DC Based Office Looking for Entry Level Finance Assistant

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A Leadership PAC Office is looking for a Fundraising Assistant for the 2016 Election Cycle. This is a full-time, salaried position that necessitates reliable access to a car and a commitment until December 2016.  

Responsibilities:

Events – As the primary focus of the job, the Fundraising Assistant is involved in all aspects of planning, promoting, and staffing fundraising events. This includes communicating with restaurants on menus and attendee count, as well as attending events and running registration. Prior to event days, the Fundraising Assistant will be expected to compile attendee lists, create name tags, and prepare all necessary materials for the fundraiser.

Contributions – The Fundraising Assistant is responsible for processing contributions. This includes stamping and copying checks, updating all related tracking materials, and generating contribution acknowledgements. With a high volume of contributions, this requires exceptional organization and attention to detail. It is the duty of the Fundraising Assistant to track and collect outstanding pledges in order to ensure that quarterly goals are met.

Call time – The Fundraising Assistant is involved in producing accurate materials for call time, which involves pulling and updating target lists, as well as following up on calls to increase participation at fundraising events.

Qualifications:

This position is ideal for a candidate who is new to the fundraising world, but has a familiarity with PACs and NGP, and is willing to learn in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage time effectively, and prioritize & accomplish multiple tasks efficiently. Please send a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and salary requirements to Democrati...@gmail.com