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The Organization

The Wallace Foundation – an independent, national, New York-based philanthropy with $1.5 billion in assets – 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 seeks to improve learning and enrichment for disadvantaged children and foster the vitality of the arts for everyone.  The foundation has an unusual approach: in each of our focus areas – Arts, Education Leadership, and Learning and Enrichment – we seek to identify, and help answer, one or more significant questions whose answers are not known but which, if known, could help propel progress more broadly.  Accordingly, we work with a small number of grant recipients both to help them test new ideas and generate improvements for those they serve, and to generate evidence and insights that, when shared broadly, can improve policy and practice in an entire field.

This “Wallace Approach” is reflected in the way the foundation develops its strategies and designs its initiatives. We begin by attempting to understand the context of the fields in which we work in order to identify the right unanswered questions to address.  We then simultaneously fund programmatic work in the field by organizations—including technical assistance and peer learning communities—and research that studies the process and results of their efforts in order to generate improvements and insights that can benefit both the people served by the grant recipients and the field. The public reports emanating from this work support our strategy of catalyzing broad impact, acting as a source of credible, useful lessons to be disseminated to key audiences.

The Wallace Approach is carried out in an interdisciplinary team-based structure.  Our three disciplines are program, communications, and research.  In each discipline, we seek employees who are both highly skilled in their professions and able to work collaboratively across disciplines to capture the synergy of diverse experience and ways of thinking.  Wallace employees need to be able to work collaboratively, 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.

The Director leads the interdisciplinary team for our work in the arts, actively contributing to building a high-performing team and advancing our mission. As the leader of the team, the Director ensures all voices are heard, options are considered and a discussion of pros/cons leads to a consensus. She/he demonstrates an approach to shared problem-solving that is grounded in advancing the work, assumes good intentions, demonstrates respect, builds trust, and welcomes diversity of perspectives.

Our work in the Arts

We currently have two major initiatives in the Arts: Building Audiences for Sustainability and Arts Education.

Building Audiences for Sustainability

Building Audiences for Sustainability reflects our rich history in supporting arts organizations in learning about ways to deepen, broaden and diversify their audiences. This six year initiative launched in 2015 with 25 performing arts organizations to develop practical insights onto how arts organizations can successfully expand their audiences in ways that also contribute to their long-term financial health. Grounded in research on a specific target audience, the organizations plan audience-building projects based on what they hope to learn, implement them, analyze the results and use this analysis to plan the next set of projects. Activities to develop audiences have run the gamut from new performances to new ancillary engagement activities. The first part of research related to this initiative, led by researchers at the University of Texas, Austin and scheduled for publication in 2018 will offer a summary of current research literature on audience building and financial health as well as an examination of the gaps in existing knowledge.

Arts Education

Wallace’s work in this area seeks to increase the equitable access to high-quality arts education for young people, especially those in high-poverty urban areas. Our current work, launched in 2014 and scheduled to extend to mid-2021, supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Youth Arts Initiative in testing innovative afterschool and summer arts programming for young people in their middle-school years. The arts programs being developed are based on principles of high-quality arts programming described in a Wallace-commissioned report Something to Say: Success Principles for Afterschool Arts Programs From Urban Youth and Other Experts. The first report in an ongoing evaluation of the initiative by the education research firm Research for Action, Raising the Barre and Stretching the Canvas: Implementing High Quality Arts Programming in a National Youth Serving Organization, was published in October 2017.

Looking Ahead

Wallace’s current arts initiatives are both well into implementation. One of the early tasks for the new Director will be to lead an interdisciplinary strategic planning process to design the next initiatives in the arts.

To learn more about our work and the more than 400 reports, tools and videos in our Knowledge Center, visit www.wallacefoundation.org.

Position Overview

ROLE

The Director of Arts leads the design, development, implementation and management of the Foundation’s initiatives in the arts.  The Director is a member of the Foundation’s senior management team, and as such shares responsibility for contributing to strategic planning, and policy and organizational development in the achievement of the Foundation’s mission.  As needed, the Director will also be a member of the foundation’s Public Policy Engagement Working Group. This position reports directly to the President.

Our program staff for grants management in the Arts includes a senior program officer on Wallace’s staff primarily dedicated to Building Audiences, four consultants at a Boston-based firm also supporting Building Audiences, and an external consultant for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Youth Arts Initiative. Effectively integrating internal staff and external consultants under our interdisciplinary approach and maintaining relationships with our grantees as partners in learning is a significant focus for the director.

