What are the responsibilities and job description for the Philanthropy Associate position at In Flight, Inc?

Job Description

At In Flight, Inc. we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life.

In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

Scope of work performed : The Philanthropy Associate will be the direct contact for individual and independent donors. They will focus on developing one to one relationships to cultivate engagement. While being responsible for database management, fundraising event coordination, grant writing and the maintenance of the multi-year giving society. This position will play a key role in assisting the department to grow the donor base and increase unrestricted funding. The Philanthropy Associate will report to the Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or related field.
Proficiency in donor management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
One to two years of fundraising or related experience.
Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate working weekends and evenings when needed.

Skills :

Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Sales and project management experience with relevant and transferable skills such as networking and public speaking.

Experience following and creating budgets.

Math and analytical skills.

Creative, attention to details, and goal driven.

Ability to work collaboratively and independently when necessary.

Be innovative and strategic in planning events.

Interpersonal skills.

Grant research and writing.

Responsibilities :

Assist with networking to identify and cultivate new potential donors.

Host entry events to introduce new donors to the organization.

Build and maintain strong positive relationships with current donors.

Support and participate in donor solicitations and stewardship activities.

Oversee and maintain the multi-year giving society.

Ensure donors receive regular updates and recognition.

Manage and update the donor database system to keep records current.

Generate donor reports, analyze data, and provide insights to create fundraising strategies.

Collaborate with the Marketing Associate to promote events and engage participants.

Support Director in planning and executing fundraising events including organization, sponsorship and post event follow ups.

Assist Director in writing and submitting grant proposals.

Track grant deadlines, requirements, and reporting obligations.

Maintain detailed records of grant applications and awards.

Work with internal teams to align fundraising efforts with the organization’s goals.

Represent the organization at community events and networking opportunities as needed.

Perform any related duties as requested by the Director of Philanthropy and / or the Executive Director.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee must be able to lift up to 20lbs.

Conditions of Employment :

Conditions of Employment : The employee agrees to comply with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to the position. All staff must pass all NYS Justice Center Background Check Requirements (if required), and Physical. In addition, the employee has a duty to report any suspected violations of the law (including any motor vehicle infractions) to the Human Resources Department.

In Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.

Generous benefits including 403(b), medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Up to 3 weeks PTO with additional 56 hours for sick time

Tuition Reimbursement

Supplemental benefits

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other Philanthropy Associate job openings

Philanthropy Associate

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Philanthropy Associate position at In Flight, Inc?

What is the career path for a Philanthropy Associate?

Job openings at In Flight, Inc

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Philanthropy Associate jobs in the Ghent, NY area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other Philanthropy Associate jobs in the Ghent, NY area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!