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ARTS COUNCIL OF PRINCETON – Director of Development – May 5, 2012
PRINCETON GIRLCHOIR – Executive Director – April 24, 2012 
EDUCATIONWORKS – 2 AmeriCorps positions – April 20, 2012 
PRINCETON ALUMNICORPS – Executive Director – April 2, 2012

HiTOPS - Development & Marketing Associate -March 30,2012
SAVE – Office Manager & Development Associate – March 16, 2012
JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GMC – Case Manager – March 16, 2012
JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GMC – Coordinator of Development – March 16. 2012
PRINCETON CHILD DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE – Public Relations/Development/Communication Coordinator – March 14, 2012 
VILLA VICTORIA ACADEMY – Admissions Officer – March 14, 2012 
INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED STUDY - Prospect Research Analyst – Feb 16, 2012 
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ARTS COUNCIL OF PRINCETON – Director of Development -Full time

The Arts Council of Princeton, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is seeking a Director of Development to manage grant writing and fundraising for ongoing operational needs and develop strategic plans for growth in programs and endowment. This 3/4 to full time position will be part of a dynamic Development/Marketing Team that includes a Director of Community Relations, an Administrator and a Development/Marketing Associate. The Director of Development will report to the Executive Director.

Specific responsibilities include:

  1. Work with the Board Development Committee and Staff Development team to develop and execute strategic plan(s) for increasing contributions and grant income.
  2. Coordinate with the membership program to grow the number of members and donors to the Arts Council.
  3. Research and write grant proposals; write and submit grant reports for foundation, corporate and government grants.
  4. Identify and successfully solicit new sources of major institutional support.
  5. Build the case for ongoing major donor support of annual and endowed needs and develop a sustainable, annual program for solicitation.
  6. Ensure that all development programs have measurable outcomes and regularly evaluate effectiveness.
  7. Prepare annual fundraising budget projections.
  8. Explore and implement new ways to cultivate and acknowledge donors.
  9. Strategically direct the Arts Council’s leadership, specifically the Executive Director and Board President, to meet fundraising goals.
  10. Work with Staff, Board Members and other volunteers to achieve fundraising goals.
  11. Oversee donor acknowledgments including preparation of the Annual Report.
  12. Develop and execute a planned giving program.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communications skills, including a proven grant writing track record; enjoy meeting with people and building new relationships; be comfortable in manner and person; be self-motivated, computer literate and highly organized. A minimum of three years of demonstrated development experience required with a thorough understanding of all aspects of non-profit development strategies and activities. MA preferred. Background with arts or cultural organizations desired but not required. Salary commensurate with experience. Final candidates will be required to successfully pass a background check. Interested candidates should send resume, letter of inquiry, three references and salary requirements to jsullivancrowley@artscouncilofprinceton.org with “Development Director Search” in the subject line or mail to: Development Director Search

Arts Council of Princeton
Paul Robeson Center for the Arts
102 Witherspoon Street
Princeton, NJ 08542

No phone calls please. The Arts Council of Princeton is an equal opportunity employer.

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PRINCETON GIRLCHIOR – Executive Director - full time 
Web site: www.princetongirlchoir.org Contact: email to jobs@princetongirlchoir.org

POSITION SUMMARY  – for full description please click here

  • Responsible for executive function of Princeton Girlchoir (PGC), including fundraising and development, community and parent outreach, media/marketing, administrative staff and IT oversight.
  • ED works in cooperative partnership with the Artistic Director to achieve PGC mission and vision; both report to the Board of Directors.
  • Overall management and administration to support all Princeton Girlchoir programs.
  • With our Artistic Director, the Executive Director will be the “Face of PGC.”
  • Personal qualities: energetic, enthusiastic, self‐motivated, patient, persuasive in writing and in person, articulate, musically conversant, team‐builder and professional.
  • Executive Director will supervise a staff of part-time employees.

Duties:
A. Development & Fundraising (30% of Position):  Together with the Board, develop, coordinate, and execute a comprehensive strategy of financial development and support. 
Design, actualize and/or effectively outsource grant applications, concert sponsorships, the execution of individual donor campaigns, special events, annual appeal and follow-up Move existing donors to higher levels of commitment

Duties:

  1. A. Development & Fundraising (30% of Position):  Together with the Board, develop, coordinate, and execute a comprehensive strategy of financial development and support.
    1. Design, actualize and/or effectively outsource grant applications, concert sponsorships, the execution of individual donor campaigns, special events, annual appeal and follow-up
    2. B. Marketing and Community Relations (20% of Position): Enhance the Princeton Girlchoir profile throughout our area.
      C. Planning (15% of Position):  Oversee short-and long-range planning; engage Board and staff in periodic planning sessions. 
      D. Financial Management (15% of Position): prepare budgets and manage financial operations in accordance with approved budget and governmental regulations.

