Development and Event Assistant

Adaptive Sports Ohio’s mission is to give individuals with disabilities a chance to play. We provide on-the-job training for candidates who may not have prior experience working in adaptive sports or with individuals with physical disabilities. If you are a service-minded, hard-working individual, we invite you to join our team and help change lives. Watch a short video from last year’s Dream Camp to see our impact.

About the role

This is a full-time, salaried position stationed in Wooster, requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends. Local travel may be required. The Development and Event Assistant works under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer and the Director of Development.

Responsibilities

• Development Assistant
  • Assist in the creation and monitoring of the annual fundraising plan.
  • Collaborate with administrative and program staff to develop goals, deliverables, and impact stories.
  • Conduct development research and manage the donor database.
  • Prepare and distribute donor requests, acknowledgments, and letters.
  • Assist with grant research, preparation, monitoring deadlines, and reporting.
  • Compile monthly development reports.
• Events Manager
  • Assist in the planning and execution of special events to increase financial resources for Adaptive Sports Ohio.
  • Manage all event logistics, including electronic and written correspondence, contracts, supplies, and materials.
  • Prepare and distribute external correspondence, such as contracts, acknowledgments, and letters.
  • Monitor event timelines and budgets, and create post-event reports.
  • Conduct market research and assist in securing sponsorships and donations.
  • Recruit and manage volunteers.
  • Promote events through social media and other marketing channels.
  • Assist with special events and other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• 2 years of office or assistant experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong professional, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Google Drive (Docs, Spreadsheets).
• Ability to lift, carry, and manage supplies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills.
• A creative mind with the ability to suggest improvements.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

Background check required.