Financial Development Associate

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The Financial Development Associate help make it financially possible for the Red Cross to deliver itslife-savingg services. The Red Cross relies on volunteers and the generosity of the American public.

Example of Key Responsibilities for an Event Associate include:
* Attend event planning meetings (most often during regular business hours)
* Providing logistical support for events as needed, including menu, decor, rental equipment, etc.
* Assist with invitation creation, mailing and RSVPs, as needed
* Assist with guest check-in for events, as needed
* Assistance in capturing contact information for all event attendees and ensuring they are included on mailing lists for newsletters, appeals and future events
* Assist with auction table activities, as needed
* Following up with event attendees with thank you card, phone calls, etc., as needed
* Support additional event associates, as needed

Example of Key Responsibilities for a Donor Communications Associate include:
* Help develop donor communication materials such as emails, letters, flyers, etc.
* Regularly utilize Red Cross intranet for new and updated donors stewardship/cultivation information and material and build archive
* Assist with event planning research and activities
* Cover American Red Cross fundraising events and other Red Cross events/programs of interest and
develop content for social media posts, blog posts and newsletter stories

Qualifications:
* Professional demeanor & phone etiquette
* Critical thinking skills
* Strong writing and editing skills
* Knowledge of various social media platforms helpful
* Previous professional or personal event planning experience
* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Previous marketing experience helpful
* Working knowledge of Publisher a plus!

Sign-up to volunteer today at www.redcross.org/volunteer nd=rco_opportunity_browse_list or email questions to Christoper Fielder at Christopher.Fielder@redcross.org or (951)264-7730.