Category: Job Posting

The Organization

About the Council of Michigan Foundations:
The Council of Michigan Foundations is a leadership organization that serves Michigan philanthropy.  CMF seeks a dynamic and engaged individual to help us advance our mission to lead, strengthen and support Michigan’s community.

CMF’s work focuses on emboldening and equipping Michigan philanthropy in the relentless pursuit of equitable systems, fortifying the field through public policy action, fostering the growth of current and future philanthropy leaders, and advancing exemplary philanthropic practices and field expertise. Equity is a pillar of our work, and equity is embedded across our priority pillars of policy, practice, and people.
CMF is a leadership organization driven by our values and the power of people, equipped with deep sector expertise and the ability to anticipate and adapt, ever committed to continuous improvement in support of Michigan philanthropy.

Read more about us at: www.michiganfoundations.org

Follow us on social media @michfoundations.

Position Overview

Position: Director,  Research & Planning

Location: Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison in Lansing, Michigan

Reports to: Foundation Liaison, Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison

Position Summary

Michigan’s nonpartisan Office of Foundation Liaison (OFL) was created in 2003 at the suggestion of Michigan philanthropic leaders and is supported by the government. The office is the first of its kind, a unique state-level partnership between the State of Michigan, the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) and the Foundation Liaison Advisory Committee (FLAC). The work is guided by the mission and goals established by the advisory committee and led by the Foundation Liaison. The newly created director position will work closely with the Foundation Liaison and other members of the team to accomplish the mission of the office through its goals of promoting mutual understanding; serving as a trusted source of data; and facilitating strategic joint investments in three key issue areas with a strong emphasis on social justice and equity for marginalized individuals and communities:

• Strengthening and advancing P-20 education

• Supporting workforce development

• Promoting positive health outcomes

The director will work with the Foundation Liaison to jointly identify opportunities that align with the priorities and within the context of the FLAC approved goals and priorities for the office. The director will also be expected to work closely with the CMF Director of Learning Services and other colleagues to identify opportunities for collaboration with CMF’s network of affinity groups.  The director, with guidance of the Foundation Liaison, will assess available possibilities, refine options, conduct research, plan, convene existing and potential partners, build networks across sectors, and recommend improvements to systems to ensure that more Michigan children and families will thrive.  The director will also work with the Foundation Liaison to promote positive engagement with the Governor’s Office with a specific focus on the Policy team and departmental leadership that aligns with our three issue areas.  The director will be expected to contribute to the overall mission and goals of CMF as appropriate.

This position supervises the program coordinator and may supervise other staff or consultants as assigned.  The director may also represent the office on behalf of the Foundation Liaison as directed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, develop and recommend new ideas and unique models for programming and convening CMF members and state government officials in partnership with CMF, especially the  Learning Services Team with an emphasis on equity and inclusion.

• Promote research and programming that enlightens and encourages excellence in education, health outcomes, and workforce development.

• Support the Foundation Liaison with maintaining positive working relationships with the FLAC, planning committee meetings including developing the agenda.

• Supervise, train, coach, motivate and support the development of the program coordinator.

• Identify opportunities to develop trusting relationships with Executive Office staff to align, engage and partner on the priorities of the Governor’s Office and Michigan philanthropy.

• Support the development and growth of new relationships and partnerships core to the work that result in more inclusion and equity-centered outcomes across state government and within Michigan philanthropy.

• Support communication strategies that promote the positive work of state government, CMF members and the Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison.

• Work collaboratively with CMF Grants Administration and the Foundation Liaison to develop funding proposals, manage contracts and develop written reports.

• Develop an understanding of CMF’s structure, governance, membership and the laws and rules that govern philanthropy and key nonprofit partnering organizations.

• Develop and maintain a current understanding of the structure and key leaders within the Executive branch of Michigan state government.

• Build and maintain a positive, open relationship with the Foundation Liaison to advance the work in service to the Governor’s Office and CMF member organizations.

• All other duties as assigned by the Foundation Liaison.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position

The successful candidate should be a mid-career professional with at least eight years of experience working in the nonprofit, philanthropy, or government sectors with a focus in P-20 education, workforce development or health outcome issues. Seeking candidates with a master’s degree preferred in public or nonprofit administration, public policy, education, health ore related discipline.

• Skills: applied research (evaluation and/or policy research), data analysis (qualitative and quantitative), data reporting, leading the development and execution of plans and initiatives to successfully achieve goals, project management and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Prioritizing work in a fast-faced environment. Experience representing governmental units, nonprofit organizations and/or individuals in public settings and in writing, incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.

• Characteristics: quick learner, self-starter, creative problem solver, organized, detail oriented, appreciates the value of humor and uniqueness of individuals, flexible, demonstrates a commitment to integrity, partnership, collaboration, inclusion, equity, and justice and proven able to infuse these values into daily work as well as well-organized and committed to meeting deadlines. Holds Strong belief in the abilities of all Michigan residents to contribute to thriving vibrant communities given opportunities and access to necessary tools.

• Abilities: works well cooperatively and collaboratively on a small unique team as well as independently; confident facilitator of internal and external meetings, particularly those designed to promote organizational learning. Work in a neutral nonpartisan manner that leads to consensus, work confidentially, manage conflict constructively and successfully, successfully coach and mentor others, prioritize competing demands in a highly time-sensitive environment, quickly identify emergent opportunities.

