The Tech Museum of Innovation
Position Available
Assistant to Vice-President

The mission of The Tech Museum of Innovation is to serve as an educational
resource that engages people of all ages and backgrounds in exploring and
experiencing technologies affecting their lives, and to inspire young
people to become innovators in developing technologies of the future.

The Assistant to Vice-President of Development is a full-time exempt
position and is responsible for providing administrative support for the
Vice President of Development, maintaining databases, files and office
organization systems, preparing reports and material for solicitors,
setting up meetings and keeping Tech staff and selected constituents
informed about Campaign progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Be knowledgeable of The Tech's mission, exhibits, programs and long-range
plans and stay current with the functioning of the entire institution.
* Provide administrative and clerical support for the Vice President,
Development.
* Draft correspondence and facilitate mailings for donor cultivation and
stewardship.
* Keep accurate records; organize and maintain donor databases and files
(primarily Campaign, foundation and government funders) including:  adding
or updating donor/prospect records; data entry of codes or activities
relating to donors and prospects; creating reports on a regular schedule;
extracting data for invitations; and coding and merging data for mailings;
etc.
* Produce descriptive material on the Campaign for use in briefings and
formal solicitations. Organize and produce materials for board, committee
and staff meetings.
* Maintain current and thorough collateral information for donor cultivation.
* Work with Membership and Campaign Manager to track and implement Campaign
pledge fulfillment process and gift acknowledgments.
* Manage production of fundraising update newsletter to donors and prospects.
* Coordinate compilation of donor lists and updates for newsletters, annual
reports, donor walls and The Tech web site.
* Assist with proposal and grant report organization and assembly.
* Coordinate meetings, including preparation for breakfasts, lunches and
receptions with donors.
* Develop and maintain office organization systems. Coordinate with all
development staff.
* Suggest and develop concepts to enhance stewardship with all donors.
* Provide other support such as filing, photocopying, mailing, scheduling
and coordinating meetings, record keeping, event staffing,
* Develop and maintain professional skills and relationships with peers.
* Work as Floor Staff on assigned week days, weekend days, or holidays.
* Perform other tasks as required.

Requirements:
* Analytical, efficient and detail oriented.
* Excellent organizational skills; familiarity with general clerical duties.
* Positive team player with an upbeat attitude in a fast paced environment.
* Excellent writing and communication skills.
* Proficient word processing,  database and presentation software skills
required (Window/DOS). Experience with Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge, FileMaker
Pro, Word, Excel, Power Point, and PageMaker is desirable. Familiarity with
the Internet and HTML a  plus.
* Ability to work with highly confidential information.
* Resourcefulness and ability to work independently and creatively while
functioning as part of the development and overall Museum team.
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Non-profit development experience
preferred.
* Willingness to work one weekend day a month and availability for special
events.
* An interest in science, technology and education; experience or training
in related field desirable.
* Bi-lingual is a plus.

Application Procedure:
The Tech offers excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vision
and life insurance. Please send cover letter and resume with salary history
to The Tech Museum of Innovation, 145 W. San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA
95113, Attn.: Human Resources. Or, e-mail ASCII text file resume to
[log in to unmask] (do not send attachments.) FAX: (408) 279-7149. No phone
calls please. The Tech Museum of Innovation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer with a strong commitment to diversity.


Xuan T. Nguyen
Manager of Human Resources
The Tech Museum of Innovation
145 W. San Carlos Street
San Jose, CA  95113
www.thetech.org
FAX: (408) 279-7149
Phone: (408) 795-6100
Direct Line: (408) 795-6204