Posted on October 29, 2009

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Development Associate

Harlem Children's Zone, Inc (HCZ) is a multi-site, multi-program community organization that works to enhance the quality of life for children and families in some of New York City's most devastated neighborhoods. Harlem Children's Zone's 21 centers serve more than 17,000 children and adults every year, including over 10,000 at-risk children. The emphasis of HCZ's work is not just on education, social service and recreation, but on rebuilding the very fabric of community life. HCZ is primarily known for early and progressive intervention and has been called "one of the most ambitious social-policy experiments of our time" by the New York Times (2004).

HCZ is seeking an experienced and committed Development Associate to join the agency's Development Department.

Essential Functions

• Develop and write grant proposals, re-submissions, program updates, and reports for government, foundation, and corporate funders.
• Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures; collaborates in defining and implementing project funding strategies.
• Provide assistance in resolving issues and conflicts with funding agencies.
• Prepare contract-related documents, i.e. budgets, outcomes, goals, and objectives.
• Conduct research—i.e. prospects and other opportunities for new funding.
• Serve as a resource to the HCZ on state and federal funding programs; provide information, research, analysis, written reports and recommendations as needed.
• Coordinate and plan funding program activities, including the prioritization, planning and scheduling of activities to guide program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Minimum Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

• BA and a minimum of two years experience
• Proven success in writing public and private grant proposals.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and deadlines is imperative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the development team.
• Proven ability to work with a diverse staff.
• Familiar with issues prevalent in underserved communities of color.

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to hr@hcz.org. Be sure to include "Development Associate" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.

E-mail: hr@hcz.org

Find out more by visiting the organization's web site»

Job Type: Development/Fundraising
Organization Type: Nonprofit Organizations