The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a highly organized and motivated individual, with three to five years of fundraising experience, to join our dynamic fundraising team. We are looking for someone passionate about social change who understands the value and strategic function of fundraising in creating that change. They will work with the director for individual giving to engage with a committed community of individual supporters and manage a growing portfolio of $1,000-$5,000-level donors through individual solicitation and events. They will lead the planning of events, conference calls, and online engagement for the WOLA’s giving society. They should feel comfortable “making the ask” and communicating with individuals that they may not know well.
Responsibilities:
Donor Engagement (50%):
- Manage relationships with a growing portfolio of individuals giving $1,000-$5,000, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and timely acknowledgment for gifts to the annual fund, gala, and special initiatives.
- Execute strategies for low-level donors, including increasing online donor engagement, direct mail appeals, and at least two annual campaigns. Collaborate across teams internally to maximize outreach coordination.
Event Planning (30%):
- Coordinate the annual WOLA Human Rights Award and Benefit Gala to maximize income and increase engagement. Includes sponsorship requests, strategizing on event format, and supporting the co-chairs and host committee.
Prospecting (20%):
- Work collaboratively with and in support of board members, WOLA’s development staff, and other WOLA representatives to identify, cultivate and solicit current and new donors for organizational priorities.
For a detailed job description and how to apply, click here.
More information about WOLA can be found on our website.
Application deadline: We are accepting application and starting interviews on a rolling basis.
- No phone calls please -
We know that our differences make us stronger and we value diversity of tradition, religion, experience, and background. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals, and all age groups to apply. WOLA is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based upon race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, prior record of arrest or conviction, caregiver status, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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