Summer Development Associate - Boston, United States - Playworks

Playworks

Verified Company

Boston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

ABOUT THE POSITION, the Summer Development Associate will be an integral part of our Development team whose responsibility it is to strengthen funding relationships in order to support and scale Playworks' impact throughout New England. The assignment will be completed through the months of July/August (with some flexibility of start/completion dates), when our team is most active with fundraising engagements and outreach.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Summer DA will support the design and execution of programs and projects intended to increase fundraising and engagement from corporate partners, foundations, and individual donors.

In partnership with the Development team, the Summer DA will assist in all areas of Development strategy including the execution of volunteer engagement initiatives, regional communications and social media strategies, and some data management/administrative tasks.

Input from the Summer DA will be sought when planning and implementing various Development initiatives and strategies.

Qualifications:

Commitment to excellence and passion for Playworks' mission.
Highenergy individual who takes initiative, has a positive outlook, entrepreneurial attitude, a sense of humor, and the ability to thrive in a changing environment. Ability to be flexible and team oriented. Comfort with a playfully professional workplace culture.
Strong attention to detail and proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in order to meet tight deadlines.
Cultural competency: must possess the ability to work with a diverse group of internal and external individuals, agencies, causes and businesses.
Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to dynamically facilitate small and large groups.
Strong interpersonal skills both in person and virtually.
Ability to lift 30 pounds.
Willingness to provide support outside of regular business hours (ex. industry events/meetings occasionally occur on nights and weekends) and travel on occasion to various locations throughout New England.
This is a hybrid working position with our office based in Fields Corner/Dorchester. Team meetings and other events require in person attendance.

Compensation:

This is a temporary (summer), nonexempt position to be paid at the hourly rate of $23.03 per hour.
It is expected that the Summer SD will work 40 hours per week with some flex time built into the schedule to account for evening work commitments.

This is a hands-on, creative, playful and fun-loving place to work, all while contributing to the success of our nation's youth. So if you're ready to immerse yourself in the education sector, working on a rewarding set of challenges and if you've got the skills, experience, passion, and a team spirit, apply

Please include:

A cover letter describing your interest in Playworks and how your experience has prepared you for this role.
Resume.
If we think you're the right fit, we'll request your references; there's no need to include them at the outset.

ABOUT PLAYWORKS, at Playworks we believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We are changing the school climate by leveraging the power of safe, fun, and healthy play at school every day. We create a place for every kid on the playground to feel included, be active, and build valuable social and emotional skills by partnering with schools, districts, and after-school programs through services including digital engagement, on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support play, and consultative partnerships.