Job Posting- League of Conservation Voters DC

The League of Conservation Voters is turning environmental values into national priorities. LCV is seeking an Assistant in the Development Division. The LCV Family of Organizations includes LCV ((501(c)4), a 527 organization, LCV Action Fund (a federal political action committee) and LCV Education Fund (501(c)3 organization). LCV has already begun to push hard to translate our electoral victories into legislative successes. LCV is part of a coalition of environmental organizations working together to set the agenda for the new Administration and the next Congress to pass legislation in 2009 that revitalizes our economy and delivers energy and climate security. The Development Assistant is a key member of the Development team, supporting the critical work of the high-paced division, which plays an integral role in the organization¢s growth and functioning.

Development Assistant: Supports operations of the Development Division, which includes management of database, financial reporting and reconciliation, and production of high donor correspondence.

The Development Assistant will:

Maintain tracking system for all major donor information, pledges and income, implement and monitor pledge collection system.
· Draft and produce donor acknowledgements, and assist with production of other donor correspondence including invitations, cultivation and solicitation mailings, and newsletters.

Handle production work on written donor appeals including preparing address lists, managing merge database, assembling and mailing packages.
Manage donor research program, coordinate research process focusing on current and prospective donors.
· Produce reports on income and expenses for all funding streams, as well as reports necessary for financial reconciliation and FEC reporting.
· Work with Finance Division to process checks, credit cards and invoices.
· Maintain Development Division files; organize, update and purge on a regular basis.
· Answer inquiries from donors and make updates to donor database as requested.

Oversee the development intern and help with both the training and hiring process.
Answer inquiries from donors and make updates to donor database as requested.
Provide logistical support to SVP for Development as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.


This position requires exceptional skills in Excel spreadsheets and databases and an especially disciplined attention to detail.

Requirements:
1. Education: College degree required.

2. Work experience: Minimum one year experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign desirable; fundraising experience preferred.

3. Skills: Good written and oral communications skills, excellent skills in word processing and spreadsheets (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), and familiarity with phone systems; some database background. Attentive to details, and adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data.

4. Capabilities: Solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks and work for several people; highly organized; commitment to environmental protection and mission of LCV.

5. Conditions: Able to work occasional overtime to get the job done.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@lcv.org with "DEV ASSIST" in the subject line, or mail to League of Conservation Voters, Attn: Human Resources, 1920 L Street NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036. Visit our website, www.lcv.org. No phone calls please

LCV is an equal opportunity employer and offers opportunities for growth, convenient metro location, and comprehensive benefits including 3 weeks vacation, paid health, life and disability coverage and a 401(k) plan

Application Deadline: January 23, 2009