Category: Job Posting

Reports To:  President and CEO

Employment Status:  Exempt Employee, Full-Time

Supervises: Director of Communications and Marketing, Director of Development, Director of Membership and External Affairs Associate

Key Outside Relationships: ABFE Individual and Institutional Members, Donors, Board Members, allied organizations and individuals, clients program clients and vendors

Salary: $150,000

The Organization

ABFE is a membership-based philanthropic organization that advocates for responsive and transformative investments in Black communities. Partnering with foundations, nonprofits and individuals, ABFE provides its members with professional development and technical assistance resources that further the philanthropic sector’s connection and responsiveness to issues of equality, diversity and inclusion. Established in 1971 as the Association of Black Foundation Executives, the all-volunteer organization was credited with many of philanthropy’s early gains in diversity. It since has evolved into a fully staffed, influential network. In 2013, the organization shed its descriptor and adopted the simpler ABFE (ab-fee) to better reflect its broadening membership.www.abfe.org

Position Overview

The Vice President for External Affairs will advance ABFE’s mission by increasing the reach and impact of ABFE’s work: enhancing its overall reputation for excellence and expertise, strengthening relationships with key audiences and partners, raising the visibility of ABFE’s leaders and experts and shaping ABFE’s public image.

The Vice President is a member of the senior leadership team and reports to the President/CEO. The Vice President oversees a team of four or five staff members responsible for essential strategic functions, including communications and marketing, development, and membership.

Immediate Priorities:

• Thoroughly understand the organization’s history and culture; board, staff, membership, finances, funding, and programs.
• Identify the organization’s critical marketing and branding “gaps” toward understanding the essential components required to develop a high-level external relations and communications strategy.
• Assess and execute opportunities for membership expansion in key areas of interest (e.g., corporate philanthropy, Black philanthropy).
• Establish collaborative working relationships with the organization’s leaders, staff, and constituencies; foster and sustain a culture of cooperation, trust, communication, mutual support, teamwork, and integrity.
• Be the driving force for all diversified, unique, and creative fundraising while in collaboration with board members and staff; establish professional relationships with individual donors, foundations, government, and business funders and key members of the press.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all aspects of the department’s work are designed, budgeted, organized, and staffed to achieve maximum success.
• · Manage and recruit a high-functioning team to further the work of communications and marketing, development, membership, and ABFE’s overall mission.
• · Supervise external affairs staff and manage the day-to-day activities of the team.
• ·Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• · Create an accountability program that motivates and mentors a team of independent managers to deliver the highest quality work to advance the mission.

Membership:

• In conjunction with the Director of Membership, manage the membership database and extract relevant data toward understanding membership growth potential, while taking inventory of outstanding data needs.
• Build out a data-driven quality control program to ensure that the membership data analysis informs programmatic, fundraising, and communications directions.
• Scale current technologies that contribute to innovations in the service delivery models that drive the organization’s growth.

Development:

• Serve as chief development officer.
• In conjunction with the Director of Development, drive fundraising solicitations, expand networks and strengthen partnerships, especially with major private foundations and corporate philanthropy.
• Develop and implement strategies to build on ABFE’s successful fundraising track record by ensuring diverse revenue streams, including individual major gifts, foundations and corporations, mail and online programs, planned giving, and international fundraising opportunities, as appropriate.
• Set annual and long-term goals for increasing revenues for the organization’s overall programs.
• Generate increased revenue from both existing donors and maintain and grow a robust pipeline of prospective donors.

Communications and Marketing:

• Serve as the senior strategic advisor and lead on communications and marketing initiatives to the President.
•  In conjunction with the Director of Communications and Marketing, raise the profile of ABFE through traditional news media, public events, social media, and other communications outlets, as well as public outreach.
• Oversee and update ABFE’s branding, public outreach materials, and graphic standards.
• Strengthen and deepen the connections to key audiences, including national and regional collaborators, members, partners, local community, foundations, and nonprofit public and develop and lead efforts to expand ABFE’s reach to new strategic audiences.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for ABFE’s mission;

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field is required.

Minimum ten years of relevant experience in communications and marketing, development, and member services, preferably in the nonprofit sector with advocacy or racial and social justice organizations.

Exceptional written, interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to a high level of customer service.

Ability to manage multiple high-stake initiatives using effective project management skills;

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines, demonstrating a flexible approach.

How To Apply
Please submit resume and cover letter to hiring@abfe.org by September,2020.

The Organization

About the Department:
The Conservation and Science Program is focused on the challenge of sustainability, finding development paths that meet human needs while protecting and restoring the ecological systems upon which all life depends. We invest in action and ideas that conserve and restore ecosystems while enhancing human well-being. Within the Conservation and Science Program, the climate team focuses on strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions resulting from deforestation (particularly in Indonesia) and from the use of bioenergy.  The climate team also supports work on energy-related emission reductions in the U.S. and China through regranting partners.

Position Overview

About the Role:
The Program Associate is responsible for the operations and administration for an important piece of our climate grantmaking in close collaboration with the climate strategy Program Officers, other Foundation staff, and our grantees.

This position reports to the Program Operations Manager and joins a team of passionate individuals committed to developing effective processes and strong, trust-based partnerships, to ultimately support the needs of our grantees. Initially the role may start remotely, but will require working onsite at the Foundation offices in downtown Los Altos, California once the Foundation offices reopen.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

Grants Management & Grantee Support

• Build strong relationships with grantees to support the creation and submission of grant proposals and required information, following Foundation guidelines, processes, and requirements, and working collaboratively to resolve issues as they arise
• Process grants through their full lifecycle, including creating, maintaining, and updating electronic grant files according to Foundation legal and financial requirements
• Facilitate the development and management of strategy grant & operations budgets; track meeting expenses and work with staff to ensure attendees are reimbursed in a timely fashion
• Learn and understand the climate strategies to inform work with grantees; support and participate in strategy refinement and monitoring, evaluation, & learning as needed

Administrative Operations

• Participate in meetings with external audiences to produce collaborative work products by drafting agendas, preparing supporting materials, taking notes, and contributing to discussions
• Organize, and coordinate scheduling for meetings with both internal and external participants
• Proactively research, develop, and edit content for correspondence, reports, and memos
• Coordinate planning and manage logistics for staff travel to conferences, convenings, and grantee sites, including travel for executives / trustees

