SPECIAL OLYMPICS INTERNATIONAL — DONOR SERVICES SPECIALIST, WASHINGTON, DC, POSTED 3.2.10
Special Olympics, a national, chapter-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities worldwide, has an opening for a Donor Services Specialist.  Primary responsibilities include gift receipting, tribute acknowledgements, and handling of donor service inquiries via phone, email, and mail.  Will be a primary interface with U.S. chapter offices and a key member of the Donor Development team, with some administrative responsibilities.  Will have responsibility for ad hoc and routine projects to maintain and improve the organization’s donor tracking and response.  This position requires superior donor/customer service skills and experience.  Must have experience working with relational databases, preferably Team Approach; knowledge of Sphere (Kintera) is a plus.  Must be comfortable working independently with excellent time management skills and ability to make judgment calls.  Nonprofit experience preferred.  To apply, please send resume and salary requirements to jobs@specialolympics.org, subject line: Donor Services Specialist.

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA — VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONS, ALEXANDRIA, VA, POSTED 2.23.10
Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.  We are seeking an executive level communications professional to lead the development of effective message strategies that substantially expand the brand awareness and name recognition of Volunteers of America.  This position will be responsible for public relations, including creating programs, publications and online strategies to promote and increase donor support of services.  Directing crisis communications is a key component of the position.  Proactive media outreach to place articles, letters, profiles and interviews is expected.  Experience developing video, podcasts and PSAs is necessary.  The position will report to the Executive Vice President of External Affairs.  The candidate should have experience working in a fundraising environment with a focus on social media.  Graduate level degree is desirable or comparable experience.  Travel required.  Please apply online at: http://www.voa.org/Careers/National_Office_Careers.aspx 

Commercial Positions Supporting the Nonprofit Community

NEW!  A.B. DATA, LTD. — ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, MILWAUKEE, WI, POSTED 3.9.10
A.B. Data, Ltd., a premier full-service direct marketing company, seeks an Account Executive in its Milwaukee office.  Account Executives work closely with in-house staff and client contacts to develop detailed fundraising plans for their clients and to ensure their efficient and cost effective implementation.  Responsibilities include working with clients to develop annual goals, including acquisition investment levels, member retention levels, program budgets, and monitoring the progress of the program to ensure goals are met.  Candidate will have a bachelor's degree, minimum of three years experience in fundraising, direct mail or marketing, demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills and be proficient in Excel and Word.  A.B. Data offers a stimulating work environment, advancement opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefit package.  Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to humanresources@abdata.com. A.B. Data is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NEW!  A.B. DATA, LTD. — ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, WASHINGTON, DC, POSTED 3.9.10
A.B. Data, Ltd., a premier full-service direct marketing company, seeks an Account Executive in its Washington, DC office.  Account Executives work closely with in-house staff and client contacts to develop detailed fundraising plans for their clients and to ensure their efficient and cost effective implementation.  Responsibilities include working with clients to develop annual goals, including acquisition investment levels, member retention levels, program budgets, and monitoring the progress of the program to ensure goals are met.  Candidate will have a bachelor's degree, minimum of five years experience in fundraising, direct mail or marketing, demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills and be proficient in Excel and Word.  A.B. Data offers a stimulating work environment, advancement opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefit package.  Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to humanresources@abdata.com. A.B. Data is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NEW!  SCA DIRECT — SENIOR MARKETING ANALYST, ANALYTIC SERVICES, FAIRFAX, VA, POSTED 3.9.10
SCA Direct, an industry leader in direct response and multi channel fundraising located in Fairfax, Virginia with staff positioned nationally, is seeking a Senior Marketing Analyst to join the Analytic Services team.   The Senior Marketing Analyst will be responsible for providing program reporting and analysis as it relates to donor file trends and performance including size, value, retention, migration, offer responsiveness and the like across multi-track, multi channel marketing programs.  This position will be responsible for developing strategic recommendations to improve donor metrics including advanced segmentation approaches, corresponding test plans and performance analysis, ultimately optimizing donor response, value and overall program return-on-investment.  The ideal candidate should have 10+ years experience in database marketing preferably as it relates to non profit organizations including the application of donor and transaction-based data to the development of actionable and winning marketing strategies. A solid understanding of data storage and file structures, use of summary and transaction data, source code structures, file transfers and processing routines as well as the ability to quickly learn various reporting tools is essential.   Excellent problem solving, communication and presentation skills are required, proficiency in Excel and the entire Microsoft Office Suite is critical.  Please send your resume to hr@scadirect.com or directly to SCA Direct, 11200 Waples Mill Road, Suite 150, Fairfax, VA 22030.

NEW!  RUSS REID — ACCOUNT DIRECTOR, PASADENA, CA, POSTED 3.9.10
Russ Reid, the nation’s leading full service direct response agency serving nonprofits for over 40 years, seeks experienced, enthusiastic Account Director. Must be an expert in Direct Mail, with experience in continuity marketing and staff management. College deg. w/min. 7 yrs. experience in client service. The AD serves as strategic partner to the client, managing strategy development, synthesizing account strategy into a working plan; creating and managing account budget; and nurturing the client while ensuring account profitability and growth.  Attn. to detail, strong organizational/analytical skills, relational, and effective written/oral communication skills a must. Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Please respect our recruitment process by applying only to bestworkplace@yahoo.com and using “Account Director” as the subject of your email. Please do not email other names on our website. No recruiters please.

