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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is the region’s largest grantmaker and permanent charitable endowment. Our mission is to create positive and sustainable change in Greater New Haven by increasing the amount of and enhancing the impact of community philanthropy.

Position Overview

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region’s largest grantmaker and permanent charitable endowment, is seeking a qualified candidate for Program Director for New Haven Healthy Start.  The Community Foundation’s mission is to create positive and sustainable change in Greater New Haven by increasing the amount of and enhancing the impact of community philanthropy.

Title: Program Director
Department:  Grantmaking & Strategy
Reports to:  Vice President for Community Engagement
FLSA Status:  Exempt

POSITION:
Under the direction of the VP for Community Engagement, The New Haven Healthy Start (NHHS) Program Director is responsible for leading all areas of NHHS implementation, including interaction with and support to funded sites, assurance of ongoing quality improvement efforts at sites, and compliance with federal data and documentation requirements. The Program Director also ensures full integration of NHHS with city-funded perinatal services and linkage of NHHS to other programs relevant to the health and wellbeing of women, infants, fathers and families. In addition, the position represents the program and expands the program’s presence among local and statewide community partners as designated by the VP for Community Engagement.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Working with subcontractors and administrators to monitor contract compliance and implementing the Quality Management and Assurance System (QMAS)
• Preparing and submitting required federal grant reports including data reporting requirements
• Ensuring all data is input into the database for the National Evaluation
• Planning and implementation of the Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Perinatal Learning Collaborative
• Leading and Coordinating the process for development of federally mandated performance benchmark and  annual reports and reapplications
• Working closely on all activities with evaluators and data managers from other organizations, including the CT State Department of Public Health
• Representing NHHS and The Foundation  at meetings and Healthy Start activities
• Serving as back up to CAN Coordinator and Core Services Manager, as required
• Supervising three Healthy Start staff, as required
• Interacting with the federal Project Officer
• Some travel required

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in public health or related field or bachelor’s degree in related field and at least five years of leadership experience in a related program area
• Successful experience convening and working with community-based organizations, and working with consumers and other community stakeholders
• Excellent writing and editing skills; effective public speaking skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to interpret and present basic public health data and to explain the meaning of public health statistics
• Ability to develop and implement work plans and timelines
• Ability to manage complex tasks and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated commitment to health equity and to women’s health
• A commitment to an inclusive environment
• Supervisory experience

How To Apply

Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume/C.V. and a short writing sample to Human_Resources@cfgnh.org with the words “Program Director application-ABFE” in the subject line no later than May 17, 2019.  No phone calls please.

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is an equal opportunity employer.

Association of Black Foundation Executives (ABFE)

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 was credited with many of philanthropy’s early gains in diversity. It since has evolved into a fully staffed, influential network. In 2013, the organization shed its descriptor and adopted the simpler ABFE (ab-fee) to better reflect its broadening membership.

https://www.abfe.org

Position Overview

The Position

The Membership & External Affairs Data Specialist is responsible for administering all aspects of our membership data base processes for donor records, acknowledgments, reporting and analysis. The specialist also oversees membership program data collection, the tracking of contractual data requirements and reporting functions.

Responsibilities & Key Functions – 50%

Membership Data Base

• Perform all Donor Perfect (DPO) database administration including but not limited to: coding development, record maintenance, reporting, duplicate record merging, clean-up tasks, security and quality control audits for cash, volunteer support & in-kind donations.
• Ensure the timely processing of gifts and generation of automated acknowledgment system that allows the personalization of thank you letters in support of specific campaigns and member interest.
• Produce and manage the accurate creation/generation of financial, analytical, statistical and demographic reports as well as mailing lists, recognition lists and other data extracts as requested.
• Produce invoices for new members and/or membership renewals according to their expiration dates.

Data Analysis & Specialized Donor Reports

• Produce and manage reconciliation, revenue and other reports such as gifts and pledges and acknowledgement activity for Membership & External Affairs Vice President
• Build and communicate performance metrics, reports and dashboards to illustrate key organizational trends. Use financial models that enable forecasting and lend greater predictability to fundraising revenue streams. Incorporate both quantitative and qualitative elements to convey key drivers of fundraising effectiveness.
• In coordination with internal analysis working groups and key stakeholders across multiple departments, analyze strategies and tactics that result in optimal campaign performance and increased lifetime value of ABFE members. Identify trends and opportunities in order to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Provide training and technical support to all Donor Perfect database users. Assist Director of Membership and Special Events and Fundraising Manager in using the aspects of the program required to support the fundraising efforts of the organization.
• Support Director of Membership and Special Events and Communications Manager in creation of specific donor selections for varying campaign messaging and goals.
• Assist in the organization and implementation of campaign mail merges via DPO with multiple layers of personalization.

Events – 10%

• Assist in coordinating and tracking all event logistics, including registration set-up and reporting

Program Data and Reporting – 30%

Program Data Collection

• Work with Vice President of Membership & External Affairs and Director of Membership and Special Events to collect and enter member data into data base and spreadsheets to ensure accurate and timely access of key information and statistics

Program Reports

• Assist Executive Director with data and information needed for government funding and private grant applications.
• Provide data for grant requests and reports, upon request from VP Membership & External Affairs and External Affairs team.
• As needed, work with VP Membership & External Affairs and/or External Affairs Team, to analyze and interpret data for program planning purposes.

Other Administrative Roles – 10%

• Respond to general info emails and basic phone inquiries.
  Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree
• Two years + experience with fundraising software, preferably Donor Perfect Online (DPO), donor database applications; and online giving software
• Ability to work with multiple data base systems
• Strong strategic and analytic skills to find and leverage agency information in ways that can improve agency outcomes and efficiencies
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel, and Google Suite.
• Ability to effectively interact and collaborate with co-workers, clients, and volunteers with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and treat each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion.
• Excellent organizational and initiation skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete a variety of expected and unexpected tasks.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in constantly changing and sometimes demanding or chaotic environment.
• Willingness and ability to make sound judgment without on-site supervision.
• Practicalities

  Experience:

• Database Administration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Education:
• Associate (Preferred)
• Reports to: Director of Membership and Special Events and Vice President, Membership & External Affairs

  Work station: ABFE Office: 42 Broadway, 20th fl.

  Hours/schedule: This is a full-time, non-exempt position (40 hours/week) with benefits. May require some evening.

