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The Organization

Trinity Church Wall Street is a growing and inclusive Episcopal parish that seeks to serve and heal the world by building neighborhoods that live Gospel truths, generations of faithful leaders, and sustainable communities. We are guided by our core values: faith, integrity, inclusiveness, compassion, social justice, and stewardship. Members come from New York City and surrounding areas to form a racially, ethnically, and economically diverse congregation. Trinity Church and St. Paul’s Chapel are the cornerstones of the parish’s community life, worship, and mission.

Position Overview

The Managing Director, Racial Justice leads Trinity’s racial justice strategic initiative as part of the Grants and Mission Investing team and function. In consultation with the Rector, Vestry and senior clergy the MD will help to develop a set of ambitious goals and objectives for Trinity’s racial justice work and then manage to success. Trinity has made a commitment to racial justice as a pressing priority and uses grants, programs and advocacy to advance racial justice in New York City, the Episcopal Church and beyond.  Trinity currently focuses this work on efforts to decrease detention, deportation, and mass incarceration; advancing policy change to end criminalization and racial bias perpetuated by the justice system; promoting holistic reentry services for the formerly incarcerated; defending immigrant rights and promoting efforts to organize communities to dismantle racism in various sectors of society. The future focus is currently being considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Strategy and Execution

– In consultation with the Rector, Vestry and senior clergy develops and refines a set of strategic goals and objectives for Trinity’s racial justice initiative.

– Deploys and integrates multiple tools to achieve impact including partnerships, Investing, grants, convening power and moral leadership.

– Integrates the various components and tools of the racial justice initiative into a coordinated and coherent strategy, connecting policy to action.

– Identifies additional opportunities for impact and tests those opportunities against strategy.

– Sets clear measurement indicators. Responds and adapts to the information they provide.

External Engagement & Partnership

– Seeks and builds partnerships that can increase impact and leverage expertize, voice and additional resources for Trinity’s racial justice work.

– Identifies and assesses partnership opportunities with political savvy.

– Strategically identifies potential grantees, works with the racial justice grants team to rigorously assesses grant proposals and manage grantee relationship throughout the lifecycle of a grant or PRI.

– Develops and maintains relationships with other grant-makers and philanthropic peers.

–  Publicly represents Trinity’s racial justice activities, including engagement with partners, other funders, government officials and advocates.

Internal Engagement & Team Culture

– Serves as a member of the senior leadership team for the Grants and Mission Investing department and works closely with the other GMI managing directors to identify opportunities for collaboration.

–  Co-leads with senior priests to source ideas, ensure key relationships within the Anglican Communion are maintained and built and inter-church dynamics are recognized.

– Collaborates with program colleagues who are developing social and racial justice programs for the congregation and community. This will include programs based at the new Trinity Commons parish building.

– Liaises with finance, legal and other teams within Trinity to ensure both impact and compliance.

– Contributes to an entrepreneurial work environment and positive culture of high impact, focused on outcomes.

– Builds and manages a team that is adaptable and flexible.

– Ensures that all work is approached with rigorous execution and the highest standards of ethics, aligned with Trinity’s core values.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience leading and/or developing a racial justice or social justice focused organization or program.
• Experience managing a grants portfolio.
• Strong financial skills and ability to manage budgets
• Management experience.
• Knowledge of the New York City racial justice community with national and international knowledge preferred.
• Experience developing programs with a partnership mentality, looking for partners and opportunity.
• Experience of focusing on a goal, rallying people to meet it, measuring progress to goal and course-correcting as needed.

Required and Preferred Education, Experience, and Credentials:

• 10- 15 years of non-profit, foundation or government experience.
• Experience developing and launching a new initiative or program.

• Experience speaking and presenting in both internal and public settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills.
• Leadership skills, particularly the ability to lead by influence, collaboration, and consensus-building.
• Mentoring and management skills.
• Organizational skills that include capacity to plan, implement, and oversee multiple, simultaneous projects and initiatives. Ability to set priorities decisively, delegate responsibilities, assure accountability, and allocate resources appropriately to achieve results.
• A strong understanding of the particular dynamics presented by Trinity being a religious institution.
• Bachelors Degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (mostly domestically)

The Organization

Trinity Church Wall Street is a growing and inclusive Episcopal parish that seeks to serve and heal the world by building neighborhoods that live Gospel truths, generations of faithful leaders, and sustainable communities. We are guided by our core values: faith, integrity, inclusiveness, compassion, social justice, and stewardship. Members come from New York City and surrounding areas to form a racially, ethnically, and economically diverse congregation. Trinity Church and St. Paul’s Chapel are the cornerstones of the parish’s community life, worship, and mission.

