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Current Volunteer Opportunity – Funding Developer

Position: Funding Developer
Location: Downtown Edmonton, opportunity to work from home
Application Deadline: September 17, 2010

Context

Other Voices is looking for an enthusiastic volunteer with a comfort in marketing and funding, as well as strong critical-thinking skills to join our magazine production team. Other Voices is an Edmonton-based literary magazine that publishes bi-annual issues of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, art and reviews.

Position Abstract

The Funding Developer will report to and work closely with the President and Managing Editor to oversee the funding and grants-related operations of the magazine. Experience in grant writing, fundraising and events is an asset. Knowledge of writing and the magazine industry is welcomed, but not a necessity.

Working in co-operation with the OVPS executive, the new funding developer would:
-Co-ordinate and write grant applications
-Search for new grants and other sources of funding
-Develop and implement funding strategies
-Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events

Good organization skills and flexibility are key. The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to dedicate their time and will be self-motivated.
Education requirements: Some post-secondary
Hours per week: 10-15 (may telecommute or work at the office)
Will be required to attend monthly meetings.

To Apply

If you possess the necessary abilities and related experience, please send your resume and cover letter to managingeditor@othervoices.ca by September 17, 2010.

Interviews will be held in late September. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Anticipated start date: October 1, 2010