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability to emerging technology; experience with Salesforce preferred but not required.

• A willingness to travel within the state and out of state to attend meetings and conferences.

Physical and Mental Activities and Requirements:

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel to perform the duties. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk around to perform the duties. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

• The employee may operate any or all of the following: telephone, cellular telephone, copy and fax machine, imaging equipment, computer, and printer.

• This position may require travel by automobile and airplane.

• This position requires the employee to make decisions in a timely manner and anticipate all of the potential ramifications of decisions made.

• The employee must be able to read and interpret documents, understand/follow complex written and oral instructions, be able to express themselves clearly/concisely, perform mathematical functions and handle multiple, concurrent tasks.

• This position requires regular and predictable attendance with flexibility to work both in office and remotely.

How To Apply

The annual salary range for this director position is $82,000 – $95,000. In addition to salary, benefits include health insurance, a 403b plan with contribution matching, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off and other benefits.

Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume to Tammie TenBroeke at jobs@michiganfoundations.org. Items must be received no later than Friday, September 3, 2021.

The Council of Michigan Foundations is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All correspondence will remain confidential.

The Organization

Committed to Justice. Rooted in the South.


Laughing Gull Foundation (LGF) is a progressive family foundation based in Durham, North Carolina. LGF was founded in 2012 and plans to spend out all assets by 2036 in the service of three strategic goals: the advancement in the South of LGBTQ equality, higher education in prison, and climate and environmental justice; the growth of progressive philanthropy in the South; and the sustaining of a vibrant internal learning community. LGF currently grants $4.5 million annually in primarily multi-year, general operating grants, with the aim to reach $6 million a year by 2022 and maintain that pay out level until we complete our work and pass the torch.

To learn more about Laughing Gull Foundation, visit https://www.laughinggull.org.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

The Board of Directors seeks an Executive Director who is an energetic and empathetic leader to guide and manage the next chapter of LGF’s impact. In our first decade, LGF has laid the groundwork for our contributions to social and environmental justice in the South. We have established a strategic plan, grantmaking strategies, internal policies, values-aligned investing, and a fantastic Staff. We have made over $19 million in grants, developed strong relationships and networks, and created an internal culture that is highly relational and intentional. We are poised to take our work to the next level both internally and externally and are looking for the right person to take us there. LGF’s next ED will work out of our newly built-out offices in downtown Durham, North Carolina. They will be a strong internal manager and external organizer. The successful candidate will utilize their high-level leadership, emotional intelligence, and management skills to lead LGF in advancing justice in the South.

Essential Qualifications    

The successful candidate will be an energetic champion of LGF’s vision and goals, and a high functioning capable leader of Staff and Board. They will possess the following essential qualifications:

Strategic Experience and Leadership

• Executive-level leadership experience within the nonprofit sector, with a preference towards experience within philanthropy.
• Extensive knowledge of and/or direct experience granting money. Acute analysis of the philanthropic sector, specifically in the South.
• Deep knowledge of racial equity and social justice principles and practices, with experience in organizational implementation.

Internal Organizational Leadership

• Demonstrated ability to provide thought leadership, and to inspire and motivate Staff and Board members.
• Proven management, planning, administrative, and supervisory skills, particularly with a small team of under 10 Staff members.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors, and an understanding of the unique qualities of a family foundation.

Financial Leadership

• Experience developing and monitoring an annual budget of $5+M in operations and grants.
• Experience overseeing the financial systems of a nonprofit organization.

Programmatic Leadership

• Successful experience implementing and reviewing programmatic, ideally grantmaking, strategies.
• High-level skills in, and enjoyment of, building working relationships with a broad range of leaders and organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to build and engage in collaborative partnerships.

Personal Qualities

• Lived experience of the issues LGF addresses, and of the South.
• Ability to lead with empathy and compassion.
• Positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Patience and commitment to see work through that is long-term by nature.
• Relationship-focused with the courage to lead and push boundaries on issues critical to LGF.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. An active listener.
• Highly motivated, organized, creative, self-directed, and flexible.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for the Executive Director position is $170,000 – $190,000, along with a robust and competitive benefits package.

How To Apply

Laughing Gull Foundation has retained Morten Group, LLC to conduct this search.

Applicants should email a cover letter and resume in PDF format to executivesearch@mortengroup.com with the subject line “Laughing Gull Foundation – Executive Director Search.” Cover letters will be evaluated as a writing sample and should include the applicant’s salary requirements. Application materials must be directed to the email address above. No phone calls, please. For best consideration, applications should be received by Monday, September 20, 2021. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Organization

The Skoll Foundation seeks to catalyze transformational social change by investing in, connecting, and championing social entrepreneurs and other social innovators who together advance bold and equitable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems.

Position Overview

The Skoll Foundation is seeking a Chief Brand and Communications Officer to develop and execute the Foundation’s communications, marketing and branding strategies, harnessing and deploying the Foundation’s platform and assets to drive transformation change and support grantees in reaching their goals.

