Public Relations and Development Assistant

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of fundraising events, including but not limited to establishing a budget in conjunction with Department Director, developing a list of potential donors/sponsors, develop, arrange production & distribute solicitation materials.
• Personally, solicit donors and interact with supporters.
• Event coordination to establish and manage event action plan.
• Coordinate all aspects of the Annual Membership Campaign.
• Assist and work closely with Department Director on Agency's Annual Appeal.
• Maintain the gift entry process: check daily mail, online donations, work with business office, deposits, any and all transactions to the Foundation.
• Deliver timely acknowledgment of Liberty Foundation donations.
• Maintain overall database management; ongoing maintenance of donor records, point person for database reports and mailing lists.
• Assist Department Director with community development opportunities/Liberty ARC events/activities.
• Provide ongoing support to all other aspects of the Public Relations and Development Department.

Requirements

• Associates degree required. A concentration in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or related field is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, marketing, or related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of Adobe Suite and a development database is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills required and demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail required and a positive, customer-service approach to interacting with the public.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently on assigned projects, priorities and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Valid NYS driver's license that meets agency standards and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Liberty offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.