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The Organization

HR&A provides strategic advisory services for clients in the public, private, and non-profit sectors to solve some of the most complex challenges facing cities today. We care about improving the quality of urban life, and we are increasingly focused on the challenges of inclusivity, infrastructure, and technological innovation in cities as we advance public-private development projects that improve economic, environmental, and social outcomes.

HR&A’s Inclusive Cities practice leverages our deep understanding of government, knowledge of local and private economic forces, and analytical rigor to promote social and economic justice. We help government, civic, and business leaders to promote more inclusive development and build more dynamic and equitable cities. We launch programs that advance social and economic justice and inform policy and empower advocates to distribute the benefits of growth. We help our clients to think about who will benefit from economic development from the very beginning, and show them how to make more equitable projects, neighborhoods and cities.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, thoughtful, and efficient Director to support and grow our Inclusive Cities practice in our New York Office. Successful candidates will have a background in public policy, city government, or non-profit management. They must possess exceptional critical thinking skills, a passion for advancing equitable outcomes, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities and institutions. Successful candidates will bring a strong foundation in city government and an interest in crafting policy that supports economic development, as well as significant capacity for leadership and to drive small teams toward meaningful outcomes for our clients, which include philanthropies, city governments, advocates, activists, and people who care about cities.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include –

·         Craft and implement new programs for clients to advance equitable outcomes for all populations in cities

·         Develop a benefits case to support progressive policies within organizations and government

·         Directly manage projects, dealing with all aspects of project delivery such as client relations, team management, and research oversight

·         Present client deliverables, including memos, reports and PowerPoint presentations

·         Support the practice’s business development efforts aligned with the Inclusive Cities practice

The candidate will be working on a variety of projects, whether it’s a strategic plan for a new open-air art museum that will fight displacement and support local businesses, or a strategy for creating community-based supervision services for people returning from the criminal justice system. Some of the practice’s highlighted work includes creating a racial equity agenda for the United States Conference of Mayors, designing a leadership and training program for Career Coaches in Colorado, and conducting a feasibility report evaluating the possibility of a Seattle public bank.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | We are looking for candidates with strong quantitative and qualitative skills, a passion for inclusivity and equity policy, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today. Candidates must have the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently.  Successful candidates must have a minimum of six years of work experience in economic development, public policy, city government, and/or consulting in a related field and a Bachelor’s Degree. Preferably whose experience includes project management for consulting engagements in a relevant field and/or candidate who has worked in a leadership setting within a social justice-focused organization or local government agency. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as technical, research and analytical skills.

In addition to considerable experience in public policy and economic analysis, the candidate must also possess substantial project management experience, excellent writing and presentation skills, and mentorship capabilities.  They should be a highly motivated independent thinker with sufficient poise for direct client interaction.

COMPENSATION | We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience.  We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Options Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, dental and vision coverage.

How To Apply

HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, competitive team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document (maximum of 2 pages) at https://www.hraadvisors.com/career-opportunities/. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications without a cover lever will be discarded.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com. Please do not call regarding this position.

The Organization

What is The Kresge Foundation?

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and is metro Detroit’s largest foundation. With a $3.8 billion endowment and over 100 employees, we work to expand opportunities in America’s cities for people with low incomes. We do this through grant making and social investing nationally in arts & culture, education, environment, health, human services, and community development in Detroit. Kresge’s Detroit Program is one of the foundation’s signature efforts, reflecting our commitment to work in one of America’s most challenging and dynamic cities and our belief in strategic, interdisciplinary, collective, and innovative approaches to urban revitalization.

Join an Award-Winning Investment Office

The Kresge Investment Office works to ensure the foundation has the necessary resources to achieve its mission of improving opportunities in America’s cities by managing the foundation’s endowment. The team is responsible for prudently investing funds across a wide variety of asset classes including public equity, private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, natural resources, real estate, and fixed income. By combining a long-term investment horizon with innovative investment strategies, the team strives to consistently be a top performer in its sector.

During the past five years, Kresge’s Investment Office has produced industry leading returns among institutional portfolios exceeding $1 billion in assets. The results of the team and individual managers have been validated in the investment community with numerous awards and nominations by aiCIO, Institutional Investor, Trusted Insight, and others.

Thrive in a Mission-Driven Environment

We offer a competitive total compensation package including….

• Health benefits, employer-paid dental, vision, and life insurance
• 4 weeks of paid time off
• Attractive 401k plan consisting of a 5% 1:1 employer match and an additional 10% employer contribution

….and other benefits:

• Breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily for a minimal charge
• Robust professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Award-winning platinum LEED facility anchored by a 19th century farmhouse
• Annual Giving Back campaign to support non-profits in Southeast Michigan

Position Overview

Available Position: Investment Director

The Kresge Foundation has an opening for an Investment Director to play a key role as a contributing member of the investment team. The Investment Director will work closely with the investment team in all phases of the investment process, from asset allocation to manager hiring, in a wide range of asset classes. The Director will be a generalist working as part of the senior team to set strategy, asset allocation and implementation plans for the endowment. In conjunction with investment team members, the Investment Director will:

