Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF) is the
worldwide leader for research to cure type 1 diabetes. It sets
the global agenda for diabetes research, and is the largest
charitable funder and advocate of diabetes science worldwide.
The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its
complications through the support of research. Type 1 diabetes
is an autoimmune disease that strikes children and adults
suddenly, and can be fatal or lead to devastating
complications. Since its founding in 1970 by
parents of children with type 1 diabetes, JDRF has awarded more
than $1.4 billion to diabetes
research, including $101 million in
FY2009. In FY2009, JDRF funded research projects in 22
countries throughout the world, including more than 40 human
clinical trials.
We are currently accepting resumes and cover letters, which must
include salary requirements, for our Development Coordinator
position available in our Los Angeles Chapter.
- Evaluate and expand fundraising programs and activities under
the direction of the Executive Director, resource team and
volunteer leadership.
- Assist chapter in establishing a year round major gift
program. Maintain database (s), including Pledgemaker, and other
sources of donor information and relationship activities. Work
with Executive Director to support the chapter Board of
Directors, coordinate all board meetings and activities,
trainings, volunteer leadership development, as assigned or
directed by Executive Director. Assist in identifying,
researching and cultivating/stewardship of major donors.
- Provide prospect research and compile major donor profiles
and relationship pathways. Organize and maintain prospect
research files (online and offline) for easy access and use by
staff and board solicitors. Maintain highest level of
confidentiality with such research and records.
- Support fundraising events and activities for the chapter as
assigned or needed. Develop annual plan for assigned activities,
including goals, objectives, revenue and follow-up. Participate
in and/or lead meetings including developing and delivering
presentations, providing input and suggestions and producing
public relations efforts.
- Manage the development and growth, under the direction of the
Executive Director, of the chapter’s non-event fundraising
activities which include major gifts, planned giving, foundation
and corporate development, third party fundraisers and workplace
giving. Work closely with chapter Executive Director, staff and
volunteer leadership to develop and implement plans for
individual gifts.
- Compile grant requests, proposals and other written and
verbal presentation materials in conjunction with chapter
staff. Maintain updated information for easy access and use by
chapter staff and volunteers.
- Expand fundraising activities and volunteer participation.
Assist with corporate sponsorships, individual giving and other
revenue opportunities. Coordinate appropriate committees and
plans with volunteers, including budgets/timelines. Clearly
define each volunteer position(s) and job responsibilities for
each fundraising and cultivation event in partnership with
chapter staff and board president.
- Work with Executive Director and staff to identify, research,
develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Assist to recruit and develop volunteers, including event chairs,
board and committee members. Implement and support a
donor-centric chapter environment.
- Manage and maintain accurate and complete financial records
as needed for each event. Submit reports to the chapter
Executive Director and volunteer leadership and the national
staff. Ensure that the logistics and budget/timelines are met
for each applicable event. Comply with the JDRF Accounting
Manual. Conduct a comprehensive evaluation to determine the
success of each applicable event.
- Accountable for meeting deadlines, responding to volunteers
and other department requests.
- Network with the resource team and other JDRF chapters to
encourage and share new ideas.
- Ensure that the confidentiality and security of all
information.
- Perform all other responsibilities and projects as assigned
by his/her immediate supervisor.
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