About

Madison Reading Project is a small, but expanding, non-profit which serves the city of Madison and surrounding Dane County. Our mission is to connect our community with free books and high-quality literacy resources that ignite a love for reading and affirm and reflect the diversity of young readers. 

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Our organization works to reach every young person in Madison, especially those who have less access to high-quality, diverse books, and we do so through various programs and services that engage children and educators in our community. Learn more about our organization at www.madisonreadingproject.com.

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We are currently hiring for a

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Donor Engagement Specialist

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We are looking for a collaborative, adaptable, and communicative individual to join our team as a Donor Engagement Specialist. This position would allow an energetic individual to play an integral role at Madison Reading Project by building relationships with current and prospective supporters of the MRP mission.  
 

What you will love about working us:

• Collaborating with a dedicated, energetic, and supportive team 

• Flexible schedule and ability to take time off for personal, family, or vacation needs

• Ability to work on a variety of different projects and have input on the growth and direction of the organization

• Opportunities to learn and develop new skills and work on tasks that you are most energized about

• The workspace and culture of being surrounded by books and experiencing the joy that we get to bring to kids and educators when they pick out their books

• A workplace that values your mental and physical health and well-being 

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What your responsibilities will be:

• Connect with the organization's supporters to cultivate and develop new relationships with individuals, groups, and businesses

• With the MRP team and board of directors, develop and implement the organization’s donor stewardship and acknowledgement plan that inspires ongoing donor support 

• Provide administrative support to the organization’s development processes including oversight of our donor database and volunteer management software and identifying areas for improvement and growth

• Communicate with and coordinate volunteers for fundraising and awareness events and provide support to individuals assisting onsite or in the community 

• Provide customer service and support to supporters of the organization through consistent communication, and quick response to inquiries both in-person at events and through digital communication. 

• Assist in creating and sharing information with the public and current supporters through monthly newsletters, targeted campaigns, and social media 

• Other duties as assigned

 

What we are looking for:

• Experience in non-profit/business development, outreach, or marketing

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing 

• Experience building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders

• Knowledge of and commitment to understanding the diverse needs of our community  

• Flexible schedule (availability on some nights and weekends)

• Experience using Google Workspace & CRM software

• Must pass a background check and driver's license verification

• Must show a demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusivity, in the workplace and the community 

• Strong commitment to the mission of Madison Reading Project.

• Comfort working with children and families in community spaces.

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Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in a combination of environments ranging from a standard office environment to community sites.

• This will require walking, bending, climbing stairs getting in and out of the MRP van, etc.

• Must be able to drive a vehicle safely in the community.

• Must be able to safely use computer equipment for extended periods of time.

• Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard or other office equipment.

• Requires visual acuity to read and write words and numbers.

• Requires speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person, publicly, or over the phone. 

• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted on an occasional basis but at those times the lifting could be repetitive.

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, crouch, crawl, sit, twist, turn.

• The noise level varies from quiet to loud.

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If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to info@madisonreadingproject.com