How To Apply

The Skoll Foundation has exclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit https://the360group.us/SF_CBCO_PD.pdf  to review the complete position description, which includes detailed application instructions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; earlier applicants may receive priority consideration. To be considered, The 360 Group encourages all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

The Organization

International hotelier Conrad N. Hilton established the grantmaking foundation that bears his name in 1944 to help people living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage worldwide. Today, the work continues, concentrating on efforts to improve early childhood development outcomes, support older youth as they transition from foster care, ensure opportunity youth can access career pathways, prevent homelessness, identify solutions to safe-water access, help integrate refugees into society and lift the work of Catholic sisters. Additionally, following selection by an independent, international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2.5 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to an organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. The Foundation is one of the world’s largest, with assets recently growing to approximately $7.5 billion. It has awarded grants to date totaling more than $2 billion, $207 million worldwide in 2020. Please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org for more information.

Job Summary

The Director of Communications is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the Foundation’s internal, external and program-related communications efforts in a highly interactive and collaborative team environment.

In these efforts, the Director will work effectively with internal stakeholders including leadership, the board of directors, and program teams; and external stakeholders including grantee organizations, the media, peer funders, policymakers to advance the goals and the mission of the Hilton Foundation and its partners.

The position reports to the Vice President, Partnerships, Advocacy, and Communications and oversees a staff of four, including a senior communications manager, an internal communications manager, a digital and creative manager, and a senior communications coordinator.

Responsibilities

Communications Strategy:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the Foundation’s strategic internal, external, executive and program-related communications plans
• Expand capacity for program-related communications by implementing and executing a strategy to support the communications needs for each of the Foundation’s program areas
• Ensure the Foundation’s vision, mission, strategic framework, and core activities are effectively communicated to relevant and specified audiences
• Work collaboratively with Foundation staff to effectively promote all Foundation-supported and funded activities and products to relevant audiences through appropriate communications channels
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate all aspects of the development of the Foundation’s new website based on a novel approach to build the site from the perspective of people in the communities we serve
• Increase visibility of the Foundation’s efforts through effective media presence, working with global, national, regional, and trade media covering issues important to the foundation
• Increase the Foundation’s public presence by proactively seeking out and assisting in the development and preparation of opportunities for the President/CEO and appropriate Foundation staff to represent the Foundation externally through speaking engagements, press appearances, conferences, and others

Internal and External Partnerships and Communication:

• Serve as a key advisor to program teams on media grants, advocacy communications plans and tactics, agenda-setting activities, convening, and narrative shaping. Creatively contribute to communications-related grantmaking with both the program and partnership teams
• Collaborate on and support the Foundation ethical image, narrative and storytelling work as well as its branding efforts
• Ensure internal/external communications alignment
• Ensure consistency of communication processes and branding of Foundation products by maintaining a comprehensive infrastructure for internal communication activities, including guidelines, protocols, and procedures for responding to and handling media inquiries, the creation and circulation of internal and external communication materials, style and formatting consistency for written materials, and approval processes
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with the Foundation staff and with relevant external individuals and groups and collaborate with other philanthropic and nonprofit organizations. Attend conferences to gain additional knowledge for the Foundation to keep up to date on Communication trends and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-function departments on special projects or organization initiatives as needed. Represents the Foundation at work engagements when needed. Identify and coordinate external communications opportunities for Foundation senior leadership

Leadership and Management:

• Effectively manage direct reports and provides mentorship in developing professionally
• Proactively address performance issues through timely constructive feedback and coaching
• Build collaborative and positive working relationships and effective communication channels with team members and staff
• Lead in the establishment, delivery, and accountability for team goals as well as for management of the staff members within the team
• Build a successful team and organizational culture
• Contribute to successful team functioning by accomplishing the above and other related results in a highly integrated team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
• At least ten years experience in planning, implementing, managing, and evaluating strategic communication and media campaigns
• Ability and desire to work as a member of a highly interactive team, including effectively supervising direct reports
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to build and facilitate good working relationships with staff at all levels
  in the Foundation and external stakeholders
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills with strong attention to detail and focus on a message-oriented approach
• Extensive experience with media relations, including interactions with both seasoned reporters covering complex issues related to the work of the Foundation and its external stakeholders
• Outstanding strategic thinking, planning and communications skills, and must be an innovative thought and action leader
• Substantive experience working on social issues, branding/positioning, media relations and public policy-related communications strategies
• Ability to communicate about complex topics effectively, as well as programmatic activities commissioned by the Foundation and a passion for the mission of the Foundation is essential
• Demonstrated ability to establish strategy, develop work plans, multi-task, and deliver quality work on time and within budgetary guidelines. Strong sense of priorities and objectives and a conscientious approach to problem identification and resolution
• Demonstrated technology savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office, social media applications and analytics, Internet research, and web development and management tools. Knowledge of Drupal content management system, InDesign, Adobe suite, email marketing, and webinar conferencing systems is highly desirable
• Understanding of global development and/or U.S. policy and practice environment highly desirable

Desired

• Master’s Degree Preferred

About our Benefits

We value the health and well-being of our employees, some of the benefits we offer include:

• Comprehensive and generous health and life insurance options
• Relocation pay
• Fitness benefits
• Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave
• Flexible work schedules and technology benefits
• Foundation-funded retirement savings plan
• Professional learning and development and educational assistance
• Employee matching gifts to qualified non-profit organizations

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is an equal opportunity employer with values grounded in promoting equality and inclusion and embracing diversity. We welcome qualified applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, sexual orientations, economic classes, ages, religions, national origins, and ability/disability statuses. Veterans and individuals with lived expertise are encouraged to apply. We respect and seek to empower every member of our Foundation community. We support and celebrate our collective array of cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, skills and experiences; fully realizing that such diversity is what makes our organization flourish and better enables us to fulfill our mission in the world.

