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The Organization

Mountain State Spotlight is an independent, civic news organization that tells stories of importance to West Virginians about the issues and challenges facing their communities.

With a team of seasoned editors and aggressive reporters, we will produce journalism that exposes abuses of power by government, business and other institutions, and keeps after the story until positive changes are made. We will explain complex issues, and illustrate how public policy decisions affect real West Virginians. We will lift up the voices of those who might not otherwise be heard.

We focus on major issues including public health threats, economic development challenges, environmental issues, and government accountability. Our goal is to become the definitive source of information about the state.

Position Overview

Mountain State Spotlight seeks an entrepreneurial, mission-oriented development director to manage fundraising for a growing, nationally-recognized startup investigative civic news organization serving West Virginia. The broad mandate of the role is to galvanize funding for  journalism that is more crucial than ever for West Virginians.

You would shepherd the design and execution of critical functions in fundraising strategy to support a fast-paced, nonprofit journalism startup, working with the co-founders and our partners at the American Journalism Project. As a growing startup with significant financial backing from national and local partners, including ProPublica and Report for America, this role is a great opportunity to help build an organization from the ground up that will become a core public service for West Virginia.

As commercial newsrooms in the state struggle with diminishing resources, a growing number of West Virginians are deprived of the information they need, and the journalism to keep government, business, and other institutions accountable. Mountain State Spotlight was created to address this crisis, and now has one of the largest news reporting staffs in the state, with a team of talented reporters and seasoned editors focused on issues including public health threats, economic development, environmental degradation, and government accountability.

You will partner with the co-founders to design and implement an annual development plan, incorporating short- and long-range goals. Key priorities include supporting fundraising efforts by overseeing the planning and management of strategic cultivation, implementing a donor communications plan, and developing/tracking a fundraising pipeline across individual donors, as well as national and local foundations..

Out-of-state applicants are welcome, and will be expected to work and live in or near Charleston, West Virginia. Our Mountain State is a beautiful place to live, is full of exciting news to report on, and faces many challenges that demand our vigorous brand of watchdog journalism.

The organization
Mountain State Spotlight was founded just months ago by MacArthur Fellow Ken Ward Jr. and longtime Charleston Gazette-Mail editor Greg Moore. They’re being joined by Pulitzer Prize-winner Eric Eyre, to power an independent, civic news organization that tells stories of importance to West Virginians about the issues, challenges and opportunities facing their communities.

Our mission is to help West Virginians improve their state by producing “sustained outrage” journalism that exposes abuses of power by government, business and other institutions.

We are backed by Report for America, the American Journalism Project and ProPublica, and have ambitious plans to grow to meet the information needs of West Virginians, to give our neighbors the journalism they want, need and deserve.

Job responsibilities
Fundraising strategy and management:

Supervise fundraising, as well as the communications strategies that support growth and Mountain State Spotlight’s mission and vision.
Design and implement an annual development plan that incorporates short- and long- range goals
Maintain accurate,  records of progress and activity reports for the leadership team and the Board of Directors

Oversee the planning and management of strategic cultivation and stewardship events
Work with the Managing Editor to maintain working knowledge of state public affairs, including major news stories and issues that are of interest to our supporters and significant investigations by Mountain State Spotlight that drove policy impacts
Work with the CEO to implement a communications plan, including development of messages, materials, and explanations of our work used in strategic donor communications, Annual Reports, newsletters, and other communications that advance the Mountain State Spotlight’s mission and visibility.
Donor management

Support the CEO and Editor-at-large’s donor engagement as well as carry out face-to-face solicitations and other direct engagement with donors and prospects
Develop goals, strategies, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for each donor, ensuring that each one receives personalized contact
Identify new prospects for major gifts and opportunities for increased giving by current donors. Oversee prospect research and actively lead identification of prospects to bring new supporters into the organization.
Draft donor correspondence and maintain primary responsibility for developing messages, strategy memos, talking points, and donor materials.
Manage donor communications and administrative tasks including, but not limited to, thank you letters, emails and responses to donor request for information
Oversee gift processing and acknowledgement distribution
Develop a CRM and maintain accurate records
Grant Development & Management

Develop and manage annual fundraising calendar
Draft grant applications and reports
Manage the grants management database including tracking submissions, awards and reporting deadlines
You’re a good fit if
You have a strong interest in local accountability journalism and First Amendment values
You have at least three to five years of nonprofit development experience
You have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as organizational and time management skills You have knowledge of writing grant applications and/or request for proposals
You have experience using fundraising databases (a plus)
You thrive in a fast-paced startup environment where you are expected to think outside the box and build things from the ground up
You have excellent research skills; familiarity with various internet research tools
You have analytical skills; familiarity with data tracking and performance management
You are a skilled problem-solver, you’re process- and detail-oriented, and enjoy bringing order to chaos
You are proficient in any of Quickbooks Online, Microsoft Excel, GSuite, Google Analytics, Newspack, Mailchimp, and project planning tools such as Trello, or are familiar with similar tools and can learn quickly
You are organized and can handle multiple projects and people under tight deadlines
You have a collaborative spirit and are calm under pressure. You believe that we are all stronger together
Experience working in nonprofits in West Virginia or other rural Appalachian states is a plus, but not mandatory.

We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people and people with disabilities.

We encourage applicants who are ready to take on an ambitious role, but don’t meet 100% of our requirements. We’re growing, so if you’re not right for this job, you might be right for the next one.

Compensation and benefits:
Full-time, competitive salary with benefits.

Three weeks of paid time off in addition to holidays

Flexible work schedule. Some weekend and evening hours will be required.

Application process:

How To Apply

To apply or to ask questions, email jobs@mountainstatespotlight.org. Your application should include:

• Your resume
• A cover letter telling us why you are the right person for Mountain State Spotlight’s team. Describe your vision for the initial set of priorities for this role as you partner with our co-founders to build out the business functions of the organization.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis, giving an advantage to early applicants.

