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The Organization

About Us

The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation is an organization in transformation.  Five years ago, the Foundation set a course to achieve its vision of a more equitable New Jersey. Given the devastating events of the last two years, it has accelerated this commitment and further refined its vision and strategic direction to center racial equity and justice, where people of all races and communities have equal access to opportunities and can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation has a long history of cultivating vibrant ecosystems and resourcing efforts to promote the well-being of people across New Jersey. In its grantmaking, the Foundation prioritizes networks, movements, organizations, and leaders closest to the harms and solutions to inequity and injustice and who have been historically excluded from investment and opportunity. In doing so, it is shifting wealth, power, and other critical resources to changemakers on the frontlines of communities and movements in ways that enable them to accelerate, deepen, and advance their work on their terms.

Foundation Board and Staff are energized by the progress the organization is making in investing in emergent and historically under-resourced communities, namely communities of color:

• In 2021, the Foundation launched the first round of Imagine a New Way grants to organizations advocating for just systems and tackling barriers to equity in New Jersey.
• In January 2022, the Foundation introduced its inaugural Momentum Fund cohort–ten organizations selected by a panel of community leaders employing diverse strategies to address root causes of structural racism across the state. The Momentum Fund provides cohort members with three years of flexible funding to support them as they explore new approaches and self-determine the best course forward in their work.

This is a critical time at the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation as it works to transform its grantmaking, partnerships, and internal operations to center racial equity and justice and ensure that these values and capabilities are central to all that it is and all that it does. This is a “build moment” for the Foundation. As such, it is seeking entrepreneurial team members who are excited about opportunities to create and who are energized by working in deeply collaborative ways, actively learning, building new relationships, and leveraging and amplifying community expertise and solutions.

For more information on Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, please visit the organization’s website. The Strategic Direction and President’s Messages include additional details about the Foundation’s transformation.

The Opportunity

The Grants Manager plays a critical role in helping the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation operationalize its transformation to a racial justice funder.  Working at both strategic and tactical levels, the Grants Manager will collaborate with Program and Operations teams on re-designing and managing the full life cycle of the Foundation’s grantmaking processes to ensure they are aligned with our values.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Grants Manager will administer grantmaking operations across the Foundation, ensure appropriate structure and integrity of the grants management database (Salesforce) and fulfill the information needs of the organization’s leadership, staff, and grantee partners. The Grants Manager will also work in a highly integrated way with Program and Finance teams to ensure a smooth grantmaking process and experience, both for Dodge team members and for our grantee partners.  Currently, the Grants Manager manages a grantmaking volume of approximately 250 grants of $12 million annually.

As the Foundation is in a period of significant transformation, the Grants Manager is instrumental in refining grantmaking systems and processes and will demonstrate high degrees of judgment, flexibility, and responsiveness to the evolving needs of our teams and partners. Additionally, as Foundation staff will continue to work mostly remotely, the Grants Manager will need to be highly self-directed, independent, and effective working with limited in-person direction or interaction.

Essential Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as a key point of contact for grantee partners, providing technical assistance for application and report submission, responding to inquiries on financial due diligence requirements and verifying grantee partner information.
• Serve as the primary user for Dodge’s grantmaking system (Salesforce), staying abreast of system changes, coordinating activities with the entire team and external partners as necessary to address new issues or needs, and to work with the Director of Operations to maintain the system’s efficiency and functionality.
• Collaborate with the VP of Programs and Director of Operations to create, revise and improve grantmaking processes, dashboards and application forms to ensure that collected data is properly coded and reported on within Salesforce.
• Plan and facilitate regular “production” meetings and support communication and collaboration between Program, Finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams so that all grant management activities are smoothly implemented.
• Monitor grant data entry and workflow processes to ensure adequate internal controls, due diligence, and overall data quality and timeliness.
• Manage compliance with government regulations and Foundation guidelines.
• Prepare and quality-check grantee correspondence, such as award and decline letters, grant amendments, letter templates, and audit compliance documents.
• Monitor grant proposals, reports and payments to ensure all grants are moving through the process in a timely fashion. Identify and address areas for improvement with Program and Finance team members.
• Develop/provide grant management systems training and guidance to Program staff and conduct onboarding for all new hires. Maintain electronic grant management manuals and procedures documentation.
• Work with Program and Communications staff to prepare analysis, reporting and presentation of qualitative and quantitative data regarding grantee awards, learnings and outcomes to support Board presentations and other external communications.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to make sure all grants and grant-related activities are properly recorded in the accounting system.
• Manage staff and trustee discretionary grant process
• Support the Director of Communications and CEO to ensure contact data integrity and to generate mailing lists for external communications.

Key Qualifications

• Three to five years of relevant professional experience in philanthropy, grants administration/management in a non-profit, and or relevant technical experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong proficiency with grants management systems and databases required.  Experience with Salesforce is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing racial equity and justice.
• A track record demonstrating sound judgment, discernment, and critical thinking skills, especially when faced with new opportunities or challenges.
• Thrives working in a small organization where everyone wears many hats and works at both strategic and tactical levels of work with flexibility.
• Systems-minded and an independent problem solver/learner who takes initiative to identify/design right-sized solutions to data management and workflow challenges.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to synthesize and “find the story” in large and complex sets of data.
• Professional maturity and discretion with regard to the handling of confidential or sensitive information
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail with a strong sense of personal responsibility for work quality and accuracy.
• Highly collaborative with ability to manage up and across diverse teams and work styles to achieve results.
• Solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Positive attitude, cooperative, and service orientated when working with diverse colleagues and grantee partners.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to effectively manage individual timelines and deliverables with limited remote supervision.
• High level of flexibility, responsiveness and tolerance for change and ambiguity; Able to maintain calm and professionalism and embrace learning, amidst uncertainty
• Must live within commuting distance to the Foundation’s Morristown NJ office and be available to work from the office as needed, currently 1-2 days per week.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary range for the Grants Manager position $85,000-$100,000 commensurate with experience. The Foundation also offers a full and competitive benefits package that includes, full medical and dental insurance, generous retirement contributions, paid medical and parental leave programs, professional development, cell phone reimbursement, and 20 days of vacation for full-time employees.

To Apply

Please submit your application here. Your cover letter should outline your interest in the role and how you feel your experience is a match.

We will accept applications on a rolling basis until filled.

The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We employ qualified people without regard to: race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; ancestry; disability; sexual orientation; pregnancy or breastfeeding; veteran or military status; marital status; civil union or domestic partnership status; arrest record; citizenship; credit history; genetic information; gender identity or expression; status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking; or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

The Organization
The Kansas Health Foundation creates strategies and develops partnerships to improve health for all Kansans, by reducing health disparities and focusing on health equity. We envision a culture in which every Kansan can make healthy choices where they live, work, and play. To learn more about us, we invite you to go to our website www.kansashealth.org.

Position Overview
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounting Manager is an integral part of the Finance Department in accounting for the Foundation’s $500+ million in assets. Responsibilities include supporting daily accounting activities and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of transactions. Supports all aspects of general ledger accounting including analysis and reconciliations of both balance sheet and income statement accounts. Assist in development and monitoring the policies and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with GAAP rules and regulations and proper system of internal controls.

How To Apply

Please submit a letter of interest and resume by email to hr@khf.org; fax (316) 462-0971; via mail to:

Kansas Health Foundation
Attn: Human Resources
309 E. Douglas Ave.
Wichita, KS 67202

The Organization

ABOUT PROTEUS FUND

Proteus Fund Proteus Fund connects philanthropy to the frontlines of social justice. We strive to advance the interconnected goals of racial, gender, queer and disability justice and an inclusive, fully representative democracy. To do our work effectively and with significant impact, Proteus Fund creates dynamic relationships between progressive philanthropists, movement leaders, and other allies that go far beyond transactional grantmaking. Our trusted position among funders and field actors enables us to support, both through collaborative grantmaking and other efforts, a broad array of strategies to achieve social justice victories. Our donor collaboratives are best-in-class models for bridging responsive philanthropy and cutting-edge social justice movements for deeper impact, aligning resources to address critical needs, and shaping strategy alongside our partners. Through our fiscal sponsorship program, Proteus Fund partners with initiatives which play a powerful role in the larger ecosystem for social change, providing them with tailored and comprehensive organizational support.

To date, Proteus Fund, and its affiliated 501c4 organization, the Proteus Action League, have distributed $250 million in grants, and provided other essential tools to support activists, advocates, networks, coalitions, and issue-specific campaigns at the local, state, and national level. Proteus Fund is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Amherst, Massachusetts. Our staff is based across the entire United States.

ABOUT RISE TOGETHER FUND AND RISE ACTION

The RISE Together Fund (RTF) and RISE Together Action Fund (RTAF) support cutting-edge Black, African, Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, and South Asian (BAMEMSA) field-led work. RTF bolsters its national grantmaking with programming, field building, and technical assistance to build and expand the capacity of the BAMEMSA movement toward racial, gender, and queer justice and a fully inclusive and representative democracy. Since 2008, RTF has funded directly impacted voices to lead policy and social change in BAMEMSA communities. RTF is the first and only national donor collaborative dedicated to supporting the critical work of BAMEMSA individuals and organizations facing anti-Muslim targeting, hate crimes, and xenophobia. In 2021, RTF’s grantees spanned 18 states and since 2008, RTF has granted more than $18 million and reached more than 500 organizations.

Position Overview

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the supervision of the RISE Together Fund (RTF) Program Director, the Program Associate provides critical operational, logistical and administrative support to the RTF team to ensure efficient completion of the team’s objectives, including supporting all aspects of RTF’s grantmaking activities, program development, capacity and field building efforts as well as the implementation and execution of RTF’s fundraising strategy.

This is a full-time (40 hour per week) US-based remote position.

