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The American Red Cross is one of the most recognizable, respected and largest non-profits in the world.  

The following full-time position is open for staffing in our Chapter. These outlined responsibilities do not reflect all duties assigned to this position.

Position Location/Department: Chapter Headquarters in New Orleans, Financial Development Department

Position Summary:
Supports and enhances annual chapter fundraising activities by placing major emphasis on specific annual fundraising activities including annual board giving, individual major gifts and Tiffany Circle.  Conducts foundation proposal research and grant writing to raise money for the operational budget of the chapter.

Position Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the chief development officer creates, modifies and maintains annual campaigns for board giving, major gifts and Tiffany Circle membership.
• Conducts research to identify available grant funding opportunities.
• In cooperation with the chief development officer cultivates foundation prospects.
• Writes grant proposals, ensures they are within specified guidelines, and representative of a variety of funding priorities.
• Establishes initial contact with major individual donor prospects in order to cultivate relationships and schedule appointments.
• Conducts prospect research for cultivation and solicitation calls.
• Prepares proposal packages, solicitation letters, and handwritten letters for prospective and major donors.
• Tracks prospect notes in Raiser’s Edge and Maintains stewardship files on donors.
• Performs in “essential staff” capacity for disaster relief work as required. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and minimum of two years experience in fundraising.
• Must have demonstrated ability in writing and public speaking, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and flexibility in dealing with fast-paced environments.
• Working knowledge of computers needed with experience in Raiser’s Edge a plus.
• Experience in statistical analysis preferred.

Position Title: Community Outreach Coordinator – School/Youth

Position Location/Department: Chapter Headquarters in New Orleans, Community Outreach Department

Position Summary:
Plans, implements, and manages community outreach activities to expand preparedness education and the chapter’s response capacity via partnerships and volunteers throughout the chapter’s jurisdiction.

Position Responsibilities:

• Direct, plan and coordinate community outreach activities including speaking engagements/opportunities, presentations, research, website, and used of surveys and public forum programs
• Implement and sustain an outreach program that increases community participation and public awareness about Red Cross disaster education programs and services.
• Serve in a liaison capacity with community leaders, governmental agencies, and community groups requesting information on related organizational activities.
• Plan and promote programs for community information meetings and other community forums as required.
• Recruit, mentor, track and recognize volunteers.
• Coordinate and maintain delivery of community preparedness education in assigned jurisdiction and target area.
• Track and evaluate all outreach activities using appropriate tools.
• Performs in “essential staff” capacity for disaster relief work as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, communications or relevant field. 
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience required. 
• Excellent leadership skills and the ability to work independently and resourcefully in a fast-paced work environment
• Must possess the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a variety of groups.
• Must have strong public speaking, facilitation, training and coordination skills.
• Must have the ability to think and communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Be able to work some evenings and weekends.
  

If you are interested in applying for any of the above positions, please send a cover letter and resume here.  These positions are not eligible for any relocation costs.