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Basics
Posted: April 26, 2024
Job title: Major Gifts Officer
Department: Development
Application deadline: 9 am ET Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Application materials:
Please submit an application using this form . You are welcome to preview all questions before beginning. We estimate that completing the application form will take you no longer than 1 hour, but there is no time limit.
If you’re interested, this academic paper provides an overview of the reasons to favor application forms that collect specific kinds of information over resumes and cover letters.
The form will ask you to provide the following:
Answers to multiple choice and restricted answer questions regarding your skills.
Short answer replies relating to your previous work experience and interests related to the qualifications listed for this role.
Application process timeline:
Phone screening: early to mid-June 2024
Skills assessment: mid-June 2024
Video interview: late June 2024
Target start date: July 2024
Terms of employment
Location:
Full-time remote; exempt position.
Accepting applicants based in the United States, United Kingdom, or Germany only. All applicants must be able to maintain the schedule requirements below.
Must be able to meet with colleagues in Eastern Time (US) (GMT-4) and Mountain Time (US) (GMT-6) most days of the week, as well as communicate with donors based in various US time zones every day to every few days. Additionally, the role may involve occasional meetings with colleagues in Pacific Time (US) (GMT-7) and European time zones (GMT+1 & GMT+2). Due to the global nature of our operations, some meetings may fall outside of local business hours.
Note: We do not sponsor work visas. We are only considering applicants eligible to work in the country where they plan to reside and work.
Public health:
We prioritize public health in how we do our work. We encourage measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. These may include vaccinations recommended by public health authorities.
In times of elevated public health risk, such as outbreaks or pandemics, we expect employees to cooperate with precautionary measures recommended by public health authorities. These may include regular testing, masking, social distancing, or other safety protocols aimed at reducing the risk of transmission.
When there are recommendations made by public health authorities regarding vaccinations, we will consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on medical or religious reasons, in accordance with our policy and applicable law.
Expected start date:
July 2024 (exact date flexible)
Expected Salary:
$83,524.42–$91,876.86, depending on the approximate cost of living in your area.
For a complete description of how we set and raise salaries, see our salary algorithm .
Benefits :
US only: Comprehensive health and dental insurance with vision insurance available.
Generous paid time off and leave policies. The typical structure includes:
Four weeks of paid vacation, 13 holidays, plus a two-week paid organization-wide break in late December.
Two weeks of paid sick leave, which may also be used for caring for human or non-human family members.
Note: Leave policies vary slightly by country of employment due to local regulations.
A remote framework that allows you to balance work and personal commitments, along with a technology stipend to cover associated costs.
A friendly, open culture that encourages feedback, collaboration, experimentation, and evidence-based innovation.
Opportunities for advancement as our team and programs continue their growth trajectory.
Dedicated leadership and colleagues committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We have an internal JEDI committee, provide annual staff and manager training to learn about biases at work, and support employees with visible and invisible disabilities.
Reimbursement for books you buy and read for professional development.
Reports to:
Development Director Casey Darnley (he/him)
Travel:
We estimate approximately five weeks of travel is required for:
Annual staff retreats: Maximum of two per year, alternating between locations in the United States and Europe.
Annual team meetings: Predominantly held in the United States for the Development team, occurring once per year.
Donor meetings within the United States.
Professional Development: Attending in-person conferences or training workshops, subject to approval.
Ability to self-organize travel in the United States and Europe; travel by either car, train, bus, or plane for extended durations is required.
Must be able to obtain legal permission to make such trips (e.g., by having a valid passport and obtaining any necessary visas for travel).
Responsibilities
Position mission statement:
As Wild Animal Initiative’s first Major Gifts Officer, you will lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives to nurture current donors, identify prospective major donors, foster relationships, and drive fundraising efforts. You will join a growing Development team and be our first staff member dedicated to personally cultivating relationships with new and current donors to solicit the gifts that make our work possible.
You will use a donor-centric and moves-management approach to set a major gifts strategy and meet annual and long-term fundraising goals. This means that you will focus on perceiving our donors' needs, interests, and motivations and strategically guide them through various stages of engagement and solicitation. The ultimate goal is to increase funding by carefully nurturing connections and aligning donor interests with the goals of Wild Animal Initiative (WAI).
You will develop and implement strategies that foster strong donor relations and ensure that our supporters feel valued, engaged, and connected to what we're doing. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other Wild Animal Initiative departments, using your communication skills to cultivate partnerships and drive support.
You should consider applying for this role if you are a proven, clear, and compelling communicator with a passion for our mission of understanding and improving the lives of wild animals, and a demonstrated ability to pursue and nurture relationships with donors.
Supervisory responsibilities:
None currently, but as the Development team grows, there may be opportunities to manage staff in the future.
Core responsibilities:
Donor discovery and research
Prospect research: Gather data on potential donors and various donor communities. Identify their interests, financial capacity, access, and giving history, and identify how best to ask for support from these prospects.