 Key Responsibilities

 With the Grants Management and RTF teams, supports the grant making process, including both the management of the docket preparation schedule and process for grant docket meetings, as well as all onsite or virtual logistics, including meeting space, audiovisual needs, etc. Manages logistics and support for online events, including webinars, briefings and retreats.

• Provides research support to the Program Director and Program Officers, including gathering information from grantees and conducting interviews for grant reports to highlight grantee achievements.  As needed, conducts landscape analyses, due diligence and assists with write-ups to recommend funding.
• Provides research support to the Program Director and Strategic Partnerships Officer, including preparing for donor meetings, analyzing grantmaking trends, researching funding prospects, and drafting grant proposals and reports in part or in full. Supports the Strategic Partnerships Officer by maintaining systems to track funding prospects and outreach.
• Establishes, develops, maintains and updates department database and files, including donor and grantee information, MailChimp lists, meeting notes and other document templates.
•  Supports the Program Director with administrative needs, including preparing responses to phone or email inquiries when necessary; responding to regularly occurring requests for information; completing expense reports and credit card reconciliation; scheduling and organizing activities such as meetings, travel, conferences and department activities.
• In collaboration with Program Director, monitors the annual budget for the RTF team, including grantmaking budgets, program expenses and cash flow.
•  Supports the Program Officer and RISE Organizing facilitators with all administrative and logistical needs associated with the RISE Organizing listserv, field calls and rapid response activities, including scheduling, note-taking, audio-visuals and agenda ideation amongst other activities.
• Working with the RTF team, writes and edits promotional materials and other communications for RTF, including grantee stories and website/social media updates, on RTF activities for internal and external audiences. Drafts, edits and designs correspondence using MailChimp to send e-blasts to external audiences, including invitations to docket meetings and funder briefings, announcements and key updates.
• Acts as a liaison with other departments such as Grants Management and Finance. Handles confidential information.
•  Supports the team in drafting and inputting RTF contracts and works with external contractors to ensure payment and contract execution. Ensure grantee stipends and reimbursements are executed in a timely manner.
• Acts as project manager for special projects at the request of the Program Director, which may include: planning and coordinating events, trainings or presentations, disseminating information, coordinating mailings and emails, and presenting on various issues of concern to the BAMEMSA field.
• Represents the RTF team at external events in-person or virtually such as government hearings, grantee and philanthropic events and reports findings back to the team.

 CANDIDATE PROFILE

The Program Associate has two years + of formal or informal experience supporting a team in a non-profit setting or other equivalent experience. They possess a deep understanding of the BAMEMSA experience, a commitment to advancing the rights of BAMEMSA field, and a track record of working with diverse communities. The Program Associate possesses exceptional attention to detail, quality writing and editing skills, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. We value candidates who can demonstrate capability and articulate how prior experiences will help them transition into this role.

Additional requirements and experience include:

A working knowledge or commitment to learning the substance, dynamics and priorities within the field of national security, racial justice and civil rights and demonstrates sensitivity and cultural competency related to the work of the BAMEMSA field.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills Skilled at culturally competent communication and able to manage communications tactfully and professionally
•  Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Proficient at juggling competing priorities while remaining organized and has strong project management skills, such as creating realistic timelines and proactively identifying and flagging potential roadblocks to meeting deadlines.
• Excels at tasks requiring high attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (or similar platform); knowledge of Office 365 and video conferencing platforms. Ability and comfort with learning new technologies. Possesses emotional intelligence to navigate sensitive and sometimes difficult subjects impacting a diverse set of communities in the U.S.

Alignment to Culture and Values:

•  Commitment to the mission and values of progressive social justice movements and RTF’s commitment to resourcing the BAMEMSA field equitably.
• ·Cultural responsiveness and an alignment with our values and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
•  Strong relationship building, high ethical standards, discretion, and tact.
•   Personal qualities of humility and empathy.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $57,000-64,000 per year. (Proteus Fund utilizes geographic salary differentials, compensation will be contingent on location).

BENEFITS

•  Medical and dental benefits for employee and eligible dependents available on first day of work
• Retirement savings account (401k) with an organization contribution of 10% of annual salary
• Three weeks paid vacation in first year of work; four weeks in subsequent years
•   Fifteen sick days per year
•  Three personal days per year
•  Twelve paid holidays
•  Professional development initiatives for growth
• Paid Family Leave

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Proteus requires its colleagues who are working in an office setting or who will be required to travel as part of their key responsibilities to be fully (3 shots) vaccinated against COVID-19. Where an employee has a medical or bona fide religious reason which prevents them from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, Proteus will consider accommodations which may allow employees to safely perform the essential functions of their job.

TO APPLY

For consideration, please submit a resume and a detailed cover letter by July 15, 2022, that: 1) Describes your interest in the position and RTF/RTAF; 2) Your experiences that satisfy the requirements and qualifications listed above, and 3) How you learned of this position. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered. Submit your application materials here:

https://proteus-fund-inc.checkwritersrecruit.com/job/448578/program-associate-rise-together-fund

Proteus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Proteus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact recruitment@skcmanagement.org.

Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at Proteus Fund, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Proteus requires its colleagues who are working in an office setting or who will be required to travel as part of their key responsibilities to be fully (3 shots) vaccinated against COVID-19. Where an employee has a medical or bona fide religious reason which prevents them from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, Proteus will consider accommodations which may allow employees to safely perform the essential functions of their job.

The Organization

Matriculate’s mission is to empower high-achieving high school students from low-income backgrounds to make the leap to our nation’s top colleges and universities.

Matriculate empowers teams of undergraduates to provide free virtual college advising to high-achieving high school juniors and seniors from low-income backgrounds. Equipped with more than 50 hours of training, undergraduate Advising Fellows provide the information, guidance, and support that these high school students need to apply, gain admission, and excel in the best institutions. Matriculate is working to build an America in which all talented students have a fair shot at top colleges and universities long reserved primarily for the elite. Seven years in, Matriculate’s model has received statistically significant, gold-standard proof of impact from a randomized control trial.

Matriculate is committed to partnering with communities of staff, high school students, and undergraduate Advising Fellows to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. We seek to build a team that is active in contributing to advancing and sustaining a culture in which all lived experiences are welcome.

Position Summary

Matriculate is at an exciting inflection point and positioned to dramatically increase impact and influence the college access and success field. The Managing Director (MD) is a new position responsible for designing and building an organizational structure and culture that aligns strategy and operations, maximizes cross-team collaboration, and reflects our values of equity and excellence while achieving our ambitious growth objectives.  The MD will lead and manage the senior team (Chief Program Officer and VP, Finance, and Administration), which oversees a 24-person staff, providing best practice frameworks and coaching to increase individual and organizational effectiveness. This position also will work closely with Matriculate’s Co-Founder and CEO to support strategic planning, revenue generation, and Board engagement. The ideal candidate will be an expert in organizational design, development, and leadership best practices. They will bring a proven passion for our mission, strong emotional intelligence, and extensive experience successfully leading, managing, and coaching individuals and teams in a high-growth environment. They will have an entrepreneurial spirit, balancing an ability to dream boldly while operationalizing practically within constraints. They will see obstacles and conflicts as opportunities to learn and grow. They will respect and embrace the benefits of working collaboratively and model humility and grace when receiving feedback. They will have a strong commitment to equity and an equally strong ability to operationalize that commitment in a complex growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Model Matriculate’s values and foster a culture of equity and excellence with a commitment to continuous learning and feedback
• Lead and manage the senior team to create norms and systems for greater alignment and collaboration across the organization
• Foster professional development through training, coaching, goal-setting, and accountability
• Be accountable for the successful development and execution of Matriculate’s operating plan, program, and KPIs
• Provide clear, proactive, and regular communication across the organization; facilitate constructive conflict resolution and creative problem-solving
• Contribute to both earned revenue and philanthropic strategy and execution
• Partner with key leaders to shape Matriculate’s strategic planning process and ensure a successful outcome
• Represent Matriculate externally as the organization’s internal leader

Qualifications

• Passion for Matriculate’s mission
• Authentic commitment to and successful experience building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment
• Experience designing and building an organizational structure and culture that creates alignment and promotes cross-team collaboration in a high-growth environment
• Experience managing a $4m+ budget, 30+ FTE team, with operational expertise in finance, operations, and HR
• Exceptional oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and feedback
• Excellent judgment and impeccable integrity

Location
Matriculate’s staff are currently remote until we are able to safely re-open a physical office in 2022 in New York, NY.

Compensation
Matriculate will offer a salary in the range of $170,000 – $185,000 depending on the selected candidate’s experience. In addition, Matriculate offers a comprehensive benefits package.

How To Apply https://leaderfit.catsone.com/careers/20424-General/jobs/15415146-Managing-Director-Matriculate/

The Organization

The Gettys institutional advancement program was established in 2012 to build a community of donors and to cultivate support for key initiatives relevant to our donor community.

Position Overview

The J. Paul Getty Trust seeks an experienced development professional to serve as Director of Individual Giving. The Director will play a central role in the fast-paced Development Office at the Getty with a focus on leading and developing the Getty Patron Program.

Getty’s institutional advancement program was established in 2012 to build a community of donors and to cultivate support for key initiatives relevant to our donor community. This position will be essential to our next phase of departmental growth, serving as a combination of manager and strategic planner, as well as fundraiser and relationship-builder. Responsibilities, detailed further below, include driving continued, accelerated growth of the Getty Patron Program; developing strategies for inspiring and supporting gifts at every giving level; coaching and leading a team of direct reports; and working with colleagues to develop new giving opportunities to inspire donor support.

The incumbent must be a skilled and experienced manager and fundraiser with strong communication skills and an energetic and entrepreneurial work style.

Responsibilities

Getty Patron Program

In 2017, Getty launched the Patron Program, its leadership-level annual giving program (gifts ranging from $1,000 – $50,000). Growing the Patron Program and solidifying its successes and best practices will be a major focus of this role. The Director will take responsibility for the successful execution of all aspects of the Program, including drafting and executing a thought-out strategic plan for growth and leading and inspiring the team for shared successes.

