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The Organization – Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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

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

Position Overview:

Assistant Director, Corporate Partnership

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Brookline, MA

Full Time

As a member of the Corporate Partnerships team, the Assistant Director is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and management of a portfolio of companies to generate philanthropic revenue in support of institutional priorities. The Assistant Director manages a prospect pool of approximately 150 companies capable of making $5,000-$100,000+ gifts and grants, cause related marketing programs, and event sponsorships.

The onboarding of this role will include a comprehensive training process which includes completion of online modules, shadowing colleagues, as well as hands-on learning experiences throughout the first calendar year in the role.

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

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

Application Requirements: 

Resume and cover letter required with application submission. If you wish to disclose your personal pronouns, please include them within your resume and cover letter submission.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and closing of $500,000-$1M worth of gifts and grants annually in support of institutional goals and priorities.
• Collaborate with Corporate Partnerships colleagues to achieve corporate engagement goals:
  • Cultivation of new cause marketing partnerships, campaigns, and relationships
  • Renewal and identification of new event sponsors (<$25K cash and in-kind)
  • Employee engagement and event participation
  • Corporate major gifts for patient support and community benefits
• Work with Assistant Vice President, program leaders, researchers, trustees, volunteer leadership, and staff to develop proposals for specific programmatic and capital funding needs to manage overall corporate fundraising efforts for assigned areas.
• Conduct phone calls, virtual meetings, face to face visits, tours, effective solicitations, and related relationship building outreach with corporate prospects.
• Work with corporate contacts to identify and reach top decision makers, make connections with executives in the position to direct corporate philanthropic decisions, or marketing and community engagement teams to direct marketing or employee participation in events.
• Prepare letters, letters of intent, proposals, reports, acknowledgements, briefings and donor correspondence for Dana-Farber and volunteer leadership as needed.
• Work in a highly collaborative manner across the Division of Philanthropy, particularly with Annual Giving, Principal and Major Gifts, Foundation Relations, and the Jimmy Fund teams (Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk, Event Fundraising, Running Programs, and Golf programs) to coordinate activity and develop strategies to maximize revenue.
• Support the planning and execution of an annual Corporate Partners Summit.
• Represent Dana-Farber at off-site presentations and meetings.
• Travel as appropriate to meet with prospects.
• Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Reports to Assistant Vice President, Corporate Partnerships. This position will seek major decision-making authority from direct supervisor. However, independent decision-making on day-to-day tasks and good judgment and discretion is required for working with current and prospective donors, Institute staff, and Trustees.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required plus 5-7 years of experience in Philanthropy. Preference for candidates with previous solicitation and proposal experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Strong oral and written communications skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail. Ability to work with a variety of constituencies, including donors, volunteers, and DFCI staff. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Philanthropy databases. Ability to work independently and be self-motivated. Excellent problem solving and reasoning skills. Demonstrated ability to meet fundraising goals and deadlines. Ability to work in a collegial manner with the Division of Philanthropy team in creating and implementing solicitation strategies.

Patient Contact:

No.

Working Conditions:

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. Some evening and weekend work may be required during peak times. Some local travel primarily in MA.

Division of Philanthropy Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity Commitment Statement:

We’re stronger together. In the Division of Philanthropy, we believe in the power of different voices. We encourage authenticity and diversity of every individual within our community. Our collective voices – donors, volunteers, staff, and patients alike – allow us to work together towards a world without cancer. Committed to being a place of inclusivity, belonging, and change, these are our core values.

Inclusive interview practices are a priority in the Division of Philanthropy. We incorporate an Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (ID&E) Interview Panel in all searches. In this 30-minute interview, we connect with candidates on four main ID&E competencies: empathy, collaboration, inclusivity, and compassion.

DFCI DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

DFCI offers a competitive benefits package including generous healthcare and retirement plans, at minimum 3-weeks’ vacation time in addition to 10 paid holidays, a flexible work environment, and work/life balance. Dana-Farber offers a variety of personal, professional, and leadership development opportunities to all members of its workforce through Institutional programming. Division of Philanthropy offers 75+ specialized professional development sessions designed for staff each year through its in-house learning program, the Center for Advancement Training.*

*All benefits subject to Institute changes

We’re hiring! Learn more about working in the Division of Philanthropy and view all open positions.

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

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please visit: 
https://careers.dana-farber.org/assistant-director-corporate-partnership_1

The Organization – Mellon Foundation

Mellon Foundation (“Foundation”) believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and we believe that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. The Foundation makes grants in four core program areas – Higher Learning, Arts and Culture, Public Knowledge, and Humanities in Place – and through its signature Presidential Initiatives. The Foundation seeks a Manager of Strategic Learning and Evaluation.

Summary:
The mission of the Strategic Learning and Evaluation (SLE) team is to foster a culture of learning and evaluative thinking. Our team supports the Foundation, in collaboration with grantees and partners, to rapidly learn from and adapt strategies to advance the Foundation’s mission. This is achieved through:

A focus on continuous learning aimed at advancing Mellon’s mission;

Attention to the mindsets, relationships, processes, and structures that facilitate learning;

Access to timely and meaningful research, analysis, and evaluation that can be used to inform decisions and refine strategies;

Enabling feedback loops that foster learning with and from our grantees and philanthropic partners; and

Engagement with the broader philanthropic sector so that we can stay abreast of emerging trends, identify opportunities for partnerships, and share our learnings with other social justice funders.