Data management and engagement coordination: Efficiently manage donor data, including contact information, donor meeting notes, and relevant details. Assign follow-up steps and ownership to yourself or other staff as necessary.
Strategic engagement: Proactively seek out and maintain up-to-date knowledge of Wild Animal Welfare (WAW) developments by engaging with key contacts (donors, researchers, influencers) to gather insights, understand trends, and identify emerging players in the field to inform decision-making, foster collaboration, and contribute to WAI's strategic objectives.
Relationship cultivation
Donor relationship building: Cultivate meaningful connections with potential donors, fostering trust and engagement in alignment with organizational values. Engage with and build relationships with donors within a remote framework and travel to meet with donors in person as necessary.
Strategic donor engagement: Own the development and implementation of major donor and planned giving engagement strategies. Proactively manage and grow a robust portfolio of prospective and existing major donors to solidify relationships and maximize giving potential.
Coordination and delegation: Work with the Executive Director, Development Director, and others to coordinate engagement efforts to ensure a seamless and personalized donor experience. Efficiently schedule, prepare for, and facilitate donor meetings.
Coaching: Provide necessary coaching to colleagues, enhancing confidence for successful donor interactions, strengthening relationships, and advancing WAI’s fundraising goals.
Gift acquisition and acknowledgment
Strategic fundraising solicitation: Execute targeted fundraising solicitations through persuasive conversations and the ability to contextualize WAI’s programmatic achievements and organizational goals, focusing on securing gifts of $5,000 and above to drive organizational growth and impact.
Donor alignment : Develop pitch decks and cases for support that resonate with various donors and donor communities, enhancing donor engagement and satisfaction.
Major gift fundraising: Secure five- and six-figure gifts from existing and new donors. Independently develop strategies that drive increased contributions and long-term support for organizational initiatives.
Prospect engagement strategy: Develop self-directed and tailored approaches to engaging high-impact donors, utilizing major gifts, planned giving, and event-based methods as appropriate.
Gratitude and acknowledgment management: Express gratitude to donors through thoughtful and personalized communications, ensuring donors feel valued and appreciated for their gifts. Manage appropriate delegation of this task to designated staff, such as the Development Director, the Executive Director, or Board members.
Other duties: As a young nonprofit, our organization's needs are still evolving, necessitating flexibility and openness to new duties as they may be assigned on short notice. We're seeking someone adaptable and responsive to changing requirements.
Qualifications
Note that we do not require any specific academic credentials or prior work experience for you to be considered for this position, as research shows that such requirements can diminish the quality of candidate pools by deterring individuals from applying who would otherwise be a great fit for a role. If you’re not sure whether you have the right qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. We’d love the chance to consider your application.
This role will require you to have the following qualifications:
Interpersonal awareness: Demonstrate empathy, concern for others, cooperation, and positive relationship-building. Show sensitivity to cultural differences, curiosity, and respect for others' perspectives and feelings.
Integrity: Maintain unwavering integrity in all professional activities. Uphold honesty and ethical principles, ensuring transparency and trust in donor relationships.
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI): Motivated to understand and counteract the ways that personal biases, cultural differences, and systemic inequities can hinder our decision-making, work culture, and programmatic effectiveness. A basic awareness of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion concepts, including their relevance to the workplace.
Independence: Capable of thriving in a remote work environment within a supportive team: adept at independent work, dependable in meeting commitments, and proactive in taking initiative without constant supervision. Able to autonomously manage donor relationships, drive fundraising initiatives, and implement strategic engagement tactics to achieve major gifts and organizational objectives.
Software: Ability to utilize various software and technology tools such as CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), project management platforms (e.g., Asana), and productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace) to streamline fundraising processes and increase efficiency.
Communication skills: Clearly and respectfully express oneself in both written and verbal communication; demonstrate active listening. Tailor communication to meet the needs of diverse audiences and utilize strong networking abilities to engage high-net-worth individuals and key stakeholders effectively.
Writing: Ability to write effectively for various formats, such as emails, proposals, fact sheets, presentations, etc. You will collaborate with our Communications department on evergreen pieces like cases for support and template pitch decks, but you will need to have the ability to write at a high volume, producing clear and compelling correspondence that effectively communicates our mission and work to donors and other stakeholders.
Donor alignment: Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research and analysis to gain insights into donor interests, ensure alignment with organizational priorities, and foster strategic engagement. Demonstrated success in making persuasive presentations and negotiations to garner support or alignment.
Critical thinking: Ability to use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches. Strategically assess donor engagement opportunities and navigate complex fundraising solicitation processes.
Persuasion skills: Demonstrated ability to passionately advocate for our mission verbally and in writing in order to effectively tailor our message to diverse audiences, anticipate objections, and inspire donors through compelling storytelling and data-driven evidence.
