Hokuto Taiko Dojo, INC. - New Hampshire's first and only school for Japanese taiko drumming is currently looking for a volunteer Fundraising Coordinator!
This is a remote/work-from-home volunteer opportunity!
Who we are: Hokuto Taiko Dojo is New Hampshire's first and only school dedicated to teaching local communities in and around the Granite State the art of Japanese taiko drumming and cultural exchange.
Our mission: To provide, engage with, and support local communities throughout the state of New Hampshire, and New England with the opportunity to learn more about Japanese culture through the art of "wadaiko" or, Japanese drumming, as well as other Japanese performing arts; with the intent on promoting positive images of Japanese culture and history, thereby promoting greater cross-cultural understanding of the country of Japan and its deeply-rooted heritage.
Who we are looking for:
Individuals who are passionate about community-based organizations focused on education, cultural exchange, Japan, and the arts. Our organization is young and the right candidate should be excited at the prospect of helping a young start-up organization secure essential funding needed to operate and be successful.
Responsibilities:
- Develop a fundraising action plan
- Identify, research, assess, develop and suggest fundraising opportunities and relationships
- Assists in the development of fundraising goals and soliciting funds in conjunction with Executive Director
- Maintains all vendor/donor relationships through successful/professional communication
- In conjunction with the Treasurer keep records relating to fundraising monies
- Provide monthly updates to the Board of Directors regarding fundraising goals, duties, and events
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Communication, Public Relations, Non-profit Management, or equivalent required. May consider experience in-lieu of specified degree requirement
- Can communicate effectively and has good interpersonal skills
- Is well informed of all organization activities
- Is aware of the future directions and plans of the organization
- Has a good working knowledge of the constitution, rules and the duties of all office holders and subcommittees
- Is positive and enthusiastic
- Knowledge of the organizations operations, rules and policies
- Access to internet, email, web, MS Word, MS Excel or equivalent/compatible
Time Commitment:
- 4-8 hours/week depending on needs of the organization
Job Type: Volunteer, part-time
Hokuto Taiko Dojo, INC. is formally recognized and registered with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
