Country: United States of America
Closing date: 19 Jul 2016
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) works in 190 countries and territories to put children first. UNICEF has helped save more children’s lives than any other humanitarian organization, by providing health care and immunizations, clean water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more. The U.S. Fund for UNICEF (USF) supports UNICEF's work through fundraising, advocacy and education in the United States. Together, we are working toward the day when no children die from preventable causes and every child has a safe and healthy childhood. For more information, visit www.unicefusa.org.
Officer, Southern California Region
The U.S. Fund for UNICEF is based in NY and operates nine regional offices throughout the country. Each regional office is focused on building long-term partnerships with high level donors through personal relationships, special events, and opportunities to be engaged strategically with UNICEF’s work. The Southern California Regional Office is based in Los Angeles, but works with approximately 400 donors in Southern California, Arizona and Hawaii.
The Officer will be responsible for three key functions of the Southern CA Regional Team:
• General office management and administrative support, including coordination with headquarters and the other regional offices
• Special events strategy, logistics and committee coordination
• Fundraising support activities, including prospect research, targeted outreach, cultivation and personalized stewardship
Key Responsibilities/Outcomes (include but are not limited to):
OFFICE MANANGEMENT and ADMINISTRATION
• Provide back office support to ensure accurate financial records, compliance with company policies and procedures, and the efficient and effective day to day functioning of the regional office
• Facilitate team productivity and efficiency through management of office space and equipment as well as coordination of team calendar and project management
• Recruit, engage, manage and evaluate interns and administrative volunteers
FUNDRAISING
• Organize the Regional Board and committee meetings, including preparing Board Packet
• Support the Southern CA Major Gifts annual revenue goal of approximately $3M through prospect research and list management, prospect matrix and coordinating outreach with volunteers and staff.
• Maintain donor records in USF database and other formats, as necessary.
• Support donor stewardship strategy for Southern CA team, including maintaining Regional Web Page.
SPECIAL EVENTS
• Support the Southern CA regional cultivation events, including the Speaker Series program
• Provide high levels of customer service and create excellent guest experience for all events
• Lead logistics for all events, including
o contracting with vendors
o preparing and sending out invitations, receipts, and other correspondence
o managing RSVPs
o coordinating travel arrangements for staff outside the region and guests
o preparing internal and external briefings and reports
o researching guests and sponsor prospects
o updating the PIDI database with guest attendance
• Support the Speakers Series Committee
• Work closely with the national Special Events team on the annual Southern CA fundraising event
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years event, marketing and/or fundraising experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Understanding and experience in a fundraising/development role is preferred but not required
- Strong organizational skills, ability to work in diverse teams, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal, time-management, and oral and written communication skills
- Keen attention to detail, flexibility in high-pressure situations, and the willingness to assist with all tasks needed to ensure the success of the office team
- Willingness to take initiative to propose new solutions and identify new opportunities
- Must be a team player, and a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who embraces the mission of the USF
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with databases, CRM and SharePoint a plus
- Must demonstrate USF Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service
Must possess current and valid US Work Authorization and be eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary is commensurate with experience. In addition, USF offers a comprehensive benefits package.
USF is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
To Apply-Please apply online at: http://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=UNICEFUSA&cws=1&rid=705