Employment Opportunities at Born Free USA
Working across the United States and with its west coast office in Sacramento, California, Born Free USA is a national non-profit animal advocacy organization working to end animal cruelty and exploitation through legislation, litigation and public education. We are a dynamic and focused organization growing to meet the demands of the future. This is an exciting time to join the organization and be part of the team that will deliver an ambitious agenda for change across the country.
Born Free USA seeks to achieve equal opportunity for all staff members as articulated by federal, state and local laws. We actively seek to recruit individuals without regard to race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, age or physical characteristics. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, training, promotion, transfer, job benefits, pay, and dismissal.
Open Position: Development and Membership Associate
Born Free USA seeks a highly motivated individual with a sincere commitment to animal welfare to fill the role of a Development Associate. Born Free USA is a mid-sized national nonprofit organization committed to keeping wildlife in the wild. More information about Born Free USA and our work can be found elsewhere on this site. This position is full time and located in Sacramento, CA. The Development Associate works closely with staff members on the East Coast, including another Development Associate, and answers directly to the Executive Vice President. To apply, submit cover letter and résumé before the end of the day Wednesday,
Feb. 1, to melanie@bornfreeusa.org.
Job responsibilities include:
- Donor database management (maintenance, updates, imports, reporting).
- Prepare gift acknowledgements and fulfill membership and sponsorship packets.
- Take phone calls from donors, answer questions and fulfill requests.
- Prepare reports, mailings and acknowledgments required to support ongoing fundraising activities.
- Work with accountants to create reports to meet their needs.
- Develop and manage corporate partnerships.
- Maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth donors.
- Assist in the management of VIP and Legacy Circle activities.
- Track estate and planned gifts. Maintain files of received and expected gifts.
- Complete annual individual State Charitable Registration renewals.
- Create and oversee the timely submission of reports and documents to public and private funders.
- Manage the relationship with direct mail processing house and ensure timely and accurate relay of information and billing.
- Produce and maintain internal development status reports.
- Assist in planning and coordination of all special event functions and other fundraising appeals, including a large Sacramento Gala in September 2012.
- Manage social networking donation sites and other online fundraising sites.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Attention to detail and accuracy with data entry.
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Experience with a donor database management system required. Donor Perfect preferred.
- Comfortable working in a team environment.
- Event planning experience required.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Articulate and able to communicate effectively.
- Commitment to the mission of Born Free USA.
- Ability to handle multiple ongoing projects and complete tasks within a deadline.
- Prior fundraising experience, 2-4 years preferred.
Open Position: Event Planning Intern
Born Free USA seeks an organized and motivated individual to serve as an Event Planning Intern, primarily responsible for assisting with an autumn 2012 gala. This person will play a crucial role in organizing and executing a major fundraising event. This position is unpaid. If you fit the requirements below, please e-mail to us a cover letter and résumé.
Job duties:
- Develop and maintain a system for tracking team tasks, deadlines and progress on event planning logistics.
- Solicit donations from local businesses for in-kind contributions.
- Gather and evaluate bids from local vendors.
- Work in a team to brainstorm, plan and problem-solve.
- Assist in drafting and distributing publicity material.
- Assist with publicizing the event through local media and community calendars.
Requirements:
- High school diploma preferred (current high school students with excellent references will be considered).
- Enthusiastic, reliable and able to commit 10 to 15 hours per week in office. Commitment to wildlife conservation and promotion of animal welfare.
- Must be personable and outgoing, comfortable establishing relationships with vendors and asking for donations.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong oral communication skills.
- Strong writing ability.
- Self-starter with good problem-solving skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, able to juggle myriad tasks and meet deadlines.
- Event planning experience a plus (but not required).
Born Free USA has no other openings at this time.
Employment Opportunities at The Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary
Born Free USA is a national non-profit animal advocacy organization, working to end animal cruelty and exploitation through legislation, litigation, public education, and direct care. Born Free USA provides "hands-on" care for animals at the Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary located in Dilley, Texas, where more than 500 primates, many rescued from abusive situations in laboratories, roadside zoos, and private possession, live in as natural an environment as possible with minimal human interference.
The Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary has no openings at this time.