RESPONSIBIITIES

·         Lead an interdisciplinary team of program, communications, and research professionals in the design, development and implementation of strategies and systems to support the Foundation’s mission in the arts.  Foster and ensure integration of program, communications, and research perspectives and ideas to achieve the Foundation’s “dual goals:” benefits for our grantees and those they serve, and benefits for the broader field through knowledge. As part of each initiative’s design, include the creation of learning communities and provision of relevant technical assistance in support of the grantees’ work.

·         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: understand the context; generate improvements and insights; and catalyze broad impact.

·         Manage the work of grantees, contractors and partners – primarily through leadership of the unit and outsourced grants management – 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.

·         Fulfill our responsibility as stewards of the Foundation’s resources by ensuring grantee budgets 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.

·         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 to support the Foundation’s mission to catalyze broad impact in our fields of interest by representing Wallace at professional conferences, convenings and events.

·         Working with the Director of Research and the Director of Communications, contributes to the development of appropriate knowledge development and dissemination strategies to further the Foundation’s overall initiative goals.

·         Prepare Board book materials and present to the Board of Directors on arts strategies, grant proposals, program updates, new program development and initiatives. Contribute to the development of the annual Year in Review Report.

·         Other duties as assigned by the President.

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Knowledge of policy and practice in the arts based on fifteen or more years of substantive experience in a leadership role in the field.

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and actively contribute to building high-performing interdisciplinary teams across the foundation to improve how we work together, build trust and advance Wallace’s mission.

·         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. The Wallace Foundation has retained the executive search firm H C Smith Limited for this search. All interested candidates are asked to please contact Becca Smith, becca@hcsmith.com.

The Organization

Women Moving Millions is seeking a passionate, highly qualified Executive Director to lead the organization into its next phase of growth and impact.

About Women Moving Millions

Women Moving Millions (WMM) is a global philanthropic community of people committed to large-scale investment in women and girls. Since 2007, WMM has inspired bold levels of giving, creating a new culture in breakthrough philanthropy. Our mission is to mobilize unprecedented resources for the advancement of women and girls.

The organization’s founding principles include:

• “We believe that if women step up and make big, bold investments, we can end gender inequality.
• We commit to cultivating philanthropic leaders because we know that fully activated leadership has the power to inspire change.
• We know that, with women’s global wealth at an unprecedented high, the time to act is now.”

For more information about Summit Public Schools, visit http://www.womenmovingmillions.org/

Position Overview

The Opportunity

The Executive Director must be an experienced leader with a strong commitment to the mission and values of WMM. The Executive Director’s core responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Strategic Vision and Leadership
• External Relations and Fundraising
• Organizational Management and Team Leadership

Candidate Profile

The Executive Director must be an experienced, innovative, and collaborative leader with compelling presence and exceptional communications and relationship building skills.

Specific desired skills, knowledge, and characteristics include:

• Authentic passion for the WMM mission and vision, including a desire to work in close collaboration with WMM’s members and to help create better outcomes for women and girls
• Demonstrated track record of expanding the scope, impact, and visibility of an organization or significant initiative
• Excellent communications skills, including the ability to articulate WMM’s mission and work in a clear and inspirational way to a wide range of audiences as a spokesperson and writer
• Strong sensitivity and commitment to gender, cultural, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity

Contact
Molly Brennan of Koya Leadership Partners have been exclusively retained for this search. To express your interest in this role, please submit your materials here. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

Women Moving Millions is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants.

Apply Here

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The Organization
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 69 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.

Position Overview
The Loyal Donor Officer is responsible for the ongoing cultivation, bequest solicitation, and stewardship of loyal donors. They conduct meetings with donors and prospects, cultivate relationships, and keep a portfolio of bequest prospects. The Loyal Donor Officer creates ongoing opportunities for contact with new and current loyal donors.