E. Staffing (15% of Position): hire, train, and supervise support staff and freelance professionals as needed to achieve the organization’s goals and objectives

F. Board of Directors (5% of Position):  work with the Board of Directors to help them fulfill their functions, and serve as non-voting, ex officio member of the Board.
This position description is abbreviated for full description please click here

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EDUCATIONWORKS – Two VISTA AmeriCorps positions available at EducationWorks. Fulltime, one year commitment.  Living stipend, health insurance and $5500 towards tuition or student loans.

Development VISTA - https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=44391

Evaluation VISTA - https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=44718

Julie A. Fabsik-Swarts 
Director of Development and Marketing 
EducationWorks 
684 Whitehead Rd Suite 2 
Lawrenceville, NJ  08648 
609-392-6662 x110 // 610-574-7725 cell

To learn about becoming an EducationWorks AmeriCorps member and about our programs, visit our website, EducationWorks.org

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PRINCETON ALUMNICORPS – Executive Director – Full time
Founded in 1989, Princeton AlumniCorps (formerly Princeton Project 55) is an independent alumni-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that inspires and builds civic leadership among alumni across generations by engaging in activities that influence and improve our society. Our current programs place recent graduates in nonprofit fellowships, provide professional nonprofit development and leadership training, engage alumni in substantive volunteer opportunities, and mobilize other universities to do similar work. Princeton AlumniCorps currently has a full-time staff of five, more than 200 volunteers in cities across the country, and four programs with an annual budget of approx. $450K. This position is located in Princeton, NJ.

Position Overview

The Executive Director is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission through its operational and financial objectives. The Executive Director must be an organized self-starter, an experienced communicator, an enthusiastic fundraiser and a team player to successfully oversee the day-to-day functions of Princeton AlumniCorps. He or she must have the ability to move capably and confidently between a wide range of responsibilities including program development, financial management, human resources, fundraising, public relations, board and volunteer relations, building management and staff oversight. The Executive Director reports to the Princeton AlumniCorps President, Chairman and Board of Directors.

How to Apply:

Before applying, please click here to read the full position announcement, which includes qualifications, benefits, and a detailed list of responsibilities. Princeton AlumniCorps has assembled a search committee to lead this hiring process. After reading the full announcement, please email your resume and a thoughtful cover letter, including an indication of your desired salary range, to info@alumnicorps.org.  The subject line should read: Executive Director Search.  Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis through April 15, 2012. Projected start date: June 11, 2012.

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HiTOPS, Development & Marketing Associate - Full time
 Reports to Director of Development

Purpose of Position: Full-Time Development & Marketing Associate is a key member of the fundraising team, and is integral to implementing HiTOPS’ fundraising plans/initiatives and increasing contributed income. The Associate will work closely with the Director of Development & Marketing to build community around HiTOPS’ vision by using communication strategies, technology, and strong personal relationships to meaningfully engage key decision makers and attract resources.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications

  • Maintain ongoing communications to increase awareness of HiTOPS’ brand and support fundraising.
  • E-mail newsletters. Collect info, write and send on a regular basis. Maintain and update contact lists on Constant Contact
  • Write and edit press releases. Liaise with press. Look for and create PR opportunities.

    Marketing

    • Support and develop overall brand strategy, raise awareness and visibility of the organization
    • Collaborate with print and web designers to create marketing pieces and ads.
    • Manage production process with designers, printers, delivery, distribution.
    • Manage inventory
    • Maintain a persuasive web presence that provides 24/7 accurate information, engages community around HiTOPS’s vision, demonstrates HiTOPS’ credibility and impact, and facilitates donations and fee-for-service interests
    • Manage website and social media presence
    • Keep abreast of new market trends, news and issues, send relevant info to staff and Directors
    • Continue to develop annual marketing strategy to support development and programmatic goals
    • Determine annual fiscal marketing budget
    • Extract raw data from existing databases and derive market insights from data analysis to inform business planning and measurement
    • Prepare summary reports for Directors with supporting data, graphics and charts
    • Initiate research projects, market research and surveys to supplement internal data sources
    • Troubleshoot IT problems, assist other staff with information management
    • Manage presence at public events (marketing materials, volunteers)
    • Assist with setup and manning donor events
    • Assist with grant-writing, proposals
    • Assist with developing and executing online and print approaches for appeals and other solicitations
    • Assist with development in-house mail-outs
    • Communicate marketing goals and achievements to all staff
    • Prepare reports and analysis as needed for planning and board reports
    • Volunteer coordination

