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Organization | Tess Ortega |
Type | Part Time |
Application Deadline | December 11, 2020 |
College Degree Required? | No |
Salary Range | $12/hour |
jobs@mindandlife.org | |
Phone | (434) 939-0001 |
Description
The Mind & Life Institute operates as a nonprofit organization thanks to the charitable contributions of individuals and foundations at varying levels. Charitable contributions are the source of more than 90% of Mind & Life’s budget. The Advancement Intern would work with the Director of Advancement and the Advancement Team who are responsible for donor research, stewardship & cultivation, securing major gifts, corporate and foundation grants, individual giving, and planned giving. Interns may earn a stipend for their service.
Job Duties
Important/Critical Activities:
- Researching and writing proposals for grant applications
- Conducting in-depth research about grant applications, organizations, and individual donor prospects.
- Maintaining organizational database with all information corresponding to donations, grant funding, and giving pipeline
- Timely and professional communication with recent donors via phone calls, emails, and preparing digital letters.
Professional Development:
Advancement interns will have the opportunity to:
- Gain experience in many areas of philanthropic giving with real world applications and practice.
- Advance writing and communication skills.
- Gain experience working in a nonprofit setting and as a member of a team.
- Form professional connections and learn from the dynamic Mind & Life staff and its global community of scholars, scientists and contemplatives.
- Explore contemplative practice for personal and professional development.
Skills Required
Qualifications:
- Technical proficiency using Mac OS, Google Apps, and Excel
- Professional communication with donors via email and phone.
- Close attention to detail and quality of large datasets
- Desire to gain experience in nonprofit philanthropy
- Preferred: Basic understanding of relational database design and functionality
- Preferred: Some experience in administrative role
Work Schedule
Schedule: 10hrs/week during the Academic Year; up to 20hrs/week over Summer
Supervisor: Director of Advancement