Position Overview

The Managing Director, Housing & Homelessness leads Trinity’s affordable housing strategic initiative as part of the Grants and Mission Investing team and function. In consultation with the Rector, Vestry and Senior Clergy the MD will help to develop a set of ambitious goals and objectives for the new affordable housing initiative and then manage towards success. Trinity currently owns St. Margaret’s House, providing affordable housing for seniors, and is considering how to deploy land and other assets to create more affordable housing in New York City.  Trinity is also interested in leveraging grants, Program Related Investing and other tools to advance affordable housing policy goals and reduce homelessness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy and Execution

– In consultation with the Rector, Vestry and Senior Clergy develops and refines a set of strategic goals and objectives for Trinity’s housing & homelessness initiative.

– Deploys and integrates multiple tools to achieve impact including land, partnerships, Investing, grants, convening power and moral leadership.

– Integrates the various components and tools of the affordable housing initiative into a coordinated and coherent strategy, connecting policy to action.

– Identifies additional opportunities for impact and tests those opportunities against strategy.

– Sets clear measurement indicators. Responds and adapts to the information they provide.

External Engagement & Partnership

– Seeks and builds partnerships that can increase impact and leverage expertize and additional resources for Trinity’s affordable housing work.

– Identifies and assesses partnership opportunities with financial acumen and political savvy.

– Strategically identifies potential grantees, rigorously assesses grant proposals and manages grantee relationship throughout the lifecycle of a grant or PRI.

– Develops and maintains relationships with other grant-makers and philanthropic peers.

– Publicly represents Trinity’s affordable housing activities, including engagement with partners, other funders, government officials and advocates.

Internal Engagement & Team Culture

– Serves as a member of the senior leadership team for the Grants and Mission Investing department and works closely with the other GMI managing directors to identify opportunities for collaboration.

– Liaises with real estate, facilities, finance, legal and other teams within Trinity to ensure both impact and compliance.

– Co-leads with senior priests to source ideas, develop key relationships and ensure inter-church dynamics are recognized.

– Contributes to an entrepreneurial work environment and positive culture of high impact, focused on outcomes.

– Builds a team that is adaptable and flexible.

– Ensures that all work is approached with rigorous execution and the highest standards of ethics, aligned with Trinity’s core values.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

·                     Experience leading and/or developing an affordable housing portfolio.

·                     Experience with grant-making and Program Related Investments.

·                     Strong financial skills, especially in affordable housing finance, and ability to manage budgets

·                     Knowledge of legal and compliance regulations for affordable housing.

·                     Knowledge of the New York City affordable housing policy and development landscape. Knowledge of homelessness policy or grant-making preferred.

·                     Management experience.

·                     Experience being entrepreneurial with a sales and partnership mentality, looking for partners and opportunity.

·                     Strong negotiating abilities.

·                     Experience of focusing on a goal, rallying people to meet it, measuring progress to goal and course-correcting as needed.

Required and Preferred Education, Experience, and Credentials:

·                     10- 15 years of non-profit, government or real estate management

·                     Experience developing and launching a new initiative or program.

·                     Experience speaking and presenting in both internal and public settings.

·                     Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills.

·                     Leadership skills, particularly the ability to lead by influence, collaboration, and consensus-building.

·                     Mentoring and management skills.

·                     Organizational skills that include capacity to plan, implement, and oversee multiple, simultaneous projects and initiatives. Ability to set priorities decisively, delegate responsibilities, assure accountability, and allocate resources appropriately to achieve results.

·                     A strong understanding of the particular dynamics presented by Trinity being a religious institution.

·                     Bachelors Degree required; Masters degree preferred.

·                     Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (domestically)

The Organization

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers – to empower youth, improve health and strengthen community.  Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches.  Community is the cornerstone of the Y.  Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

Position Overview

The Chief Development Officer is responsible to plan, coordinate and implement strategies that will cultivate donors and contributions that support the mission and strategic goals of the YMCA of Greater New York.  This role will be primarily responsible to develop and manage development systems which include volunteer and donor management, research and cultivation, gift processing and recognition.  With the YMCA of Greater New York poised to significantly grow its philanthropic scope, the Chief Development Officer will be responsible to develop longitudinal growth strategies.  This position will report directly to the President and CEO and will oversee the development office staff team with direct leadership of two Vice Presidents, a Senior Director and Manager.

We are seeking a proven strategic thinker who has an exceptional track record of success.  S/he will be comfortable motivating, communicating and influencing at all levels and in a multitude of environments. This executive will operate with the highest levels of integrity, honesty and personal standards and ethics. The Chief Development Officer will demonstrate the following attributes:

• Deep knowledge of New York City philanthropic community.
• Strong leader with the ability to effectively articulate a vision for both the short and long-term direction of the organization.
• Established reputation as a diplomatic leader who is able to engage a wide range of ideologies and build consensus.
• Ability to enact change.
• Eloquent, articulate and persuasive communication style.
• Deep commitment to the mission of the YMCA.

