TedfordHousingisseekingdynamicprofessionaltojoinourteamasEvents&Development Assistant.
For over 35 years, Tedford Housing has been empowering people to move from homelessness to home. Based in Brunswick and serving Sagadahoc, Lincoln, and Cumberland and Androscoggincounties,Tedfordhasrelocateditsshelterprogramsandadministrationtoanew expanded facility. Tedford Housing is committed to developing an inclusive culture in which every staff member and guest feels supported and can thrive regardless of their identities or role.
The Events & Development Assistant will report to the Director of Development and will be a keymemberofthe administrativeand fundraisingteam.Theidealcandidate willhaveexcellent communicationandcustomerserviceskills,strongattentionto detail,andtheabilitytomanage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Thisisa24-houraweek,non-benefittedpositionwithanhourlyrateof$25perhour.
Typicalhourswillbeduringtheregularworkweekwithoccasionalweekendandeveninghours necessary depending on event schedules.
TypicalDutiesandKeyResponsibilitiesoftheEvents&DevelopmentAssistantare: 1.EventPlanning&Execution:
Support the planning, administration, and execution of fundraising and community events
Research and secure venues, catering, rentals, and other vendors; serve as primary point of contact for logistics coordination
Manage invitation processes, including guest lists, RSVP tracking, and follow-up communications
Coordinate event materials and on-site needs (run of show, signage, nametags, etc.)
Support procurement, organization, and tracking of auction and raffle items, including donor communication and acknowledgment (1 auction and/or raffle annually)
Assist with auctions and raffles, including procurement and organization of items from community
Provide on-site support at events, helping manage set-up, guest experience, and breakdown
Support Tedford Housing’s presence at additional third-party fundraising events and local parades (approximately 5-6 annually)
2.CorporateSponsorships&CommunityPartnerships:ActivelysupportthegrowthofTedfordHousing’scorporategivingandsponsorship program
Research,identify,andbuildapipelineofprospectivebusinesspartners(localand statewide)
Conductoutreachviaphone,email,andin-personmeetingstointroduceTedford’s mission and sponsorship opportunities
Scheduleandparticipatein1:1meetingswithbusinessowners,managers,and corporate representatives
Assistindevelopingandpresentingsponsorshipopportunitiesforeventsandtheannual fund
Trackandfulfillsponsorshipdeliverables,ensuringpartnersreceiveagreed-upon benefits(e.g.,logoplacement,event recognition,socialmediamentions,tickets)
Stewardexistingbusinessrelationshipstoencouragerepeatandincreasedgiving
Trackoutreachactivity,meetings,andoutcomestosupportrelationshipmanagement and revenue goals in CRM
3.DonorAdministration&DatabaseManagement:Assist the Director of Development & Director of Administration to maintain accurate, up-to-datedonorandgiftrecordsinLittleGreenLight(CRM),ensuringdataconsistency for mailings and communications
Supporttheexecutionofbulkmailingsanddonorcommunications
Assistinprintingandmailingtimely,personalizeddonoracknowledgmentletters
QualificationsandSkills:2-3yearsofexperienceinanofficeenvironment,particularlyinaneventsor development role.
Bachelorsdegreepreferred
Excellentcustomerserviceskillswithafocusonbuildingpositiverelationshipswith clients and visitors
Computerliteracyisrequired,withknowledgeandunderstandingofMicrosoft365 products
Stronglistening,oral,phoneandwrittencommunicationskills
Abilitytotakeinitiativeandacteffectivelyinvariouscircumstanceswithoutdirection, managing your time well
Abilitytomaintaincomposureanddealcalmlywithstressfulsituations
Strongorganizationalskillswiththeabilitytoprioritizetaskseffectively
AllTedfordemployeesareresponsiblefor:Actingwithintegrity,honestyandfosteringteamworkinanengagedandinclusive culture
Treatingallstaff,volunteersandclientsfairlyandwithrespect,responsivenessand courtesy
Maintainingclientconfidentiality
Exercisinggoodjudgmentanddiscernmentwhenmakingdecisions
Accomplishingassignedtaskswithinestablishedtimeframes
Followingcompanypolicies,procedures,standardsandguidelines
Maintainingadherencetoorganizationalpoliciesforthesafetyofallstaff,clientsand volunteers
Thisisa24-houraweek,non-benefittedpositionwithanhourlyrateof$25perhour.
Please send your cover letter and resume info(a)tedfordhousing.org, with the subject line “Events&DevelopmentAssistant.”Interviewswillbeginimmediatelyandcontinueuntilthe position is filled. Selected candidates will receive an email to set up an online or in-person interview.No phone calls, please.
CommitmenttoDiversity,EquityandInclusion: TedfordHousingiscommittedtocreatinganinclusiveworkplacewherediverseperspectives are valued, supported, and freely exchanged. We are committed to hiring staff
thatreflectsMaine’sfullrangeof identityandexperience,and weactivelyseekandencourage individuals from traditionally underrepresented communities to apply. Tedford Housing provides all persons with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability,age, or veteran status.