Resourcefulness: Proven creative problem-solving, adaptability, and persistence, even in challenging situations. Quickly grasp our organization's mission, values, and guiding philosophies to communicate confidently. Understand donor motivations and identify connections with diverse communities.
This role might also benefit from you having some of the following qualifications. You could still be a highly competitive candidate even if you don’t have any of these qualifications.
CRM familiarity: Preferred candidates will have a basic grasp of CRM software, particularly Salesforce. While prior experience in using Salesforce to track interactions is not required, adaptability and a willingness to learn our specific CRM processes are valued attributes. We recognize that CRM systems can vary in their implementation, and candidates' familiarity with CRM software can be supplemented through training.
Environmental, wildlife, and conservation advocacy community engagement: Preferred candidates will exhibit an appreciation of community motivations, norms, and culture within these spheres. They should demonstrate a nuanced approach to animal welfare fundraising, acknowledging donors' emotional connections to animals. This involves understanding various animal welfare causes and promoting compassion toward animals. Candidates skilled in navigating these complexities and building connections with diverse philanthropic communities are highly valued.
Familiarity with effective altruism: Most of our current major donors are influenced by effective altruism. Although membership in the effective altruism community is not required, we want to recognize that perceiving and meeting the needs of those donors will be aided by familiarity with the movement’s core concepts (e.g., cause prioritization, counterfactual impact), common norms (e.g., calibrated confidence estimates, openness about failures), and related cause areas (farmed animal advocacy and longtermism). Candidates willing to learn and adapt are encouraged to apply.
Adaptability in fundraising techniques: Candidates with cause-based, academic, or research fundraising experience may find their skills more readily applicable. Traditional engagement methods like site tours won’t be standard in our remote, research-focused model, so we encourage applicants to consider how their skills can translate creatively. Effective communication of our research impact to donors is key in our organization.
About our mission
Wild Animal Initiative is a remote 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to accelerating science that helps wild animals. We conduct original research, fund cutting-edge research projects at other institutions, and support the global network of scientists in our field with services and training.
We are looking to work with people who approach our mission as an inherently inclusive endeavor and celebrate the differences of others. We strongly encourage Black, Brown, Indigenous, Latino/a/x, and people of other historically marginalized communities to apply and welcome applicants of any religion, age, origin, class, citizenship, parental status, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender. We view a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and ways of understanding the world and wild animals as an asset that can improve the performance, collective intelligence, innovation, and quality of science at Wild Animal Initiative while also addressing the exclusionary aspects of the spaces we operate in. We integrate these values into all aspects of our work and seek to constantly improve our implementation of them. We seek to benefit and share power with everyone at Wild Animal Initiative.
Please note that we are unable to sponsor work visas at this time. Candidates must be eligible to work in their respective jurisdictions.
If you have any questions about our hiring process or open positions, or if you would like to recommend excellent candidates, please reach out to us at hiring@wildanimalinitiative.org.
To express your interest in working with us in a capacity not currently open, please submit your information via our Job Interest Form . By doing so, you will be added to our talent database, which we consult for new roles, and when recommending candidates to other mission-aligned organizations.
Thank you for considering Wild Animal Initiative as the next part of your vocational journey. We hope to hear from you!
Requests for accommodation: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, we welcome requests for reasonable accommodations if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply for this job as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Hiring Manager Emily Sharp at emily.sharp@wildanimalinitiative.org.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Click here to access a PDF version of this job listing.
Basics
Posted: April 26, 2024
Job title: Major Gifts Officer
Department: Development
Application deadline: 9 am ET Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Application materials:
Please submit an application using this form . You are welcome to preview all questions before beginning. We estimate that completing the application form will take you no longer than 1 hour, but there is no time limit.
If you’re interested, this academic paper provides an overview of the reasons to favor application forms that collect specific kinds of information over resumes and cover letters.
The form will ask you to provide the following:
Answers to multiple choice and restricted answer questions regarding your skills.
Short answer replies relating to your previous work experience and interests related to the qualifications listed for this role.
Application process timeline:
Phone screening: early to mid-June 2024
Skills assessment: mid-June 2024
Video interview: late June 2024
Target start date: July 2024
Terms of employment
Location:
Full-time remote; exempt position.
Accepting applicants based in the United States, United Kingdom, or Germany only. All applicants must be able to maintain the schedule requirements below.
Must be able to meet with colleagues in Eastern Time (US) (GMT-4) and Mountain Time (US) (GMT-6) most days of the week, as well as communicate with donors based in various US time zones every day to every few days. Additionally, the role may involve occasional meetings with colleagues in Pacific Time (US) (GMT-7) and European time zones (GMT+1 & GMT+2). Due to the global nature of our operations, some meetings may fall outside of local business hours.
Note: We do not sponsor work visas. We are only considering applicants eligible to work in the country where they plan to reside and work.