How to Apply:

Send resume and cover letter to hiring@abfe.org

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Ben B. Cheney Foundation is seeking a Senior Program Officer (SPO) to work with our team as we support philanthropic efforts across our community.  You will be joining an organization that has a 44 year legacy of deep commitment to service from the time of its founding by Ben Cheney who was dedicated to giving back to the communities in which he was fortunate to live, work and build a family and business.
Over that time, our foundation has given upwards of $100 million to 1400 organizations which are addressing community needs, supporting vulnerable populations and helping our community thrive.  You will be joining us to continue this legacy and be a leader on our staff team who brings a dynamic perspective on how our foundation can evolve to serve our communities even more effectively in the years ahead.

WHO WE ARE
Founded with a mission to support youth sports endeavors, we now fund organizations across the communities in which Ben Cheney grew his business in the areas of education, health and social services, community development and cultural programs.  To get a better sense of why and how our mission evolved, we encourage you to watch:
http://www.benbcheneyfoundation.org/an-american-dream-shared-video/
Our team is small but mighty, as we do much with our numbers.  We value and actively model the importance of collaboration, respect, humbleness, integrity, empathy and responsive and active listening.
We bring those same values as well as a dedication to supporting our vibrant and diverse community to our work with the organizations we fund.  We listen and work in true partnership, meeting these community organizations where they are and supporting their missions as we know they understand best how to address needs on the ground and what works and what doesn’t.
The SPO role is based in Tacoma, Pierce County where Ben Cheney built his business and began the Cheney foundation.  If you live here, you know this already, and if you are considering this position and moving here you will find it to be an amazing place to live and work full of natural beauty, friendly people, diverse neighborhoods and renowned cultural, academic, civic and business organizations.

Position Overview

THE ROLE

As the SPO, you will be responsible for all aspects of developing and overseeing our grants including:

• Reviewing and evaluating letters of intent and proposals
• Developing recommendations for our foundation’s Executive Director (ED) and Board of Directors (board)
• Presenting proposal recommendations internally
• Researching, learning and thinking strategically, in thought-partnership with the ED and board, about new opportunities for funding or emerging community needs
• Monitoring and overseeing grants and reviewing grant reports
• Overseeing the internal infrastructure that manages our grantmaking process

You will also be one of the faces of the foundation and will:

• Represent the foundation across a broad and diverse group of community partners and stakeholders
• Attend and speak at, where appropriate, community forums and events
• Travel to sites to discuss, support and creatively problem-solve with community organizations
• Serve as a primary point of contact with grantees and potential grantees, including
  • Interacting with existing or potential grantees to learn about ongoing work and future opportunities
  • Engaging with and assisting community organizations seeking information about the foundation, its work and its grantmaking processes

Internally, you will work as a close and valued colleague with the rest of our team – staff and board – to advance the foundation’s mission consistent with our culture and values.

You will report to the ED and, when called on, to the foundation board.  Please note that this role is set to begin in the mid-late August 2019 timeframe.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

To join our team, you will be a highly motivated and proactive professional who possesses the following knowledge, skills, abilities and other attributes:

You will be:

• Dedicated to supporting a thriving community
• Someone who possesses a service and volunteer spirit both professionally and personally
• An adaptive leader and manager, particularly adept at exercising soft authority
• Entrepreneurial
• A strategic forward-thinker
• An active listener and someone who respects, elevates and incorporates in our work voices across the community, particularly those who are sometimes or often voiceless
• A continuous, curious and self-reflective learner
• A collaborator and connector
• A facilitator
• Empathetic and relational – able to build relationships across all types of stakeholders

You will have demonstrated over your career:

• The heart of a teacher
• Humility
• A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• The highest level of integrity and ethics
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
• Superior management and organizational skills
• A friendly, gracious and approachable manner
• The ability to balance short and long-term work
• A high tolerance for ambiguity
• Familiarity with grantmaking
• Familiarity with the communities in which we fund OR the ability to learn and build relationships and networks quickly
• Proficiency with standard technologies used in the grantmaking field and facility in adapting to new technology
• A sense of humor and joy in the work

Also required:

• A Bachelor’s degree or above
• A minimum level of 10 years in a leadership and/or managerial role, preferably with philanthropy, program or non-profit management
• Enthusiasm for and ability to travel around our regions – Washington, Oregon and northern California – and potentially other areas of the country as the work requires.

COMPENSATION

The Ben B. Cheney Foundation offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. The salary for the SPO will be commensurate with the individual’s qualifications, experience and work history. Benefits include a generous vacation, health insurance and retirement package among other benefits.

How To Apply

TO APPLY

We have retained The Giving Practice to support our search for this position. If you believe you are the right match for this opportunity, please apply by uploading your cover letter and resume to our online application portal.  In your cover letter, please tell us why you are the right person for this job. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please contact Dawn Chirwa of The Giving Practice at TGPsearch@philanthropynw.org.
You may also recommend individuals for this position by submitting names and any supporting materials to Dawn Chirwa at the email address above.
Materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis and should be submitted by Friday, June 14, 2019 for priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.
The Ben B. Cheney Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to reflect the wide-ranging diversity of our community. We recognize, respect and work to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage those who share these values, particularly candidates of color and those from other underrepresented groups, to apply.

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), located in Princeton, N.J., is the largest philanthropy in America dedicated solely to health. Since 1972 we have been providing funding, assistance, and research for projects and programs to help people, their families, and their communities be as healthy as possible. RWJF is committed to working alongside others to build a national Culture of Health that provides everyone in America a fair and just opportunity for health and well-being.

We take seriously our responsibilities, and we pledge to work in ways that reflect our guiding principles. These are rooted in equity and influence everything we do at RWJF. Diversity, inclusion, and collaboration allow our staff’s wide range of experiences, passions, and perspectives to enrich our work and strengthens our ability to address our nation’s most pressing health issues. With a career at RWJF you will make a difference.

Position Overview

This senior program officer position is a two-year termed position within the Coordinating Center, Leadership for Better Health. The Coordinating Center supports collaboration among four RWJF leadership programs in order to strengthen their ability to produce high-impact, networked leaders from diverse sectors and backgrounds who are equipped to build a Culture of Health. It aims to create greater impact across the four programs through planning and coordination, managing operational support, building meaningful connections between programs and participants, and highlighting participants’ efforts. The Coordinating Center also supports RWJF’s efforts to strengthen the capacities, visibility, and influence of diverse leaders.