The Loyal Donor Officer is responsible for the stewardship, identification, qualification, cultivation and solicitation of loyal donors and other planned gift prospects through mail and email outreach, meetings, trips, events, and other activities in order to raise bequest notifications. They will work on a variety of communications activities including providing detailed program information to prospects and coordinating correspondence and acknowledgments across a program. The Loyal Donor Officer will utilize in-depth knowledge of the Conservancy’s local, state, national, and global conservation projects when working with loyal donors. They use the Conservancy’s donor database and spreadsheets to update donor information, produce reports, perform analysis, track activity, cultivate donors, and collaborate with systems (BBCRM) specialists to create/integrate Loyal Donor data requirements. The Loyal Donor Officer understands the basics of planned gifts and general fundraising practices, the influencing factors on donors and the types of assets that may be used for the donor’s giving, and applies that knowledge to interactions with donors and gift asks. They actively collaborate with other fundraising staff to move prospects capable of gifts of higher amounts and complexity to the appropriate prospect pool though established processes. The Loyal Donor Officer actively participates as a member of a community of practice, supporting colleagues across the organization in similar positions. They may be responsible for responding to inquiries from planned gift prospects, training and onboarding of new staff, stewarding Legacy Club members, and participating in other related activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

·   Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination.

·   Experience building relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff.

·   Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.

·   Experience working with cross-functional teams.

·   Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

·   Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross cultural experience appreciated.

·   Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.

·   Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.

·   Ability to educate and inform prospective and existing donors about appropriate giving vehicles.

·   Ability to implement and manage fundraising plans, including individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.

·   Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, specifically planned giving.

·   High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently.

·   Major gift and direct fundraising experience.

·   Strong negotiating and organizational skills.

·   Working knowledge of the basics of charitable gift planning.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all genders, diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, Disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

How To Apply

This position will be based in the Dublin, OH office. We offer a competitive salary with great benefits. For a complete position description and to apply, visit www.nature.org/careers and search for job ID #46469. Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM EST Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

The Organization

With the support of more than one million members, the Conservancy addresses the most pressing threats to people and nature, working in wild places and in human settled areas including cities.  Since its founding in 1951, The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 119 million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers worldwide. Through important and strategic partnerships, we are expanding the impact of our work, finding creative ways to pursue our vision of a world where people and nature thrive together, and building long-term relationships with communities and community organizations, government agencies, and commercial businesses. We create partnerships to apply nature based solutions to both climate change and the meeting of human needs while conserving natural resources at a new scale.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of diverse people of all genders, backgrounds, beliefs and culture.  Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law.

Position Overview

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Digital Marketing Professional, to be based in the Washington D.C. area, to join our Global Marketing Division to manage digital fundraising campaigns and field coordination.

The Digital Marketing Professional position will join a dynamic, growing team focused on converting and retaining donors through digital channels. The position will project manage key initiatives such as the critical Year End fundraising period and quarterly campaigns; and will collaborate with field marketing units on local or issue-based marketing campaigns big and small. The Digital Marketing Professional will thrive on creating collaborative approaches that meet the needs of diverse stakeholders, in an environment of continuous learning.

Now is an exciting time to be joining The Nature Conservancy! We are the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 72 countries and all 50 United States. This position offers an excellent fundraiser and leader the opportunity to join the staff of the largest conservation organization in the world. Our Global Marketing Division has an engaging combination of enthusiasm, experience, expertise, and above all, commitment to protecting the planet for current and future generations to come.

The organization is committed to growth in digital fundraising efforts, and the Digital Marketing Professional will have the opportunity to contribute to TNC’s digital transformation.

The successful candidate for the Digital Marketing Professional position will be driven by results, excited about organizing people to accomplish great things, and willing to pivot quickly to act on new opportunities presented by a changing digital landscape. S/he must be a flexible, collaborative thinker willing to champion projects to fruition.

The ideal candidate would have the following attributes and experience:

·         Able to manage projects in a team-based environment with internal and external partners.

·         Strong knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in digital fundraising.

·         Experience working with eCRMs, Content Management Systems, Web Analytics Platforms, and digital advertising platforms.

·         Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

The Organization

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and The Leadership Conference Education Fund seek an experienced, skilled, and innovative Vice President of Development to advance the Development Department in growing and sustaining current and future fundraising activities to support our missions.

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 200 organizations which promotes and protects civil and human rights in the America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated national lobbying efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957. The Leadership Conference Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund’s campaigns and programs empower advocates to push for progressive change in the US. The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund have a combined budget of $15.5M for FY18 and are each governed by a board of directors.