• Globally source, access and recommend prospective investment managers across all asset classes.
• Manage existing external investment manager relationships – in all asset classes, on at least two continents.
• Conduct due diligence on prospective opportunities including analysis of investment strategy, process, organization, portfolio positions and performance.Have an opinion
• Prepare and present recommendations regarding new investment opportunities.
• Form and share opinions on every investment recommended for inclusion into the portfolio.
• Guide the construction of an asset class by determining portfolio fit for each manager or strategy recommended.
• Analyze market trends and capital market research to provide insights into asset allocation decisions.
• Network with industry professionals and peers to enhance the investment process.
• Interact and present to the Investment Committee.
• Serve as a representative of the Foundation throughout the investment community by participating in networking events, attending industry conferences, and investment manager annual meetings.
• Strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

Core Qualifications:

• Masters degree and/or CFA is required
• At least 7-years of related work experience
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all constituencies, including Investment Committee members, sophisticated investment professionals and a broad array of other constituents
• Strong analytical and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Passion for learning

The Kresge Foundation, an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeks to reach a broad and diverse candidate pool when filling vacant positions. We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds because we believe that the foundation and its work benefit from the various perspectives and talents of a diverse staff. 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 click the link below to apply:

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The Organization

About Funders for LGBTQ Issues

Funders for LGBTQ Issues is a network of foundations and corporations dedicated to increasing the scale and impact of philanthropic resources aimed at enhancing the wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities, promoting equity, and advancing racial, economic, and gender justice. We provide three key services for the field of philanthropy:

1. Convening & Collective Action – We convene grantmakers committed to LGBTQ issues so that they may connect with one another, learn from each other, coordinate their efforts, and maximize their impact. We host working groups and initiatives on specific topics to help funders shape funding strategies and leverage opportunities for new philanthropic partnerships. Through participation in other philanthropic conferences and partnerships with other funder networks, we also broaden our reach and ensure LGBTQ voices are present in vital funding conversations.
2. Outreach & Support Services – We conduct individualized outreach and engagement of funders not currently funding LGBTQ issues to demonstrate how LGBTQ issues intersect with a range of grantmaking priorities. We connect with allies in foundations not yet funding LGBTQ issues and work with them to build institutions that are more inclusive and responsive to LGBTQ communities.​
3. Research & Communications – We produce an annual tracking report and other special reports to monitor the charter of LGBTQ funding in order to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities. Our reports on domestic and global LGBTQ funding are considered the field’s most reliable and useful source of data on resource flows to LGBTQ communities. Many of our reports have been cited by academic journals, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, government agencies, newspapers, blogs, and other media.

Funders for LGBTQ Issues has a long history of tracking LGBTQ grantmaking by both U.S. foundations and international institutions.  The organization prides itself on being the premier hub for information and resources related to LGBTQ philanthropy. The Executive and Operations Assistant plays an instrumental role in maintaining this reputation.

Position Overview

Overview of the Position

The Executive and Operations Assistant will play an important role in increasing the organization’s efficiency and effectiveness. The three key areas of responsibility are:

1. Supporting the President through various executive administrative duties, including managing the President’s schedule and travel arrangements, and managing the president’s expenses.
2. Supporting the Board of Directors, assisting with management of the board of directors and its committees, including scheduling board meetings and committee meetings.
3. Supporting the Director of Finance and Administration through various operational and finance duties, including management of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

The Executive and Operations Assistant will play an important role in strengthening and streamlining organizational systems. The successful candidate will love building out smart systems, whether a spreadsheet for tracking prospects or a new workflow for managing travel schedules. The job will include a wide range of tasks large and small, but patience for administrative minutiae and for managing up are a must. Experience in philanthropy is not required for this position, but we are seeking candidates with a passion for LGBTQ issues and social change and a deep curiosity and interest in understanding the world of funders. The position will work closely with the President and the Director of Philanthropic Outreach to implement strategies for building and maintaining strong relationships with members, new funders, and other key stakeholders. The position will be based at Funders for LGBTQ Issues’ New York City office.

Specific Responsibilities

Executive and administrative support for the President.

• Manage the President’s calendar, including scheduling of meetings and booking of travel arrangements.
• Work with the President and the Director of Philanthropic Outreach to assure high-quality relationship building and efficient follow-up for the organization’s members, funders, trustees, and other key stakeholders.
• Provide administrative support for the President, including the processing of receipts and expenses, management of Expensify account, data entry, and follow-up on meetings and conferences.

Board of Directors support

• Work with the President and the Board of Directors to coordinate the logistics of all board meetings, including document preparations, travel arrangements, and venues.
• Coordinate scheduling of all board meetings and board committee meetings.
• Attend board meetings and take minutes.
• Coordinate the preparation and distribution of board documents and tools, such as board dockets, orientation materials for new board members, and demographic surveys.

Support operations and finance functions of the organization.

• Assist in logistics for meetings, convenings, and member events including preparing and shipping.
• Order office supplies as needed.
• Monthly management of accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare electronic files for the annual audit.

Other possible opportunities and cross-team support

• Contribute to development of President’s presentations and external communications as needed.
• Participate in staff-wide projects, organizational planning, fundraising, and events.
• Participate in other meetings and activities as assigned.

• Contribute to development of President’s presentations and external communications as needed.
• Participate in staff-wide projects, organizational planning, fundraising, and events.
• Participate in other meetings and activities as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and personable, combining a love of people with a love of well- organized systems. She or he will have an aptitude and energy for “managing up” for a friendly but busy executive and board of directors.

Some prior experience working in an office setting required, as well as a passion for LGBTQ philanthropy and social change. Additional requirements are as follows:

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred proficiency with FLUXX database or familiarity with other donor/grantmaking databases.
• Experience with office management and working with vendors.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; Powerpoint a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and manage ever-shifting priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a semi-remote team.