Key Responsibilities

• Directly supervise, develop and motivate four diverse and dynamic members of the Development team, while fostering a culture of teamwork, collaboration and accountability.
• Continue the strong growth of existing philanthropy programs and establish new initiatives designed to secure the support necessary to achieve the long-range objectives for program operations and capital expansion plans.
• Increase the Association’s endowment through philanthropy.
• Further develop a strategy for planned giving.
• Oversee and lead all aspects of major gift cultivation and solicitation which includes creating and growing a pipeline of major gifts from high net worth individuals.
• Staff and accompany the President and CEO, Development Committee and other Board members on solicitation calls.
• Provide leadership and staff service to the Board in carrying out their fundraising responsibilities including assisting the President and CEO, as required, to engage the Board in strategic fundraising efforts.
• Establish performance measures, monitor results and evaluate the effectiveness of the Association’s development program.
• Ensure attainment of the Association’s development activities through selection, development, motivation and evaluation of human resources, both professional and volunteer.
• Participate in identification and recruitment of members of the Development Committee and other volunteer leadership roles.
• Working with staff, ensure robust penetration of grant market and compliance with all grant programs undertaken.
• Expand the sophisticated corporate gift program.
• Become an active partner and advocate to ensure all fundraising needs are met in order to track current and potential donors and acknowledge, record and report all gifts and steward donors appropriately.
• Represent the YMCA of Greater New York to the Y’s national movement in all fund raising matters and coordinate the YUSA partner program in the Tri State area.
• As part of the senior management team, create and promote a positive and innovative culture by modeling hospitality characteristics in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members and the community.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years experience leading a progressive development program in a nonprofit organization.
• Demonstrated success in building and growing a development program, including diversification of revenue streams.
• Ability to perform across the fundraising spectrum, including corporate sponsorship, direct mail and online marketing, foundation relations, individual major gifts, prospect identification (corporate, foundation, individuals), and gift stewardship.
• Must be highly energetic, creative, persistent and flexible.  It’s imperative that this individual possess the style, stature, diplomatic, motivation and interpersonal skills to work effectively with the President and CEO, Board, staff and volunteers.

How To Apply

We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with an organizational culture committed to serving all members of our community. As a leading not-for-profit, community service organization, our Association relies heavily on fundraising to support the wide range of programs we proudly provide the communities we serve.  Our expectation is that all staff promote participation of fundraising efforts in some capacity.   If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please forward your cover letter and resume with subject line “SVP, Chief Development Officer” to careers@ymcanyc.org or to:

YMCA of Greater New York
Attn:  Human Resources Department
5 West 63rd Street
New York, NY 10023

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The Organization

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 60 countries, all 50 United States, and your neighborhood. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity; therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce.  Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.

Since its founding in 1951, The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 119 million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers worldwide. With the support of more than one million members, the Conservancy addresses the most pressing threats to our natural world.  Through important and strategic partnerships, we are expanding the impact of our work, finding creative ways to fund that bigger vision and build long-term relationships with communities, government agencies and commercial businesses to conserve natural resources at a new scale.

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 people of all genders, diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. 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, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

Position Overview

Want to help save the planet? One quarter of The Nature Conservancy’s funding comes from supporters who have named our organization a beneficiary of their estate plans. Many long-time donors make a gift in their will or trust to their favorite charities to ensure that the work they believe in will continue beyond their lifetime. The Conservancy considers these donors an important part of our “family” and invests the funds from these gifts in critical work to conserve lands and waters around the world for future generations. Join our team in a new initiative to build a meaningful stewardship and cultivation program for our loyal donors and help raise even more of these gifts critical to our conservation mission. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly motivated, loves interacting with diverse constituencies and supporters, and is interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization.

The Loyal Donor Program is seeking an energetic and dedicated professional to serve as Loyal Donor Officer in North Carolina. This position works closely with fundraising staff to secure bequest notifications, steward our most loyal supporters, and uncover major and planned gift potential. Our ideal candidate will work well in a fast-paced environment, have experience working with donors, and has exceptional attention to detail. The Loyal Donor Officer will apply knowledge of our local, regional, and global conservation projects to their donor-centric approach to cultivation and solicitation of loyal donors. To be successful and happy in this position, candidates should have a strong interest in working with donors, an interest in learning about our organization’s conservation priorities and planned giving, and be available to travel when needed. We value collaborative approaches, diverse perspectives, and encourage innovative ideas and recommendations.

The ideal candidate will have a background and track record that includes:

Minimum Qualifications

·   Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination.

·   Experience building relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff.

·   Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.

·   Experience working with cross-functional teams.

·  Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

·         Multi-lingual; multi-cultural; cross cultural experience and background an asset.

·         Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.

·         Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.

·         Ability to implement and manage fundraising plans, including individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.

·         Major gift and direct fundraising experience.

·         Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, specifically planned giving.

·         High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently.

The Organization

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Duke Endowment is seeking nominations and applications for a Program Officer of Higher Education. Reporting to the Director of Higher Education, Susan McConnell, the Program Officer will play an integral role in supporting the Endowment’s work in Higher Education.