Organizational Partnering & Initiatives

• Exhibit and maintain trust-based and productive relationships with a wide range of organizations and individuals, including grantees, re-granters, funding partners, and foundation employees
• Coordinate regularly with international advisors & partners to meet program needs
• Collaborate with team members in on-going learning and process improvement, incorporating external and internal feedback to constantly improve how we do our work
• Participate in, and/or lead cross-foundation initiatives, as appropriate, to achieve foundation goals
• Pursue ongoing professional development opportunities and participate in Foundation-wide training sessions

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong operations, administration, and project coordination skills and experience, including the ability to plan and implement projects both independently and with colleagues
• Great attention to detail and the ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy and dependability
• A track record of being able to meet tight, sometimes simultaneous, deadlines with a keen ability to prioritize, adapt to changing needs, and partner with others to meet common goals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with all people, internal and external to the organization
• A desire to grow your own cultural competence and dedication to actively participating in the Foundation’s work to integrate justice and equity into all facets of our work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and a willingness to learn and become proficient with systems including Fluxx and Microsoft SharePoint
• Ability to coordinate among different time zones and be available for periodic early morning or evening calls
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to conferences and grantee sites, both domestic and potentially international
• Ability to be consistent and dependable for full-time work and be available to work overtime when occasionally required
• Ability to work effectively remotely until the Foundation offices reopen

Education and Experience

A minimum of 3 years of related operations and administration experience required. College degree or equivalent education is highly desired.

Passion for conservation, as well as experience in the nonprofit sector, experience in grantmaking processes and familiarity with best practices, either through a foundation or grantee perspective, is desirable but not required.

Compensation and Benefits:
The is a full-time non-exempt position. Compensation will be commensurate with related work experience and education.

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation offers excellent benefits for eligible employees. Current benefits include: medical (HMO and HDHPs), dental and vision coverage; 15% employer contribution to employee retirement plan; life insurance, disability insurance, vacation and sick leave; an adoption benefit; fertility benefit; a financial wellness program; health advocacy services, paid time off to volunteer for nonprofit organizations; matching grants for employee contributions to tax exempt organizations; commute assistance; and tuition assistance.

How To Apply

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The Organization

The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and tolerant societies whose governments are accountable and open to criticism, whose laws and policies are open to debate and correction, and whose political institutions are open to the participation of all people. We seek to strengthen justice and the rule of law; broaden respect for human rights, including the rights of minorities; encourage pluralism and a robust diversity of opinion; deepen democratic practice and participation; expand economic equity; support effective governance; and invest in individuals, public and private organizations, and social movements that advance these goals.

Position Overview

Do you want to help make the world a better place with your project management and grants evaluation skills? The Executive Office seeks a Grants Portfolio Analyst to assist with grant-making activities, including soliciting and reviewing grant proposals, assessing the organizational health, capacity and effectiveness of potential grantees, conducting grantee site visits and other monitoring and evaluation activities.

The Executive Office supports the top leadership of Open Society Foundations in all aspects of their roles. They oversee the global network, establishing and adjusting its strategies in partnership with the Chairman and the Global Board, advancing its strategies as its principal representative body, fostering and sustaining collaboration across the network, and continuously assessing and strengthening the quality and effectiveness of the institution.

As the Grants Portfolio Analyst, you will:

• Assist with all grant-making activities in the Executive Office in collaboration with the grants team, including soliciting and reviewing grant proposals, assessing the organizational health, capacity and effectiveness of potential grantees, conducting grantee site visits and other monitoring activities
• Manage a wide range of activities related to the grant making process and/or analytical work in support of field development, advocacy, regional consultations, and integrative activities
• Analyze grant proposals, design grants (type of support, degree of flexibility, duration, payment structure, reporting/learning expectations, etc.) and author grant recommendations
• Review and approve reports and other documents for compliance, accuracy, and readability; this may include review of data to assure that it is accurate and complete in accordance with appropriate protocols
• Act as a liaison and point of contact for various operational functions related to grant making to ensure efficient flow of grants processing and other information

What we are looking for:

• Five to seven years of relevant experience in project management, with grantmaking experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of and experience working on international human rights and social justice issues across multiple geographies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and sensitivity to cultural differences
• Proven ability to work efficiently and prioritize in a fast-paced environment; to troubleshoot and follow projects through to completion and on schedule, without loss of attention to detail and budget
• High level of resourcefulness and self-motivation, able to work independently

Desirable but not essential:

• Fluency in languages other than English a plus

How To Apply

What we offer:

·       Ample opportunities to learn and grow, from annual professional development allowances to onsite trainings and brown bag lunches with visiting experts

·       With some variability according to location, benefits include generous time off, flexible work arrangements, private medical coverage, generous retirement savings plan, progressive paid parental leave, reproductive and family planning support, sabbatical opportunities, and much more

·       A commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to bring their full self to work and make a positive impact on the world

If this sounds like the position you have been looking for, please submit a cover letter and CV via our website; we look forward to learning more about you.

https://osfglobal.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/OSF/job/New-York/Grants-Portfolio-Analyst–Executive-Office_JR-0001869

Closing date: 28 August 2020.

We aim to build an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the populations we support, and actively seek applications from those who are marginalized and underrepresented. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

The Organization

Funders for Reproductive Equity (FRE) is a community of grantmakers focused on sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice (SRHRJ) in the United States and around the world. FRE centers racial and gender justice as core values underlying its vision of Reproductive Equity and Justice.  FRE develops and offers SRHRJ funders meaningful opportunities for learning, relationship-building, networking, strategic collaboration and partnership.

Position Overview

FRE seeks a dynamic Development Manager to advance FRE’s fundraising goals and long-term sustainability, with a focus on institutional donors, foundations, membership, and potential new sources of funding.  The Development Manager will become an integral member of FRE’s staff team and a trusted resource to FRE’s donors and members.

Please note this is a virtual position.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Working directly with the Executive Director, and in close collaboration with the Operations and Program Directors, the Development Manager is responsible for supporting the implementation of FRE’s fundraising goals, including developing and managing fundraising systems and maintaining donor relationships.  Key areas of responsibility include:

Grants Development & Management

• All phases of proposal development, writing, editing and production, working in close collaboration with the Executive Director and relevant FRE staff.
• All phases of grant report research, drafting, editing, production, and timeline management, including consultation with the Program and Operations Directors concerning relevant program outcomes and financial reporting.
• Developing, maintaining, and refining effective grants management systems.