The successful candidate will have experience leading people through multi-stakeholder strategic planning, a personal and professional commitment to equity, and extensive experience and proven leadership in one or more of the Foundation’s interest areas.  Additionally, education and experience equivalent to an advanced degree (MA/MS) and six (6) or more years of relevant experience in program development, management.

RWJF offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

RWJF is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How To Apply

Click here for more in-depth details on this opportunity, and to apply.

The California Endowment, a private, statewide health foundation, was established in 1996 to expand access to affordable, quality health care for underserved individuals and communities, and to promote fundamental improvements in the health status of all Californians. Headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, The Endowment has regional offices in Sacramento, Oakland, Fresno and San Diego, with program staff working throughout the state. The Endowment challenges the conventional wisdom that medical settings and individual choices are solely responsible for people’s health. The Endowment believes that health happens in neighborhoods, schools, and with prevention. For more information, visit The Endowment’s Web site at www.calendow.org

Position Overview

The Program Director, Prevention in Health Systems, has principal responsibility for leading, advising and guiding staff, Executive Management and the Board on the policy and practice opportunities for advancing The Endowment’s efforts to catalyze a prevention based and equity focused health system that is accountable to the consumers it serves.  This is a system that provides access to affordable and quality preventive care for all, develops and expands partnerships to address the social determinants of health, supports a pipeline of culturally competent health workers and addresses equity at all levels.  The Program Director, Prevention in Health Systems is responsible for state and federal program and policy assessment, advocacy, program research, analysis, planning and development, and grant recommendations to advance comprehensive health systems transformation. The Program Director, Prevention in Health Systems is the primary staff contact and spokesperson for TCE’s health systems work, is a key member of The Endowment’s Director’s team and works closely with the Chief Learning Officer and Senior Vice President of Healthy California/Enterprise to strengthen the overall impact of The Endowment’s Prevention in Health Systems work. The Program Director, also manages a team of Senior Program Managers, Program Managers, Program Associates and Administrative Assistants to implement and manage all aspects of grantmaking in addition to collaborating with other Endowment Directors to maximize impact at all levels of the organization. The Program Director reports to the Senior Vice President.

Provide strategic leadership, planning and management for the Prevention Team and The California Endowment.

·         Support overall management of Healthy California, Prevention Team, to include supervision of staff and management of the budget.

·         Work with other Directors to coordinate the development and implementation of policies and procedures for The Endowment.

·         Lead strategic planning efforts and advise the foundation on opportunities to advance health system goals in conjunction with other Endowment Directors.

·         Establish goals, objectives, and performance measures for staff, in coordination with other Directors.

·         Monitor and analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions including organizational or process changes.

·         Initiate and oversee specific projects for The Endowment, as determined by the CEO and Senior VP.

·         Supervise a team of 6 staff, with up to 3 direct reports.

Maintain collaborative relationships and strategic partnerships

·         Work closely with The Endowment staff to create an integrated internal and external and well understood TCE approach to health systems change as well as to mutually support goals and needs across the organization.

·         Lead and participate in collaborative efforts with external partners on broad-based policy issues aligned with The Endowment goals.

·         Manage a portfolio of policy and advocacy grants.

·         Advise the Board and TCE leadership of developments in the health policy environment.

·         Speak and participate in external meetings and conferences as a representative of The Endowment.

·         Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with community and policy organizations and state and federal policymakers to enhance the presence of The Endowment in the public policy arena.

Develop and implement a health systems policy and practice agenda for The Endowment

·         Maintain and expand relationships with external partners to inform and advise the development and implementation of The Endowment programs and strategies.

·         Serve as the lead for state-wide policy development.

·         Conceive, develop and support research and analysis on health policy issues, develop background papers and briefs to inform and support program goals and strategies.

·         Monitor trends in health policy, review literature and news articles, and track local, state and federal legislative and policy activity related to health systems.

·         Manage knowledge and information flow for easy access, transparency and usability by internal and external partners.

·         Work with Endowment staff and partners to ensure that community health issues and concerns inform policy directions.

·         Work with Communications staff to develop programs and materials to improve the health policy knowledge and skills of TCE staff and grantees through user-friendly briefings, trainings, and written materials.

Qualifications:

·      Commitment to the mission of The California Endowment, genuine interest in and sensitivity to diversity, and pride in California’s multicultural communities. Experience and background that demonstrates deep support of the values and principles that underlie the grant-making and strategies of the foundation.

·      A strong appreciation of diversity as an asset, the importance of partnership strategies to improve health in underserved populations, and building and strengthening the capacity of community-based organizations and coalitions to drive policy, systems and narrative change.

·      Strong background and experience in the development and/or oversight of health and/or public health programs, as well as a keen understanding of the relationship between programs and public policy.

·      Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills. Enjoys both learning and teaching. Is able to fluidly cross the boundaries of the foundation, community, academic, public health and health care delivery sectors to engage a variety of audiences critical to the foundation’s mission.

·      Excellent oral communication skills. The ability to convey key messages to various audiences and speak effectively in public forums.

·      Excellent leadership, management and supervisory skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team player.

·      Excellent conceptual and analytic abilities including clear judgment and creative thinking.

·      Excellent writing skills and ability to summarize complex information clearly, concisely and accurately.

·      Knowledge and expertise in health care and health policy, community organizing, as well as the policymaking process and environment at the local, state and federal levels.

·      Self-organization and discipline, with a demonstrated ability to listen and respond with flexibility, as appropriate.

·      Demonstrated initiative and strong ability to work independently.

Minimum Education:

·      Master’s degree in health policy, public health, public administration or related discipline preferred.

Minimum Experience:

·         10-15 years of experience in health policy, advocacy, community organizing or strategic communications.

·         Experience which demonstrates the ability to conceptualize, think critically and strategically, and communicate in written and verbal form.

·         Experience working with policymakers, advocates, researchers, community organizations, and private sector leaders.

How To Apply

Please submit your resume to HRresumes@calendow.org and reference “Program Director, Prevention in Health Systems.  To be considered, your application must include a cover letter detailing how you helped advance health and social change through your work experience.

TITLE: Director of Philanthropy
JOB #/FAMILY/GRADE: 150010/Development/Grade 9
SUPERVISOR: State Director
LOCATION: Des Moines, IA
STATUS: Salaried
START DATE: Flexible by July 2019

Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable.  One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50 United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.