Position Details:
Under the general direction of the Senior Director, the Manager of SLE will support the Foundation’s ongoing learning. The Manager will work in partnership with SLE staff, the library and archives team, and the Office of the Executive Vice President. The Manager will also work in close collaboration with program staff, grants management, and administrative staff to support the broader programmatic objectives of the Foundation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Strengthen the Foundation’s learning culture by working with program staff to develop opportunities for shared meaning with staff, grantees, funders, and other key partners

Illustrate our impact through compelling visual and narrative data storytelling, utilizing quantitative and qualitative data to capture our learning and impact

Work with grants management and information technology to collect, maintain, and apply accurate, reliable, and purposeful data

Design and facilitate engaging and effective meetings that support learning, reinforce the Foundation’s priorities, and drive action

Develop processes and practices that make the Foundation’s learning more transparent to grantees, other funders, and external partners

Develop approaches informed by the Equitable Evaluation Framework™, demonstrating principles of Emergent Learning©, and utilizing tools of Results Count© to drive strategic clarity, alignment, and to track effectiveness over time

Engage with the philanthropic sector so that Mellon stays abreast of trends in the sector and is informed by best practices among social justice funders

Ensure that the ways the team operates are in alignment with the values of the Foundation and demonstrate a commitment to social justice

Position Qualifications:
Ability to collect, analyze, synthesize and represent quantitative and qualitative data

Excellent communications skills with the ability to utilize storytelling, data visualization, and other tools to illustrate change, motivate, and inspire

Capacity to effectively use research and evaluation for learning and strategy development

Strong facilitation skills with the ability to move groups from talk to action, utilizing emergent learning and other tools to create shared meaning

Strong project management skills that include establishment of milestones, communication plans, and the timely delivery of final products

Broad knowledge of evaluation and learning trends and familiarity with key industry publications and associations

Passion for the development of a learning culture built on trusting relationships that can foster vulnerability, learning, and change

Flexibility, adaptability, curiosity, and a continuous learner

Ability to maintain momentum in a dynamic work environment with shifting priorities

An advanced degree in social science or a related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Mellon Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Mellon offers a generous total reward package that includes base salary and a comprehensive benefits program, as well as an excellent working environment. Mellon is committed to providing compensation that is competitive and equitable within the philanthropic sector. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $185,000 – $195,000. The amount of pay offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to qualifications, unique skills, credentials, or experience that is expected to impact the candidate’s contribution to the role. We will also consider market data as well as the Foundation’s internal pay equity framework.

Please note that Mellon maintains a hybrid work schedule, with three days per week in person at the Foundation’s Manhattan offices.

Candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter describing fit for the position and a resume by April 18, 2024.

The Foundation will consider each response carefully, but only contact those individuals it believes are most qualified for the position.

How to Apply

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=5cd5c82a-9265-495c-8abc-b4756df8f809&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=487751&lang=en_US&source=CC2

The Organization – United Way Bay Area (UWBA)

Founded in 1922, United Way Bay Area (UWBA) has worked for over a century to address the root causes of poverty in the San Francisco Bay Area. Serving eight diverse and distinct counties, UWBA brings together partners from the nonprofit, business, and government sectors to address Bay Area poverty, collaborating across sectors, developing solutions, capturing needed data, and using those insights to support public policy and create research-backed community initiatives.

Position Overview

UWBA seeks a dynamic, authentic CEO who is passionate about ending poverty and its causes, with a real commitment to equity and the capacity to drive cultural change. UWBA will welcome an informed and well-respected leader who is familiar with the points of intersection of poverty causes and interventions, strategic fundraising and resource allocation, policy advocacy, and the promotion of equity. The new CEO will also be able to appreciate how innovative problem-solving can empower – rather than complicate or undermine – Bay Area communities. This position offers a competitive salary range of $320,000 to $400,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

United Way Bay Area has exclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit https://the360group.us/UWBA_CEO_PD.pdf  to review the complete position description, which includes detailed application instructions. To be considered, The 360 Group encourages all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

The Organiztion – The Colorado Health Foundation

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

HISTORY

Founded in 1995 as a joint venture of the nonprofit hospital system HealthONE and the for-profit Hospital Corporation of America, the organization officially rebranded as the Colorado Health Foundation (CHF) in 2006. The rebranding came with the adoption of a new vision to make Colorado the healthiest state in the nation, as well as a new strategy to organize their priorities into three community outcome areas: Health Care, Health Coverage, and Healthy Living.

2011 was a major inflection point at CHF, as the foundation sold its equity stake in HCA-HealthONE to HCA for $1.45 billion. With the sale, the Foundation’s assets grew to $2 billion and the board of directors established that CHF would continue to operate in perpetuity. The organization also used this moment to embrace systems change work beyond the grantmaking it had already been doing.

From 2011 to 2016, CHF continued to evolve and refine its grantmaking strategy as it shifted from being a public charity to a private foundation. This shift included the creation of Healthier Colorado, an independent 501(c)(4) meant to serve as the voice of Coloradans in policy debates pertinent to the health of the state’s residents.

In 2015, Karen McNeil-Miller assumed the role of President and CEO at CHF. During her tenure, CHF has implemented major strategic changes to ensure that CHF can meet the current needs of the moment. The organization adopted a broader definition of health and program staff began implementing a new Community Engagement IMPACT Model to guide the Foundation’s work in communities. The organization now makes grants that align with 10 priority areas. Crucially, the organization committed itself to health equity as its North Star. It has since expanded on this by dedicating itself to racial justice as the key mechanism by which it seeks to achieve health equity. CHF relocated to its current location in uptown Denver in 2016.

MISSION & VALUES

The Colorado Health Foundation operates on the belief that health and well-being can be in reach for everyone. The mission of the organization is to improve the health of Coloradans by collaborating with organizations and communities across the state to break down the many systemic inequities that stand in the way of health, because when every Coloradan has the power to be healthy, our entire state is stronger. The organization envisions a future where all Coloradans can say: “We have all we need to live healthy lives.”

The Foundation’s work and expectations of its partners are rooted in three cornerstones:

• Everything is done with the intent of creating health equity.
• The Foundation serves Coloradans who have less power, privilege, and income, and prioritizes Coloradans of color, because they are most disproportionately impacted by systemic and historic barriers that stand in the way of health and well-being.
• The Foundation is informed by the community and the people it exists to serve.