Salary range is in the low $50,000s depending upon experience. Excellent benefits, including full medical, retirement plan contributions, and generous holidays and vacation schedule. Flexible work hours, including the ability to work from home occasionally, are friendly to balancing work and personal obligations.

How To Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to the Executive and Operations position on our career page at lgbtfunders.bamboohr.com/jobs.

Calls will not be accepted.

Funders for LGBTQ Issues is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building the leadership of people of color, women, transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. Funders for LGBTQ Issues does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, HIV serostatus, disability, or marital status.

The Organization

Since 1992, CAPE has engaged students, inspired teachers, transformed schools, and demonstrated impact by weaving the arts into academic classrooms across Chicago. CAPE is a fiscally sound organization that has a successful history of receiving support from private and public sources.

Position Overview

To further the reach and impact of CAPE’s work, we seek a trustworthy, dedicated, and experienced professional to support our individual giving efforts as a consultant or part-time staff member.  A successful candidate will enjoy collaborative work and will be excited to learn about, train in, and undertake a significant role in CAPE’s approach to individual giving.

Working at CAPE, the Development Officer will have the opportunity to support and to build upon a growing network of individual donors by contributing to individual giving efforts, organizing special events, collaborating with CAPE’s Board of Directors and Associate Board, and supporting marketing and communications strategies. The Development Officer will report to the Executive Director and will coordinate her/his work with CAPE’s Communications & Marketing Manager and the Grant Writer.

• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Status: Part time employee or consultant, depending on candidate preference
• Hours:  20 hours per week; some evenings and weekends required for meetings and special events
• Benefits:  Part-time employees are eligible for certain benefits, including access to health insurance and 401k.
• Location: Based at the CAPE Offices at 228 S. Wabash, partial work-from-home arrangements are possible.
• Reports to: Executive Director
• Starting Date: January 2019

Responsibilities
Donor Acquisition

• Lead semi-monthly information sessions on CAPE’s mission designed to educate and inspire prospective donors
• Engage potential donors to determine interest and set next steps for further engagement
• Support volunteers and board members in identifying and cultivating potential new donors

Donor Cultivation and Retention

• Schedule and attend meetings, phone calls and small group events with annual fund donors
• Meet with program staff and visit classrooms to collect information and stories to share with potential and current donors

Donor Solicitation

• Support the Executive Director in scheduling meetings and calls with the members of CAPE’s Creative Learning Society
• Develop and organize mission-driven small-scale special events for Creative Learning Society Members
• Develop, and when appropriate present, solicitation materials and proposals for leadership gifts

Administrative

• Work with Communications & Marketing Manager to create and distribute fundraising mailings (physical and digital), including calendar maintenance, printing, and mailing
• Meet quarterly with the Office Manager to reconcile accounting and fundraising records
• Contribute to foundation and corporate prospect research, and contribute to grant proposals if needed
• Maintain and update information in CAPE’s donor management database and create reports as needed by CAPE board and staff
• Serve as the staff liaison to the development team consisting of board members, volunteers and staff members

Special Events

• Lead the planning, execution, and follow up related to CAPE’s annual fundraiser, smaller donor events, discussion panels, and art exhibitions throughout the year
• Support the CAPE Associate Board in developing and executing 2 or 3 special events each year

Board Relations

• Participate in the CAPE Board of Directors Development and Marketing Committees
• Work with the Executive Director to schedule committee meetings and confirm attendance
• Attend and take minutes at board and committee meetings as needed

Staff Meetings

• Participate in weekly Advancement Team meetings and quarterly staff meetings

Qualifications

• Ability to articulate a passion for the arts and arts education and/or a personal connection to public education
• Demonstrated understanding of prospect identification, cultivation, and solicitation strategies
• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field
• Passion for engaging with potential and current donors, both one-on-one and in group settings
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Google Apps, and at least one donor management database (Bloomerang a plus)
• Ability and eagerness to travel occasionally to schools located all across Chicago and to occasional conferences and workshops nationally
• Comfort with working independently and collaborating with colleagues and volunteers
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills that can be adapted for different audiences
• Understand and abide by generally accepted fundraising ethics and privacy standards and policies
• Experience with Benevon a plus

How To Apply

Please visit CAPEchicago.org/development-officer to review job posting and submit application materials through the form link available at the bottom of the page.

The Organization

VISION :: A thriving southwestern U.S. through the power of collaborative philanthropy

MISSION :: We foster philanthropic excellence and trusted partnerships that impact our region’s most pressing issues.

WHO WE ARE :: Founded in 1949, Philanthropy Southwest is the most enduring association of grantmakers in the United States. Our long history means we know how to provide timely information and connect colleagues across the region to help them thrive and succeed in their work.

PSW is the premier philanthropy serving organization in the southwestern United States, with hundreds of member organizations across the region. We believe that philanthropy is done best when done collaboratively and with excellence, and we foster a network across which our members generously help and support each other. We would like to see philanthropy drive meaningful impact on pressing regional issues.

PSW provides the following core programs and services:

1. Annual Conference – 70 years of convening the region’s grantmakers to learn, connect, collaborate, and grow
2. Educational Offerings – dozens of local, regional, and online training sessions designed to meet the professional development needs of our members’ trustees and staff
3. Membership Network – a robust and diverse group of hundreds of grantmaking and philanthropic organizations, connected to each other, and committed to philanthropic excellence and impact
4. Research and Resources – a robust resource library, and both primary and secondary research on issues that are important to our members
5. Policy Advocacy – opportunities to join with peers to advocate for the views and needs of grantmakers at the local and national level
6. Collaboration-Building – catalyzing of and backbone services for several issue- and geography-focused collaborations of grantmakers
7. Peer Networks – creation of and support for affinity groups based on role, geography, etc.

