Resource And Development Intern

Position Summary

This position is a service opportunity in association with the AmeriCorps/VISTA

Corporation for National and Community Service at the Urban Scholars program in Houston, Texas.

The Resource and Fundraising Associate will work under the supervision of the Houston Associate

Director to identify resources in support of the program, including but not limited to development and

fundraising, donor cultivation and special events. This person will also coordinate their efforts with

SJLI’s Development Team and the organization’s overall fundraising efforts. This position will work

both remotely and in person at the Houston Urban Scholars program office and when necessary,

Houston Independent School District (HISD) school sites, when feasible.

Responsibilities

● Assist in developing and implementing a Resource Development Plan for the Urban Scholars

Houston program.

● Conduct grant research, writing and reporting in collaboration with the Houston Managing

Director and in consultation with SJLI’s Director of Development and other senior leadership

team members.

● Assist with tracking, reporting and acknowledging contributions.

● Produce written and visual materials, including donor appeals and marketing collateral, to

support Urban Scholars Houston development efforts.

● Support in individual donor prospecting and cultivation.

● Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns.

● Assist in the planning, promotion and day-of logistics of special events.

● Help maintain external relations with supporters, partners and volunteers.

● Support the Development and Communications team as needed.

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in related fields.

● Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the Social Justice Learning Institute

● Highly organized, resourceful and self-motivated with exceptional time management and

problem-solving skills

● Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to serve as a conduit for

information to and from other members

● An entrepreneurial spirit, a creative mind, and a positive attitude

● Exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

● Proficiency in Microsoft Office required

● Can work independently, are extremely organized, punctual and can complete tasks on time.

● Familiarity with donor management system or other database preferred

● Grant research, writing, and proposal preparation experience

● Research skills

● Experience working within the nonprofit sector a plus

● Event management experience a plus