Donor and Membership Communications

• Drafting membership appeals and developing donor materials.
• Drafting and editing relevant fundraising content for FRE’s newsletter and digital communications platforms.
• Responding to donor requests and facilitating donor support as needed.

Donor Cultivation and Engagement

• Supporting the Executive Director with cultivating and strengthening donor relationships.
• Identifying and developing effective approaches for seeking new sources of funding.

Grants & Financial Reporting

• Collaborating with the Operations Director to conduct financial analysis and develop reports to support fundraising activities.
• Developing reports on fundraising activities and outcomes for the Board of Directors.
• Supporting the Operations Director with managing outreach, recording and acknowledgement of membership fees.

Fundraising Strategy Implementation

• Supporting the Executive Director with development of the organization’s annual fundraising goals and strategies.
• Collaborating with the Operations Director to develop internal systems to manage, track, plan, and assess progress in advancing FRE’s fundraising goals.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate will possess the following key skills and areas of experience:

• At least 5-7 years of experience in nonprofit development and fundraising.
• Extensive experience with all phases of grant proposal and report development, writing, editing and execution, including effective collaboration to produce excellent results.
• Demonstrated experience with developing effective fundraising systems, plans and strategies.
• Exceptional written, spoken, virtual and interpersonal communication skills with donors, members, colleagues, and other key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated effectiveness with cultivating, raising, and managing funds from institutional donors and members.
• Commitment to excellence with relationship-building and collaboration among FRE’s internal team and external stakeholders.
• Experience with membership engagement systems and database management.  Salesforce experience or willingness to undergo Salesforce training is preferred.
• Experience with financial planning, reporting, and analysis of financial aspects of grants.
• Effective project management skills; ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities with tight deadlines.
• Passion, flexibility, deep commitment to equity, and sense of humor necessary for critical mission driven work in a dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
• Experience working in philanthropy and the reproductive health, rights and justice field in the United States and globally is preferred.
• Experience working in a virtual environment with a high level of comfort managing digital communications platforms is a plus.

How To Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter, résumé and two (2) professional writing samples (up to 3 pages each) via email to FRE.jobs2020@gmail.com by close of business on Friday, August 28, 2020.   Please note “Development Manager” in the subject line.

In your cover letter, please explain why you are interested in joining the FRE team; why you would be a strong candidate for this position; and how your experience and skills are relevant to the requirements outlined above.  All inquiries and submissions will be kept strictly confidential.  We will contact candidates who are being considered for an interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, trans people, and gender non-conforming individuals to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we recruit and hire with the understanding of systemic oppression and of the lived reality of people with marginalized identities. We also recruit and hire without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, prior conviction, arrest history, disability, arrest history, disability, marital status, veteran status or age.

The Organization

About Sightline Institute

Founded in 1993, Sightline Institute is a Seattle-based public policy think tank committed to making Cascadia, the region stretching from Alaska to northern California, a global model of sustainability—with strong communities, a green economy, and a healthy environment. We innovate, analyze, and promote smart policy and monitor the region’s progress. We believe sustainability lies at the intersection of environmental health and social justice, and we strive to identify injustice and work to dismantle the systems that perpetuate it.

Sightline provides research reports and commentary; maps, graphics and tools; legislative and coalition support; and framing and messaging guidance. We advise and inform public officials, change makers, and the media, and we collaborate with diverse allies in pursuit of our mission. Learn more at www.sightline.org.

About the Communications Program
The communications team packages and promotes Sightline resources, delivering ideas and expertise to journalists, decision makers, emerging leaders, and influencers, with the aim to advance our framing, shine a spotlight on our resources and staff, and push progress on our priority issues. The communications team maintains and improves our outward-facing content, including editing and publishing for our website, sharing content and ideas on our social media platforms, press relations including routinely pitching stories to reporters, and regular email newsletters. We collaborate with other staff and consultants to develop compelling messages, visuals, and multimedia.

The communications team contributes to the development and coordination of our coalition-building and legislative strategies, stakeholder and lawmaker engagement, outreach, and messaging. In 2020 our most pressing initiatives focus on emergency rental assistance and abundant, affordable housing and nation-wide capacity-building for Vote By Mail in advance of the 2020 election. This work will remain responsive to political opportunities and obstacles that arise due to COVID-19.

DEI Commitments
Our team seeks out opportunities for community outreach, idea and resource sharing, cross promotion, and feedback and learning, especially among partners representing marginalized constituencies and communities of color. The team’s community engagement will help inform outreach strategy, storytelling, marketing, editing, and press outreach. The communications team works with Sightline program teams to grow our networks and deepen roots among key community allies and potential collaborators.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Senior Director, Communications and Campaigns, the Communications Manager will lead Sightline’s strategy for connecting our work to our increasingly diverse target audience of regional and national media and decision makers. The Communications Manager should have a keen attention to detail, be curious, creative, and collaborative, and have the ability to develop thoughtful, strategic outreach. Each Sightline staff member serves as a community-builder and ambassador of our mission, and so passion for sustainable and equitable communities is a must as is a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Primary Responsibilities

Press Strategy

• With communications and programs teams, set and execute Sightline’s earned media strategy
• Build and maintain relationships with beat reporters and key outlets and help position Sightline as their “go-to” source for our issue areas, growing and maintaining our media lists
• Monitor regional and national press for relevant stories and hooks, pitch Sightline content, and coordinate timely responses to emerging media opportunities
• Write media advisories, talking points, op-eds, quotes, social media content, and press statements

Digital Content and Marketing Strategy

• Drive Sightline’s digital marketing strategies, including social media, web, and newsletter
• Work with research teams to create, solicit, and edit high quality content, visuals, and multi-media for web, email, and social media to promote Sightline’s work, engage our target audiences, and grow our impact
• Execute our email newsletter strategy; coordinate and develop newsletter content and schedule (with MailChimp); maintain and grow subscriber lists
• Implement testing strategies, including A/B testing tools and beyond, to increase engagement rates with critical audiences
• Manage and maintain Sightline’s website and publishing schedule and establish workflow for requesting, creating, editing, and publishing content
• Develop an SEO strategy, identifying keywords and executing search optimization strategies to improve our organic reach and grow engagement
• Track, synthesize, and report on key metrics to shape strategy

Organizational Communications Strategy and Support

• Participate in organizational planning and strategy and coordinate communications efforts to support organizational objectives
• Work with Development staff to support fundraising and outreach to donors and to engage subscribers
• Help develop and maintain quality and consistency of Sightline’s brand, credibility, and voice throughout all external communications
• Manage relationships and projects with communications vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and build relationships and strengthen partnerships with ally organizations, to support our priorities

Ideal Candidate Skills/Experience

• 5-7 years of relevant communications experience
• A strong commitment to building sustainable and equitable communities
• Ability to write and edit creative, compelling copy and to accurately distill complex concepts to clear, persuasive prose
• Experience pitching stories to journalists
• Familiarity with social media platforms, strategy, and tools
• Familiarity with WordPress, MailChimp, and Cision (or similar)
• Experience with analytics tools
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects, teams, and deadlines

If you don’t meet all the criteria above but still feel your experience could be a good fit for the role, please apply. We recognize that candidates who don’t check every box can still add value to our team.

Ideal Candidate Competencies

• DRIVEN AND ADAPTABLE. You want to leverage the skills and experience you’ve built in marketing and communications to drive smart, engaging outreach, and to grow your leadership and expertise. At the same time, you’re willing to roll up your sleeves and figure out a bug in the HTML or resize a batch of images. You excel at the small stuff and the high-profile work: e.g. you can spend hours Googling to build a robust list of potential partner organizations, and then turn around and act as an ambassador for Sightline to those organizations, forging connections around shared priorities.
• THRIVES ON COLLABORATION. You are fueled by working with others, brainstorming and building on others’ ideas. You come prepared with ideas and insights. You ask questions and seek clarity. (But your ego survives when things are scaled back or your favorite idea won’t fly.)
• A GREAT COMMUNICATOR AND ATTUNED LISTENER. You can make a concise case for your point of view. You can boil a complex idea into a compelling press pitch or social media post. You can give constructive feedback and clearly delegate tasks. You are a skilled listener and can synthesize and apply input from others.  You like words as precise, persuasive tools. But you don’t love words so much that you won’t ruthlessly edit your own (or others’) copy!
• CURIOUS AND CREATIVE. You are an innovative and creative thinker who thrives on thoughtful experimentation, perpetual learning, and problem solving. Even in your spare time, you read about stuff like hashtags and SEO and what makes memes go viral. You know what’s on-brand (or off) when you see it. You have an eye for clear, compelling visuals and design (enough to explain what you want to a graphic designer). You seek out tools or mentors or resources that will make your work better. You are excited to study up on new issue areas and learn how to do new things.
• DIGS METRICS. You get excited about analytics. You know your way around Google Analytics and A/B testing floats your boat. You can drill down into metrics and translate the data into both small refinements and big picture strategy for audience engagement.
• METICULOUS WITH DETAILS AND INSISTS ON ACCURACY. We are a policy think tank. We get the facts right or we lose credibility. Like us, you hate typos (they happen to everybody) and strive for clarity and accuracy in written and visual content. You check your work–at least twice. If you’re not sure you have someone else check too.
• DEDICATED TO RACIAL, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE. You have demonstrated a commitment to the hard work of dismantling systemic racism and systems of oppression. You are patient when progress is slow, but hopeful and proactive in pushing yourself, your work, your peers, and your communities forward.
• EXCITED TO WORK FOR JUST, FAIR, SUSTAINABLE PUBLIC POLICY. You are committed to making the world a better place, sometimes with flashy, sweeping, high-impact campaigns and sometimes by spending hours searching through media databases or conducting quiet, behind the scenes outreach about a complex policy mechanism to a tiny subset of decision makers.
• LIKES TO LAUGH. You are looking for an amazing team of smart, dedicated, and fun individuals. The work is exhausting sometimes. The world is not always receptive. Crises are compounding as we speak and it can be hard to keep up. In the face of all that’s challenging and draining, we like to keep our spirits up with fun, humor, and connection–especially as we all live through the COVID-19 lockdowns.
• RESPECTFUL AND OPEN. You treat all fellow staff members, interns, and volunteers with integrity and goodwill and without prejudice in regard to race, religion, ethnicity, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other personal attributes irrelevant to job performance.

Compensation and Benefits

Target salary is $60-$69,000. We offer a robust package of benefits including a retirement contribution of 10% of salary (added to, not subtracted from, pay); full medical and dental insurance for self and partial coverage for dependents; four weeks of paid vacation and two weeks of paid sick leave per year, and a three-month paid sabbatical leave every seven years. Sightline’s staff members work hard but enjoy balanced lives and a collegial organizational culture.

Location

This position will be remote for the foreseeable future. We prefer candidates located in the PST time zone with knowledge of the Cascadia region.

How To Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the role and how your skills translate to the position and at least one published writing sample to Karen Rea Recruiting at mskarenrea@gmail.com.  We prefer all application materials be assembled in a single PDF and labeled with the applicant’s name. Please also tell us in your email where you found this position; this information helps us streamline our recruiting processes.

The application deadline is September 4, 2020 and applications received by that date will be given priority, but we will accept applications until the position is filled. First round recruiter interviews will take place via Zoom through 9/8.  Zoom interviews with the Sightline team will take place the week of September 14, 2020. We anticipate extending an offer by the end of September.

Sightline Institute is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The Organization

Group Health Foundation (GHF) has an audacious goal: health equity in Washington state. The Foundation seeks to create and support conditions where people of all communities—especially those experiencing racial and economic injustice—can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. Uniquely positioned as a 501(c)(4) philanthropic organization, GHF is committed to partnering with communities across Washington State to advance a shared vision for a vibrant, healthy future. With more than $2 billion in assets, the Foundation’s approach to philanthropy recognizes the expertise and wisdom that communities bring and the importance of social determinants of health in identifying solutions that will foster healthy communities throughout the politically and culturally diverse landscape of Washington state.

Following the hire of Nichole Maher, Group Health Foundation’s President and Chief Executive Officer, in 2018, the Foundation began an intentional effort to focus its earliest relationship-building with communities most impacted by health inequities, as well as those communities that have been historically left out of philanthropic funding—particularly rural communities and smaller cities across the state. With those initial learnings, GHF significantly accelerated their grantmaking and team building this past year and is poised for significant additional growth in the coming years.

