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The Organization

At the Community Foundation, we dedicate ourselves to connecting individuals and organizations to realize the full power of philanthropy. We are driven by relationships and working closely with diverse partners to fulfill the promise and potential of this great place we call home. Because, together, we do more good. Nonprofit organizations play an important role in maintaining the health and vibrancy of our region, and they share important insights into the communities and people they serve. That’s why we work in partnership with nonprofits to amplify their efforts. We also partner closely with local professional advisors to ensure a seamless experience for their clients. Not only can we help advisors fulfill their clients’ planning needs and charitable wishes, but we can provide added efficiency and share first-hand knowledge of nonprofits serving our community. At the same time, we actively collaborate with community leaders, peer funders and motivated individuals to coordinate efforts in service of common goals. By empowering and mobilizing an inclusive network of changemakers, we can solve our community’s most pressing challenges and make the Richmond region a place where everyone can thrive.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The pandemic has prompted a lot of people to reflect on their current life and career trajectories. Fahrenheit Advisors has a very unique opportunity available for someone who would like to utilize their experience in the investment strategy space to work on behalf of a “charitable bank” known as Community Foundation here in RVA. The mission of the Community Foundation is to make the Richmond region a better place through bold solutions and inspired philanthropy. Today, they manage more than 1,300 charitable funds with assets exceeding $1.3 billion and growing. This Foundation also oversees the activities of 12 other charitable foundations and organizations that have chosen to fulfill their charitable legacy in partnership with CF. If you have 7-10 years of experience in treasury/ banking/ investment services, possess exceptional interpersonal skills, but more importantly have a desire to invest your time and energy into an organization that is committed to something bigger than just the bottom line, I encourage you to consider applying to this Vice President of Investments position. Hybrid WFH schedule is provided, along with half-day Fridays for all employees at the Foundation. “Feel good feeling” available every day.

The Community Foundation has grown substantially since its inception in 1968, reflecting the vision and integrity of its leaders and the extraordinary spirit of the people of Richmond and Central Virginia. As a long-term investor in the Greater Richmond region, our overall investment strategy is to grow the community’s endowment to ensure assets are available to address community needs and opportunities in perpetuity. Our team, guided by an experienced volunteer investment committee, seeks to earn the most efficient rate of return through a variety of investment options. We manage philanthropic assets entrusted to our care according to best practices, and we hold ourselves to rigorous standards to mitigate risk and identify opportunities to add value.

How To Apply

The Vice President, Investments (a full-time, exempt position) is responsible for oversight of the Foundations’ (Community Foundation for a greater Richmond and affiliated foundations) investment portfolios, cash management, finance/treasury analysis, and special projects as assigned. This position will work collaboratively with the Foundation’s Chief Financial Officer, Finance, Philanthropic Services and Marketing teams, as well as work directly with the Foundations’ investment partners and affiliated entities.

If you think your qualifications are a match and you are interested in further pursuing this position, please use the link below to view the entire job description and formally apply.  Visit:  Employment Opportunities with the Community Foundation (cfrichmond.org)

The Organization

LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.

For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.

Position Overview

Title: Senior Grants Accountant               

Department: Finance    

Status: Exempt

Reports to: Vice President of Finance

Positions Reporting To This Position: None

Location: Flexible (within the United States)

Union Position: Yes

Job Classification Level: E

Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)*: $86,000-$91,000

*Hiring salary range reflects 7-10 years minimum experience

General Description:

LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.

For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.

The Senior Grants Accountant is responsible for reconciling the grants to the LCV family of organizations including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

●        Work closely with VP of Finance, Development VP’s and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.

●        Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.

●        Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and dashboard support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expense. Support mid-year grant allocations against existing budget changes within an organized monthly forecast process.

●        Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.

●        Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.

●        Monitor coding against grants and all new grant codes.

●        Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward monitoring.

●        Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.

●        Monitor AP/AR cyclical activity of grant funds in conjunction with transactional AP/AR accountants. Flag errors, compliance issues and areas needing reclassification and adjustments against grant expectations.

●        Understand grant types and development classifications.

●        Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.

●        Monitor bank accounts for deposits and work with the Development department to oversee revenue deposit within all grant activity. Ensure all grant revenue is received and accounted for in bank accounts.

●        Ensure reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.

●        Support the maintenance of funders in the accounting system.

●        Act as an additional reviewer of Accountant entries that cross grant activity.

●        Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.

●        Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.

●        Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.