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Position Overview

The Director of Communications is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the Foundations internal, external and program-related communications efforts in a highly interactive and collaborative team environment.

How To Apply

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The Organization

WPA is the nation’s first organization for women impacted by incarceration.

Our approach is personal. We address the root causes of systems involvement, know the data, and are focused on the needs and nuances of individuals.

We believe women are the experts in their own lives. We partner with women to use our collective voice and experience to drive change that positively impacts families, communities, and society.

We envision a society where our reliance on incarceration has been replaced by constructive, community-driven responses.

Position Overview

The Senior Managing Director of Development and External Affairs oversees the revenue strategy and external affairs for WPA, leading a high-performing team to sustain and grow public and private funding. A key member of the Executive Team, the Senior Managing Director of Development and External Affairs works closely with the Executive Team to build a culture of philanthropy across the organization and to raise WPA’s public portfolio. The ideal candidate has experience in frontline fundraising (with an emphasis on major gifts), communications and marketing, and government contracts.

The Senior Managing Director of Development and External Affairs reports to the Interim Executive Director. Reporting to the Senior Managing Director of Development and External Affairs is a team of seven with four direct reports. The Senior Managing Director of Development and External Affairs works closely with the Interim Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities: 

Strategy and Leadership

• Develop a comprehensive fundraising plan to generate increased support for WPA’s annual budget, strategic plan initiatives, and long-term sustainability.
• Oversee all aspects of fundraising, including government grants, foundation grants, corporate partnerships, annual giving, individual giving, and events.
• Create an action plan to effectively draw down on existing government contracts and develop a process for evaluating the profitability of future RFPs.
• Provide mentorship and leadership for the department by creating annual individual and team-wide goals, collaborating on professional development plans, and fostering a cooperative environment.
• Analyze all department practices with an anti-racist and anti-oppressive lens and provide suggestions for equity-centered fundraising.

Frontline Fundraising

• Cultivate and steward a portfolio of major donors (including the Board of Directors), as well as identifying and pursuing new prospective major donors.
• Serve as the strategy lead and project manager for WPA’s in-person special events.
• Expand digital fundraising efforts and find new ways to bring individual prospects to WPA.

External Affairs

• Drive communications strategy that centers the voices of women with lived experience.
• Supervise the Manager of Media Relations to proactively seek earned media opportunities that position WPA as an expert leader.
• Build on WPA’s successful 2020 rebrand by rolling out story development and internal ambassador workshops with key staff, Board of Directors, and junior board.
• Create and deliver compelling messages designed to engage new and diverse supporters.

Partnership and Collaboration

• Partner with the Finance team to build budgets, manage contract payments, and track spending across the organization.
• Support the Board Development Committee providing structure, meeting leadership, and activity oversight.
• With the Interim Executive Director, engage board members in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of donor prospects.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated track record of success in a development leadership role.
• Experience working within a social justice and/or human services organization.
• Deep knowledge of the New York City government and philanthropic communities.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with experience in anti-racism work.
• A passion for WPA’s unique mission and history.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with an ability to convey difficult subject matter in a compelling, powerful way.
• Exceptional judgment, character, and integrity.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and follow-up skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.

The expected salary range for this position is $120K-$130K. WPA offers a competitive benefits package and generous time off policy, including medical, dental and vision insurance; pre-tax parking and transit benefits; and a time off policy including personal days and floating holidays.

To apply, please click below and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

How To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@wpaonline.org and include “Senior Managing Director of Development and External Affairs” in the subject line of your email. EOE

The Organization

About Humanity United

Humanity United (HU) is a foundation dedicated to cultivating the conditions for enduring freedom and peace. We support and build efforts to transform the systems that contribute to human exploitation and violent conflict. HU is part of The Omidyar Group, a diverse collection of organizations, each guided by its own approach, but united by a common desire to catalyze social impact.

Humanity United (HU) is a foundation dedicated to cultivating the conditions for enduring freedom and peace. We support and build efforts to transform the systems that contribute to human exploitation and violent conflict. HU is part of The Omidyar Group, a diverse collection of organizations, each guided by its own approach, but united by a common desire to catalyze social impact.

We encourage all candidates to learn about our organizational values on our website.

Position Overview

Humanity United (HU) is seeking a highly self-motivated, creative, adaptable, and organized Associate, who will serve as an integral member of HU’s Strategy, Learning and Impact department. We’re looking to add a new team member who has passion for the field of learning and measurement in human rights or international development.

The successful candidate will bring excellent organizational and project management skills; experience with research and evaluation (particularly emergent and adaptive approaches); the ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources; strong writing and communication skills; a learning mindset; and will be a creative problem solver who can work independently and as part of a team.