There are no organizations in the country better positioned to lead the fight for civil rights today. The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund develop and execute coordinated campaigns and programs to further democracy, justice, and opportunity for all. Under the new leadership of influential civil rights lawyer Vanita Gupta, it is reinvigorating its work to meet broad attacks on basic American democratic institutions and lay the groundwork for affirmative civil rights goals.

Position Overview

The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund seek a Vice President of Development to be a thought-partner in this effort and an integral member of the senior management team. Reporting to the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer as well as the President & CEO, the Vice President of Development will bring a blend of strategic and operational leadership that promotes new levels of engagement for current and prospective donors and advances a culture of philanthropy across The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund. This position is directly responsible for individual giving, major gifts, institutional giving, corporate sponsorships, special events, and development operations, supervising two directors and an overall development team of about six individuals.

Ideal candidates for this position will have the following qualifications:

• Passion for the organizations’ mission, history, and ambitions.
• At least 8 years of experience in leadership roles in comprehensive development programs; at least 3 years with significant supervisory and budgeting responsibilities.
• Experience leading fundraising for advocacy programs or for C3 and C4 organizations.
• Experience working successfully with the most senior leaders and stakeholders in an organization and serving as an effective strategist and relationship-building partner.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, direction, and management oversight that catalyzes elevated levels of performance across an organization.
• Hands-on experience in securing 6- and 7-figure gifts; experience engaging high-profile donors in a major metropolitan area is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree and CFRE is preferred.

The Organization

Founded in 1940, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund (RBF) advances social change that contributes to a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world. The RBF’s grantmaking is organized around three themes: Democratic Practice, Peacebuilding, and Sustainable Development. Though the Fund pursues its three program interests in a variety of geographic contexts, it has identified several specific locations on which to concentrate cross-programmatic attention. The Fund refers to these as “RBF pivotal places”: subnational areas, nation-states, or cross-border

regions that have special importance with regard to the Fund’s substantive concerns and whose future will have disproportionate significance for the future of a surrounding region, an ecosystem, or the world. The Fund currently works in two pivotal places: China and the Western Balkans. The Charles E. Culpeper Arts & Culture program, focused on New York, nurtures a vibrant and inclusive arts community in the Fund’s home city.

Through its grantmaking, the Fund supports efforts to expand knowledge, clarify values and critical choices, nurture creative expression, and shape public policy. The Fund’s programs are intended to develop leaders, strengthen institutions, engage citizens, build community, and foster partnerships that include government, business, and civil society. Respect for cultural diversity and ecological integrity pervades the Fund’s activities.

About The Pocantico Center

In addition to overseeing the stewardship of the historic buildings, collections and gardens, The Pocantico Center is a venue for conferences and meetings on critical issues related to the mission of the RBF. It also serves as a community resource and offers public access through a visitation program, lectures, and cultural events, as well as support to artists and arts organizations in the greater New York City area. Located 20 miles north of Manhattan in the Pocantico Historic Area, The Pocantico Center is managed by the Rockefeller Brothers Fund as part of its agreement with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Position Overview

The Rockefeller Brothers Fund seeks a Collections Manager who will be responsible for the stewardship of the collections housed within the various sites at The Pocantico Center. S/he will also oversee the care and maintenance of the fine and decorative arts within Kykuit, its gardens, the Coachbarn, the Playhouse, and assembled buildings. The incumbent will be responsible for developing long-range conservation plans, and implementing administering conservation and restoration projects. S/he will cultivate interpretive and historical exhibitions.

The Collections Manager reports to the Executive Director of The Pocantico Center, supervises the Conservation Technician, Curatorial Assistant, Interns, and Consultants.

Key Responsibilities

Collections Management

·     Evaluate current practices, stay current with professional standards, and develop new practices in collections management. Review collections management plan, revise and set new policies, as necessary.

·     Oversee inventory, insurance records, photograph collections, and matters related to public visitation.

·     Manage collection-related budget in consultation with the Executive Director, Pocantico Center.

·     Train and supervise part-time staff in clerical work, collection care, and other related duties.

Conservation Management

·     Work with Conservation Technician to assess and monitor the condition of collections, including the fine and decorative arts in the main house and galleries, the sculpture in the gardens, the Playhouse, and the Coachbarn collections.

·     Partner with Conservation Technician to develop and oversee conservation projects of various aspects of the collection.

·     Maintain knowledge of current trends, professional practices, developments and controversies in the field of conservation as they relate to various aspects of the collections, in order to work with the Conservation Technician to evaluate proposals and monitor conservation projects.