The Organization

ABFE is a membership-based philanthropic organization that advocates for responsive and transformative investments in Black communities. Partnering with foundations, nonprofits, and individuals, ABFE provides its members with professional development and technical assistance resources that further the philanthropic sector’s connection and responsiveness to issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Established in 1971 as the Association of Black Foundation Executives, the all-volunteer organization instituted many of philanthropy’s early gains in racial diversity. ABFE has since evolved into a fully staffed, influential network. In 2013, the organization shed its descriptor and adopted the simpler ABFE to reflect its broadening membership better. www.abfe.org.

Position Overview
ABFE is currently seeking a seasoned professional with experience in assessing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners, serving as the individual responsible for activating networks, creating supportive and proactive partnerships with the goal of delivering positive outcomes and impact for ABFE.
ABFE is seeking applications from individuals with experience working in the philanthropic sector and experience influencing strategic outcomes within partnership working groups. Applicants need to demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills, effective networking and influencing skills and experience building and maintaining productive relationships.

Position Summary
Working with the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Membership, and our ABFE members, the Networks and Partnerships Manager will lead ABFE’s base-building, capacity building, and movement campaign work. They will be responsible for aligning ABFE designated working groups/caucuses/networks, issue campaigns, movement politics, and leadership development with ambitious campaign and policy, communications, and power-building goals. The Networks and Partnerships Manager will be a public leader and strategic thinker who can build meaningful relationships with various constituencies and model its values and culture.

The Networks and Partnerships Manager works closely with ABFE’s leadership and staff to develop comprehensive strategies and systems to identify and engage ABFE’s membership and other stakeholders in organizing Black people’s philanthropic power. These comprehensive engagement strategies deepen relationships between ABFE and its membership, stakeholders, and other Black movement leaders to steward the constituent relationship, increase retention, strengthen the ABFE brand, and expand ABFE’s profile and reach into new and existing constituent groups. The position develops, sustains, supports, and shapes ABFE’s constituency partnership. This includes working with Black Foundation Trustees and CEOs, the Blacks In Philanthropy Networks, alumni of ABFE’s Connecting Leaders Fellowship Program, Black Donor Advised Funds, and Black-led Social Change Movement organizations (members and partners).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtain a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape (national, regional, and local) and think
creatively about leveraging critical voices to make ABFE’s transformative work come alive, inspiring more
individuals and constituency groups to commit to reforming philanthropy.
• Lead ABFE’s regional strategy to institutionalize ABFE’s Responsive Philanthropy in Black Communities,
Racial Equity frame, and ABFE’s ten-point platform for philanthropic reform for Black lives throughout all engaged philanthropic networks. Philanthropic networks include but are not limited to Black CEOs of
Foundations, Black Trustees of Foundations, Connecting Leaders Fellowship Program alumni, and the
Blacks in Philanthropy networks.
• Build regional capacity by identifying and cultivating members of ABFE as chairs and leaders of ABFE’s
constituency groups while ensuring the participation of a representative segment of the Black experience.
• Identify and manage individual and organizational relationships with aligned partners and groups,
including other organizations working to improve philanthropy or eradicate anti-Black racism or are
organizations that Black-led (board, staff, and mission).
• Develop a work plan in collaboration with the program and external affairs staff (development,
communications, and membership) staff to build a comprehensive and achievable strategy that meets
grant and organizational objectives.
• Serve as a co-trainer, as needed, with ABFE program staff or consultants to facilitate and lead ABFE’s racial
justice and equity workshops with Foundation clients and other stakeholders.
Skills/Qualifications
• An understanding of and commitment to ABFE’s mission and a demonstrated commitment to racial justice
and equity
• Solid working knowledge of public policy advocacy, philanthropy, philanthropic practices & the nonprofit
structures
• Solid written, interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to a high level of customer
service
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines with multi high- stake initiatives
demonstrating a flexible approach to teamwork and effective project management skills
• Proficient in Social Media tools (LinkedIn; Facebook; Instagram; Twitter)
• Proficient in computer and web-based technology skills, including data management (Salesforce and
Donor Perfect), word processing, Constant Contact, Excel, Asana
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Travel is required

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of six years’ organizing experience preferable in the area of racial justice
• Experience in workshop and meeting facilitation

How To Apply

Interested candidates, please, forward cover letter and a copy of your resume to hiring@abfe.org

The Organization
Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation.

Position Overview
You are mission-driven and action-oriented. You love to get involved and work as part of a team to accomplish something great. You value diversity, equity, and inclusion and are eager to put those values into practice. Any job is your job if it helps the team succeed, and you thrive on variety. Today, you’re looking for a role where you can use those traits to make a real difference in the world by advancing the most important social issues facing humanity today.

If that sounds like you, Arabella Advisors can’t wait to meet you.

The Associate Director, Marketing will develop and manage strategic marketing campaigns for Arabella Advisors, positioning the firm for continued growth and increasing social impact. Working across multiple geographies and lines of service, the Associate Director, Marketing will collaborate closely with the Head of Marketing and Strategic Communications and business development and client services teams to produce content and campaigns that build our brand, increase awareness of our work, and generate demand for our services among existing and prospective clients, which include leading foundations, corporations, and high net worth individuals and families.

The ideal candidate should have marketing expertise, passion for helping to achieve social impact, and experience with the professional services sector. As well, the Associate Director, Marketing should be comfortable with day-to-day marketing activities, as well as long-term strategy, thriving with tight deadlines and changing needs.

