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The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private 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

Join an Award Winning Finance Office

Our award winning team includes three Certified Public Accountants whose accomplishments include the 2011 Crain’s Detroit Business CFO of the Year, 2017 DBusiness Powered by Women Award, a member of the Financial Accounting Standards Board Not-For-Profit Advisory Committee, two MICPA Women to Watch Awards, a 2015 Crain’s Detroit Business CFO of the Year Rising Star awardee, a member of the MICPA Ethics Task Force, and a member of the Walsh College Accounting Advisory Board.

Our finance and accounting team offers the broadest possible exposure to the non-profit accounting field. You will have opportunities to learn accounting insights from some of the best finance and accounting professionals in the industry.

Strong Work Life Balance

We offer a competitive total compensation package including…

–          Health benefits, employer-paid dental, vision, and life insurance

–          Wellness program with financial incentives

–          4 weeks of paid time off

–          Attractive 401k plan consisting of a 5% 1:1 employer match and an additional 10% employer contribution

….and other benefits:

–          Breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily for a minimal charge

–          Robust professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement

–          Technology reimbursement

–          Award-winning platinum LEED facility anchored by a 19th century farmhouse

About the position

The Senior Accountant & Tax Specialist is responsible for reconciling financial accounting activity and performing the day-to-day tax and regulatory functions related to the Foundation’s tax reporting.  This position has the role of gaining a thorough understanding of complex accounting and tax matters affecting the Foundation to ensure proper tax planning, compliance, research, tracking, analysis and reporting.  This position will support the Deputy CFO and Controller, Finance team and other internal staff as well as interact with external tax advisors and peer foundations.

 Primary responsibilities

1.       Participates in analysis of accounting and tax issues as they arise with an emphasis on reporting for alternative investments.  In conjunction with external tax advisors, researches new and pending tax regulations and assesses impact and resulting reporting requirements.

2.       Provides technical expertise, reviewing and recommending procedures for compliance with international, federal, state and local tax regulations.  Responsible for documenting tax positions and implementing processes and procedures.

3.       Supports the Deputy CFO and Controller in the evaluation and monitoring of alternative investments for regulatory compliance and performs analysis to recommend the appropriate entity structure for new or renewing investments based on tax implications.

4.       Supports the Deputy CFO and Controller in the review of legal agreements for accounting and tax matters, participates in discussions with investment managers and/or their legal team if needed and recommends side letter language if necessary.

5.       Primary contact for investment tax related subscription document questions.

6.       Obtains U.S. Residency Certificates and foreign exemption letters as needed.

7.       Prepares all accounting and tax schedules, reconciliations and journal entries related to Forms 990-PF, 990-T and state tax filings for internal and external audit review.

8.       Prepares Forms 990-PF and 990-T for internal and external review.  Responds to all review notes and reviews returns prior to filing.

9.       Prepares state registrations, annual reports and tax exemptions.

10.   Assists with tax and payout forecasts as well as preparation of all quarterly tax estimates and return extensions.

11.   Responsible for the collection and follow up on all federal and state Schedule K-1’s, foreign reporting forms and all other relevant tax related information and forms.

12.   Tracks foreign entity elections, transactions, ownership and related information for foreign reporting forms.  Reviews externally prepared foreign reporting forms prior to filing.

13.   Fulfills accounting, audit and tax information requests as required.

14.   Performs complex accounting reconciliations, financial analysis and other duties as assigned.

15.   Supports the Deputy CFO and Controller during interactions with the Internal Revenue Service and State Treasury related matters.

16.   Develops collaborative relationships with external audit and tax advisors and demonstrates partnership with internal departments to maximize the benefits realized from the relationships.

17.   Develops processes and procedures as necessary to ensure accuracy and maintain proper internal controls.  Identifies and implements opportunities for operational improvements in the accounting, audit and tax preparation processes.

18.   Assists with special projects as needed.

19.   Strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

 Qualifications

•          Excellent analytical, writing, verbal and social communication skills.

•          BA/BS degree accounting or finance required; Master’s in taxation preferred.   CPA or enrolled agent status required.

•          Three plus years of public accounting experience in financial statement audit assurance and federal tax matters.  Tax experience with investments and partnerships required.  Knowledge of international and exempt organization tax compliance and regulatory issues highly desirable.  Private foundation experience a plus.

•          Strong knowledge of Windows-based spreadsheet and word processing software required (Microsoft Office products).  Knowledge and experience working with accounting and tax software (Great Plains and ProSystem fx, respectively) preferred.

•          Advanced skill level with excel.

•          Proven organizational and planning skills with excellent attention to detail.

•          Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and organize efficiently.

•          Positive team attitude.

Application deadline is May 12th, 2019.

The Kresge Foundation, an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeks to reach a broad and diverse candidate pool when filling vacant positions. We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds because we believe that the foundation and its work benefit from the various perspectives and talents of a diverse staff. 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.

How To Apply

Please click the link below to apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=175967&source=CC3&lang=en_US

OVERVIEW

Global Fund for Women’s vision is a world where every woman and girl is strong safe, powerful, and heard. No exceptions. For the last 32 years, we have been a global champion for the rights of women and girls, using grantmaking and advocacy to propel global movements for women’s rights.