●        Manage grant billing, draw down and expensed/balance reports for grants.

●        Create various schedules and feeder documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e 990, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and FEC and state compliance reports and filings, etc.

●        Support revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.

●        Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.

●        Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.

●        Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.

●        Develops process and manages process for time allocation splits during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.

●        Helps manage the 501(c)(3) to 501(c)(4) grant making process.

●        Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.

Qualifications:

●        Work Experience: Required – 7-10 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred – Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.

●        Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills.  Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.

●        Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.

●        Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

How To Apply
Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Sr. Grants Accountant” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.

In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:

●        How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here:  https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/

LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.

The Organization

Founded in 1969 by businessman and philanthropist John E. Kirkpatrick and eight forward-thinking community leaders, the Oklahoma City Community Foundation (OCCF) is an independent charitable organization with total assets of $1.6B.

Throughout its history, OCCF has been focused on working with donors across the region, and the state, to create charitable funds that benefit the community now and into the future. Over the years, OCCF has continued to expand the geographic reach of the Foundation’s impact outside the Oklahoma City area and into western Oklahoma. From its beginning, OCCF has operated within a system of checks and balances that ensures accountability and good stewardship. Its structure allows the organization to adapt to the changing needs of the community and to ensure the donor’s intent is preserved.

OCCF is a major philanthropic resource and is among the largest public charities in Oklahoma with a broad charitable mandate and ability to attract and preserve charitable assets to serve the needs of the state.  OCCF provides development and fund management services for charitable funds that encourage the growth and development of resources to serve a wide range of community needs. It has been a leader in the development and expansion of endowment resources to support charitable organizations and purposes throughout its existence. OCCF is also a community resource for convening groups addressing community issues, providing leadership, and identifying and addressing the changing needs of the community.

The Oklahoma City metro area is the economic and cultural center of the western portion of the state and continues to have strong population growth and economic expansion. Because of Oklahoma City’s leadership in providing services to the state, OCCF plays an important role in philanthropic leadership supporting a broad range of charitable, educational, health, and social services to a wide geographic area.

Position Overview

Oklahoma City Community Foundation seeks a proven executive-level leader who demonstrates a strong ability to work collaboratively at all levels in the community, but especially including philanthropic, government, nonprofit, and private sector leadership.  The ability to inspire confidence and trust, along with exceptional communications skills, are a must.

A demonstrated capacity to lead the organization and community by clearly articulating OCCF’s vision and to act decisively on behalf of the organization in pursuit of its mission and goals, is required. Successful experience exploring, developing, and implementing strategies for community impact is needed.  Experience engaging and supporting an active Board in its role as fundraising, fiduciary, steward, and strategic institutional asset is important.

The successful candidate will find innovative ways to pursue, cultivate and build strong donor and stakeholder relationships.  This person must be able to engender trust and empathy and relate to community members and donors in a highly professional, honest, and caring manner. Extensive experience in community leadership, philanthropy, fundraising, and experience in the community foundation sector is strongly preferred.

The qualified candidate must demonstrate success in reaching out to the community, participating with people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, and building rapport with those who have varying viewpoints and perceptions.  High integrity, commitment, fortitude, and sensitivity are essential to success in this role.

This leader is an active listener and a creative problem solver who is politically savvy, patient, collaborative, and builds consensus to reconcile points of view. The candidate should possess leadership skills in managing and empowering a diverse workforce and have the ability to instill confidence in senior management to obtain superior performance results. As the key spokesperson for the Foundation, this person must be able to speak extemporaneously and appropriately on any number of subjects in a clear and transparent fashion in order to build trust and support.

Leading and growing the staff and a dedicated, committed Board of Trustees are needed skills.  While a familiarity of the region is not a requirement, the ideal candidate must have the ability and desire to know, fully engage, and invest in the diversity that comprises the Western and Central Oklahoma region.

The ideal candidate will show a high level of participation in the life of the community in which they work by virtue of civic involvement, public service, volunteerism, and club or social activities.  A Bachelor’s degree is required.  An advanced degree and/or continuing education/certification is preferred.

How To Apply

To apply, submit a current resume and letter of introduction to Kittleman & Associates, LLC at https://bit.ly/3uxqxKV (click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page).