Essential Responsibilities

In partnership with the Marketing and Strategic Communications team and professionals across Arabella Advisors, lead or contribute to the following core marketing activities:
-Campaign Design, Launch, and Management: Design and execute integrated marketing campaigns, working simultaneously across multiple geographies and lines of service
-Content and Creative Development: Develop creative imagery and copy for a wide range of marketing vehicles and channels.
-Digital Media Management: Assume primary responsibility for managing ongoing publication across Arabella’s digital media properties:
Optimize website for SEO and improved lead generation
-Drive integrated use of digital media platforms—web, email, social
-Segmentation and Lead Generation: In partnership with the Sales Enablement team develop and implement systems and processes that enable the firm to more effectively segment and engage clients, partners, influencers, and other stakeholders in order to accelerate sales.
-Metrics: Develop analytics capabilities that enable the firm to track and report on core marketing metrics that drive decision-making and maximize marketing ROI

To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need:

-Bachelor’s degree or work equivalent in related field, including marketing or business administration
-At least five-seven years’ experience with steadily increasing responsibility in marketing at a corporation, agency, or significant organization
-Proven experience in campaign planning, digital marketing, and contact management
-Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities, including ability to write compellingly for the web, social networks, and other digital media.
-Experience with SEO/online optimization.
-Proficiency in website and social media management with experience in digital creation and editing (graphics, images, etc.).
-Advanced Excel skills and experience working with various business applications such as Salesforce, as well as experience and comfort with PowerPoint and InDesign
-Detail-oriented; good copy-editing skills to ensure highest quality marketing engagement with our members and participants.

Our Core Competencies:

-The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
-The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
-The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
-The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
-The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
-The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
-The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement.

Working with Us
While this position must be based in Durham or DC, please note that due to COVID-19, all Arabella Advisors’ offices are closed, and we remain a remote-first organization until further notice. We have a strong firm culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. To that end, once our offices reopen it is our expectation that all staff will generally work from the office according to a schedule agreed upon with their supervisor.

We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our base salaries are based on a blend of similar sized organizations from different sectors, including nonprofits, foundations, and professional service firms. They are also based on local market rates and differentiated by geography. You’ll start with three weeks of vacation, 80 hours of personal time, and 20 hours of paid time to volunteer at an organization of your choice. In addition to seven federal holidays, you get to pick four more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday. Our competitive health package includes medical, vision, dental, and prescription insurance, and our retirement package includes a 401(k) plan that is fully vested from day one. We also provide funds for professional development, a fitness benefit, and cover part of your personal cell phone plan.

We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more.

How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job.

Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.

We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process.
While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses.

We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.

The Organization

The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust was established in 1947 to improve the health and quality of life of people with low incomes in Forsyth County and around North Carolina. Today, the Trust works to achieve Mrs. Reynolds’ vision by supporting thriving North Carolina communities, thriving residents, equitable access to health care, and equitable health outcomes. By listening to and learning with communities, the Trust works to achieve, long-term sustainable change to have a greater impact on the people Mrs. Reynolds asked the foundation to serve more than 70 years ago.

Position Overview

The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust is seeking a Director of Learning and Impact to work at the intersection of strategy, planning, grantmaking and evaluation. This position leads and supports the Trust’s efforts to both demonstrate the impact of our work and learn from our experiences in ways that sharpen our theory and practice. While striving to maintain independence and objectivity in planning and assessment of the Trust’s work, the Director of Learning and Impact analyzes and structures knowledge to frame options, generate insights, and draw conclusions that allow the Trust to iteratively refine its strategies for impact in North Carolina. Our work is centered in equity, systems change and capacity building frameworks.

What the Job Looks Like

• Develop and operationalize an equity-grounded learning agenda.
• Establish evaluation priorities through close collaboration with Trust Leadership and program staff.
• Design and expand the trust data infrastructure system.
• Continue to evolve and sharpen the trust metrics and evaluation to measure progress and impact.
• Act as internal advisor on strategy design, development of evaluation frameworks, and internal review processes.
• Examine research and literature to make recommendations that strengthen the Trust’s strategies aimed at meaningful impact.
• Work with senior leadership to communicate evaluation results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the Trust within the philanthropic and nonprofit evaluation and assessment community.

What We Offer You

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (the Trust pays the entire cost of employee-only benefits coverage)
• HRA (Health Reimbursement Account) funded by The Trust
• Company paid STD, Life, and AD&D benefits.  Partial paid LTD, Long Term Care
• 403(b) plan with employer match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Salary range for the Director of Learning and Impact position: $115k – $125k

How To Apply

To apply, please go to: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=od59efwp&s=ABFE  

PLEASE NOTE: To be considered, all applicants MUST include:

• An updated resume.
• Cover letter.

Our hiring management partner is myHR Partner. myHR Partner is not a staffing service or recruiter. All resumes/applications will be reviewed for this position and only for our organization. Applicants who meet the initial qualifications will be contacted for a video or phone interview.

If you are selected to receive an offer of employment with our company, your employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of work references and other background checks.

We realize that it takes time and effort to go through our application process and we thank you for considering applying for this position. We kindly ask for no emails or phone calls as a means to further your application process. These efforts will not enhance your opportunity for consideration, and we are not equipped to respond to these requests. We thank you in advance for your adherence to this request.

Thank you for your interest in our position.  We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.

EOE, M/F/D/V.

The Organization

Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies refers collectively to two grantmaking entities, Margaret A. Cargill Foundation (MACF) and Anne Ray Foundation (ARF). The two foundations have separate boards and investment portfolios but share a common mission of supporting efforts to enhance quality of life and prevent and relieve suffering of children, families, and seniors; preserve and promote the environment and the arts; and encourage the humane treatment of animals. In 2019, our national and international grantmaking efforts consisted of 498 grants totaling more than $240M. We are proud to offer a welcoming workplace that supports our employees’ careers, health, and overall wellbeing. We supplement that environment with activities throughout the year that promote collaboration, learning, and fun.