Data

  • Extract raw data from existing databases and derive market insights from data analysis to inform business planning and measurement
  • Prepare summary reports for Directors with supporting data, graphics and charts
  • Initiate research projects, market research and surveys to supplement internal data sources
  • Troubleshoot IT problems, assist other staff with information management

Event Management

  • Manage presence at public events (marketing materials, volunteers)
  • Assist with setup and manning donor events

Development

  • Assist with grant-writing, proposals
  • Assist with developing and executing online and print approaches for appeals and other solicitations
  • Assist with development in-house mail-outs

Office / Admin

  • Communicate marketing goals and achievements to all staff
  • Prepare reports and analysis as needed for planning and board reports
  • Volunteer coordination

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills (teamwork, communication and collaboration)
  • Proven ability to manage multiple assignments to completion
  • Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and follow-through
  • Good public relations skills
  • Analytical and strategic thinker
  • Ability to supervise and work with broad range of volunteers
  • College Degree Preferred

COMPUTER SKILLS

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent computer skills
  • Knowledge and experience utilizing social media
  • Web design a plus
  • Fundraising Database experience (specifically with Exceed!) a plus

HiTOPS is an equal employment opportunity employer, and affirms its belief in the worth and dignity of all of its employees.  We intend to provide a workplace free of discrimination.  The policy and intent of HiTOPS is to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, affectional orientation or gender identity, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sex, age or genetic information.

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SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals – Office Manager & Development Associate – Full time

Reports to:  Executive Director – Health Benefits after six months 
Office Management:

  • Manage SAVE’s finances using both QuickBooks 2010 and Adopt-A-Friend (shelter

software) – both accounts payable and receivable.

    • Pay SAVE bills.
    • Manage shelter and office purchase orders.
    • Copy and process all checks received and cash envelopes.
    • Run credit card transactions for gifts – both from the mail and on-line.
    • Verify deposit slips and accompanying paperwork copies.
    • Make weekly deposits at PNC Bank.
    • Reconcile and replenish petty cash when needed.
    • Process coins collected from donation boxes.
  • Manage payroll for eleven employees: occurs bi-monthly.
  • Develop and maintain an organized filing system for all business transactions as well as for major donors.
  • Manage employee files, health insurance, and compensation claims.
  • Complete any necessary documents pertaining to the management of the SAVE buildings and grounds.
  • Assist with the compilation of all financial documents for the annual audit.
  • Manage office supply inventory and orders.
  • Open and sort incoming mail; distribute mail.
  • Answer phones, retrieve voice mail and retrieve/answer e-mails from the SAVE website.
  • Make periodic runs to office supply stores, the post office (for stamps, meter postage, other).
  • Work with vendors and place orders.
  • Other light duties as assigned.

Development Responsibilities:

  • Manage and input data for adoptees, donors and volunteers using Adopt-A-Friend.
  • Generate acknowledgement letters and cards for donations received.
  • Oversee large mailings for fundraising events, the annual fund, the newsletter and the annual report.
  • Assist with the planning, organizing and executing of special events including the volunteer picnic, dog walk, Gala, and major donor parties.
  • Other special projects as assigned.

­Qualifications and Skill Set:

A college degree is required; Knowledge of QuickBooks is essential; Fund raising and event planning knowledge are a plus, and the willingness to learn Adopt-A-Friend; Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and a demonstrated ability to work well with people; Ability to juggle numerous tasks at once; A passion for animals and a good sense of humor.

http://www.savehomelessanimals.org Please send cover letter and résumé to Piper H. Burrows, Executive Director, at pburrows@savehomelessanimals.org.

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JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GMC – Case Manager – Full Time

Central  NJ, Mercer County not for profit agency is seeking a Full Time Senior Service Case Manager.  Responsibilities include: Working with the senior population to support aging in place.  Home visits to assess need for services & development of a care management plan.  Knowledge of Global Options, Medicaid and community resources.  Experience working with Seniors.