Essential to success in leading the Patron Program: creative thinking, ability to develop a plan to meet goals and adjust plans as needed; excellent managerial and interpersonal skills; experience in annual or patron giving programs with success in soliciting leadership gifts.

An important function of the Patron Program is as a pipeline for deeper engagement with the Getty and future leadership-level donors. This position will work with the VP and other colleagues to develop and implement strategies to identify, qualify, and engage prospective Getty donors with leadership and major giving capacity.

Front Line Fundraising

In addition to managing the Patron Program, this position will hold a personal portfolio of leadership and major capacity prospects and donors. As Getty’s fundraising program matures, the scope of this Director position will expand to include cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding higher-level leadership and major gifts ($25,000+.)

Other Responsibilities and Expectations

The Director may take ownership of one or more strategic initiatives and/or core areas of leadership or major giving outside of the Patron Program. In collaboration with colleagues, the Director will create materials to support fundraising goals.

Provide support for Vice President and other Getty leaders and volunteers by writing briefings, talking points, and follow-up letters; staff meetings with senior leaders, as needed.

Maintain a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of Getty’s infrastructure, policies, and procedures.

In partnership with the Donor Relations team, conceive of strategies to leverage special events and on- and off-campus activities to achieve the goals of the Patron Program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive professional and managerial growth in a development office, with significant Annual Giving or Patron experience and success soliciting and closing leadership-level gifts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Leadership experience with annual or patron giving programs, preferably in a cultural institution setting.
• Experience closing leadership-level gifts (gifts ranging between $25,000 – 50,000).
• Excellent communication skills, especially the ability to write clearly and persuasively for a range of audiences.
• Professional manner and strong interpersonal skills as a colleague, manager, and fundraiser.
• Highly accountable and able to set goals and deliver results.
• Management experience and ability to motivate and engage direct reports; able to manage up as well.
• Positive, resilient attitude with the willingness to be hands-on in a role that requires a high level of energy and flexibility.
• Maintain the utmost respect for all colleagues.
• Appreciation for and understanding of Getty’s mission and commitment to inclusivity.
• Understanding of the role of fundraising within a complex organization.
• Strong sense of ethics and respect for the confidentiality of donor information.
• This position is exempt and includes significant evening and weekend work for events and other activities.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• High level of proficiency with excel spreadsheets and donor databases.

Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/ljDBoqIXr2jRbID2nFMNjE

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The Organization

Cornell University, a nationally ranked Ivy League institution, is looking for a Director of Development, Atkinson Center to join the Alumni Affairs & Development division in Ithaca, NY.

The Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability seeks an innovative and strategic development leader to serve as its next Director of Development (DOD). As Cornell embarks on the public phase of its multi-billion-dollar campaign and the Atkinson Center enters a period of rapid growth, the DOD will lead the individual philanthropic efforts for the Atkinson Center and play a significant role in increasing its awareness and support.

The DOD will join a dynamic and passionate senior leadership team led by David Lodge, the Francis J. DiSalvo Director. S/He will provide a strategic vision for all aspects of fundraising for the Atkinson Center and will collaborate with the Director and Associate Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development to develop and translate its top priorities into a comprehensive engagement and development program. The DOD will build and advance strong relationships with alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations, resulting in philanthropic contributions through collaborations with an extended alumni affairs and development partnership and the management of a portfolio of major gifts prospects.

The DOD will work also have the exciting opportunity to work alongside and collaborate with the fundraising leader(s) for the 2030 Project: A Cornell Climate Initiative.  Launched in 2022, The 2030 Project will mobilize world-class faculty to develop and accelerate tangible solutions to the climate challenge. From transforming food and energy systems and reducing greenhouse emissions to advancing environmental justice and shaping policy, Cornell will harness the power of collaborative scholarship, science, innovation, and entrepreneurialism to advance climate solutions in this decisive decade for climate action.

The successful candidate will be an intellectually curious and networked fundraiser with the ability to navigate complex organizations and work in a start-up environment. An interest in and commitment to sustainability and the mission of Cornell Atkinson is a must. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with ambiguity and change, open to new ideas and creative approaches to work, relish new growth opportunities, and be keen to learn. Increasing collaboration across the University to successfully build and grow the Atkinson Center’s fundraising program to its greatest potential is a fundamental expectation.

Rewards and Benefits

Cornell receives national recognition, as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health care options
• Access to wellness programs
• Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
• Generous retirement contributions
• Leave provisions including three weeks of vacation and 12 holidays
• Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance program
• Learn more about benefit opportunities

Position Overview

• Development Director will serve as the chief development officer for, and manager of, the Center’s alumni affairs and development program, with responsibility for securing private philanthropic support.