Position Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Philanthropy leads a comprehensive, ambitious development program that secures significant philanthropic resources from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support The Nature Conservancy’s conservation goals in Iowa, in North America and around the world. They must be a proven strong and inspiring leader, a successful major and principal gifts fundraiser with skill in designing and executing complex donor strategies and experienced in program management. This position serves as a member of the Iowa Chapter’s senior staff which helps set the strategic direction for the chapter, works closely with the Iowa Board of Trustees, and will report to the State Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Director of Philanthropy oversees all major gifts functions, including major- and principal- gift fundraising, managing multi-year fundraising campaigns, planned giving, donor prospecting and research, and stewardship. They will supervise philanthropy staff members and will be responsible for a select group of prospects and donors. They will be responsible for volunteer engagement and managing selected trustee relationships.

The Director of Philanthropy will meet the strategic priorities of the Iowa Chapter by developing and managing plans and strategies, working collaboratively across the organization, coordinating with program staff on needs and budget, and engaging with donors/partners. They will lead diverse philanthropy activities, develop and document complex processes, and constantly seek to improve results. The Director of Philanthropy must work constructively with all levels of staff, trustees, donors, volunteers, public and private sector colleagues, and partners including financial/legal advisors.

The Director of Philanthropy oversees marketing efforts for the Iowa chapter to increase awareness and engagement for our work to create a broad constituency for conservation. They will collaborate with team members to develop and shape the messaging of conservation activities to donors and the public. They will work in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy’s global marketing department to oversee the implementation of marketing and membership initiatives within Iowa.

The ideal candidate will be relationship focused and build authentic and meaningful connections with both donors and staff with clear follow through. They will be strategic and ensure that fundraising plans help meet not only the immediate needs of the chapter but help ensure sustainability for the future. In addition, they will develop their team and empower other staff to actively participate in the philanthropic process. We seek a team player with strong communication skills. They will understand and comply with all TNC gift-related policies and procedures and ensure ethical compliance, as defined by the Association for Fundraising Professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Accountable for Iowa Chapter’s fundraising goals.
• Broad management responsibility for philanthropy, including training, professional development, establishing clear directions, setting objectives, and overseeing the execution of day-to-day work.
• Extensive management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives and manage performance of a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to foster an environment of creativity and professional growth.
• Commit actions and resources in a way that affects public image and binds the organization financially or legally.
• Develop and administer a fundraising strategic plan, and budget and fundraising objectives. Establish measures, evaluate results and develop corrective strategies as needed.
• Ensure that programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for ethical compliance.
• Lead new programs/initiatives that will ensure department and organization-wide goals and strategies are achieved.
• Implement and direct multiple projects, directing work of staff, managing budget, setting deadlines, and ensuring accountability.
• Maintain record keeping and confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information.
• Manage strategic initiatives through collaboration with stakeholders to enhance performance in accordance with short and long-term objectives.
• Maximum opportunity to act independently, resolves complex issues within program area.
• May direct or participate in negotiations for complex, high profile or sensitive agreements.
• Responsibility and accountability for meeting strategic goals and objectives.
• Travel frequently and on short notice, work long hours and weekends.
• Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years related experience.
• Experience asking for and closing major gifts.
• Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents such as major donors, foundations and corporations.
• Experience in planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities.
• Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in current trends in principles, practices, and procedures of charitable giving, particularly in the areas of capital campaigns, major gifts and planned giving.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of and passion for conservation.
• Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in major gifts giving and solicitation.
• Knowledge and experience with messaging and marketing.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Effective training skills.
• Effectively communicates via presentations, conversations, and documents.
• Knowledge of advanced gift planning concepts.
• Proficiency in synthesizing materials from multiple sources into a coherent and accurate summary.
• Understanding of best practices in non-profit management.

How To Apply

Application Deadline: Monday, May 13, 2019
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample through The Nature Conservancy’s online application system at nature.org/careers. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, May 13, 2019.  If you are having technical problems with the site or application process, contact applyhelp@tnc.org and include the job opening ID. Any questions related to this specific position may be directed to ccarter@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy’s Asia Pacific (AP) Region spans a large part of the world, has extensive natural resources and a wide diversity of ecosystem types. For example:

• Australia, China and Indonesia are 3 of the top 10 forested countries by area.
• Mongolia’s temperate grasslands are the world’s largest.
• The Coral Triangle alone – encompassing parts of Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands – contains 75% of the world’s coral species.
• AP includes seven of the world’s top 10 fishing nations, by volume.
• The Yangtze, Yellow and Mekong are three of the 10 longest rivers in the world.
• The Pacific Ocean provides protein for coastal communities as well as drives huge economic and human well-being outcomes from its fisheries and reefs.

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is an organization with a mission of conserving the lands and water upon which all life depends, AP has a crucial role to play in that mission, but the region’s natural assets are under enormous pressure.

• 60% of the world’s population.
• China and Indonesia are two of the world’s four most populous countries.
• AP has been the fastest growing and most economically dynamic region of the world for the past 40 years.
• Seven of 10 of the world’s largest cities are in Asia.
• Large numbers of increasingly wealthy people living in urban areas creates enormous demand for food, fiber, fuel, water and minerals, impacting the region’s natural resources and ecosystems.

To address these challenges and to preserve the natural systems on which so many people depend, TNC’s AP Region, now 30 years old, in combination with TNC’s global priority teams, has developed ambitious conservation programs in more than a dozen countries across the region.  And these programs, while increasingly engaged with local civil society in the mission of TNC and generating funding locally, rely on philanthropy from the U.S. and Hong Kong (HK) to support TNC’s conservation work in Asia Pacific. For more information on the scope of that work, go to https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/asia-pacific/

Position Overview

This position manages the fundraising teams in the U.S. and Hong Kong as well as the Regional Marketing and Communications staff who provide marketing and communications support from bases in the U.S. and HK.  The DOD serves on the executive team for the AP Region which sets strategic direction and vision for the region. The DOD oversees fundraising in both the U.S. and Hong Kong as well as the development of content for funding proposals, marketing and communications materials, media placements, and executive communications.  As such, the communications and marketing function for the region is integrated and aligned with the philanthropy program and reports to the AP DOD.  The U.S. based fundraising team works with U.S. state-based and Principal Gifts Relationships Managers (RMs) to steward current donors as well as engage prospective donors in support for the region’s work. In that role, the DOD will work with RMs to develop donor strategies, identify moves, and close gifts that support the region. TNC also has fundraising teams in Australia, China, Indonesia and New Zealand that are managed by the local TNC Country Directors, The DOD will support these in-country fundraisers as needed and will also provide proposal support, marketing materials and other collateral needed by the in-country fundraising teams. The DOD maintains a dotted line relationship to the in-country fundraising leads and will provide strategic as well as resource support where needed to advance a donor strategy and/or close a gift.