RUSS REID — ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, PASADENA, CA, POSTED 3.2.10
Russ Reid, the nation’s leading full service direct response agency serving nonprofits for over 40 years, seeks experienced Account Executive. Will be responsible for daily supervision of account activity, strategic development, and implementation of programs within budgetary guidelines. Must be willing to learn and master entry-level production work first. Ideal candidate will have strong analytical, relational, and communication skills, and will excel in both individual and team work environments. Must be skilled in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS applications. Ability to multi-task, be detail-oriented and organized, and to work in fast-paced environment essential. Direct response experience preferred. College degree required. Please respect our recruitment process by applying only to bestworkplace@yahoo.com and using “Account Executive” as the subject of your email. Please do not email other names on our website. No recruiters please.

AMERGENT — ONLINE FUNDRAISING SPECIALIST, PEABODY, MA, POSTED 3.2.10
The Online Fundraising Specialist implements and manages a variety of online marketing, advocacy and fundraising efforts with a particular focus on email marketing, paid search campaigns, social network content, engagement and fundraising development. The successful candidate will have experience using web-design software, graphics software and basic coding including HTML and a background in communications. A minimum of 2 years experience in one of the following areas: online fundraising or advocacy and internet marketing. Technical proficiency is required, including experience with e-CRM solutions such as Convio, Blackbaud/Kintera, and Democracy in Action. Knowledge of HTML, Photoshop, Dreamweaver and knowledge of CMS and web editing software is also needed. For a complete job description visit http://www.amergent.com/.  Interested candidates please forward resume, along with salary requirement, to jobs@amergent.com

PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS — CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER, TYSON’S CORNER, VA, POSTED 2.23.10
Client Services Manager: Production Solutions, an expert in direct mail production management, in Tyson’s Corner Virginia seeks a Client Services Manager.  CSM will be responsible for “owning” the principal relationship with clients while nurturing and retaining satisfied assigned client base.  CSM will liaison with the production team to ensure all client quality and delivery requirements are met. CSM is expected to develop strong relationships with key client decision makers in order to truly understand the clients’ business and identify current and future needs. Minimum of two years experience in the direct mail industry in customer relationship management or account management.  For more information about this position please visit our website http://www.productionsolutions.com/ and view jobs.  Send resume with salary history to: clientservices@tpo-inc.com 

LIST SERVICES FUNDRAISING — SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, LOCATION OPEN, POSTED 2.16.10
List Services Fundraising is committed to improving our clients’ success in acquiring new donors.  We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to serve as the main client contact for several existing accounts and to maintain and deepen these client relationships.  Responsibilities include client management, creation of list plans, budgeting, strategic planning, and list marketing.  Applicants must be able to manage multiple competing priorities with minimal supervision and should have strong analytical skills.  Minimum 7-10 years fundraising or agency experience is required and prior list brokerage and/or list management experience is preferred.   Work location is flexible.  We are simply seeking the best talent in the business.  All inquiries will be kept confidential.  Submit resume & salary requirements to jobs@listservices.com

LIST SERVICES FUNDRAISING — ACCOUNT MANAGER, ANNAPOLIS, MD OR NAPLES, FL, POSTED 2.16.10
List Services Fundraising is committed to improving our clients’ success in acquiring new donors.  We are seeking a motivated individual who wants direct client interaction and is willing and capable to be a vital part of a fast-paced team environment.  Applicants must be able to continuously manage multiple competing priorities with minimal supervision and should have strong analytical and workflow prioritization skills.  Minimum 3 years in list brokerage/management; commercial or nonprofits.  Work location is either Annapolis, Maryland or Naples, Florida.  We are committed to being the best acquisition/list solution for nonprofits, committed to our employees’ professional growth and success, and committed to cultivating the best talent in our business.  All inquiries will be kept confidential.  Submit resume & salary requirements to jobs@listservices.com

NEXUS DIRECT — GRAPHIC DESIGNER, WASHINGTON, DC, POSTED 2.16.10
Nexus Direct, a leading direct marketing agency recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of America’s 5000 fastest growing private companies, is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to complement our creative team.  We are looking for a self-starter who is strategic, creative, resourceful and skilled at conceptualizing, designing and executing for both print and online projects. Comfortable performing under tight timelines is a must.  Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience and a BFA in Graphic Arts or equivalent. Candidates must be proficient working in OSX and have proven skills using InDesign CS3, Photoshop CS3, Illustrator CS3, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Quark 6, and font management programs with Flash and/or Dreamweaver skills a plus. Experience in the design of direct marketing materials is preferred.  Located in Virginia Beach and Washington, DC, Nexus Direct offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package with significant growth opportunities. Send resume, portfolio samples, and compensation history to employmentcs@nexusdirect.com

Job Seekers 

JOB SEEKERS — POST YOUR RESUMES!
During these tough economic times there are many highly qualified individuals that are actively seeking new positions, and we want to help. If you (or someone you know) recently left your organization, we would be happy to run a “position sought” ad for you as follows: if you have been at a DMA Nonprofit Federation member organization, we will run your ad at no charge for 2 weeks, otherwise, you may run your ad for $50 per weekly insertion. The ad is limited to 50 words and a link to your resume, and the number of ads available in Careers is limited. To place an ad, please email Alicia Osgood at the Nonprofit Federation.