Position Overview

The Foundation is now looking to expand its executive team and welcome a new Vice President of Programs (VPP). The new VPP will be drawn to this rare opportunity to join GHF during the Foundation’s inaugural years and will have the unique opportunity to shape strategy, build a dynamic team, and foster team culture in close partnership with the CEO, executive team, and other program team members. The VPP will be responsible for the visioning, development, and implementation of ambitious and community-centered program, policy, power-building, and systems change strategies designed to advance the mission. The VPP will be someone who is an experienced grantmaker having managed a portfolio of $20M+, is deeply committed to centering community in strategy development, and brings a familiarity of the broad landscape of movements for equity and justice. They will be a creative and innovative thinker with the flexibility and entrepreneurial nature required for early stage growth and organizational development. They will be a wise and strategic thinker who authentically embodies GHF’s core values and approach to working with communities across Washington state.

For a full position description, please visit: https://nonprofitprofessionals.com/current-searches-all/ghf-vpp

How To Apply

The Foundation is partnering with Carolyn Ho, Cara Pearsall, and Catherine Seneviratne of NPAG on this search. Please submit your resume and a cover letter expressing your specific interests to: GHF-VPP@nonprofitprofessionals.com. We are committed to creating conditions where all candidates are able to fully express their talents and potential and invite you to let us know if there are any accommodations that we can provide to support you in your pursuit of this role.

The Organization

The Schott Foundation for Public Education is a national public fund that serves as a bridge between philanthropic partners and advocates to build movements to provide all students with an opportunity to learn. Schott’s mission is to develop and strengthen broad-based and representative movements to achieve fully resourced, quality PreK–12 public education for all children across the nation. For nearly thirty years, Schott has been an instrumental leader and partner in building a more just society. Looking ahead, Schott believes that a national, well-funded movement can address opportunity gaps that continue to plague our country. Championing existing grassroots organizations that focus on addressing public education, racial justice, economic justice, healthy living, and creating safe communities is critical. Our work with grassroots and philanthropic partners supports creating a comprehensive network that eliminates racism, changes systems, and creates wellness and opportunity for all children.

Our dreams for our future begin with the dreams for our children, and quality education for all is imperative. Education is a civil right. It is a tool for achieving racial, social, and economic justice. It is the catalyst for systematic and generational change and disrupts entrenched power dynamics. It is a pivotal pathway for progress and our society can be transformed if all children have the opportunity to learn, thrive, and reach their greatest potential. While our public education system has extensive reach, many of America’s children have not received the education they deserve. Black and Brown students are impacted disproportionately by racism and economic disparities. There is a profound correlation between educational attainment and access to health care, civic participation, incarceration rates, and economic mobility. The outcomes and impact of this opportunity gap, particularly for Black and Latinx families, is both troubling and unjust.

We are at a pivot point. Decades of progressive policies on race, social, and economic inequalities in our country have been attacked or dismantled in this tumultuous political climate. Marginalized communities face sanctioned threats to their well-being every day through systems and policies that fuel predatory practices. The various “gaps” (wealth, health, education, and economic opportunity) continue to widen and leave already vulnerable communities in harm. It is our grassroots organizations who work on the frontlines of these fights. They have mobilized through partnership models to meet the urgency of community demands and needs. Philanthropic institutions must also come together and leverage the power of a strategic and collaborative funding approach. Grassroots organizations and the people they serve need our time, energy, and resources so that we don’t continue to perpetuate conditions for inequity. Increasing resources and capacity to grassroots partners is critical to supporting their work and building momentum. Creating cohesive networks across issue areas will leverage local and regional impact and build national movements for change. Schott believes philanthropic partners and grassroots organizations can work together to keep the movement from becoming diluted, siloed, or fragmented. Instead, we can unify and amplify the work of grassroots partners to create more equity now.

Position Overview

The Schott Foundation is a bridge builder between philanthropic and grassroots partners guided by a vision and mission to address racial inequity and create opportunities for all children to thrive. As a testament to our commitment to fueling the education justice movement, the Schott Foundation intends to establish an advancement department dedicated exclusively to the integration of an organization-wide culture of fundraising. The Foundation is currently seeking to hire a SVP of Advancement to act as the lead architect of this department and design and deliver on philanthropic partnerships, including a multi-year major gifts Initiative.

The Foundation’s fundraising initiative is a manifestation of the vision to create a coordinated and strategic building of funds amongst philanthropic partners to infuse into grassroots organizations addressing racial and economic disparities, and education justice specifically, in the public education system. The overall goal and intention of this initiative will also allow Schott and our partners to forge bold coalitions and support advocacy and policies that address racial and socio-economic inequities.

The SVP of Advancement will be responsible for establishing this new department to support the institution as well as the education justice movement. The position is responsible for planning, managing, and executing a comprehensive and diversified advancement effort that deepens organizational sustainability and allows for strategic, mission-aligned growth. The position will develop comprehensive plans of work that dovetail fundraising and programming responsibilities to maximize impact on both workstreams. Reporting to the President and CEO, they will work closely with the Leadership Team to coordinate their calendars to further cultivation and solicitation strategies.

Reports to:

President and CEO

Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership

·       Set financial annual goals and quarterly benchmarks for relationship development within traditional and nontraditional philanthropic communities.

·       Within six months, present a comprehensive fundraising/communications plan with a budget for staff, events, travel, software, etc.).

·       Determine appropriate training modules for the staff and Board to elevate acumen on fund development, donor recruitment processes and protocols.

·       Implement framework (including workflows and individual team fundraising activation plans) to optimize the board and senior staff’s participation in the fundraising process.

·       Provide guidance and leadership to President and CEO, SVP of Programs, and SVP of Strategy for effectively managing Foundation’s donor engagement growth.

Communications

·       In concert with Communications Department, manage, articulate, and tailor the Foundation’s unique messaging to advance the education justice movement.

·       Monitor key external trends and provide guidance on how the Foundation aligns or responds directly in its messaging within the philanthropic field.

·       Develop and steward the voice of the institution in person and online. Lead in the design of institutional branding, management of public relations, social media, and organizational communication strategies.

Fundraising

·       Hire additional staff and consultants to support the successful execution of the plan.

·       Provide leadership to direct reports including the establishment of annual goals, mentorship, professional development, and performance reviews.

·       Identify, cultivate, solicit, and grow a portfolio of the organization’s most significant supporters.

·       Establish an internal management and tracking system for the day-to-day operations of prospect development.

·       Define the fundraising protocols and policies to reflect the institution’s core values and mission for change.

Finance

·       Partner with Finance on long-term forecasts and resource planning; set clear metrics for success over the short and long term based on data of likely funding sources and overall recruitment strategy.