For more information about Oklahoma City Community Foundation, visit https://www.occf.org/

The Organization

Washington Area Women’s Foundation is a community-supported foundation that invests in the power of women and girls of color across the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Women and girls of color make change happen. While too often unsung, the work of women and girls of color have advanced human rights and gender, racial and economic justice in our communities for decades. The Women’s Foundation believes that by increasing resources to, and recognizing the leadership of, women and girls of color, they will ignite needed change. We advance this theory of change by:

• Making grants to organizations that are actively pursuing gender, racial, and economic justice, and awarding women and girls of color directly; and
• Centering the voices and lived experiences of women and girls of color to influence policymakers and the local philanthropic sector to advance systems and institutional change with a gender, racial and economic justice lens.

Position Overview

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Program Officer directly manages The Women’s Foundation’s Early Care and Education Funders’ Collaborative (ECEFC) and early education grant portfolio, and supports the advocacy efforts of Grantee Partners.  The Program Officer oversees grantmaking to organizations and provides support directly to Grantee Partners with technical assistance and additional fundraising.

Learn more about the ECEFC here.

The Program Officer is visible within the greater philanthropic and nonprofit community, serving as a spokesperson and partner for advocates and philanthropic colleagues around early care and education, the childcare crisis, and the largely women of color and immigrant women local early education workforce in the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Specifically, The Women’s Foundation and the ECEFC’s work supports gender and racial justice in Washington, DC, Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties in Maryland, the City of Alexandria in Virginia, and Arlington and Fairfax Counties in Virginia. The position requires the ability to stay current on early education policies, issues, and challenges at both the local and state levels across these jurisdictions.

The Program Officer is a member of The Women’s Foundation program team, working directly with the President & CEO and another Program Officer colleague, and collaboratively with the Director of Communications, development staff, and operations and finance staff. The Program Officer also works closely with the ECEFC voting members, and in particular, with the ECEFC co-chairs.

General Responsibilities:

Contribute to refining the strategy and executing activities of The Early Care and Education Funders Collaborative (ECEFC).

• Facilitate and coordinate the ECEFC, including building relationships with members, providing strategic guidance, managing the grant making process, and developing and executing learning opportunities for members and Grantee Partners.
• Build collaborative relationships within and outside The Women’s Foundation (e.g. with existing Grantee Partners, prospective partners, experts in the community, policy makers, and philanthropic partners) that advance The Women’s Foundation goals.
• Work with grantee partners to achieve desired impact of grants, conduct site visits, and provide technical assistance.
• Manage the administrative aspects of annual grant cycles for the ECEFC, including project budget development and management.
• Evaluate the impact of the ECEFC’s investments and develop content to communicate impact internally and to the public.
• Represent The Women’s Foundation on relevant advocacy coalitions and philanthropic collaboratives in alignment with the ECEFC’s investment priorities.
• Monitor research, trends and partner recommendations to enhance The Women’s Foundation staff and board understanding of relevant issues related to early care and education and support Grantee Partner advocacy and policy change efforts. This may include writing blogs, attending rallies, public speaking, meeting with policymakers, or testifying at public hearings.
• Work with the communications staff to develop external communications including online and social media content, newsletters, impact statements, and The Women’s Foundation’s #AskHer interview series content.
• Cultivate and steward donors who support early education systems change, and in particular believe in the power and leadership of the early care and education workforce.
• Assist with fundraising for the Early Care and Education Funders Collaborative, in particular contributing to applications for funding and grant report content.

Qualifications:
The Women’s Foundation seeks candidates who are passionate about our mission and align with our values to:

• Learn and adapt our practices to serve a changing world;
• Be honest, transparent and accountable to our community;
• Encourage diversity in community, thoughts, and ideas; and
• Practice kindness and intentionality in all we do.

Candidates must be committed to gender and racial justice, regardless of where they are on their own individual learning journey.

Strong candidates for the program officer position will:

• Have experience working in/with the early education workforce and/or on early care and education policy;
• Have experience working in partnership with diverse stakeholders toward shared goals;
• Have experience with local early education policy advocacy and/or community organizing, preferably in Maryland, Virginia and/or Washington, DC;
• Have an understanding of and/or interest in trust-based philanthropic principals and participatory grantmaking;
• Have a connection to the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Growing up and/or currently living in the region is strongly preferred;
• Have strong oral and written communication skills, alongside strong listening skills;
• Be able to conduct their work primarily in English. Additional language proficiency is a plus;
• Be successful working in a remote environment with file sharing, databases, and other technologies;
• Be comfortable working independently and handling all aspects of program implementation from administrative to strategic.

Compensation:
We offer our employees a total rewards model, pairing a compensation package that reflects our organizational values, culture, and mission with meaningful and significant work content, a supportive environment, and work-life flexibility.