Public health:
We prioritize public health in how we do our work. We encourage measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. These may include vaccinations recommended by public health authorities.
In times of elevated public health risk, such as outbreaks or pandemics, we expect employees to cooperate with precautionary measures recommended by public health authorities. These may include regular testing, masking, social distancing, or other safety protocols aimed at reducing the risk of transmission.
When there are recommendations made by public health authorities regarding vaccinations, we will consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on medical or religious reasons, in accordance with our policy and applicable law.
Expected start date:
July 2024 (exact date flexible)
Expected Salary:
$83,524.42–$91,876.86, depending on the approximate cost of living in your area.
For a complete description of how we set and raise salaries, see our salary algorithm .
Benefits :
US only: Comprehensive health and dental insurance with vision insurance available.
Generous paid time off and leave policies. The typical structure includes:
Four weeks of paid vacation, 13 holidays, plus a two-week paid organization-wide break in late December.
Two weeks of paid sick leave, which may also be used for caring for human or non-human family members.
Note: Leave policies vary slightly by country of employment due to local regulations.
A remote framework that allows you to balance work and personal commitments, along with a technology stipend to cover associated costs.
A friendly, open culture that encourages feedback, collaboration, experimentation, and evidence-based innovation.
Opportunities for advancement as our team and programs continue their growth trajectory.
Dedicated leadership and colleagues committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We have an internal JEDI committee, provide annual staff and manager training to learn about biases at work, and support employees with visible and invisible disabilities.
Reimbursement for books you buy and read for professional development.
Reports to:
Development Director Casey Darnley (he/him)
Travel:
We estimate approximately five weeks of travel is required for:
Annual staff retreats: Maximum of two per year, alternating between locations in the United States and Europe.
Annual team meetings: Predominantly held in the United States for the Development team, occurring once per year.
Donor meetings within the United States.
Professional Development: Attending in-person conferences or training workshops, subject to approval.
Ability to self-organize travel in the United States and Europe; travel by either car, train, bus, or plane for extended durations is required.
Must be able to obtain legal permission to make such trips (e.g., by having a valid passport and obtaining any necessary visas for travel).
Responsibilities
Position mission statement:
As Wild Animal Initiative’s first Major Gifts Officer, you will lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives to nurture current donors, identify prospective major donors, foster relationships, and drive fundraising efforts. You will join a growing Development team and be our first staff member dedicated to personally cultivating relationships with new and current donors to solicit the gifts that make our work possible.
You will use a donor-centric and moves-management approach to set a major gifts strategy and meet annual and long-term fundraising goals. This means that you will focus on perceiving our donors' needs, interests, and motivations and strategically guide them through various stages of engagement and solicitation. The ultimate goal is to increase funding by carefully nurturing connections and aligning donor interests with the goals of Wild Animal Initiative (WAI).
You will develop and implement strategies that foster strong donor relations and ensure that our supporters feel valued, engaged, and connected to what we're doing. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other Wild Animal Initiative departments, using your communication skills to cultivate partnerships and drive support.
You should consider applying for this role if you are a proven, clear, and compelling communicator with a passion for our mission of understanding and improving the lives of wild animals, and a demonstrated ability to pursue and nurture relationships with donors.
Supervisory responsibilities:
None currently, but as the Development team grows, there may be opportunities to manage staff in the future.
Core responsibilities:
Donor discovery and research
Prospect research: Gather data on potential donors and various donor communities. Identify their interests, financial capacity, access, and giving history, and identify how best to ask for support from these prospects.
Data management and engagement coordination: Efficiently manage donor data, including contact information, donor meeting notes, and relevant details. Assign follow-up steps and ownership to yourself or other staff as necessary.
Strategic engagement: Proactively seek out and maintain up-to-date knowledge of Wild Animal Welfare (WAW) developments by engaging with key contacts (donors, researchers, influencers) to gather insights, understand trends, and identify emerging players in the field to inform decision-making, foster collaboration, and contribute to WAI's strategic objectives.
Relationship cultivation
Donor relationship building: Cultivate meaningful connections with potential donors, fostering trust and engagement in alignment with organizational values. Engage with and build relationships with donors within a remote framework and travel to meet with donors in person as necessary.
Strategic donor engagement: Own the development and implementation of major donor and planned giving engagement strategies. Proactively manage and grow a robust portfolio of prospective and existing major donors to solidify relationships and maximize giving potential.
Coordination and delegation: Work with the Executive Director, Development Director, and others to coordinate engagement efforts to ensure a seamless and personalized donor experience. Efficiently schedule, prepare for, and facilitate donor meetings.
Coaching: Provide necessary coaching to colleagues, enhancing confidence for successful donor interactions, strengthening relationships, and advancing WAI’s fundraising goals.
