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Function of Position VOICES for Alabama’s Children, a leading statewide non-profit child advocacy organization, seeks an energetic and passionate individual responsible for providing leadership around all aspects of VOICES for Alabama’s Children’s fundraising and related external communications. The candidate must develop and lead implementation of the organization’s fund development plan. The candidate must also manage and lead efforts to support and advance the mission of VOICES through donor solicitation and stewardship, fundraising activities including special events, grant writing and grant management, and funder relationships. The desired candidate will be one who thrives in a high energy and fast-paced environment. Classification This is a full-time exempt position. Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities  Develop, update and lead the implementation of VOICES’ strategic fund development plan in alignment with the organization’s strategic plan;  Track and communicate outcomes of the fund development plan;  Promote VOICES to potential funders and the wider community;  Provide direction and work collaboratively with staff and board members on a coordinated donor stewardship strategy that builds and enhances relationships with established and prospective donors in order to maximize funding;  Provide direction and work collaboratively with staff and board members to recruit and develop organizational and agency membership;  Research and develop new major donors, family foundations, and local grant opportunities, and incorporate those into the development plan;  Work collaboratively with the Communications Manager to write compelling and strategic fundraising communications that align with our strategic communications plan;  Create a strategy for, and provide strong direction of VOICES’ annual giving, online giving, direct mail, management of donor information database, production of thank you notes, and other tasks related to development;  Create sponsorship levels for VOICES’ annual Child Advocacy Day and Kids Count Rally and obtain sponsors to cover expenses associated with event;  Work with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop new fundraising events across the state;  Actively use development databases and systems to drive efficient and responsible donor relations, as well as track solicitations and donations received;  Provide direction to and support for grant development and grant stewardship;  Responsible for oversight of the overall grant calendar, grant application and reporting deadlines and tracking of all grant deliverables;  Supervise, guide and develop appropriate staff who engage in donor relations, grants, special events and related activities;  Steward existing and potential donors, keeping them informed on VOICES’s work and progress through face-to-face visits, intentional follow up and purposeful invitations to events most meaningful to the donor;  Other duties to advance the mission of VOICES as needed. Qualifications and Job Requirements  B.A. or equivalent experience and at least five years of progressively responsible experience in fund development;  Deep knowledge of fundraising vehicles and experience in implementing a variety of development strategies, with a demonstrated history of managing fundraising programs;  Experience in successfully cultivating and stewarding donors;  Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives including but not limited to: colleagues, partners, stakeholders, and supporters;  Experience in successfully preparing grant proposals and reports;  Experience engaging, coordinating and managing volunteers;  Excellent communication skills; ability to tailor messages to a variety of audiences;  Ability to travel statewide to visit prospects and donors;  Established relationships with Alabama-based foundations and corporate donors or proven ability to develop such relationships;  Flexible, innovative, energetic, and able to work as a member of a larger team;  Ability to work with colleagues in an inclusive manner that demonstrates openness to differing perspectives and experiences;  Commitment to supporting a culture of continuous improvement and organizational excellence;  Commitment to the mission and work of VOICES for Alabama’s Children. VOICES for Alabama’s Children encourages all qualified applicants to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender identity, religion or sexual orientation. Please email a copy of your cover letter, resume, sample donor solicitation letter from VOICES’ perspective and references to Shannon Thornton at sthornton@alavoices.org . Phone inquiries not accepted. For more information, please visit: https://alavoices.org/development-director/

Base Pay: Commensurate with Experience Benefits: Outstanding Benefits Package Employee Type: Full-Time Employee Industry: Non-Profit Trade Association Manages Others : No Job Type: Administrative Required Education: Two-Year Degree Preferred Required Experience: 2-3 Years Required Travel: 5% Description The Administrative Assistant provides support to program managers in delivery of programs and services to members of the Alabama Forestry Association. Responsibilities include meeting planning, data entry and management, and member communications. We are looking for an energetic self-starter that can effectively manage a wide variety of tasks and juggle competing priorities.  Requirements Minimum of 2-3 years related experience in an administrative role.  Experience working in an association environment is preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and AccessTwo-year degree preferred.Must possess good written, oral and interpersonal communications skills. Submit letter of interest and résumé to lchambers@alaforestry.org .

The Medical Association of the State of Alabama is seeking a full time person for the position of Finance Director to handle all financial matters of the association and its subsidiary organizations. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: · accounts payable and receivable · monthly financial and annual audit reporting(including consolidated financial statements) · annual audit preparation · general ledger and subsidiary ledger reconciliations · reconciliation of bank statements · payroll administration · 401(k) and Section 125 management Education Requirements and Skills · Certified Public Accountant (preferred but not required) · Various software programs including Word, Excel and Great Plains · Ability to work independently · Strong attention to detail and follow-through · Demonstrated ability to work effectively with both accounting and non-accounting personnel This position will report directly to the Executive Director of the organization. Interested parties should email their resume to: Mark Jackson Executive Director mjackson@alamedical.org