The salary range for this position is $68,000-$75,000. The Women’s Foundation compensation package also includes comprehensive, 100% paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees, generous paid time off, and flexible work hours within a 36-hour work week.

People with lived experience relevant to the position program area and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with strong ties to the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

To Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@wawf.org with the subject line “Program Officer–ECE.”  Only complete applications will be considered.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but no later than March 7, 2022.

The Organization

The Greater New Orleans Foundation has been a trusted philanthropic leader in the 13-parish Greater New Orleans region for nearly 100 years. Our vision is to create a vibrant, sustainable, and just region for all, and our mission is to drive positive impact through philanthropy, leadership, and action. As a community foundation, our resources are comprised of more than 900 charitable funds established by individuals, businesses, and organizations with a passion for charitable giving and a deep commitment to the Greater New Orleans region. As a civic leader, we bring together passionate people from nonprofits, business, government, and philanthropy to address our region’s greatest challenges.

The Foundation is an inspiring, engaging, challenging, thought-provoking, diverse, and dynamic place to work and advance your career. We pride ourselves on investing in high-quality staff members and encouraging success by allowing individuals the opportunity to both contribute and enhance their skills and talents as well as to share their unique perspectives as we address community challenges. Our workplace environment nurtures a diverse team and results in a broad base of staff knowledge and talent.

Position Overview

Director-level positions at the Foundation are exciting, multifaceted roles that include a mix of strategic leadership over important local and regional issues and tactical execution. Our Directors operate as civic leaders within their area of focus; they build coalitions, leverage their content expertise, influence change in the public sector, and secure funding to allow the ecosystem’s work to flourish. They lead local and regional initiatives, designing programs, driving high-quality evaluation, and serving as a key public voice in their area of focus. More than just great thinkers, our Directors are doers. They not only conceptualize the ideas that drive us forward, but they implement them as well.

The Director of Workforce Initiatives is responsible for the implementation, development, and management of workforce strategies and initiatives that support entry-level and middle-skilled workers getting into the workforce through careers with pathway opportunities. The Director partners with community stakeholders to envision, incubate, spin-off, or fund innovative programs aimed at improving career advancement opportunities for workers already employed to help move families towards their full economic potential. The Director is adept at cultivating partnerships and an expert at collecting, analyzing, and communicating opportunities on workforce trends to a broad range of stakeholders. The Director is responsible for consistently reporting data on program outputs and outcomes both internally and externally.

The Director of Workforce Initiatives reports directly to the Vice President for Programs and supervises two Workforce Navigators responsible for implementing the New Orleans Workforce Innovations program. Cross-functional support for the overall Programs Department is provided by one Program Officer, with additional support available pending the programs funded at the time.

Principal Duties

Workforce Development Strategy and Programs

●      Establish and maintain a deep understanding of the workforce development and economic landscape in the Greater New Orleans region as well as national trends, with a particular focus on healthcare, water management, green infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and information technology.

●      Design and implement an overall strategy for workforce development partnership efforts including workforce sector gap analysis, program development, project goals and outcomes, evaluation measures, employer job needs, worker skill sets and competencies, curriculum development for training, worker recruitment process, and participant tracking.

●      Oversee the Foundation’s workforce investments and initiatives including, but not limited to, New Orleans Works and New Orleans Workforce Innovations; manage workforce navigators and set the agenda for the New Orleans Works Collaborative, an employer-led partnership that connects entry-level and middle-skilled workers to jobs that offer career pathways.

●      Identify and lead fundraising and resource development efforts that fund the Foundation’s Workforce Initiatives, in collaboration with the Vice President for Programs and the Foundation’s Development and Donor Relations Department.

External Relations & Communications

●      Establish and cultivate relationships across sectors and between organizations, including education/training, public officials, and other service providers as well as employers to align the policies, strategies, and resources of the region’s workforce system.

●      Serve as the key external face of Foundation workforce initiatives through participation in partnerships, collaborative groups, and community shareholder events.

●      Work in partnership with employer partners, funders, and other community stakeholders to design and implement a comprehensive data collection and communication effort, including regular reports highlighting trends, opportunities, and suggested solutions.

●      Develop, write, and maintain a variety of reports, documents, correspondence, and records related to areas of assigned responsibility. Conduct presentations regarding these materials and other matters related to workforce initiatives on behalf of the Foundation.