Gift acquisition and acknowledgment
Strategic fundraising solicitation: Execute targeted fundraising solicitations through persuasive conversations and the ability to contextualize WAI’s programmatic achievements and organizational goals, focusing on securing gifts of $5,000 and above to drive organizational growth and impact.
Donor alignment : Develop pitch decks and cases for support that resonate with various donors and donor communities, enhancing donor engagement and satisfaction.
Major gift fundraising: Secure five- and six-figure gifts from existing and new donors. Independently develop strategies that drive increased contributions and long-term support for organizational initiatives.
Prospect engagement strategy: Develop self-directed and tailored approaches to engaging high-impact donors, utilizing major gifts, planned giving, and event-based methods as appropriate.
Gratitude and acknowledgment management: Express gratitude to donors through thoughtful and personalized communications, ensuring donors feel valued and appreciated for their gifts. Manage appropriate delegation of this task to designated staff, such as the Development Director, the Executive Director, or Board members.
Other duties: As a young nonprofit, our organization's needs are still evolving, necessitating flexibility and openness to new duties as they may be assigned on short notice. We're seeking someone adaptable and responsive to changing requirements.
Qualifications
Note that we do not require any specific academic credentials or prior work experience for you to be considered for this position, as research shows that such requirements can diminish the quality of candidate pools by deterring individuals from applying who would otherwise be a great fit for a role. If you’re not sure whether you have the right qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. We’d love the chance to consider your application.
This role will require you to have the following qualifications:
Interpersonal awareness: Demonstrate empathy, concern for others, cooperation, and positive relationship-building. Show sensitivity to cultural differences, curiosity, and respect for others' perspectives and feelings.
Integrity: Maintain unwavering integrity in all professional activities. Uphold honesty and ethical principles, ensuring transparency and trust in donor relationships.
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI): Motivated to understand and counteract the ways that personal biases, cultural differences, and systemic inequities can hinder our decision-making, work culture, and programmatic effectiveness. A basic awareness of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion concepts, including their relevance to the workplace.
Independence: Capable of thriving in a remote work environment within a supportive team: adept at independent work, dependable in meeting commitments, and proactive in taking initiative without constant supervision. Able to autonomously manage donor relationships, drive fundraising initiatives, and implement strategic engagement tactics to achieve major gifts and organizational objectives.
Software: Ability to utilize various software and technology tools such as CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), project management platforms (e.g., Asana), and productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace) to streamline fundraising processes and increase efficiency.
Communication skills: Clearly and respectfully express oneself in both written and verbal communication; demonstrate active listening. Tailor communication to meet the needs of diverse audiences and utilize strong networking abilities to engage high-net-worth individuals and key stakeholders effectively.
Writing: Ability to write effectively for various formats, such as emails, proposals, fact sheets, presentations, etc. You will collaborate with our Communications department on evergreen pieces like cases for support and template pitch decks, but you will need to have the ability to write at a high volume, producing clear and compelling correspondence that effectively communicates our mission and work to donors and other stakeholders.
Donor alignment: Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research and analysis to gain insights into donor interests, ensure alignment with organizational priorities, and foster strategic engagement. Demonstrated success in making persuasive presentations and negotiations to garner support or alignment.
Critical thinking: Ability to use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches. Strategically assess donor engagement opportunities and navigate complex fundraising solicitation processes.
Persuasion skills: Demonstrated ability to passionately advocate for our mission verbally and in writing in order to effectively tailor our message to diverse audiences, anticipate objections, and inspire donors through compelling storytelling and data-driven evidence.
Resourcefulness: Proven creative problem-solving, adaptability, and persistence, even in challenging situations. Quickly grasp our organization's mission, values, and guiding philosophies to communicate confidently. Understand donor motivations and identify connections with diverse communities.
This role might also benefit from you having some of the following qualifications. You could still be a highly competitive candidate even if you don’t have any of these qualifications.
CRM familiarity: Preferred candidates will have a basic grasp of CRM software, particularly Salesforce. While prior experience in using Salesforce to track interactions is not required, adaptability and a willingness to learn our specific CRM processes are valued attributes. We recognize that CRM systems can vary in their implementation, and candidates' familiarity with CRM software can be supplemented through training.
Environmental, wildlife, and conservation advocacy community engagement: Preferred candidates will exhibit an appreciation of community motivations, norms, and culture within these spheres. They should demonstrate a nuanced approach to animal welfare fundraising, acknowledging donors' emotional connections to animals. This involves understanding various animal welfare causes and promoting compassion toward animals. Candidates skilled in navigating these complexities and building connections with diverse philanthropic communities are highly valued.
Familiarity with effective altruism: Most of our current major donors are influenced by effective altruism. Although membership in the effective altruism community is not required, we want to recognize that perceiving and meeting the needs of those donors will be aided by familiarity with the movement’s core concepts (e.g., cause prioritization, counterfactual impact), common norms (e.g., calibrated confidence estimates, openness about failures), and related cause areas (farmed animal advocacy and longtermism). Candidates willing to learn and adapt are encouraged to apply.