Global Fund for Women’s vision is a world where every woman and girl is strong safe, powerful, and heard. No exceptions. For the last 32 years, we have been a global champion for the rights of women and girls, using grantmaking and advocacy to propel global movements for women’s rights.

The Development Officer – West will be based in San Francisco and will be responsible for strategic outreach, cultivation, and solicitation of donors giving $5,000-$99,999 in the Western region of the United States. The person in this role will also work to grow the portfolio of major donors by prospecting among new contacts and lower-level donors; support organization-wide stewardship strategies; utilize the organization’s Salesforce database to maintain detailed records of donor relationships to build and support institutional memory; and organize and support major-donor and prospect cultivation events in the Western region.

Position Overview

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Officer – West is charged with supporting regional major gifts strategies and systems, managing a portfolio of major donors, and supporting the regional Director in strategic outreach, cultivation and solicitation of major donors. As an officer in the major gifts program, this position is responsible for raising approximately $2 million. This includes the existing major donor portfolio, as well as increasing the portfolio yield through a combination of strong stewardship and prospecting in the Western region (i.e. San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Denver, etc.). This position requires availability to travel regularly (approximately 15%) to meet with donors. The officer will be responsible for supporting a coordinated, efficient, org-wide donor stewardship plan and calendar, managing an affinity group of young professional donors (the San Francisco Vanguard Advisory Council), maintain records in and generate reports as needed from the Salesforce donor database; and create and support donor-oriented events in the Western Region, as well as support the execution of approximately two in-house major donor mailings per year.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Major Gifts Program

• In partnership with the major gifts directors and with input from their supervisor, develop and oversee a comprehensive, regional annual plan for major gifts, including new strategies to increase giving from the current major donor pool and to increase the number of major donors; manage annual communication, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for existing and prospective major donors in the Western Region.

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of major donors and major donor prospects, with the capacity to make four and five figure gifts. Through cultivation and solicitation of these donors contribute substantially to raising revenue of approximately $2 million + annually.

• Ensure that all major donors receive appropriate, consistent engagement/acknowledgment and an accounting of the impact that their gift has on community needs annually.

• Set strategies and incentives for upgrading major donors and for encouraging stretch gifts.

• Ensure that the President and CEO’s time and that of other program staff is used strategically and efficiently for major donor fundraising.

• Stay informed and knowledgeable about planned giving options for donors to the Global Fund. Work with the Development team to grow and steward the Anne Firth Murray Circle of donors, who have made or plan to make bequest, legacy, or estate gifts to the Global Fund for Women.

• Stay informed and knowledgeable about programmatic activities, maintaining the capacity to converse with donors about diverse areas of the Global Fund for Women’s work.

• Develop prospect research using free online tools and giving profiles of existing lower-level donors to build prospect pipeline and prioritize prospects in the Western region.

• Ensure donor and prospect data is recorded in the database and that all donor information is maintained with respect to confidentiality. Maintain impeccable database records including detailed notes on donor meetings and correspondence to ensure good organizational memory and careful and attentive donor stewardship.

• Organize and manage all back-end for major donor cultivation and prospecting events in the Western or Eastern Region, including outreach, logistics and follow up.

• In coordination with the Development Associate, support report generation and other tasks aligned with scheduled stewardship engagement including list pulls and mailing of Fall and Spring Impact Reports, holiday cards, CEO letters, annual report, and Donor acknowledgements.

• Create donor acknowledgment letter content and templates quarterly.

Miscellaneous

• Serve as staff liaison to the Young Professionals Network “Vanguard Advisory Council” in San Francisco to fundraise and increase demographic reach of organization

• Participate in cross-team projects and assignments

• Follow Global Fund for Women policies and procedures, and contribute to institutional knowledge

• Represent the Development team in a positive way within the organization and in interactions with individuals and organizations external to the Global Fund for Women

• Maintain the integrity of donor relationships and the Global Fund for Women’s fundraising philosophy.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Required

• Demonstrated success in relationship building

• Demonstrated ability to solicit and close gifts of five and six figures

• An ability to think strategically and execute tactically

• A commitment to international women’s rights and a strong desire to support global women’s rights movements and women’s initiatives

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

• Flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with an ability to adjust to changing priorities

• Entrepreneurial spirit, with the enthusiasm and energy to implement new strategies and meet ambitious goals

• Ability to work comfortably in a shared workspace; demonstrated productivity in remote-working situations

• Strong organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, and implement projects, and execute excellent follow through

• Willingness and ability to travel to meet with major donors within the US

• Complete comfort and familiarity with the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

• Excellent judgment, including sensitivity to confidential information

• Willingness to pitch in when needed on administrative and operational tasks (picking up mail, depositing checks at the bank, event set-up)

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Excellent inter-office relationship skills; the ability to develop positive working relationships across teams and levels and demonstrate sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints and different communication styles in a multicultural environment.