We seek a Director of Development, Communications and Marketing (DOD) for the Asia Pacific Region who is responsible for directing all aspects of development, marketing and communications functions and who secures significant financial resources to support conservation goals for the AP Region, specifically,

• Supervise a team of 12 philanthropy and marketing professionals located in the U.S. and HK.
• Engage with RMs and individual donors personally, through the management of direct reports, and in partnership with senior conservation staff from the Region and Global teams.
• Lead TNC philanthropy staff across Asia-Pacific, including Australia, China, Indonesia, and New Zealand, to develop best practices, standardized metrics, organizational consistency and branding continuity in communications across the regions
• Optimize the integration between TNC development staff (e.g. Principal Giving Network, Global Strategy Team, and state-based DODs, to drive discussions regarding donor support for AP, share information, and present a One Conservancy face to AP donors.
• Serve on the AP Leadership Team.
• Maintain visibility into all aspects of the global marketing team, serve members of the Global Marketing and Communications team, and lead conversations on behalf of the region with respect to communications and marketing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The DOD conceives, develops, and manages fundraising and marketing plans, donor strategies and communications to build support for the region’s conservation work.  S/he focuses on long-range strategic priorities, advances the Conservancy’s goals, and communicates a broad vision to others. S/he establishes and monitors activity level benchmarks and measures of success. S/he manages the development and implementation of a strategic, integrated, and collaborative approach to maximize success, including organizing communications. S/he facilitates strategic dialogues with clients and senior-level stakeholders, probing to identify key issues and requirements, negotiating and developing solutions, and synthesizing a plan of action tailored to audience. S/he directs diverse activities, develops complex practices and processes, project outcomes, and initiates changes to improve effectiveness. S/he manages priority vendor relationships. The DOD works closely with and manages relations with key stakeholders including senior management, internal teams, donors, and volunteers to achieve program goals. S/he may be responsible for presenting analysis and recommendations to Trustees and AP Council members.

The DOD is responsible for a select group of prospects and donors, the size of the portfolio will be determined in part with consideration for the scope of supervisory responsibility. S/he may be responsible for volunteer engagement and managing selected trustee relationships. Specific roles and responsibilities are as follows:

1.      Lead AP Region in fundraising, including:

• Supervise and develop U.S. and HK based philanthropy, marketing and communications teams.
• Serve as RM for key AP donors and prospects.
• Liaise with key TNC teams including principal gifts, foundations relations, corporate engagement, etc.
• Support Co-Regional Managing Directors to develop and implement fundraising and revenue vision, as well as drive fundraising planning and initiatives across the AP region, with primary goals reflecting key AP priorities for the organization.
• Participate in regional leadership decision-making and provide support to the AP Council Program Manager.
• Responsible for monthly and quarterly progress/challenges across AP region.

2.      Lead communication and marketing efforts including internal and external communications, themes, fundraising goals, campaign materials, collateral materials, donor strategies, proposals, grant writing etc.

• Drive efforts to obtain, create, store in an easily accessible and useful format, manage and disseminate content from country programs around individual project and campaign themes.
• Work with global communications team staff in development of proposals and strategy for AP principal gift donors.
• Facilitate cooperation and collaboration, as appropriate, across the various AP teams in pursuit of regional and global philanthropy, communications and marketing objectives.  

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Accountable for fundraising goals of $20 million a year through a fundraising department or development program.
• Broad management responsibility for administrative, professional, and volunteer staff, including recruitment, retaining, training, professional development, establishing clear directions, and setting “stretch” objectives.
• Conceive, design and direct high-level and interdepartmental projects, coordinating the work of other professionals, managing budget, and ensuring program accountability.
• Conceive, design, and lead strategic initiatives and goals through collaboration with senior-level stakeholders to enhance overall performance in accordance with short and long-term objectives.
• Direct or participate in negotiations for complex, high profile or sensitive agreements.
• Ensure functional program meets commitments and is managed for ethical compliance with TNC policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements.
• Exercises leadership in strategic and tactical manners, works with fellow leaders to establish and evaluate policies and/or long-term programs.
• Financial management of program; setting budget and fundraising objectives, analyzing results, and taking corrective actions.
• Maintains confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information.
• Strategic decisions may affect public image, impact multiple programs, and bind the organization financially or legally.
• Travel frequently and on short notice, work long hours and weekends.  Approximately 33% travel required, both in the US and internationally.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and 9 years related experience, including 3 years working at a senior level.
• Experience with Principal Gift level fundraising and with the use of fundraising tools and systems.
• Experience developing strategies, building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents such as major donors, foundations and corporations.
• Experience working in, or with clients, from the Asia Pacific region or other non-US region.
• Experience leading and managing performance of a geographically distributed team of professionals
• Experience conceiving and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Experience working in a large, complex, not-for-profit environment.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of relevant field.
• Experience managing a large multidisciplinary department, including planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with Asia Pacific region and culture.
• Effectively communicate via presentations, conversations, and documents.
• Experience in managing a geographically dispersed team.
• Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline.
• Expert understanding of best practices in non-profit management.
• Knowledge of advanced gift planning concepts.

 ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES

Accountability for Outcomes

Pushes for excellence. Establishes challenging goals for self and others to drive performance in support of the Conservancy’s mission. Rewards behavior that achieves these standards and is aligned with the organization’s mission/ values. Acts to address performance problems in a timely and appropriate manner.

Builds Organizational Capability

Builds or adapts organizational structures to accomplish the mission and to improve performance. This includes reorganizing organizational systems, structures, processes, procedures, communication channels or reporting relationships. With the Conservancy’s strategic filter in mind, determines who can contribute, gets the right people involved, and builds bench strength for the future.