Curatorial Management

·     Establish and maintain a network of colleagues at institutions with related collections for exchange of historical and practical knowledge.

·     Research and create exhibits at Pocantico and the NYC offices, and write brochures and labels for the collections.

·     Review, and develop as needed, texts surrounding artwork and objects.

·     Explore developing a web-presence for the collections.

Curatorial Activities

·     Conduct special tours, as necessary.

·     Organize program of Learning Opportunities for the public, drawing on the expertise of in- house staff and visiting scholars; manage and develop staff.

·     Respond to collection-related inquiries, surveys, etc. from the National Trust, and others.

·     Work collaboratively with Historic Hudson Valley in the operation of the tour program.

The incumbent will perform all other duties assigned by the Executive Director, Pocantico Center.

Qualifications

·    Knowledge of collections management, care, documentation, and classifications.

·    Knowledge in the history of fine and decorative arts related to the collections (sculpture and painting of the twentieth century, Chinese ceramics from the Han to the Qing dynasties, furnishings of the 18th to the 20th century, Beaux-Arts gardens and architecture).

·    Experience in monitoring, administering and assessing conservation projects.

·    Long-range planning skills.

·    Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

·    Ability to understand and apply information technology to efficiently accomplish work.

Additionally, each employee is expected to:

·    Understand and support the philanthropic mission of the RBF.

·    Respect and value those who partner with or request assistance from the RBF.

·    Manage the resources of the RBF in a manner that maximizes the funds available for charitable activity.

·    Appreciate the value of diversity initiatives and equal opportunity in all work relationships.

·    Respect the contribution of each employee of the RBF and support colleagues in fulfilling their individual responsibilities.

·    Appreciate differences in perspectives and point of view and work collaboratively with colleagues toward shared goals and objectives.

·    Commit time to RBF activities and conversations that strengthen the Fund’s culture and improve its effectiveness.

Education & Experience

·     Bachelor’s degree in art history or museum studies with five years’ experience with the collections of an historic house. Alternatively, advanced degree in a related field, with three years of required experience.

How To Apply

The Rockefeller Brothers Fund is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from candidates regardless of race, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or religion. We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, a generous benefits package, and a pleasant work environment.

To apply, please send a letter explaining your interest in the position and qualifications along with a resume to recruiting@rbf.org. Include ‘Collections Manager’ on the subject line of your email. No telephone or fax inquiries please. Application deadline is May 11, 2018.

Rockefeller Brothers Fund

Attn: Human Resources – Collections Manager

475 Riverside Drive, Suite 900

New York, NY 10115

For additional information please visit our website at www.rbf.org.

The Organization

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 60 countries, all 50 United States, and your neighborhood. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity; therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce.  Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.

Want to help save the planet? One quarter of The Nature Conservancy’s funding comes from supporters who have named our organization a beneficiary of their estate plans. Many long-time donors make a gift in their will or trust to their favorite charities to ensure that the work they believe in will continue beyond their lifetime. The Conservancy considers these donors an important part of our “family” and invests the funds from these gifts in critical work to conserve lands and waters around the world for future generations. Join our team in a new initiative to build a meaningful stewardship and cultivation program for our loyal donors and help raise even more of these gifts critical to our conservation mission. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly motivated, loves interacting with diverse constituencies and supporters, and is interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization.

Position Overview

The Loyal Donor Program is seeking an energetic and dedicated professional to serve as Loyal Donor Officer in Massachusetts. This position works closely with fundraising staff to secure bequest notifications, steward our most loyal supporters, and uncover major and planned gift potential. Our ideal candidate will work well in a fast-paced environment, have experience working with donors, and has exceptional attention to detail. The Loyal Donor Officer will apply knowledge of our local, regional, and global conservation projects to their donor-centric approach to cultivation and solicitation of loyal donors. To be successful and happy in this position, candidates should have a strong interest in working with donors, an interest in learning about our organization’s conservation priorities and planned giving, and be available to travel when needed. We value collaborative approaches, diverse perspectives, and encourage innovative ideas and recommendations.

The ideal candidate will have a background and track record that includes:

Minimum Qualifications

·   Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination.

·   Experience building relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff.

·   Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.

·   Experience working with cross-functional teams.

·  Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

·         Multi-lingual; multi-cultural; cross cultural experience and background an asset.