Qualifications:

Licensed or certified social worker, Masters,  MSW, preferred.  Licensed registered nurse or BA degree or higher in a health related or behavioral science field.

Please email your resume and cover letter to Lizs@jfcsonline.org.

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JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GMC – Coordinator of Development:
Central  NJ not for profit agency is seeking a Coordinator of Development.  Responsibilities include: oversight of all annual giving activities, direct mail appeal, annual special event, donor development and donor cultivation.   Knowledge of Jewish culture and traditions helpful.

Qualifications:

BA degree in marketing, development or related field.  3-5 years experience in fundraising.

Please email your resume and cover letter to mailto:Lindam@jfcsonline.org.

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PRINCETON CHILD DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE – Public Relations/Development/Communication Coordinator – Full time

PCDI, an internationally recognized nonprofit research and intervention program for children and adults with autism, is seeking a dynamic and energetic professional with 3 or more years of successful fundraising experience. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in both written and oral form are required.

The Communication Coordinator is responsible for identifying, defining, and developing funding sources to support existing and future program activities as well as coordinating the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals and reports to corporate, foundation, and government funders. The individual must maintain positive working relationships with all constituents and prospects including private and institutional donors, staff and community supporters, board members and others with resources to achieve the goals of the organization and its mission of providing science-based autism intervention.

Salary is competitive and there is an excellent benefit package. Bachelor’s degree required. This position is available immediately.

Kathy Starcher. Administrative Coordinator 
Princeton Child Development Institute 
300 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ  08540 
609-924-6280

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VILLA VICTORIA ACADEMY – Admissions Officer – Full time

Villa Victoria Academy a private, Catholic, college preparatory school for young women in grades Pre-Kindergarten to 12, located in Ewing Township, NJ, is seeking an Admissions Officer to lead all aspects of recruitment, enrollment management and retention of students. Villa Victoria Academy is located on a beautiful, historical forty-four acre campus on the Delaware River in Ewing, New Jersey. Villa Victoria Academy is committed to the total education of each individual student.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and coordinating school open houses and events promoting recruitment.
  • Attendance of catchment area open houses.
  • Preparation of admission materials, maintenance of admission files and online resources.
  • Maintain admissions calendar and schedules.
  • Create, maintain, and update database of professional contacts.
  • Advocate for the school and build relationships with prospective families making inquiries.
  • Generate admissions letters and other written communication for new applicants.
  • Maintain inventory of admission and marketing materials.
  • Maintain RSVPs and attendance records for admissions events.
  • Generate and update admissions reports.
  • Track enrollment, re-enrollment, long-term statistics, etc.

Basic Qualifications/Skills include:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
  • 2-4 years of experience preferred
  • Demonstrated success in leading and working as a team member; and developing effective working relationships with staff and prospective families.
  • Experience in managing projects; and experience in marketing techniques.
  • Proficient knowledge of all applicable Microsoft office software and the ability to update online recruitment resources.
  • Demonstrated excellence in written, verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in education/school related marketing techniques both traditional and utilizing social media.
  • Excellent organizational and customer service skills, along with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse population of students, faculty and staff.
  • Experience forming productive partnerships and building collaborative relationships with local schools, appropriate individuals and the overall community.
  • Excellent communication skills – written, oral and listening; the ability to be an effective advocate for the school.
  • Willingness to assist with Development projects and initiatives.
  • Availability to attend evening and weekend activities and attend off-campus recruitment activities.

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to srlillian@villavictoria.org, srlesley@villavictoria.org, sralice@villavictoria.org, and joe_royal@hmroyal.com. Please include “Admissions Officer” in the email subject line.

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INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED STUDY - Prospect Research Analyst -Full time

We are seeking a talented professional who will be responsible for leading our prospect research efforts. Duties include researching and evaluating individual, corporate and foundation prospects, developing procedures for tracking donors and moves management, and analyzing and interpreting data in order to write research profiles and briefings tailored to the needs of senior staff and Trustees.

The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, excellent interpersonal skills, and at least three years of development experience including work experience in prospect research and with fundraising databases. Additional experience in conducting online research, as well as strong office and software skills also required.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to ProspectRes@ias.edu or by mail to:  Human Resources, Institute for Advanced Study, Einstein Drive, Princeton, NJ  08540.

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