This is a full-time, exempt role, reporting to the Director of Strategy, Learning and Impact. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all HU staff are working from home. As our offices reopen, returns will be on an opt-in and gradual basis. During 2021, this role can be based anywhere in the US. From January 2022 onwards, we are open to either a San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC location.

Core Job Responsibilities

Support learning and impact processes for portfolio teams:

• Support research needs both on monitoring, evaluation & learning (MEL) & program specific data & metrics.
• Manage grants administration and provide support for a grantee capacity building fund.
• Support design of improvements to grantee-level data collection process and system.
• Support on survey management, execution & analysis.
• Support functional/operational team learning processes and activities.

Support SL&I team learning, operations and communications

• Draft team’s org-wide newsletter and communications.
• Manage subscriptions (e.g. MURAL & Kumu) and support development of facilitation tools & templates (e.g. Mural UI and foresight materials)
• Maintain a knowledge management platform for SL&I team.
• Support the team’s scheduling, investments and contracting needs.
• Contribute to org-wide Knowledge Management system transition.
• Support the release of strategy practice toolkit editions, including editing and project management with contractor.
• Support team and internal client meetings by reporting out on workstreams and capturing key take-aways.
• Manage timeline of team’s deliverables and approval processes for key projects.
• Help plan and manage logistics for team retreats and brownbag sessions.
• Support team preparation for Board meetings.

Support cross-organizational learning

• Manages planning, implementation, logistics and follow up for HU’s annual org-wide learning meetings.
• Partner with communications team to integrate accurate and compelling data into key communications messages.
• Research new approaches and tools and engage academic and research partners in order to help HU continually learn and benefit from the newest evidence. Attend relevant conferences and bring learnings back to the organization.
• Contribute to developing and implementing strategy, evaluation & learning training for staff.
• Promote a culture of reflection, learning, and data-based decision making.
• Reflect HU’s approach to strategy, learning, and impact with the broader Omidyar Group of organizations. Participate in The Omidyar Group’s Learning & Impact practitioner group.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Desired knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Commitment to HU’s mission and core values (including Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice).
• Excellent project management skills.
• “Roll up the sleeves” approach, deep sense of curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Experience with social impact measurement, with demonstrated experience in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, tool design, validation, and data analysis (Bonus if this experience occurred in the human rights, peacebuilding, human trafficking, labor migration, or comparable fields.)
• Grantmaking exposure, ideally with experience in grants administration
• Strong problem-solving skills combined with the ability to adapt in response to opportunities and challenges.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, relationship-building and influencing skills (i.e. ability to listen as well as persuade) to enable effective collaboration across multiple functions and geographies.
• High tolerance for ambiguity, and ability to adapt to changing priorities, strategic frameworks and definitions of success.
• The right to work in the United States

It’s a bonus if you bring:

• Client service attitude
• Direct lived experience of the issues we work on.
• Exposure to systems thinking and complexity science
• Experience working in a distributed team
• Prior work in a non-profit or philanthropic environment
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed (10% – 20%), once safe to travel post-COVID.

We encourage applicants lacking formal or direct experience to describe how their background has served as preparation for this role.

Humanity United believes that diversity, equity and inclusion make us more successful in our work, and we are able to grow and learn better together when our team is diverse and representative of the communities we serve. We are actively engaged in a formal DEIJ journey as an organization, and expect that prospective employees are enthusiastic about advancing these goals.

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and staff. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, class, religion, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status and any other characteristics protected by law. We strongly encourage applications from people with historically under-represented identities or who are members of marginalized communities.

HU is proud to offer an inclusive and comprehensive benefits package to accommodate a diversity of needs and life circumstances and to accommodate staff at all life stages with flexible and supportive benefits.

In addition to full benefits, this role offers a competitive salary which we are happy to share on request. We will also share with all first-round interview candidates. We will not ask what you are currently earning or for any other details of your salary history.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to fully access our benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation, or describe your needs in your application.

How To Apply

Please apply on our careers page with your resume and cover letter.

The Organization

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

Position Overview

Senior Assistant, Running Programs

Job ID: 24785
Location: 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445
Category: Development/Fundraising
Employment Type: Full time

Overview
This position is remote through early September. Effective Monday, September 13th, this position is considered remote, up to 1 day in the office at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Rhode Island.

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Dana-Farber Running Programs (RP) manages fundraising and training programs for individuals and teams in conjunction with several major road races. Current programs are the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge (DFMC), B.A.A. Half Marathon, Falmouth Road Race, B.A.A. 5K, and Run Any Race, with event virtualizations and schedule shifts in effect for FY21 and into FY22. The feasibility of the Jimmy Fund 5K & Fun Run will be assessed for FY22 and beyond.

The Running Programs Senior Assistant is an integral member of a seven-person team of professionals responsible for raising funds through running and endurance athletics to advance the mission of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute & The Jimmy Fund. The position involves extensive interaction with RP and Division of Philanthropy colleagues and external constituents to achieve RP’s fundraising goal of $4.05 million in FY21. The Senior Assistant provides administrative support to the Assistant Vice President, plays a key role in DFMC logistics, and performs additional responsibilities in support of other RP programs and projects. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Revenue

• Support the Assistant Vice President and colleagues in raising RP’s FY21 revenue goal of $4.05 million.

