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DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Fraser
Posted May 6, 2008

Are you looking to jump-start your career in development / fundraising with an outstanding, well-respected nonprofit? Do you want time off this summer before starting your career?

Beginning in August 2008, Fraser is adding a development associate to work full-time (Monday-Friday) with flexible business hours. This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent college grad or polished professional to grow their skills from being part of an accomplished development team.

Fraser, a nationally renowned Minnesota nonprofit, is looking for compassionate individuals to make a difference in a growing organization. Since 1935, Fraser has been helping children, adolescents and adults in the greater Twin Cities area reach their potentials. Fraser serves children of all abilities and adults with special needs through comprehensive education, healthcare and housing.

One of the largest community resources of its kind, Fraser offers a lifelong spectrum of services, including diagnostic evaluations, comprehensive mental health services, rehabilitation services, child care and education for children with typical needs and special needs, housing for adults and children with developmental disabilities, and workshops and seminars for parents, caregivers and professionals. Fraser is consistently rated a top nonprofit by the Charities Review Council of Minnesota, an independent organization that advocates for strong, accountable, ethical nonprofits. In addition, in a recent survey, 98 percent of Fraser employees felt that their job was important in serving the mission of Fraser.

Job duties:

Establishes or maintains/enhances positive working relationships with Fraser constituents, particularly donors, families served by Fraser, and volunteers
Coordinates the general operation and management of Raiser’s Edge software program including product updates, database entries, changes, and other projects
Enters and records ongoing contributions in the development database
Generates acknowledgement receipts and pledge reminders
Writes and processes thank you notes to donors
Runs database queries and reports as needed
Assists with various administrative tasks, projects and mailings
Assists with grant and proposal writing and other donor correspondence
Assists in conducting research for potential corporate, foundation and individual donors
Coordinates the car donation program plan

Qualifications required:

High school diploma or GED
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, database management and research
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Occasional need for transportation to attend conferences/meetings

Qualifications preferred:

Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge
Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, marketing or related field

To apply:
Contact us today to start your new position in August! We offer flexibility, casual environment, valuable experience and competitive salary. Complete benefits package for full-time employees. Please send resume with salary requirements:

Online: www.fraser.org
E-mail: fraserhr@fraser.org
Mail: Fraser
2400 W 64th St.
Mpls, MN 55423

Acceptable background check and documentation to work in the US required. EOE/AA

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