BACKGROUND

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

 

SCOPE OF WORK

The Development Intern will support the International Rescue Committee's (IRC) development programming in the Silver Spring office by assisting with donor prospecting, research, data collection and grant management activities.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Research potential major donor prospects and assist with donor outreach and cultivation.

· Provide data collection and research, including tracking all forms of funding sources.

· Update prospecting and proposal management trackers

· Develop a list of potential donors to be prospected for six months to come

· Perform an audit on folders and templates ensuring a smooth back end of Development Records

· Assist in the organization and drafting of grant proposals

· Assist with administrative tasks of proposal development

· Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard

· Other duties as assigned

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

· Gain proficiency in research and writing

· Develop skills in donor prospecting and outreach

· Learn about managing the grant life cycle

· Expand understanding of nonprofit development strategies