Overview:

As a Fundraising Assistant for an Educational Institution you will use expert communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. By working directly with the fundraising team and utilizing Raiser's Edge Fundraising you will be able to communicate with alumni and donors.

Additional responsibilities Include:

• Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work
• Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers
• Create an email/letter plan to send out
• Spot new fundraising opportunities
• Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals
• Form strong relationships with external alumni and donors
• Ensure major donors are satisfied and kept in the loop
• Research individuals, corporations, and foundations that are interested in gift giving
• Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors
• Additional administrative duties as needed

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience using Raiser's Edge Fundraising Software or any other software's around Fundraising
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lead and motivate colleagues and volunteers
• Strong attention to detail

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.