• Ability to multitask and skillfully balance competing needs across the team

Preferred

• Fluency in a language in addition to English

• Familiarity with Salesforce or other fundraising databases

• Familiarity with prospect research tools and strategies

Education and experience:

• Minimum of 5 years professional experience in non-profit fundraising or external relations with experience in major gifts

• BA/BS Required

• International experience is preferred

How To Apply

Please apply via our website: https://globalfundforwomen.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Woods Fund Chicago seeks to help create a society where people of all racial and ethnic groups across all levels of social and economic status are empowered and have a voice to influence policies that impact their lives and where all communities are free of poverty and racism.

Woods Fund is a grantmaking foundation committed to the promotion of social, economic, and racial justice through the support of community organizing and public policy that engages people that are most impacted.

Position Overview

The next president of Woods Fund will be a proven leader of the highest personal and professional integrity and demonstrate an enthusiastic commitment to the vision and mission of the foundation. The position demands exceptional written and verbal communication skills, seasonal political instincts, and superior leadership and management skills. The president will be thoughtful, visionary and confident, with authentic empathy and humility.

The next president will have demonstrated experience working and collaborating with disinvested (or communities most impacted by structural racism and economic justice) communities and peoople of color, as well as a strong track record advancing racial equity and economic justice.

The successful candidate will be experienced in working closely with a board of directors, staff, outside consultants and others, along with a proven ability to motivate and lead. Knowledge of the Chicago metropolitan region is highly desirable as is an in-depth understanding of the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. A demonstrated track record in budgeting, financial and investment management, along with a working knowledge of related laws and regulations, is required. A creative, organized, focused and goal-oriented personality, coupled with a high level of initiative and energy, is preferred.

A bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred. The next president must have at least 8-10 years of professional management experience.

How To Apply

Woods Fund 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 “Woods Fund Chicago – President 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. Due to the anticipated number of applications, Morten Group will respond only to those applicants selected for interviews.

Woods Fund is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factors.

For best consideration, please submit application materials by May 1st. Applicants from historically underrepresented communities, including people of color, are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Working Films

Working Films was one of the first organizations using documentary film to raise public consciousness, catalyze action, and create real and measurable impact. Since our founding in 1999, we have honed an approach that engages communities nationwide in advancing social justice and environmental protection.

Working Films builds partnerships between documentary makers and advocates to tackle the biggest issues of our time. We train and work with change leaders using film to enhance their programs, extend their reach, and move their missions forward. We identify partners’ needs, work with them to select great media, and put it to work through screening tours, trainings, policy briefings, and in other strategic settings. Our approach prioritizes leadership in directly impacted communities and respects the interests of the people most affected by the issues at hand.

Position Overview

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Working Films is conducting a national search for a full-time Development Manager to lead the organization’s fundraising. The Development Manager will report to the co-directors and work closely with them and the finance committee of Working Films’ board to create and implement an annual fundraising plan.

Primary duties include:

●      Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that supports the innovative programming work of the organization.

●      Lead and coordinate the timely preparation, writing, and submission of all elements of grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and of narrative and financial grant reports.

●      Prepare and send acknowledgements to all of Working Films institutional supporters and individual donors.

●      Manage foundation relations, including retaining current foundation supporters and increasing grants from current funders.

●      Prospect and secure new sources of foundation support and new major individual donors.

●      Create and maintain an accurate and complete grants calendar and fundraising schedule that notes all proposal deadlines and dates that grant reports are due.

●      Design, manage, track, and implement 3+ individual donor solicitation campaigns via social media, email and direct mail per year.

●      Maintain a thorough understanding of Working Films activities in order to prepare successful fundraising approaches to grow the organization’s programs.

●      Track all fundraising activities, gifts, and interactions in SalesForce and prepare monthly development reports for the WF co-directors and Board Finance Committee.

●     Support the co-directors as they lead External Fundraising activities. The Development Manager will support the co-directors as they engage in external donor relations and presentations.

The development manager must have:

●      3-5 years experience in developing and implementing successful fundraising plans for organizations with budgets of $1 million and higher.

●      Experience and success grant-writing and securing institutional support.

●      Deep experience and knowledge of trends in foundations, philanthropy, individual giving, and crowdfunding.

●      Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

●      Experience in SalesForce and/or similar fundraising databases and search engine systems, or a demonstrated ability to learn it quickly.

●      Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with a dynamic and diverse team.

●      Enthusiasm for Working Films’ mission and about being part of the organization.

●      The ability to make successful public presentations about our work.

●     Experience fundraising in the sectors of film and/or social justice is highly preferred.

Working Films is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Candidates of color are particularly encouraged to apply. Working Films encourages applications from veteran fundraisers seeking (or interested) in coming out of retirement to support social justice organizing in the documentary film world.

Salary:We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, a generous benefits package, and a pleasant work environment.

Location: This is a remote opportunity. Relocation to Wilmington, NC is desired, but not required.

To Apply: Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume and at least two successful proposal or LOI writing samples to: apply@workingfilms.org

Valhalla Charitable Foundation invests in and supports innovative organizations having impact in three areas: education (with an emphasis on early childhood development and parental support in the U.S.), environmental innovation, and medical research. Through VCF and on a personal basis, they make grants to nonprofit organizations (80% of their investments) as well as equity investments in for-profit social impact organizations (20% of their investments).

