JOB SUMMARY:

To support the mission of Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona in the areas of, but not limited to fundraising/donor relations in corporate and faith communities. This individual will be assisting with oversight of volunteer engagement and sponsor relations. This position is Monday - Friday, including some nights and weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Community Outreach/Business Development

• Support the Director/Institutional Giving Manager in the solicitation and recruitment of sponsorship dollars within the corporate and faith communities to meet revenue goals.
• Develop relationships with new donors and maintain relationships with current sponsors ranging from $5,000-$40,000+.
• Provide support with special events. Identify and secure new corporate prospects and cash gifts from current donors, as well as in-kind donations.
• Work in tandem with the Institutional Giving team to meet and exceed fundraising initiatives with projects and events such as, but not limited to: Women Build, New Home Ownership Program, and Neighborhood Revitalization initiatives.
• Represent Habitat Central Arizona as an ambassador at corporate and faith sponsor events to continue to educate, recruit, steward and increase donor engagement.
• Attend monthly coalition meetings and support churches on their Mission Sundays as needed.

Sponsor Relations

• Provide excellent customer service to donors/sponsors to create long-term relationships while maintaining current relationships with donors, sponsors and volunteers.
• Coordinate and organize large volunteer opportunities for sponsored events with 50+ volunteers.
• Organize, plan, and attend fundraising events, wall signing ceremonies and home dedications (facilitate as needed) including some nights, and weekends.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment with urgent matters regarding sponsors, working with the Director/Institutional Giving Manager when appropriate.
• Oversee communication between sponsors and the Construction, Family Services, and Volunteer Engagement departments through effective written and oral communication skills to appropriately plan and execute different projects.
• Collaborate with the Habitat Marketing Team to create collateral material necessary to inform sponsors of each Habitat program and the benefits associated with each sponsorship opportunity.

Volunteer Coordination

• Work closely with Volunteer Engagement staff to organize complex scheduling process for volunteer groups; requires attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Collaborate with Volunteer Engagement to ensure volunteers are informed and enjoying their experience.

Data/CRM Administration

• Update Raiser’s Edge NXT database and Grant Hub on an on-going basis to maintain current and accurate information for our donors, corporate and faith partners.
• Create and run donor impact reports and manage reporting on collaborative fundraising efforts.

Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills: both written and verbal. The ability to listen and retain pertinent information.
• Ability to give and receive detailed information through verbal communication in person, by telephone, and/or at community meetings; exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to staff, volunteers and others.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail a must.
• Proven record of community outreach, fundraising ability, understanding of nonprofit volunteerism.
• Positive personality, attitude and professionalism.
• Knowledge of CRM systems, Raiser’s Edge NXT software and Volunteer Hub a plus.
• Event planning and oversight of large-scale volunteer opportunities.
• A desire to be in nonprofit, supporting the building of a better Arizona.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Nonprofit Management or equivalent work experience in non-profit development.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of development and fundraising experience is a must.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS JOB:

• The ability to stand or walk on uneven ground, for potentially long stretches of time.
• The ability to sit at a desk or in a meeting for extended periods up to three or four hours at a time.
• On occasion, ability to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance from work colleagues.
• The ability to speak and hear to give and receive detailed information through verbal communication in person, using the telephone, and/or at community meetings; exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to staff, volunteers and others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS:

• Most duties are performed in an office setting, performing detailed work sitting at a desk and working on the computer.
• There may be periods of being on an undeveloped or construction site which may be of uneven terrain with exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from construction materials.
• Occasional early mornings or late evening job requirements.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Employee must be proficient in or able to use or learn to use office equipment such as computer, printer, phone, copiers, calculator, and other communication vehicles. Any additional technical training a definite bonus.