• Individually generate $378K through DFMC ($306K), Falmouth ($67K), and Boston 10K for Women ($5K).

Collaboration/Administration

• Email/Hotline – Provide primary coverage of RP’s DFMC general inbox and secondary coverage as needed of RP’s Run for Dana-Farber inbox and phone hotline.

• Matching Gifts – Process matching gifts and field matching gift inquiries for DFMC.

• Purchasing – Handle purchase orders, invoices, reimbursements, and corporate card and expense reconciliation. Manage inventory and warehouse/fulfillment house contracts. Place orders for fundraising program/office supplies. Track expenses for Cost of Funds Raised projects and reconcile monthly expense reports.

• Staff Meetings – Schedule rooms, send invitations, coordinate arrangements, and compile reports.

• Administrative Reports – Compile weekly registration and revenue statistics. Assist with RP submission to

• Calendars – Submit entries and revisions for Division-wide events and Institute leadership.

• Gift Processing – Deposit gifts and handle participant/donor inquiries, gift acknowledgments, GARTs, and lockbox courier for DFMC general mailbox.

• Mailings – Serve as CFS liaison and provide administrative direction to CFS fulfillment house.

• Honor Roll – Work with Donor Relations to pull lists and make edits.

• Weekly Division Updates email. Track and report on DFCI Trustee and Women Faculty involvement.

• Annual Planning – Assist with budget, operating plan, mid-course correction, year-end report, and other yearly/cyclical processes.

• Division Reception – Cover Division of Philanthropy reception desk as needed.

• Division Support – Perform tasks and projects for the Division of Philanthropy as needed.

Prospect/Participant Support

• Fundraiser Liaison – Assist with DFMC, Falmouth, and other programs as needed, including but not limited to:

o Team member registration

o Team member outreach

o Fundraising support and contribution deposits

o Content creation/posting and team resource maintenance

• Team Member Recruitment and Registration – Assist with DFMC application and team selection logistics.

• Prospect Reports – Assist with preparation and distribution, including materials for DFCI Trustee Delores Barr Weaver (annual DFMC event summary and Barr Program financials).

• Prospect Outreach – Conduct and record 16 donor visits.

Event Management

• Team Meetings – Oversee planning and logistics for DFMC in-person and/or virtual team meetings.

• Group Runs – Prepare supplies and recruit volunteers for DFMC weekend training runs.

• Boston Marathon Weekend – Assist with DFMC’s extensive preparations, activities, and event logistics during the five-day event period (traditionally the third weekend in April), with on-site attendance required.

• Boston 10K for Women – Serve as staff lead to the team.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reports to Assistant Vice President, Running Programs. This individual will seek major decision-making authority from supervisor. Excellent judgment and independent decision-making on day-to-day tasks are required for dealing with prospects, including event participants and volunteers, donors, Institute trustees, and senior staff and other colleagues. Extreme sensitivity needed when handling confidential information.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required with 1-3 years’ experience in customer service and/or event coordination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills; possess the ability to work well with all DFCI Departments and donor constituencies of all levels; juggle multiple projects; and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.

This position will evaluate current programs and create and execute approved plans to expand and diversify the donors and participants for the events assigned in order to broaden our donor base and create even more inclusive events. Experience with diverse donors is a plus.

PATIENT CONTACT:

Interaction with patients as event participants and/or presenters/attendees at events.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Remote work flexibility (up to one day in the office each week). Some evening or weekend work may be required.

DIVISION OF PHILANTHROPY INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, & EQUITY COMMITMENT STATEMENT:

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

DFCI DISCLAIMER:

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

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

DFCI offers a competitive benefits package including generous healthcare and retirement plans, at minimum 3-weeks’ vacation time in addition to 9 paid holidays, a flexible work environment, and work/life balance. We also provide an array of professional development opportunities.*

*All benefits subject to Institute changes

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

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

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

How To Apply

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Resume and cover letter required with application submission.

To apply, visit:https://careers.dana-farber.org/job/senior-assistant-running-programs-development-fundraising-brookline-ma-24785/.

The Organization

The Colorado Trust
The Colorado Trust is a grantmaking foundation dedicated to ensuring all Coloradans have the opportunity to thrive. When the nonprofit PSL Healthcare Corporation was sold to a for-profit organization in 1985, the proceeds of the sale were used to create The Colorado Trust. Since then, The Colorado Trust has provided funding and resources to people and organizations across Colorado that are working to make positive changes in their communities. We work side by side with Coloradans, including people who have been left out of decision-making and are directly impacted by hardships. The Colorado Trust also provides grants and support to organizations advocating for local and statewide policies that have a positive impact on people’s well-being.

The Colorado Trust strives to maintain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

General Description

The content manager & videographer works with the vice president of communications and other colleagues to implement The Colorado Trust’s annual communications strategies and tactics. The content manager & videographer is responsible for managing public-facing Colorado Trust content, including on social media platforms; creating original video content highlighting the efforts and achievements of The Colorado Trust’s grantees and community member teams; and providing editorial support for The Colorado Trust’s original stories on health equity issues. The content manager & videographer also provides internal communications support to colleagues related to The Colorado Trust’s grant funding areas and strategies.