• Lead the strategic management of a comprehensive development program that executes on the unit’s and university’s strategic philanthropic priorities

• Build and advance strong relationships with alumni and friends that result in philanthropic contributions to the Atkinson Cent by leading the college’s major gifts, leadership gifts, annual fund, and any other special project

• Coordinate initiatives with individual giving officers and other AAD colleagues and serve as a major gift officer for 50 prospective donors with the capacity to give $250,000 or more.

• Devises strategies for engagement in alignment with unit priorities, fundraising, and otherwise

• Manage relationships with individual giving officers outside of Cornell Atkinson AAD office to assist with prospect strategies.

• DOD will be the primary thought partner on development for the Center’s Director, David Lodge, and serve as a member of his senior leadership team.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five to seven years of experience in development, individual fundraising, or closely related experience
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Effective organizational skills and strong detail orientation
• Superb listening skills with a relationship-oriented approach
• Intellectual curiosity, capacity, and versatility to understand and promote the latest scientific research and thought leadership in sustainability across multiple disciplines
• Ability to work in a fact-pasted, complex environment while handling multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Ability to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team
• Ability to work effectively and collaborate with a large, diverse staff network
• Ability to learn and effectively apply knowledge of university and college priorities and programs within a fund-raising effort
• Sound judgment, tact, and discretion in handling highly confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to develop innovative and creative options to increase potential prospect base
• Ability to develop effective strategies to meet stated goals.

This position is based in Ithaca, NY with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Apply directly: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CornellCareerPage/job/Ithaca-Main-Campus/Development-Director–Cornell-Atkinson-Center-for-Sustainability_WDR-00031659-1

The Organization

THE CALIFORNIA WELLNESS FOUNDATION

The California Wellness Foundation (Cal Wellness) is a private, independent foundation established in 1992 with a mission to protect and improve the health and wellness of the people of California. As one of the largest health-focused foundations in California, with over $1 billion in assets, Cal Wellness is a nationally recognized leader for its strategic core operating support for grantees; public policy grantmaking; and a focus on violence as a public health issue. It is Cal Wellness’ desire to promote equity and level the playing field so that everyone has access to good-paying jobs; healthy and safe neighborhoods; and quality health care services.

The foundation’s current Advancing Wellness grantmaking strategy includes four interrelated portfolios. Since its founding, Cal Wellness has awarded nearly 9,000 grants totaling more than $1 billion. As the foundation looks to the future, it is pursuing new and innovative strategies beyond its core grantmaking to advance its mission, including implementation of new technology systems, development of its public affairs capacity, and establishing mission- and program-related investment portfolios.

Cal Wellness has a diverse staff of approximately 45 located in its Los Angeles and Oakland offices and a diverse 13-member Board located throughout the state of California. The foundation’s work underscores a belief that wellness requires social justice, a deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and sustained efforts to eliminate systemic barriers that prevent access to health care, education, employment, and safety.

Please visit http://www.calwellness.org for more information.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The California Wellness Foundation is seeking a highly relational and strategic connector, communicator, and thinker as Director of Government Relations to lead strategy development and external relations activities on policy issues related to the foundation’s mission and work. The Director serves as a spokesperson for the Foundation, a senior manager in the Public Affairs Department, and a strategic advisor to staff and Board on government relations and public policy activities. The Director will be a collaborative leader in setting a policy agenda for the foundation; refining policy monitoring and reporting processes; building internal capacity to understand and engage on strategic issues with government stakeholders; and mapping existing and desired relationships with government decision-makers to take government relations to a new level of impact. The Director will be an adept people and project manager, supervising one full-time staff member, as well as external consultants and vendors. The ideal candidate will possess deep understanding and direct experience in how government works; be passionate about the Foundation’s mission, vision and values; be willing to bring and leverage their existing government relationships; and have excellent networking skills and a spirit of curiosity to make new connections on behalf of the Foundation in Sacramento and across the State, including in rural areas.

THE PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT

The Director will join Call Wellness’ diverse and highly collaborative 6-person Public Affairs team headed by and reporting directly to the Executive Vice President, who manages the department. Public Affairs leads communications, community relations, and public policy strategies and supports organization-wide learning and innovation. The Director will bring expertise and strategic thinking to help anchor Cal Wellness’ public policy work more deeply in strong external relationships with government, working closely with one direct report (Public Policy Officer). The Director also will work in close collaboration with two other department directors (Communications and Learning & Innovation) to ensure a cohesive and compelling overarching public affairs strategy. The Director also will engage and interact regularly with the CEO, the executive management team, Program Directors, and the Board of Directors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Government Relations:

• Build and sustain a government relations program addressing local (e.g., city and county), regional, state, and federal issues and opportunities.
• Develop and manage relationships with elected and appointed officials’ offices, their staff, or committee staff, serving as the Foundation’s representative across the state.
• Coordinate foundation advocacy efforts in partnership with community partners, funding partners, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a senior ambassador and spokesperson, speaking and writing on behalf of the Foundation; ensure foundation presence and visibility in Sacramento, Washington, DC, and key regions of California, including Los Angeles, the Bay Area and the Central Valley.
• Partner with Programs staff, executive management and the Board to identify and pursue opportunities to leverage Cal Wellness investments and existing relationships to further the Foundation’s mission and work with government partners.
• Ensure compliance with IRS and state regulations for foundation advocacy, in consultation with legal counsel as needed.