Position Overview

Are you an Executive Assistant known for your ability to keep things running smoothly? Do you want to bring your expertise to a mission driven organization with global impact?  Do you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same and you have a wide variety of responsibilities? Is planning, organizing, and keeping track of all your team needs to accomplish and achieve goals a strength you bring to the teams you support? Do you want to bring your expertise to a welcoming workplace where you are inspired to learn, create, and excel through strong relationships with your team, your partners, and your community? If this sounds like you, keep reading!

kp prime search, the retained search division of kpCompanies is leading the search for an Executive Assistant to join Margaret A Cargill Philanthropies as their next administrative team member supporting the programs team.

POSITION:
As the Executive Assistant, you will support the Vice President, Programs, and Director Program, Operations. In this position, you will work in a mission-driven, results-oriented, highly collaborative and community-focused environment. To thrive in this position you will lean on your ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, using strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and your ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. You will gain a working knowledge of MACP’s processes and systems to understand how to organize and prioritize the information for different audiences.
You will work independently and sometimes will work under pressure to handle a wide variety of activities. The ability to handle this information with discretion is a critical aspect of your work because you will have access and exposure to a wide variety of information, often confidential and sensitive in nature and will work with senior leaders and their support staff. Your work will include projects that are developmental in nature, sometimes with multiple inputs and initial ambiguity as they unfold.

This position reports to the Vice President, Programs and is a member of the Program Operations team and the Administrative Support Team.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage calendars for Vice President, Programs and Director, Program Operations, keeping them up to date frequently about upcoming appointments, commitments and conflicts, and monitoring of calendar to keep days running smoothly
• Plan, prepare, coordinate and document all necessary details and materials for: executive meetings, presentations, travel, expense tracking and reimbursement, program-related vendor invoice payments and approvals
• Anticipate departmental needs and respond expeditiously, proactively, with the utmost accuracy, and follow-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
• Provide Vice President, Programs and Director, Program Operations with proactive communication ensuring visibility to critical deadlines, thorough meeting preparation, scheduling preferences, prioritization of projects, accuracy of written materials and meeting details
• Arrange complex and detailed domestic and international travel plans, itineraries, and agendas
• Maintain documents on SharePoint sites including ensuring accuracy of information, effectively organized, coded properly, and current and easily accessible to those who are authorized to review them

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 5 or more years of experience supporting C-Level Executives
• Advanced knowledge of following software platforms: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point), and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with managing complex travel arrangements, including international travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working in a non-profit organization
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Sharepoint and CRM software

TRAITS, SKILLS, & ABILITIES IMPORTANT TO YOUR WORK:

• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion
• Skilled at anticipating needs and being proactive and creative to address those needs
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners and others
• Highly resourceful team-player able to work collaboratively, with the ability to also be effective independently
• Adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate a high level of customer service and response
• Ability to work in an environment of rapid change with evolving systems, processes and policies.

How To Apply

MACP is partnering with KP Companies in this search. Applications including a cover letter, addressed to the MACP hiring team, describing your interest that includes a short statement about why you’re interested in this position, your experience that would allow you to thrive in this organizational culture, your resume, and where you learned of the position should be sent to: terra@kpcompanies.com Please include MACP – Executive Assistant in the subject line.

Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply.

This position provides a salary in the range of $68-78,000 and an extremely comprehensive suite of benefits.

The Organization

The Opportunity

Maryland Philanthropy Network (MPN) is conducting a search for its President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Founded in 1983 by Baltimore area grant makers to provide a forum for philanthropic peers to come together to learn and collaborate, MPN has grown steadily to become a resource for philanthropy across the state.

Today, MPN represents about 130 member organizations and serves as a neutral convener, supporter of collective action, and reservoir of institutional knowledge about our cities, communities, and philanthropy. MPN is dedicated to maximizing the impact of giving on community life through a growing network of diverse, informed, and effective philanthropists. The organization is committed to deepening the community’s understanding of racism and the actions we can take individually and collectively to recognize and disrupt bias, challenge our own norms and practices, and support other organizations in doing the same. MPN’s annual revenue is approximately $1.5M, and it has a team of 11 staff and consultants.

MPN’s Board of Directors is searching for a motivated, seasoned executive leader who is passionate about strategic philanthropy and its potential to make a positive difference in the region. The new CEO will lead the continued evolution of this respected membership organization and will ensure MPN is regarded as a leading voice in advancing racial equity.

MPN: An Overview

MPN is a statewide membership association representing more than 130 organizations that together steward more than $9 billion in charitable assets. Its mission is to maximize the impact of giving on community life through a growing network of diverse, informed, and effective philanthropists.

About MPN’s Members  

MPN welcomes philanthropic organizations that believe their individual giving can be leveraged for greater impact through learning, alignment, and collaborative action with other funders and partners across sectors and communities. Grantmaking must be a significant part of a prospective member’s activities, with grants awarded making up at least 50% of the organization’s total annual expenditures. This and other membership requirements are outlined in greater detail on MPN’s site.

About MPN’s Work

MPN provides services and consulting to meet the needs of its members. These offerings include:

• Designing programming and series to meet the needs of trustees, executives, and professional philanthropic staff members at every level of engagement and career stage
• Hosting issue-based funder affinity groups  (e.g., arts, education)
• Extending the capacity of members with staff who curate information and cultivate opportunities
• Supporting innovation within MPN’s membership, as well as through cross-sector partnerships
• Supporting dialogue, workshops, and events that raise awareness of systemic, structural, and institutional racism, with the goal of inspiring action that will create a more equitable sector and city
• Providing a responsive infrastructure that connects funders to address emerging issues, policy shifts, and current events impacting our communities
• Representing and connecting the philanthropic sector to key audiences
• Leading advocacy in member issue areas to inform policymakers across the state
• Providing targeted programs and workshops that strengthen the connection between philanthropy, nonprofits, the public sector, and social sector innovators
• Providing consulting expertise and services to meet the technical needs of members
• Providing fiscal hosting services and support that strengthens the nonprofit ecosystem

Structure of MPN

MPN is led by a 20-member Board that sets the organization’s direction and provides guidance to the CEO. MPN members elect Board members from within the organization’s membership. The Board’s work is supported by several standing committees, as described on MPN’s site.