Position Overview

ASSOCIATE

VALHALLA CHARITABLE FOUNDATION/FOX HOLLOW VENTURES

WOODSIDE, CA

ABOUT VALHALLA CHARITABLE FOUNDATION / FOX HOLLOW VENTURES

Fox Hollow Ventures LLC (“Fox Hollow”) is the family office for Scott Cook (co-founder of Intuit) and Signe Ostby (collectively, the “Principals”). Fox Hollow supports Scott and Signe’s philanthropic endeavors through the Valhalla Charitable Foundation (“VCF”).

Valhalla Charitable Foundation invests in and supports innovative organizations having impact in three areas: education (with an emphasis on early childhood development and parental support in the U.S.), environmental innovation, and medical research. Through VCF and on a personal basis, they make grants to nonprofit organizations (80% of their investments) as well as equity investments in for-profit social impact organizations (20% of their investments).

VCF assesses grant/investment decisions against six guideposts: an innovative solution meeting an important unmet need, demonstrated impact on learning and life outcomes proven through rigorous evaluation, potential for meaningful scale, sound business model and financials, exceptional leadership, and the opportunity to play a catalytic role for the organization to address the problem they are trying to solve.

Sample grantees/investments include UPSTART (Waterford Institute), Centering Healthcare Institute, Wildflower Schools, ParentPowered, ThinkCERCA, BetterLesson, UCSF Multiple Sclerosis Center and the Sandler Fellows Program, the Whitehead Institute Fellows, Environmental Defense Fund, One Acre Fund, and Living Goods + Last Mile Health.

THE OPPORTUNITY

With Scott and Signe’s commitment to The Giving Pledge, Valhalla Charitable Foundation is at an exciting inflection point as Scott and Signe seek to scale the impact of their giving. VCF is seeking a talented and resourceful Associate to fill out a small but mighty team. Reporting to the Executive Director of the foundation, this Associate will be an integral member of the grantmaking team, which formulates grant-making goals, strategies, and protocols; develops specific investment recommendations; supports portfolio organizations in maximizing their potential for impact; and assesses portfolio performance.

A detail-oriented project manager with a genuine interest in social impact, the Associate will have the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with colleagues to assess prospective investment opportunities, serve grantees, assess the performance of portfolio organizations individually and collectively, and serve as a welcoming and knowledgeable representative for the foundation externally. VCF is deeply committed to professional development and as the Associate grows and progresses in their role there will be opportunities for upward career mobility within VCF. This is a unique opportunity for a collaborative and driven individual who is excited by the opportunity to learn all aspects of grantmaking and by extension, increase the impact of organizations across the sector.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Associate will be responsible for the following activities:
• Conduct due diligence on prospective grantee organizations and evaluate potential investments
• Measure overall portfolio performance and share successes and failures with the team
• Provide strategic and analytical support to portfolio organizations (individually and collectively) to maximize their impact
• Serve as a trusted and strategic support for select portfolio organizations
• Research trends, prospects, and advances in the foundation’s issue areas and prepare summary analyses for review
• Support Scott, Signe, and senior leadership on special projects

CORE COMPETENCIES

• The Associate will possess the following qualifications:
• Robust analytical skills particularly with quantitative data (e.g., impact measurement, financial and statistical analysis), and strong judgment; demonstrated ability to quickly assess situations, identify trends, evaluate opportunities and develop solutions in a changing environment
• Strong project management skills and exceptional attention to detail; keen ability to organize a workplan and execute against deadlines; appropriately seek input from team members
• Curiosity, keen listening skills and a consultative, problem-solving approach to challenges
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and a willingness to jump in where needed
• Familiarity with the latest technology including web-based applications, analytical software, and data tracking tools including Salesforce
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; able to effectively synthesize analysis for multiple audiences with a focus on risk/reward
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders alike and to represent the foundation in a highly professional and supportive manner
• A style that includes flexibility, adaptability, a positive outlook, and an eagerness to “roll-up one’s sleeves” without significant oversight or direction
• Humble with a strong learning orientation and a willingness to act upon feedback
• Demonstrated passion for and commitment to the social sector
• A Bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred

CONTACT

Valhalla Charitable Foundation / Fox Hollow Ventures has engaged Koya Leadership Partners to help in this hire. Please submit a compelling cover letter and resume to Erin Reedy here.

Fox Hollow Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants regardless of the applicant’s race, color, religion, gender identify, age, or sexual orientation.

ABOUT KOYA LEADERSHIP PARTNERS

Koya Leadership Partners is a national retained executive search and human capital-consulting firm that works exclusively with nonprofits and social enterprises. We deliver measurable results, finding exceptionally talented people who truly fit the unique culture of our client organizations and ensuring that organizations have the resources and strategies to support them. For more information about Koya Leadership Partners, visit www.koyapartners.com

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How To Apply

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The Organization
Director of Development/Campaign Director

The Library of Congress seeks a Director of Development/Campaign Director to help realize the vision of the 14th Librarian, Dr. Carla Hayden, in making the Library a public institution accessible to all Americans.

