Careers at NEIP
What Does the Team at NEIP Do?
The New England Innocence Project (NEIP) is a small non-profit organization dedicated to correcting and preventing wrongful convictions and supporting the victims of wrongful conviction throughout the six New England states. We represent people with claims of innocence and use litigation, training, public education, and policy efforts to create systemic change in the criminal legal system. We endeavor to approach our work with an anti-racist and intersectional lens, and we use consensus-based decision making where possible. We recognize that the criminal legal system and the carceral state are shaped by white supremacy and capitalism. We see our work as an opportunity to challenge and undermine the system's drive for punishment, especially in marginalized communities.
Join Our Team!
We have 2 open positions to fuel our fundraising efforts and grow our impact
A note to applicants: We will not begin reviewing materials or reaching out to applicants for next steps until after March 29, 2024, our preferred “deadline” for applications. We appreciate your interest in this work!
Development Director
**This is a Full-Time, Hybrid (Remote/Office) Position**
The Development Director is a new role within our organization. We have had a Director of Development & Communications for several years, and due to our growth, we now have the exciting opportunity to have two leadership positions, one focused primarily on communications and this new position focused primarily on resource development. The person selected for this position will play an important role in the future growth of the New England Innocence Project and its impact in our community. Working with the Executive Director, Senior Director of Communications, Development Coordinator, and other NEIP staff, the Development Director will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program.
Beyond the individual responsibilities of each staff member, all NEIP staff work together to support each other and the organization by taking on special projects as needed, and by attending and participating in NEIP-related functions and events.
Responsibilities & Duties At a Glance:
LEADERSHIP, SUPERVISION, & STRATEGY
Create/update the development plan and calendar on an annual basis in alignment with strategic and budgetary goals/priorities/needs
Articulate priorities for new prospect research in partnership with the program team
Evaluate success against the development plan with data analysis
CRM Leadership
Supervise the Development Coordinator
Collaborate and communicate with NEIP staff including the Executive Director and Senior Director of Communications
BOARD RELATIONS
Support the Board of Trustees with preparation of development materials/reports for board meetings
Be the primary point of contact and staff manager for the Development Advisory Committee, supporting their work with materials and oversight
DONOR ENGAGEMENT & STEWARDSHIP
Create/update and execute a stewardship plan on an annual basis; manage donor engagement and ensure timely, accurate, and personalized stewardship
Own a portfolio of donor relationships and help manage donor engagement through e-mail, phone, and/or in-person meetings
Lead the process of planning and creating fundraising appeals and mailing lists
Update gift acknowledgment letters on a quarterly basis
Monitor and implement practices to ensure CRM data quality including overseeing cleaning of records and database
GRANTS
Manage grants calendar
Ensure timely submission of applications and reports
Review grant applications and reports where needed
EVENTS, INCLUDING OUR SIGNATURE VOICES OF THE INNOCENT EVENT
With others, set the budget, goals, and theme for events
Create/manage event fundraising strategy and conduct post-event analysis
Manage event Host Committee
Manage sponsorships
Support and prepare fundraising asks
Manage event donor and sponsor stewardship post event
Qualifications:
The Development Director should be familiar with and guided by the principles of “community-centric fundraising” to ensure that our fundraising efforts remain aligned with our values and goals for systemic change. Specifically, it is expected that the Development Director will ensure that: 1. Our fundraising program is grounded in race, equity, and social justice; 2. All who engage in community building are equally valued, whether they are directly impacted, volunteers, donors, staff, or board members; 3. We foster a sense of belonging, not othering; 4. The work is seen as holistic and transformative, not transactional; and 5. We recognize that healing and liberation require a commitment to economic justice.
A strong, demonstrated commitment to remedying injustice on behalf of vulnerable populations in general and to NEIP's core mission
7-9 years of experience in fundraising, preferably for a small non-profit, with a proven track record of success in major gifts and familiarity with corporate and foundation giving and special events
Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills, with past supervisory experience
Experience with fundraising software and donor databases
Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences
Careful attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative setting
A self-starter who asks questions and seeks clarification when needed
Sensitivity to the lived experience of all persons
Humility and confidence: no job is too big or too small
Values giving and receiving feedback
Salary & Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience with an annual salary range from $100,000-$105,000. Benefits include paid vacation, sick, and personal days, parental leave, and holidays; individual/family health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision); and educational opportunities. NEIP also offers a defined contribution retirement plan (401k). NEIP is a flexible workplace that values each individual’s contributions toward our mission.