Public Policy:

• Develop and lead process for regular review of public policy issues and establish priorities for foundation engagement in consultation with staff, management, and the Board.
• Develop strategies for influence and lead efforts to engage on established public policy priorities and vet opportunities related to emerging issues.
• Provide strategic guidance on foundation investments to advance public policy issues, including grantmaking and mission-related investments.
• Work with Foundation leadership and staff to articulate positions on policy issues and develop and draft policy statements on issues as needed.
• Establish and maintain systems to monitor, analyze, and report out to staff on local, state, and national policies and their impact on California, including tracking legislation in a timely manner to support awareness, learning, and action.

Management & Supervision:

• Supervise Public Policy Officer, providing guidance on policy monitoring and reporting responsibilities, community relations activities, professional development opportunities, and coaching support.
• Manage consultant and vendor relationships and oversee budget for activities related to public policy and government relations activities.
• Serve as a senior manager in the Public Affairs Department, facilitating team meetings and serving as internal point of contact in the department as needed.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidates will be aligned with our mission and values; demonstrate exceptional networking, relationship-building, and connecting skills with proven aptitude to respectfully develop genuine connections with internal team members and government constituencies; bring analytical skills relating to policy development and reporting; and embody, through lived experience, applying a commitment to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion to our work. Key experiences, expertise, and interests that will contribute to success in this role include:

• Work in government, business, philanthropy, and/or community-based nonprofits leading public policy and/or government relations activities.
• Expertise in municipal, county, state and/or federal policy issues related to the Foundation’s mission and work.
• Understanding of how municipal, county, state and/or federal government operates and how to be an effective partner within those contexts.
• Team leadership experience in staff supervision, project management, and budgeting.
• Skills and experience in managing vendor and consultant relationships.
• High level of flexibility and adaptability, with demonstrated ability to lead in a dynamic environment and work effectively across teams and at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent strategic and critical thinking skills and the ability to take a broad perspective in the analysis and evaluation of information.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and diplomacy skills, including exceptional presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to interact with and mobilize diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop others in content and context in preparation for policy- and government-related briefings, hearings and convenings.
• Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently; prioritize duties and balance multiple competing demands; and follow through with diligence on strategies, tactics, and connections.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will embody Cal Wellness’ core competencies:

• Live our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Equity, Stewardship, Excellence, Learning, and Trust.
• Drive Towards Innovation: Be bold. Experiment and learn from both successes and failures.
• Make a Difference: Yes, we can. Own our responsibilities and our ability to make positive change.
• Contribute to One Team: We’re in this together. Our success is a collective effort.
• Show Courage: Be thoughtful but act on your convictions. Be open to feedback.

TO APPLY

Please upload a cover letter, resume, and list of three references (candidates will be notified in advance of any outreach to references) by 5:00 pm PT on Friday, June 17, 2022. The link to apply is here.

Resume review begins immediately. Those selected for advancement may be asked to participate in several rounds of interviews (virtual and/or in-person) and complete a writing assignment. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our application process, please let us know.

The California Wellness Foundation is partnering with Walker and Associates Consulting – a Black- and woman-owned strategic management consulting and search firm located in Oakland – for this search. Questions or Nominations? Email us at calwellness@walkeraac.com.

The California Wellness Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse candidate pool. Additionally, we are a fair chance employer and welcome candidates with living experience with the criminal justice system.

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to limit the scope of potential work assignments. This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and duties may differ from those as outlined above

The Organization

Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation affirms the legacy of Governor Rockefeller, who envisioned a thriving and prosperous Arkansas that benefits all Arkansans. As a catalyst for structural change in Arkansas, WRF leads the way with a deep commitment to equity. Through great courage in the face of opposition, we build bold collaborative relationships with partners who strongly align with the change we desire to see in our state and our nation.

Position Overview

The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation (WRF) seeks a Program Associate to support its mission to continuously pursue economic, educational, cultural, racial, and social equity for all Arkansans. We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual capable of stepping in during a period of organizational, programmatic, and cultural transformation in support of the Foundation’s Equity Officers. The Program Associate is responsible for the administrative details related to the organization’s ongoing programmatic activities, development, communication, outreach activities, and other duties as needed in support of the AR 2025 strategic direction.

