About the Organization:
The James Madison Institute (JMI) is a Florida-based research and educational organization whose ideas are rooted in a belief in the U.S. Constitution, limited government, economic freedom, federalism and individual liberty coupled with personal responsibility. The Institute’s mission is to keep the citizens of Florida informed about their government and to shape our state’s future through the advancement of practical free-market ideas on public policy issues.
About the Role:
The James Madison Institute seeks a full-time development associate to manage the development database and direct mail campaigns while providing support within the fund development department. Candidates for the position of development associate should be able to demonstrate an understanding of public policy from a free-market perspective, with special emphasis on the issues facing the state of Florida. Candidates must be energetic in promoting the goals and views of The James Madison Institute (JMI) with the goal of increasing JMI’s donor support.
The Development Associate will report to the Vice President of Advancement. This is an in-office role based in Tallahassee, FL.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement direct mail campaigns to house files and prospect files
- Coordinate mail activities, including screening and researching prospects
- Plan and implement phone appeal activities
- Manage and maintain the organizational database (Blackbaud-Raiser’s Edge NXT)
- Provide monthly management reports as defined by leadership
- Increase the quantity and quality of donor information
- Develop and implement a baseline stewardship program
- Handle correspondence for VP of Advancement
- Respond to donor requests
- Plan and implement donor cultivation, engagement and stewardship events
- Track donor ratings
- Solicit lower-level donations
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience in development or transferable skills
- Proven record of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel, approximately 25%
- History of working with customer relations management systems
- Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines
- Strong work ethic, highly self-motivated and ability to be a team player
- Willingness to perform all tasks with a positive attitude and contribute to the team by performing miscellaneous tasks as needed/directed
- Bachelor’s degree required
Compensation:
The estimated salary range for the role is $55,000-$60,000, dependent upon the selected applicant’s experience and qualifications, with generous incentives including bonus opportunities. JMI also offers an equally competitive benefits package.
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:
• Cover letter including an introductory paragraph describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to the James Madison Institute’s mission and how you came to those beliefs. Be sure to include at least one specific issue or policy area that resonates with you.
• Resume
Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/
Questions can be directed to Savannah Rupp, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is assisting with the search: savannah@talentmarket.org
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.
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