This position is hybrid remote/in-person, with a physical presence in The Trust’s Denver offices expected approximately two days per week (subject to change). This position also requires travel within Colorado 25-50% of the time, including occasional evening or weekend work. The content manager & videographer reports to the vice president of communications, and serves as an employee at will of The Colorado Trust.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of communications strategies and tactics at the direction of the vice president of communications
• reate original video content highlighting the efforts and achievements of Colorado Trust grantees, community member teams and other partners/stakeholders, including all aspects of video production from start to finish
• Manage day-to-day monitoring and posting to Colorado Trust social media channels; create recurring or prescheduled social media campaigns and content as needed
• Assist the vice president of communications with editing written content for Colorado Trust materials and original stories
• Work with the vice president of communications to provide internal and external communications capacity building, training and technical assistance; serve as a communications liaison with grantees as needed
• Work collaboratively with The Colorado Trust’s Grants Department staff to identify and implement communication opportunities for grantmaking strategies
• Work collaboratively with The Colorado Trust’s Research, Evaluation & Strategic Learning Department staff to publish and disseminate evaluation findings to external audiences
• Assist the vice president of communications with maintaining positive relationships with members of the news media
• Proactively encourage iteration and evolution among Colorado Trust content strategies and materials
• Interact with other foundations, nonprofit organizations, partners and stakeholders to further the mission of The Colorado Trust
• Act as a point of contact for writers, consultants and other vendors as needed
• Travel statewide required 25-50% of the time; may include evening or weekend work
• Maintain confidentiality with respect to the business and affairs of The Colorado Trust and those with whom it has relationships
• Participate in internal Trust committees and teams as requested
• Participate in staff trainings and other efforts intended to improve The Colorado Trust’s alignment with our values of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Perform other duties as assigned by the vice president of communications.

Supervisor Relationship
The person designated to provide supervision of the content manager & videographer is the vice president of communications.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of professional experience in videography, communications, journalism or related field(s)
• Experience with all aspects of video creation and production, including preproduction, scripts, filming, rough cuts, audio mixing, color correction and related tasks
• A design portfolio of work that demonstrates strong video and graphic design capabilities and experience
• Excellent computer skills, including a high level of proficiency with professional video-editing software; a high level of proficiency with all Adobe Creative Suite applications; and proficiency with all Microsoft applications
• Experience managing social media accounts and channels at an organizational level, including campaign and post creation, scheduling and more
• Familiarity or direct experience with community organizing strategies and tactics is preferred
• Ability to distill complex ideas into simple, understandable communications, especially via video and for diverse audiences
• Proven ability to effectively communicate in a timely manner and a variety of formats
• Experience with writing and editing, and an interest and willingness to grow these skills
• Knowledge of AP style is preferred
• Proficiency in Spanish (both written and oral) is preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with members of the news media
• Ability to work autonomously and independently supervise projects
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple competing deadlines
• Knowledge of or familiarity with the Colorado health, social justice and equity landscape
• Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for The Colorado Trust’s health equity vision and its mission of advancing the health and well-being of the people of Colorado
• Personal and professional commitment to issues of community, diversity, racial justice, equity, integrity and fairness
• Curiosity and a willingness to experiment, reflect and learn
• Comfort with collaborative decision-making processes
• Knowing when you need help, and feeling comfortable asking for help
• Patience, flexibility, and a commitment to honesty and transparency
• Ongoing commitment to improving skills and knowledge acquisition.

Salary Range
$85,500 annually. The Colorado Trust offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, retirement plan, group life insurance and paid time off.

To Apply
Please apply via The Colorado Trust’s online application system. Registration is not necessary to use this system. Document uploads maybe required. The application system is currently only available in English; applicants who prefer to apply in Spanish may apply via email if needed. All other applications must be received via the online application system. Please contact us with any questions you may have.

The deadline to apply for this position is 5 p.m. MST on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021.

The Colorado Trust seeks talented, team-oriented individuals, dedicated to our goal of advancing the health and well-being of the people of Colorado. Additionally, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome a diversity of perspectives and experiences among our staff. For more information, please visit www.coloradotrust.org.

The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

Position Overview

About the American Cities Program

The American Cities Program is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working proactively to advance the resurgence and revitalization of cities across America. The program is an on-the-ground practice that seeks to surface, seed, and scale new and/or effective approaches to community development which drive lasting and shared prosperity, promote equity and expand opportunity for people with low income.

The program’s priorities include:

•             Stewarding the foundation’s deep, place-based grantmaking in Memphis, New Orleans, Fresno, and a growing number of other cities;

•             Supporting national community development organizations and multi-city initiatives designing innovative solutions for equitable revitalization in cities across the country; and

•             Fostering cross-city exchange of knowledge between community development practitioners        through research, publications, and convenings.

About the position

The American Cities Fellow will be responsible for supporting the implementation of a program strategy that builds upon the foundation’s experience working nationally and on-the-ground in Detroit to strengthen the social, economic, cultural, and physical fabric of other cities. The work is rooted in increasing socioeconomic mobility and addressing the systemic inequities in our society. The Fellow will work alongside the team’s Program Officers to review grant requests, help manage and learn from relationships with grantee partners, conduct analysis and qualitative research to inform the team’s strategies to address inequity, project manage the Program’s key grantmaking and convening initiatives, and lead team operations associated with advancing the Program’s strategic priorities.