●      Staff and support any committee of the Foundation’s board and stakeholders in collaboration with the Vice President of Programs.

●      Represent the Foundation on boards, committees, and advisory groups locally, regionally, and nationally.

Cross-Program and Cross-Departmental Collaboration

●      Establish and maintain a broad understanding of all areas in which the Foundation works, including grantmaking and programs, and, under the supervision of the Vice President for Programs, actively seek opportunities for collaboration and cross-area work.

●      Seek opportunities for creating “synergies” or collaborations between areas, avoiding the isolation of working in a silo.

●      As a member of the Foundation’s Programs Department, provide occasional support for special projects and initiatives in other program areas or departments.

●      Collaborate with the Communications Department in efforts to share knowledge and information with external audiences, with the Development and Donor Relations Department in fundraising and donor relations efforts, and with the Finance and Administration Department to complete relevant requests.

●      Work in conjunction with the Vice President of Programs on the creation and management of the annual operating budget.

●      Contribute to the growth of programming by working collaboratively with the Vice President of Programs and a diverse set of internal and external partners and stakeholders.

Remain Flexible about Work Assignments

 Because of the fluid and evolving nature of work at the Foundation, the Director of Workforce Initiatives may, from time to time, be asked to take on other assignments not covered in this position description. The Director of Workforce Initiatives is expected to demonstrate openness and flexibility when asked to take on these new assignments.

Required Qualifications

●      Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to simplify and effectively communicate complex topics.

●      Strong project management skills, including the ability to work closely with outside vendors and monitor project budgets, deadlines, and deliverables.

●      Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office.

●      Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with and lead a team.

●      Strong growth and entrepreneurial mindset.

●      Receptiveness to feedback and course correction, and willingness to learn.

●      Steadiness and resilience under changing internal and external circumstances and needs.

●      A preference for a quick pace of work, while maintaining high levels of detail-orientation and accuracy.

●      Ability to operate as both a leader and a doer, executing programs in a “small shop” environment.

●      A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Experience & Education

●      Bachelor’s degree (master’s strongly preferred)

●      7+ years experience working in workforce development, talent development, public administration, or related areas. Greater New Orleans region experience preferred.

●      History of successfully engaging diverse audiences in conversations about workforce development.

●      Expertise in managing and interpreting complex quantitative and qualitative data and communicating this data across varied audiences.

●      Understanding and agility in navigating varied political environments, including management priorities, staff roles and responsibilities, and external factors impacting the Foundation.

●      Experience with fund development, including grant-writing, reporting, budget development, and prospecting.

●      Experience with program design, grantmaking, evaluation, and research.

●      Experience and strength managing partnerships and coordinating across initiatives.

●      Salary commensurate with experience.

How To Apply

●      Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to careers@gnof.org. Only complete applications will be considered. A writing sample will be requested for candidates who advance to late-stage interviews.

The Organization

AFR has been called “the leading voice for Wall Street accountability” in Washington. Help us continue and grow this important work.  Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund (AFREF) is seeking a Research Director to oversee and manage the research agenda, design, and produce research materials, supervise research staff, and coordinate with communications, campaign, and policy colleagues to fulfill AFR’s mission.

AFREF played a leading role in winning passage of the Dodd Frank Financial Reform law and the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau; and we are driving the fight for broader transformations of the financial system to advance economic, racial, and social justice. AFREF’s staff develops policy and strategies in collaboration with a coalition of more than 200 consumer, civil rights, labor, community based, and other organizations, along with academics and other experts.

Position Overview

The Research Director will draw on their own research, policy and advocacy expertise and on the expertise of AFREF policy, communications, and campaigns staff, and that of our coalition members to design and implement research projects and products advancing our policy agenda addressing racial and economic inequality. They will manage our research team of three additional staff members to write and produce both materials for direct distribution or publication and tools for partners. Products include reports, op-eds, blog posts, fact sheets and more. The job offers an opportunity to do creative work and to have a significant impact.

The Research Director will:

●       Design and implement research projects across the range of AFR’s policy portfolio from inception to publication

●       Translate complicated policy material into clear language and compelling stories for broader audiences

●       Provide research guidance and support for federal and state legislative and regulatory issues and campaigns

●       Manage research projects and supervise research staff

●       Produce finished advocacy materials including reports, policy briefs, factsheets, advocacy letters, etc.