Adaptability in fundraising techniques: Candidates with cause-based, academic, or research fundraising experience may find their skills more readily applicable. Traditional engagement methods like site tours won’t be standard in our remote, research-focused model, so we encourage applicants to consider how their skills can translate creatively. Effective communication of our research impact to donors is key in our organization.
About our mission
Wild Animal Initiative is a remote 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to accelerating science that helps wild animals. We conduct original research, fund cutting-edge research projects at other institutions, and support the global network of scientists in our field with services and training.
We are looking to work with people who approach our mission as an inherently inclusive endeavor and celebrate the differences of others. We strongly encourage Black, Brown, Indigenous, Latino/a/x, and people of other historically marginalized communities to apply and welcome applicants of any religion, age, origin, class, citizenship, parental status, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender. We view a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and ways of understanding the world and wild animals as an asset that can improve the performance, collective intelligence, innovation, and quality of science at Wild Animal Initiative while also addressing the exclusionary aspects of the spaces we operate in. We integrate these values into all aspects of our work and seek to constantly improve our implementation of them. We seek to benefit and share power with everyone at Wild Animal Initiative.
Please note that we are unable to sponsor work visas at this time. Candidates must be eligible to work in their respective jurisdictions.
If you have any questions about our hiring process or open positions, or if you would like to recommend excellent candidates, please reach out to us at hiring@wildanimalinitiative.org.
To express your interest in working with us in a capacity not currently open, please submit your information via our Job Interest Form . By doing so, you will be added to our talent database, which we consult for new roles, and when recommending candidates to other mission-aligned organizations.
Thank you for considering Wild Animal Initiative as the next part of your vocational journey. We hope to hear from you!
Requests for accommodation: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, we welcome requests for reasonable accommodations if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply for this job as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Hiring Manager Emily Sharp at emily.sharp@wildanimalinitiative.org.
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
Director of Corporate Giving & Events General Duties: Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Corporate Giving and Events will serve as a frontline fundraiser and execute key donor engagement strategies to build and expand the corporate giving pipeline. The Director of Corporate Giving and Events leads the strategic direction and overall management of all corporate relationships, including sponsorships, partnerships, and corporate employee engagement. This position is responsible for cultivating, stewarding, and expanding relationships with prospective annual corporate partners and overseeing all related events, event sponsorships and delivery of benefits.
This position will oversee Women of Distinction (WoD), our signature event series honoring women who have displayed exemplary leadership and commitment to advancing girls and women in the community. Women of Distinction gala and auxiliary events take place annually in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Grand Junction. The Director of Corporate Giving and Events will oversee all events related to WoD, securing event sponsorships, building relationships with honorees, and working to engage them as donors.
This position will supervise the events manager and the corporate program manager on the fund development team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
General Responsibilities
Meet or exceed organization fundraising goals by cultivating key relationships and soliciting funds through strategic stewardship calls, personal visits, tours, and other engagement opportunities.
Partner across the organization to execute funding strategies for mission advancement to include outreach plan, community events, girl experiences, and property support.
Create new ways to meet funding needs in a changing environment by ideating and implementing creative approaches to fundraising challenges.
Ensure effective donor and prospect tracking through utilization of Raiser's Edge donor database and other tools and resources.
Serve on Girl Scouts of Colorado's Operational Leadership Team, contributing to the overall success of the organization and its delivery on its mission.
Corporate Funding Responsibilities
Create, implement, and build evaluation tools for a comprehensive corporate partnership strategy focused on annual corporate funders.
Recruit, retain and grow corporate partners statewide to create long‐lasting and mutually beneficial relationships.
Develop ongoing, strong relationships with corporate partners and potential partners to support their connection to GSCO.
Manage the full lifecycle of all relationships with potential corporate partners from identification to cultivation, to solicitation while working with the program team to develop programs that meet corporate partner needs and advance GSCO's mission. Attend funded program events in person as needed.
In partnership with the program team oversee regular reporting to corporate partners to show the value of their investment. Solicit and manage evaluations and surveys for Girl Scout programs, create and distribute quarterly stewardship reports for corporate donors on the impact of their gifts.
Leverage and refine existing corporate menu of sponsorship and partnership opportunities to maximize revenue for GSCO, provide value for partners, and ensure program opportunities for Girl Scouts.
Implement high‐level cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition strategies intended to strengthen relationships with current corporate partners.
Build creative ways to foster employee engagement with corporate partners to enhance fundraising and program opportunities for Girl Scouts.
Establish and oversee all short- and long-term development strategies as they relate to corporations including ROI, goals, objectives, metrics, and tracking and reporting of benchmarks.
Provide direction and support for GSCO events throughout the state as they relate to corporate partners.