PRIORITY AREAS

The organization’s four strategic focus areas correlate to 10 priority areas:

Champion Power Shifting

• Advocacy
• Capacity Building

Advance Health and Well-being

• Primary Care
• Adult Recovery
• Thriving Young People

Support Community Solutions

• Community Solutions
• Locally focused Work

Reimagine Systems

• Food Access & Security
• Affordable Housing
• Economic Opportunity

Colorado is home to a diverse population of nearly six million people who reside in vibrant urban and rural communities throughout the state. The economy is growing, and the state is world-renowned for its natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor recreation and adventure.

There are significant bright spots in the overall health and health care landscape in Colorado. The social safety net is strong and resilient, and while public insurance levels have dropped since the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency, over 95% of Coloradans currently have some form of public or private health insurance coverage. Moreover, the current public policy environment to advance health, health care, and health equity is favorable.

Despite this, serious challenges persist. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose a threat to vulnerable populations, and significant residual inequities that emerged during the pandemic remain. Mental health and well-being concerns have increased, and social factors that influence health such as the cost of living, racial disparities, housing affordability, homelessness, food security, substance misuse, and public safety issues continue to challenge the overall health and well-being of traditionally underserved and marginalized communities. Much work remains to be done.

The Colorado Health Foundation (CHF) is dedicated to improving health outcomes for Coloradans from all walks of life. As the largest foundation in the state of Colorado and the third largest health philanthropy in the country, CHF plays a key role in the development, evaluation, and dissemination of innovative and effective approaches to overcome these challenges across the state. Under the leadership of CEO Karen McNeil-Miller, the Foundation’s strategy has evolved while remaining steadfast in its commitment to advancing health equity and racial justice.

The Vice President of Community Investments & Impact (VP, CII) role represents an exciting opportunity for an individual who has a passion for advancing health and well-being and a deep appreciation of the important role of philanthropy and of CHF in strengthening the organizations that are working to advance health equity in Colorado. CHF seeks an inspired and inspiring, skilled and experienced, values-driven leader to join the team at an important moment for Colorado, and for CHF.

The VP, CII is a key contributor to the executive leadership team of the Foundation and is responsible for the collaborative deployment and impact of grants and community investments, which totaled in excess of $100 million in 2023. The VP, CII will report to and work closely with the Chief Impact Officer, who oversees the development and execution of programmatic strategies at the Foundation related to grantmaking, impact investing, learning and evaluation, and policy advocacy. The VP, CII will lead the Community Investment & Impact department, directly supervising three portfolio directors. The CII team is a 23-person staff comprised of portfolio directors, senior program officers, program officers, and program assistants.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY FOR IMPACT

The VP, CII will play a key role in the following areas:

Foundation Leadership
As a member of the four-person executive team, the VP, CII will actively participate in the leadership of the organization. In this capacity, they will foster a culture of stewardship by advising the CHF board, leadership, and staff on opportunities to maximize impact through grantmaking and community engagement.

Department Management
The VP, CII will lead the 23-person Community Impact and Investment (CII) department and directly supervise three portfolio directors. They will ensure that the department’s people practices align with the approach of CHF as a whole. They will co-create and model efforts to create a workplace that fosters equity, inclusion, and belonging, promote learning, and enable team members to do their best work.

The VP, CII will ensure that department operations, processes, and guidelines are consistent with organizational expectations. They will ensure that team members have the resources and tools necessary to meet job expectations and will oversee CII department budget development and ongoing management.

External Relations
The VP, CII will represent the Foundation’s mission, vision, values, and priorities internally and externally with partners and in the community and will model professionalism and authenticity in every interaction. They are expected to embody the Foundation’s core values as they develop and manage an extensive and diverse network. The VP, CII will be an active relationship builder and will be expected to leverage their network to support organizational and community strategies to strengthen impact. They will also be expected to develop regular, ongoing feedback loops to learn from the experiences of others to deepen and broaden the work of the foundation.

Grantmaking, Monitoring, and Management
The VP, CII will lead the development of grantmaking priorities and oversee key impact initiatives across the organization. They will lead the review of portfolios, revising and recalibrating grantmaking strategies to incorporate key learnings from grant review, monitoring and evaluation, and other evidence-based sources. They will approve and/or recommend grants within designated thresholds. The VP, CII will develop and foster an internal culture that promotes inclusion and belonging and enables greater learning, reflection, and idea development to ensure stronger grantmaking practices and greater impact. They will work closely with leadership to ensure that efforts related to communications, evaluation, policy, and grantmaking are effective and mutually reinforcing.

Knowledge Development, Learning, and Opportunity Identification
The new VP, CII will lead the creation of systems, structures, and processes for sharing and leveraging knowledge within the team and across the organization to ensure alignment and increase impact. They will contribute learnings at the local, state, and national levels, and translate learnings into opportunities to deepen impact.

The new VP, CII will lead current strategies and explore emerging opportunities to advance the Foundation’s mission. As part of this process, they will identify and track trends among nonprofit grantee partners within the state of Colorado, and within the field of health, and utilize these trends to inform the organization’s grantmaking strategy.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications enumerated below, strong candidates will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:

Connection to the Mission

• Strong candidates must, first and foremost, be passionate about creating a future where all Coloradans can say: “We have all we need to live healthy lives.”
• Keen, well-developed awareness of systemic racism and commitment to racial equity as the key mechanism to achieve health equity. Ability to lead teams and organizations through the operationalization of equity, inclusion, and diversity into organizational programs, strategy, operations, and relationships.
• Deep understanding of the diverse communities with which CHF works. On-the-ground programmatic work within these communities and success building trust and advancing community-informed/driven work is a must.

Relationship Building and Communications

• Exceptional skills to navigate relationships internally and externally, and an authentic interest in listening to and learning from others. Ability to establish trust, engage partners and community, and act with intentionality, accountability, and humility.
• Ability to generate innovation, engagement, and empowerment by listening to staff and communities and reflecting their thinking in solutions and practices.

