Business Development Officer (Select Customer),Sr. jobs in Rhode Island

Location: Providence, RI or Remote

About Capital Good Fund:

Capital Good Fund (“Good Fund”) is a nonprofit, U.S. Treasury-certified Community Development Financial Institution headquartered in Providence, RI. Founded in 2009, our mission is to create pathways out of poverty and advance a green economy through inclusive financial services. Good Fund employees are committed to using financial services to transform the lives of those we serve.

Job Description/Responsibilities:

This position is an opportunity to help a growing non-profit build strong, sustainable, and diverse sources of philanthropic funding as we expand to new markets and deepen our presenting within existing ones. The Development Officer (DO) will work with the Grants & Investments Associate to research, organize, report, and follow up on grants, individual donor appeals, and other fundraising activities. In addition, the DO will report to and support our CEO as he identifies funding sources and strategizes the best uses of grant capital.

In this role, the DO will:

• Research new grant opportunities in our existing ten-state footprint as well as in states to which we plan to expand

• Conduct initial outreach to possible grantors

• Manage the fundraising schedule, ensuring that letters of inquiry, grants, and grant reports are submitted on time

• Prepare background information on high net-worth donor and funder prospects in advance of meetings

• Draft and submit grant proposals

• Process incoming donations and grants

• Prepare acknowledgement and follow-up materials for donors

• Manage grant reporting, including use of funds and outcome data

About You:
We are looking for exceptional people. Capital Good Fund employees are passionate, motivated, and committed to using financial services to transform the lives of people living in poverty.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and research abilities

• Possess strong writing skills

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and present information in a clear and professional way

• Be able to work well independently

• Be detail-oriented

• Be comfortable making cold calls

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Experience with grant-writing, researching prospective donors, and conducting outreach

• Experience managing an intern or other team member

• Other fundraising experience

Training and Compensation:
The DO will receive extensive training on all of Capital Good Fund’s products, services, policies, procedures, and technology.

This is a full time forty hour-per-week position. The DO will earn an annual salary of $41K to $50K commensurate with experience.

In addition, the DO will receive a competitive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with an employer match of 3% of gross earnings with a minimum contribution of 1%, medical insurance with a $500/month employer subsidy, dental insurance fully covered by employer for routine dental care, 5 paid personal days per benefit year, 15 vacation days in the first year on staff, and the opportunity to apply for personal loans of up to $2,000 at 0% interest. Company perks include flexible scheduling and 14 paid holidays!

How to Apply:

Please send a one-page cover letter and accompanying résumé to jobs@capitalgoodfund.org.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon completion of a background check.

Capital Good Fund is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Good Fund welcomes every protected characteristic including: race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All are encouraged to apply.