Classified: Saheli Is Looking For A Development Program Assistant

Saheli seeks a motivated, talented and dynamic individual to serve as the
Development Program Assistant. Work 5 hours week, year round. A development
assistant offers administrative support to an organization's development
office, which brings in money and resources from donors to sustain growth.
Development assistants handle a variety of tasks related to institutional
and individual giving. Much of the day's work is spent managing
relationships with current and prospective donors, bolstering membership
and researching ways to bring in additional funds.

*Development Program Assistant Job Description
<http://www.saheliboston.org/get-involved/#Jobs>*

*Responsibilities include:*

- Attend monthly meetings in Burlington, Mass.
- Communicate and work with the Program Coordinator and Governing Board
to engage their expertise in fundraising related tasks
- Conduct research, analyze data and compile reports on current or
prospective donors.
- Maintain and build collaboration with corporate donors, foundations,
private donors, businesses, etc.
- Assist in creating an e-mail appeal donor strategy, including
preparing mailing materials like invitations, solicitations, and
newsletters.
- Manage and update donor databases, track philanthropic requests,
pledges, and contributions, respond to member queries and sometimes
approach benefactors for appeals.

*Qualifications:*

- Bachelorâ€™s degree required
- Commitment to working with a South Asian immigrant population
- Experience working with community members and volunteers
- Flexible hours required; a few evening/weekend hours may be necessary

*Skills:*

- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, adjust quickly to
shifting priorities, meet deadlines, exercise good judgment and handle
situations under pressure
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, board and volunteers
- Excellent writing, communication, phone, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent skills with computers including Word, Excel, Internet,
Email, Facebook and Google
- Well-organized and self-directed and requiring minimal supervision
- Knowledge of a South Asian language desirable

*Salary*

- Please inquire within.

*Application*

- Please send a letter of interest and resume to Ms. Mariya Taher at
info@saheliboston.com. Reference letters will be required. Applications
are due by January 30th.