Internal Leadership and Management

• Significant experience in the design of operational systems and processes to support programmatic excellence, and significant experience setting clear and strategic operational visions and translating them into immediate and long-term action plans – particularly in the context of complex organizations with highly interdependent and collaborative teams.
• An agile, mindful, and effective people leader who attracts and retains great talent by building a positive, trusting, and inclusive team culture that inspires all to achieve excellence.
• A thoughtful internal leader who is capable of both deep self-reflection and inspiring others to self-reflect.
• Great performance manager with ability to coach, lead, be open to feedback, be trustworthy, and be a good advisor.
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively establish and manage toward the progress of end goals while remaining adaptive to changing circumstances and competing priorities.

Strategy, Learning, and Grantmaking

• Capacity to prioritize and implement a broad strategic plan that engenders commitment from all key constituencies.
• Demonstrated experience in grantmaking across a range of interests and in ways that leverage philanthropy’s contribution with larger societal, governmental, or community objectives.

The Basics

• 12+ years’ progressive management and leadership experience in philanthropy and/or health with experience in the nonprofit or public sectors.
• 7+ years of experience leading a team in a supervisory role.
• Advanced business acumen.
• Seasoned public communicator.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a discipline that aligns with the expectations of the position is preferred.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & WORK LOCATION

It is an exciting time to join the Foundation, with assets including a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.7 billion and annual grantmaking in excess of $100 million. The hiring range for this position is $276,470 – $325,259. A robust benefits and wellness package includes a 401(k) match and generous paid leave.

This is a full-time position in Denver, Colorado except for required travel. The Foundation works on a hybrid schedule of three days in-office (required) and two days remote, with occasional in-person meetings on those days as well. Support for relocation is available as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

More about The Colorado Health Foundation’s work to advance health equity and racial justice can be found here: coloradohealth.org/how-we-work

This search is being led by Allison Kupfer Poteet, Ellen LaPointe, and Andrés Marcuse-González of the national executive search firm NPAG. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG’s website. For any questions about the process or to let us know of your accessibility needs, please email the team at info@npag.com. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

Colorado Health Foundation is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Organization – Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation’s top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Occupational Summary:

Responsible for completing special projects and initiatives for the Senior Associate Vice President, DHDAA; including but not limited to, streamlining processes to record fundraiser activity in DHDAA’s multiple systems, developing projects to focus on data hygiene and consistency, assist in planning, developing, implementing of key business practices and protocols.

Work Performed:

Administrative Management (60%)

Develops strategies for the Senior Associate Vice President to keep track of team and fundraiser activity. Including, partnering with the DHDAA Prospect Development team to create reports based on the Senior Associate Vice President’s reporting needs. Creates and updates documentation that reflects both quantitative and qualitative data on team activity.

Develops strategies for the Senior Associate Vice President to keep track of team and fundraiser activity. Including, partnering with the DHDAA Prospect Development team to create reports based on the Senior Associate Vice President’s reporting needs. Creates and updates documentation that reflects both quantitative and qualitative data on team activity.

As a representative of the Senior Associate Vice President’s team, serve as one of the subject matter experts for the DHDAA metric program; which includes, presenting on elements of the metric program, providing guidance on appropriate methods for capturing metric-related activity, and participating in discussions regarding updates to metric guidelines.

Assists the Senior Associate Vice President in developing a timeline and plan for setting DHDAA philanthropic and activity-based goals. Is responsible for ensuring that key deadlines are met as part of the goal-setting process.

In coordination with DHDAA staff, represents the needs and perspectives of DHDAA fundraisers and their staff in meetings with DHDAA operations partners and with University Development colleagues.

Represent the Senior Associate Vice President, as it relates to the preparation for and meeting management for DHDAA gift officers’ bi-annual prospect review meetings.

Support the development and maintenance of the Senior Associate Vice President’s portfolio. This may include, requesting research, entering contact reports and solicitations, and submitting team requests through DADD.

Performs a variety of administrative tasks for the Senior Associate Vice President including, but not limited to, drafting correspondence, attending meetings on his/her behalf, suggesting and preparing content for regularly scheduled meetings, and keeping track of any follow-up. Addresses miscellaneous administrative needs as they arise.

Tracks referrals and program requests from Duke Alumni Association and University Development to DHDAA and assists in managing responses.

Project Management (35%)

Designs and implements special projects for the Senior Associate Vice President, DHDAA; including, ownership over partnering with the School of Medicine and Duke University Health System finance offices to track and record philanthropy and creating and managing a streamlined process for gift approval in coordination with the Duke Office of Scientific Integrity.

Drafts standard operating procedures that document procedural steps for key processes within the office. Creates and standardizes workflows aimed at increasing efficiency in work distribution and project management for DHDAA fundraisers and teams.

Create and manage a comprehensive onboarding plan for gift officers, gift officer staff support, and additional Philanthropy and Engagement Programs team members and assists in the execution of that plan.

Other (5%)

Provides broad support of fundraisers; which includes, technical support to fundraisers and their teams, no matter unit affiliation. This includes research needs, business processes, navigating systems, financial reporting.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 5 years of experience required, preferably in a highly complex, matrixed organization such as a university or an academic medical center.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

DEPARTMENT PREFERENCES/SKILLS

Must be organized and detail oriented and have demonstrated ability to use software applications, databases, and networked information systems.

Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of fundraising/advancement.

Demonstrated project management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals in a diplomatic and professional manner.

Ability to be flexible in working independently as well as collaboratively with Development management and others to achieve defined goals.

Possess the traits of good judgement and discretion in communicating with colleagues and constituents.

Demonstrated initiative to organize and follow through with complex tasks to meet deadlines.

An authentic appreciation for the importance of higher education and research conducted at a top-ranked university.

Demonstrated ability to thrive and succeed in a culture that is results-oriented and fast paced, where the team is proactive and focused on consistently advancing prospects toward closing gifts.

Consensus building skills, collegiality and the agility necessary to build relationships across multiple constituencies.

Resourcefulness in analyzing situations, finding and recommending appropriate solutions to problems and initiative in presenting alternatives and implementing solutions.

Ability to prioritize.

How to Apply

https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/243376/

The Organization – The NEA Foundation

About The NEA Foundation

The NEA Foundation is a national nonprofit and philanthropic organization that achieves its mission by investing in educators’ leadership, shared learning and collaboration; supporting partnerships that advance the best in teaching and learning; and sharing improvements in education policy and practice resulting from educators’ and organizational partners’ thought leadership.

About The NEA Foundation

The NEA Foundation is a national nonprofit and philanthropic organization that achieves its mission by investing in educators’ leadership, shared learning and collaboration; supporting partnerships that advance the best in teaching and learning; and sharing improvements in education policy and practice resulting from educators’ and organizational partners’ thought leadership.

The Foundation’s aims are furthered through grants programs, strategic initiatives, fellowship and awards programs, and numerous collaborative efforts.

The Foundation believes that the most innovative and effective policies and strategies emanate from educators engaged in authentic partnership with policymakers, students, parents, and others committed to educational justice, equity, excellence, and opportunity. They envision schools as places that foster both educators’ and students’ love of learning, enabling both to excel. They also envision education as every child’s civil right.

The NEA Foundation recognizes that the realization of this vision will require rigorous teaching and learning at every educational level; equitable and just educational resources and practices; an appreciation of students’ and educators’ full identity, physical, social, and emotional well-being; the eradication of racism, prejudice, and negative biases or mindsets; and both the public and policymakers’ openness to innovation and change.

The Opportunity 

The NEA Foundation seeks a collaborative, creative, equity-focused, outcomes-oriented, deeply knowledgeable, and passionate trailblazer to lead the Foundation’s Programs and Strategic Initiatives Group. Reporting to the President & CEO, the new Executive Vice President of Programs and Strategic Initiatives (EVP) will develop, design, and implement grant programs, awards, and strategic initiatives. Additionally, they will cultivate strategic partnerships and investments to advance the Foundation’s mission: to promote the best in public education. This leader will also be deeply engaged in national conversations regarding educational equity and justice, and will prioritize the sharing of best practices related to impact, sustainability, and scalability with the field writ large.

Leading the Foundation’s Programs and Strategic Initiatives Group, the right candidate for this position will bring an exceptional capacity for thought partnership in further development of the Foundation’s existing and emerging strategies to advance educational equity, excellence, and opportunity. Chiefly, the individual will bring deep knowledge of grantmaking, education systems, best practices, communications, and the roles of both educators and educational partnerships in advancing the best in public education.

In this role, the EVP will be expected to engage comfortably in and contribute to the national conversation about educational equity and justice, specifically about the roles of educators and educational partnerships. This leader will also have opportunities to help design the Foundation’s internal systems in the furtherance of this work. Exceptional oral and written communication skills, humility, a commitment to servant leadership, and the capacity to effectively engage colleagues and other education stakeholders in widely varied contexts are critical considerations in the selection of the Foundation’s EVP of Programs and Strategic Initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning, Strategy Development, and Grantmaking Leadership

•             Works in collaboration with the President & CEO and outside experts to develop and implement effective strategic initiatives and other programs associated with the Foundation’s mission and vision

•             Provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight of all Foundation initiatives and annual grantmaking

•             Works with the staff across the organization to ensure evaluation and measurement plans are effectively implemented for Foundation programs and strategic initiatives, and to develop a strategic learning agenda and processes

•             Leads Strategy Officers in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing strategic initiatives consistent with the Foundation mission as well as providing recommendations for future work

•             Oversees the majority of the Foundation’s grantmaking process and application resources based on the approved budget and specific allocations to the various initiatives and reviews the use of time and budget resources

•             Reviews and approves grants that fall within the delegated approval guidelines and recommends other grant recommendations for approval by the President & CEO

•             With President and other executive leaders, engages with the board of directors providing updates and progress reports and responding to emerging priorities and needs

•             Provides support in the planning and presentation of funding initiatives as directed by the President & CEO

Team Leadership and Mentorship

•             Serves as the direct supervisor of at least three Program Officers, an SVP of Communications, one program associate, and one database coordinator

•             Builds and maintains a team that shares a deep knowledge of effective strategies and current thinking in the education and social change fields – what works, most effective and innovative ways to support educators and other positive change makers, and how to implement effective strategies with partners

•             Contribute to the team’s development and refinement of criteria to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of a strategy portfolio

•             Supervise the Foundation’s Communications team and work closely with the Development team to identify, produce and/or review various content related to the Foundation’s projects, grants, and initiatives

•             Motivate and inspire a diverse and cohesive team, ensuring a culture of equity, support, transparency, collaboration, strong communication, accountability, and inclusivity

•             Provide proactive engagement with all team members around their professional

•             A nuanced understanding of issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education, and experience working on these issues in practice

•             Demonstrated commitment to learning and collaboration, and to working in authentic partnership with colleagues, grantees, and other key partners.

•             Proven ability to define program objectives, evaluate progress, and independently manage projects

•             Excellent written and oral communication skills

•             Superb supervisory skills and experience managing teams

•             Independent initiative and a collegial spirit in sharing ideas and receiving feedback

•             Excellent project management and time management skills including; exceptional attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple relationships and deliverables simultaneously, work independently, and follow through in a timely manner

•             The ability to facilitate dynamic conversations and serve as a spokesperson for the Foundation

•             The highest level of interpersonal skills including; excellent listening, tact, patience, humility, flexibility, courtesy, and the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

The individuals filling these positions will report to the President & CEO and will be based in Washington, D.C.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $160,000-$180,000 based on years of experience and ensuring pay equity within the organization. NEA Foundation offers a generous benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and retirement plan.

To Be Considered

Please submit your resume and cover letter expressing your interest in the position and fit for the role to neafhr@nea.org.

The Organization – The University of Chicago Library

About the Department

The University of Chicago Library is forging new paths and aiming to make a significant impact at the University of Chicago, as well as in a leadership position in the global knowledge environment.

Traditionally, the role of the academic library has been to bring information into the community it serves and to provide the spaces, skills, and tools to enable its patrons to benefit. Library buildings, fully of books, embody this way of operating. This traditional model is enhanced by leveraging digital technologies to facilitate information flows within the university and allowing information to be shared online in a sustainable way.

This new paradigm will require libraries to develop sustainable services for information management and sharing and taking an active role in shaping the knowledge ecosystem, which will facilitate equitable access to and increase the visibility of information. To contribute to the ongoing success of the University of Chicago, the Library is changing its operating model to position itself as a leader in this environment, while still expanding on its historic strength in collection development.

The Library is also developing a new strategy to position itself as an international leader in information services and technologies, including artificial intelligence, big data, and other related areas.

We are seeking an Associate Director of Development to be part of the transformation of the idea of what an academic library is and can be, making an important and meaningful contribution to the Library’s future by securing grants and philanthropic investments from institutions to advance these aspirations.

Job Summary

Alumni Relations & Development
The University of Chicago’s Alumni Relations and Development Office (ARD) engages alumni (~190k), current students, parents and friends of the University through intellectual, professional, and social activities on campus, around the world and online. ARD raises $600 million annually to support faculty and researchers, practitioners and patients, and students and programs across the University. Our work supports priorities in every division, school, department, and institute.

Library Development
The Library’s Development department is responsible for enabling the strategic plans and aspirations of the University Librarian and Library leadership by securing philanthropic, grant, and government funding. Recent success in institutional giving includes a $1 million grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to develop UChicagoNode, a digital platform to create and deliver digital collections and research data in collaboration with the University’s Humanities Division.

Associate Director of Development
The Associate Director of Development is a collaborative colleague and member of a three-person team. The position will help foster a culture of philanthropy and engagement with grant-making institutions in support of the Library and its mission. As part of the University of Chicago, we collaborate with Alumni Relations and Development colleagues across campus.

The Associate Director will manage programs designed to meet University fundraising goals for philanthropic income from institutional sources for the Library, as well as manage the Library’s government grants program. The post-holder will serve as an institutional giving strategist, by researching, composing, and editing institutional funding applications, as well as reports and other communications. The position also supports and/or leads targeted projects in coordination with the Director of Development.

Responsibilities

Institutional Fundraising

• Leads discovery and prospect engagement activity for institutional funders with the goals of increasing revenue, expanding the prospect pool, and growing the Library donor base.
• Achieves personal funding activity goals monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Leads and coordinates the writing of a broad spectrum of fundraising materials including, but not limited to: cover letters, letters of inquiry, applications / proposals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), renewal requests, and interim and final reports to institutional funders.
• Facilitates and coordinates with experts across the Library, University, and strategic partners on contributions to grant applications and grant-funded projects.
• Ensures grant applications and grant-award contracts are submitted for review and approval by University Research Administration.
• Manages all institutional fundraising activity at the Library and coordinates with colleagues in similar roles across the University, with a particular emphasis on University Research Administration, as well as Alumni Relations and Development.
• Serves as a central resource for information relating to institutional funding opportunities and industry trends.
• Identifies new opportunities for institutional funding that align with the Library’s aspirations and programs including outreach and relationship building with prospective institutions, as well as maintaining solid relationships with existing funders.
• Facilitates internal meetings with colleagues to advance prospect/donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to ensure the Library builds and maintains relationships with our donors.
• Project-manages funded activity to ensure goals and objectives are met, including anticipating and tracking deliverables.

Communications

• Leads the project management on the development of the Library’s annual report, in collaboration with the Assessment Librarian and Director of Communications.
• Researches, writes, and edits Development communications including the department’s contributions to the Library’s annual newsletter, as well as regular e-newsletters.

Other

• Assists in leading the planning and implementation of programs to identify, visit, and solicit alumni, parents, and other constituencies within an assigned geographical region for gifts and tries to reach fundraising goal. Does this with a limited level of guidance and direction.
• Has a deep understanding of plans to solicit prospective donors and meet campaign goals. This includes speaking to new prospects persuasively about the case for annual giving support.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Experience in a university setting or a similarly complex institution.
• Experience with writing complex subject material.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to take complicated information from various sources and synthesize it to identify and clarify key issues and opportunities, as well as developing a compelling message.
• Ability to manage multiple details while adhering to a broader concept or purpose.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and in a team-oriented environment and to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse colleagues, faculty, staff, and students.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (addressed to Hiring Committee) (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

How To Apply

To Apply

To apply for this position, external candidates must submit their profile and any other required materials through https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Associate-Director-of-Development_JR25178. Internal candidates must apply by logging into Workday using their CNet ID and password; for more information, please see How to Apply for a UChicago Job (Current Employee) QRG.

Resumes sent via mail, fax, or email will not be considered. For more information, please see https://www.uchicago.edu/jobs/.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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The Organization – Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation

The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (Meso Foundation) is the nonprofit collaboration of patients and families, physicians, advocates, and researchers dedicated to eradicating the life-ending and vicious effects of mesothelioma.  We offer medical information, hope and support to mesothelioma patients and families, fund the highest quality and most promising research projects from around the world, raise awareness of the disease, and advocate that the public and private sectors partner in the effort to cure it.

The ideal candidate will have the capacity to cast a bold vision for what’s possible in the Meso Foundation’s next phase. They will have a passion for sharing the Meso Foundation’s mission and vision, using data and evidence-based campaigns to support the growth and success of the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Management

• Ensure that the activities of the Meso Foundation are in support of its mission, in alignment with its policies and make progress towards its long-range strategies.
• Along with the Board of Directors, create and execute a mission-centric organizational strategic plan to direct the activities of the foundation.
• Facilitate the development and approval of an annual budget to meet the needs of the organization.
• Provide leadership on all human resource matters for Foundation staff, including the availability of professional development, establishment of organizational culture and teambuilding, and oversight of all available benefits, policies, and evaluation systems.

Board Governance

• Develop and sustain strong working relationships with each member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
• Work with the designated officer(s) on the Board of Directors to maintain a pipeline of prospective new board candidates.
• Provide timely reports to the Foundation’s Board of Directors about the organization’s activities.
• Ensure the Board of Directors is in compliance with organizational by-laws.

Fundraising and Network-Building

• Ensure the Foundation’s annual revenue goals are achieved through sustainable income sources.
• Identify potential donors and prepare them for contact with the fundraising/development team.
• Cultivate personal relationships with patients and families in order to build the meso community and cultivate individuals with personal connections to the mission to become major gift donors and volunteers.
• Serve as the external face and most public champion of the Meso Foundation for a wide range of stakeholders, paying special attention to the reputation and integrity of the organization and its work.
• Facilitate the process for patients and caregivers to transition to volunteers and advocates.
• Cultivate relationships with doctors, nurses and social workers, making sure that all people engaging with and treating mesothelioma patients are aware of the Meso Foundation and utilizing its programs and services.

Communications:

• Maintain understanding of the Meso community, its constituents and their needs;  Spearhead the evaluation of current offerings and enlist new aspects and/or innovative program updates to best serve our medical and patient support efforts.
• Develop vision for organization’s communication strategy; In partnership with staff, ensure development of content of newsletter, website, symposium, solicitations, etc. supports that vision.

Leadership for Advocacy, Grants, and the Science Community

• Communicate regularly, one-on-one and collectively, with doctors and researchers, especially those on the Foundation’s Board of Directors, Science Advisory Board, and/or and those who have received grant funding from the Foundation.
• Ensure the Foundation maintains a reputation of being the go-to source for resources and provides access to the most current events and news in meso science and treatment through its digital media platforms.
• Provide executive leadership for the Grants Support Director and the Foundation’s research grant program and provide appropriate oversight to ensure that it remains a peer-reviewed program.
• Lead advocacy efforts on state and federal levels by leading efforts to cultivate relationships with lawmakers and other governmental representatives and maintaining knowledge about bills that are relevant to the meso community.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of experience in an executive leadership role, preferably in a health-related organization.
• A leadership style that is collaborative, inclusive, transparent, and decisive.
• Understanding of research grantmaking procedures to ensure integrity of process and stewardship.
• Demonstrated success working and managing a staff team in a work-from-home, remote environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communications and the ability to move comfortably in public forums and present Foundation’s vision and mission to diverse audiences.
• Successful fundraising experience with financial management,  budget development and nonprofit fundraising.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit administration including board development and management.
• Passion for mission of organization and the medical community serving patients and families affected by Mesothelioma.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote, work-from-home environment. Candidate should be located east of the Mississippi River or comfortable operating business hours within the Central and Eastern time zones. Annual travel is required to 2 to 4 national and international conferences as well as visits to key sponsors and donors as needed. This position is full-time, exempt with a typical 40-hour work week. Flex time is available to meet the specific needs of the position.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Annual salary is $145,000, commensurate with experience, with the possibility for an annual bonus. Full-time employees are eligible for a benefits package that includes insurance, the opportunity to participate in the Foundation’s 403(b) retirement plan which includes a contribution match, 12 paid holidays, and 12 days of PTO.

How to Apply

If this opportunity excites you, email a resumé and cover letter expanding on your interest and qualifications to MesoFoundationCareers@gmail.com. Applications received by Friday, April 19 will be considered. No calls or in-person application submissions.

The Organization – Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation’s top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Occupational Summary:

The Program Director of Strategic Events reports directly to the Senior Director of Strategic Events in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA). This position will create, plan, coordinate, and implement assigned events to support two offices: the Executive Vice President of Health Affairs/School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), and DHDAA. This person will need to possess expertise in supporting both high-level academic and development programs and audiences. Priorities of the EVP/Dean of the Duke University School of Medicine may include internal events such as Town Halls, Research Week, and the State of the School. DHDAA events and programs will focus on the cultivation, engagement, and stewardship of donors, alumni, students, faculty, and employees.

Executive Vice President Health Affairs / Dean SOM Event Planning (40%)

Develop, plan, and coordinate special and varied off-site and campus events hosted by the Executive Vice President for Health Affairs and School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), consistent with the strategic focus and image of Duke Health; organize and manage on-site execution of events with other departments to ensure that activities run smoothly and follow appropriate protocol.

Work Preformed:

Develop, plan, and implement the program of events, including in-person, hybrid, and virtual, for the School of Medicine and Duke Health including, but not limited to dinners, conferences, symposia, Town Hall meetings, HR recognition events, and special entertainment programs; conceptualize and recommend scheduling of events as appropriate; plan and coordinate details of special events hosted to include selecting entertainment, venue, menu, seating arrangements, and program flow based on event objective or theme; work independently for smaller events or as a member of a team for larger events.

Assist Schools and Departments as requested by EVP/Dean with planning and implementation of various special events ranging from giving advice to support host preferences, to planning the entire event.

Negotiate and secure contracts with multiple vendors. Direct vendors and other contracted staff to execute events hosted by the EVP/Dean.

Lead and manage all aspects of special awards ceremony, including coordination of the application process and selection of awardee, if needed, event planning, coordination of audiovisual support and budget oversight.

Create, maintain, and monitor inventories of unused event supplies. Update supervisor regularly.

Serve as the principal contact with high-level invitees and other leaders from Duke University, community, businesses, etc., when organizing events.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs Event Planning (40%)

Facilitate event planning across DHDAA and work closely with the leadership and executive management team of partnering units such as the School of Medicine (SOM), School of Nursing (SON), Duke Cancer Institute, and Duke Children’s.

Work Performed

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Strategic Events, participate in planning and managing event preparation before, during, and after events.

Participate in planning organizational development and recognition activities in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs as assigned.

Work independently to develop and manage assigned local and potential regional events for the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Duke Cancer and Children’s, and the Duke University Health System. Events can include educational programs, recognition dinners, regional outreach programs, foundation site visits, donor stewardship tours/visits, salon events, development volunteer board meetings, and faculty recognition events.

Partner with DHDAA team members to formulate event objectives and messaging and develop creative events to meet these goals.

Select and work with vendors, such as hotels, restaurants, caterers, decorators, florists, etc. Develop menus and oversee the creation of the decor for the style/setting for the event.

Maintain electronic filing system of all Strategic Events materials.

Travel to venues to conduct site visits as appropriate and coordinate events.

Select and collaborate with caterers, entertainment, and event décor vendors to create event experiences that reflect the university and departmental standards and event goals.

Develop and execute, if necessary, contingency plans for emergency or severe weather situations.

Determine and coordinate staffing needs for event execution.

Serve as a proficient Cvent user including building event webpages, registration pathways, attendee emails and managing RSVP’s for events as needed.

Select, arrange, and support event technology needed for live, virtual, and hybrid events, whether staffing event execution internally or in partnership with audiovisual production vendors, including meetings and webinars on platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, ON24, etc.

Liaise with leadership, speakers, staff partners, guests, and vendors at events.

Trouble-shoot operational issues related to events and exercise independent judgment to accommodate and/or resolve constituent concerns.

Represent the Strategic Events team collaboratively and professionally with events colleagues when called upon for consultation and expertise.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Event Communication (15%)

Plan and coordinate arrangements for special functions including the creation, management, and tracking of invitations and responses.

Research and prepare background information and/or introductory remarks for special events and/or coordinate the preparation of such with the SOM Comms Team as appropriate.

When appropriate, supervise and direct the coordination of event mailings including reviewing mailing lists for accuracy and providing updated information to the data team.

Organize and facilitate meetings throughout the event planning process to discover, develop, and communicate event logistics.

Communicate all logistics and background in written form with event plans and briefings for participating staff, speakers, event partners, vendors, and hosts.

Coordinate with the DHDAA Advancement Digital Platforms Manager on digital and print designs as needed.

Financial Management (5%)

Develop budgets for events and manage expenses to ensure adherence to the approved budget. Escalate budget concerns proactively and present alternatives to stay within budget. Prepare and submit expense reports while regularly monitoring the expenses related to all events. Coordinate budget management with the SOM Finance Office and DHDAA as appropriate.

Represent the School of Medicine Dean’s Office and Development Office in negotiations regarding arrangements for such events.

Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.

Determine fiscal requirements for assigned events; monitor, verify, and reconcile expenditure of budgeted funds.

Ensure all expenses are paid on time.

Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions; participate in short and long-range planning for assigned events.

Education/Training

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program.

Experience

Work requires three years’ experience in alumni affairs, public relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing, student activities or a related field.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Department Preferences/Skills:

Minimum of three years of experience with planning creative, strategic events and working with high-level leadership.

Experience in managing complex, sophisticated event programs.

Ability to prepare and support high-level leadership and use discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information.

Skilled in evaluating projects and events, summarizing findings, communicating results, and developing action plans and event timelines.

Experience with event and RSVP management platforms, such as Cvent, Qualtrics, Smartsheet, or similar.

Experience with digital event platforms such as Zoom (meetings and webinars), WebEx, ON24, and similar.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to think and act strategically.

Ability to manage simultaneous projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program.

Experience

Work requires three years experience in alumni affairs, public OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing, student activities or a related field.

How to Apply

https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/242685/

The Organization – Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation

About the Levitt Foundation

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation exists to strengthen the social fabric of America. We’re a national social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building that partners with nonprofits and changemakers to build a more equitable, healthy, and thriving future for all. We realize our mission of building community through music through supporting free, live music, as well as projects and programs that advance equitable music ecosystems. In 2024, more than 650 free outdoor Levitt concerts will take place in 45 towns and cities across America, bringing joy to over 750,000 people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Levitt Foundation Is committed to equity, diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) throughout our organization and all aspects of our work, recognizing this commitment as essential to realizing the Levitt mission. We value having a team with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and skills so our approach to grantmaking is well-rounded and the connection with our team members and the communities we support is authentic. We strive to create a positive working culture through professional development opportunities, employee recognition, and team-building events and activities. We focus on creating a working environment that promotes collaboration and fairness. Our commitment to EDI fosters a culture where team members can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in the value of every individual and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity. To learn more about the national Levitt network and the Levitt Foundation, visit levitt.org.

Position Overview:

Position Title: Operations Associate
Reports to: Vice President of Operations
Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA; hybrid schedule
Time Commitment: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Announcement Date: March 13, 2024
Applications Due: Open until filled
Compensation: $24.00 to $26.25 per hour; commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation Operations Associate provides overall administrative support to the organization. This position assists with general office management, arranges staff travel, reviews expense reports, provides support to the Vice President of Operations and the Operations & Special Events Manager, and assists in the coordination of Levitt Foundation and national Levitt network events. The Operations Associate plays a key role within the Operations Department, with regular interaction with staff, vendors, and Levitt Foundation partners and grantees. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Vice President of Operations.

Application Submission

To apply, email your cover letter and resume to levittsearch@levitt.org with “Operations Associate” in the subject line.

The Levitt Foundation offers a dynamic work environment and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and other benefits. EEO/AAW employer.