The fellowship is a limited-term two-year appointment, with the possibility of a third year,   and is open to those who have completed a minimum of bachelor’s level training and at least two to three years of professional experience.  The fellow will gain insight into the social sector, philanthropy, community and economic development, community organizing and cross-sector strategies to advance racial equity.

Primary responsibilities

Grantmaking and Relationship Management

·       Assists in the team’s review of grant requests, preparation of grant recommendations, and management of its portfolio of grants in service to the program’s objectives.

·       In partnership with the Program Officer, actively participates in deepening grantee-partner engagement and relationships.

·       Provides grantee partners with resources including connections to technical assistance and non-financial resources, with a focus on cross-city exchange.

·       Plans, travels to and participates in conferences, convenings and site visits with grantees and funding partners.

Research and Analysis

·       Conducts qualitative research and analysis to identify insights and inform team initiatives and overall strategy in neighborhoods, cities, and national community development.

·       Synthesizes reports from grantee-partners to identify key lessons that should be shared with the field and applied to team strategies.

·       Makes strategic recommendations based on research, synthesis and analysis.

Project Management

·       Provides project coordination support and manages day-to-day operations of grantmaking initiatives such as Shared Prosperity Partnership and Kresge Innovative Projects: Memphis.

Team Operations

·       Coordinates and facilitates key internal team processes such as strategy and initiative development, goal/objective setting, , budgeting and work planning.

·       Develops agendas for and facilitates team meetings.

·       Prepares key materials for presentations and meetings.

·       Develops clear, concise written communications (including memos, briefs and presentations) for a range of audiences including foundation leadership and its board of directors.

Other

·       Shares collective responsibility for achieving strategic objectives in cities.

·       Conducts special projects as requested.

·       Demonstrates a strong commitment to the foundation’s mission and values and demonstrates that commitment in daily interactions

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant or related fields is required.

·       At least two to three years of full-time work experience.

·       Previous experience in consulting, analysis, project management, strategy or operations (for-profit, non-profit or public sector) is preferred.

·       Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

·       Strong, demonstrated project-management skills.

·       Strong team orientation, including the ability to collaborate effectively within and across teams and departments to reach common goals.

·       A learning orientation that enables one to recognize patterns, identify key lessons and develop creative solutions.

·       A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

·       Willing to travel in a Post-COVID environment. Local, regional and national travel requirements vary by quarter.

·       Ability to master a diverse workload.

The Kresge Foundation offers a generous relocation program for qualifying applicants.

How To Apply

Application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on September 3, 2021.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=344070&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Organization

Wofford College, consistently ranked one of the country’s top 70 liberal arts colleges and one of the few with a highly competitive Division I athletics program, seeks an exceptional leader as its next Vice President for Advancement (VPA). A strategic partner to the college’s President and the Board of Trustees, this seasoned professional will be a leader of an already accomplished advancement effort and a vital member of the President’s highly collaborative and collegial Cabinet.

Established in 1854, Wofford College is an independent liberal arts college in Spartanburg, S.C., affiliated with the United Methodist Church. It offers bachelor’s degrees in 27 major fields of study and is well known for its programs leading to graduate and professional studies (medicine and other health professions, law, commerce and advanced graduate study across academic disciplines). The college is committed to providing a superior liberal arts education that prepares its students for extraordinary and positive contributions to a global society. Wofford’s mission is focused on excellence in character, performance, leadership, service to others and lifelong learning. Wofford strives for sustainability in all aspects of college life through respect for the environment and through the college’s core values.

Position Overview

The Vice President for Advancement, reporting directly to President Nayef Samhat, has oversight responsibility for all staff and activities involved with fundraising to support the programs of the college, including annual, planned and capital giving. The Advancement portfolio also includes all activities designed to engage alumni, parents, corporations, foundations and other individual friends in support of the college and in the building, cultivation and nurturing of those relationships essential for fundraising success. Overall, the VPA and Advancement staff will partner with leadership, faculty and other divisions of the college in carrying out the college’s mission. This Vice President will also serve as the main liaison with the Committee on Advancement of the Board of Trustees.

The next Vice President of Advancement will join Wofford at a critical time in its history. The college has just concluded the most successful campaign in its history. Beginning with a goal of $300 million, Wofford ended the campaign at more than $470 million. Anchored by several transformational gifts from alumnus Jerry Richardson ’59, this groundbreaking fundraising effort has provided both current stability and a bright future for Wofford. While Wofford faces similar challenges as other liberal arts colleges in the U.S., the college has enjoyed a steep upward trajectory over the past two decades and seeks to continue this momentum.

The Vice President for Advancement will be vital to this effort. Wofford aspires to a state-of-the-art, best practices advancement program that is productive across the donor pyramid and in the long term. The VPA will create and execute a plan to build on Wofford’s most recent successes and lead the team to higher productivity through the development of deep relationships with constituents of means and with the entire alumni population. Additional information about this position, including a Leadership Profile can be found at www.wittkieffer.com

How To Apply

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile.

WittKieffer is assisting Wofford College in this search, which will remain open until an appointment is made.

Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal.

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to:

Greg Duyck and Ashlee Winters
WoffordVPAdv@wittkieffer.com

Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty, and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws.