Volunteer: Fundraising Analyst/Consultant

CDF is a 501c3 certified non-profit organization

Our mission is to provide access to resources, education and training for energy efficient and clean energy opportunities in underserved communities.

By providing home remodeling, clean energy and technology for families with limited resources we believe it will open doors to the green economy. We partnered with incentive providers such as municipalities, financial institutions businesses and contractors to expedite the electrification of all buildings with minimal cost as possible to the owner. Our programs give communities the opportunity to reduce energy bills, increase property values, bridge the digital divide and compete in an emerging economy.

Through our Green Collar Jobs initiative we are focused on developing talent in both technical and trades positions. Harnessing data and developing the latest tools in machine learning and AI, we are poised to fill the gaps in opportunities for access in the energy transition.

With the efforts of a few courageous individuals, together we can clear the path for many.

Programs and initiatives

Community Restoration Program Green Collar Jobs Community Learning Centers

Additional diversity, projects, training and initiatives.

One team one dream!

Dreamline AI is an organization that provides access to resources in underserved communities. The organization aims to provide a comprehensive digital solution that offers financial education, renewable energy awareness resources, and access to local contractors to provide an instant energy assessment report that helps property owners & incentive providers identify electrification funding to upgrade their properties. Join us today to bring and serve the community together!

Job Description

An expert fundraising analyst/consultant must have deep industry knowledge, including a thorough understanding of major competitors and industry trends, in addition to a keen analytical eye to help spot any weaknesses in the business plan before investors do. A successful fundraising consultant will not be afraid to challenge closely-held assumptions or call out weaknesses in the company’s pitch.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience advising founders during a fundraise, ideally in the technology, renewable energy, sustainability.

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of the existing business (including products/services, customers, competitors, the overall market and trends) through careful research and analysis of all business unitsUnderstand how major stakeholders are thinking about the company’s direction, generally and in reference to specific initiatives, through interviews with these stakeholdersReview and refine the company’s sales forecasting model and pitch deck, providing edits or reworking the materials entirely, as neededDevelop accurate benchmarks to guide in the projectionsWork alongside the executive team to define the pitch used in investor meetings; practice the pitch with the executives and help the management team preempt investor questionsPressure test every aspect of the client’s business ahead of fundraising meetings

Skills And Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, operations, research, statistics, math, economics, or related analytical discipline. MBA/MS preferred.Financial management experience with planning, forecasting, and business analysisPrior experience as an advisor to or executive at a funded startup, or experience in venture capital, fundraising, private equityAdvanced Excel proficiency. 3+ years of practical experience of using Excel for building and maintaining financial modelsA natural curiosity and a "big picture" mentalityExcellent spoken and written communication skills; experience partnering with an executive teamExperience coaching executives on the delivery of investor pitchesExperience within technology, renewable energy, sustainability

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