Fundraising Officer – Intern

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Conduct data collection and research, including monitoring all types of funding sources.

• Create letters, fact sheets, and various informational materials about IIRR and its projects and programs aimed at potential donors.

• Review and edit letters of intent and grant proposals for accuracy and clarity.

• Assist in updating and managing the IIRR donor database.

• Investigate potential major donor prospects and aid in donor outreach and cultivation efforts.

• Research potential donors and develop comprehensive donor profiles.

• Compose communications such as new donor mailings, appeals, and thank-you letters.

• Maintain online donation platforms and ensure they are current.

• Provide support in grant proposals through research and writing assistance.

• Help other departments and interns achieve their tasks as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field (must be completed prior to the start date of the internship).

• Highly organized, dependable, and self-driven.

• Approachable and responsive to inquiries.

• Innovative, resourceful, and enjoys tackling challenges.

• Excellent writing abilities with a keen eye for detail.

• Exhibits curiosity, creativity, and a boldness in proposing new ideas.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

• Capable of meeting deadlines while managing multiple tasks effectively.

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Applications at an intermediate level.

• Willingness and ability to thrive in a startup environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Unpaid internship opportunity.

• Possibility of earning class credits.

• Flexible scheduling options available.