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The Organization

The James River Association (JRA) is seeking a full time Stewardship and Events Coordinator to be based at its headquarters office located in Richmond, Virginia.

About the James River Association:
Founded in 1976, the James River Association (JRA) is the oldest and largest river conservation group in Virginia and the only organization solely dedicated to protecting and restoring the James River.  JRA has offices in Richmond, Lynchburg, Williamsburg, and Scottsville, as well as the James River Ecology School on Presquile National Wildlife Refuge.  JRA pursues its vision of a fully healthy James River that supports thriving communities by protecting the James River and connecting people to it.  We work through four program areas based on a model of individual engagement – awareness, appreciation, action, and advocacy.  JRA’s core values are:  We are optimistic; We are catalysts; Credibility is our currency; and Community drives everything we do.

Position Overview

Summary:

The James River Association (JRA) is seeking an experienced Development professional who specializes in donor stewardship and special events. This position will be responsible for coordinating and executing an annual calendar of special events to include our two signature events, Westover Lawn Party and the Annual Meeting & Oyster Roast, as well as targeted major donor cultivation events. The successful candidate will be a creative self-starter and leader in this specialized area of our Development team. Must have the ability to work collaboratively with key staff and volunteers to facilitate long term planning, execution, logistics and follow up of JRA’s key stewardship activities. This position will report to JRA’s Senior Development Manager and will be a member of JRA’s fast moving Development and Marketing teams. This position will work on a hybrid schedule, performing work both at home and in the Richmond Office with travel required to JRA’s offices in Williamsburg, Lynchburg, and Scottsville, and other venues across the watershed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all donor events to include:

o Building and maintaining guest lists, including managing RSVPs

o Creating all event materials (invitations, promotional materials, nametags, programs, letters, reports etc.) in tandem with Marketing and Communications team

o Managing event and stewardship mailings

o Creating and implementing standard operating procedures for event and stewardship management

o Managing all event logistics, including facilities set-up and breakdown, creating, and implementing a staffing plan, Zoom or other virtual event logistics, creating seating arrangements, floor plans, talking points, and event bios, etc.

o Creating and managing event follow-up plans and implement stewardship and events best practices with Senior Development Manager

o Managing relationships with event vendors, including photographers, caterer, graphic designers, florists etc., as well as various internal departments

o Attending all JRA Development and Campaign events and provide logistic management (evenings and weekends required in some instances)

o Managing event planning committees with Senior Development Manager

o Maintaining event committee contact information files and in Salesforce

o Managing and maintaining records and track stewardship and events budget

• Create and execute JRA’s annual donor and member stewardship calendar to include:

o Hosting small gatherings to give updates and connect donors to JRA’s work with a strategic program and follow up plan

o Planning and executing correspondence/mailings to donors and members i.e. Annual Report, holiday and birthday cards, JRA publications such as the State of the James Report, and other meaningful touchpoints

o Working closely with Annual Fund and Database Coordinator to maintain records for donor correspondence and stewardship

o Working collaboratively across teams with program staff to share meaningful updates on progress and recent work

• Supervise and coordinate volunteers as needed for events and JRA’s presence at mission driven festivals and awareness building events

• With the Senior Development Manager and VP of Development, manage all aspects of JRA’s donor stewardship program

• Assist with all other Development activities and priorities as assigned by the Sr. Development Manager

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in related area of study, or comparable experience

• Two years of experience in event planning or in a development office

• An interest in advancing within the development field

• Proven track record of successful event and/or project management

• Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends

• CMP or similar professional certification is a plus

• Thorough proficiency with MS Office

• Outstanding organization and interpersonal skills

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills

• Strong customer service background.

• Ability to work closely with volunteer committees

• Work independently and collaborate with a team

• A high level of integrity and discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality and professional composure

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of philanthropy and giving trends with at least 2-years of experience in this field

• Experience working in a donor database

• Must possess leadership skills and the ability to resolve conflicts and help with troubleshooting.

• Good at problem solving, meeting deadlines and schedules, and ability to coordinate volunteer committees

• Strong communications, analytical skills, teamwork, integrity, and reliability

• Physical requirements – ability to lift and carry a min. of 25 lbs

• Experience in Special Event planning required

• Ability to work some weekends and evenings as needed

• Valid driver license

Compensation:

JRA offers a dynamic and flexible work environment with a generous and comprehensive benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with experience; expected salary range $40-$45k.  JRA is an equal opportunity employer.

How To Apply

o apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter by email to admin@thejamesriver.org or by mail to:

James River Association

Attn: Kristen Armstrong

211 Rocketts Way, Suite 200

Richmond, VA 23231

Resumes will be reviewed as they are received.  The position will remain open until filled.  Interviews with qualified candidates will begin January 9, 2022.  Otherwise, no calls or visits, please.

The Organization

Park City Community Foundation identifies gaps and issues and then works in partnership with the community to address greater Park City’s most pressing needs. The organization brings together local nonprofits, political and business leaders, caring donors, and community members to contribute both financial resources and innovative ideas that affect lasting change. The Community Foundation incubates and grows community initiatives providing the necessary capacity to foster impact.

