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THE CHIRLA (COALITION FOR HUMANE IMMIGRANT RIGHTS OF LOS ANGELES HAS A JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CHIRLA has an opening for a Development Assistant . This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that CHIRLA's organizational financial goals are met. Duties for this position include assisting in the submission of grant proposals and reports; managing CHIRLA's donor and other external communications; and coordinating fund raising events.
SALARY RANGE: $28,000-$30,000
REPORTS TO: Director of Development
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Grant Portfolio Management:
* Prepare supporting documentation for grant submissions
* Compile and submit grant reports to finders
* Keep calendar and tracking system for all grant-related activities
* Assist Director of Finance in preparing financial reports and other information
Fundraising:
* Play a lead role in planning and implementing CHIRLA's large annual fundraising gala, as well as educational, cultural, and grassroots fundraisers, houseparties and other events
* Assist in large donor campaign efforts and ongoing donor relations.
* Develop and disseminate updated materials for donors/funders/members on CHIRLA programs, initiatives, and accomplishments
* Manage grants and donor database and tracking systems
* Update website
* Monitor E-advocacy software and contacts
* Monitor electronic donation system
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
* Minimum 2 years experience with grant writing, fundraising and/or events
* Bachelors degree or 4+ years nonprofit Development experience
* Superior professional manner and networking abilities
* Comfortable and experienced in fast-paced environment and meeting multiple deadlines
* Extremely well organized and systems oriented
* Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
* Strong familiarity with or training in database management
* Preferred: experience with website and e-advocacy/e-fundraising management
* Strong commitment to immigrant rights and social justice
APPLICATION PROCESS
Application packet shall consist of:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Salary History
4. References
E-mail materials to: jobs@chirla.org Be sure to reference "Development Assistant" in subject line.
or
Please mail application documents to:
Human Resources, Attn: Mr. Zerihoun Yilma.
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA)
2533 W. 3rd St., Suite 101
Los Angeles, Ca. 90057
or
Fax materials to (213) 353-1344
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only those offered interviews will be contacted. Please be sure to reference "Development Assistant" in all correspondence with CHIRLA.
For any questions or concerns, call (213) 353-1333
The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1986 to advance the human and civil rights of immigrants and refugees in Los Angeles. As a multi-ethnic coalition of community organizations and individuals, CHIRLA aims to foster greater understanding of issues that affect immigrant communities, provide a neutral forum for discussion, and unite immigrant groups to more effectively advocate for positive change. CHIRLA's programs include coalition-building and convening of organizations, advocacy around issues affecting immigrants and
refugees, community education, service provision and technical assistance, and organizing and leadership development for immigrant workers and youth.
CHIRLA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all Federal, State, and Los Angeles City equal employment opportunity laws. CHIRLA does not discriminate against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of alienage or citizenship states, race, creed, color, religious, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.
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