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address:                                   0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

phone:                                      xxx-xxx-xxxx

 

vacancy posting:                      job posting #

position:                                   title, gs#

 

 

 

core competencies

 

event planning & coordination; strategic planning; office administration; organization; research; collaborative teamwork; presentations; communications; consultations; interpersonal relations; workflow coordination; prioritization; time management; data generation; information gathering; project management; briefings; policy/regulatory compliance; operations; administration; budget compliance; computer operations/software applications; database management

 

 

professional experience

 

oakland family services, 114 orchard la ke rd., pontiac, mi; xx/1995-xx/2008

supervisors:  may contact - michael s. earl, president/ceo & kathleen lynd, vp; 248.858.7766

hours:  37.5 per week

salary: 49,000/yr

 

donor relations manager (xx/2007-xx/2008)
contributed dynamic leadership skills toward managing and coordinating all aspects of special events and volunteer projects, with strong focus on optimizing productivity, efficiency and quality.  exhibited solid written communication skills and strong attention to detail in overseeing annual report, newsletter, and annual appeal.  played instrumental role in delivering superior servicing by proficiently maintaining a quality donor database, integral to building and establishing key relationships.

 

planned, coordinated, and supervised the largest annual special event resulting in over $200,000 in fundraising dollars.  applied strong leadership and strategic planning skills toward effectively coordinating and overseeing event volunteers vital to achieving fundraising objectives.  built critical community relationships by actively serving as agency liaison to the advisory board, while also serving as committee member and volunteer on various nonprofit organizations.

 

prioritized, organized, and drove projects to ensure on-time, budget-compliant completion while maintaining high quality standards.  successfully built top-performing 250-member volunteer team vital to supporting enterprise-wide initiatives by recruiting and effectively training and managing volunteers.  developed and implemented the back-to-school project to provide school supplies for 500 children in need.  organized the foster care holiday party, bringing together foster care families for an afternoon of fun and arranging specially matched gifts to children from santa.  coordinated all aspects of the thanksgiving basket program to provide thanksgiving dinners to 100 families in need.

 

 

 

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donor database manager/friends liaison (xx/2003-xx/2007)
maximized resources through donor relations management and volunteer programs.  personally commended by ceo for initiative and exceptional ability to manage donor relations.  played vital role in sustaining and growing volunteer and donor database by building and establishing strong relationships, and consistently following through on all project commitments.  demonstrated advanced communication skills toward serving as agency liaison to an advisory board.  generated approximately $170,000 in gifts by managing the agency annual report, newsletter, and the annual appeal.

 

donor database manager/development coordinator (xx/1998-xx/2003)
in recognition of dynamic performance, promoted to steer operations, including coordinating and overseeing over 200 volunteers.  exhibited solid management and prioritizing abilities in updating and maintaining database, as well as supporting the development department.  conducted comprehensive research and analysis to identify and recommend database conversion to optimize productivity and efficiency.  created coding for comprehensive donor & volunteer statistics and drafted the user manual for the new database.  trained, mentored and motivated data entry staff, playing an instrumental role in the development of top performing team members.

executive assistant to the president (xx/1997-xx/1998)
generated and maintained meeting minutes, with strong focus on accuracy and timeliness. reporting directly to the president, managed various projects from inception through completion, and supported the efforts of individual board members.  proactively developed positive relationships with all board members and staff, exhibiting strong communication and interpersonal relation skills.

 

supervisor of administrative assistants (xx/1995-xx/1997)
actively collaborated with administrative assistants in driving projects, administrative operations and scheduling to meet critical timelines and specifications.  streamlined workflow and delegated assignments to optimize utilization of human resources while controlling labor costs.  proficiently administered complex information management/filing system to maximize operational efficiencies.

united way of oakland county, 50 wayne street, pontiac, mi; xx/1989-xx/1995
supervisor:  donna parolini, fund distribution director (now retired); 248.879.9127

hours:  37.5 per week

salary: 25,900

administrative assistant for fund distribution and planning directors
relied upon to represent the director in his/her absence due to exceptional dedication and reliability.  effectively composed written correspondence, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.  staffed meetings and coordinated volunteers to complete projects on time.  proficiently integrated wordperfect and lotus programs with administrative operations to maximize productivity and efficiency.  generated charts and forms to create engaging and effective presentations.

 

prior experience

 

general teller - national bank of detroit, shelby township, michigan

 

 

 

 

 

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education

 

diploma - high school, city, state, date

 

 

professional training

 

microsoft word 2007 & office 2003

wordperfect
excellent customer service

creating passionate employees

presentation skills

managing people to be their best

the 7 habits of highly effective people

effective business writing

training methods
database management - blackbaud raiser s edge
computer programming -control data institute

 

affiliations

 

first president - stonebridge of holly association board of directors, 2006-2008
vice president for clinic & director for shelter - humane society of macomb animal shelter & clinic, 1987-2002

 

volunteer activities

 

super bowl xl

motown winter blast

arts, beats & eats

woodward dream cruise

boy scout fund raisers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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address:                                   0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

phone:                                      xxx-xxx-xxxx

 

vacancy posting:                      job posting #

position:                                   title, gs#

 

 

 

i am highly interested in being considered for the _______________________ position currently available.  with progressive experience in program management, event planning and administrative assistance, i am confident that i can make a positive contribution in this position.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i am submitting my resume.  in advance, thank you for your consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying documents, i have built a successful career with various nonprofit organizations, progressing from an administrative assistant and donor database manager/development coordinator to donor relations manager.  i offer a comprehensive knowledge of nonprofit program operations, as well as office administration and technologies, with a consistent track record of identifying, developing and executing new ideas and approaches toward generating results.  i excel in strategically managing resources to optimize productivity, efficiency and quality, while containing and reducing operating costs.  a hands-on leader, i am highly effective in training, scheduling, developing, evaluating, and directing diverse personnel and volunteers.  i have successfully developed job descriptions and performance standards as well as operational policies and procedures instrumental to boosting performance levels.  to complement my successful professional background, i have completed extensive training in leadership, staff development, technologies, and related topics.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i welcome the opportunity to meet with you at your earliest convenience, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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address:                                   0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

phone:                                      xxx-xxx-xxxx

 

vacancy posting:                      job posting #

position:                                   title, gs#

 

 

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (title of position applying for) position currently available.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

 

as discussed, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to launch a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic (list a few skills/qualifications relevant to the position) skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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