PSW has also recently completed a robust strategic direction-setting initiative led by the board of directors. That initiative has resulted in our new vision and mission, a significant new focus on building meaningful collaborations with our partners and peers, and a reimagination of PSW as a leading-edge, impactful philanthropy serving organization. The PSW board and staff team are extremely excited about bringing on a new CEO to help lead the organization into a bold new future!

Position Overview

Overarching CEO responsibilities include: 

• Lead the active pursuit of PSW’s vision of building a thriving southwestern U.S. through the power of collaborative philanthropy
• Partner closely with the board of directors to set a clear strategy for PSW (including long- and short-term goals and objectives), and lead the ongoing execution and evaluation of that strategy
• Manage the PSW 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with integrity and according to best practices
• Supervise, develop, and build the PSW staff team (currently four other professionals)
• Develop strong relationships with our members, serving as a strategic connector across the network, and ensuring that our members receive timely and high-quality service and support
• Lead the PSW staff effort to provide programs, resources, and educational opportunities (to include but not limited to annual conference, workshops, seminars, etc.) to support PSW’s membership learning about and applying excellent philanthropy
• Actively recruit new members to join PSW
• Develop strategic partnerships among our peer philanthropy-serving organizations that benefit our members and their work
• Proactively develop and maintain leadership-level expertise in the world of philanthropy, and serve as a subject matter expert in the philanthropic arena
• Build relationships with grantmakers and donors for the purpose of raising funds, including submitting grant proposals
• Ensure PSW’s public image (including our brand, web and social media presence, PR profile, etc.) remains positive
• Communicate regularly and clearly with the board of directors and the broader membership
• Advocate for our members, and for their collective interests and needs, with policy-makers and other influencers

In relationship to the PSW Board, responsibilities include:

• Work with the chair of the board to set the agenda for regular board meetings
• Create and manage an annual budget that will be reviewed and approved by the board
• Ensure board meetings and their logistics are planned and managed well
• Meet regularly with the PSW Board members individually and collectively to drive adoption and execution of board initiatives
• Ensure PSW’s various board committees are well-supported, and either personally serve or assign another staff member to serve as a staff liaison for each committee
• Provide information and metrics to measure performance to assist the board in evaluating the performance of the CEO
• Be responsible for the execution and fulfillment of decisions made by the PSW Board
• Oversee all PSW financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, external auditing, accounting, payroll, etc. in a manner that appropriately engages the board and ensures their satisfaction with regard to their fiduciary oversight
• Serve as an ex-officio, non-voting member of the PSW Board of Directors
• Work with board to identify and recruit a strategically diverse pool of board directors

In relationship to our members, responsibilities include:

• Cultivate personal relationships with members throughout the region to promote their active  engagement in PSW’s member network and programs
• Ensure members receive accurate and timely communications, opportunities to interact with other members, resources they need to be successful, and prompt, high-quality service from PSW staff
• Respond to and anticipate member needs, and identify opportunities and developing products and services that address those needs
• Actively recruit new members and ensure an organization-wide membership recruitment and retention plan is in place and executed against
• Continuously seek to enhance member benefits and ensure that membership dues and benefits are competitive and offer members great value
• Help ensure that PSW has a diverse and inclusive membership

In relationship to peer philanthropy-serving organizations, responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain collaborative, constructive relationships with southwest region state-level philanthropy serving organizations and with other such regionally- and nationally-focused organizations
• Seek opportunities to create collaborative programs and other offerings with our peer organizations

In relationship to our funders, responsibilities include:

• Ensure an annual fund development plan, with a clear understanding of the fundraising needs of the organization, is shared with the board and managed by the staff
• Develop healthy, long-term relationships with donors, ensuring they receive full communication and any information they need to continue to support our work

In relationship to PSW staff, responsibilities include:

• Serve as a mission leader to the staff, working to inspire them to rally behind our mission and vision
• Within budget parameters, manage day-to-day operations and all PSW staff, including ensuring appropriate levels of staffing
• Regularly evaluate staff performance, both individually and collectively
• Support the staff’s professional development needs
• Cultivate a healthy, respectful, and diverse work environment and culture
• Ensure the organization has appropriate systems, tools, technology, processes, and policies required according to leading practices

Required Competencies

• Has experience casting a vision for an organization and working to achieve that vision
• Is a skilled relationship developer and builder, with a demonstrated understanding of the strength of networks
• Has a strong working knowledge of the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors
• Has solid business acumen and a strong understanding of financial analysis, revenue and expense management, and budgeting
• Has demonstrated a capability to raise funds for an organization
• Has been a change agent and is comfortable embracing and leading change
• Has successfully managed a team of employees, volunteers, or both
• Has a strong work ethic and is a self-starter
• Has an effective, collaborative interpersonal manner
• Has demonstrated experience in building consensus among diverse stakeholders and facilitating action towards a common goal
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, able to balance multiple competing priorities and schedules
• Is an effective communicator, both interpersonally and in a public speaking format

