Grant Writing/Fundraising Intern

ORGANIZATION: US Green Building Council - Mississippi Headwaters Chapter

CATEGORY: Fundraising and Fund Development

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
US Green Building Council Mississippi Headwaters Chapter, established in 2003, is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization with a mission to transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healthy and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life.

SALARY: unpaid    TYPE: Intern / 16 hours    DEADLINE: open until filled

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Handle a significant volume of grant submissions to corporations and corporate and private foundations.

2. Prospect identification, research, proposal/grant development and writing, and accurate and timely production of final proposals.

3. Assist with 2009 individual and corporate donation campaign as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Required Skills/Experience:

* Excellent writing skills
* Strong research and analytical skills.
* Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Powerpoint and Excel.
* Good organizational skills.
* Ability to manage time efficiently and to multi-task.
* Ability to work as part of a team.


Desired Skills/Experience:

* Understanding of grant research and grantwriting.
* Understanding/experience with event planning and fundraising

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to sbrezinka@usgbcmn.org