Under the new leadership of President Rhett Mabry, the Endowment continues to fulfill the legacy of James Buchanan Duke through its work to help people and strengthen communities in North Carolina and South Carolina by nurturing children, promoting health, educating minds, and enriching spirits. In pursuit of that vision, the Program Officer Higher Education will support the Endowment’s work to support academic excellence, making education more affordable for qualified students, and developing engagement opportunities that serve local, national, and international communities as well as students.

The Program Officer Higher Education will be a critical partner to the Director of Higher Education and assist the Director in various program functions; confer with grantees on a wide range of matters pertaining to programs and grants; and prepare and present grant recommendations to Trustees.

The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree and five to seven years of demonstrated experience working in higher education or related sector. S/he will bring strong project management and relationship management skills and will be a collegial, collaborative, and accessible team member. The ideal candidate will have a strong consultative and highly developed interpersonal and relational skills, along with significant maturity, judgment, and people management skills. Experience in, or close partnership with, philanthropic or other grantmaking entities is preferred.

The search is being conducted by Tamar Datan and Nureen Das of NPAG. For details on how to apply, please see instructions at the end of this document.

THE DUKE ENDOWMENT

Since 1924, The Duke Endowment has worked to help people and strengthen communities in North Carolina and South Carolina by nurturing children, promoting health, educating minds, and enriching spirits. Located in Charlotte, N.C., the Endowment seeks to fulfill the innovative legacy of James Buchanan Duke, one of the great industrialists and philanthropists of the 20th century. Mr. Duke established the Endowment with $40 million. In 1925, it was expanded with an additional $67 million from his estate. Adjusted for present value, Mr. Duke’s total gifts would amount to almost $1.4 billion today.

The Endowment has awarded over $3.3 billion in grants since its inception, including nearly $1.5 billion to Duke University. With assets of $3.4 billion, the Endowment is one of the nation’s largest private foundations. Today, more than 83 percent of total spending goes directly to grantmaking. In addition to investing in four main program areas (child care, health care, higher education, and rural church), the Endowment operates a fellowship program to cultivate emerging leaders in philanthropy. The Duke Endowment’s four program areas include:

·       Nurturing Children: By expanding opportunities for vulnerable children in North Carolina and South Carolina, The Duke Endowment hopes to help them lead successful lives as they mature. The Endowment works through accredited organizations and other select nonprofit groups to help children who are without the benefit of family support, or are at risk of losing such support, reach developmental milestones and prepare for successful transitions to adulthood. Focusing on advancing evidence-based, nationally recognized practices that promote child well-being, the Endowment supports early intervention, collaborative approaches, and projects that help organizations serve children and their families more effectively.

·       Improving Health & Wellness: As the health care field continues to evolve into a comprehensive, service-delivery system, and as advancements in medicine and medical education allow people with chronic diseases to live longer lives, a variety of barriers to health remain. The Duke Endowment aims to remove those barriers and improve the lives of individuals in North Carolina and South Carolina, seeking lasting change by working to expand prevention and early intervention programs, improving the quality and safety of services, and increasing access to care.

·       Fostering Excellence Through Education: In an increasingly competitive global environment, the need for exceptional educational experiences is critical. The Duke Endowment works through select colleges and universities (Davidson College, Duke University, Furman University, and Johnson C. Smith University) to support undergraduate programs, scholarships, professorships, and faculty with the goal of educating people whose future contributions will benefit society. The Endowment focuses on academic excellence, making education more affordable for qualified students, and developing engagement opportunities that serve local, national and international communities as well as students.

·       Strengthening Communities Through Strong Rural Churches: United Methodist Churches have deep roots across North Carolina and play pivotal roles within rural districts. In addition to being centers of weekly worship, baptisms, weddings and funerals, these churches are home to community events, food pantries, and child care centers. By developing rural United Methodist churches and supporting their clergy leaders, the Endowment aims to expand church outreach across North Carolina and works collaboratively with the North Carolina and Western North Carolina conferences of the United Methodist Church and Duke Divinity School to help rural churches serve their neighbors.

Higher Education at The Duke Endowment

In an increasingly competitive global environment, the need for exceptional educational experiences is critical. The Endowment works through select colleges and universities to support undergraduate programs, scholarships, professorships and community and civic engagement initiatives with the goal of educating people whose future contributions will benefit society.

The Endowment focuses on academic excellence, making education more affordable for qualified students, and developing engagement opportunities that serve local, national and international communities as well as students.

Higher Education grants are limited to the following North Carolina and South Carolina institutions:

·       Davidson College, Davidson, North Carolina

·       Duke University, Durham, North Carolina

·       Furman University, Greenville, South Carolina

·       Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, North Carolina

The Endowment engages in deep partnerships with these institutions, offering support across a wide variety of areas, from capital projects to endowed professorships, community and civic engagement, college advising, environmental sustainability, student health and well-being, and more.