The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, with a collection of more than 168 million items that include more than 39 million cataloged books and print materials in 470 languages; more than 74 million manuscripts; the largest rare book collection in North America; and the world’s largest collection of legal materials, films, maps, sheet music, and sound recordings. The Library adds approximately 12,000 items to its collection every working day.

But the Library of Congress does not merely collect and preserve objects. To be successful, collections must be used. While Congress is the Library’s most visible user, the institution has inspired, informed, and engaged creators and learners of all ages and backgrounds for 219 years. Under the leadership of Dr. Hayden, the Library has embraced this scope with a new sense of dedication and purpose. The Library is planning a major $60M campaign to undertake a renovation of the Thomas Jefferson Building, the home to the Great Hall that is open to all learners and the Main Reading Room where researchers work.

The Director of Development/Campaign Director will design and lead every aspect of a comprehensive, multi-year campaign that will also establish the foundation for long-term annual fundraising. Reporting to the Librarian through her Chief of Staff, the Director of Development/Campaign Director will collaborate with the highest-level fundraising volunteers and lead the development team to secure transformational support for the Library of Congress’ civic, education, and outreach efforts.

The ideal Director of Development/Campaign Director will be a sophisticated relationship-based fundraiser who is comfortable earning the confidence of high-level donors and volunteers and has the skills to plan and manage significant long-term projects. The Director will combine these skills with a personal or professional passion for history, literature, song, and film.

Ideal candidates will have:

* 10 years of experience in a comprehensive non-profit development program; experience fundraising in a library or cultural institution is preferred.
* Substantial experience within a successful campaign of a national organization.
* Experience building and managing a comprehensive fundraising department that includes outreach to government officials, individual major gifts, foundation grants, and/or special events.
* Proven ability to develop cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that expand a donor base and increase revenue.
* Patience and tenacity in leading cultural change, securing buy-in, and building infrastructure.
* Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

For more information and to apply, please visit http://driconsulting.com/position/director-development-campaign/.

Position Overview
The Library of Congress seeks a Director of Development/Campaign Director to help realize the vision of the 14th Librarian, Dr. Carla Hayden, in making the Library a public institution accessible to all Americans.

Creative Capital supports innovative and adventurous artists across the country through funding, counsel and career development services. Our pioneering venture philanthropy approach helps artists working in all creative disciplines realize their visions and build sustainable practices. The organization began as an experiment to see how artists could benefit from the kind of opportunities afforded to entrepreneurs in other sectors. Our pioneering system of supporting artists is inspired by the venture capital principles of building a long-term relationship with a project, providing funding at strategic moments, and surrounding the project with critical resources, counsel and advisory services. Over time, this has become known as venture philanthropy.

In response to the National Endowment for the Arts’ termination of the majority of its grant programs for individual artists, Creative Capital was founded with a fierce commitment to freedom of expression. We aim to support the latest thinking in the field and to provide early support for projects that initially have challenges receiving funding from other sources. We also strive to help all artists gain access to the tools and strategies needed for improved self-sufficiency. Creative Capital has since become the leader in supporting individual artists and the only national organization that has made a long-term commitment to artists’ career development.

Creative Capital is committed to diverse cultural and social perspectives whether or not they are represented in the organization in all its forms and is an equal opportunity employer, Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Position Overview

The Creative Capital internship program is an opportunity to receive practical arts administration training for individuals interested in pursuing careers in the arts. The Communications intern will help with a range of responsibilities, receiving an immersive work experience and gaining exposure to many professional activities under the mentorship of Creative Capital staff. During the internship period, Creative Capital will be in the process of organizing its Artist Retreat. The intern will assist these project with web and social media content. Additionally, interns will be invited to participate in the planning and development of several communications and outreach initiatives.

Position Requirements

Open to current college seniors, graduate students, recent graduates or individuals interested in transitioning to arts administrative work.

Applicants should have:

–       Excellent information management and organization skills

–       Strong verbal and written communication skills

–       Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Apps

–       Attention to detail, adaptability to change and ability to manage several different projects day to day

–       Creative, collaborative problem-solving skills

–       Interest in work on equity-building for underrepresented communities

–       A strong interest in contemporary arts

This internship is for 13 weeks from June 3 to August 30, 2019.   Interns are asked to work 24 hours/3 days a week. Our office is open Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm. Final schedule will be determined in conversation with Communications staff. Compensation is $15 per hour.   This is a temporary, part-time (non-eligible for benefits) position.

How To Apply

Application Instructions

Please email intern@creative-capital.org with Communications Department in the subject line. Please include your resume and a cover letter tailored to this opportunity. In preparing your application we encourage you to review our website to better understand Creative Capital’s mission and programs: creative-capital.org. No calls, please.  Application deadline:  April 15, 2019.

The Wallace Foundation – an independent, national philanthropy with $1.5 billion in assets based in New York City – traces its origins back more than half a century to DeWitt and Lila Acheson Wallace, founders of The Reader’s Digest Association.

