Careers

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community? Do you believe in the power of philanthropy to create lasting change? If you answered yes, we want to hear from you!

Join a Mission That Makes a Difference!

The Community Foundation of Chippewa County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering our community members to create positive change in Chippewa County. Since 2001, we've been supporting local initiatives and helping donors build their philanthropic goals. We're looking for a dedicated, creative and highly organized individual to join our team as our full-time (32 - 35 hours/week) Programs and Community Engagement Associate.

In this dynamic role, you will provide essential support and customer service for the Foundation's competitive and donor-directed grantmaking programs. You will also work to enhance our communications strategies and messaging related to the impact of our grants. Additionally, this position will coordinate the Foundation's annual events and socials

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Apply Today

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you can contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply today!

How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to: search@yourlegacyforever.org. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can help make Chippewa County an even better place to live, work, and give.

Job Description

Competencies

  • Passion for Community & Philanthropy: A deep commitment to improving the lives of others and strengthening the community within a professional nonprofit environment.
  • Communication Excellence: Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
  • Organization & Multi-tasking: Expertise in event management, organization, and task prioritization in a professional setting. Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and the ability to learn and use the Foundation's grant and donor management software.
  • Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, problem-solving approach. Known for integrity and trustworthiness.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, but we will consider candidates with an associate-level degree.
  • Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience in event management, and community relationship-building are a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Simple IRA
  • Summer Hours: Flexible schedule during summer months

Equal Employment Opportunity: It shall be the policy of the Community Foundation of Chippewa County to extend equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons in all occupations without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, pregnancy, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. This policy will prevail throughout every aspect of the employment relationship including recruitment, selection, placement, training, compensation, promotion, layoff and termination.

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