Position Overview

OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE PROGRAM OFFICER

Under the direction of Susan McConnell, Director of Higher Education, the Program Officer will support the Endowment in its work in the sector. Specifically, the Program Officer will:

·       Consult with grantees on preparing grant requests; help prepare and present grant recommendations to the Program Area Committee.

·       Review and analyze information, trends, and grantee characteristics related to topics of importance and possible new program initiatives.

·       Prepare summaries, white papers, and reports to share with various audiences, including Endowment Trustees, other program areas, the Endowment-supported schools, and/or the higher education sector.

·       Develop new program initiatives and policy guidelines for funding (including future payments and end of projects).

·       Participate in the comprehensive evaluation of the impact of grant making activities and in end-of-year grant evaluations.

·       Represent the Endowment in relationships with grantees, other funders, and philanthropic organizations at state and national meetings.

·       Assist with convening and facilitating meetings and conferences for grantees.

·       Participate in intra-Endowment committees/special projects as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

While no one individual may possess all ideal qualities listed, the Program Officer Higher Education is expected to have the following personal characteristics and professional experience:

·       Graduate or professional degree and at least five to seven years’ experience in the higher education or related sector.

·       Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, when relating to internal staff, grantees and other external constituents.

·       Strong analytical skills; ability and drive to analyze and synthesize data, and to organize and process significant interrelated information.

·       Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, meet deadlines and take initiative to pursue work, assist others and resolve problems and issues.

·       Interpersonal skills that will allow the position to build relationships with all levels of an organization.

·       Working knowledge of finance and accounting, and applications to grantmaking.

·       Knowledge of the political, social and economic environments in which the program area and its grantees operate, and of philanthropies/foundations in general.

·       Initiative to contribute and share ideas, and to engage others to learn from diverse perspectives and opinions.

·       Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to operate various office equipment.

How To Apply

TO APPLY

Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word format) and where you learned of the position should be submitted to: TDE-POHE@nonprofitprofessionals.com

The Duke Endowment is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. Employment opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

NPAG is an executive search and consulting firm dedicated to serving the mission-driven community. We partner with global mission-driven clients to deliver highly-tailored, innovative, and strategic senior and executive-level search services.  www.nonprofitprofessionals.com     

The Organization

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC), a not for profit law firm committed to battling poverty and injustice through individual legal representation, group and class action litigation, community organizing, policy advocacy, and media relations, is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Executive Director.  LAJC is a fierce advocate for low-income clients and communities in Central and Northern Virginia, and its work broadly impacts the entire state.  The new Executive Director will lead a dedicated team of nearly 50 staff while providing overall strategic direction to the organization in its ambitious agenda to advance social justice throughout the state.

Founded in 1967, LAJC provides services under four key program areas: Civil Rights & Racial Justice, Economic Justice, Just Children, and Immigrant Advocacy.  LAJC boldly tackles issues of systemic injustice and aims to raise public and policy-maker awareness of some of the most pressing challenges facing low-income Virginia residents.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will lead the organization in its provision of civil legal services and will provide thoughtful leadership of the strategic planning process in order to position the organization for continued success through efforts targeting the state’s most vulnerable communities.  S/he will be a seasoned, inclusive leader and an empowering manager, responsible for overseeing staff based in offices in Charlottesville, Falls Church, Petersburg, and Richmond, VA.

The ideal candidate will have significant nonprofit leadership and complex litigation experience, as well as demonstrated experience advancing access to justice and equal access to resources for all members of society.  S/he will pursue opportunities for broad impact work and manage all internal finances and growth of a $5.5 million budget.  S/he will ensure compliance with legal and funder requirements, ensuring the short and long term fiscal and programmatic health of the organization.   S/he will also enhance internal capacity and organizational infrastructure, while cultivating meaningful relationships and collaborations with key decision makers, law firms, philanthropic individuals and organizations, and other key social service and public interest partners.

The Executive Director will have an immovable moral core, exhibit humble, servant leadership, cultivate donors and pursue fundraising opportunities, and have strong ability to leverage staff effectively.  S/he will represent LAJC publicly, and will continue to elevate the organization’s image as a critical, impactful agency within the community.  S/he will have an underlying commitment to ensuring low-income people can meet their basic needs and be assured equal access to opportunities and justice, bringing to the work a sensitive appreciation for the barriers their communities face.  The Executive Director will be based in the Charlottesville, VA office.

The LAJC Search Committee is being supported by Tamar Datan, Nureen Das, and Mira Kline of the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group. Please see application instructions at the end of this document.

HISTORY AND MISSION

Originally formed as the Charlottesville-Albemarle Legal Aid Society, LAJC began providing legal representation for low-income individuals in Virginia in 1967.  In the late 1990’s Congress drastically reduced federal funding for legal aid services nation-wide and imposed significant restrictions on services.  The organization created a new entity with an overlapping Board known as Piedmont Legal Services to receive all federal funds for cases that fit the new federal guidelines.  At the same time, the organization set out to find new sources of revenue to address the legal needs of low income individuals that fell outside of the federal guidelines.