The ideal candidate will align strongly with the organization’s mission with exceptionally strong communication and organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, persistence in following through on projects, and demonstrate the following:

• A purpose-driven and grounded individual with a strong work ethic who exhibits a personal commitment to purposeful engagement and a natural ability to collaborate with others internally and externally to move the organizational strategy forward.
• An innovative and forward-thinking individual able and eager to identify new opportunities, strategies, and approaches to philanthropy within and outside of traditional systems and structures.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to generate, present, and test ideas internally and externally in support of reimagining community-based organizing groups in Arkansas.
• Growth mindset: A life-long learner open to feedback who possesses the confidence and flexibility to work in an environment where experimentation is encouraged.
• Critical thinking skills as they apply to the processes of leadership, engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation of organizations, and communities.
• Advocacy skills for practice delivery and policies that promote equity when working with organizations and communities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills and a willingness to learn new tools and systems
• Demonstrated flexibility, maturity, and ability to work as a team with program staff, consultants, and persons outside the Foundation
• Comfortable working in a supportive role
• Good sense of humor and abiding optimism in the potential for Arkansas to improve people’s lives
• Strong understanding of and commitment to equity in Arkansas

Duties and Responsibilities – Programmatic (70%)

•   Support the role and activities of the equity officers in managing their relationships in the wider community. Build excellent relationships with all grantee partners and foundation consultants and colleagues.
•   Conduct research on current issues in philanthropy, movement building, equity, and place-based community change
•  Develop, disseminate, and edit strategic communications, such as special reports on the Foundation’s grantees and initiatives, blogs, and e-blasts
•  Provide project management and communications support
•  Help prepare, review, and edit board meeting materials
•  Create presentation materials and communicate with stakeholders
• Oversee preparations for convenings, including the development of content themes, thearrangement of meeting space, catering, handouts, transportation, and technology
•  Contribute to ensuring efficient operations

Grants Management (30%)

•  Support core programmatic activities such as partner relationships, proposal development, and grant processing
•  Oversee the life cycle of approved grants by managing an accurate, timely grant reporting process in coordination with the Foundation’s grants and learning officer
• Support organizational data management by monitoring, collecting and analyzing data presented as part of the grants processQualifications
•  Bachelor’s degree strongly desired. Master’s degree preferred.
• Three to five years of experience is preferred in education, economic development, communications, community change, or public policy. Prior experience in the nonprofit sector is preferred.Hiring Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000

How To Apply

Apply with a cover letter, resume, and references. Applications should be directed to talent@wrfoundation.org. Please place WRF Program Associate and your name in the subject line.

The Organization

About Auburn: Auburn University is a public land-grant university with strong academic and research programs, ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the top 50 public universities nationwide for 20 consecutive years. With more than 24,600 undergraduate students and a total enrollment of more than 30,000 with 1,330 faculty members, Auburn is the second-largest university in Alabama. Auburn University’s mission is rooted in the commitment to outstanding instruction, meaningful research, and life-changing outreach. From robust educational experiences to vibrant athletic pursuits, our traditions run deep.

Beyond the campus, Auburn provides the primary academic support for a number of major state industries, businesses, and occupations through its wide range of degree programs, professional education, and training. Auburn’s impact includes an earning capacity of more than $3.4 billion by Auburn graduates in Alabama.

Why employees choose Auburn: Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more. Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Position Overview

Director, Donor Experience

Requisition Number S1711P

Job Summary

Reporting to the VP for Philanthropy, the Director of Donor Experience provides concierge-like service and planning to create highly personal donor-focused experiences. Utilizing creativity and innovation, this position builds donor loyalty and enhances donor relationships to support Auburn Advancement’s vision of leading and shaping the future of advancement. Facilitates strategic, targeted, and customized engagement experiences for Auburn benefactors and prospective donors. Partnering across Auburn Advancement and Auburn University, collaboratively concepts, plans and implements tailored events and personal experiences to guide, inspire and steward philanthropic investment with a focus on delivering a best-in-class donor experience.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates planning and production of customized benefactor experiences, events, and engagements utilizing all mediums and varied resources.
• Creates remarkable donor experiences to inspire philanthropic investment, illustrates donor impact, and expresses institutional appreciation. Partners with the President’s office, Dean’s offices, various Development Officers, and Advancement offices to create donor experiences.
• Serves as a strategic partner and advocate for fundraisers and benefactors.
• Partners closely with Advancement Events and Engagement to execute donor events and programs.
• Serves as a liaison to Principal Gifts Workgroup (PGW) and Advancement leadership for the production, visioning and implementation of benefactor engagements.
• Utilizes emerging tools, technologies, and partners to deliver industry leading stewardship and donor success.
• Investigates donor relationships, priorities, and gift history to guide and advise teams on custom engagement experiences and plans to include communicating with Development Officers to identify potential relationships at Auburn.

Minimum Education and Experience

·       Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

·       No specific discipline

·       5 Years of Experience

·       Experience in donor stewardship, donor relations, event management and/or alumni engagement. Must have 2 years of experience supervising, mentoring, or leading employees.

·       Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.

·       Indicated experience is required; no substitutions allowed.

·       Knowledge of donor relations or event operations. Ability to communicate effectively, maintain complex scheduling and calendars, strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Knowledge of higher education policies and procedures. Strong knowledge of advancement (fundraising process and alumni engagement), major and annual giving, and development procedures. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Salary Range $68,700 – $114,500

Link to posting: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/29843

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

How To Apply

Link to posting: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/29843