Development Volunteer

Reporting Unit/Supervisor:  Development/Data Management Coordinator
Location:  Washington, DC
Duration: 3 months with potential to extend, minimum 20 hours per week

I. TECHNOSERVE BACKGROUND:

TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a nonprofit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.

II. POSITION DESCRIPTION:

TechnoServe is seeking a volunteer to support the Development Team by providing a wide range of database, research, administrative and general support.  In return, TechnoServe will provide the volunteer an opportunity to gain experience and familiarity with areas such as fundraising, philanthropy, international development and an overview of the day to day operations of a global nonprofit.  The Development Volunteer will report to the Data Management Coordinator and will support the entire development team.  

Responsibilities to include:

• Assist the development staff in entering data into Raiser’s Edge, donor database
• Conduct research on potential donors, strategic partners, markets and industries
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external use
• Draft correspondence, proposals and appeals
• Assist development staff in planning donor events
• Maintain donor files and development materials
• Attend department staff meetings
• Assist with special projects as needed

III. REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Strong writing and research abilities
• Desire to learn more about fundraising and philanthropy
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Experiences with databases a plus
• Good interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to TechnoServe’s mission and values
• Volunteer must provide thier own laptop
• Please note this is an unpaid volunteer opportunity

IV. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a Word-formatted single document consisting of cover letter and resume to jobs@tns.org. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.
Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. No phone calls please.