About the Role
Position overview
We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented professional to serve as an active and collaborative member of the board to serve as a fundraising director. The fundraising director will oversee activities which can include fundraising and awareness.
Looking for board member who is
• Are passionate working with refugees and immigrants
• Leader in their field and connected to large personal and professional network of philanthropically minded people
• Enjoy outreach, relationship management, development, fundraising and communication
• Have strength or interest in event planning and execution, social media, influencer and foundation outreach and corporate partnership
• Able to serve on one or more committee of the board
• Help develop and implement strategies for our programs and operation
• Understanding the local, state, and federal law govern non-profit organization
Requirements
At least 3 years of professional experience and or community leadership
Able to attend bi-weekly meeting
Previous experience with event planning, grant writing, working with foundation, able to initiate fundraising ideas and able to collaborate with the board all board members
Expending the donor base in your local market and meeting/exceeding a personal give/get goal
Attending and contributing to every board meeting/calls.
Someone who can serve for 2 or more years
Experienced working with people from diverse cultural and economic background
Computer and digital skills
Willing to work on voluntary basis
This position will report to the CEO
About the organization
Our Mission
To create a safe and connected global community for refugees and immigrants where their artistic talent is recognized as a tool for social, economic, and cultural development.
Our Vision
At Wide World for Refugee, we envision a world where refugees and immigrants are valued members of society, where their unique cultural backgrounds and artistic talents are celebrated and utilized to enrich the lives of all people.
Equal Employment Opportunities
Wide World for Refugee is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and participation all individuals for employment consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws
Wide world for refugee encourages and welcomes diversity. We are an equal opportunity organization. All candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation