Fundraising & Auction Intern
Sahiyo is looking for an individual who wants to work with an internationally recognized organization and learn how organizations develop from the ground up. We are currently looking for individuals to commit 10 hr minimum per week for 6 months. This is a remote unpaid internship that can be done from anywhere within the U.S.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Support Development Director as needed
- Conduct funding source research
- Draft and edit grant proposals
- Solicit relationships with potential funders
- Assist with implementation of strategic development plan
- Create and implement fundraising campaigns
- Solicit and secure auction items
- Enter gifts into donor database
- Assist with event promotion
- Perform other related duties as required to support and strengthen the mission and purpose of Sahiyo
Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to represent Sahiyo in a professional manner
- Hardworking, driven, results-oriented and independent but able to keep in contact with team
- Eager to learn about the issue, with a focus on engaging with the community in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner
- Demonstrated attention to detail and good organizational skills
- Ability to engage others in conversation and solicit needed information
- Able to prioritize, organize, manage time well, and deliver to agreed upon deadlines
- Experience with fundraising, grant writing, and/or non-profit work a plus
- Proficient in Google Suite