Our Values and Commitment:
NEIP is an equal opportunity employer and strives for diversity among its applicant pool as well as within its staff and board. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, especially racial and ethnic minorities, people who are formerly incarcerated, people within the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, and people with non-traditional experience and educational backgrounds to apply for these positions. Importantly, no matter their background, the person selected for this position must embrace, advocate for, and deeply value equity and diversity.
Application Instructions, with a preference for Applications by March 29, 2024.
To apply, please send a detailed cover letter, resume, development-related writing sample of your choosing, and the names (and contact information) of 3 references to jobs@newenglandinnocence.org with the Subject Line “Development Director”. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Please note that because of a high volume of applicants, we cannot respond to every inquiry or application.
Development Coordinator
**This is a Full-Time, Hybrid (Remote/Office) Position**
As a nonprofit, NEIP relies on fundraising to sustain and grow our impact in the community. Working with the Executive Director, Development Director, and other NEIP staff, the Development Coordinator will build and execute strong systems and processes to fuel NEIP’s mission. The Development Coordinator will play an essential role in ensuring that every donor has an excellent experience every time they interact with NEIP.
Beyond the individual responsibilities of each staff member, all NEIP staff work together to support each other and the organization by taking on special projects as needed, and by attending and participating in NEIP-related functions and events.
Responsibilities & Duties At A Glance:
DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS
Gift processing, revenue tracking, & reporting success against the development plan
CRM technical administration, including ensuring data quality
DONOR IDENTIFICATION, CULTIVATION, AND STEWARDSHIP
Individual & Recurring Giving
Execute stewardship plan on an annual basis
Regularly draft and personalize thank you letters for donors and help ensure timely donor stewardship
Conduct research on existing and prospective individual donors
Record all prospect research and donor interaction notes
Serve as support on major donor relationships as needed/appropriate
Help create and customize materials for donors
Serve as primary point of contact for all general donor inquiries and communications
Manage a portfolio of mid-level donor relationships
With the Development Director, create/write, project manage, and evaluate all annual appeals/campaigns
Follow-up with lapsed donors for reactivation
Grants
Assist with tracking grant applications and deadlines for reporting
Compile grant application attachments
Help fulfill reporting requirements
Event Fundraising
Assist with NEIP’s Annual Event, Voices of the Innocent
Prospect for new sponsors
Qualifications:
A strong, demonstrated commitment to remedying injustice on behalf of vulnerable populations in general and to NEIP's core mission
Familiar with and guided by the principles of “community-centric fundraising” to ensure that our fundraising efforts remain aligned with our values and goals for systemic change.
1-3 years of experience as a development professional (administration and operations, especially gift processing), preferably for a small non-profit
Proficiency with a CRM database, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Suite
Careful attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage and execute a project against a timeline and goals
A problem solver
Superior organizational skills with ability to analyze information and data
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative setting
A self-starter who asks questions and seeks clarification when needed
Sensitivity to the lived experience of all persons
Humility and confidence: no job is too big or too small
Values giving and receiving feedback
Salary & Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience with an annual salary range from $55,000-$65,000. Benefits include paid vacation, sick, and personal days, parental leave, and holidays; individual/family health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision); and educational opportunities. NEIP also offers a defined contribution retirement plan (401k). NEIP is a flexible workplace that values each individual’s contributions toward our mission.
Our Values and Commitment:
NEIP is an equal opportunity employer and strives for diversity among its applicant pool as well as within its staff and board. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, especially racial and ethnic minorities, people who are formerly incarcerated, people within the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, and people with non-traditional experience and educational backgrounds to apply for these positions. Importantly, no matter their background, the person selected for this position must embrace, advocate for, and deeply value equity and diversity.
Application Instructions, with a preference for Applications by March 29, 2024.
To apply, please send a detailed cover letter, resume, and the names (and contact information) for 3 references to jobs@newenglandinnocence.org with the Subject Line “Development Coordinator”. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Please note that because of a high volume of applicants, we cannot respond to every inquiry or application.