Philanthropy Associate

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ABOUT US:

CMT Services, Inc. is a dynamic and growing small business supporting Federal, State, and Local government agencies. As a SBA-certified HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), we deliver quality, professional services to support the missions and strategic business goals of our clients. Leaning on our core values of Integrity & Commitment, CMT’s mission is to continue delivering the highest quality services to our customers by applying best practices from our team of Industry experts ensuring not only our customers success, but the establishment of CMT Services as their Reliable Partner of Choice. 

Job Title: Philanthropy Associate (Temporary)

CMT Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced and strategic Philanthropy Associate to join our development team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the cultivation and stewardship of corporate, foundation, and individual philanthropists through the creation of strategic communications. This part-time position requires a commitment of 15 hours per week and offers flexibility, with the possibility of renewal. The candidate will report to the Director of Donor Relations and collaborate with the Corporate and Foundation Relations Director and other professionals within the Montgomery College Foundation. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. Minimum of 2 years of experience drafting development reports to funders, strategic campaign documents and/or other relevant communications.

Client: Montgomery College (you will be an employee of CMT Services, Inc. working on a contract assignment)

Work Hours: 16 - 20 Hours/week

Duration: 15 hours per week for 16 weeks (Expected end is June 2024 – could be extended)

Responsibilities:

1.  Grant and Proposal Writing:
   - Research, draft, write, and edit grant proposals and funding requests.
   - Prepare follow-up reports for completed projects.
2. Donor Communications:
   - Review and contribute to annual appeals, articles for Foundation Focus, and other donor communications.
   - Collaborate with the team to enhance the impact of donor outreach.
   
3. Strategic Thinking:
   - Demonstrate strategic and creative thinking, linking the Foundation’s mission, goals, and objectives to funders’ interests and priorities.
4. Location and Hours
   - Work in Montgomery College’s Central Services building in Rockville, MD.

        - 16 - 20 hours/week between 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Teleworking is possible)

Key Skills:

1. Excellent research, writing, and editing skills.
2. Strong strategic thinking and creative problem-solving abilities.
3. Ability to align organizational goals with funders' interests.
4. Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team.
5. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Additional Details:

- This is a casual temporary position.
- Flexible schedule of up to 20 hours per week.
- The position is renewable based on performance and organizational needs.