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Posting date:

June 29, 2023

How to apply:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to dlight@habitatmidohio.org

Job Description:

Habitat for Humanity-MidOhio is currently seeking a full-time AmeriCorps member to serve from August 2023-August 2024 in the role of AmeriCorps Resource Development VISTA Member.

The Resource Development VISTA member will create, document, and implement plans for donor engagement, tracking and recognition to increase the overall experience and commitment to Habitat’s mission through special programmatic initiatives. They will research and create a plan to increase monthly donors; including creating peer to peer fundraising guides to simplify the ease of donating. The member will continue to build out our poverty simulation program by engaging a core group of volunteers. The member will build out learning resources and activities that can be used on special builds and with community groups. To align with the strategic plan, this position will assist in diversifying our donor and volunteer base, expanding involvement, and raising more funds. Each strategy will be well documented and evaluated to ensure sustainability beyond the year of service.

This position will serve on a Monday-Friday schedule with some evening and weekend hours as needed.

Duties include:

  • Research the existing resource development practices of each program and explore what aspects need improvement as well as identify growth opportunities for fundraising and future involvement.
  • Reach out to other affiliates to learn more about their special program initiatives, engagement activities, and collateral, and gain fundraising ideas and best practices to compare to current programing methods and efforts for recommendation and implementation.
  • Develop a plan to increase monthly donors, including targeting local individuals, businesses, faith organizations, school groups, civic groups, and other community organizations.
  • Develop fundraising guide to include ways to increase donations through peer-to-peer fundraising using the Classy platform.
  • Develop system to track donor engagement and donations.
  • Develop a plan and document a calendar of selected donor engagement methods and opportunities, and collectively devise a strategy and planning timeline for implementation.
  • Develop and document event marketing materials as needed. Create templates that can be used in the future.
  • Collaborate with the Volunteer department to resurrect and establish a Habitat Ambassador program for volunteers to assist the affiliate in various outreach events and activities.
  • Develop methods to increase participation with Habitat Ambassador program, including: presentations, materials, and systems for recruitment of participation, volunteers, and leadership.
  • Develop systems to accurately track and record program-related data, ensuring sustainability.
  • Further develop the infrastructure for the poverty simulation program by recruiting and engaging a core group of Habitat Ambassadors to carry out the logistics of the event. These Habitat Ambassadors will be utilized in other outreach types of activities as well.
  • Develop new and existing learning resources and activities that can be utilized on special builds such as Beloved Community and Women Build as well as with other community groups and build sites.
  • Learning resources will give the affiliate the ability to engage community groups and individuals in local mission work and increase their awareness of the need for affordable housing in their community.
  • Gather and develop tools and resources that can be utilized for cultivating cultural sensitivities, raising awareness of Habitat’s work and the community need for affordable housing.

Required Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent (or agree to work towards one while serving)
  • Driver’s license
  • Personal vehicle
  • Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Helpful Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of, and willingness to promote, the mission and activities of Habitat for Humanity International and AmeriCorps.
  • Possess bachelor’s degree or 3 years related volunteer/job experience.
  • Previous fundraising experience a plus.
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong research skills.
  • Detail oriented and highly organized.
  • Self-starter.
  • Can multi-task and is adaptable.
  • Experience working as a member of a team.
  • Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
  • Current valid driver’s license, a clean driving record and reliable transportation.

For more information, visit https://www.habitatmidohio.org/get-involved/americorps.html

Interested candidates should submit cover letter and resume.

AmeriCorps VISTA members will receive a living allowance of $22,881.85, basic health benefits, and an Education Award of $6895 upon completion of service. Habitat MidOhio also provides members with housing assistance of up to $300 per month.

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