July 18, 2008: Boat People SOS, Inc. (BPSOS), a national Vietnamese-American community-based organization with 14 branch offices nationwide, is looking for a Development Coordinator.

The person who holds this position must perform the vital role of developing financial and otherwise valuable resources which will support BPSOS’ mission, goals, and objectives; and must be instrumental in providing proactive, long-range strategies that will enhance the organizations financial strength and sustainability. The Development Coordinator will be based out of BPSOS’ Houston branch office.

Salary: Depending upon experience, plus benefits.

Location: Houston, TX

Responsibilities:

Assist Development Manager, Department Directors and Program Managers in identifying appropriate funding priorities, strategies, and sources;

Cultivate relationships with actual and prospective funding sources;

Develop proposals and write grants as needed;

Assist in maintenance of Grant Management Calendar and other fund development and databases;

Assist in maintenance of library of all submitted proposals, including reviewers’ notes or pertinent information of prospective proposals; and

Perform other duties as required to fulfill the mission of the organization.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience;

Excellent writing skills;

Excellent self-organization and self-discipline;

Ability to analyze a variety of information;

Ability to multi-task;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite: Excel, Word, Access and email; and

Team player and works well with all staff members, possessing good oral or written communication skills.

To apply: Send cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to:

Human Resources

Fax: (703) 647-6499

Email: hr@bpsos.org

BPSOS is an equal opportunity employer!