In 2001, the Charlottesville-Albemarle Legal Aid Society merged with another legal aid organization and became known as the Legal Aid Justice Center.  In the same year, Piedmont Legal Services merged into Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CLVAS) creating a single federally-funded organization to serve Charlottesville, Richmond and Petersburg. LAJC expanded to provide the full range of legal needs to low-income individuals, free of federal restrictions, such as class action suits and representation for undocumented immigrants.  Today, the two organizations operate as separate entities, still overseen by overlapping Boards.

Legal Aid Justice Center seeks equal justice for all by addressing clients’ legal problems, strengthening the voices of low-income communities, and rooting out the inequities that keep people in poverty.  Its work includes individual representation, group and class litigation, community organizing, policy advocacy, and media relations.  LAJC continues to be a leader, across the Commonwealth of Virginia and nationwide, in recognizing and addressing systemic problems affecting low-income clients.

LAJC is challenged with a growing demand for services among the communities served and needs that far exceed capacity.  The organization is committed to continually enhancing and evolving to address unmet needs, in order to maximize impact and address vital issues facing its clients.

Opportunities and Challenges Facing the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The next Executive Director at Legal Aid Justice Center will have the tremendous privilege and great responsibility of leading a venerable institution that has transformed countless lives over five decades. The new leader will help set the course for the future of the organization.

The new Executive Director will join a team of approximately 50 staff deployed in its four service offices including Charlottesville, Falls Church, Petersburg, and Richmond, VA.  The staff share an enduring passion for creating impactful change in the lives of those they are serving.

Specifically, the Executive Director will:

·       Provide strategic leadership and effective management of the organization including program planning, development, budget and financial oversight.

·       Prioritize areas in which LAJC can optimize impact for clients and the communities served.

·       Be responsible for donor stewardship and identifying and pursuing new fundraising opportunities.

·       In partnership with the Board of Directors and staff, develop, implement, and communicate LAJC’s strategic vision among key partners and stakeholders.

·       Enhance the capacity of the organization to address and evaluate client needs, service priorities, and emerging issues impacting client needs.

·       Identify and cultivate strategic and robust relationships with cross-sector partners, key decision makers, and other relevant local and statewide organizations to advance the mission and goals of the organization, and to best serve client needs.

·       Guide and support community organizing and advocacy initiatives.

·       Serve as an ambassador for LAJC internally and externally, inspiring others to take bold action to address systemic issues facing low income communities.

·       Directly supervise and mentor the Development Director and the Leadership Team comprised of 11 individuals servicing the four offices.

Position Overview

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:

·       A Law Degree, and significant nonprofit management experience in the legal aid or social justice fields.

·       Minimum of ten years’ experience in public interest law, or closely related field, with relevant courtroom litigation experience.

·       A breadth and depth of knowledge and experience in cutting edge impact litigation.

·       An understanding of the importance of advocacy in broader policy and public relations contexts, and a facility for advancing justice, equity and inclusion through such channels.

·       An inclusive, visionary leader with demonstrated experience effectively inspiring and leveraging staff, board members and partner relationships toward impact.

·       Deep appreciation of, and success in, community organizing and mobilizing at the local, state, and national levels.

·       Demonstrated leadership in a large, dynamic organization including fiscal oversight and budget development experience, revenue development, and fundraising experience.

·       Experience developing or improving organizational capacity, with an eye toward opportunities for process improvement.

·       Demonstrated success, internally and externally, as a consensus builder and collaborator.

• Excellent writing, analytical, and oral communication skills.

·       Self-starter and change agent with strong ability to manage staff who are geographically dispersed.

·       An underlying commitment to equity and an understanding of the culture and specific challenges faced by underserved populations.

• Ability to represent Legal Aid Justice Center to a variety of stakeholders and intermediaries in a credible and influential way
• An optimistic outlook, and the humor, integrity, patience, and perseverance necessary to support mission-driven staff and advance efforts to ensure underserved populations have greater access to services.

How To Apply

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS

More information about Legal Aid Justice Center may be found at:

https://www.justice4all.org/

Due to the pace of this search, candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume, salary expectations, and where you learned of the position should be sent to: LAJC-ED@nonprofitprofessionals.com.  In order to expedite the sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

The Legal Aid Justice Center is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply.

The Legal Aid Justice Center is committed to strengthening the voices of our low-income clients, working in collaboration with community partners, and rooting out the inequities that keep people in poverty. We strive to take on the issues that have broad impact on our client communities and to be responsive to client input. Recognizing the particular impact of racism on our clients and staff, we devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice.  