Collaboration & Teamwork

Shows a willingness to put the needs and goals of a global organization before personal/local/departmental needs. Works with others across organizational boundaries. Makes decisions, sets priorities, and allocates resources to help the organization achieve results.

Courage & Decisiveness

Makes decisions and stands by them. Makes timely decisions even under pressure and when lacking complete information. Has the courage to modify decisions and admit why and how they were wrong.

Develops Strategic Partnerships

Improves position of the Conservancy with key stakeholders and constituents. Builds broad, global networks with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., boards, NGOs, government agencies, donors, other conservancies) to raise awareness of conservation issues and further organizational goals.

Focused Innovation

Personally demonstrates innovative thinking and encourages this behavior in others. Is willing to take calculated risks within organizational parameters to achieve tangible results that advance the strategic agenda of the Conservancy. Achieves results by generating and encouraging the development of imaginative, novel, or original ideas and solutions that are consistent with TNC strategy.

Influences for Results

Achieves results by persuading, convincing, or influencing others. Adapts approach to the individual or group and knows how and when to use complex influence strategies. Uses success stories and passion for the mission to generate enthusiasm and support.

Strategic Initiative

The ability to identify trends and opportunities for the Conservancy to achieve effective global conservation. Develops strategies and plans aligned with the mission. Understands both the immediate and long-term implications of each decision by looking beyond their local environment.

Visionary Leadership

Inspires team to meet challenges and implement the strategy. Includes communicating an inspiring vision and generating clarity, commitment and passion for the mission.

 This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.

How To Apply

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.nature.org/careers and apply online with cover letter and resume to Job #47591 or apply directly here.  All resumes and required cover letters must be submitted through The Nature Conservancy’s online application system.  The application deadline is May 19, 2019 at 11:59 PM EDT.  If you experience technical problems with the site or application process, please contact applyhelp@tnc.org and include the job opening ID.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or other status protected by law.

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

Position Overview

About the Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the position

The Human Services Program has an immediate opening for a Senior Program Officer to assist in the design and implementation of a grantmaking strategy that addresses the nation’s persistent and growing human services issues.

We seek to position The Kresge Foundation as a recognized leader within human services philanthropy by partnering effectively with other foundations, public, private and nonprofit sectors, and by deploying our capital in innovative ways for the benefit of nonprofit organizations and the people they serve.  With a racial equity lens, we are laser focused on achieving person-centered systems change that accelerates social and economic mobility for children and families. To accomplish this we work with local, state, and national partners who are reimagining support systems and co-creating solutions with children, families and community partners. The goal is to meet them where they are and provide the support they need to build well-being and to reach their full potential.

To learn more about our strategy to advance social and economic mobility and how we think about person-centered care, please watch our video at www.kresge.org/programs/human-services.

Although the human services field is facing significant challenges, the sector is maintaining its momentum, realizing outcomes, and helping children, families and communities in cities around the nation achieve their dreams.  We accomplish this by investing in these focus areas:

1.                   Cultivating the next generation of human services organizations.  We support a cohort of high-performing nonprofit and public sector human services organizations in many ways, including creating organization and cohort-wide action plans that accelerate social and economic mobility and revolutionize the human services sector.

2.                   Supporting place-based opportunity ecosystems.  We focus our efforts in select cities to build sustainable, integrated and person-centered systems of supports and services.

You will join Kresge at an exciting time, becoming a member of a team that is engaged in human services during a period of transformation and impact. Although the program’s broad themes and funding priorities are directed at improving opportunity (social & economic mobility) this role will require you to work across non-human services sectors and in the realm of policy and community-based environments.  This position reports to the Managing Director of Human Services.

We are interested in someone who brings a combination of experience and deployment of best practices in two or more of these areas:

•                      Brain-science informed, two-generation, whole family approach; the important role of fathers; and/or trauma informed situations.

•                      Health and human services integration, person-centered systems changes, and outcomes.

Primary responsibilities

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

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

3.                   Utilize social investments tools, such as program-related investments, to achieve objectives.

4.                   Contribute to the development of criteria to evaluate the effectiveness of the portfolio and participate in the evaluation of the results.

5.                   Maintain individual and collective responsibility for reaching annual investment and grant targets.

6.                   Obtain, maintain, and share knowledge of effective strategies and current thinking in field – what works, what are the most effective and /or innovative ways to support the work, and how to implement strategies with partners.

7.                   Participate in national networks, affinity groups, and other external efforts to advance the program’s strategies and the team’s standing within the human services field.

8.                   Interact with other human services grant makers, nonprofit leaders, and public and private sector stakeholders to assess developments in the field and strategic points for philanthropic engagement.

9.                   Work with other Kresge program teams on mutually planned and developed collaborative efforts.

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

11.               Identify possible grant and social investment opportunities that advance the program’s strategies.

12.               Develop grant outcomes and evaluation criteria for one’s own grants; review reports and interpret results; reaching annual grants target.

13.               Evaluate letters of inquiry and grant proposals.

14.               With the Social Investment Practice, evaluate the feasibility of alternative forms of capital support for human services organizations and contribute to the program’s embrace of social investment tools.

15.               Manage consultants and commission research as needed. Lead research and program development along with managing director.

16.               Within the team calendar, conduct site visits and partake of professional development opportunities.

17.               Maintain a high level of external visibility and involvement, and lead community initiatives on behalf of the foundation.

18.               Operate in full alignment with the program strategy and initiatives.

19.               Lead and manage projects across the grantmaking strategy.

20.               Write and publish complex strategy papers and complex grant write-ups. Actively sources strategic and programmatic grants.

21.               Perform other duties as assigned.

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

Qualifications

•                      Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant field is required; Master’s degree and relevant credentialing are preferred.

•                      Minimum of seven to ten years of experience and leadership in relevant human services or related fields.

•                      Experience working collaboratively across the nonprofit, private and public sectors.

•                      Previous grantmaking or lending experience is preferred.

•                      Proven ability to distinguish between technical and adaptive challenges in the field and support the development of strategy to address those challenges.

•                      Effective problem solving and decision-making skills

•                      Excellent analytical and writing skills.

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

•                      Demonstrated ability to work in a high demand, fast-paced environment.

•                      Ability to take initiative to achieve results.

•                      Financial analysis skills, including the ability to analyze audited financials, balance sheets, and business plans of nonprofit organizations; experience with complex financial instruments desirable.