Position Overview

The CEO Role

The new CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors and lead a highly skilled team to balance the organization’s long-term strategy and day-to-day operations. This is an opportunity for an exceptional, collaborative leader with vision to build upon a strong organizational foundation and reputation. This unique moment in our country’s history will offer new challenges and opportunities to lead advocacy, innovation, and collaboration.

Critical Competencies for Success

Board Partnership and Strategic Direction

• Collaborate with the Board, staff, and members to evolve the organization’s vision and refresh its strategic plan; ensure that future objectives reinforce MPN’s commitment to racial equity as an organizational operating principle
• Define, communicate, and lead the execution of major initiatives; coordinate member and staff support of those initiatives
• Foster an innovative culture within the organization; seek new methods and approaches for achieving MPN’s goals
• Serve as principal liaison between MPN staff and the Board; provide transparent and forthright updates to the Board on successes and areas needing support
• Provides guidance to the Board and committee leadership on governance and policies 

Advocacy and Representation

• Serve as an ambassador for MPN, ensuring engagement with a wide stakeholder group, including funders, media, policy makers, the public, and other philanthropy-serving organizations
• Strengthen ties with other organizations consistent with MPN’s mission; help MPN take a leadership role in the broader collaborations and partnerships in which it participates
• Develop and carry out an advocacy agenda related to the philanthropic sector that incorporates the needs and interests of members
• Inspire members to support MPN’s advocacy efforts

Member Network Leadership

• Continue the key work of maintaining and building meaningful and authentic relationships with the MPN membership; increase and strengthen member engagement
• Align members around key issues for advocacy, shared learning, and collaborative action
• Apply expertise in the fields of philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, and public policy to benefit MPN members through responsive programming, strategy, and leadership
• Collaborate with Board and staff members to identify opportunities for statewide membership growth

Financial Stewardship

• Sustain a staff-inclusive and -informed annual budgeting process
• Manage the organization to meet budget requirements
• Ensure ongoing revenue through member dues and donations sustained through positive and ongoing partnerships with members and funders
• Develop and manage other long-term sustainable revenue streams and business models (e.g., grants, capital campaigns, investment revenue, other measures)
• Assist the Board in developing and maintaining appropriate reserves and reserve policies, as well as investments and investment policies
• Negotiate and execute appropriate and reasonable contracts on behalf of MPN
• Secure an annual audit performed by qualified auditors for presentation to the Board
• Oversee the growing fiscal hosting portfolio

Staff Development and Management

• Retain and grow a talented and inclusive team that embraces a culture of collaboration, learning, and shared leadership
• Serve as the individual solely responsible for the hiring, supervision, termination, promotion, and compensation of MPN’s employees, within budgetary constraints determined by the Board
• Support professional development and mentoring, leadership opportunity at all levels, and equity among team members
• Establish administrative and personnel policies, as well as the organizational structure for staff

Candidate Profile

MPN is fortunate to be staffed by a highly competent, collaborative, and supportive team. Staff members are committed to individual and team equity, as well as leadership development. Ideal candidates for this position will reflect MPN’s core values, embrace its team culture, and demonstrate an ability to quickly integrate into the community in order to be an engaged, inspiring, collaborative and ethical leader. MPN is seeking candidates with a variety of experiences and attributes, with emphasis on the following:

Professional Qualifications

• At least 5 years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit fiscal management, budgeting, and operations
• Experience working with a Board of Directors and developing effective governance
• Ability to think strategically and critically, interpret data, synthesize complex issues and information, proactively identify new opportunities, and manage change
• An understanding of philanthropy as a vocation and a demonstrated personal commitment to philanthropy and social justice
• A connection to the nonprofit and public sectors that extends beyond philanthropy
• Experience working in and making connections on behalf of a statewide organization; experience in Baltimore or a similar urban environment highly desired

Personal Qualities

• Ability to be visionary about philanthropy and Baltimore / Maryland and mobilize the Board and staff around that vision
• Commitment to and value of racial equity as an organizational operating principle
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to listen, convene, facilitate, and connect in a way that attracts participation even among competing interests
• An inspiring and inclusive leader with a successful track record of creating collaborative work environments and modeling work/life balance
• Ability to work as a team member, demonstrating a positive mindset, sense of humor, patience, confidence, and humility
• Curiosity about learning and leading members in conversations that can challenge and shape the sector

Compensation

MPN offers a comprehensive benefits program, paid time off  and a competitive compensation package.

To Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter and current résumé (Microsoft Word® format preferred) to mpn@smartinsearch.com. The cover letter should outline how your experience fits the requirements of the position as this will be an important factor in considering your candidacy.

MPN is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to creating an environment and team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, styles, and experiences. MPN does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Additional Information 

For more information, contact:

Sterling Martin Associates
1025 Connecticut Avenue | Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036

David S. Martin | Managing Partner
mpn@smartinsearch.com
(202) 257-1627

Stacy Saltzer | Senior Executive Recruiter
mpn@smartinsearch.com
(330) 666-5059

The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 largest private foundations in the U.S. Our staff of over 100 employees works to expand opportunities in America’s cities for people with low incomes. We do this through grantmaking and social investing nationally in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and placed-based work in Detroit, Memphis, New Orleans and other parts of the country.