The goal is to benefit all the people of greater Park City—now and in the future. The organization cares for and invests in the people, place, and culture of greater Park City. Since 2007, the Community Foundation has had a cumulative impact of over $39 million in grants, programming, and Live PC Give PC. With years of philanthropic expertise and deep roots in Park City, the Community Foundation is the philanthropic hub of greater Park City, connecting impactful organizations with the most pressing issues in the area so giving back is easier and more effective.

Position Overview

Park City Community Foundation seeks a dynamic, visionary leader and experienced manager who is excited about the potential of the nonprofit sector to improve the quality of life and outcomes for everyone in the greater Park City area. Highly qualified candidates will have knowledge of and experience with the dynamic forces that are reshaping communities, the nonprofit sector, and the work of community foundations.

This individual will demonstrate a career path of progressive leadership and management experience in the nonprofit, foundation, corporate, and/or government sectors.  They have experience leading and directing complex organizations with varied internal and diverse external constituencies.  The ideal candidate will have a background that includes high-level decision-making and implementing promising organizational practices.

The successful candidate champions equity, authentic collaboration, and has experience building durable relationships with external constituencies and internal teams inclusive of many different perspectives and lived experience.

This individual is results and growth oriented and will demonstrate success in operating a financially sustainable organization. This executive has experience mentoring teams and refining structures and systems to support an organization’s operating results and impact. A proven track record in raising private contributions is necessary. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to operate effectively and collaboratively within nonprofit governing environments.

As the key spokesperson for the Community Foundation, this individual must have the ability to tailor written and verbal communications to all audiences, is a compelling and persuasive public speaker, and is a reliable and trusted representative for media and other public presentations.

The Community Foundation’s offices are in Park City, Utah.  The next President and Chief Executive Officer is expected to reside within 35 miles of Park City within six months of accepting the position. As an active participant in the local community, this role requires attendance at events and meetings outside traditional core business hours.

Park City Community Foundation seeks a dynamic, visionary leader and experienced manager who is excited about the potential of the nonprofit sector to improve the quality of life and outcomes for everyone in the greater Park City area. Highly qualified candidates will have knowledge of and experience with the dynamic forces that are reshaping communities, the nonprofit sector, and the work of community foundations.

This individual will demonstrate a career path of progressive leadership and management experience in the nonprofit, foundation, corporate, and/or government sectors.  They have experience leading and directing complex organizations with varied internal and diverse external constituencies.  The ideal candidate will have a background that includes high-level decision-making and implementing promising organizational practices.

The successful candidate champions equity, authentic collaboration, and has experience building durable relationships with external constituencies and internal teams inclusive of many different perspectives and lived experience.

This individual is results and growth oriented and will demonstrate success in operating a financially sustainable organization. This executive has experience mentoring teams and refining structures and systems to support an organization’s operating results and impact. A proven track record in raising private contributions is necessary. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to operate effectively and collaboratively within nonprofit governing environments.

As the key spokesperson for the Community Foundation, this individual must have the ability to tailor written and verbal communications to all audiences, is a compelling and persuasive public speaker, and is a reliable and trusted representative for media and other public presentations.

The Community Foundation’s offices are in Park City, Utah.  The next President and Chief Executive Officer is expected to reside within 35 miles of Park City within six months of accepting the position. As an active participant in the local community, this role requires attendance at events and meetings outside traditional core business hours.

How To Apply

To apply, submit a current resume and letter of introduction, as soon as possible, to Kittleman & Associates, LLC at https://bit.ly/3IYIy9T (click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page). For more information about Park City Community Foundation, visit https://parkcitycf.org/.

The Organization

The Episcopal Health Foundation (EHF) believes all Texans deserve to be healthy. EHF is committed to transform the health of our communities by going beyond just the doctor’s office. By providing millions of dollars in grants, working with congregations and community partners, and providing important research, we’re supporting solutions that address the underlying causes of poor health. EHF was established in 2013 and is based in Houston. With more than $1.2 billion in estimated assets, the Foundation operates as a supporting organization of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas and works to help 10 million people across 57 Texas counties.  #HealthNotJustHealthcare

Position Overview

The Program Officer assists in developing, managing, and evaluating a portfolio of grants and initiatives. The focus of the Program Officer’s work is to seek out investment opportunities that align with Episcopal Health Foundation’s (EHF) goals, outcomes, and strategies.
While EHF’s Program Officers manage a portfolio of diverse grantees working across all EHF’s goals, outcomes, and strategies, each Program Officer serves as the primary lead on particular areas of work. This position will take the lead in our work under Goal 3: Build the Foundation for a Healthy Life by Investing in Early Childhood Brain Development. The ideal Program Officer should be knowledgeable of and have direct experience working within the health system and within systems that impact early childhood brain development including those providing supports for families in the perinatal period (during pregnancy and post-partum) and advancing relational health including nurturing dyadic interaction between caregiver and child. This position does not focus on work within the childcare, early education, or child welfare sectors but pertains to those programs and policies that build knowledge of and create opportunities to implement strategies for optimal, equitable brain development in the early years of life.
The Program Officer will generate insights and develop actionable recommendations that inform our investment decisions and movement toward our goals. In addition, they will guide organizations through the entire grant application process, from concept development through presentation of proposals and evaluation results. The Program Officer is expected to develop and maintain a variety of relationships in the community, and a knowledge base of current trends, activities and changes within the community at-large in support of our goals, outcomes, and strategies.

