Development Intern

INTERN – EVENT PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Department: Development

JOB SUMMARY

The “Intern - Event Planning & Development” will provide direct assistance to the Director of Event Planning staff member on the Development team. They will provide assistance and complete miscellaneous planning and hands-on tasks related to fundraising events essential to developing, expanding, and stewarding philanthropic support for One More Child.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Assist with planning and supporting donor engagement events, such as grand opening/ribbon cutting celebrations, ground breaking, donor receptions, President’s dinners, and key fundraising centric events.
• Support event preparation, on-site execution, and post-event follow-up tasks.
• Help coordinate event logistics such as scheduling vendors, ordering supplies and materials, and communicating key details to staff.
• Track rsvps, attendance details, sponsorships, and event information for the Development team staff.
• Collaborate with staff across multiple departments to support effective fundraising and communication efforts.
• Assist with recruiting, coordinating, and supporting volunteers during the preparation and execution of events.
• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, event planning, and donor engagement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A

 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled and Actively Taking College Courses Towards Obtaining a Degree in an Event Planning, Event Management, Event Leadership, Tourism, Hospitality or related degree program.
• Non-profit event and/or fundraising experience, or at least 2 years of professional work experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates or Bachelors Degree (or nearing completion of) in an Event Planning, Event Management, Event Leadership, Tourism, Hospitality or related program.
• 2-3 years of event planning and/or event management experience (or other related professional work experience).
• Non-profit event and/or fundraising experience.

COMPETENCIES

• Present oneself, both at and outside of work, in a manner keeping with One More Child’s Core Values of Humble, Hungry, Wise, and Called.
• Microsoft Suite programs experience.
• Asana experience preferred.
• Ability to build effective professional working relationships internally and externally.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written; attention to detail, and ability to multi–task and stay organized under tight deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems, come up with creative solutions, and implement them.
• Adaptability for fast paced environments that require thinking on your feet.

SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS

• It is the mission of One More Child to provide Christ-centered services to vulnerable children and struggling families. As stated in the Second Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation, One More Child provides these services in a Christian context consistent with The Baptist Faith and Message (2000). Employees of One More Child commit to live in a manner that is not contrary to this foundational statement of faith.
• Have had a personal conversion experience with Jesus Christ and been scripturally baptized.
• Possess a sense of commitment to ministry through vocation.
• Hold a sincere desire to seek God and His kingdom.
• Demonstrate personal and devotional habits and practices such as Bible study, prayer, and daily meditation.
• Be a member of a New Testament, evangelical church in the local community and attend regularly.
• Engage in witness activities as a normal part of life.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and One More Child may add additional job-related physical demands to these if the need arises. Corrective devices may be used to meet these physical requirements.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to operate a forklift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. 

This job requires the ability to work in stressful conditions from time to time and remain focused for extended periods of time. The ability to lift up to 30 pounds (boxes, documents, and/or equipment) may be required on occasion.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment describes the conditions that an employee may encounter when performing their job duties, including but not limited to, the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties.

Job functions are performed primarily in a normal office or indoor environment but may include events in an outdoor setting.
 

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the requirements of this position, but to describe the general nature of the job and provide a reasonable representation of its activities. Additional related work may be identified and assigned by the organization and included as an area of responsibility while assessing performance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

One More Child is committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of One More Child to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on statuses protected under federal, state, or local laws which are applicable to the organization. As a religious organization, One More Child provides services in a Christian context consistent with The Baptist Faith and Message (2000). Employees of One More Child commit to live in a manner that is not contrary to this foundational statement of faith.

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