·       Establish fundraising goals and annual budget planning process maintaining a high level of fiscal responsibility for revenue generation.

Qualifications

·       Seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in a comprehensive non-profit fundraising and communications program, including two years in a position with staff management responsibilities. Proven senior-level managerial, problem-solving and strategic planning experience with commensurate fiscal responsibility, for a public, private, or nonprofit organization.

·       Critical interest in and deep passion for the Schott Foundation’s mission and programs.

·       Knowledge of both the education justice sector and philanthropic sectors required. An anchoring within one area of Schott Foundation’s work (education justice, nonprofit social change, philanthropy).

·       A dedication to the diverse communities served by the Schott Foundation.

·       Fundraising ability and enthusiasm; demonstrated experience raising significant funds from a variety of sources and an ability to play a leadership role in development; strong social, professional, corporate and foundation contacts in the education justice/racial equity space considered a plus.

·       Political savvy and comfort with broad-based constituencies including grassroots organizers, high-net worth individuals, philanthropists, and business and community leaders; the ability to generate awareness, excitement, and appreciation that leads to buy-in from diverse sectors.

·       The presence and credibility to serve as an effective spokesperson and ambassador for The Schott Foundation in partnership with or on behalf of the President and CEO, with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

·       Entrepreneurial and strategic, able to conceptualize and express ideas and with the ability to anticipate and act on events which might create opportunities for the Foundation.

·       Ability to manage multiple projects as priorities change, with an exceptional eye for detail and accuracy and focused on meeting all deadlines and performance goals.

·       Model a leadership style that is inclusive, supportive, collaborative, and respectful of diverse staff, partners and supporters.

·       Clear and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, as well as well-honed listening skills; demonstrates a high degree of emotional intelligence, creativity and innovation, authenticity, and a good sense of humor.

·       Personal integrity and trustworthiness; a fine-tuned sense of discretion in the handling of confidential and sensitive matters.

·       An intuitive command of, and respect for, the role of community in the success of an institution.

·       An ethical individual who imparts trust, integrity, sensitivity, tolerance and is able motivate others in a similar vein.

·       Sense of humor and ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced virtual environment.

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

How to apply: Please email your resume and a substantive cover letter to jobs@schottfoundation.org. Be sure to include “SVP of Advancement” in the subject line.

The Organization

The Schott Foundation is a national public fund serving as a bridge between philanthropic partners and advocates to build movements to provide all students an opportunity to learn.

Position Overview

The Communications Director will chart the course of long-range communications planning and manage the implementation of communications operations across all platforms.  In the dramatically changed media environment, we are especially looking for someone who can creatively amplify Schott’s messages and the voices of our grantees through multi-channel social media. In addition to communications savvy, the position requires leadership, management skills, and ability to working collaboratively with our staff, grantees and partners.

Reports to:

SVP of Advancement

Responsibilities

Communications Planning and Management

• Lead development and implementation of a multi-channel, multi-media communications vision and strategy to achieve Schott’s mission

• Manage team of communications professionals, including Schott staff and external consultants

• Ensure consistent, compelling messaging to support narrative change for greater education justice and to convey Schott and partners’ initiatives and advocacy campaigns

• Lead rigorous communications evaluation; track engagement/results across all platforms—and use metrics to fine tune communications strategy and tactics

• Monitor communications trends

• Create and manage communications budget; ensure compliance with all grants

Grantee/Partner Communications

• Work closely with Schott grantees to assess needs, develop coordinated communications strategies, and provide supports from communications team

• Coordinate webinars, trainings, and promote grantee/partner voices across all platforms

• Oversee the goals, strategy, and day-to-day operations of internal infrastructure and consultants.

Content Creation and Promotion

• Oversee and assist in the creation of compelling multi-media content—digital, video, audio, print

• Implement strategic dissemination on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms that emerge in the future

Qualifications

• At least seven years of communications and managerial experience

• Knowledge of education justice issues desired.

• A strategic thinker with a proven track record in designing and implementing successful communications plans, including social media campaigns

• Excellent writing and editing skills

• Ability to segment audiences and tailor communications outreach—to grow their engagement and drive narrative change

• Able to synthesize complex issues and policies and translate them into social media savvy content and materials for targeted audiences

• Deep understanding of changing communications dynamics, social media trends and tools

• Able to sequence and coordinate multiple communications campaign rollouts; can prioritize competing priorities and manage the relationships associated with each

• Works well under pressure and with short deadlines

• Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as collaboratively, inclusively, respectfully with multiple partners and grantees

• Experience with communications training is a plus

• Deep demonstrated passion for racial and education justice and understanding of communications advocacy to accelerate impact of grassroots organizing

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

How To Apply

How to apply: Please email your resume and a substantive cover letter, describing one or more communications efforts in which they played a leadership role, to jobs@schottfoundation.org. Be sure to include “Communications Director” in the subject line.

The Organization

The Schott Foundation for Public Education is a national public fund that serves as a bridge between philanthropic partners and advocates to build movements to provide all students with an opportunity to learn. Schott’s mission is to develop and strengthen broad-based and representative movements to achieve fully resourced, quality PreK–12 public education for all children across the nation. For nearly thirty years, Schott has been an instrumental leader and partner in building a more just society. Looking ahead, Schott believes that a national, well-funded movement can address opportunity gaps that continue to plague our country. Championing existing grassroots organizations that focus on addressing public education, racial justice, economic justice, healthy living, and creating safe communities is critical. Our work with grassroots and philanthropic partners supports creating a comprehensive network that eliminates racism, changes systems, and creates wellness and opportunity for all children.

Our dreams for our future begin with the dreams for our children, and quality education for all is imperative. Education is a civil right. It is a tool for achieving racial, social, and economic justice. It is the catalyst for systematic and generational change and disrupts entrenched power dynamics. It is a pivotal pathway for progress and our society can be transformed if all children have the opportunity to learn, thrive, and reach their greatest potential. While our public education system has extensive reach, many of America’s children have not received the education they deserve. Black and Brown students are impacted disproportionately by racism and economic disparities. There is a profound correlation between educational attainment and access to health care, civic participation, incarceration rates, and economic mobility. The outcomes and impact of this opportunity gap, particularly for Black and Latinx families, is both troubling and unjust.

We are at a pivot point. Decades of progressive policies on race, social, and economic inequalities in our country have been attacked or dismantled in this tumultuous political climate. Marginalized communities face sanctioned threats to their well-being every day through systems and policies that fuel predatory practices. The various “gaps” (wealth, health, education, and economic opportunity) continue to widen and leave already vulnerable communities in harm. It is our grassroots organizations who work on the frontlines of these fights. They have mobilized through partnership models to meet the urgency of community demands and needs. Philanthropic institutions must also come together and leverage the power of a strategic and collaborative funding approach. Grassroots organizations and the people they serve need our time, energy, and resources so that we don’t continue to perpetuate conditions for inequity. Increasing resources and capacity to grassroots partners is critical to supporting their work and building momentum. Creating cohesive networks across issue areas will leverage local and regional impact and build national movements for change. Schott believes philanthropic partners and grassroots organizations can work together to keep the movement from becoming diluted, siloed, or fragmented. Instead, we can unify and amplify the work of grassroots partners to create more equity now.

Position Overview

As a member of the Foundation’s Leadership Team, the Senior Vice President of Strategy (SVPS) helps shape, operationalize, and communicate the Schott Foundation’s cross-program key initiatives, and coordinates the vision of the CEO and the Board of Directors across the organization. Using the Foundation’s current strategic plan as a framework and guide, the SVPS is charged with understanding, addressing, and coordinating the needs and activities within the Foundation to take advantage of the evolving strategic opportunities in the external landscape.

SVPS plays an active role on the Leadership Team facilitating the design of new operating systems, projects, and initiatives, as well as providing support in securing resources for these and ongoing programmatic and operational needs. To ensure alignment with mission, the strategic plan, and key performance indicators, the SVPS organizes the proper integration of fiscal, development, communications, and programmatic systems and monitors the evaluation systems. The SVPS plays a critical role strengthening and preparing the organization for anticipated changes over the three-year horizon, including, but not limited to: program design, changing market conditions, and cultural and political shifts. The SVPS is the liaison between the Finance and Operations, Development, and Communications teams, as well as consultants hired to perform administrative and strategic functions in support of the Board of Directors.

Reports to:

President and CEO

Responsibilities

Administration and Management

• Oversee the goals, strategy, and day-to-day operations of internal infrastructure and consultants.

• Operationalize a framework and process for strategic decision-making that aligns with the strategic plan.

• Partner with Leadership Team to ensure alignment of strategy with plans for each team.

• Provide support to the Finance and Operations team as a liaison to the CEO.

• Lead annual strategic planning update process with the Foundation Leadership Team.

• Compile critical competitive intelligence updates for the Leadership Team and the Board, and assess appropriate actions, such as collaboration, differentiation, etc.

• Facilitate program/project/initiative design meetings with the CEO, team managers, and consultants.

• Work with CEO and Senior VP of Programs and Advocacy to foster new and existing partnerships with major institutions, and facilitate debriefs and learning conversations.

• Oversee Finance and Operations to ensure Schott’s execution of best practices in finance, HR, and operations.

• Play lead role in the annual budget development process and maintain a high level of fiscal and fiduciary responsibility.

• Partner with Finance and Operations team and the CEO on annual budget, long-term forecasts, and resource planning, and set clear metrics for success over the short and long term to drive accountability.

Board of Directors Development and Support

• Support the Chair of the Board of Directors and Board Committee Chairs in their prep and delivery at Board meetings.

• Manage Board and staff learning agenda as defined by Board.

• Serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors by interfacing regularly with committee chairs, assisting with the management of the new Board member selection and orientation, and vetting and confirmation process as needed.

• Analyze relevant trends and prepare thought pieces for the Leadership Team and Board.

Development

• Coordinate efforts between Programs, Communications and Development to elevate Schott’s work and impact.

• Support fund development efforts by working closely with the SVP of Advancement to ensure alignment between the strategic plan and the development plan.

• Collaborate with the CEO and SVP of Programs to drive cross-organizational integration of systems and growth through identification and assessment of new opportunities.

• Serve as an effective public spokesperson for Schott and raise the visibility of the organization’s work by presenting and writing in diverse forums.

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with funder colleagues, grantees, and other key partners to seek opportunity to leverage Schott’s investments.

• Expand Schott Foundation’s fundraising efforts in close partnership with the Board of Directors as outlined in the strategic and development plans.

Program Communications and External Relations

• Represent the Foundation to external constituencies and participate in high-level programs and discussions with partner organizations. Support the development of strategic partnerships and collaborations that leverage and extend Schott’s impact.

• Build on the Foundation’s identity as a thought leader in areas of programmatic focus as well as an innovator in social justice philanthropy.

• Participate in coalitions and develop relationships with allies and other organizations to further advocacy goals, and serve as an effective advocate and responsible spokesperson for the Foundation.

• Develop and operationalize capacity building initiatives and goals for grantee partners.

Evaluation

• Assist in the annual development and review of the key performance indicators.

• Develop Board and staff learning agendas and facilitate engagement that advances organizational learning.

Qualifications

• Significant work experience (8-10 years) and credibility as a leader and expert in the areas of education, administration, financial management, strategy, and programmatic development.

• Experience working in coalition, including developing shared plans, coordinating external and internal communications, and understanding internal relationship dynamics among partner groups.

• Excellent analytic, writing, and strategic planning skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple, often-conflicting deadlines; establish and negotiate timelines; and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.

• Creativity, flexibility, sound judgment, and ability to take initiative and work independently.

• Ability to think of new and improved ways to increase organization’s capacity and effectiveness.

• Effective interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse staff, clients, and consultants across varied geographies. A team player who can add value to the Schott team beyond their area of expertise.

• Deep demonstrated passion for and commitment to the Foundation’s mission and a track record of driving impact on cross-cutting social justice issues and movement building. A natural disruptor and innovator with the ability to inspire, motivate, generate new ideas, and actualize change programmatically and operationally.

• Outstanding organizational, programmatic, and financial management experience, including the ability to move work from concept to implementation and completion.

• Experience developing thoughtful, effective relationships and dialogue with senior leadership and Board members and manage confidential information and situations.

• Experience managing organizational transition and development as well as program innovation and learning.

• Models a commitment to creating and reinforcing a transparent, accountable, and mutually respectful work environment.

• Willingness to travel.

• A strong sense of passion, purpose, and sense of humor.

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

NOTE: ROLLING REVIEW OF CANDIDATES – CLOSED AUGUST 28, 2020

How to apply: Please email your resume and a substantive cover letter to jobs@schottfoundation.org. Be sure to include “SVP of Strategy” in the subject line.

