tides family services
Tides is a non-traditional agency, unlike any other. Our “no-walls” philosophy puts us in the heart of neighborhoods our clients live—the most distressed and poverty-stricken areas of Rhode Island. Our community-based programs service these youth, aged 6-21, and we’re there for them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Our programs include strength-based counseling, structured recreation, cognitive behavioral therapy, after-school programming and two small, licensed schools.
We believe in doing whatever it takes, for as long as it takes. Join us and help impact these children, their families, and in turn, our communities at large. |
available positions
Development and Marketing Assistant
Assist with all facets of philanthropy including donor relationships, event planning and organization, and marketing/public relations.
Assist with all facets of philanthropy including donor relationships, event planning and organization, and marketing/public relations.
- Main duties: A development assistant offers administrative support to an organization's development office, which brings in money and resources from donors to sustain growth. Development assistants handle a variety of tasks related to institutional and individual giving. Much of the day's work is spent managing relationships with current and prospective donors, bolstering membership and researching ways to bring in additional funds. This is a crucial role in many non-profit and educational groups that depend on fundraising for survival.
- Secondary duties: One of the primary responsibilities of a development assistant is to track philanthropic requests, pledges and contributions. Development assistants manage and update donor databases, respond to member queries and sometimes approach benefactors for appeals. They often conduct research, analyze data and compile reports on current or prospective donors. In many offices, development assistants draft proposals or grants and may compile expense lists for budget or meetings. Other duties include managing donor lists and preparing mailing materials like invitations, solicitations and newsletters.
- Approximate # of Hours/Week: 30-35
- Required days/times of the week (if any): Flexible
- Semesters this position is available for: Fall 2018