Development and Grant Writing Volunteer

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Development and Grant Writing Volunteer

The Office Volunteer Program is a highly regarded and educational program delivering critical support to staff to ensure a thriving and healthy San Francisco Bay. Office volunteers actively contribute to the organization and receive hands-on experience and individual mentorship as team members of Save The Bay’s talented and passionate staff. This program is an excellent opportunity for professional development and offers insight into a non-profit sector career.

The program operates in 12-16 week sessions. These are unpaid volunteer positions; However, Save The Bay does provide transportation reimbursement.

Please find more information about time and application periods on our webiste. http://www.savesfbay.org/office-volunteer-program

Development and Grant Writing Volunteer position

The Development and Grant Writing Volunteer will work with Save The Bay’s Development team to support strategic fundraising campaigns targeting corporate, foundation, and individual supporters.

As a member of our dynamic team, the volunteer will assist with grant writing; conduct grant and donor research; support donor outreach and communications efforts; advance knowledge of Salesforce and help maintain data; write acknowledgement letters; and perform various administrative duties in support of fundraising campaigns as assigned.

Qualifications

• Interest in San Francisco Bay environmental issues
• Interest in fundraising and grant writing
• Strong writing, research and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Commitment to confidentiality of donor records
• Ability to complete tasks independently
• Completion of three years of undergraduate education.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Experience with data entry, will receive Salesforce training
• Availability for at least 24 hours per week
• Enthusiasm for Save The Bay’s mission and programs

This is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates or those interested in a career change and looking for valuable work experience at an established non-profit organization. Volunteers make a 12-16 week commitment and expect to work at least 24 hours a week.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@savesfbay.org. Please include "Development and Grant Writing Volunteer" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

"The Development Volunteer position provided me with really concrete experience that I was able to put on my resume, and that stood out to future employers. Following my three months at Save The Bay, I was able to get more interviews with potential employers. I was told during an interview that my volunteer experience at Save The Bay was what really stood out and moved my resume to the top of the stack.... I would highly recommend the position to folks looking to transition into Development, Non Profit Administration, or simply looking to make a commitment to share their skills and volunteer time with a wonderful nonprofit." -- Emily, Former Development and Grant Writing Volunteer