Employment
New Life is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that our team must reflect the diversity of the families we serve and that a diverse team where everyone feels comfortable being themselves will be a long-term advantage. We actively seek out diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Walpole, MA (Hybrid)
Full-time – 40 hours per week
New Life Furniture Bank of MA (New Life) is a volunteer-driven organization providing high-quality gently used furniture and household essentials to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness, escaping domestic violence, and victims of fire.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Development Director to lead our fundraising efforts and oversee all aspects of our development program. The Development Director will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising plan, cultivating relationships with donors and prospects, and ensuring the sustainability and growth of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan, including individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate giving, and special events.
- Cultivate relationships with donors and prospects, including individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
- Develop and maintain a donor database and ensure accurate and timely record-keeping.
- Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to set fundraising goals and strategies.
- Write and submit grant proposals and reports and manage all aspects of the grant process.
- Plan and execute special events, including donor cultivation events, fundraising events, and community events.
- Manage and train development volunteers.
- Collaborate with program staff to develop compelling fundraising materials and messaging that accurately reflects the organization’s mission and impact.
- Monitor and analyze fundraising results and adjust strategies as needed to ensure the organization’s financial sustainability.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in individual giving, major gifts, grants, and special events.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact effectively with donors, prospects, staff, and volunteers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write compelling grant proposals, reports, and fundraising materials.
- Strong analytical and budget management skills.
- Experience managing staff and volunteers.
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices and trends, as well as legal and ethical considerations related to fundraising.
- Passion for the organization’s mission and a commitment to making a difference in the community.
To Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to rich@newlifefb.org with “Development Director” in the subject line. Please include salary requirements in your cover letter. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Occasional (1-4 mornings/week) OR Full Time
Interested candidates should email Amanda Wolfe, Operations Manager, at amanda@newlifefb.org.
Summary
New Life Furniture Bank of MA provides gently-used furniture and household goods to people transitioning out of homelessness. Drivers are an essential part of growing our operation by bringing in greatly needed inventory. The position includes picking up donations from the community and delivering furnishings to clients.
Responsibilities
- Pick up furniture and household good donations from community donors
- Deliver furniture and household goods to client homes
- Safely lift and move furniture from homes and businesses, in and out of our warehouse and trucks, and into client homes
- Practice safe lifting techniques to protect yourself, others, and avoid damage to the items or surroundings
- Comfortably drive a box truck and operate a lift gate
- Collaborate well with others, including volunteers
- Use our software to maintain accurate records
- Accurately assess and collect pickup fees based on the number and location of items
- Provide excellent customer service to furniture donors
- Carry out various warehouse duties as needed
- Problem solve and communicate effectively
Qualifications
- Valid MA driver’s license (CDL not required for the size of our trucks)
- Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English
- Ability to comfortably lift furniture weighing 50lbs or more
- No driving violations from the past 3 years
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Please note that the responsibilities of this position is not a comprehensive list and may change at any time with or without notice to meet the organization’s needs.
This is an AmeriCorps VISTA position. To learn more about AmeriCorps, visit AmeriCorps.gov.
Interested candidates should contact Rich Purnell, Executive Director, at rich@newlifefb.org.
Work Schedule
Full Time
Program Dates
Program Dates: 3/01/23 – 11/18/23
Accepting Applications: 01/05/23 – 02/26/23
Education Level
High school diploma/GED
Age Minimum
18
Member Duties
Explore supports around training and measuring impact of programs for families transitioning out of homelessness. Identify best practices around disseminating information to volunteers, staff, and stakeholders. Develop the processes, and materials to ensure that volunteers, staff, and stakeholders are well supported. They will also develop a plan to improve community engagement and expand impact measurement. Implement a capacity building and impact program to serve more clients. This may include setting up systems, documenting new procedures, training others (including leadership) to use it, putting in place a schedule, securing resources, and implementing a plan. Assist the site in testing and evaluating the various parts of the program developed and making revisions as needed in order to ensure success. Ensure that the systems and/or programs developed are sustainable after the completion of the VISTA term by developing manuals and training staff/volunteers on the new program.
Program Benefits
- Living Allowance
- Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
- Health Coverage*
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- Training
- Relocation Allowance
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.
Terms
- Permits attendance at school during off hours
- Permits working at another job during off hours
- Car recommended
Service Areas
Housing & homelessness
Skills
- General Skills
- Writing/Editing
- Team Work
Service Description
New Life Furniture Bank of MA, Inc assists Low-income families transitioning out of homelessness by providing them with the furniture and household items that make an empty space a home. New Life needs to develop the tools and processes to help build capacity and measure impact. In response to COVID, we have developed a software package that runs every aspect of New Life operations. Support for volunteers, staff, and stakeholders is lacking. The VISTA will develop support material and help develop a impact measurement program.
Os candidatos interessados devem enviar um e-mail para Amanda Wolfe, Gerente de Operações, amanda@newlifefb.org.
Resumo
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