Job Openings (3 positions, July 2008)

Please apply to: resume@spef4kids.com

1. Manager

We are seeking a responsible, proactive, organized, detail-oriented person to provide overall leadership and direction in managing SPEF’s fundraising and program efforts.

Requirements:

1. Experience in leadership, event planning, fundraising, communications, as well as financial and office management.
2. Managing a diverse staff, setting expectations, reviewing performance and coaching for optimal results.
3. Demonstrated ability in working well with various audiences including, but not limited to, Board members, volunteers and community and school groups.
4. Excellent written and oral communication.
5. Must have excellent skills in Word, Outlook and Excel.
6. SAGE, Peachtree and Aeries experience is a PLUS!
7. College degree desirable.

Job Description:

1. Provide day-to-day supervision to staff members.
2. Direct the effective operations of the office through the development and implementation of policies and practices.
3. Develop, implement, manage, and support annual fundraising efforts, as well as analyzing and recommending programs to the Board of Directors.
4. Provide immediate and long-term strategic direction and tactical support to optimize profits.
5. Manage the maintenance of donor information.
6. Direct the development, maintenance and execution of marketing materials.
7. Develop, manage, support, and help foster donor relationships.
8. Provide monthly reports and updates to the President and other Board of Directors.
9. Promote and support active and broad participation by Board of Directors and volunteers.

Salary range: $42,000 - $52,000, plus performance bonus  

2. Program Co-ordinator

SPEF is looking for a team player who is responsible, proactive, organized, and detail-oriented to provide office assistance in fundraising and program efforts for an educational foundation.

Requirements:

1. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
2. Experience in event planning and fundraising
3. Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability in working well with various audiences including, but not limited to, Board members, volunteers and community, and school groups
4. Excellent written and oral communication
5. Must have excellent skills in Word, Outlook and Excel
6. SAGE, Peachtree, AuctionPay, and Aeries experience is a PLUS

Job Description:

1. Support all fundraising activities as needed including annual fundraising efforts, donor receptions and events, and grant development.
2. Develop, manage, and evaluate Summer School and After-School Enrichment classes, in collaboration with SPEF board committees and in partnership with SPUSD.
3. Establish and maintain student records and course schedules for summer school and after school programs.
4. Oversee documentation and reconciliation of payments and pledges for fundraising efforts.
5. Prepare lists of all previous year for annual acknowledgement ad.
6. Produce donor acknowledgement letters.
7. Maintain accurate and timely donor information.
8. Provide day-to-day support to staff members and Board Members.
9. Oversee and coordinate office assistance and volunteer assignments.
10. Provide support for other projects and initiatives as needed.

Salary range: $35,000 - $40,000, bonus commensurate with performance

3. Administrative Assistant

We are seeking a team player who is responsible, proactive, organized, and detail-oriented to provide office assistance in fundraising and program efforts for an educational foundation.

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must  possess pleasant and professional telephone etiquette
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Must have excellent skills in Word, Outlook and Excel
• SAGE, Peachtree, AuctionPay, and Aeries experience is a PLUS

Job Description:

• Provide day-to-day support to staff members and Board Members.
• Assist and support annual fundraising efforts and various programs.
• Assist with the maintenance of donor information.
• Assist with the development, maintenance and execution of all marketing materials.
• Prepare, obtain translations, and mail annual community mailings.
• Generate donor acknowledgements and execute other correspondence as needed.
• Coordinate direct mail activities.
• Coordinate production and distribution of marketing materials.
• Coordinate donor billing and installment plans.
• Help as necessary with other new and current special events and fundraising activities.
• Oversee and coordinate office assistance and volunteer assignments.
• Preserve records and files.

Salary range: $15/hour

Please apply to: resume@spef4kids.com