Our state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting features. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the position

The Program Officer for Health will assist in the design and implementation of a grantmaking program that addresses the nation’s persistent and growing health disparities and seeks to improve the health of low-income communities. We support the advancement of equity-focused systems of health. An equity-focused system of health offers everyone an opportunity to have a healthy life regardless of race, gender or income. To achieve health equity in the United States, we must work across sectors to influence institutions, advance policies, and develop leaders with the ability to transform systems to support the health and well-being for people of color in low-income communities.

The Kresge Health program works to achieve equity-focused systems of health through three strategies:

·       Accelerate the Integration of Health and Human Services – We will invest in innovation in Health and Human Services providers to work across sectors to create more seamless, effective, and sustainable interventions that impact the well-being of people and the communities they serve.

·       Leverage Institutional Investment for Community Health – We will work to influence local and regional institutions to align their financial and human capital investments to build healthy, prosperous communities and equitable, sustainable economies.

·       Support Community-Driven Solutions for Health – We will drive locally determined solutions that influence policies, systems, services, and practices to create equitable conditions and improve well-being.

In our work, we look for efforts that:

·       Include and build genuine community engagement and leadership.

·       Facilitate cross-sector partnerships and connections.

·       Prioritize health equity.

·       Develop innovative policy solutions.

·       Direct resources to upstream strategies.

·       Promote access to opportunities that can improve health.

·       Employ effective communication strategies.

·       Evaluate and disseminate the impact of health initiatives, programs, and investments.

This is an exciting time for health philanthropy. Many of the basic health protections and resources that Americans have relied on are under threat. At the same time, policy makers, institutions and others are seeking new solutions and models that can generate better outcomes and reduce health care costs. The Kresge Health program aims to play a vital role in both safeguarding essential resources for health, while fostering innovation that can improve opportunities for health in low-income communities.

The individual filling this position will report to the managing director and work in close partnership with other members of the Health Team, as well as with the foundation’s Grants Management team and Social Investment Practice, a team that uses loans, loan guarantees and deposits in support of Kresge program goals.

The position is based in Troy, MI.

Primary responsibilities

1.     Contribute to grantmaking strategy development for the program. Contribute to the team’s program development.

2.     Participate in funder and cross-sector collaboratives to achieve program objectives.

3.     Contribute to the team’s development of criteria to evaluate the effectiveness of the portfolio and participate in the evaluation of the results.

4.     Reach annual investment and grant targets, both individually and collectively.

5.     Obtain, maintain, and share a high level of knowledge of the most effective strategies and current thinking in the field: What works? What are the most effective and /or innovative ways to support the work? What are effective strategies to implement with partners?

6.     Participate in national networks, affinity groups, and other external efforts to advance the program’s strategies and the team’s standing within the health and health care fields.

7.     Interact with other health grant makers, nonprofit leaders, and public and private sector stakeholders active in the field of health and health care to assess developments in the field and strategic points for philanthropic engagement.

8.     Work collaboratively with other Kresge program teams on joint grant-making projects, development of and support of cross-team initiatives, and represent the team on internal foundation working groups and committees.

9.     Expand, build, and maintain relationships with organizations and leaders, especially those that have been traditionally underrepresented in philanthropic investment.

10.  Prepare, individually and with other team members, strategy papers and other written materials for the foundation’s management and Board of Trustees.

11.  Participate in health team activities to develop grant outcomes and evaluation criteria for grants; review reports and interpret results; reach annual grants target; evaluate letters of inquiry and grant proposals.

12.  Work with the Social Investment Practice to evaluate the feasibility of alternative forms of capital support for health and health care organizations and contribute to the program’s embrace of social investment tools.

13.  Conduct grantee site visits.

14.  Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in relevant or related fields is required.

·       Minimum of five years of experience in relevant health or related fields.

·       Experience in public health or non-profit organization, including any related background in community organizing and/or development.

·       Strong commitment to the foundation’s vision, values, and equity with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·       Previous grantmaking or lending experience is preferred, but not required.

·       Experience that demonstrates commitment to racial and social justice and community engagement to impact change at the community level.

·       Advanced knowledge of policy advocacy and the policymaking process, community organizing, and community-informed policy change.

·       Excellent analytical and writing skills.

·       Experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies to effect change.

·       Demonstrated experience in managing programmatic budgets, including the ability to analyze financial information and business plans of nonprofit organizations.

·       Demonstrated ability to think of several possible explanations or alternatives for a situation, anticipate potential obstacles and develop contingency plans to overcome them.

·       Ability to adequately assess a situation, make sound judgment, use relevant information to support the decision, and be able to distinguish useful information from the irrelevant one when making a decision.

·       Effective time-management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload and deliver work products within deadlines.

·       Experience in project development and management, budgets, and work plans.

·       Strong communications skills and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

·       Experience working collaboratively across sectors.

·       Ability to do national travel (~40%) which may fluctuate depending on project schedules.

How To Apply

Please click the link below to apply. The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on January 6, 2021

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=333402&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Kresge staff are working remotely, and our Troy and Detroit offices remain closed until further notice. Kresge staff will not be traveling or attending in-person meetings during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 largest private foundations in the U.S. Our staff of over 100 employees works to expand opportunities in America’s cities for people with low incomes. We do this through grantmaking and social investing nationally in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and placed-based work in Detroit, Memphis, New Orleans and other parts of the country.

Our state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting features. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the position

The Kresge Foundation has been utilizing social investments to complement its grant making activities for about 12 years. Since inception, the Foundation has invested over $300MM, of non-endowment capital, through the practice and there is strong executive and Board support to accelerate the Foundation’s use of non-grant forms of capital that prioritizes programmatic return (debt, equity, guarantees, deposits). The Social Investments Practice is a stand-alone department that sits aside the Foundation’s Program’s departments and reports directly to the CEO. The Social Investment Practice does not manage the Foundation’s endowment.