●       Present our research to the public, to regulators, and other policy makers

●       Communicate with the media

The ideal candidate will have:

●        A commitment to racial and economic justice

●        Extensive policy research experience and demonstrated excellence as a researcher and writer

●        Demonstrated project and staff management experience delivering research materials from design to publication in coordination with colleagues and allies

●        Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous projects

●        Capacity to provide leadership in aligning research and written material to advance campaign needs of national and grassroots advocates

●        Data management, design, analysis, and presentation capabilities

●        Strong written and verbal communication skills for a variety of formats, audiences, and voices,  and the ability to capture nuances of approach and tone

●        Experience working with diverse communities

●        Knowledge or eagerness to learn about financial regulation and/or consumer financial protection and/or housing

●        Experience with grassroots, regulatory, and legislative advocacy

●        Familiarity with the range of new media tools

●        Ability to work independently and to collaborate effectively with colleagues and coalitions

Compensation:

Annual salary range: $105,000 to $125,000 commensurate with experience. Generous benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

How to apply:

Please submit your application with a letter of interest, resume and two writing samples via our candidate portal linked here.

AFREF is committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of America defined broadly and where the talent, skills and uniqueness of each staff member are respected. We are committed to a policy of equity for all employees and to equal opportunity for all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, family responsibilities, and disability.

The Organization

The Greater New Orleans Foundation has been a trusted philanthropic leader in the 13-parish Greater New Orleans region for nearly 100 years. Our vision is to create a vibrant, sustainable, and just region for all, and our mission is to drive positive impact through philanthropy, leadership, and action. As a community foundation, our resources are comprised of more than 900 charitable funds established by individuals, businesses, and organizations with a passion for charitable giving and a deep commitment to the Greater New Orleans region. As a civic leader, we bring together passionate people from nonprofits, business, government, and philanthropy to address our region’s greatest challenges.

The Foundation is an inspiring, engaging, challenging, thought-provoking, diverse, and dynamic place to work and advance your career. We pride ourselves on investing in high-quality staff members and encouraging success by allowing individuals the opportunity to both contribute and enhance their skills and talents as well as to share their unique perspectives as we address community challenges. Our workplace environment nurtures a diverse team and results in a broad base of staff knowledge and talent.

The Greater New Orleans Foundation Program Officer is a strong communicator and collaborator. The Program Officer interacts with all levels of staff to perform program responsibilities and build relationships with donors, grantees, nonprofits, and community stakeholders. The Program Officer reports to the Director of Grantmaking.

Position Overview

Principal Duties

Grantmaking Portfolio Management

• ●    Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of grantmaking under the supervision of the Director of Grantmaking. Specifically:
• Develop and improve grant guidelines, applications, rubrics, and reporting templates.
• Conduct due diligence including reviewing proposals and financials for eligibility, accuracy, and viability.
• Draft write-ups, grant agreements, memos, and decks.
• Review and analyze reports and data for recommendations and decision-making.
• Prepare and present grant recommendations to Foundation leadership, grants committees, donors, and community volunteers.
• Coordinate and organize site visits.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for grantee convenings and grants committee meetings.
• Provide technical assistance to nonprofits and grantee partners.
• Develop content expertise on community needs and opportunities in the areas of grantmaking through research and other sources.
• Stay abreast of trends and promising practices in the field of philanthropy and equitable grantmaking.

Cross-Program and Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Establish and maintain a broad understanding of all areas in which the Foundation works, including grantmaking and programs, and, under the supervision of the Director of Grantmaking, actively seek opportunities for collaboration and cross-area work. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
  • Collaboration with the Communications Department to develop materials and outreach strategies to promote grant opportunities and highlight stories related to the impact of the Foundation and its grantees.
  • Cultivating relationships with Foundation stakeholders across internal functions and external stakeholders, such as nonprofits, grantees, donors, committee members, and volunteers.
  • Seek opportunities for creating “synergies” or collaborations between areas, avoiding the isolation of working in a silo.
  • Provide grantmaking and grant reporting support to Senior Program Officers and the Director of Nonprofit Leadership and Effectiveness.
  • As a member of the Foundation’s Programs Department, provide occasional support for special projects and initiatives in other program areas or departments.

Remain Flexible about Work Assignments

Because of the fluid and evolving nature of work at the Foundation, the Program Officer may, from time to time, be asked to take on other assignments not covered in this position description. The Program Officer is expected to demonstrate openness and flexibility when asked to take on these new assignments.

