Development Associate

development associate Job Description HANA Center (HANA) is a Chicago-area non-profit organization working to meet the critical needs of Korean, Asian American, and multiethnic immigrant communities and build power toward systemic change. HANA has offices in Chicago and Prospect Heights, Illinois. HANA engages a primarily low-income, limited-English proficient community, prioritizing community members who have been historically marginalized and have not had access to resources, including older adults, youth of color, women, undocumented families, survivors of gender-based violence, LGBTQ+ individuals, and intercountry adoptees. Currently, HANA engages 16,000 community members annually in the City of Chicago and northwest suburbs. Key programs include immigration services, crisis intervention and domestic violence assistance, case management, workforce development, health education and screenings, ESL tutoring, citizenship and technology classes, public benefits assistance, pro-bono legal services, housing services, senior services, youth leadership development, community organizing, and civic engagement. Position Summary HANA’s Development Associate is a key member of HANA’s development team, ensuring that HANA has the resources necessary to support its programs and organizing campaigns. The Development Associate works in close coordination with HANA’s Senior Manager of Development to implement fundraising programs to secure and grow support from individuals, corporations, foundations, government entities, and organizations. Major Responsibilities: Work within a development team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective donorsDraft and edit letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports working closely with HANA Team Leads to gather relevant informationResearch demographic and other relevant information to strengthen grant proposalsParticipate in funder meetings as requested, documenting notes and next stepsAssist and lead segments of work for fundraising events including HANA’s annual MODU Gala, end of the year holiday donations, and other donor stewardship and cultivation eventsHelp track sponsors and individual outreach for fundraising eventsOrganize and maintain accurate and comprehensive fundraising databases, grant calendar and files, and donor recordsEnsure timely acknowledgment of donations, including production and distribution of thank you letters and callsAssist in creating and writing content for donor communicationsAttend and participate in community meetings and other activities as neededParticipate in and complete all required trainingsOther duties as assigned Key Qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights and social, racial, and economic justiceA belief in communities' ability to support each other, organize, and achieve desired goals togetherPreferred experience working with community-based organizations, especially those focused on issues related to Korean American, Asian American, immigrant communities and/or social, economic, and racial justiceMinimum 2 years of fundraising and/or grant writing experienceExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, accuracy, and proven track record of meeting deadlinesProficiency in using technology and systems to maximize efficiency and impactAbility to build partnerships and gain consensus with co-workers, volunteer leaders, and peersAbility to take initiative, work independently, think creatively, and problem solve with a commitment to continued learningPrior experience with EveryAction or comparable donor management software is an assetProficiency in using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite is an assetValid driver’s license, access to a car, and ability to travel to both HANA offices and for events as neededFlexibility to work evenings and weekendsBilingual in Korean, both verbal and written, is an asset Reports To: Senior Manager of Development Compensation: This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $50,000-$60,000 and benefits that include paid leave, paid sick leave, health, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, and 401K. Application: Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jobs@hanacenter.org with the subject “Development Associate.” HANA Center is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply. development associate Major Responsibilities: Work within a development team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective donorsDraft and edit letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports working closely with HANA Team Leads to gather relevant informationResearch demographic and other relevant information to strengthen grant proposalsParticipate in funder meetings as requested, documenting notes and next stepsAssist and lead segments of work for fundraising events including HANA’s annual MODU Gala, end of the year holiday donations, and other donor stewardship and cultivation eventsHelp track sponsors and individual outreach for fundraising eventsOrganize and maintain accurate and comprehensive fundraising databases, grant calendar and files, and donor recordsEnsure timely acknowledgment of donations, including production and distribution of thank you letters and callsAssist in creating and writing content for donor communicationsAttend and participate in community meetings and other activities as neededParticipate in and complete all required trainingsOther duties as assigned Key Qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights and social, racial, and economic justiceA belief in communities' ability to support each other, organize, and achieve desired goals togetherPreferred experience working with community-based organizations, especially those focused on issues related to Korean American, Asian American, immigrant communities and/or social, economic, and racial justiceMinimum 2 years of fundraising and/or grant writing experienceExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, accuracy, and proven track record of meeting deadlinesProficiency in using technology and systems to maximize efficiency and impactAbility to build partnerships and gain consensus with co-workers, volunteer leaders, and peersAbility to take initiative, work independently, think creatively, and problem solve with a commitment to continued learningPrior experience with EveryAction or comparable donor management software is an assetProficiency in using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite is an assetValid driver’s license, access to a car, and ability to travel to both HANA offices and for events as neededFlexibility to work evenings and weekendsBilingual in Korean, both verbal and written, is an asset Reports To: Senior Manager of Development Compensation: This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $50,000-$60,000 and benefits that include paid leave, paid sick leave, health, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, and 401K. Application: Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jobs@hanacenter.org with the subject “Development Associate.” HANA Center is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply. CHICAGO CENTER & MAIN OFFICE 4300 N California Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 Phone: 773-583-5501 Fax: 773-583-7009 NORTHWEST CENTER 664 N. Milwaukee Avenue Suite 213 Prospect Heights, IL 60070 Phone: 847-520-1999 Fax: 847-520-7178 Get Support Get Involved TERMS OF USE & PRIVACY POLICY © 2020 Hana Center