Development Assistant
Boston, MA
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Company Description:

Based in Boston , Keshet is a dynamic grassroots organization that works for the full inclusion of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Jews in Jewish life. Keshet offers training, resources, and technical assistance for GLBT inclusion in Jewish communities nationwide and sponsors community events for GLBT Jews in the Greater Boston area.

Job Description: Working with the Executive Director, the Development Assistant will be responsible for a wide range of fundraising tasks including grant writing, donor prospect and foundation research, donor correspondence, creative contributions to marketing materials, and special events planning.
 
Qualifications:   The ideal candidate has excellent writing and interpersonal skills, grant writing experience ideal, the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, proficiency with PC, Microsoft Office, and databases, an understanding of Keshet’s mission and a passion for social change.

Experience: Minimum two years experience in social change nonprofits

 

Education: College degree or equivalent experience

 

Qualifications:

  • Exceptional writing and communication skills
  • Sense for humor, enthusiasm, and flexibility
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Salary and Benefits:  

Commensurate with experience, generous benefits package
**This will be either a ¾ time or full-time position, depending on the candidate.

 
How to Apply:

 

Please email, mail, or fax your cover letter to:

idit@keshetonline.org

Idit Klein, Executive Director

Keshet

284 Amory Street

Jamaica Plain , MA 02130

617.524.9229 (fax)

Accepting applications through 11/5/07 .