•                      Strong verbal communications and social skills, including the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

•                      Proven strong strategic thinking skills and the ability to lead and contribute to critical conversation focused on advancing policy solutions and systems change.

•                      Ability to undertake extensive (~30%) national travel.

•                      Commitment to supporting families and communities.

•                      Experience supporting a strength-based approach.

•                      Experience embracing the importance of racial equity.

•                      Excitement and commitment to help the Human Services team achieve the vision.

Application deadline for this position is May 31st , 2019

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.

How To Apply

Please apply via the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=176692&source=CC3&lang=en_US

Philanthropy Ohio is an association of foundations, corporate contributions programs and other grantmaking organizations.  Its vision is to provide a just and vibrant Ohio through impactful philanthropy and the mission is to lead and equip Ohio philanthropy to be effective, powerful change agents in our communities. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are among Philanthropy Ohio’s core values. We believe that greater diversity, equity and inclusion is a matter of fairness and effectiveness in our profession.

Philanthropy Ohio’s membership is comprised of approximately 210 independent and private foundations, community foundations, corporate foundations and giving programs, and grantmaking public charities, as well as professional partners. Incorporated in 1984, Philanthropy Ohio is a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with a regional office (serving northern Ohio) located in Cleveland. For more information about Philanthropy Ohio, please visit:  www.philanthropyohio.org.

Position Overview

Position Summary:

The President and CEO is expected to provide strategic leadership to continue to grow and expand the value of the organization to its members and to philanthropy by:

• Providing visionary leadership to the organization,
• Assisting the board in the implementation of its strategic plan,
• Keeping members on the cutting edge through networking, professional development and training opportunities, knowledge and information sharing, publications, research and resources,
• Supporting the growth and effectiveness of foundations and corporate giving programs and their connections to other forms of philanthropy in Ohio,
• Serving as an advocate and champion for philanthropy in Ohio,
• Encouraging joint projects, communication and collaboration among Philanthropy Ohio members and Ohio philanthropy.

Primary Responsibilities:

Leadership & Administration

• Lead the implementation of Philanthropy Ohio’s vision and mission.
• Provide strategic direction in achieving organizational goals.
• Serve as an advocate and spokesperson for philanthropy in Ohio, leading Philanthropy Ohio’s mission to be the leading voice and resource for all forms of philanthropy in Ohio.
• Promote adherence to the highest ethical standards, Philanthropy Ohio’s guiding principles and organizational values.
• Represent Philanthropy Ohio with the national philanthropic infrastructure and other Ohio-based leadership organizations.

• Manage overall operations, paying special attention to alignment with organizational priorities, accountability and priority setting.
• Be the primary leader of special projects and statewide initiatives.
• Staff the Board and provide them with information, data and/or reports necessary to enable them to carry out their responsibilities.
• Develop and maintain strong, positive working relationships with the Board.
• Prepare annual budget and supervise receipt and disbursement of funds.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate and terminate (as required) all staff.
• Coordinate activities with professional advisors and consultants.
• Evaluate and recommend new ways in which technology can be used to strengthen the work and influence of Philanthropy Ohio and its members.

Development

• Identify and help secure mix of funding sources necessary to support the organization, including but not limited to, general operating and special grants, earned income and membership dues and sponsorships.
• Continually update Philanthropy Ohio’s business model to reflect changing conditions.

Member Service

• Provide leadership and supervision to support the recruitment and retention of members.
• When available and as appropriate, represent the organization at key member events throughout the state; schedule personal visits with key members to assure member services are reaching all areas of Ohio.

• Plan, implement and evaluate all program and service activities for member corporations and foundations.
• Provide leadership to support Philanthropy Ohio’s expanding connection with Ohio philanthropy, including new membership categories.
• Working with members, identify opportunities for new avenues of service that address the mission of Philanthropy Ohio.
• Encourage all foundation leaders to sustain leadership commitment, authorization, learning and outreach and strategically and intentionally advance diversity, equity and inclusion.

Public Policy

• Monitor bills and actions of Congress and the Ohio Legislature that are potentially of interest to the Philanthropy Ohio membership.
• Represent Philanthropy Ohio, as called upon, with state and national government and regulatory officials, charitable organizations, and other associations and leadership organizations.
• Facilitate the involvement of Philanthropy Ohio and its members in public and private initiatives statewide.

External Relations

• Identify opportunities for collaboration with other organizations to address the mission and provide services to Philanthropy Ohio members.
• Promote Philanthropy Ohio’s connection with all forms of philanthropy in Ohio.
• Serve as the Philanthropy Ohio liaison with other regional associations of grantmakers, the Council on Foundations, and other infrastructure organizations serving philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.
• Support members to serve as a prominent voice for philanthropy in the state through speaking engagements and print media.
• Make connections with key people and organizations that Philanthropy Ohio needs to influence in carrying out its goals and long-term strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

The President and CEO of Philanthropy Ohio is expected to be a highly motivated, diplomatic and entrepreneurial person who possesses the following experience, skills and knowledge:

• Ability to think strategically and creatively in anticipating and responding to the needs of members and philanthropy in general.
• Strong knowledge of philanthropy, the nonprofit sector and related public policy issues.
• Ability to develop a shared vision and strategic directions with the Board and manage that vision to successful outcomes.
• Ability to lead and inspire staff and board in support of the goals of the organization.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in financial management.
• Demonstrated fundraising skills, both in design and management.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external audiences based on trust and mutual respect.
• Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment.
• Five years or more in a responsible management position.
• Four-year college degree.
• Experience in senior leadership of a membership association and/or philanthropy.

Compensation:

Full-Time Benefited; Salaried; Exempt Position. Approximate annual salary range: $125,000 – $140,000. The salary and benefits for this position are negotiable and depend on the candidate’s work experience and qualifications. Philanthropy Ohio also offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location and Travel:

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio.  Appropriate relocation assistance will be provided. Position requires the ability to drive around the state as needed.

How To Apply

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful letter of interest to:

employment@philanthropyohio.org. Electronic submissions sent through this link are preferred. All submissions are confidential. Applications will be accepted until May 22, 2019.

Philanthropy Ohio is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates. People from historically and currently under-represented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

There shall be no discrimination of persons on the basis of race, age, sex, marital status, disability, citizenship, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief with regard to hiring, assignment, promotion or other conditions of staff employment.