Additional Preferred Competencies

• Experience working in a membership-focused nonprofit organization
• A genuine enthusiasm for philanthropy
• Experience developing and leading earned revenue service offerings (in nonprofit or business)
• Executive-level experience leading a nonprofit organization, ideally in the philanthropic sector, and/or similar experience in the for-profit arena
• Experience and/or close involvement with conference planning and management
• Familiarity with current technologies used to manage and support nonprofits, especially membership organizations
• Experience promoting equity and inclusion in organizations and networks
• Some experience with organizing policy analysis and advocacy efforts

Education and Experience

• Preferred 7-10 years of executive or senior management experience successfully leading teams and organizations is required
• Previous experience in the nonprofit and/or philanthropy sectors is strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree (required) or Master’s Degree (preferred)

Compensation

• PSW will offer an executive-level salary that is competitive with industry standards and commensurate with experience
• Benefits include paid health, dental, and vision benefits, as well as an employer retirement contribution and generous personal time off and holidays
• A performance bonus is also part of the compensation package

Job Classification and Expectations

• This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position, subject to State of Texas employment laws
• Candidates should expect a combination of traditional work days and weeks (e.g. roughly 40-hour weeks, approximately 8:30 am – 5:30 pm days) with occasional need to work evenings and weekends
• The PSW office is located in Dallas, TX, and there is a preference that the selected candidate would be able to live full-time in Dallas. However, given the right candidate and situation, the board is willing to consider other arrangements
• Regular travel throughout the southwestern U.S. (by air and car) is expected for this position

Reporting Structure

• This position reports to the PSW Board Executive Committee and ultimately to the full board of directors
• Four PSW staff members (one of whom is a contractor) currently report directly to the CEO position

Just a few of the many reasons we believe this position will be attractive to candidates include:

• The emerging new vision and mission for PSW is compelling, and the organization’s strategy is innovative and forward-looking
• PSW is a stable, 70-year-old nonprofit with a long history of success, impact, and solid support
• Philanthropy in the southwest is on the rise, with dozens of new grantmaking organizations being created every year, and philanthropy’s impactful role in our region growing rapidly
• Both the board and staff are filled with highly engaged, talented individuals who are excited about welcoming a new leader
• The organization is financially strong, and its members are all philanthropic organizations, many of which generously support PSW over and above their annual membership dues

How To Apply

Application Process

• This search is being led by PSW’s Strategy and Search Committee, with the guidance of a search consultant
• Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, official resume, and a list of three references to: search@philanthropysouthwest.org
• Information should be submitted no later than January 6, 2019
• All interested applicants can expect to be contacted in some manner within three weeks of the above date
• All candidate submissions will remain confidential with our search consultant (Good Works Strategic Advisors), and only vetted semi-finalist candidates will be revealed to PSW Strategy and Search Committee members for interviews

The Organization

Bread for the World is a collective Christian voice urging our nation’s decision makers to end hunger at home and abroad. By changing policies, programs and conditions that allow hunger and poverty to persist, we provide help and opportunity far beyond the communities in which we live.

Bread for the World Institute provides policy analysis on hunger and strategies to end it.

Position Overview

DEPARTMENT: Development and Membership
REPORTS TO: Deputy Director of Development and Membership

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: To support the membership and fundraising activities of Bread for the World and Bread for the World Institute, with primary responsibility for meeting targets for digital fundraising and acquisition that are tied to the overall membership revenue goals and that integrate with multi-channel fundraising campaigns.

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Development and Membership, the Project Manager for Digital Fundraising will be responsible for the production and implementation of digital fundraising efforts that take place across digital platforms including web, email and social media.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:

• Digital Fundraising and Member Acquisition: 60%
• Reporting and Analysis: 20%
• Digital Advertising: 15%
• Participate in multi-department task forces & committees: 5%

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• BA or BS degree required and a minimum of two years’ work experience with similar responsibilities in digital fundraising or
• Minimum of four years of work experience with similar responsibilities in digital fundraising
• Knowledge and experience in digital communications and fundraising; experience with Excel and databases; Raiser’s Edge, Luminate Online eCRM or other similar eCRM software is preferred
• Knowledge of social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, for fundraising/list growth purposes
• Working knowledge of HTML, Google AdWords and Google Analytics a plus
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills (written, oral, and electronic), especially for a digital environment
• Experience utilizing project management principles
• Ability to meet deadlines on a daily basis with strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills, including ability to conduct research and analyses of multiple factors related to communicating with Bread’s large and growing online network and make data-driven recommendations and decisions
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships internally and externally which require a high degree of diplomacy and judgment in order to address and resolve substantive conflicts or escalate concerns to management.
• Ability to work independently as up to 40% performance and outcomes are subject to broad organizational review and up to 60% of the time are subject to management review.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional demeanor including dependability, flexibility, willingness to learn, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Christian faith perspective and advocacy to end hunger desirable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ISSUES:
None

DISCLAIMER: The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of  employees assigned to this job.

How To Apply

HOW TO APPLY: Please click on the link below or fax your cover letter and resume to the attention of Kari Burnside at 202-688-1155.

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The Organization

Morris Animal Foundation is the oldest and largest non-profit source of funding for science that improves the lives of animals. Established in 1948 by a veterinarian, the Foundation has funded over 2000 studies and committed over $100M to research benefiting companion animals and wildlife. Based in Denver, Colorado, its staff of 40 professionals manages approximately 250 studies at any given time, including the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, the largest and most important study to date in veterinary medicine. Building on this impressive and solid history, the Foundation is entering a new era.  They believe that with the increasing recognition of the vital role that animals play in their lives and society, extraordinary growth of their mission is not only possible but also imperative.

