Development Assistant

Development AssistantHeartbeet Lifesharing is a licensed non-profit therapeutic community residence for individuals with developmental disabilities located in Hardwick, Vermont. In addition, Heartbeet is also a vibrant Camphill community that interweaves the social and agricultural realms and is fully dedicated to the healing and renewing of our society and the earth. Community members live and work together, in beautiful extended family households, forming a mutually supportive environment that enables each individual to discover and develop their unique abilities and potential. Come see what puts the HEART in Heartbeet today!Heartbeet is looking for a Development Assistant to support the Executive Director and the Heartbeet Development Office. You will help manage and maintain Heartbeet's social media and website with new and exciting content, attend fundraising events to connect with potential donors, and create promotional content to help us grow our visibility to the wider Vermont community. We are looking for someone who is driven, creative, and interested in learning more about the world of development for a growing non-profit. No prior experience needed!Roles and ResponsibilitiesManaging social media posts and responding to all social media messages and inquiriesUpdating the Heartbeet website with new content, pictures, and videosMaintaining the Google Drive photo foldersSupporting the design of the bi-annual Heartbeet NewsletterDesigning other promotional materials for the organizationAttending fundraising events with the Executive DirectorJoining other internal and external Heartbeet events to take photos and videosCreating and managing annual calendar of events for the Heartbeet Community CenterOther duties as neededKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesCreative problem-solving skillsEnergetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactiveStrong written, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex informationClear organizational/time-management skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks at a timePrevious experience with Canva graphic design tool a plusCommitment to the human rights of people with disabilities and the organizational missionDemonstrated ability to work well with diverse populationsNon-profit experience often preferredQualificationsValid U.S. Driver's LicenseI-9 Employment Eligibility VerificationMust pass required Background Checks for positionPlease include a Resume and Cover Letter with your application.Reports To:Executive DirectorHR & Admissions ManagerHours / Job TypePart-Time: 10-15 Hours/WeekJob Location: In Office (possibility for some remote work)Compensation: $18-$20/HourHeartbeet Lifesharing actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates and welcomes people from all racial and ethnic backgrounds, abilities, gender identities, religions, ages, and sexual orientations to apply; as an EOE/AA employer, Heartbeet Lifesharing will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, veteran or disability status or any other factor prohibited by law.