The Portfolio Manager will be located in our Troy, MI offices and work closely with Social Investments and Finance Department staff as well as other foundation employees and investee organizations to manage existing investments and to support the ongoing learning, evaluation and asset management of transactions.  This is an asset management position, although the incumbent may support some origination work after the first year depending on interest, ability and the needs of the team.

This position works with multiple stakeholders and the candidate must have the right blend of hard and soft skills. The ideal candidate will have a finance or banking related asset-management background, an understanding or expertise in non-profit financial statements and business models, an understanding of the social/impact investing sector and a passion to support the use capital to make a difference. Prior experience with social investing or private foundations is a plus, but not required. The candidate must have strong writing and communications skills as well as an aptitude for visualizing data, identifying trends, and distilling details into an insightful high-level view.

Externally, this position works with grantees, borrowers, investors, consultants, and legal counsel.

Primary responsibilities

1.     Closely manage an assigned subset of the portfolio and oversee management of other subsets managed by analysts or other staff

2.     Ensure a high degree of accuracy for all information provided to internal stakeholders

3.     Foster strong relationships with portfolio investees and partners across the foundation

4.     Together with analyst(s), ensure receipt of required investee reporting

5.     Review investee reports for material changes or investee requests

6.     Analyze financials and other information to ensure fidelity to investment terms, distill learnings and to monitor the health of investee organizations

7.     Participate in, and oversee, the periodic investment review and risk rating processes for all investments and make investment level, and portfolio-wide reserve recommendations

8.     Work with other functional areas of the foundation to maintain forecasts of disbursements and guarantee payments and track new investment activity.

9.     Produce quarterly reporting including portfolio reports, cash-flow, disbursement, and guarantee payment projections

10.  Support the careful monitoring and intensive analysis sometimes required for watch-list investments

11.  Serve as the team-lead on ensuring investment actions are properly documented and recorded in the foundation’s internal systems

 Qualifications

·       B.A. in related field, advanced degree preferred.

·       Five to seven years’ experience in banking, finance, community development finance or related fields.

·       Located in SE MI, or willingness to relocate within 6 months of hire date.

·       Experience monitoring portfolio investments to ensure fiduciary and investment responsibilities are being met.

·       Demonstrated ability to take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.

·       Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective and constructive working relationships and partnerships.

·       Strong investment acumen and successful track record of managing investments.

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact as a team member with diverse Foundation colleagues.

How To Apply

To apply please click the link below. The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST January 6, 2021

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=333394&source=CC2&lang=en_US 

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Kresge staff are working remotely, and our Troy and Detroit offices remain closed until further notice. Kresge staff will not be traveling or attending in-person meetings during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

The Organization

The Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice is the only philanthropic organization working exclusively to advance LGBTQI human rights around the globe. We support brilliant and brave grantee partners in the U.S. and internationally who challenge oppression and seed change. We work for racial, economic, social, and gender justice because we all deserve to live our lives freely, without fear, and with dignity.

The first grantmaker to hundreds of organizations, Astraea plays a catalytic role for LGBTQI groups around the world – particularly those led by lesbian, bisexual and queer women, trans and gender-nonconforming folks, intersex people, and people of color. Our grantmaking, capacity building, media and communications, and philanthropic advocacy programs support their work to build powerful movements for justice. A proud public foundation and one of the first women’s funds in the world, Astraea has granted over $46million to LGBTQI activists and artists in our 43-year history.

Position Overview

Full Time (35 hrs/wk with benefits)

Are you passionate about mobilizing resources for grassroots movements? Are you a fearless fundraiser who loves bringing donors into social justice work and helping them align their resources with movement needs? Do you have strategic expertise that you’d like to contribute to advancing Astraea’s critical mission at this pivotal time for the world? Do you find fulfillment in team leadership and mentorship of up-and-coming fellow fundraisers? We are looking for you to join Astraea’s close-knit, committed, and leaderful Development team!

Building on a decade of institutional and programmatic growth, Astraea is excited to be bolstering our Development team as part of a holistic strategy to support our long-term sustainability as a resource partner to our movements. The Associate Director, Individual Giving will lead and manage Astraea’s individual donor program. Individual giving has accounted for 10-20% of Astraea’s revenue for the past several years. We are looking to diversify our resources, first via deeper stewardship of our current individual donors and then by expanding our donor base in the coming years. Reporting to the Senior Director of Philanthropic Partnerships, working in close collaboration with the Development Officer, Individual Giving, and partnering with Astraea’s senior leadership and Board, the Associate Director will oversee and execute an overall plan for donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship as well as hold a dedicated portfolio of donors.

The ideal candidate will live in the greater New York region and be able to travel regularly (at least one to two times a month) to New York City if they are not based in NYC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

●      Strategy and Leadership

○      Develop and manage strategies to strengthen donor stewardship and cultivation, including determining and monitoring relationships with prospects and donors; identifying those to be involved in cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation; and ensuring that solicitations are carried out

○      Oversee the design and implementation of fundraising campaigns in partnership with Development and Communications teams

○      Collaborate closely with the Development Officer, Individual Giving on strategy development and moves management while providing mentorship and supervision

○      Partner with the Senior Donor Systems and Database Manager and the Development Officer, Individual Giving to identify and move donors that have the potential to deepen their commitments

○      Further develop strategies to cultivate individual donors, such as planned giving, corporate matching and ERG engagement, and events

●      Fundraising

○      Develop and execute strategies to sustain and grow a robust individual giving program, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Astraea’s 700+ active individual donors

○      Manage a personal portfolio of approximately 100 donors (portfolio strategy to be finalized with Development team), building close relationships and soliciting annual, multi-year, and planned gifts

○      Produce thoughtful donor communications that connect individual donors to our mission and programs

○      Plan and execute donor engagement activities that bring individual donors close to our work

○      Strategically involve senior Astraea leadership, Board and Program colleagues in donor cultivation

○      Identify and execute strategies to reach new donors, including via prospect research

●      Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

●      Minimum of seven years’ experience fundraising, including proven success cultivating and stewarding individual donors

●      Demonstrated track record of securing gifts of at least $25k and above, with a preference for experience working with donors from grassroots to six figures across different types of giving (direct individuals, family foundations, donor-advised funds, planned giving, etc.)