Position Overview

The Morris Animal Foundation seeks a leader with exceptional strategic skills combine with the personal qualities necessary to build upon current success to a new level of operational effectiveness and philanthropic investment in its enterprise. The chief development officer will be a person of significant gravitas who resonates both personally and professionally with Morris’ mission and the people who both carry out and benefit from its pursuit of that mission.

Morris Animal Foundation is the oldest and largest non-profit source of funding for science that improves the lives of animals. Established in 1948 by a veterinarian, the Foundation has funded over 2000 studies and committed over $100M to research benefiting companion animals and wildlife. Based in Denver, Colorado, its staff of 40 professionals manages approximately 250 studies at any given time, including the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, the largest and most important study to date in veterinary medicine. Building on this impressive and solid history, the Foundation is entering a new era.  They believe that with the increasing recognition of the vital role that animals play in their lives and society, extraordinary growth of their mission is not only possible but also imperative.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CDO will help facilitate and foster a culture of philanthropy that assures fundraising success and strategically advances the foundation’s mission, all while subscribing to the highest professional standards of prospect cultivation, gift stewardship and staff management. The CDO will be a member of a collaborative leadership team and will be expected to contribute to making institutional decisions, setting priorities, reviewing plans and developing policies and practices, in accordance with the foundation’s strategic goals for fundraising. The CDO will work closely with the foundation’s Board of Trustees in setting fundraising strategies and priorities that will help to realize the collective vision for the future of the foundation.

The CDO will have overall leadership responsibility for institutional advancement through the management of a portfolio that encompasses all development program areas: annual programs, leadership gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, stewardship and events and development operations. It is expected that the CDO will maintain and foster relationships with key donors and prospects.

The CDO will be the principal architect and director of all development activities. This will require strong coordination with the foundation departments, especially with marketing and communication colleagues to ensure the foundation’s messages are aligned with the institution’s overall communications strategy.

The new CDO will have an exemplary background of demonstrated success in building relationships as well as leading a modern, complex development effort. Other essential qualities include exemplary interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, personal integrity, belief in accountability and excellent communication skills. It will be important that this leader be a strategic thinker who can execute the plan, as well as, the ability to build positive rapport and work effectively with a diverse and wide range of constituencies. The successful candidate should have a proven track record in fundraising and comprehensive knowledge of all major advancement functions, including the ability to solicit and close major gifts.

How To Apply

Inquiries, nominations and applications are invited. Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Nominations, expressions of interest, and applications (including a statement of application and a resume) should be submitted to the candidate portal by clicking here. Confidential inquiries and questions may be directed to the Witt/Kieffer consultants supporting this search: Mercedes C. Vance and Kim Brettschneider at 630-575-6175.

Equal employment opportunity/ unlawful harassment

Morris Animal Foundation is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity.  We prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.  This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes.  Unlawful harassment means to create a hostile work environment based upon an individual’s race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age 40 or over, or religion.  This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc.

The Organization

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation was created in 1944 by international business pioneer Conrad N. Hilton, who founded Hilton Hotels and left his fortune to help the world’s disadvantaged and vulnerable people. The Foundation currently conducts strategic initiatives in six priority areas: providing safe water, ending chronic homelessness, preventing substance use, helping young children affected by HIV and AIDS, supporting transition age youth in foster care, and extending Conrad Hilton’s support for the work of Catholic Sisters. In addition, following selection by an independent international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to a nonprofit organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. In 2018, the Hilton Humanitarian Prize was awarded to SHOFCO (Shining Hope for Communities), a grassroots organization based in Nairobi, Kenya that catalyzes large-scale transformation in urban slums by providing critical services for all, community advocacy platforms, and education and leadership development for women and girls. From its inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $1.6 billion in grants, distributing $114.9 million in the U.S. and around the world in 2017. The Foundation’s current assets are approximately $2.8 billion. For more information, please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org.

Position Overview

The Program Officer is a key member of the International team and supports the Foundation’s grantmaking in Young Children Affected by HIV and AIDS (YCABA) initiative. Reporting to the Senior Program Officer (SPO), the Program Officer serves as a key thought partner and will have primary responsibility for managing the Young Children Affected by HIV and AIDS (YCABA) initiative’s overall grant portfolio. The Officer will work closely with the SPO to design, implement, and monitor a portfolio of grants related to YCABA. The Officer will help to identify potential grantees, assist with proposal development, and provide grantee technical support, as well as monitor grant progress.

The ideal candidate must be a proactive team player with excellent multi-tasking skills. The individual must have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand, interpret, and translate qualitative and quantitative data. S/he will be expected to resolve time-sensitive issues with a high degree of precision and exhibit strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to anticipate needs are a must. This role involves travel to Africa several times per year.

Key Responsibilities:

Portfolio Management

•  Participates in the identification of potential grantees and projects.
•  Reviews proposals and works with the SPO to determine which ones will be further developed and recommended for funding.
• Presents recommended proposals for funding at board meetings, as needed.
• Provides counsel to organizations invited to develop proposals.
• Reviews and refines grant-write-ups and assists in writing, preparing other materials for the quarterly board of directors meetings.
• Monitors portfolio of grants in YCABA and other projects as assigned.
• Monitors and evaluates grants and grantee performance, including timely completion of all progress reports. Provides feedback to SPO.
• Recommends for approval any deviations from approved plans and budgets, and ensures that such changes are documented.
• Conducts site visits, as needed.