Executive Summary

 The Health & Environmental Funders Network (HEFN) is seeking nominations and applications for its Executive Director position.  HEFN is a national membership network of over 60 foundations, donors, and philanthropic advisers interested in improving health, environmental, and equity outcomes.  Its mission is to mobilize philanthropy around solutions for environmental health and justice issues.  HEFN’s close-knit community invests over $200 million a year to build the power of the environmental health and justice movement, prioritizing support for impacted communities and diverse organizations, at the grassroots, across the United States, and globally.

HEFN supports funder learning, networking, and collaboration, enabling its members to make better-informed investments and finds partners for collective impact on problems affecting health, environmental, and equity outcomes.  HEFN is valued by its members for being nimble and responsive to emerging issues; for its caring and supportive environment; and for its focus on equity and embrace of diversity.

Reporting to a national Steering Committee, the Executive Director leads the network’s staff and activities, nurturing the intersectional and collaborative interests of its membership.  The Executive Director expands HEFN’s footprint in the philanthropic sector, serving as a visible leader advocating for its priorities in and beyond philanthropy.

Organizational Overview

Founded in 1999, HEFN is a membership network actively working towards ambitious goals in its 2016-2026 strategic plan.  These priorities include: embedding environmental health in key decisions; ensuring those impacted have a meaningful voice in decision making; and improving environmental health outcomes, especially for the most vulnerable.

The strategies to achieve these priorities are equally ambitious.  The organization, through member engagement, and Steering Committee and staff leadership aims to:

• Advance solutions by helping funders understand major environmental health and justice problems.
• Build leadership by focusing members and the philanthropic community to build a more powerful leadership base for environmental health and justice, including increasing grantmaking to diverse grassroots efforts.
• Expand investment by doubling philanthropic commitments, leveraging equivalent investments from outside philanthropy and attracting new allies and resources.

HEFN membership and supporters gather annually to learn and connect. Together with the Executive Director, active committees plan the annual meeting, review HEFN governance and fiscal policies, and address opportunities around equity and environmental justice issues with the membership and larger field of philanthropy.

HEFN is a nonprofit project that operates through a Joint Plan of Work with Virginia Organizing, a 501 c (3) organization that accepts and manages funds on HEFN’s behalf.  Its work is guided by a national Steering Committee, currently nine leaders from HEFN’s membership.  The staff of 4.5 FTEs is comprised of three staffers in different locations (in Maryland and Washington State).  Much of HEFN’s work is conducted virtually by video-conference, phone, email, and shared online documents.

HEFN seeks to hire a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, in keeping with the policies and practices of Virginia Organizing.  Virginia Organizing, in all phases of employment, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender orientation, disability or marital status.  Virginia Organizing is committed to the active recruitment, hiring and advancement of people of color and women.

Position Overview

Opportunities and Challenges for the Future Executive Director

The Executive Director ensures HEFN’s success in its mission and strategic priorities, providing leadership for staff and membership across all the network’s operations.  The Executive Director will:

Provide organizational leadership, drawing on an extensive understanding of both the environmental health and justice fields and of the philanthropic sector.  The new Executive Director will work with the Steering Committee and staff to develop, implement and track a yearly workplan and budget to guide progress towards strategic goals and help HEFN adapt to emerging challenges and opportunities.

Raise and manage necessary funds and help grow the organization. The Executive Director will effectively engage staff and HEFN leaders in fundraising and financial stewardship, raising and managing an annual budget of approximately $1.3-1.6 million.  The Executive Director will report on HEFN’s finances, in conjunction with Virginia Organizing, which handles back office services, accounting and audits.

Nurture and expand relationships with HEFN’s members, philanthropic partners and field partners.  The Executive Director will build strong relationships with other philanthropy-serving organizations, as well as with environmental justice, social justice and community-based organizations, facilitating interactions and new partnerships between funders and these organizations.  The Executive Director will represent HEFN, including in the National Environmental Health Partnership Council.

Build and retain a diverse staff team with the skill sets needed for HEFN’s success.  The Executive Director will manage the staff, encouraging them to deliver high-quality programs and services that align with HEFN’s strategic plan and priorities, and will supporting them in their professional development.  The Executive Director will ensure that HEFN’s administration and operations are solid and conform to Virginia Organizing’s personnel policies.

Contribute to programming and strategy development.  The Executive Director will manage and take part in a broad portfolio of work, without significant personal administrative support.  The Executive Director will contribute to high-quality learning programs for funders and will manage projects (currently including a Grants Tracking Partnership with the Environmental Grantmakers Association and a climate, health, and equity impact project), including fundraising, hiring and management of consultants and contracts, and guidance of project activities.

Provide the Steering Committee with satisfactory financial, staff and programmatic information to support their leadership of HEFN.  The Executive Director will support the Steering Committee’s work, which includes quarterly teleconferences, two in-person meetings annually, and subcommittees.  The Executive Director will support member engagement and leadership development.

Qualifications of the Successful Candidate

A successful candidate will possess the professional and personal abilities, experiences and attributes listed below:

• Knowledge of environmental health and justice issues and a passion for developing programs that reflect members’ priorities and societal needs, such as health, equity, and environmental stakes in climate change and energy, toxics, and drinking water.
• Proven ability to manage effectively and nurture teams within a small staff environment.
• Experience working with virtual teams preferred.
• First-hand knowledge working in or with philanthropic organizations.
• Demonstrated skills in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with nonprofit and philanthropy organizations.
• Track record of successful fundraising and project management to support organizational growth.
• Ability to develop and implement a coherent work plan for HEFN’s issue-based groups to help strengthen the infrastructure and increase the impact of their work.
• Competency in evaluation, developing metrics to measure progress on the workplan.
• Commitment to racial and gender equity, diversity and inclusion.  Ability to envision creative new paths to achieve the goals of HEFN and its members.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working with networks or coalitions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft products and common virtual technology platforms.

The Search Committee would prioritize a candidate who has experience with working remotely with others.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive generous benefits, including pension contributions; full health, dental, vision, and childcare benefits; as well as paid vacation, sick, parental, family, and sabbatical leave.

To Apply

The goal of the Search Committee is to hire the new Executive Director by the third quarter of 2019.  The location is flexible.  Applications close on May 20, 2019.

Send a cover letter, resume and unedited writing sample to susanosnos@earthlink.net with “[Your Name] HEFN Executive Director” in the subject line.