The Fortune Society is a non-profit organization whose mission is twofold: to educate the public about criminal justice issues and to help those involved in the criminal justice system to break the cycle of crime and incarceration. We've posted about them before; they're rather awesome.
Position: Development and Public Affairs Associate
Job Description:
*Coordinate and schedule meetings, conference calls and travel arrangements.
*Working with VP to produce “Fortune News,” the organization’s publication.
*Working with staff of the David Rothenberg Center for Public Policy (DRCPP) to develop policy papers/testimony.
*Implementing branding initiatives in all agency materials.
*Creating content for and maintaining Fortune’s website.
*Managing special events and assisting in media relations.
*Assisting in the development of the Annual Report, brochures, and other printed materials.
*Assist in supporting the Development Team in the creation of government and foundation proposals when necessary.
*Supervise volunteers and interns.
Qualifications:
*Must have strong inter-personal skills, able to handle multiple tasks, with the ability to work collaboratively.
*Excellent oral and written communications and organizational skills required.
*Must be flexible with the ability to work simultaneously on a number of projects.
*Must be familiar with and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS PowerPoint). Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge fund raising software, InDesign, Quark Publishing, Photoshop (photo re-working & formatting), Dreamweaver (website), and Adobe a plus.
*Must have office skills (typing, data entry, Internet research, scheduling, filing, telephone, fax, mail).
*Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
*Experience in website design, marketing, communications, and planning/executing successful events a significant plus.
*Must be self-directed and highly-organized.
Notes:
**All resumes must be submitted along with a cover letter specifying the position for which you are applying, in addition to salary requirement to Fortunejobs@fortunesociety.org.No calls or faxes please.
**Formerly incarcerated individuals and ex-substance abusers, who have successfully made the transition from confinement into a stable, productive lifestyle in the community, including sustained employment since release, are eligible to apply.
The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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The Fortune Society- Manager of Institutional Giving
The Fortune Society is a non-profit organization whose mission is twofold: to educate the public about criminal justice issues and to help those involved in the criminal justice system to break the cycle of crime and incarceration.
Position: Manager, Institutional Giving
Job Description: The Manager, Institutional Giving will be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the government grant application process and is primarily responsible for the following-
* Day-to-day managing of the government application process internally amongst development, finance, research and program staff;
* Researching government funding opportunities;
* Writing and preparing government grant proposals;
* Supervising the work of other staff and outside consultants in writing government grant proposals;
* Working with other staff and outside consultants in securing government appropriations; and
* Writing and preparing of fundraising materials for government officials, including concept papers, information packets, brochures, etc.
* Developing and implementing agency's yearly fundraising goals and plan of action, in conjunction with the board, development team and upper management teams;
* Researching appropriations prospects and strategizing the agency's approach to government officials;
* Attending and participating in meetings and case conferences within and outside the agency;
* Engaging in his/her own ongoing professional development; and
* Participating in other development-related activities, when
needed and appropriate.
Qualifications:
* Excellent Internet research skills
* Excellent writing skills
* Advanced degree (MPA, MBA or JD) preferred, but not required if candidate has 2-4 years of grant writing experience
* Commitment to the mission of the agency, helping those involved in the criminal justice system to break the cycle of crime and incarceration.
Notes:
**All resumes must be submitted along with a cover letter specifying the position for which you are applying, in addition to salary requirement to Fortunejobs@fortunesociety.org. No calls or faxes please.
**Formerly-incarcerated individuals and ex-substance abusers, who have successfully made the transition from confinement into a stable, productive lifestyle in the community, including sustained employment since release, are eligible to apply.
Position: Manager, Institutional Giving
Job Description: The Manager, Institutional Giving will be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the government grant application process and is primarily responsible for the following-
* Day-to-day managing of the government application process internally amongst development, finance, research and program staff;
* Researching government funding opportunities;
* Writing and preparing government grant proposals;
* Supervising the work of other staff and outside consultants in writing government grant proposals;
* Working with other staff and outside consultants in securing government appropriations; and
* Writing and preparing of fundraising materials for government officials, including concept papers, information packets, brochures, etc.
* Developing and implementing agency's yearly fundraising goals and plan of action, in conjunction with the board, development team and upper management teams;
* Researching appropriations prospects and strategizing the agency's approach to government officials;
* Attending and participating in meetings and case conferences within and outside the agency;
* Engaging in his/her own ongoing professional development; and
* Participating in other development-related activities, when
needed and appropriate.
Qualifications:
* Excellent Internet research skills
* Excellent writing skills
* Advanced degree (MPA, MBA or JD) preferred, but not required if candidate has 2-4 years of grant writing experience
* Commitment to the mission of the agency, helping those involved in the criminal justice system to break the cycle of crime and incarceration.
Notes:
**All resumes must be submitted along with a cover letter specifying the position for which you are applying, in addition to salary requirement to Fortunejobs@fortunesociety.org. No calls or faxes please.
**Formerly-incarcerated individuals and ex-substance abusers, who have successfully made the transition from confinement into a stable, productive lifestyle in the community, including sustained employment since release, are eligible to apply.
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