Strategic Support

• Acts as a thought partner and provides support to SPO in planning, development and implementation process, as needed.
• Works with SPO and MEL partner on convening planning. Attends strategy convenings.
• Works with SPO identifying the need for consultants within the program area; plans scope of work for contracts and develops terms of contract and monitors progress.

Communications

• Supports SPO’s work with communications team to develop communication strategy for the YCABA initiative.
• Writes blogs/articles for the website and supervises website content and updates

Core Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, social sciences, social welfare or a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years experience.

Desired:

• Graduate degree in public health, public policy, social sciences, social welfare or a related field, with a minimum of 5-10 years of relevant work experience.

Experience/Technical Skills:

• A minimum of five (5)years of relevant work experience in program development and/or management experience.
• A substantive knowledge of International policy issues and the funding landscape.
• Ability to assess the leadership, track record, fiscal health and capacity of a nonprofit organization to lead a proposed program or project.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically about program design and implementation.
• Enthusiastic, professional and self-motivating, with a ‘can-do’ attitude’.
• Understands quantitative and qualitative data; ability to ask the right questions; experience with data analytics and evaluation.
• Creative, flexible, and collaborative with an ability to work in a team-oriented environment; demonstrates a high degree of initiative; results-oriented.
• Ability to continually seek information and look for new approaches to processes and practices.
• Welcomes feedback as a means to personal and professional growth.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills and the ability to clearly articulate ideas.
• An understanding of grantmaking and the non-profit sector.

Competencies:

• Manages complexity
• Action-oriented
• Plans and aligns
• Communicates effectively
• Interpersonal savvy
• Builds networks

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and we seek candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

How To Apply

https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oJDI8fwW&s=ABFE

The Organization

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation was created in 1944 by international business pioneer Conrad N. Hilton, who founded Hilton Hotels and left his fortune to help the world’s disadvantaged and vulnerable people. The Foundation currently conducts strategic initiatives in six priority areas: providing safe water, ending chronic homelessness, preventing substance use, helping young children affected by HIV and AIDS, supporting transition age youth in foster care, and extending Conrad Hilton’s support for the work of Catholic Sisters. In addition, following selection by an independent international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to a nonprofit organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. In 2018, the Hilton Humanitarian Prize was awarded to SHOFCO (Shining Hope for Communities), a grassroots organization based in Nairobi, Kenya that catalyzes large-scale transformation in urban slums by providing critical services for all, community advocacy platforms, and education and leadership development for women and girls. From its inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $1.6 billion in grants, distributing $114.9 million in the U.S. and around the world in 2017. The Foundation’s current assets are approximately $2.8 billion. For more information, please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org.

Position Overview

The Program Officer is a key member of the Domestic team and supports the Foundation’s grantmaking in Foster Youth initiative. Reporting to the Senior Program Officer (SPO), the Program Officer serves as a key thought partner and will have primary responsibility for managing the Foster Youth initiative’s overall grant portfolio. The Officer will work closely with the SPO to design, implement, and monitor a portfolio of grants related to Foster Youth. The Officer will help to identify potential grantees, assist with proposal development, and provide grantee technical support, as well as monitor grant progress.

The ideal candidate must be a proactive team player with excellent multi-tasking skills. The individual must have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand, interpret, and translate qualitative and quantitative data. S/he will be expected to resolve time-sensitive issues with a high degree of precision and exhibit strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to anticipate needs are a must.

Key Responsibilities:

Portfolio Management

•  Participates in the identification of potential grantees and projects.
•  Reviews proposals and works with the SPO to determine which ones will be further developed and recommended for funding.
• Presents recommended proposals for funding at board meetings, as needed.
• Provides counsel to organizations invited to develop proposals.
• Reviews and refines grant-write-ups and assists in writing, preparing other materials for the quarterly board of directors meetings.
• Monitors portfolio of grants in Foster Youth and other projects as assigned.
• Monitors and evaluates grants and grantee performance, including timely completion of all progress reports. Provides feedback to SPO.
• Recommends for approval any deviations from approved plans and budgets, and ensures that such changes are documented.
• Conducts site visits, as needed.

Strategic Support

• Acts as a thought partner and provides support to SPO in planning, development and implementation process, as needed.
• Works with SPO and MEL partner on convening planning. Attends strategy convenings.
• Works with SPO identifying the need for consultants within the program area; plans scope of work for contracts and develops terms of contract and monitors progress.

Communications

• Supports SPO’s work with communications team to develop communication strategy for the Foster Youth initiative.
• Writes blogs/articles for the website and supervises website content and updates

Core Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, social sciences, social welfare or a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years experience.

Desired:

• Graduate degree in public health, public policy, social sciences, social welfare or a related field.

Experience/Technical Skills:

• A minimum of five (5)years of relevant work experience in program development and/or management experience.
• A substantive knowledge of Domestic policy issues and the funding landscape.
• Ability to assess the leadership, track record, fiscal health and capacity of a nonprofit organization to lead a proposed program or project.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically about program design and implementation.
• Enthusiastic, professional and self-motivating, with a ‘can-do’ attitude’.
• Understands quantitative and qualitative data; ability to ask the right questions; experience with data analytics and evaluation.
• Creative, flexible, and collaborative with an ability to work in a team-oriented environment; demonstrates a high degree of initiative; results-oriented.
• Ability to continually seek information and look for new approaches to processes and practices.
• Welcomes feedback as a means to personal and professional growth.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills and the ability to clearly articulate ideas.
• An understanding of grantmaking and the non-profit sector.

