Fundraising Director, Circle of Women National Management Team

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Circle of Women was founded in 2006 with the mission of increasing girls' access to secondary education internationally. As an entirely student-run 501(c)3 nonprofit, Circle is dedicated to implementing local, sustainable, and specific solutions to the worldwide gender gap in education while also advancing the personal and professional development of its volunteers. With 14 current projects in 10 countries, including Haiti and Afghanistan, Circle is proud to serve over 3,100 girls internationally. (To learn more, visit www.circleofwomen.org.)

Fundraising Director

We are seeking a Fundraising Director for the Circle of Women Undergraduate Management Team for 2022! As a part of the Management Team, you will run the day-to-day operations of Circle of Women. Previous MT members have spoken of this experience as the most meaningful growing experience they have had in college, both professionally and personally. You would be joining a team of 8 fantastic directors.

All Directors are responsible for:

• Staying in her position for a full calendar year, including summer (Jan-Dec '22)
• Consistently striving to improve Circle of Women as an organization
• Not only completing daily operational tasks but also having an eye towards long-term strategy
• Maintaining reliable and consistent communication with other Directors, chapter members, project partners, and Board of Directors
• Participating in a one-day transition meeting
• Voting on organization-wide issues such as project proposals, structural changes, and other procedures

About the Fundraising Director

The Director of Fundraising must develop the long-term fundraising strategy of Circle of Women as well as the policies and best practices for Chapters. This Director is crucial to the success of our projects - without her, our projects could never enter construction!

On a day-to-day basis, this directorship is variable in terms of time commitment. It requires planning and forward-thinking of events and consistent research of potential avenues Circle should pursue. This Director is always focused on the long-term sustainability of fundraising.

In the long term, the Director is responsible for expanding our corporate and private donors. This requires the development of information related to corporate sponsors as well as potential private resources.

In MT-Led Fundraising,

The Director:

• Leads and executes organization-wide Circle of Women fundraisers, through creative digital campaigns and on-campus events
• Manages strategic publicity for events and ensures fluid donation and donor follow-ups through close coordination with other MT Directors
• Oversees chapters to meet successful fundraising goals

In Chapter-Led Fundraising,

The Director works with the Chapters and representatives to:

• Create a fundraising strategy when projects are developed
• Promote fundraising that aligns with our mission
• Set meaningful goals and measurable milestones to achieve
• Guide and mentor Chapters pursuing their fundraising goals
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with Chapters, project teams, and any relevant parties about event standards

Hear from Jessica, previous Director of Fundraising:

"As Director of Fundraising, you’ll get to know every facet of Circle’s operations and membership in order to strategize for a crucial task-the financial health and future of this organization. Not only will you become familiar with the best practices of fundraising for any goal, but you’ll develop a keen awareness of everything from crafting compelling narratives to meeting the needs of a diverse body of supporters. Apply to this role if you’re interested in combining business sense with the creativity needed to engage members and adapt to fundraising in a virtual era!"

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to barbara.mola@circleofwomen.org. Likewise, please forward your questions to circumference@circleofwomen.org!

*Note: This is an unpaid internship/volunteer opportunity. Past volunteers have been able to use this experience for college credit and professional experience. All applicants must be undergraduates.