Required Qualifications

•  Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to simplify and effectively communicate complex topics.
• Strong interpersonal and project management skills, including the ability to work closely across a variety of internal and external stakeholders and to monitor project budgets, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office.
• A preference for a quick pace of work, while maintaining high levels of detail-orientation and accuracy.
• Receptiveness to feedback and course correction, and willingness to learn.
• Steadiness and resilience under changing internal and external circumstances and needs.
• Honesty, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Experience & Education

•  Bachelor’s degree (master’s strongly preferred).
• 3+ years of grantmaking experience and 5+ years working in the nonprofit sector.
• Experience with program design, grantmaking, and research.
• Experience in program evaluation, including tracking, analyzing, and reporting data.
• Experience and strength managing partnerships and coordinating across initiatives.
• Experience with supporting volunteer committees comprised of board and community members.
• Experiencing reading and interpreting financials.
• Experience with fund development, including grant-writing, reporting, budget development, and prospecting.
• Salary commensurate with experience.

How To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to careers@gnof.org. Only complete applications will be considered. A writing sample will be requested for candidates who advance to late-stage interviews.

The Organization

BRIDGE Housing strengthens communities and improves the lives of its residents — beginning, but not ending, with affordable housing. By joining BRIDGE, you’ll help to:

• Take real action to resolve the housing crisis that affects us all.
• Reverse historical and ongoing housing injustices affecting low-income people and communities of color.
• Reduce homelessness.
• Provide holistic service programs and equitable opportunities to families, children, and seniors.
• Create transit-oriented, green, sustainable cities.

Position Overview

As the Philanthropy Manager, you will develop and implement complex fundraising campaigns, innovate powerful events for funders, and steward a portfolio of individual and institutional funders. You will also help develop compelling collateral, draft policies and procedures, and engage with the full Philanthropy team in similar projects to build BRIDGE’s philanthropy program.

This role requires 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit/charitable fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of funders through all relationship stages
• Research, prepare, and submit corporate and foundation grant requests
• Conduct tours for and give presentations to individuals and groups of funders
• Develop and oversee the annual appeal program including mailings, social media campaigns, and other outreach in collaboration with the Communications team
• Plan and lead targeted fundraising campaigns to support special projects and meet emerging needs
• Plan and carry out house parties, roundtables, and similar events to cultivate and steward individual/institutional donors
• Assist in the development of processes, policies and procedures
• Prepare reports and develop and manage timelines, work plans, and budgets

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Perseverance and positive outlook
• Tact, poise, empathy, and the ability to build and sustain trusting relationships with funders and colleagues at all levels
• Proven ability to secure financial contributions
• Knowledge of fundraising ecosystem in the San Francisco Bay Area and/or other west coast metropolitan areas
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to advancing the well-being of disadvantaged people
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

How To Apply

Please submit an application here

BRIDGE Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Pursuant to applicable state and local law, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest records. Should you need any assistance or accommodation in our application process, please contact us at the phone number listed on our website.

The Organization

The Smithsonian Institution is a unique complex of 21 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research centers. Under the leadership of Secretary, Lonnie G. Bunch III, previously the founding director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Smithsonian is on a mission to become a truly 21st century museum complex. Following the success of the Smithsonian’s first comprehensive capital campaign, the largest ever undertaken by a cultural organization, the Smithsonian has built a model fundraising organization. This position offers exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to make a significant impact on the future of the Smithsonian.

The National Museum of African Art has one of the most significant collections of African art in the world. It is renowned for exhibitions and programs that challenge assumptions about the continent and its diaspora- bringing together historical and contemporary art, north and south, east, and west, in an ongoing conversation about who we are and where we’re going.

Position Overview

The Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African Art is embarking on an exciting transformation with a new director and a new future-looking vision. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill the Associate Director of Advancement and Communication position.  This is a key role in the Executive Management team, responsible for directing all functions and aspects of fundraising, communications, and external affairs for the National Museum of African Art.

The incumbent provides expert, pragmatic advice to the Museum Director on all aspects of advancement; makes substantial recommendations for policy changes and new program directions; and plans, establishes, and leads major fundraising initiatives, including but not limited to annual, major, planned, corporate, foundation, membership, and endowment giving, as well as capital campaigns, to support the broad and ever-evolving programmatic needs of the Museum.

The Associate Director works closely with the Museum’s Advisory Board in setting and supporting the priorities of the Museum’s Director. The Associate Director manages cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. She/he/they work(s) closely with the Public Affairs Specialist and communications team in communicating the Museum’s mission and needs to a broad constituency. The Associate Director devises advancement and public relations strategies for accomplishing programmatic, exhibition and capital fundraising objectives and marketing campaigns and partnerships. She/he/they supervise(s) the Museum’s advancement, communications, and external affairs staff.