●      Demonstrated track record developing and leading fundraising strategy, including team leadership and supervision of frontline fundraisers and/or other Development team members

●      Experience in and knowledge of social justice, human rights, and/or philanthropic fields; experience at a public foundation or women’s fund a plus

●      Excellent interpersonal skills to manage a wide variety of internal and external relationships

●      Excellent written and oral communication skills

●      Exceptional organizational skills and ability to handle multiple and often competing deadlines

●      Ability to work efficiently, collaboratively, and flexibly as part of a team

●      Commitment to and knowledge of issues facing domestic and global LGBTQI, feminist and racial, economic, and gender justice movements

●      Passion for Astraea’s mission as a public foundation and women’s fund

●      Ability to travel approximately 25% of work schedule, post-pandemic

COMPENSATION

Astraea offers a competitive salary and benefits for this position, including resources for professional development. The starting annual compensation is $110,000. U.S. work authorization is required.

How To Apply

Please send resume/CV and cover letter to jobs@astraeafoundation.org with “Associate Director, Individual Giving” in the subject line, or submit via the form on our website by December 11th, 2020. No phone calls, please. Only applicants being considered for interviews will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to engage in a presentation or other skills-based task as part of the hiring process.

Astraea is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse (multi-gender, cross-class, and multi-racial), collaborative, and sustainable work environment. We strongly encourage all to apply, especially Black, Indigenous and People of Color; lesbian, bisexual, queer, trans, and gender non-conforming people; intersex people; and people with disabilities.

For more information visit www.astraeafoundation.org.

The Organization

Boys & Girls Club of Rochester offers programs designed to empower youth to excel in school and lead healthy, productive lives. Our Club staff serve as caring mentors who provide positive relationships while they guide, coach, and motivate kids to be successful.

We are an out-of-school program open when kids need us most. Our membership is open to youth from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Club provides programs for kids and teens tailored to their specific educational and health needs.

For more than 20 years, we have provided our members with:

• A safe, positive environment. Our Club is a safe haven where members feel physically and emotionally secure at all times.
• Fun. Our Club facilities, staff and program offerings create a welcoming, positive environment that allows members to engage in activities, enjoy their play time and be happy and eager to come to Club.
• Supportive relationships. Our Club ensures safe & meaningful relationships with adults and peers.
• Opportunities and expectations. Club staff and programs consistently communicate the expectation that every child has the potential to excel, be productive and succeed at Club and in life.
• Recognition. Our Club takes every opportunity to recognize and validate Club members’ achievements and accomplishments

Position Overview

Summary:
The Director of Resource Development works with the Chief Executive Officer to establish organization-wide strategies for growing financial resources for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. Serves on the leadership team, coordinates with the Resource Development Staff, and oversees event planning, grant management, individual and corporate contribution development, and planned giving. The Director of Resource Development oversees staff, and carries a portfolio of development responsibilities. Also responsible for marketing and advertising, this individual leads the Resource Development Department, and has specific responsibility for major gift strategy and cultivation.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction to the CEO and Board of Directors in the effective operation of all development and fundraising activities.
• In collaboration with the CEO and Board of Directors, develop and implement a strategic plan for single and multi-year resource development efforts.
• Ensure the evaluation of development activities and identify opportunities to improve results.

Cultivation

• Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate and foundation sponsors, and individual donors, and grow the donor base.
• Develop strategic alliances with community leaders and local officials. Develop collaborative partnerships with funders and community organizations.
• Working together with department staff, lead, oversee, or manage the annual giving campaign; corporate, foundation, and government grant proposals and reports; and special event fundraising.
• Engage strong and robust involvement of volunteers, including the BGCR Board of Directors.

Administrative Oversight

• Ensure administrative and operational systems to:
  • track fundraising income, compile income status reports and variance reports; and
  • recognize contributions with acknowledgment letters and special recognition events.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Club’s annual budget, controlling expenditures within the budget and maintaining donor and financial records in accordance with standards.
• Supervise staff on the Resource Development Team.

Marketing and Public Relations

• Maintain good public relations with stakeholders and media; including clearly articulated Return on Investment communications with investors.
• Maintain strong branding and adhere to Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s graphic and brand standards.
• Lead and support all marketing efforts including annual reports, pledge cards, and newsletters as well as online marketing and communications.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support of various fundraising projects/initiatives assigned by CEO, such as endowments, major gifts and planned giving.
• Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of fundraising experience in nonprofit organization, direct sales, or business development experience in a service industry.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Comfortable with ambiguity and a fast-changing environment.
• Passion for serving children and youth, especially those who need us most.
• An equity mindset and commitment to racial justice.
• Positive, “can-do” attitude, flexible and teamwork-oriented, attention to detail, self-driven, and initiative-taking.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to resource development including resource management, communications and public relations, strategic planning, endowments and partnership development.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically.
• Strong partnership-building skills.
• Superb computer skills and comfort using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
• Working knowledge of budget development, control, and management.
• Working knowledge of grant preparation, reporting, and solicitation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, Board members, committee members, community groups, and other related agencies.

How To Apply

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to:

Chad Campbell, CEO
ccampbell@bgclubroch.org