The Organization

Mary’s Place is the largest Family Shelter provider in King County, Washington. We provide safe, inclusive shelter and services for women, children, and families on their journey out of homelessness. For over two decades, Mary’s Place has been implementing innovative programs to move women and families out of homelessness and into housing.

As a Mary’s Place team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, and building strong relationships with fellow employees as well as our network of volunteers, partners, and providers.

Position Overview

Mary’s Place is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead our development team to meet our current annual fundraising goal of $15 million in support of our $17 million annual operating budget. Reporting to the Executive Director and part of our Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the CDO will provide strategic oversight and direction of all lines of fundraising including strategic events; development operations including data management and gift processing; and volunteer programs. The CDO manages the Development team of 11 staff (6 reporting directly to the CDO).
The CDO will have frontline fundraising responsibilities, including managing a portfolio of donors and securing and stewarding five- and six-figure gifts.

They will also support the Executive Director and members of the Board of Directors and the Fund Development Committee in cultivating and soliciting major gifts and grants. Additional responsibilities include identifying new prospective donors and strategic resource development opportunities, and effectively communicating the Mary’s Place story and case for support to a variety of audiences.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for our mission, proven success meeting bold fundraising goals, and a history of building donor-centered relationships that deepen engagement with mission and organization support. Optimism, persistence, transparency, adaptability and comfort working in a complex and evolving organization are essential qualities.

Valuing diversity and championing equity are core values at Mary’s Place. This position requires critical thinking and analysis through a racial equity lens, as well as demonstration of compassion, understanding and empathy while working with diverse staff, guests and community partners in a multi-racial and multi-cultural environment.

The CDO annual salary range is $95,000 – $110,000 DOE. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus at the end of the financial year (July 1 – June 30), with bonus criteria based on meeting both team and individual goals. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus at the end of the financial year (July 1 – June 30), with bonus criteria based on meeting both team and individual goals.

Requirements

• Develop and lead a comprehensive and diverse fund development strategy to sustain and grow the revenue of Mary’s Place, enabling us to meet the significant and growing need for our services.
• Provide direction and oversight of all lines of fundraising managed by development staff, including corporate, foundation and individual giving, government grants, strategic annual events, and strategic in-kind and pro bono contributions. Working together with staff and leadership, set goals and develop strategies that will expand and diversify our fundraising portfolio, donor engagement, cultivation and stewardship activities to help us meet increasing fundraising goals year-over-year.
• Develop and manage the annual fundraising budget and work plan, providing input into annual goals and reforecasting, tracking progress throughout the year, and leading team-wide efforts to respond to new opportunities and modify strategies to address potential budget shortfalls.  Ensure that fundraising expenses are managed to budget.
• Motivate and inspire our 11-person development team to work with persistence, accountability, collaboration and integrity to strengthen Mary’s Place relationships within the community and enhance our profile as an accountable partner in impactful philanthropy. Encourage and model formal and informal cross-team collaboration and camaraderie.
• Supervise 6 members of the team as direct reports, providing direction and support for their goals, strategies and progress throughout the year. Meet regularly with each direct report to review metrics, plans and progress toward goals. Assist with decision making and be a conduit to the Executive Director and ELT as needed.
• Report development team activity and progress against goals to the Executive Director, ELT, Board of Directors and Fund Development Committee. Prepare and present Development Report at Board meetings. Be accountable to direction and input from leadership to build on our strengths and address challenges. Communicate organizational news, updates and priorities from the ELT and Board back to the development team.
• Manage a portfolio of 75-100 strategic donors and prospects for significant engagement through personal visits and meetings with the Executive Director and/or members of the Board. Develop a personal fundraising plan for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities throughout the year. Identify and cultivate new relationships to expand our portfolio of major and principal donors. Follow development team standards for accurate documentation of fundraising activity and other operational processes.
• Support the Vice Chair for Fund Development in reinvigorating the Fund Development Committee, recruiting new members, setting goals and staffing the ongoing work of the committee.
• Provide strategic oversight of our annual Luncheon, Gala, No Child Sleeps Outside year-end campaign, and other strategic fundraising campaigns and events, helping us navigate the changing landscape for events in light of COVID-19. Support the recruitment and stewardship of committee chairs and key volunteers, as well as the participation of our Board members, to lay the groundwork for event success.
• Provide strategic oversight of our operational systems and procedures for donor gratitude and stewardship, data management and gift processing, ensuring that the team is accountable to industry standards and best practices, as well as the Donor Bill of Rights.
• Provide strategic oversight of our Corporate Volunteer Engagement and Volunteer Services programs that match members of the community with remote and (when available) in-person opportunities to volunteer their time and talent.
• Be a collaborative and supportive partner of peers on the Executive Leadership Team, along with members of their teams, to ensure mutual success responding to the growing and evolving needs of supportive services for women, children and families experiencing homelessness.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Annual revenue goal is met or exceeded.
• Individual goals and work plans are in place for each member of the development team, and quarterly progress checks and annual performance reviews are completed.
• Donor retention targets are met or exceeded.
• Fundraising and data management policies and procedures are in place and reviewed on an annual basis.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An optimistic, goal-oriented, adaptable leader with at least 10 years of experience in a philanthropy or development role.
• Proven success in implementing successful fundraising strategies and building productive, long-term relationships with organizational leaders, volunteers and donors.
• Success cultivating and securing five- and six-figure gifts for a $10+ million nonprofit organization.
• At least 5 years of direct supervisory experience, with a strong preference for experience managing a team of fundraisers. Experience managing a team remotely and implementing new ways of working in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is optimal.
• Demonstrated ability to exude compassion, understanding and empathy while working with diverse staff, guests, volunteers and donors in a multi-racial and multi-cultural environment.
• Proven success building a collaborative and results-oriented team culture, and inspiring and motivating employees to meet ambitious goals.
• Experience creating and managing budgets, using financial analysis and reporting to inform strategic decisions, and assessing and measuring results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments, meet tight deadlines, coordinate and communicate effectively, in a fast-paced and compassionate work environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication and public speaking skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of fundraising software applications, preferably Raiser’s Edge.
• Proficiency with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends and periods of high-intensity to meet project demands.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable access to a car, and proof of car insurance.

How To Apply

Applications accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your cover letter and resumes to our careers page at: https://bit.ly/MPCareersPage