The Development Assistant will assist the development team in reaching CASA's annual fundraising goals through fundraising events and grant research. Working closely with the Events and Communications Manager to execute her vision for CASA's largest fundraising galas, this person will work behind the scenes to ensure the details are handled with excellence. This person will also be responsible for visiting, collecting from, and thanking local schools who participate in Coins for CASA, as well as attending meetings for other local events CASA will benefit from. During slow event seasons, this individual will assist the Development Director on administrative duties to support CASA's fundraising efforts.
The ideal candidate is fun, creative, service-focused, proactive, a self-starter, meticulous, and highly organized. They must be detail-oriented while also being able to "see the big picture" as it relates to the administrative event tasks required. This individual must be a quick learner with strong written and oral communication skills. The ideal candidate is interested in fundraising for a non-profit, executing fundraising events and working in a small office environment.
Responsibilities
Assist Events and Communications Manager with the planning and coordination of fundraising events, including: researching and executing committee ideas, inputting data into fundraising platform, creating auction packages, soliciting donations for auctions and raffles, etc.
The week of an event, assist in set-up, execution at event, and tear down (may be required to work extra hours during these weeks)
Assist in tracking event performance metrics and preparing post-event reports
Support Event Manager in managing event budgets, expenses, and timelines
Oversee and lead smaller event initiatives (Coins for CASA, Santa Run, etc.)
Maintain CASA's event storage closet
Various data entry and administrative tasks for Development Director
Research potential grants for CASA's grant writer to apply for
Other tasks as assigned by the Development team or Executive Director
Qualifications
Passion for CASA's mission
Fun personality, ready to help create a positive environment for staff, volunteers, and event attendees
Experience with event and/or fundraising databases is preferred
Creative mindset with a passion for event planning and fundraising
Previous experience in event planning is preferred
Exceptional organizational skills
Detail-oriented focus
Collaborative, team-player
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word and Excel)
Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, and Sheets)
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to lift 30 lbs
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged period of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer. At time required to lift, push, pull, carry and transport boxes weighing up to 15 lbs.
Travel Requirements:
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work, events, and office errands as needed.
Accountability and Location
The Development Assistant reports directly to the Executive Director who is responsible for their performance evaluations. This person may work a hybrid schedule, from the CASA of McHenry County office in Crystal Lake, IL and from home.
Position is currently listed as Part-Time, 10 hours per week, with extra hours needed twice per year during gala seasons. Salary starts between $18 - $20 per hour.
CASA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must submit a resume and cover letter to becky@casamchenrycounty.org Applicants are subject to a background check. CASA will reject any applicant found to have been convicted of, or having charges pending for a felony or misdemeanor involving a sex offense, child abuse or neglect, or related acts.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Schedule:
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Event planning: 1 year (Preferred)
Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Crystal Lake, IL 60014