Collaborate with development team on strategies to grow corporate support from existing organizational and individual donors.
Women of Distinction Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of Women of Distinction gala and auxiliary events. This includes but is not limited to securing sponsorships, working with event volunteer leadership, soliciting nominations, leading the selection process and all event logistics. Deliver quality events for all sponsors and attendees for gala events in Denver (800 attendees), Colorado Springs (300 attendees), and Grand Junction (300 attendees) and auxiliary events (4-5 in Denver, one each in Colorado Springs and Grand Junction).
Cultivate relationships with WoD honorees, before, during and after WoD annual events, to convert them to become active donors and members of the WoD Network (an exclusive annual giving society just for WoD honorees) and actively engage them with GSCO.
Work to convert all new Denver WoD honorees to WoD Network members.
Continually evolve WoD program aspects, recommending additional touchpoints and events to engage WoD alums.
Develop content and oversee production of WoD alum quarterly e-newsletter. Monitor activities and successes of WoD alums through social media and other means to ensure we recognize and celebrate alums.
Manage all communications with WoD nominees, honorees, and alums.
Oversee WoD nomination process for all WoD annual events, including recruiting host and nomination committee members, job descriptions, template emails, nomination form.
Secure corporate and individual sponsors for all WoD events, including development of sponsor levels and benefits and outreach to potential sponsors.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Formal Training
A bachelor's degree in a related field.
CFRE preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 4 years of experience in corporate giving.
A proven track record of soliciting and closing significant corporate gifts.
Experience in relationship-based fundraising with an intentional focus on cultivation, stewardship, and building personal relationships with key stakeholders to secure corporate gifts.
Knowledge of and experience using prospect research tools, gift calculators and donor CRM software (Blackbaud NXT experience preferred).
Experience developing and executing fundraising strategies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies including staff, board members, and donors with varying levels of philanthropic sophistication.
Polished and professional presentation skills to present ideas to potential corporate donors.
An understanding of corporate priorities, including employee engagement and marketing, to develop programs that meet corporate objectives.
Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and to do so in collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Strong ability to build, manage and sustain relationships with staff, board members and stakeholders through professional, effective, and timely communication in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must have excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, has initiative and follow-through to execute projects from initial stage through completion, including tracking and reporting.
Ability to maintain the highest level of discretion with respect to confidential information.
Must have superior knowledge and command of Microsoft Office products.
A strong customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
A high degree of integrity, initiative, and resourcefulness.
Be a self-starter, proactively identifying and pursuing opportunities.
Ability to work independently and contribute to overall department projects (special events, etc.).
Must have a passion for youth-development and elevating girls and young women.
Understanding of corporate priorities and existing business relationships within GSCO's geographic footprint, highly preferred.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Access to registered transportation with insurance at required state levels to conduct business statewide.
Valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to the Girl Scout insurance company standards.
Salary:
This position pays a salaried range of $70,000-$85,000/year.
Benefits:
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://girlscoutsco.workbrightats.com/jobs/1060290-286147.html
Jan 09, 2024
Full time
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
Director of Corporate Giving & Events General Duties: Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Corporate Giving and Events will serve as a frontline fundraiser and execute key donor engagement strategies to build and expand the corporate giving pipeline. The Director of Corporate Giving and Events leads the strategic direction and overall management of all corporate relationships, including sponsorships, partnerships, and corporate employee engagement. This position is responsible for cultivating, stewarding, and expanding relationships with prospective annual corporate partners and overseeing all related events, event sponsorships and delivery of benefits.
This position will oversee Women of Distinction (WoD), our signature event series honoring women who have displayed exemplary leadership and commitment to advancing girls and women in the community. Women of Distinction gala and auxiliary events take place annually in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Grand Junction. The Director of Corporate Giving and Events will oversee all events related to WoD, securing event sponsorships, building relationships with honorees, and working to engage them as donors.
This position will supervise the events manager and the corporate program manager on the fund development team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
General Responsibilities
Meet or exceed organization fundraising goals by cultivating key relationships and soliciting funds through strategic stewardship calls, personal visits, tours, and other engagement opportunities.
Partner across the organization to execute funding strategies for mission advancement to include outreach plan, community events, girl experiences, and property support.
Create new ways to meet funding needs in a changing environment by ideating and implementing creative approaches to fundraising challenges.
Ensure effective donor and prospect tracking through utilization of Raiser's Edge donor database and other tools and resources.
Serve on Girl Scouts of Colorado's Operational Leadership Team, contributing to the overall success of the organization and its delivery on its mission.
Corporate Funding Responsibilities
Create, implement, and build evaluation tools for a comprehensive corporate partnership strategy focused on annual corporate funders.
Recruit, retain and grow corporate partners statewide to create long‐lasting and mutually beneficial relationships.
Develop ongoing, strong relationships with corporate partners and potential partners to support their connection to GSCO.
