Location: Canandaigua,NY, USA
Internal Job Title: Development Specialist
Main Function: Fundraising generalist with particular emphasis on annual fund, donor stewardship and communication programs, and special event coordination. Lives the CARES values at all times.
Required Job Specific Competencies:
* Strong oral/written communication and project management skills required.
* Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience.
* Demonstrates skill in fundraising.
* Demonstrates the ability to manage special events and assist with soliciting sponsorships/support.
* Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily activities.
* Demonstrates the ability to work independently on projects and meet deadlines with little or no supervision.
* Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with volunteers, Thompson Associates and Board members, donors, prospective donors, and other external parties.
* Actively guards the confidentiality of sensitive information including but not limited to donors, staff and the health system.
* Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite - with specific talent with Word and Excel-
* Demonstrates skill with Constant Contact, Donor databases, project management software.
Qualifications:
* Valid NYS Driver's License
* Required two-year associate degree in liberal arts or equivalent experience.
* Preferred bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, liberal arts, or related field.
* Required 2-3 years in fundraising, project/event management or public relations.
* Preferred 2-3 years in healthcare fundraising development.
Pay Range: $25-33.00 per hour
Starting Rate: Based on experience
Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply