Posted on July 27, 2012

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Development Intern

Dissent Magazine/Foundation for the Study of Independent Social Ideas seeks a creative, passionate fundraising intern to help increase the capacity of our quarterly magazine, which is one of the most exciting and provocative journals of the left.

The Development Intern will work with the Co-Editors, a small Development Committee, and the Executive Editor to develop a comprehensive development plan that builds support from family foundations, major donors, and a broad individual donor base.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Development Committee to plan a 60th Anniversary Celebration in Fall 2013;
• Research current and potential major donors and deadlines for proposals to foundations;
• Use eTapestry to track donors and increase information in database;
• Help develop plan to build broad-based individual donor support network.

Qualifications:

• Experience in the field of development;
• Commitment to the mission of the magazine;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills;
• Familiarity with donor databases and tracking systems;
• Ability to work with small staff and willingness to work within a small nonprofit organization;
• Familiarity with digital and social-media-based fundraising strategies.

Stipend: $20,000 for 10-15 hours of work per week from September 2012 through October 2013. Candidate must be able to work in New York City.

Dissent is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply: Please send cover letter, resume, and times of availability to: