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The Organization

About Green Dot California

Green Dot Public Schools California is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help transform public education so ALL students graduate prepared for college, leadership and life. Unique in the nation for a major non-profit charter management organization, Green Dot is proving it can achieve better student outcomes with the same student population, lower per pupil funding than the district and a unionized workforce across our schools in Los Angeles.

Green Dot Public Schools was founded in 1999 in direct response to the poor state of public high schools in the Los Angeles area. Traditional high schools were not graduating over 50% of their students, and those that were making it through were rarely prepared for college. The vast majority of the students failing out of the system were children from low-income families. Green Dot had a vision of creating small, successful public schools and in doing so, demonstrating to the school district and the public-at-large that there was a more effective way to provide public education in low-income and historically underserved areas. The U.S. Department of Education has featured Green Dot as a national leader in school turnarounds. To learn more about Green Dot California please visit our website.

Position Overview

Offices are located on South Hill St in Los Angeles, CA.

Eligibility to Work

Eligibility to work at a Green Dot location is contingent upon proof of vaccination status.

About the Opportunity

As Director of Communications and Marketing, you are responsible for the overall communications strategy for Green Dot Public Schools California. You work closely with Green Dot California’s Leadership Team and Green Dot National’s Communications Team to direct internal and external communications efforts with the goals of increasing student enrollment, attracting high-quality talent, maintaining strong community ties and distinguishing Green Dot California’s as a leader in public education. You lead a team that is focused on ensuring our schools are equipped with the tools they need to tell their unique stories and execute their goals.

What You’ll Do

The Director of Communications and Marketing is responsible for the following in addition to any other projects as determined by their manager, the Chief of Staff:

Communications Marketing Strategy

• Develop and implement Green Dot California and school-specific marketing plans in collaboration with Green Dot California’s Leadership Team and the Green Dot National Communications Team to support a variety of efforts: student recruitment and retention, teacher recruitment, stakeholder communications, fundraising, and the overall Green Dot CA brand.
• Identify, evaluate, and execute opportunities that increase Green Dot CA’s visibility among key audiences.
• Collaborate with Green Dot National on Green Dot CA’s online marketing strategy as it relates to the website, search engine monitoring, display ads, traditional advertising and inbound marketing, emails, and social media.

Assets & Materials

• Oversee the development of engaging communications pieces consistent with Green Dot’s brand messaging such as newsletters, direct mail, advertising, as well as student and talent recruitment campaigns to attract attention and generate interest.
• Further develop Green Dot CA’s brand identity and key message points to support strategic positioning in the Los Angeles area.
• Develop Green Dot CA and individual school communications templates and other school-based communications as requested.
• Copy edit a range of written programmatic and fundraising materials with a high attention to detail in order to ensure clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.

Team Management & Strategic Planning

• Manage Green Dot CA Communications Team; set overall marketing direction and priorities to support development initiatives and organizational impact.
• Work cross-functionally across Green Dot CA and with Green Dot National to maximize communications efforts and understand the needs of the organization.
• Drive the strategy for Green Dot CA’s social media, website traffic, and other emerging media based on current marketing trends and data.

Advocacy Support

• Collaborate with the Chief of Staff to ensure relationships with elected officials maintain momentum. Monitor and promote engagement with elected officials.
• Collaborate with the Chief of Staff in the development and tracking of advocacy-related communications.

Who You Are

• You are values aligned. You truly believe that every student, whatever their circumstances, holds the innate potential to achieve their goals and succeed in college, leadership, and life.
• You are a strategic storyteller. You have an uncanny ability to communicate through diverse media and have a strong portfolio of blogs, proposals, newsletters, press releases, bylines, etc. You are able to think and act strategically to enable each piece to fit together into the larger picture. Your communication skills and emotional intelligence allow you to connect authentically with a variety of audiences.
• You are an outstanding writer. At your core, you love writing, and you possess a strong passion for the power of words. Your exemplary grammar and communication skills will be key, too. You are a strong writer with superb proofreading and editing skills; you’re extremely attentive to accuracy.
• You are service-oriented. You have a service mindset. You have had experience with customer service in the past, whether in a professional setting or a volunteer capacity. You have built up a skill set in addressing people’s needs and asks, and managing expectations as well as timelines. You are known for your “can-do” attitude and for always being graciously helpful.
• You are visually creative. You might not be a designer by training, but you have an eye for design and can effectively contribute to visual media. You can develop the message, including some of the aesthetics, to resonate with diverse, target audiences, and add the final polishing touches.
• You are a strong, intentional relationship builder and collaborative teammate. ​You thrive on bringing different stakeholders together around a common goal. You seek to understand different contributors’ motivations and enjoy finding creative ways of meeting multiple objectives. You shape relationships with an ethos of reciprocity. You have time-tested strategies in your toolkit to support effective decision making processes related to communications, and have developed proven internal management systems that drive consistent results.

How You’ll be Measured

By the end of your first year you will have co-created a communications strategic plan with the senior leadership team with special focus on student enrollment and school-based recruitment as well as family engagement and advocacy efforts. In addition, you will have:

• Identified and implemented best practices to ensure consistency and clarity of branding and messaging across all internal and external communications.
• Developed the communications calendar and cycle, including producing a newsletter and blog posts, and coordinating speaking opportunities (e.g. for the Chief Executive Officer).
• Developed (or redesigned as needed) and implemented the processes and approval protocols for copywriting, design, production, editing, and distribution of all marketing materials.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or other related area is required
• 5+ years of strategic communications and/or writing-intensive marketing experience with demonstrated success in creating persuasive communications materials
• Understanding of the Los Angeles education landscape and education reform preferred
• Spanish language fluency – both written and verbal – preferred

Why Work with Us

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Working at Green Dot means that you will have:

• Access to health care when you need it most. Whether it be medical, vision, dental, disability or life insurance, we’ve got you covered and offer a bevy of benefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of during these uncertain times.
• Support to plan for your future. Team members have the option to participate in a 401K retirement plan.
• A community of learners. We are a community of learners who are dedicated to reflection and continual improvement. We are passionate about our content, committed to refining our practice, and incorporate curiosity and a love for learning in our classrooms.
• A competitive compensation package. The salary range for this position is between $115,000- $140,000 and is based on experience.

Of course, Green Dot is an equal opportunity employer providing for employment or advancement without discrimination because of race, color, religion creed, political association, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, pregnancy, handicap disability, genetic, genetic characteristics, or other protected status.

Location 

This is an onsite opportunity, serving as part of Green Dot California’s home office team. Offices are located on South Hill St in Los Angeles, CA.

Eligibility to Work

Eligibility to work at a Green Dot location is contingent upon proof of vaccination status.

How To Apply

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The Organization

Since its founding in 1983, the Sacramento Region Community Foundation (the Foundation) has focused on connecting people who care with causes that matter. As the Sacramento region’s primary provider of philanthropic services, the Foundation brings together caring donors, local nonprofits, business leaders and community members to contribute both financial resources and innovative ideas that affect change. By managing charitable giving, this organization supports donors in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties with achieving their philanthropic goals.

As the Foundation prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary, the organization manages more than 700 charitable funds for local families, businesses and nonprofits across the Sacramento region. Most of these funds are permanently endowed, and total assets have grown to over $200 million. Grants are directed by the Foundation fundholders according to their interests. Annual grants awarded to nonprofit organizations from these charitable funds have grown from $272,900 in 1983 to over $18 million in 2021, and more than $200 million since the Foundation’s inception.

The Sacramento region is composed of numerous fast growing and diverse communities. As in other communities, Covid-19 has spotlighted the systemic challenges that exist in this region. By increasing philanthropy and connecting the expertise of local nonprofits to addressing wider community outcomes, the Foundation works toward improved community resilience with a focus on dynamic leadership, inclusion and equity.

Position Overview

The Sacramento Region Community Foundation seeks a Chief Executive Officer who is a bold leader, passionate about serving the people of the four-county region and determined to move the organization forward during this period of significant transition. This leader will work collaboratively with constituents, stakeholders, community leaders, partners, donors, fundholders, Board and staff in a dynamic operating environment and rapidly changing region to ensure that everyone can prosper and reach their full potential.

Candidates will demonstrate a career path of progressive leadership and management experience in the nonprofit, corporate and/or government sectors. This person is a proven leader who has significant experience in growing the capacity and impact of an organization that focuses on complex, systemic issues.

An ability and desire to raise private contributions, while expanding and diversifying the Foundation’s donor base is necessary. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to operate effectively within a nonprofit governing environment.

The salary range for this position annually is between $225,000 and $275,000 and will be commensurable with experience. The comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, group life insurance, a 401(k) plan and EAP benefits program. The Foundation observes ten paid holidays each year and offers Paid Time Off as well as Sick Leave.

The Foundation is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment. All candidates who are passionate about the mission of the Foundation are strongly encouraged to apply.

How To Apply

To apply, submit a current resume and letter of introduction, as soon as possible, to Kittleman & Associates, LLC at https://bit.ly/3v8MSy6 (click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page).  

For more information about the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, visit https://www.sacregcf.org/.

The Organization

Green Dot Public Schools California is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help transform public education so ALL students graduate prepared for college, leadership and life. Unique in the nation for a major non-profit charter management organization, Green Dot is proving it can achieve better student outcomes with the same student population, lower per pupil funding than the district and a unionized workforce across our schools in Los Angeles.

Green Dot Public Schools was founded in 1999 in direct response to the poor state of public high schools in the Los Angeles area. Traditional high schools were not graduating over 50% of their students, and those that were making it through were rarely prepared for college. The vast majority of the students failing out of the system were children from low-income families. Green Dot had a vision of creating small, successful public schools and in doing so, demonstrating to the school district and the public-at-large that there was a more effective way to provide public education in low-income and historically underserved areas. The U.S. Department of Education has featured Green Dot as a national leader in school turnarounds. To learn more about Green Dot California please visit our website.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

As Director of Communications and Marketing, you are responsible for the overall communications strategy for Green Dot Public Schools California. You work closely with Green Dot California’s Leadership Team and Green Dot National’s Communications Team to direct internal and external communications efforts with the goals of increasing student enrollment, attracting high-quality talent, maintaining strong community ties and distinguishing Green Dot California’s as a leader in public education. You lead a team that is focused on ensuring our schools are equipped with the tools they need to tell their unique stories and execute their goals.

What You’ll Do

The Director of Communications and Marketing is responsible for the following in addition to any other projects as determined by their manager, the Chief of Staff:

Communications Marketing Strategy

• Develop and implement Green Dot California and school-specific marketing plans in collaboration with Green Dot California’s Leadership Team and the Green Dot National Communications Team to support a variety of efforts: student recruitment and retention, teacher recruitment, stakeholder communications, fundraising, and the overall Green Dot CA brand.
• Identify, evaluate, and execute opportunities that increase Green Dot CA’s visibility among key audiences.
• Collaborate with Green Dot National on Green Dot CA’s online marketing strategy as it relates to the website, search engine monitoring, display ads, traditional advertising and inbound marketing, emails, and social media.

Assets & Materials

• Oversee the development of engaging communications pieces consistent with Green Dot’s brand messaging such as newsletters, direct mail, advertising, as well as student and talent recruitment campaigns to attract attention and generate interest.
• Further develop Green Dot CA’s brand identity and key message points to support strategic positioning in the Los Angeles area.
• Develop Green Dot CA and individual school communications templates and other school-based communications as requested.
• Copy edit a range of written programmatic and fundraising materials with a high attention to detail in order to ensure clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.

Team Management & Strategic Planning

• Manage Green Dot CA Communications Team; set overall marketing direction and priorities to support development initiatives and organizational impact.
• Work cross-functionally across Green Dot CA and with Green Dot National to maximize communications efforts and understand the needs of the organization.
• Drive the strategy for Green Dot CA’s social media, website traffic, and other emerging media based on current marketing trends and data.

Advocacy Support

• Collaborate with the Chief of Staff to ensure relationships with elected officials maintain momentum. Monitor and promote engagement with elected officials.
• Collaborate with the Chief of Staff in the development and tracking of advocacy-related communications.

Who You Are

• You are values aligned. You truly believe that every student, whatever their circumstances, holds the innate potential to achieve their goals and succeed in college, leadership, and life.
• You are a strategic storyteller. You have an uncanny ability to communicate through diverse media and have a strong portfolio of blogs, proposals, newsletters, press releases, bylines, etc. You are able to think and act strategically to enable each piece to fit together into the larger picture. Your communication skills and emotional intelligence allow you to connect authentically with a variety of audiences.
• You are an outstanding writer. At your core, you love writing, and you possess a strong passion for the power of words. Your exemplary grammar and communication skills will be key, too. You are a strong writer with superb proofreading and editing skills; you’re extremely attentive to accuracy.
• You are service-oriented. You have a service mindset. You have had experience with customer service in the past, whether in a professional setting or a volunteer capacity. You have built up a skill set in addressing people’s needs and asks, and managing expectations as well as timelines. You are known for your “can-do” attitude and for always being graciously helpful.
• You are visually creative. You might not be a designer by training, but you have an eye for design and can effectively contribute to visual media. You can develop the message, including some of the aesthetics, to resonate with diverse, target audiences, and add the final polishing touches.
• You are a strong, intentional relationship builder and collaborative teammate. ​You thrive on bringing different stakeholders together around a common goal. You seek to understand different contributors’ motivations and enjoy finding creative ways of meeting multiple objectives. You shape relationships with an ethos of reciprocity. You have time-tested strategies in your toolkit to support effective decision making processes related to communications, and have developed proven internal management systems that drive consistent results.

How You’ll be Measured

By the end of your first year you will have co-created a communications strategic plan with the senior leadership team with special focus on student enrollment and school-based recruitment as well as family engagement and advocacy efforts. In addition, you will have:

• Identified and implemented best practices to ensure consistency and clarity of branding and messaging across all internal and external communications.
• Developed the communications calendar and cycle, including producing a newsletter and blog posts, and coordinating speaking opportunities (e.g. for the Chief Executive Officer).
• Developed (or redesigned as needed) and implemented the processes and approval protocols for copywriting, design, production, editing, and distribution of all marketing materials.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or other related area is required
• 5+ years of strategic communications and/or writing-intensive marketing experience with demonstrated success in creating persuasive communications materials
• Understanding of the Los Angeles education landscape and education reform preferred
• Spanish language fluency – both written and verbal – preferred

Why Work with Us

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Working at Green Dot means that you will have:

• Access to health care when you need it most. Whether it be medical, vision, dental, disability or life insurance, we’ve got you covered and offer a bevy of benefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of during these uncertain times.
• Support to plan for your future. Team members have the option to participate in a 401K retirement plan.
• A community of learners. We are a community of learners who are dedicated to reflection and continual improvement. We are passionate about our content, committed to refining our practice, and incorporate curiosity and a love for learning in our classrooms.
• A competitive compensation package. The salary range for this position is between $115,000- $140,000 and is based on experience.

Of course, Green Dot is an equal opportunity employer providing for employment or advancement without discrimination because of race, color, religion creed, political association, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, pregnancy, handicap disability, genetic, genetic characteristics, or other protected status.

How To Apply

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The Organization

At the Foundation, we believe that keeping equity at the heart of our work will lead us to better health. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work in communities across Colorado. For example, our cornerstones are designed to help ensure that:

·        We serve Coloradans who have low income and have historically had less power or privilege.

·        We do everything with the intent of creating health equity.

·        We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.

Position Overview

The Foundation is excited to announce the opening for an Associate Communications Officer. This role has a focus on implementing strategic and equitable digital communications that advance the Foundation’s priorities and optimize the Foundation’s reach. This role coordinates closely with all Communications team members, as well as cross-functionally, to advance the mission and goals of the Foundation.

This role is ideal for an established communications professional with a strong digital communications background who can effectively utilize and manage digital platforms and systems required for effective engagement with individuals and communities and in shaping a strong and authentic organizational voice.

Applicants should be skilled in three core areas:

·        Digital content strategy and dissemination: Develop and deploy an effective balance of original content, information, news, multimedia and visualization via digital platforms in alignment with our content strategy

·        Project management and self-sufficiency: Thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with a demonstrated ability to manage concurrent priorities, operate in ambiguity, and effectively manage consultants/vendors.

·        Digital systems and platforms: Demonstrated experience with content management systems (Drupal preferred), email marketing systems, coding HTML/CSS, customer relationship management systems, photography, videography, analytics and Adobe Creative Suite.

The position requires:

·        Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, English or related field. Three years of relevant experience in a professional setting may be substituted for a degree.

·        Advanced experience in implementing digital strategy across multiple platforms and communications channels

·        Advanced experience with Drupal content management system (CMS) platforms, email marketing system platforms, coding HTML/CSS and Adobe Creative Suite

·        Advanced experience in managing and growing social media channels

·        Advanced experience in monitoring and managing digital analytics platforms, including reporting for performance

·        Demonstrated experience with customer relationship management (CRM) and data management.

·        Excellent planning and project management skills (e.g., editorial calendar) across multiple simultaneously developing platforms such as websites, social media, video, apps, mobile, etc.

·        Eagerness, proactivity, flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting

·        Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

·        Passion for technology and how the use of digital systems that engage users with our Foundation

·        Eagerness, proactivity, flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting

·        Valid Colorado driver’s license

Ideal candidates will underscore our mission and cornerstones in all you do at the Foundation.

How To Apply

It is an exciting time to join the Foundation whose assets include a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.6 billion and whose annual grant making is in excess of $100 million.

The Foundation provides a robust benefit and wellness package, 401(k) match, and generous paid leave programs. The starting range for this position is $56,980 – $65,553 per year, paid as salaried, exempt and is eligible for all CHF benefits.  This is a full-time in-office position in Denver, Colorado with the exception of required travel.

The Foundation has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in place for all staff. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual to have a meaningful impact through their professional contributions. Qualified candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters, stating which position(s) interest you, on the Colorado Health Foundation’s website (www.coloradohealth.org).

This position closes August 14, 2022

The Colorado Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The Organization

At the Foundation, we believe that keeping equity at the heart of our work will lead us to better health. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work in communities across Colorado. For example, our cornerstones are designed to help ensure that:

·        We serve Coloradans who have low income and have historically had less power or privilege.

·        We do everything with the intent of creating health equity.

·        We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.

Position Overview

The Foundation is pleased to announce the opening for a Communications Officer. This role is ideal for a seasoned communications professional to create communications strategies and implement tactics that further the Foundation’s organizational goals. It brings opportunity for development of various types of compelling content necessary for multi-channel outreach, brand management and stakeholder engagement that aligns with our mission to improve the health of Coloradans. Applicants should be highly skilled writers and editors with a demonstrated passion for the power of strategic and equitable communications to influence and move people to action toward health equity in Colorado.

Ideal candidates will underscore our mission and cornerstones in all you do at the Foundation.

The position requires:

·        Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, English or related field

·        A minimum of five years demonstrated experience in creating successful strategies and executing tactics for complex portfolios of work that support of organizational goals

·        Demonstrated ability to develop and distribute compelling content

·        Advanced proficiency in AP style, proofreading and copyediting.

·        Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Creative Suite

·        Valid Colorado driver’s license

·        Occasional travel outside of regular business hours for events

Ideal candidates will possess:

·        The ability to own and manage projects from ideation to execution.

·        The ability to effectively multitask and manage competing priorities.

·        The ability to work collaboratively on the Communications team and advise cross-functionally in the development and implementation of strategic communications.

·        The ability to adopt and uphold organizational brand identity and style standards.

·        Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to exercise good judgement and solve problems quickly and effectively.

·        Demonstrated passion for learning, collaboration and diligence for hard work.

·        A deep understanding of the communities we serve, including Coloradans living on low income, communities of color and/or and neighborhoods or regions that face equity issues (experience may be professional in nature or personal). A commitment to creating equitable communications that ensure we are inclusive, diverse and inherently focused on creating health equity through all we do.

·        Eagerness, proactivity, flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

·        The ability to quickly and efficiently develop content that meets project and deadline requirements.

·        Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the use of email marketing and social media platforms (especially Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube) to advance communications efforts.

Final candidates will be asked to complete a communications assignment.

How To Apply

It is an exciting time to join the Foundation whose assets include a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.6 billion and whose annual grant making is in excess of $100 million. The Foundation provides a robust benefit and wellness package, 401(k) match, and generous paid leave programs. The starting range for this position is $71,199 – $83,745 per year, paid as salaried, exempt and is eligible for all CHF benefits.  This is a full-time in-office position in Denver, Colorado with the exception of required travel. The Foundation has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in place for all staff.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual to have a meaningful impact through their professional contributions. Qualified candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters, stating which position(s) interest you, on the Colorado Health Foundation’s website

(www.coloradohealth.org).

This position closes August 14, 2022

The Colorado Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The Organization

At the Foundation, we believe that keeping equity at the heart of our work will lead us to better health. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work in communities across Colorado. For example, our cornerstones are designed to help ensure that:

·        We serve Coloradans who have low income and have historically had less power or privilege.

·        We do everything with the intent of creating health equity.

·        We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.

Position Overview

The Foundation is excited to announce the opening for Senior Grants Manager. This position ensures key activities of the grantmaking process are being accomplished, in alignment with organizational standards. The manager provides specialized knowledge in key topical areas pertaining to the Foundation’s grantmaking and supports the community investment and impact team in grantmaking operations.  Additionally, the Senior Manager provides mentorship to other members of the grantmaking operations team, work and activities and implementing tasks related to the Foundation’s grantmaking cycle. This position reports to the senior director of grantmaking operations, and works alongside another senior grants manager as well as two grants managers.

This role is ideal for an established professional with a strong background in grantmaking, operations, auditing, and process management in a philanthropic setting. Ideal candidates will have passion and dedication for our mission and cornerstones along with meeting the following minimum requirements:

•       Bachelor’s degree in administration, non-profit management, finance or related degree

•       Eight years’ experience in finance, grantmaking, operations, auditing, managing an application process, managing an operational cycle, experience in foundations and/or philanthropy

•       Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with an emphasis in Excel

•       Demonstrated ability to learn new software packages

•       Working knowledge of grants management systems, with a preference for FLUXX.

How To Apply

It is an exciting time to join the Foundation whose assets include a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.6 billion and whose annual grant making is in excess of $100 million. The Foundation provides a robust benefit and wellness package, 401(k) match, and generous paid leave programs. The starting range for this position is $95,872 – $112,600 per year, paid as salaried, exempt and is eligible for all CHF benefits.

This is a full-time in-office position in Denver, Colorado with the exception of required travel. The Foundation has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in place for all staff.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual to have a meaningful impact through their professional contributions. Qualified candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters, stating which position(s) interest you, on the Colorado Health Foundation’s website (www.coloradohealth.org).

This position closes August 17, 2022

The Colorado Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The Organization

The Foundation has an asset base of $596 million, a current staff of 16, and makes charitable expenditures of approximately $22 million per year. While based in San Francisco, we work statewide in California as our primary focus. We also engage in specific, targeted activities in Washington State.

Position Overview

The Stuart Foundation is a family foundation dedicated to improving life outcomes for young people through education. We believe that public education is a public good that can energize communities, fuel the economy, and strengthen our democracy. Our work brings together and supports leaders and organizations across a wide spectrum of different backgrounds and life experiences, from immigrant parents to state system leaders, and from youth activists to superintendents of schools, to realize a vision where all young people experience a great education.

THE JOB:

The position is Associate, Partnerships and Grants. This position focuses on activities related to relationship and information management with partners, centered on grantmaking and charitable expense administration. You will help to manage the grantmaking workflow and ensure the accuracy of the Foundation’s processes, databases and budgets, and use your knowledge of technology to support your Strategy, Partnerships and Learning team colleagues and to interface with colleagues in other areas of the Foundation to ensure coordinated activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support the Vice President and other members of the Strategy, Partnerships and Learning (SPL) team by serving as the point person for collaborative process design, implementation, and refinement of the Foundation’s grantmaking activities.

• Proactively manage and monitor workflow progress in order to keep the Vice President and SPL team, as well as other colleagues, informed of the status of grantmaking and other activities.

• Provide exceptional customer service to partner organizations that are grantees and/or applicants, including timely communication about status, trouble-shooting technical issues, and handling other questions related to grants processing and administration.

• Train and support staff on grants management procedures and standards, systems and reports.

• Support ongoing grants budget planning by managing projections, tracking, and providing analyses.

• Ensure that records are compliant with State, Federal and local rules and regulations.

• Structure reflection and internal assessments for the development and implementation of future process or system enhancements to maximize grantmaking efficiency and effectiveness.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues on the Finance team to ensure accurate accounting for grant payments and reconciliations, including periodic summations and annual grants listings.

• Serve on the internal technology working group, convening working group, and other ad hoc working groups, as requested.

• Provide other project support and administrative functions as requested.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an administrative or program support position.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge and experience.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Proficient with a variety of virtual meeting platforms.

• Experience with Salesforce or another CRM platform and grants management platform.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Strategic, forward-looking, and learning mindsets are essential.

• Dexterity and comfort with a fast pace and high-volume environment.

• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

ATTRIBUTES AND QUALITIES FOR A GOOD FIT IN THE ROLE:

• Team Player – Our success is based on what we do together. While the content of the work focuses on processes, systems and data, the style of interaction we need in the role is human-centered from someone who genuinely enjoys and gets a lift from engaging diverse internal and external colleagues.

• Deliver Solidly with Creative Flexibility – The role is a linchpin for many other pieces of work in the organization, so a reassuring, dependable outlook is important while also enthusiastically and proactively problem-solving, pivoting, and finding solutions to things that will inevitably arise.

• Unflappable – Because we place a premium on partnership as the way we work externally and because we provide critical support to organizations that carry a myriad of obligations to support young people, educators, and communities, our work can feel high intensity (ex. urgent, immediate, etc.); we need a person committed to following through even under pressure in periods of heightened responsiveness.

• Nimble as Leader and Contributor – With a small overall team in the organization, this role will thrive via a desire to both drive projects as a leader and to help execute projects that others are leading.

• Adaptive Learner – Being situated in the middle of key processes and relying upon multiple systems and tools to keep work flowing and accomplish goals, the role is best suited to someone who is curious about engaging, testing and learning multiple applications and digital platforms.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE IF YOU JOIN US:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Insurance

• Employer Contribution to 403(b) Retirement Plan

• Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement

• Vacation Allowance, Holiday Allowance, and Sick Day Allowance

• Flexible Spending Account Program

• Commuter Benefit Program

• Employee Service Awards and Matched Gifts on Charitable Donations

SALARY AVAILABLE IF YOU JOIN US:

• Salary range begins at $95,000

TO APPLY:

• To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and your résumé to: jobs@stuartfoundation.org. The position will be open until filled.

The Organization

Wellspring Philanthropic Fund is a private grantmaking foundation dedicated to advancing the realization of human rights and social and economic justice for all people. With offices in Washington, D.C. and New York City, Wellspring’s work is rooted in respect for the dignity and worth of every human being and is informed by the following beliefs:
• Social institutions and structures should promote the full realization of human rights and human potential, and should be accountable to these ends
• The rights of all people are advanced when the rights of the most marginalized and vulnerable peoples are protected
• Social justice movements should employ means that are consistent with their ideals, and should give agency to the people whose interests they seek to advance
• As responsible stewards, we must strive to maximize the impact of our charitable investments
For more information on Wellspring Philanthropic Fund, please visit www.wpfund.org.

Position Overview

For the full job description: https://wpfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/DPIPF-Program-Associate-Job-Description_.pdf

Wellspring seeks a Program Associate to join its Donor Philanthropic Initiatives and President’s Fund team (DPIPF). The DPIPF program supports donor initiatives which are highly aligned with WPF’s thematic program areas, and the President’s Fund, a discretionary portfolio managed under the leadership of Wellspring’s President and direction of the Program Director, and is intended to support initiatives that broadly advance our mission.
The Program Associate reports to the Program Director and works collaboratively with the Program Officers, Administrative Assistant, Grants Management team, and other Wellspring staff. Day-to-day, the Program Associate contributes to the following key priorities:
• Grants Process Coordination
• Program
• Communications and Research
This is an incredible opportunity for a social justice generalist – someone with a breadth of knowledge in a range of areas, rather than a concentration on only one content area – to leverage their knowledge toward a donor driven portfolio and a collaborative team.

How To Apply

For employment consideration, please submit application to jobs@wpfund.org Subject Line: “DPIPF-Program Associate– [YOUR NAME].” All applications must include:
•a resumé;
•a thoughtful cover letter, including how you became aware of this opportunity (i e. jobportal, referral, etc.) and salary minimum requirements
•one writing sample (no less than 3 and no more than 5 pages, attached in PDF format).
NOTE: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of hire to be considered for this position.

About United Philanthropy Forum

As the largest and most diverse network in American philanthropy, United Philanthropy Forum holds a unique position in the social sector to help increase philanthropy’s impact in communities across the country. We are a membership organization of more than 90 philanthropy associations and networks, representing more than 7,000 foundations and other funders, who work to make philanthropy better. The Forum envisions a courageous philanthropic sector that catalyzes a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper. For more information on the Forum, please visit www.unitedphilforum.org.

Position Summary

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Senior Communications Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Forum uses communications as effectively as possible to advance the Forum’s mission, vision and goals. Working in collaboration with the rest of the Forum team, the Senior Communications Manager will manage and execute all Forum communications in our core areas of public policy, philanthropic practice, knowledge services and racial equity, diversity and inclusion. This position requires a person who has experience developing and executing effective communications strategies, and working with a broad range of communications tools and channels.

This is a full-time, exempt position and is open to remote candidates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Communications Planning & Strategy

• Working with the President & CEO and the rest of the Forum team, develop and execute a strategic communications plan to guide the Forum’s use of communications to advance the Forum’s vision, mission and goals.
• Develop and execute communications plans for various Forum projects and initiatives.
• Manage all Forum communications policies and procedures.
• Manage evaluations of all Forum communications.

Communications Execution 

• Write and update content for Forum’s website, and work with other team members to manage updates and changes to the website’s design, structure and navigation.
• Manage, design and write Forum e-newsletters.
• Manage, design and write copy for Forum marketing materials, including promotions for all Forum programs and for membership recruitment materials and communications.
• Manage all communications for Forum’s annual conference and other events, including promotions, on-site and virtual materials, use of social media, etc.

• Manage and write content for Forum’s social media communications, including Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
• Manage and write or edit contributions to Forum’s blog.
• Manage, design and write or edit key Forum publications, such as annual report, research reports, etc.
• Manage Forum’s media relations efforts.
• Support CEO and other members of the Forum team, as needed, in writing presentations and creating slides for presentations.

• Manage the effective use of the Forum’s brand identity in all Forum communications.
• Manage work of any outside vendors used to support the Forum’s communications efforts.

Member Communications Support

• Serve as key staff liaison for Forum’s services and support for the Forum’s Communications Peer Community learning and networking group for communications professionals in the Forum membership.

• Manage and coordinate a listserv, regular round robin calls, in-person conference meeting and other programming, as needed, for the Forum’s Communications Peer Community.

Forum Team Communications Support

• Offer support and guidance to members of the Forum team, as needed, on communications.

Supervision

• Supervise the work of a Communications Associate team member, which is a new position that will be created and filled by the Senior Communications Manager, working together with other Forum team members.

Selection Criteria to Qualify for This Position

• A minimum of 4–6 years of communications experience with increasing levels of responsibility required.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field preferred.
• Strong demonstrated writing and editing skills.
• Demonstrated experience in developing effective communications strategies.
• Experience in website communications; knowledge of HTML preferred.
• Experience in marketing communications.

• Experience in using a wide range of communications tools and channels, including e-mail, various social media channels, blogs, video, podcasts, etc.
• Experience in managing and executing e-mail communications (the Forum currently uses the Pardot platform for e-mail communications).
• Experience in evaluation and reporting of effective communications.
• Effective project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high-performance, collaborative, constructive peer group.

• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to and passion for the Forum’s mission.
• Experience in government relations/public policy communications preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of philanthropy and/or the broader nonprofit sector preferred.
• Experience with associations preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

The Forum offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including 100% employer paid health coverage; employer contributions to a retirement plan; dental and vision coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; and generous vacation, holiday, and sick and medical leave. The salary range for this position is $85,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience.

Commitment to Equity

A key strategic priority for United Philanthropy Forum is to advance racial equity, diversity and inclusion in philanthropy. The Forum envisions a courageous philanthropic sector that catalyzes a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper. It is not possible for us to achieve this vision without addressing racial equity. Externally, we strive to be a leading connector, convener and collaborative partner for all regional and national philanthropy-serving organizations (PSOs) on racial equity, diversity and inclusion. Internally, we work continuously to embed racial equity in all aspects of our work.

Equal opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles of United Philanthropy Forum, where employment and promotional opportunities are based on individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identify, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, marital status, military status, pregnancy or childbirth, race or color, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected category as established under law.

Location and Work Environment

The Forum is headquartered in Washington, D.C. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our D.C. office is currently closed, so all employees are working remotely. When our physical office reopens, local staff will be able to continue to work from home or to work in the office either part-time or full-time, based on employee preference. Staff located outside of the greater D.C. area will be expected to visit our D.C. office a few times a year. Employees receive financial stipends and other necessary supports to cover expenses of working remotely.

To Apply

Submit a cover letter and resume to careers@unitedphilforum.org; please use the following subject line: “Senior Communications Manager: Last Name, First Name.” Application deadline is August 15, 2022.

The Forum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse team and encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

No telephone inquiries please.

The Organization

About United Philanthropy Forum

As the largest and most diverse network in American philanthropy, United Philanthropy Forum holds a unique position in the social sector to help increase philanthropy’s impact in communities across the country. We are a membership organization of more than 90 philanthropy associations and networks, representing more than 7,000 foundations and other funders, who work to make philanthropy better. The Forum envisions a courageous philanthropic sector that catalyzes a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper. For more information on the Forum, visit www.unitedphilforum.org.

Position Summary

The Senior Conference and Events Manager will manage the development and delivery of program logistics and content for the Forum’s annual conference and other in-person events. The Manager may also assist with the development and delivery of virtual programming as needed.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Member Engagement and Partnerships, the Senior Conference and Events Manager should be an excellent project and people manager with a solid background in event planning and management. Comfort in facilitating events and working across both internal and external stakeholders is a must. Highly polished written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as impeccable organizational skills and a strong customer service ethic in serving internal and external audiences. Ideally, the person would also be comfortable and competent in training small groups—such as speaker orientations—and be able to travel for site selection and logistics planning for the annual conference. There will be periods during the year where additional travel may be required.

This is a full-time, exempt position and is open to remote candidates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Annual Conference

• Serve as primary project manager for the Forum’s annual conference, which attracts more than 300 attendees and includes more than 30 sessions, multiple keynotes, pre- and post-conference workshops, exhibitors, and networking activities.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteer annual conference committee and other internal and external subject- matter experts to create learning tracks and curate content.
• Manage outsourced conference logistics contractors and coordinate all onsite logistics, including contract negotiation and fulfillment, reserving room blocks, making room assignments, and overseeing audiovisual services vendors, materials suppliers, shipping, and setup.

• Manage outreach and contracts for all speakers, including keynotes; coordinate the call for session proposals, speaker selection, and select communications; provide speaker support by acting as the primary point of contact for speakers on-site and in advance of the conference.
• Manage the conference evaluation process.
• Develop and adhere to event plans and timelines, including internal and external deadlines.
• Support team members in the creation and preparation of conference communications, including conference promotion and marketing, microsite, conference app, programs and signage.
• Support team members in the development and execution of the registration management process.

• Be responsible for accurate and timely revenue and expense tracking against the budget.

Other Programs & Events

• Manager logistics for all other in-person Forum events, including the Forum’s annual Foundations on the Hill, Policy + Philanthropy Institute and smaller convenings, such as our annual CEO Winter Gathering.
• Manage outsourced conference logistics contractors and coordinate all onsite logistics, including contract negotiation and fulfillment, reserving room blocks, making room assignments, and overseeing audiovisual services vendors, materials suppliers, shipping, and setup.

• Manage outreach and contracts for all speakers; provide speaker support by acting as the primary point of contact for speakers on-site and in advance of the conference.
• Develop and adhere to event plans and timelines, including internal and external deadlines.
• Support team members in the creation and preparation of event communications, including event promotion and marketing, programs and signage.
• Support team members in the development and execution of the registration management process.
• Be responsible for accurate and timely revenue and expense tracking against the budget.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 4–6 years of meeting planning or event operations experience with increasing levels of responsibility required; prior association conference experience a plus.
• Experience in and familiarity with philanthropy or the broader nonprofit sector preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, knowing how to prioritize and adjust timetables based on demand and other factors, as well as handle new or unplanned projects with agility and flexibility.
• Desire and ability to identify and solve problems and improve processes and outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and written communications skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Experienced collaborator who works well with peers with varying levels of authority across the Forum team.

• Versed in volunteer engagement and management.
• Knowledge of racial equity, diversity and inclusion and an ability to source vendors and consultants through an equity lens.
• Project management experience required, including use of project-management platforms and applications.
• Highly detail-oriented and a self-starter.
• Embraces the opportunity to contribute to a positive organizational culture.

• Ability to travel to events, as needed.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with a CRM or AMS, and skill using and managing applications such as Asana, Box, Zoom, Alchemer, and Slack.

Compensation & Benefits

The Forum offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including 100% employer paid health coverage; employer contributions to a retirement plan; dental and vision coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; and generous vacation, holiday, and sick and medical leave. The salary range for this position is $85,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience.

Commitment to Equity

A key strategic priority for United Philanthropy Forum is to advance racial equity, diversity and inclusion in philanthropy. The Forum envisions a courageous philanthropic sector that catalyzes a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper. It is not possible for us to achieve this vision without addressing racial equity. Externally, we strive to be a leading connector, convener and collaborative partner for all regional and national philanthropy-serving organizations (PSOs) on racial equity, diversity and inclusion. Internally, we work continuously to embed racial equity in all aspects of our work.

Equal opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles of United Philanthropy Forum, where employment and promotional opportunities are based on individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identify, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, marital status, military status, pregnancy or childbirth, race or color, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected category as established under law.

Location and Work Environment

The Forum is headquartered in Washington, D.C. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our D.C. office is currently closed, so all employees are working remotely. When our physical office reopens, local staff will be able to continue to work from home or to work in the office either part-time or full-time, based on employee preference. Staff located outside of the greater D.C. area will be expected to visit our D.C. office a few times a year. Employees receive financial stipends and other necessary supports to cover expenses of working remotely.

To Apply

Submit a cover letter and resume to careers@unitedphilforum.org; please use the following subject line: “Senior Conference and Events Manager: Last Name, First Name.” Application deadline is August 15, 2022.

The Forum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse team and encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

No telephone inquiries please.