The Smithsonian and the National Museum of African Art is a welcoming organization. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. Successful candidates will ideally have a minimum of five years of relevant experience in major gifts fundraising and management, preferably within a major cultural institution, nonprofit organization, educational institution, or other environment of similar complexity. Demonstrated ability to build long-term donor relationships and securing five seven-figure gifts is required as well as experience in communications, PR and marketing.  Strong organization, relationship, collaboration, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently, are essential. Applications should show proven ability to motivate, develop and supervise staff.

Understanding of and dedication to the mission of the National Museum of African Art is essential. Fluency in French or Arabic and existing connections to a network of African Art donors, prospects, media and influencers is desired. A bachelor’s degree is required. National and international travel is required and work during the evenings and weekends may be necessary.

How To Apply

The Smithsonian Institution offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive package of benefits. This is not a federal position but has similar requirements and benefits. Interested candidates should submit their resumes and a cover letter to oastaffing@si.edu by March 8, 2022. Please include the position title in your e-mail subject line. Resumes should include a description of your paid and non-paid work experience that is related to this job; starting and ending dates of job (Month and year); and average number of hours worked per week.

The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The Organization

The Howard Gilman Foundation is a private foundation that supports the performing arts in the five boroughs of New York City. Our team-based, holistic approach focuses on acknowledging, studying, and empathizing with the unique complexities and needs of non-profit performing arts organizations. This approach is informed by the Foundation’s core values, which include respect for, and trust in, our applicants and grantees. With an annual grantmaking budget of $32 million, the Foundation is one of the largest private funders of New York City’s arts sector. Grantmaking dollars are primarily focused on general operating support, with additional investments in organizational financial stability.

The Foundation is now seeking a Program Officer to work with its current eight-person team

Position Overview

Qualifications:

• Substantive knowledge of the performing arts ecosystem, and issues related to the performing arts in New York City
• Considerable understanding of issues related to not-profit management
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Professionalism, discretion, diplomacy, flexibility, and a good sense of humor
• Knowledge of and experience with racial equity practices, and the implications of that work in philanthropy and/or the performing arts
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• The ability to plan ahead and to manage both the expected and the unexpected
• Strong, empathetic listening skills
• The desire to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• The capacity to think creatively and the courage to express strong, vital opinionsSpecial consideration will be given to candidates who:
• are trained or directly engaged in one or more performing arts disciplines, either as an artist or an arts administrator; and/or
• have experience working at a local arts council, service organization for the performing arts, or a not-for-profit performing arts organization; and/or
• are fluent in Spanish, as many Gilman grantees produce work in Spanish

  Specific duties include:

• reviewing and assessing grant proposals, including engaging in dialogue with prospective grantees
• attending and evaluating live and digital performances of applicants and grantees;
• recommending funding by providing critical analysis of the financial, artistic, and administrative strengths, weaknesses, and risks of current grantees and new applicants;
• managing ongoing relationships with grantees;
• providing the Foundation’s Board with information and analysis on grantmaking recommendations and field-wide issues at quarterly Board meetings;
• working collaboratively with staff to design, develop, and refine Foundation’s goals, as well as shape additional grantmaking programs;
• participating in and contributing to trainings, conversations, and strategies related to racial equity in the performing arts and philanthropy; and
• engaging with peers in the field, including networks of funders, to implement and execute strategic partnerships

  Location and Hybrid Work Model:

   The Howard Gilman Foundation is located in New York City, and Program Officers are expected to attend performances throughout the five boroughs, often in the evening, as COVID protocols permit. The Foundation uses a hybrid work model in which regular in-person work days are paired with remote work days. On average, this Program Officer will be expected to work three days a week based at the Foundation’s midtown Manhattan office, as COVID protocols permit, and up to two days from home. The Foundation understands and respects the need for scheduling flexibility.

How To Apply

The Howard Gilman Foundation is firmly committed to continuing to build a team with a wide range of perspectives. The Foundation strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any statuses protected by law.

To Apply:

Send resume and cover letter to jobs@howardgilmanfoundation.org. Application deadline is Monday, March 7, 2022. The Foundation hopes to welcome our new Program Officer to the team by  no later than June 2022. The position will remain open until filled, with candidate review beginning in mid-March.