Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Director of Development and Public Relations, YouthPlaces - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 9/1/10

Overview
YouthPlaces is comprised of a network of afterschool programs for teens in underserved neighborhoods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and implement a long-range fundraising plan, including, but not limited to, individual and planned giving, grant writing and special events.
Implement all annual giving campaigns, personal solicitations, capital campaigns and planned giving.
Establish reslationships with foundation and corporate communities; and work with Executive Director to write grants.
Prepare all reports and materials to be submitted to funding sources.
Develop and implement a plan for soliciting and cultivating prospective donors.
Develop a program of public information, including a newsletter and other mailing materials, news and media coordination, and public speaking engagements and agency presentations.
Plan and coordinate marketing for the organization.
Work with Board committee involved in fund development activities.
Prepare written reports that keep the Executive Director apprised of all development activities and subsequent progress in a timely manner.

Requirements

ACT 33 & 34 Clearances
A Bachelor's degree, minmum of five (5) years of development experience, and knowledge of local funding sources.
Proven grant-writing capability, ability to work with and motivate volunteers.
Possess working knowledge of computer and development software and execelllent verbal and written communication skills. (Combination of comparable skills, education and experience may be considered.)

TO APPLY:

Please submit resume and cover letter to:

YouthPlaces
2934 Smallman Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Attn: Human Resources

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