The Wallace Foundation’s mission is to improve learning and enrichment for disadvantaged children and to foster the vitality of the arts for everyone.  In each of its focus areas – Arts, Education Leadership, and Learning and Enrichment – the Foundation seeks to achieve “dual goals” by simultaneously creating benefits:

·         at the local level through supporting its grantees in delivering and improving their services to their target beneficiaries, and

·         at the national level by identifying and helping to answer one or more significant questions whose answers are not known but which, if known, could help propel progress broadly in the field.

Using what is referred to as the “Wallace Approach,” the Foundation designs its initiatives based on efforts to understand the context of the fields in which they work, fund programmatic work in the field to generate improvements and insights, and catalyze broad impact through the creation and dissemination to practitioners and policy makers of a broad range of accessible and useful studies, reports and tools emanating from the work.

All Wallace initiatives are designed and implemented through interdisciplinary teams consisting of staff from its program, communications and research units. The team works collaboratively to create strategies that capture the synergy of its members’ diverse knowledge, skills, experience and ways of thinking. Team members from program, communications and research units are responsible for managing the grants in their respective disciplines and for collectively coordinating the work of grantees across disciplines.

The Role

The position of Director of Research at The Wallace Foundation offers an unusual opportunity at the most senior level of a well-resourced private foundation to apply the skills and experience of a seasoned social science researcher and manager across a broad range of types of research where s/he can make a meaningful contribution to improving the lives of disadvantaged children and the vitality of the arts at a national scale.

Reporting directly to the Foundation’s president, the Director of Research is a member of Wallace’s senior management team, with shared responsibility for strategic planning, policy, and organizational development. The Director is a significant contributor to the design of initiatives, integrating a research and policy analysis perspective with those of Wallace’s other disciplines as they seek to achieve “dual benefits” in their work.  In addition, s/he is a member of the Foundation’s Public Policy Engagement Working Group.

The Director leads a team of two senior research officers, a research officer and an administrative assistant, who are responsible for managing the research grantees and partners whose work they commission to support Wallace’s knowledge agenda.

The Wallace Foundation commissions a wide variety of types of research and practical tools in its focus areas – from literature reviews and knowledge syntheses that can inform both the field and the design of its initiatives; to implementation, cost, effects and sustainability studies of the Foundation’s funded work; to tools and guides that help policy makers and practitioners apply the results of what we learn in a variety of contexts.

Please visit the Foundation’s Knowledge Center at www.wallacefoundation.org/knowledge-center for examples of the broad range of knowledge products we publish.

Position Overview

Responsibilities Include

Strategy, initiative design, and implementation through interdisciplinary teams

·          Actively contribute to strategy and initiative design through interdisciplinary teams, bringing a social science research and policy analysis perspective to the interdisciplinary team discussion.

·         Contribute to identifying important unanswered questions (“high-leverage knowledge gaps”) in the Foundation’s areas of focus for potential Wallace initiatives to support a fully integrated evidence-based approach.

·         Contribute to the design of large-scale research projects for each initiative, with a focus on generating results that would most benefit practitioners and policymakers, and advance knowledge in the field. These research projects often include: synthesis of existing evidence related to the initiative’s knowledge agenda, implementation evaluations, outcome studies, and opportunities and challenges for an initiative to inform policy.

·         Manage the work of research grantees, contractors and partners – primarily through leadership of the unit – to build a relationship of trust, candor and transparency so that discussion of challenges and problems leads to shared problem-solving and resolution, and progress and success is recognized and built on.  Actively participate in the editorial review process for major reports to ensure credibility, clarity, organization, non-partisanship and usefulness while respecting and maintaining the independence of third-party researchers.

·         Fulfill Wallace’s responsibility as stewards of the Foundation’s resources by ensuring research grantee budgets cost-effectively reflect the scope and deliverables to support the initiative goals, spending is monitored, financial reports are reviewed, and up-to-date records are maintained in the grants management database.

Strategic approach, policy, organizational development and accountability

·         Actively engage in and contribute to the strategic thinking and planning for the Foundation’s overall approach to grantmaking and knowledge development as expressed in the Wallace Approach.

·         As a member of the Public Policy Engagement Working Group comprised of senior leaders at Wallace, contribute to the development of plans for policy work in areas where the evidence and policy window suggest it is warranted, consistent with Wallace’s policy engagement principles.

·         Actively contribute to building high-performing interdisciplinary teams across the foundation to improve how we work together, build trust, and advance Wallace’s mission.  Demonstrate an approach to shared problem solving that is grounded in advancing the work, assumes good intentions, demonstrates respect, and welcomes a diversity of perspectives. Support the individual professional development of staff in the Research unit.

·         Aligned with Wallace’s values of accountability and being good stewards of its resources, provide thought leadership in the process to develop the foundation’s indicators of progress and impact in the Foundation’s initiatives and policy engagement work. This includes leading the analysis and discussion of responsive action plans for the  Grantee Perception Report, and contributing to the identification of cross-cutting themes in the Year in Review Report to the Board.

Knowledge-sharing to catalyze broad impact

·         Working with the Program Directors and the Director of Communications, contribute to the development of appropriate knowledge dissemination strategies to further the foundation’s overall initiative goals.

·         Cultivate relationships with policy makers, practitioners, thought leaders, external networks such as funder collaborations, and professional associations to advance the thinking and dialogue in the fields relevant to the goals of the Foundation’s initiatives.

·         Contribute to sharing what we learn by representing Wallace at professional conferences, convenings and events.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a leading social science researcher and manager with demonstrated credibility, technical expertise, and managerial experience across a range of quantitative and qualitative methodologies. S/he will have a strong track-record of applied research and of managing other researchers. As a member of several interdisciplinary teams, s/he will be a persuasive advocate for the value of rigorous, credible research while understanding the limits to research created by – and helping to find practical solutions that address – dynamics in the field and the realities confronting grantees.

We are looking for an innovative leader knowledgeable in a wide range of research methodologies and approaches and connected to a wide and diverse network of research partners; a collegial team member able to contribute to culture of collaboration and constructive dialogue between Research, Programs and Communications; and an inclusive and adept people manager able to instill the same spirit and skills in the members of the Research unit s/he manages.  Subject matter expertise in one of the focus areas of the Foundation is an advantage but not a requirement.

As with all members of the Wallace staff, we seek candidates who are highly skilled in their professions and derive energy from working collaboratively across disciplines. All Wallace employees need to be able to work collegially with others from different backgrounds, think analytically and communicate clearly.  We value the flexibility to adapt to change, a desire to learn, and the ability to work productively both on one’s own and with colleagues inside and outside the foundation.

In terms of the performance and personal competencies required for the position, we would highlight the following:

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate as part of a high-performing, integrated, interdisciplinary team of professionals in a goal-oriented environment, actively contributing across the foundation to improving how we work together, build trust and advance Wallace’s mission.

·         Ph.D. in a social science discipline with a focus on applied research and/or policy analysis in a field related to the Foundation’s grantmaking.

·         Fifteen or more years of substantive experience in managing and conducting a variety of research approaches employing both quantitative and qualitative methods.

·         Extensive experience managing a broad array of research projects and/or as a principal investigator on major multi-site longitudinal research projects.

·         Excellent analytical, conceptual thinking, interpersonal, strategic planning and project management skills.

·         Strong listening, written and oral communication skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to work effectively with grantees and partners.

·         Ability to both lead and collaborate with senior management team colleagues to achieve the Foundation’s goals.

How To Apply

The Wallace Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to maintaining a diverse workplace where differing perspectives are a source of strength. People of color are encouraged to apply.

To submit an application, please contact Russell Reynolds Associate at the email address below.

All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

Wallace_Research@russellreynolds.com

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private 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 Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private 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.

About the position

The Higher Education Fellow will support the Education Program in advancing its goal of helping more low-income and students of color enter and succeed in undergraduate education. The Fellow will gain experience and insight into institutional philanthropy, higher education policy and advocacy, research and strategies to incorporate equity firmly in higher education work. This position provides a valuable career development opportunity for an emerging higher education or philanthropy professional.

The fellowship is a two-year appointment and is open to those who have completed a minimum of master’s level training in a field related to higher education access and success, such as higher education administration, higher education public policy or student affairs. We are most interested in candidates whose work experience and education has included coursework or activities related to access and success, public policy, community colleges, minority-serving institutions, urban education, and who have a demonstrated commitment to racial equity.  Relocation assistance may be available for this position.

Primary responsibilities

·            Lead at least one priority project during the term of the fellowship, on a topic to be jointly determined.

·            Assist with the team’s review of grant requests and management of its portfolio of grants.

·            Analyze reports from grantees to identify key lessons that should be highlighted, shared and applied to our future strategies.

·            Conduct background research and analysis to support team strategy and program development; this includes keeping abreast of new developments and published research in relevant fields.

·            Analyze data from various sources to identify patterns, trends and insights to inform our strategies.

·            Prepare key materials for internal and external presentations and meetings, supported by relevant research.

·            Develop clear, concise written communications (including memos, briefs and grant recommendations) for a range of audiences.

·            Contribute to the development of the team’s strategic learning and evaluation infrastructure, practices and activities.

·            Participate in travel to conferences, convenings and site visits as needed.

Qualifications

·            Minimum of master’s degree in a field relevant to higher education access and success.

·            At least two years relevant work experience.

·            Ability to collaborate effectively within and across Kresge program teams.

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

·            A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

·            Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.

·            Ability to manage a heavy workload and flexibility with shifting priorities.

·            A self-starter who can multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

·            A strong work ethic.

The Application Deadline for this position is April 30, 2019

 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.