This job is based in Houston, Texas and offers a hybrid work environment in which all staff work in the office Monday through Thursday and have the option to work from home on Fridays, if schedules permit.

How To Apply

To read the detailed job description, learn the required qualifications and skills, and for a link to the online application please visit our website: https://www.episcopalhealth.org/about/work-with-us/

The Organization

Group Health Foundation is a growing 501(c)(4) philanthropic organization committed to partnering with communities across Washington State to shape and accelerate efforts to improve health equity and advance community aspirations for a vibrant, healthy future in Washington. We are hiring a Grants Manager to join our expanding team.

Cultivating a staff team that embodies the diverse experiences of Washington communities is essential to these aspirations. We strongly and sincerely encourage applications from people of color; immigrant, bilingual, and multicultural individuals; d/Deaf people and people with disabilities; members of LGBTQIA+ and gender non-conforming communities; and people with other diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

To learn more about our work, our approaches, and our values, please visit our website.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Grants Manager ensures that grantmaking operations align with and advance the Foundation’s values and fierce commitment to centering grantees in our work. The Grants Manager co-leads the work of a growing grantmaking operations team alongside another Grants Manager. Collectively, the Grants Managers oversee a range of work, including knowledge management, grantmaking workflows, data systems, and reporting & compliance.

Grants Managers report to a Vice President of Programs and supervise Grants & Data Administrators. We expect to hire at least one additional position on the grantmaking operations team in 2022-2023. As an embedded part of the Foundation’s programs team, Grants Managers work closely with program management, grantmaking, and policy & advocacy staff. They also work closely with colleagues in finance, communications, learning & community engagement, leadership programs, and the office of the CEO.

This is a full-time, exempt position that can be located remotely (within Washington) or at any of our offices. We currently have an office in Seattle and will be opening offices in the Tri-Cities and Tacoma in 2022. Some early morning, evening, and weekend hours will be required, and regular statewide and regional travel should be expected. All employees participate in our offsite retreats, which often require travel and overnight stays.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Co-lead the grantmaking operations team in partnership with the other Grants Manager, ensuring the Foundation’s core philosophies are built into the daily practices of grantmaking operations

·       Champion a grantee centered culture by designing and implementing grantmaking practices centered on the needs of communities most often overlooked by philanthropy

·       Develop and document grantmaking practices that center the needs of applicants and grantees led by people with disabilities and people who communicate in languages other than written English

·       Partner with portfolio teams to manage grants through the full grant lifecycle, from proposal submission to grant closure

·       Implement and improve internal communications, reporting, and training practices to ensure that Foundation stakeholders have the information, tools, and resources to support grantees

·       Review grant recommendations and supporting documentation, ensuring that grants move expeditiously through the review and approval process, with a particular focus on timeliness, quality, and consistency

·       Conduct due diligence processes in compliance with IRS regulations and Foundation-specific policies and practices

·       Partner closely with portfolio and legal staff to ensure that all administrative, legal, and tax compliance requirements of grants are met

·       Provide counsel and support to staff who are working through potential complexities with a grant or grantee (for example, questions about organizational status, reporting requirements, and amendments)

·       Coordinate regular grant payments with the finance department to ensure timeliness and accuracy

·       Track and monitor grants, and ensure all pre- and post-grant requirements are met

·       Design and update grantmaking forms, including correspondence, applications, and reporting

·       Create, update, and document grant-related business processes and workflows

·       Contribute one’s own ideas, perspectives, and lived experiences to the emerging culture of the Foundation

·       Assume other responsibilities and explore new opportunities that arise with the evolving needs and aspirations of the Foundation

QUALIFICATIONS

·       A deep commitment to equity and social justice, and strong alignment with our organizational values

·       Ability to authentically connect the Foundation’s mission and aspirations with one’s own personal experiences

·       Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships and work effectively and respectfully with politically, ideologically, culturally, and geographically diverse people and communities

·       At least five years of experience in grants administration at a private foundation, community foundation, or other grantmaking organization

·       Excitement about data management and customer service

·       Experience creating and updating grantmaking workflows, policies, and procedures that prioritize accessibility and positive experiences for staff and applicants

·       Proficiency in grants management systems (preferred: Fluxx, GivingData, and/or SalesForce)

·       Comfort and experience working with and presenting large data sets (preferred: experience with data visualization and visualization software)

·       Preferred: Experience with grantmaking or contributions to political campaigns or funding policy advocacy work

·       A strong desire to learn about the needs of communities across the state who are most impacted by structural inequities

·       An understanding of the foundational role that racism, ableism, sexism, and other forms of bias and oppression play in perpetuating inequity

·       Humility and curiosity, and an understanding of how these qualities are connected to success in this role

·       Demonstrated capacity for self-reflection

·       Strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills combined with the ability to listen deeply and authentically

·       Advanced Excel skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint) and Adobe (Acrobat DC) and ability to adapt to new technologies

·       Enthusiasm for traveling throughout Washington and engaging with communities that may be different from your own (travel is estimated at 5% for this position)

COMPENSATION

In addition to a positive and flexible work culture, we attract, retain, and motivate exceptional people with an equitable and competitive compensation package. Salary ranges are set according to an explicit compensation policy, and relevant data are reviewed when setting ranges for each position. The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000. A compensation enhancement is provided to employees with indigenous or advanced language proficiency in more than one language that they utilize to advance the Foundation’s work across Washington. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes fully paid medical/dental/vision coverage for employees and dependent children (and partial coverage for partners and spouses), a 10% retirement contribution, generous and flexible paid time off, paid family and medical leave, a transit pass (where available), and support for ongoing professional development.

How To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter expressing your specific interests through our online application portal. Priority will be given to applications submitted by Friday, January 28. You will receive an automatic acknowledgment of your application once you submit your materials, and you can expect updates from the Foundation every two to three weeks once the priority deadline has passed.

We are committed to creating conditions where all candidates are able to fully express their talents and potential and invite you to let us know if there are any accommodations that we can provide to support you in your pursuit of this role.

Thank you for your interest in joining Group Health Foundation!

About the organization:

TransitCenter is a private foundation that conducts research and advocacy and works nationally to improve public transit in ways that make U.S. cities more just and environmentally sustainable. To do this, we are committed to reforming how and by whom decisions about transit are made, bringing new perspectives, especially those of transit riders, into planning and policy work. We believe that supporting community-based activists and harnessing our own voice are critical to advancing the type of transit advocacy urgently needed in American cities.

More about TransitCenter’s work and staff can be found on our website, transitcenter.org

Position Overview

Job Title:  Program Manager, Field Program and Grantee Relationships

Job Level: Manager

Reports to:  Director of Advocacy and Organizing

Salary Range: $84,000 to $126,000

Job Location: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Bay Area, Philadelphia, Greater Washington DC, or Boston

For candidates located in or around New York City, office attendance will be expected 2 days per week while the other 3 days per week remote work will be permitted; more time in the office will be required in the first few months of employment

For candidates located in cities other than New York City, travel to our New York City office will be expected one time per quarter.

About the organization:

TransitCenter is a private foundation that conducts research and advocacy and works nationally to improve public transit in ways that make U.S. cities more just and environmentally sustainable. To do this, we are committed to reforming how and by whom decisions about transit are made, bringing new perspectives, especially those of transit riders, into planning and policy work. We believe that supporting community-based activists and harnessing our own voice are critical to advancing the type of transit advocacy urgently needed in American cities.

More about TransitCenter’s work and staff can be found on our website, transitcenter.org

In order to live our organization values (listed below), specifically to have an equitable and inclusive workplace and because we believe in the power of complementary strength, people of color, people with low incomes, women, LGBTQ people, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

About the position: 

Position Description:  Program Managers are the primary connectors between TransitCenter and the universe of transit advocates and organizers across the country.  They hold routine conversations and meetings with grantees and other field partners to discuss strategies and tactics, work plans, alliances, organizational sustainability, and funding strategies.  They recruit and invite organizations into group organizing projects, and they make funding recommendations to senior leadership.  They assess alignment between individual organizations and TransitCenter playing a key role in defining the nature of the relationship between field organizations and TransitCenter.  Program managers are involved in strategy development and program implementation of both TransitCenter and that of our grantees and field partners.

Advocacy and organizing is a small and highly collaborative team undertaking the work described above and below in the list of “Key duties and Responsibilities.” Division of labor in the team is fluid and distributed through a combination of geographical and issue considerations, personal areas of interest and expertise, fair work load balance, and more.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Help identify, recruit, and get to know potential TransitCenter grantees and other field partners.
2. Develop trusting relationships with TransitCenter grantees and other field partners or strategic allies.
3. Develop shared strategies among field partners through group learning and decision-making spaces. Motivate and take responsibility for moving forward coordinated activities among TransitCenter grantees and other field partners including:

a)     common policy demands of local, state and federal transit agencies,

b)     common message and narrative pertaining to the central role mass transit can play in creating more racial equity and environmental sustainability,

c)      base building and leadership development techniques designed to give riders stronger roles in local organizing and advocacy

1. Facilitate technical assistance to grantees and other field partners including campaign planning, message and narrative development, policy analysis, targeted research and brokering of relationships with agency personnel and other stakeholders.
2. Look for and promote alignment between TransitCenter goals and the current workload and strategic plans of grantees and field partners. Consistently participate in routine staff meetings, retreats, ad hoc work groups etc. Represent TransitCenter within the organization, to external partners and grantees, funders, allied organizations, in assigned groups and committees, and at all times to the general public.
3. Perform necessary and routine administrative duties such as maintaining and sharing contact information for advocates and allies, helping chart and measure activities of grantees and field partners, reviewing grantee questionnaires, helping draft grant agreements, preparing grant evaluations, conducting routine expense reporting, agenda preparation and note taking.

Desired experience, skills, and knowledge:

While we are seeking candidates who have many of these skills, we understand that candidates may not have all of the skills listed below.

1. Minimum of four years’ experience in advocacy and organizing and in implementing local, state or national policy initiatives on economic &/or environmental justice matters, ideally including some familiarity with mass transit.
2. Minimum four years’ experience in coalition work, ideally assisting with coalition management and facilitation.
3. Trained in basic principles of power analysis, campaign strategy, base building and development of grassroots constituency, media tactics, and direct action.

4.     Experience with race, class and gender analysis and with promoting race, class and gender justice in programing decisions around messaging and roles.

1. Relationship building skills, facilitation skills, conflict resolution skills, ability to deliver difficult messages, active listening skills.
2. Experience in campaign planning, message and narrative development, policy analysis, targeted research, and brokering of relationships.
3. Ability to discern alignment between TransitCenter’s and partner organizations values and positions.
4. Ability to make persuasive arguments to strengthen common purpose; define and deliver assistance that supports common purpose or recommend redefinition of relationships.
5. Ability to engage in constructive dialogue around disagreements.
6. Ability to work constructively in a team.
7. Past experience representing an organization with external partners.
8. Availability to travel up to four times per year (in addition to traveling to our NYC offices four times per year, if located in another part of the country). Availability to occasionally work evening hours.
9. Ability to meet mutually agreed upon deadlines.

TransitCenter’s staff and field partners believes that change:

1. Should be informed by research;
2. Should advance big picture ambitious reforms but also secure timely pragmatic wins;
3. Requires the direct involvement of riders in decision making and public roles and the development of allies in multiple sectors:  labor; business; independent living, social, environmental, and economic justice; identity; and faith.
4. Involves constructive engagement with transit agencies and local government;
5. Requires attention to racial equity and targeted solutions;
6. Requires work at the intersection of clean energy and climate sustainability, public health, housing affordability and economic opportunity;
7. Requires broad dissemination of narrative & message about the essential role of public transit
8. Should increase ridership, advance equity and accessibility, ensure the health, wellbeing and effective deployment of the transit workforce and advance financial resilience of public transit systems.

TransitCenter’s values are:

1. Strategic: TransitCenter aims to shape transit policy and practice to make cities more just and environmentally sustainable. Our decisions are guided by strategic thinking about how to advance this mission.
2. Public-spirited: Our work is grounded in the interests of transit riders and the broader public.
3. Equitable: To rectify longstanding injustices and achieve greater social equity, TransitCenter strives to improve transit in ways that prioritize the mobility needs of people of color, people with low incomes, and people with disabilities.
4. Rigorous: We hold ourselves to high standards. Our research is methodical and applicable in the real world. Our engagement with transit professionals consistently improves the state of agency practice. Our advocacy produces tangible policy reforms that make a difference in people’s lives.
5. Inclusive and egalitarian: We foster an inclusive, egalitarian workplace where anyone can advance, everyone can contribute to major initiatives, and no one is above gruntwork.
6. Collaborative: Both internally and in our relationships with outside partners, we encourage collaboration, honest communication, and the open exchange of ideas. We believe in teamwork and the power of complementary strengths.
7. Respectful: We conduct ourselves with respect for the transit riders affected by our work, and for the transportation professionals and advocates we interact with.
8. Nimble: We are flexible. We seize opportunities that strategically align with our goals, adjust in response to new information, and change course if it better serves our mission.
9. Stewardship: Our staff are stewards of TransitCenter and shepherd our resources and reputation with care.

In order to live the values listed above, specifically to have an equitable and inclusive workplace and because we believe in the power of complementary strength, people of color, people with low incomes, women, LGBTQ people, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Benefits package:

The full benefits package will be described as part of the interview process but some of our benefits include:

• 401(k) with 5% matching contribution
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 11 company holidays, 22 days of vacation, 10 sick days per year, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

How to Apply:

Interested applicants can apply by clicking on this Google Form application link and answering the questions and submitting the requested documents.

Other information:

• If you would like to request an accommodation during the interview process, please email the Director of Operations at jelam@transitcenter.org
• Proof of covid vaccination is required for employment.

Proof of US work authorization and the successful completion of a background check are required for employment.

• TransitCenter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
• Employment is on an “at-will” basis, meaning both the employer and the employee can terminate the relationship at any time.

TransitCenter, a private philanthropic foundation, is incorporated in the State of New York, with its sole office located in the City of New York, and is bound by the employment statutes and regulations of those jurisdictions.

How To Apply

Interested applicants can apply by clicking on this Google Form application link and answering the questions and submitting the requested documents.

The Organization

The League of Conservation Voters (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 work to elect climate and democracy champions, and hold elected officials accountable to deliver on the ambitious change the public wants and science demands. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, with highly effective and impactful grassroots and community organizing programs across the country. Core to all of this work is our commitment to advance racial justice and equity.

At LCV, we approach our work through our organizational values — accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability — and we are seeking a leader who will help us maintain and expand our fundraising efforts with a deep commitment to these values.

Position Overview

The SVP of Development is a key leadership position that reports to the President, works closely with the Board of Directors and serves on the Executive Team. The SVP of Development will have the exciting opportunity to lead the largest department at LCV in raising over $100 Million+ annually through a combination of membership, major gifts, institutional giving, and special events fundraising.

The SVP is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of our fundraising efforts, ensuring that we set ambitious yet achievable goals by providing leadership, vision, and evaluation of the Development department’s performance, as well as managing relationships with some of our most important donors. The SVP will lead a skilled and growing team of over 40 development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and engaging more individuals and institutions in the work and values of LCV (501c4) and related entities, including LCV Education Fund (501c3), LCV Victory Fund (SuperPAC), LCV Action Fund (PAC), GiveGreen (Candidate fundraising), and the broader network of 30 state affiliates collectively called the Conservation Voter Movement (CVM).