·         Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.

·         Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.

·         Ability to implement and manage fundraising plans, including individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.

·         Major gift and direct fundraising experience.

·         Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, specifically planned giving.

·         High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently.

How To Apply

This position will be based in the Boston, MA office. We offer a competitive salary with great benefits. For a complete position description and to apply, visit www.nature.org/careers and search for job ID #46175.

Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM EST Thursday, May 10, 2018.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all genders, diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, Disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The Organization

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 60 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity therefore we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce.  Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.

Position Overview

Become a force for nature and a healthy planet by joining the Michigan team!

Over the last 50 years, The Nature Conservancy has worked with the people of the Great Lakes to protect more than one million acres of land, thousands of inland lakes and hundreds of miles of rivers.

The Associate Director of Philanthropy (ADoP) is responsible for building a portfolio of qualified donors and developing relationships.  They listen for opportunities for gifts of assets or other non-cash gifts, such as planned gifts and trade lands. The ADoP provides opportunities for donors to receive recognition and increase future giving. They involve appropriate partners in the field and staff at the Worldwide Office, keeping them apprised of interactions, issues or concerns, and direct questions as appropriate. They are capable of featuring the programs of the Conservancy in broad terms. The ideal candidate will have a background and track record that includes:

Minimum Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination.

·         Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents.

·         Experience in asking for and closing gifts of $25,000 or more.

·         Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.

·         Experience working with cross-functional teams.

·         Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

·   Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross cultural experience appreciated.

·   Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.

·   Ability to educate and inform prospective and existing donors about appropriate giving vehicles.

·   Ability to implement and manage fundraising plans, including individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.

·   Knowledge of current trends in the charitable giving in the areas of capital campaigns, major gifts or planned giving.

·   Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.

·   Proven ability to negotiate high profile or sensitive agreements.

Working knowledge of the basics of charitable gift planning.

Since its founding in 1951, The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 119 million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers worldwide. With the support of more than one million members, the Conservancy addresses the most pressing threats to our natural world.  Through important and strategic partnerships, we are expanding the impact of our work, finding creative ways to fund that bigger vision and building long-term relationships with communities, government agencies and commercial businesses in order to conserve natural resources at a new scale.

The Organization

The McKnight Foundation, a Minnesota-based family foundation, seeks to improve the quality of life for present and future generations. Program interests include regional economic and community development, Minnesota’s arts and artists, education equity, youth development, Midwest climate and energy, Mississippi River water quality, neuroscience research, international crop research, and rural livelihoods. Founded in 1953 and independently endowed by William and Maude McKnight, the Foundation has assets of approximately $2.4 billion and grants about $90 million a year. For more information, visit www.mcknight.org.

Designated as a Great Place to Work® for its high-trust, high-performance workplace culture, 100% of McKnight employees say they’re proud to work here. Employees love our mission and the chance to take on meaningful, creative work alongside caring, talented colleagues in a beautiful location with great benefits. In addition, McKnight has been recognized as one of the nation’s best workplaces for women and one of the nation’s best small workplaces.

Position Overview

Position Purpose

The international program assistant will provide program and administrative support for the Collaborative Crop Research Program (CCRP) including expenditure responsibility grants requiring detailed review and strict adherence to internal controls. Responsibilities include managing grantee information and reports, assisting with organization of local and international meetings and conferences, and overseeing grant nomination and application processes. The international program assistant (PA) is a key administrative contact person for grantees and consultants of the CCRP.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the CCRP.
  • Coordinate grant-making schedule among foundation staff and consultants.
  • Process grant proposals, payment letters, agreements, and other grant documents.
  • Review concept notes, proposals, grant reviews, and reports for correct and complete documentation.
  • Troubleshoot IGAM/GIFTS processes for grantees, consultants, and staff.
  • Primary administrative contact person for grantees and consultants.
  • Correspond with grantees about grant terms, reporting requirements, and other administrative information in a timely manner.
  •  Review concept notes and grant requests for completeness.
  • Inform consultants, program officer, and program director of any discrepancies found in reports.
  • Coordinate, with consultants, the planning and execution of virtual and in-person program meetings and calls throughout the year.
  • Track program grant payout to meet deadlines.
  • Work with consultants and communications department to update information on McKnight, CCRP.org, and CCRP space websites.
  • Program-specific administrative support as assigned.
  • Contribute to improving administrative grantmaking and program processes.
  • Maintain up-to-date CCRP Program Assistant manual.
  • Provide on-going support on efforts to improve CCRP operations and administrative processes.
  •  Respond to unsolicited grant requests and inquiries.