How To Apply

To apply please click the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&jobId=175321&lang=en_US&source=CC3&ccId=19000101_000001

Founded in 1993, The Greenlining Institute envisions a nation where communities of color thrive and race is never a barrier to economic opportunity. Because people of color will be the majority of our population by 2044, America will prosper only if communities of color prosper. Greenlining advances economic opportunity and empowerment for people of color across the nation through advocacy; community and coalition building; research; and leadership development. Greenlining works to increase the health and wealth of people of color by targeting five major sectors of the economy: Financial Services, the Green Economy, Energy, Health, and Technology. We also train emerging leaders to advocate for equity and justice in their careers through our nationally recognized Leadership Academy programs. Greenlining has a bold, progressive and team-oriented culture and is deeply committed to upholding a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment for all.

Headquartered in California, Greenlining’s approach focuses on bringing grassroots community leaders face to face with leading public and private sector leaders. We design and support policies to open doors to opportunity. We don’t see these interactions as a zero-sum game in which one side must win and the other must lose. Instead, we reach for win-win solutions that expand the size of the pie for all Americans. For more information, visit us online at greenlining.org.
Position Overview

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Direction and Oversight
+ Assure that the organization has long-range strategies to effectively achieve its mission and measure its progress
+ Provide leadership in developing high-quality, proactive and responsive programs and policy strategy with corresponding organizational and financial plans in partnership with staff and Board
+ Ensure implementation of governance and management policies adopted by the Board
+ Provide strategic leadership in close coordination with program directors to advance local, state, and federal policies that advance racial and economic justice
+ Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field
+ Maintain official records and documents and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations

Board and Staff Relations
+ Support Board development and operations by regularly informing Board members on the condition of the organization and all important factors influencing it
+ Seek the Board’s guidance, direction, and approval on all important strategic matters and engage the Board in all key initiatives
+ Ensure appropriate systems are in place for recruitment, employment, development and retention of talented, diverse personnel
+ Ensure sound human resource practices including job descriptions and performance evaluations
+ Maintain and cultivate an effective executive leadership team, with appropriate provision for succession
+ Encourage professional development and training for staff consistent with their respective roles and responsibilities
+ Support and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace culture to attract, retain, and motivate exceptional staff
+ Provide leadership in applying and embedding a diversity, equity and inclusion framework to Greenlining’s internal processes and infrastructure

Fundraising and Financial Management
+ Develop and maintain sound financial practices and ensure effective stewardship of the organization’s resources
+ Work with the staff and Board in preparing and managing the organization’s budget to ensure organizational and programmatic needs are met while operating within legal and budget parameters
+ Support the implementation of annual fundraising plans and other revenue models to ensure long-term financial sustainability
+ Jointly, with the Executive Committee of the Board, conduct official correspondence of the organization and jointly, with designated officers, execute legal documents

Communications and External Relations
+ Broadly and strategically promote and position the activities of the organization, its programs and goals ensuring that the organization is consistently presented to relevant stakeholders
+ Guide the development of a comprehensive communications strategy to effectively tell the story of Greenlining’s work and incorporate strategic communications into our advocacy
+ Build strong ties with and galvanize The Greenlining Coalition – a diverse group of community-based organizations that have banded together around a common vision of social justice
+ Foment existing connections with; galvanize; and support the Greenlining Academy Alumni Association
+ Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with other allied community groups and organizations
+ Represent the programs, policy positions, and point of view of the organization to agencies, community partners, funders, and the general public via writing, speaking, conferences and other engagements
+ Develop strong relationships with existing funders and cultivate relationships with new supporters

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
+ Demonstrated commitment to Greenlining’s mission, vision, values and goals and an understanding of the intersectionality in Greenlining’s work, culture, and workplace
+ Demonstrated commitment to and experience in advancing equity and inclusion for people of color
+ Strong track record of a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible, senior-level management experience in the nonprofit, philanthropic, government and/or private sectors
+ Previous nonprofit management experience at a Director level or higher strongly preferred
+ Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field strongly preferred or experience in excess of the minimum experience requirement
+ Working knowledge of the local, regional and national landscape, including key stakeholders, data points and trends for the work done by Greenlining
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to confidently speak and represent the organization in local, regional and national forums
+ Courageous, strategic, collaborative and visionary leadership while being accountable, approachable, effective and inspiring
+ A consensus-builder with strong emotional intelligence to relate to, understand and lead others
+ Related public policy, legal, and/or research experience and expertise
+ Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain people-centric engagement strategies
+ Ability to build and motivate strong, efficient teams that exhibit high levels of trust and accountability
+ Fiscal management and fundraising experience at a scale similar to Greenlining ($7 million+ annual budget) or extensive experience building relationships with funders or having ample existing relationships with funders
+ Strategic planning and program and initiative management experience
+ Ability to effectively develop and facilitate outcomes-oriented meetings, retreats, workshops
+ Ability to evaluate existing systems, and develop and implement improvements
+ Ability and willingness to travel, as needed, to meetings and conferences throughout the state and possibly other locations

How To Apply

To apply, email a cover letter, resume and list of three references (candidates will be notified in advance of any outreach to your references) to greenlining@walkeraac.com on or before 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Use the subject line: President & CEO. Submit Microsoft Word or PDF files only (one combined PDF file is preferred). Resume review begins immediately.

Greenlining is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff and a welcoming workplace. We encourage women, immigrants, people of color and LGBTQ applicants to apply.