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of overseeing sizable fundraising departments with varied and complex revenue streams, be a creative and thoughtful leader with demonstrated skills as a strong manager of people and systems, and have the ability to plan for and respond to growth. The SVP will need to have a deep commitment to protecting the environment and democracy and a dedication to centering racial justice and equity in all aspects of their work.

Responsibilities:

Development Department Management

●        Set and drive a clear vision for the Development department that advances organization-wide strategies, goals, and change processes.

●        Provide leadership, strategic direction, oversight, and the efficient coordination for the development team to execute the development plan and to monitor progress toward these goals.

●        Lead the fundraising team’s creation of a strategic vision for advancing our deep commitment to anti-racism.

●        Manage, develop, and retain a growing team of 40+ development professionals and actively cultivate a culture of collaboration, openness, trust, equity, inclusion, and support within the department, and in its work with other departments.

●        Lead the building, implementation, and adoption of systems and practices that support intra- and inter-departmental collaboration, integration, communication, and relationship building. Across functions, programs and campaigns, promote a fundraising culture of trust, support, resource sharing, and transparency.

●        Prepare yearly and mid-year budgets in collaboration with the Development department  leadership team and Finance department, sign invoices and contracts for the department, monitor revenue and expense budgets.

Fundraising Strategy and Implementation

●        Plan and direct a comprehensive, complex fundraising operation that includes maintaining and growing annual revenues of $100M+ from membership, mid-level donors, major donor principal giving, planned giving, foundations and other institutional funders.

●        Lead the department’s focus on expanding the racial diversity of the donor and activist base at all levels, and ensure fundraising strategies foster inclusion of donors and activists of color.

●        Own, manage, and grow a select portfolio of principal gift individual donors, institutional funders, and prospects.

●        Develop a vision and practices that increase integration and coordination of fundraising across the CVM, which is our network of 30+ state affiliates.

●        In coordination with NRDC Action Votes & NRDC Action Fund PAC, ensure that GiveGreen, a multi-million dollar candidate fundraising program, is staffed, resourced, and set up to succeed.

●        In collaboration with the Executive Team, Communications Department, and other senior development staff, create unified and inclusive messages and marketing frames to motivate and inspire individual and institutional donors and prospects at all levels to support LCV and LCVEF’s missions.

●        Coordinate with operations and campaigns teams to boost the use of data to inform goals and priorities. Work with the development team on short-and long-term revenue forecasting for membership, mid-level and major donor (individual and institutional) programs.

Executive Team Leadership and Organization-wide Goals

●        Instill a culture of philanthropy throughout LCV.

●        In collaboration with the Board of Directors and other senior leaders of the organization, help to develop and execute the overarching organizational direction, goals and strategies.

●        Cultivate strong relationships with the Boards of Directors to drive deeper engagement in stewardship and the fundraising process. Collaborate on recruitment of new Board members with an eye towards creating more age, race, and gender diversity.

Qualifications:

●        Work Experience: Required – Minimum of 15 years experience leading a robust and complex fundraising operation, with direct experience and knowledge of the full spectrum of development, including planned giving, gift solicitations, institutional fundraising, stewardship, digital and membership, as well as significant staff management.  Experience utilizing analytics, data segmentation and reporting to leverage and maximize growth, including retention, upgrade and lapsed strategies. Senior leadership experience and track record of working across multiple program areas and legal entities. Preferred – Electoral campaign experience. Familiarity with grants management and tracking across a large and growing organization. Experience in securing support for 501 (c)(3), 501(c)(4), PAC, and Super PAC contributions. Experience with operationalizing equity and developing equity and justice rooted fundraising strategies. Experience working in and raising money in organizations with an affiliated network structure.

●        Skills: Deep commitment to the organization’s mission and values. High level of cultural competence and ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Proven track record leading a diverse and large team — including deep experience overseeing staff, hiring, nurturing and developing talent. Proven track record utilizing innovative strategies to maximize fundraising efforts. Proven ability to personally cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and foundation donors at five to seven figure levels. Demonstrated strength in prospect discovery and in building effective strategies to compel new major donor investments. Experience integrating giving programs at various levels to cultivate greater donor commitments. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with various constituencies, including the Board of Directors and various Board committees, other department heads, program directors, staff, and donors. Strong track record of developing and building out effective fundraising infrastructure, including operational systems and processes for fundraising team, financial management, administration, grant and contract management, CRM work, and membership/development administration. Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure, and reactive environment. Ability to be decisive while balancing input against deadlines. Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines while handling multiple projects. Understanding of power, racial, sexual, economic, and gender inequities and their intersection with climate justice. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities and balance sometimes competing internal constituencies. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives and create a results driven culture. Articulate and persuasive communicator in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting case materials and making presentations to a variety of audiences.

●        Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build 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 US 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. The person in this position frequently communicates with Board members/major donors/foundations  and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to travel regularly and frequently (up to 2-3 times/month post-pandemic) for meetings, training, affiliate engagement as well as internal staff meetings and LCV events. The preference is for the position to be based in Washington DC but other locations will be considered. 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, through February 28, 2022.

How To Apply

Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP of Development” in the subject line by February 21, 2022. No phone calls please.

The Organization

Oregon State University (OSU) is Oregon’s largest university and the state’s only institution to hold both the Carnegie Foundation’s top designation for research institutions and its prestigious Community Engagement classification. OSU is one of only three land, sea, space, and sun grant universities in the United States and offers more than 200 undergraduate and approximately 80 graduate degree programs through its 11 colleges.

Representing nearly a third of the entire University’s student body and expected to grow to over 10,000 students in the coming year, the College of Engineering is focused on driving economic, social, and environmental prosperity by providing a supportive learning culture and ample leadership opportunities to some of the best engineering talent in the world. With a history of instruction in engineering since the 1880s, the College continues to fulfill its mission of transforming lives and enhancing society through impactful education and research that create solutions to global challenges along with partnerships that ensure responsiveness to Oregon and beyond. The College has the largest external relations infrastructure of any OSU college, making it a leader and forward-thinking role model at the University for external relations.

Position Overview

Lindauer is proud to partner with Oregon State University in its search for an Executive Director of External Relations, College of Engineering.

The College of Engineering seeks an innovative and collaborative leader for the inaugural role of Executive Director of External Relations. Reporting directly to the Dean as a member of the College’s leadership team, the Director is responsible for integrating all marketing, communication, and engagement activities.The Director will focus on advancing the reputation, building recognition, and enhancing awareness of the College with a focus on multiple constituencies including alumni, donors, employers, academia, prospective and current students, faculty, and staff. A strong communicator who values transparency and collaboration, the Director will be responsive to the needs of an established external relations team while also upholding cross-campus relationships to maintain the College’s reputation as a strong University citizen and exemplary partner to the OSU Foundation, OSU Alumni Association, and University Relations and Marketing.

The Executive Director of External Relations will bring a combination of education and extensive experience in progressively more complex roles within advancement services, such as marketing and communications, external relations, or development and fundraising. The Director will have experience developing and advancing strategies, projects, and programs across multiple teams and collaborating with a senior leader. The Director brings a commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and demonstrated effectiveness in addressing issues of diversity and multiculturalism and in building community among different groups in university or community settings.

How To Apply

To learn more and apply, contact Lindauer Senior Executive Vice President Jill Lasman or Consultant Omar Bell at https://apptrkr.com/2711833

The Organization

 The College of Charleston (the College) continues its steep upward trajectory, the campus seeks an entrepreneurial and innovative Chief Advancement Officer for the College and Executive Director of the College of Charleston Foundation (CAO/ED).

Founded in 1770, the College is the oldest educational institution south of Virginia, and the 13th oldest in the United States. Located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina, it is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. Its beautiful campus, combined with contemporary facilities, cutting-edge programs and accessible faculty attracts students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Nearly 10,000 undergraduates and approximately 1,000 graduate students at the College enjoy a small campus feel blended with the advantages and diversity of a mid-sized, urban university. They work closely with a committed faculty, made up of more than 500 distinguished teacher-scholars. And the city of Charleston – world-renowned for its history, architecture, culture and coastal environment – serves as a living and learning laboratory for experiences in business, science, technology, teaching, the humanities, languages and the arts.

Position Overview

The Chief Advancement Officer and Executive Director of the College of Charleston Foundation serves in a wide variety of roles at the College. The CAO/ED is chief fundraiser, lead alumni relations executive, key advisor to the President, partner to the other cabinet members and manager of a broad team of development professionals. This team’s primary responsibility is to secure private philanthropic funds and resources to advance the strategic plan of the College as well as to build long-lasting relationships with alumni and other key constituents. This position also serves as Executive Director of the College of Charleston Foundation, the private, nonprofit fundraising and fund management entity supporting the College. The position works closely with the Foundation Board of Directors to raise, invest, budget and steward private contributions.

The next CAO/ED will have the opportunity to build on the storied history of the College as well as the partnership offered by President Andrew Hsu, volunteer leaders, alumni and others who have contributed to the College’s philanthropic success over the past decade. To realize this opportunity, the CAO/ED will be a seasoned leader who has successfully managed a significantly sized advancement operation and has an appreciation for well-coordinated alumni relations and development programs. Specifically, candidates are required to have five to seven years of progressive leadership experience and must be skilled in inspiring staff and organizing multiple projects. Previous college foundation experience is vital.

In addition, the next CAO/ED must have a high energy level and be self-motivated. The ideal candidate will have the demonstrated ability to plan, execute and successfully complete a significant comprehensive campaign and a track record of soliciting and closing gifts of seven figures or more. Excellent communication skills, poise, diplomacy, honesty, integrity, enthusiasm and perspective are also essential. A bachelor’s degree is required for this role, and an advanced degree is preferred.

How To Apply

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile available at www.wittkieffer.com.

WittKieffer is assisting the College of Charleston in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by January 21. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal.

Nominations and inquiries may be directed to Mercedes Vance, Greg Duyck and Jevon Walton at CofC-CAO@wittkieffer.com.

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability

The Organization

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow’s physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Position Overview

Officer, Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Brookline, MA
Full Time – Remote

The Officer works to recruit, cultivate, retain, and recognize Walk teams and their participants in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk, in addition to providing support to all members of the team as needed. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals.

Embody Dana-Farber’s Core Values: Impact; Excellence; Compassion & Respect; and Discovery every day. Add value to the Dana-Farber community by seeking opportunities to collaborate across the Institute.  Foster an ethical, positive, results-oriented culture founded on open communication.

Dana-Farber is pursuing an ambitious, multi-year fundraising effort to change the future of cancer research and care: The Dana-Farber Campaign. This $2 billion campaign is the largest in the Institute’s history and one of the largest ever in the U.S. focused solely on cancer. Philanthropy raised through The Dana-Farber Campaign will accelerate the Institute’s strategic priorities by supporting revolutionary science, extraordinary care, exceptional expertise, and essential opportunities—helping us prevent, treat, and Defy Cancer.

Resume and cover letter required with application submission.

Requirements:

Revenue responsibility of $1,660,558 to be accomplished through the following:

• Primary contact for all teams raising $10,000-$20,000 for the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
  • Officer, in conjunction with Senior Associate Director, to develop fundraising plan for all teams and work individually with Team Captains and Pacesetters to continually increase revenue for the Walk
• Serve as contact for Pacesetters on teams yielding less than $5,000, as well as individual Pacesetters for the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
• Cultivate and steward new Walk teams as assigned by the Walk Assistant Vice President and Senior Associate Director
  • Officer to contact Team Captain for all new teams to set up initial donor visit to discuss team goals, fundraising strategies and expectations for Walk
• Complete donor visits to participants and Team Captains yielding 140 calls/face-to-face meetings annually
  • Year-round focus of donor visits with Team Captains, Pacesetters, and prospective Pacesetters
  • Work directly with Team Captains to formulate recruitment strategy and clearly define team goals in terms of participation and fundraising totals
  • Cultivate and steward current Pacesetters and encourage migration to higher fundraising level
  • Cultivate and steward non-Pacesetters and encourage migration to Pacesetter status
• Create and implement plan to obtain more Tweeners (those people $750 – $1,499) to become Pacesetters. Analyze these numbers throughout the year and strategize on ways to migrate these walkers to Pacesetter level

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist Senior Associate Director, Recruitment and Stewardship in:
  • Developing strategic fundraising tips and tools for participants, with a focus on encouraging and supporting all Pacesetters Teams to reach the next fundraising level, and encouraging non-Pacesetters to become Pacesetters
  • Developing recognition and incentive plans for walkers

• • Planning and executing various team events, including the Pacesetter Exclusive Event series, team events, Extra Mile Brunch, etc.
    • Larger role in planning and execution of the Young Pacesetter event for those under 18 who raised $500 or more for the Jimmy Fund Walk

• Assume major responsibilities/a leadership role with regard to set-up and logistics on event weekend
• Participate in at least one other organization’s event

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required with minimum 3-5 years’ experience in professional fundraising and/or sales. Special events or donor relations preferred.

Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills; possess the ability to work well with all DFCI Departments and donor constituencies of all levels; juggle multiple projects; and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Reliance on excel so high level of competence in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

This position will evaluate current programs and create and execute approved plans to expand and diversify the donors and participants for the events assigned in order to broaden our donor base and create even more inclusive events. Experience with diverse donors is a plus.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://careers.dana-farber.org/jimmy_fund_officer

About Dana-Farber:
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow’s physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

How To Apply

Visit: https://careers.dana-farber.org/jimmy_fund_officer

The Organization
Position Overview

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation seeks an executive director of planned giving to personally secure and proactively drive strategy for the long-term philanthropic plans of some of the nation’s most generous and thoughtful philanthropists. The executive director will also provide strategic counsel across the Foundation for giving vehicles that have been central to the success of America’s premier living history museum since its inception.

Located at the birthplace of American democracy, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation provides historical interpretation, intellectual resources, archaeology, preservation and restoration for some of the country’s most important treasures and is a convener of conversations about how the nation’s past is prologue for its present and future.

Reporting to the associate vice president of development and serving on the chief development officer and vice president of development’s leadership team, the executive director will develop a planned giving annual and campaign strategic plan and donor-centric customized planned giving portfolios, ensuring that each philanthropist’s passions are maximized. The executive director will also lead, mentor and inspire the planned giving team to new levels of success through visionary leadership. They will serve as a subject matter expert for the Foundation, ensuring that planned giving-specific policies and processes are up to date, operate in a best-practices environment and will stay aware of proposed and pending legislation that could impact key planned giving constituents. The executive director will enjoy partnership with an engaged development team, active board and loyal donor base who understand the importance of a strong culture of philanthropy.

As Colonial Williamsburg prepares to celebrate its centennial and the country celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, the executive director will play an essential role in developing the strategy for the planned giving goal of the Colonial Williamsburg’s $750 million Centennial Campaign and carry a targeted portfolio of legacy giving prospects. Success in this endeavor requires a leader with significant and sophisticated knowledge and experience in planned giving and how it relates to the entirety of the development enterprise. The executive director will demonstrate a record of accomplishment raising transformative planned gifts.

The executive director must resonate with and speak passionately on behalf of the mission and values of Colonial Williamsburg and its place in our nation’s history. This is an exciting time to join a storied institution, playing a seminal role in its promotion and preservation.

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile, available at www.wittkieffer.com.

WittKieffer is assisting Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by February 28, 2022. Application materials, nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Melissa Fincher and Lauren Bruce-Stets at CWPlannedGiving@wittkieffer.com.

Colonial Williamsburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons according to their individual, job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex (except where sex is a bona fide occupational qualification necessary for the successful performance of job duties), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or military status and any other traits or characteristics protected by federal, state or local law.

How To Apply

Executive Director, Planned Giving