All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment that enables staff and clients to feel empowered, valued, respected, and safe. In reviewing applications, we look for evidence that applicants have experience and/or thoughtfulness in working with traditionally marginalized populations.

The Organization

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

The first grantmaker to hundreds of organizations, Astraea plays a catalytic role for LGBTQI groups around the world – particularly those led by lesbian and queer women, trans and gender nonconforming folks, intersex people, and people of color. Our grantmaking, capacity building, media and communications, and philanthropic advocacy programs support their work to build powerful movements for justice. A proud public foundation and one of the first women’s funds in the world, in our 40-year history we have granted over $40 million to LGBTQI activists and artists.

Position Overview

Astraea is seeking a Development Associate to support our fundraising activities and grant writing aimed at foundations and governments. We are looking for an individual with an aptitude for writing and a strong commitment to growing Astraea’s institutional giving. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about mobilizing resources for LGBTQI movements, interested in a career in development and ready to jump into a fun, supportive and team-oriented work environment. Supervised by the Senior Development Officer for Institutional Giving, the Development Associate will join a dynamic Development Team of seven that raises more than $9M yearly through institutional giving, major gifts, events, annual campaign and more. People of color, lesbian, bisexual and queer women, trans and gender nonconforming people, intersex people, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

● Develop, write, and assemble concept notes, proposals and reports for foundation and government funders

● Maintain detailed grant tracking and grants calendar

● Maintain relevant donor files and Raiser’s Edge records, including tracking funder interactions

● Conduct prospect research to identify possible new institutional funding sources

● Develop materials to support ongoing funder stewardship

● Help to plan and execute funder engagement activities

● Communicate with funders and institutional partners

● Lead internal coordination across teams to meet proposal and report deadlines

● Support management of Astraea’s Donor Advised Funds program

● Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

● Outstanding writing and research skills; experience with grant writing or communications for fundraising is a plus

● Superlative attention to detail

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

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

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

● High standard of computer literacy and competence

● Experience with constructing budgets and/or tracking revenue is a plus

● Experience in social justice, human rights, development and/or philanthropic fields

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

● Passionate about Astraea’s mission as a public foundation and women’s fund

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

● Based in New York City or willing to relocate

How To Apply

Please send resume/CV, cover letter, and salary requirements to jobs@astraeafoundation.org in .pdf, doc, or .docx format or submit via the form on our website by September 7. No phone calls, please – only applicants being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Astraea is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse (multi-gender, cross-class and multi-racial), collaborative and sustainable work environment. For more information visit www.astraeafoundation.org

The Organization

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), founded in 1930 as an independent, private foundation by breakfast cereal pioneer Will Keith Kellogg, is among the largest philanthropic foundations in the United States. Guided by the belief that all children should have an equal opportunity to thrive, WKKF works with communities to create conditions for vulnerable children so they can realize their full potential in school, work and life.

Position Overview

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation, a leading national philanthropic force helping communities create the conditions children need to thrive, is seeking nominations and applications for Program Officers to strengthen the foundation’s work in Food Systems, Health Equity, and Maternal and Child Health. In recent years, the foundation has sharpened its focus on improving conditions for vulnerable children, concentrating on three key factors of success and their intersections: education and learning; food, health and well-being; and family economic security. Reporting to the Director of Food, Health & Well-Being (FHWB), the Program Officers will provide leadership and oversight for execution of programs and policy that strive for positive systemic change within communities to ensure educated, healthy kids and secure families nationally, focusing on the integration of these areas with efforts to transform public health systems to more effectively address racial equity, community engagement and social determinants of health.

The FHWB team at WKKF partners closely with community stakeholders and policy makers to co-create a network of organizations working together to support community-based approaches in key areas of maternal and child health, oral health, breastfeeding, and continued access to good food and active living throughout a child’s early development. Programming efforts focus on building food systems infrastructure and providing places for physical activity, supporting equitable maternal and child health services and improving birth outcomes, and advancing health equity to help vulnerable children and families achieve optimal health. The incoming Program Officers will play a key role in building upon and supporting this work, particularly in ways in which those areas intersect with public health systems.

The ideal candidates will have a master’s or terminal degree and substantial work experience within or partnered with public health systems or food production and distribution systems and a solid understanding of community engagement in those systems. The new Program Officers will screen and recommend grants for funding; build relationships and coalitions nationally; conduct site visits; and build, manage, and monitor a portfolio of grant programs and a public policy agenda aligned with the foundation’s strategic framework. The Program Officers will build and maintain strong, authentic relationships and act as spokespeople, effectively communicating the foundation’s goal of working with communities to improve the lives of children. They will have familiarity with public health networks as well as experience developing robust partnerships across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. A deep and comprehensive understanding of program design and development along with local, regional, and national networks of contacts is desired. Successful program officers at the foundation are holistic, entrepreneurial, and interdisciplinary thinkers with a current understanding of broad social and economic forces affecting communities and families, demonstrated ability to develop and implement programs, and the skill to facilitate authentic, productive dialogue within diverse communities and settings. They will possess a strong team orientation, the ability to adapt quickly to change, a natural learning orientation, and have demonstrated success working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and proudly values diversity.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply

This search is being conducted with assistance from Carolyn Ho and Melinda Hull of NPAG. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word format), and where you learned of the position should be sent to: WKKF-POFHWB@nonprofitprofessionals.com. In order to expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

The Organization

The Nathan Cummings Foundation is rooted in the Jewish tradition and committed to democratic values and social justice, including fairness, diversity, and community. We seek to build a socially and economically just society that values nature and protects the ecological balance for future generations; promotes humane health care; and fosters arts and culture that enriches communities.

Position Overview

The Nathan Cummings Foundation (NCF or the Foundation), a multigenerational family foundation committed to creating a more just, vibrant, sustainable and democratic society, seeks nominations and applications for the role of Vice President of Programs (VPP).

As philanthropic organizations across the United States and beyond consider their role in society in extraordinary times, the Nathan Cummings Foundation (NCF) has boldly committed to leveraging 100% of its assets – including its grants, voice, investments, and people – toward its mission.  To do this effectively, NCF is revisiting traditional structures and practices in philanthropy in support of greater impact and positive changemaking in communities.  The new Vice President of Programs will be a critical leader, visionary, and partner to the CEO and the board in the achievement of NCF’s vision of a best-in-class social justice philanthropy that is integrated and intersectional in its approaches and fully aligned in its culture, operations, and systems.  S/he/they will work to position NCF internally and externally as a leading force for change in alignment with grantees and other philanthropic partners to effectively respond to national and international challenges with urgency and impact.

Reporting to and partnering closely with the CEO, the VPP will join a senior leadership team alongside the VP of Finance and VP of Human Resources and Administration to realize NCF’s mission and to guide and manage NCF operations, culture, and external partnerships in a way that aligns with the Foundation’s values. The VPP will be a team builder bringing knowledge, skill, strategy, and savvy to the development of a strong programmatic team and the creation of effective systems for ongoing learning and refinement.  S/he/they will develop strong relationships with the Board of Trustees and be the key partner to the President in supporting their oversight of program strategy and impact, supporting a culture of accountability, transparency and learning that deepens their engagement and governance. The VPP will also represent NCF externally, collaborating with partners across sectors to extend the Foundation’s impact and influence and actively contributing to the field with leadership and innovation.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned strategist with progressive and exceptional leadership combined with a proven track record of innovative ideas and approaches that support learning and greater effectiveness in the art of grantmaking. An inclusive leadership style, outstanding management skills, and experience building and supporting high-functioning teams are essential.  The VPP will be an adaptive, collaborative leader who will develop strategies grounded in principles of social justice philanthropy that are nimble, responsive, and reflective of the integrated and complex nature of social change.

How To Apply

TO APPLY

This search is being conducted by Allison Kupfer Poteet and Erica Nicole Griffin of national executive search firm NPAG. Nominations and applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word format), and where you learned of the position should be sent to: NCF-VPP@nonprofitprofessionals.com. In order to expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

The Nathan Cummings Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that participates in fair-chance hiring practices, and candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. As an organization deeply committed to diversity of experience, NCF values and welcomes candidates from a wide range of personal and professional backgrounds, including community-based organizations, policy organizations, government, national nonprofits or the private sector.

The Organization

Meyer Memorial Trust, established from the estate of Fred G. Meyer in 1982, is one of the largest private foundations in Oregon, with current assets of roughly $790 million. Over its lifetime, Meyer has awarded grants and program-related investments in excess of $758 million to more than 3,380 organizations. Today, Meyer focuses on work in Oregon in four areas Oregonians have identified as crucial to making the state better for all its residents: housing, education, the environment and building stronger communities. Meyer also funds ongoing initiatives related to affordable housing and education policy. Meyer is a founding member of the Oregon Immigrant and Refugee Funders Collaborative, which addresses crucial and time-sensitive issues facing immigrants and refugees across the state. These efforts, and those on the horizon, support Meyer’s vision of a flourishing and equitable Oregon.

Position Overview

Meyer seeks a Director of Program Strategy, a key member of the executive team, to serve as a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who collaborates to deliver a successful programmatic strategy and process that highlights the strengths of each portfolio and provides opportunities to leverage the underlying intersections among them. As the program lead, the individual will strategize with program teams to transform ideas into workable, executable solutions and work with the entire organization to facilitate ongoing learning and evaluation. This role will oversee and support a talented team of portfolio directors, program officers, fellows, program associates and a senior administrative assistant.

How To Apply

Meyer hasexclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit http://the360group.us/MMT_DPS_PD.pdf to review the complete position description, including detailed application instructions. No calls, please. To be considered, The 360 Group must receive applications no later than 5:00pm Pacific time on September 13, 2018.