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The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) is a national, not-for-profit organization founded in 1994 by Harvard Business School Professor Michael E. Porter. ICIC identifies market-based growth opportunities through our world- class research, consulting and programs. We believe that market-driven growth leads to sustainable jobs, income and wealth for inner city residents. ICIC changes perceptions and unites corporate and civic leaders to take action. An inner city renaissance is possible, and ICIC is helping to make it a reality.

ICIC advocates a paradigm shift in the approach to inner-city economic development. We seek to replace the traditional focus on urban blight and community deficiencies with a more constructive focus on market opportunities. The concepts behind ICIC were articulated by Professor Porter in his widely disseminated article, “The Competitive Advantage of the Inner City” (May/June 1995 issue of the Harvard Business Review).

The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) seeks qualified candidates for Development Analyst. The ideal candidate is analytical, well-organized, a good communicator and proficient manager of information and data. The successful candidate also possesses the professional and interpersonal skills to work effectively with leaders from the public, private and community sectors. Primary responsibilities include: (1) supporting the fundraising activities of the national organization; (2) supporting ICIC’s Board of Directors; (3) event support. Specific duties include the following:

Fundraising:
• Managing a tracking system and database of all current and prospective funders;
• Developing and updating funding proposals, as well as standardizing the proposal process;
• Interaction with current and prospective corporate, foundation and individual funders;
• Research prospective funders via internet, magazines and newspapers;
• Supporting the fundraising communication process via mailings, phone calls, events, and tours;
• Assisting with efforts to keep ICIC staff, Board and others informed of fundraising status

Board of Directors Relations and Development:
• Providing support for three yearly board meetings;
• Supporting ICIC’s regular communication with the Board.

Event support:
• Support including list management, communications and development for ICIC’s yearly fundraising events in New York and Boston.
• Support for fundraising committees

• BA or BS in related field.
• 3 to 5 years professional experience. Experience with major gifts, communications, and event support strongly preferred.
• Excellent writing and communication skills including preparation of data and material for proposals;
• Excellent project and database management skills;
• Familiarity with database management and Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Access;

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Matt Camp
ICIC
727 Atlantic Avenue
Suite 600
Boston, MA 02111
mcamp@icic.org