REMOTE Nonprofit Grant-Marketing-Fundraising

Description: 

Sports Media Inc. is seeking an intern for the position of nonprofit grant writer and fundraiser. The individual working in this role requires a high level of energy and exceptional skills in building relationships. This position will include all aspects of social media, marketing, and public relations, while preparing the intern for a position as a grant writer and fundraising coordinator. This will be a remote work position, interns can check in between On boarding start date ranges:
January 1-15 Winter

April 1-10 Spring 

June 1-10 Summer  Fall 

August 1-10 Fall

October 1-10 Winter 

Responsibilities: 

• Actively participate in the execution and management of fundraising programs including the ability to multi-task, handle logistics and follow through on multiple events/programs at the same time.
• Identify new corporate sponsors and maximize fundraising opportunities through various business development techniques including cold-calling, following up on warm leads and attending remote networking events.
• Prepare letters of inquiry, funding requests and other materials to solicit funds, schedule presentations and follow-up as appropriate.
• Deliver organized, structured, and persuasive presentations, using effective written and verbal communication.
• Coordinate targeted advertising, sales, and marketing initiatives to communicate Sports Media’s services.
• Advise and assist in the development of a local fundraising strategy, plan, and budget.
• Prepare regular progress reports to supporters.
• Serve as a consultant and resource to volunteers in planning and implementing their tasks and/or responsibilities.
• Assure appropriate utilization of volunteer skills and resources and provide guidance in carrying out assignments and recognition for their time and effort.
• Maintain accurate and complete records and files for assigned fundraising events, programs and activities and routinely review the status of each with the Executive Director.
• Coordinate the production of collateral materials related to fundraising events programs and activities.

Requirements:

• Current undergraduate majoring in communications, business, marketing, sociology, public relations, or related majors.
• Minimum 1-3 years of non-profit fundraising and/or special event experience.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong presentation skills, oral and written are required.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects at once.

Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.