• Provide administrative support to international programs.
  • Coordinate creation and production of materials for Board of Trustees’ meetings.
  • Schedule, prepare agenda for, participate in, and take notes at team meetings.
  • Support program director with expense reports and credit card bill reconciliations.
  • Assist with travel arrangements and registration for conferences and meetings.
  • Support program-related meetings and gatherings.
  • Maintain shared user accounts for program collaboration and communications, such as SurveyMonkey and Zoom.

• Provide administrative support and participate in broader Foundation activities.
  • Assist with team-related meetings and Foundation-wide events, as needed.
  • Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, work groups, staff development activities, PA meetings.
  • Provide support for receptionist and other program areas, as needed.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to ensure that all program information, online and print materials is up-to-date, accurate, and effectively presented for various audiences.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to ongoing emerging priorities in short-term and long-term workload.
• Ability to learn, use, and support others in using new software and tools.
• Ability to work cross-culturally.
• Ability to prepare clearly written summaries and analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively interpersonally and in groups.
• Ability to handle heavy workload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage highly detailed work with speed and accuracy.
• Patience and a high comfort level with emergence and ambiguity.
• Proficiency in Spanish or French is desirable.
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Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years related full time professional work experience in a foundation, nonprofit, or government field, or a combination of equivalent experience and training. International work experience in a developing country is preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work is normally performed in an office work environment with little physical effort required.
• Regular operation of normal office machines (computer, copier, and fax) is required.
• There are occasional evenings and weekends required.
• Some travel outside of the McKnight Foundation office is required.

Hiring Range is $24.00-$25.00/Hour

The Organization

Mission

The mission of First Place is to help foster kids build the skills they need to make a successful transition to self-sufficiency and responsible adulthood.

Vision

We believe that all foster kids in the United States can achieve self-sufficiency and make a successful transition to adulthood so that the disparities between them and their non-foster care peers are eliminated. First Place is a national leader in building the evidence to support this drive and in increasing awareness, changing perceptions and building a movement to make it happen.

Position Overview

First Place for Youth (First Place), a $25M nationally-scaling nonprofit committed to supporting young people as they transition from foster care to adulthood, seeks a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead First Place into a new era of impact and geographic expansion.

First Place for Youth believes that foster youth, just like all youth, need a runway of support in the transition from adolescence to adulthood.  First Place partners with young people in finding a safe place to live, getting their first job, and continuing their education. Headquartered in Oakland, CA, First Place serves young people in six California counties and two additional states – with additional expansion on the horizon.

Leading a dynamic, youth-centric, and outcomes-driven organization, the new CEO will build upon First Place’s strong data-driven programming and national brand as it seeks to strengthen its impact and continue development of the national My First Place Affiliate Network.

This moment of opportunity requires an inspirational leader with an exceptional combination of qualities, skills, and experiences, including: a sophisticated understanding of executive leadership in child welfare, education, workforce development, or a related field; a proven ability to grow and scale an effective model to the national stage; a track record of supporting the use of data and evaluation to prove impact and improve programming; a demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion internally and externally; a bold and effective approach to fundraising; and proven success convening a broad set of stakeholders in advancing evidence-informed policy change at the national level.

The ideal candidate will lead First Place with a deep and authentic passion for marginalized young people, overseeing programming, affiliate expansion, policy and advocacy, learning and evaluation, fiscal management and fund development, and the continued growth, development and retention of high-performing staff. S/he/they will be a proven leader with the capacity to inspire, bringing deep and broad networks together in building a larger movement to end the disparities that young people in foster care experience as they enter adulthood.

INQUIRIES & APPLICATIONS

This search is being conducted by Allison Kupfer Poteet and Makeba Greene of the national search firm, NPAG. Nominations and applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, and your resume (in Word or PDF format) should be submitted to: FPFY-CEO@nonprofitprofessionals.com.

Please visit http://nonprofitprofessionals.com/job/fpfy-ceo/ to read the full position description.

Cultivating a diverse and inclusive team is an essential component of First Place for Youth’s commitment to advance equity. Candidates of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.