Associate

About J.C. Geever, Inc.

J.C. Geever, Inc. provides strategy, implementation and training services to help not-for-profit organizations build successful and sustaining fund raising programs. The firm maintains a commitment to providing professional fund raising and management expertise that empowers each and every client to fulfill its mission and to realize its full potential. We work with a diverse client base which includes large national nonprofits and small, grassroots start-ups alike.

 

Our services are tailored to address the specific needs of the client and are driven by the highest standards of quality and integrity. They include development planning, feasibility studies, management of capital campaigns, management of grant seeking programs, strategy and counsel on major gift development, training and coaching for staff and volunteers. The firm is headed by Jane C. Geever, Chairman and author of The Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing and John Hicks, President and CEO.

 

We currently seek an energetic, motivated self-starter to work with our dynamic, experienced team of consultants.

 

ResponsibilitiesWriting and editing grant proposals and applications Writing and editing reports Researching corporate and foundation funding sources Researching clients and similar nonprofits Planning long term and monthly project work plans Preparing for meetings and site visits Communicating with clients by phone, email, and in-person Communicating with clients’ prospective funders by phone and email Working as part of small project teams

 

QualificationsBachelors degree and demonstrated level of high academic performanceDemonstrated interest in the nonprofit world Experience with project organization and planning Research experience Experience in a fast-paced environment with deadlinesExceptionally strong writing and editing skills Oral business communication skills Ability to complete multiple projects simultaneously Excellent interpersonal skills Attention to detail Ability to work both independently and as part of small project teams Strong organizational skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

 

To Apply: Interested candidates should forward resume and cover letter to personnel@jcgeever.com