Competencies:

• Manages complexity
• Action-oriented
• Plans and aligns
• Communicates effectively
• Interpersonal savvy
• Builds networks

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and we seek candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

How To Apply

https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oB2J8fwe&s=ABFE

The Organization

Blue Meridian Partners is a results-driven model that is unlocking unprecedented resources for solving problems that trap youth and families in poverty and limit economic mobility.

Blue Meridian brings the mindset of an investor to its philanthropic work, viewing grants as investments that serve as flexible, upfront growth capital for organizations and pay dividends in the form of measurable social progress. Blue Meridian takes a rigorous, strategic approach to grantmaking: identifying, funding and scaling the most promising strategies poised to make a national impact.

We provide social sector leaders with the growth capital they require (up to $200 million) to reach their full potential. We provide philanthropists with a way to deploy their capital effectively, while sharing the costs, risks and rewards of our collaborative investments.

Launched in 2015 and building on the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation’s nearly 20 years of experience, Blue Meridian has built a strong portfolio of “investees,” committed a total of $350 million to back the first phases of their scaling plans, and pooled $1.7 billion from more than a dozen a group of philanthropists.

Blue Meridian has recently announced plans to continue to grow and become an independent organization. As part of our next chapter, we seek strategic and collaborative team members who share our commitment to building a better future for our nation’s youth and families, and to expanding the impact of strategies that work.

Position Overview

Position Profile

The Senior Associate, Portfolio Strategy & Management, supports and helps develop a portfolio of investments in high-performing nonprofits with proven strategies to improve the life trajectories of economically disadvantaged youth and families.  He/she is also responsible for supporting all the Blue Meridian Managing Directors in diverse activities, including working closely with Blue Meridian investees, reporting on performance to Blue Meridian management and Partners, and leading projects pursuant to Blue Meridian’s strategic priorities.

Position Type
Exempt

Location
New York City

Primary Responsibilities*
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

Support Relationships with Investee Organizations
With senior team members’ guidance and collaboration, the Senior Associate, Portfolio Strategy and Management, will:

• ​Contribute toward investee leaders and their teams’ receiving excellent relationship management and support from Blue Meridian.  Earn and maintain the respect of investees and be a trusted point of contact.
• Support the development and implementation  of investee scaling plans. Help craft performance milestones with investees and chart a roadmap for success.
• Take ownership of investee quarterly performance reports, capturing current performance, risks, and future potential.  Prepare materials and talking points for Partner updates.
• Design, participate in, and sometimes facilitate investee meetings, strategy sessions and performance reviews.
• Lead research, conduct interviews, and analyze data to support Blue Meridian’s sourcing and due diligence efforts to explore potential investment opportunities.

Contribute to Innovation Initiatives
To expand our work and enhance our competitiveness, Blue Meridian will develop from time to time “innovation initiatives.”.  These will typically be cross-staffed by members of the Blue Meridian team on a part-time basis, depending on their skills and experience as well as team members’ interests wherever possible.  With senior team members’ guidance and collaboration, the Senior Associate, Portfolio Strategy and Management, will:

• Contribute to and sometimes lead activities that may include project planning and management, research, developing strategies, concepts and proposals, and developing and implementing new programs.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of professional/advanced academic experience in finance, management consulting, philanthropy, economic mobility, social justice or a related field in the private or public sector are required.  Knowledge of or experience working in the direct-service nonprofit field is an advantage. An advanced degree with a concentration in business administration or public policy is preferred but not required.
• A passion for issues affecting children and youth, as well as social justice.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills, with the ability to represent Blue Meridian externally in alignment with its core values and culture.
• Sophisticated and diverse analytical skills and facility in quantitative and qualitative methods are essential.
• Experience in building and maintaining performance measurement systems/reporting.
• Strong oral and written communications skills are essential, including the ability to present to senior groups and craft well-written prose and PowerPoint materials.
• Demonstrated strategic and highly rigorous professional approach, balanced by a flexible and empathetic demeanor and responsiveness to the needs of investees, teammates and Partners.
• Sound judgment and discretion, seeking input and feedback, listening well and sometimes making difficult decisions independently while understanding the need for collaboration and leadership’s endorsement of results.  Open to finding creative, alternative solutions to challenges and disagreements that may arise.
• Results-oriented, with a track record of executing against agreed goals and deliverables.
• Strong computer skills with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to master new software quickly; experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM and SharePoint is a plus.
• Able to travel approximately 20% of work time.

Salary & Benefits
Total compensation includes an annual base salary that falls in the $90,000 to $100,000 range, the potential for an annual incentive award based on performance, and an exceptional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 403b retirement plan with employer contributions and generous time off. Base salary will be set commensurate with chosen candidate’s knowledge, skill and experience.

How To Apply

For consideration, please include the following in your application:

• cover letter
• resume
• writing sample

Please send your application to EMCFcareers@emcf.org. Be sure to include “Senior Associate, Portfolio Strategy & Management” in the subject line and let us know where you found our job post.

No phone calls or in-person applications, please.

The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of color, women, LGBTQ, elderly and disabled candidates to apply. We appreciate all applicants, but due to the anticipated volume of submissions, we will only be able to respond to those who are best qualified for the position.