Development Associate - Living Classrooms Foundation

Development Associate

The Development Associate is a valued member of the Living Classrooms Development team and the local National Capital Region team. This person must be a self-starter, problem-solver, team player, and flexible to changing schedules and programs. This person will have strong interpersonal, writing/communication, and organizational skills with the following core responsibilities:   

 Proposal Writing/Prospect Research

-        Write compelling proposals, solicitation letters, and reports

-        Continually research and seek new sources of funding including government, corporate, and foundation grants

-        Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.

-        Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.

-        Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.

-        Work collaboratively with organization, department, and program leadership to produce grant proposals and reports.

-        Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval.

-        Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.

-        Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.

-        Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.

 Fundraising and Special Events

-        Assist in planning and staffing fundraising special events

-        Assist in selling sponsorships

-        Secure food donations and other vendor donations including, but not limited to lighting, sound, stages, music, and other donated goods and services as needed

-        Secure silent auction items; assist with on-site or online auctions at Foundation special events as needed

-        Attend and assist at fundraisers and networking opportunities on behalf of the organization

-        Any other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Development

Administrative

-              Support all administrative needs related to development, including mailings, tracking donations, and other tasks as assigned.

Required Skills, Experience, and Other

·       Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing or a related area OR demonstrated superior writing skills.

·       A minimum of two years experience in grant writing is preferred

·       Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process

·       Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines

·       Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources

·       Multitasking, organizational, and time management skills

·       Attention to detail is a must

·       Familiarity with the Anacostia River, Kingman Island, DC history, culture, and current events/climate preferred.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Additional Information

The Development Associate reports to the Vice President of Development and works closely with the Managing Director of the National Capital Region and will regularly receive both informal and formal feedback on job performance. LCF-NCR manages multiple sites in the National Capital Region and our principal office is located at 156 Q St SW. The Kingman and Heritage Islands Conservation Area can be accessed from RFK Stadium Lot 6, off Oklahoma Avenue in NE DC. The James C. Dent House is in SW DC. Camp Fraser is located near the Potomac River in Northern Virginia, about four miles from the village of Great Falls.

Work will take place both in office and remotely.

About Living Classrooms of the National Capital Region

Living Classrooms of the National Capital Region is the DC-based affiliate of the Living Classrooms Foundation. It was established in 2001. Living Classrooms works to strengthen communities and inspire people to achieve their highest potential through hands-on learning opportunities in education, workforce development, and health and wellness, often leveraging environmental assets and maritime resources to serve as “living classrooms.” For more information, visit livingclassrooms.org.

The Living Classrooms Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.