What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development and Special Events Coordinator position at Missionary Flights International?
Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
This position exists to oversee all administrative processes in place to manage MFI’s donor development
and relations activities. Additionally, the Development and Special Events Coordinator conducts research,
coordinates development events and programs and assists the President / Vice President with strategy and engagement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
1. Ensure consistent and appropriate follow up / acknowledgement for donor gifts
2. Conduct research, analyze market trends and conditions
3. Identify and contact new potential donors
4. Create and deliver presentations
5. Prepare draft and final grant submissions
6. Lead and function as the primary contact person for event planning and execution
7. Participate in developing strategies for donor development / fundraising activities
8. Manage MFI’s donor database
9. Prepare progress reports as needed or requested
10. Assist with social media activities and updates, with particular emphasis to expanding MFI’s regional presence
11. Work closely with Accounting department to help ensure accuracy in the donor gift process
12. Participate in personal meetings with donors as needed or requested
13. Perform other duties as needed or requested
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION
1. 1-3 years development, events planning or project management experience
2. Bachelor’s degree in public relations / marketing or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3. Excellent computer skills (MS Suite), internet research skills; donor database software a major plus
4. Strong interpersonal, networking and communication skills
5. Possess strong attention to detail and time management skills
6. Confident presentation skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
With or without reasonable accommodation :
1. Stoop, bend, kneel, see, hear, touch and occasionally lift up to 15-20 pounds
2. Work at a computer 50-60% of a workday
Company Description
Missionary Flights International is a Christian, 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We have been flying missionaries, cargo / supplies as well as providing disaster relief to the Caribbean Basin region since 1964. We are well known for the beautiful DC-3 fleet retrofitted with turbine engines that are used in our 2- 4 weekly flights to Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Bahamas and other remote areas as needs dictate.
Company Description
Missionary Flights International is a Christian, 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We have been flying missionaries, cargo / supplies as well as providing disaster relief to the Caribbean Basin region since 1964. We are well known for the beautiful DC-3 fleet retrofitted with turbine engines that are used in our 2- 4 weekly flights to Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Bahamas and other remote areas as needs dictate.