Manage the full lifecycle of all relationships with potential corporate partners from identification to cultivation, to solicitation while working with the program team to develop programs that meet corporate partner needs and advance GSCO's mission. Attend funded program events in person as needed.
In partnership with the program team oversee regular reporting to corporate partners to show the value of their investment. Solicit and manage evaluations and surveys for Girl Scout programs, create and distribute quarterly stewardship reports for corporate donors on the impact of their gifts.
Leverage and refine existing corporate menu of sponsorship and partnership opportunities to maximize revenue for GSCO, provide value for partners, and ensure program opportunities for Girl Scouts.
Implement high‐level cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition strategies intended to strengthen relationships with current corporate partners.
Build creative ways to foster employee engagement with corporate partners to enhance fundraising and program opportunities for Girl Scouts.
Establish and oversee all short- and long-term development strategies as they relate to corporations including ROI, goals, objectives, metrics, and tracking and reporting of benchmarks.
Provide direction and support for GSCO events throughout the state as they relate to corporate partners.
Collaborate with development team on strategies to grow corporate support from existing organizational and individual donors.
Women of Distinction Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of Women of Distinction gala and auxiliary events. This includes but is not limited to securing sponsorships, working with event volunteer leadership, soliciting nominations, leading the selection process and all event logistics. Deliver quality events for all sponsors and attendees for gala events in Denver (800 attendees), Colorado Springs (300 attendees), and Grand Junction (300 attendees) and auxiliary events (4-5 in Denver, one each in Colorado Springs and Grand Junction).
Cultivate relationships with WoD honorees, before, during and after WoD annual events, to convert them to become active donors and members of the WoD Network (an exclusive annual giving society just for WoD honorees) and actively engage them with GSCO.
Work to convert all new Denver WoD honorees to WoD Network members.
Continually evolve WoD program aspects, recommending additional touchpoints and events to engage WoD alums.
Develop content and oversee production of WoD alum quarterly e-newsletter. Monitor activities and successes of WoD alums through social media and other means to ensure we recognize and celebrate alums.
Manage all communications with WoD nominees, honorees, and alums.
Oversee WoD nomination process for all WoD annual events, including recruiting host and nomination committee members, job descriptions, template emails, nomination form.
Secure corporate and individual sponsors for all WoD events, including development of sponsor levels and benefits and outreach to potential sponsors.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Formal Training
A bachelor's degree in a related field.
CFRE preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 4 years of experience in corporate giving.
A proven track record of soliciting and closing significant corporate gifts.
Experience in relationship-based fundraising with an intentional focus on cultivation, stewardship, and building personal relationships with key stakeholders to secure corporate gifts.
Knowledge of and experience using prospect research tools, gift calculators and donor CRM software (Blackbaud NXT experience preferred).
Experience developing and executing fundraising strategies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies including staff, board members, and donors with varying levels of philanthropic sophistication.
Polished and professional presentation skills to present ideas to potential corporate donors.
An understanding of corporate priorities, including employee engagement and marketing, to develop programs that meet corporate objectives.
Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and to do so in collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Strong ability to build, manage and sustain relationships with staff, board members and stakeholders through professional, effective, and timely communication in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must have excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, has initiative and follow-through to execute projects from initial stage through completion, including tracking and reporting.
Ability to maintain the highest level of discretion with respect to confidential information.
Must have superior knowledge and command of Microsoft Office products.
A strong customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
A high degree of integrity, initiative, and resourcefulness.
Be a self-starter, proactively identifying and pursuing opportunities.
Ability to work independently and contribute to overall department projects (special events, etc.).
Must have a passion for youth-development and elevating girls and young women.
Understanding of corporate priorities and existing business relationships within GSCO's geographic footprint, highly preferred.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Access to registered transportation with insurance at required state levels to conduct business statewide.
Valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to the Girl Scout insurance company standards.
Salary:
This position pays a salaried range of $70,000-$85,000/year.
Benefits:
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://girlscoutsco.workbrightats.com/jobs/1060290-286147.html
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, GREATER NEW YORK REGION Applications including cover letters and resumes, as well as nominations, should be sent to the attention of Susan Meade and Paul Spivey at RedCrossNY@PhillipsOppenheim.com . STOP and READ! DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RED CROSS CAREERS WEBSITE. NO ONE WILL BE REVIEWING RESUMES FOR THIS POSITION HERE. YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS YOU APPLY USING THE ABOVE EMAIL ADDRESS. Why Choose Us? The American Red Cross is currently seeking the Regional CEO for the Greater New York Region. Headquartered in New York City, the Greater New York Region serves more than 12 million people in New York City, Long Island, Rockland and Westchester Counties, and Greenwich, Connecticut, and is the highest-profile Region in the Red Cross network. As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. As a member of the team, the CEO has a direct impact on a meaningful mission and can help save lives every day. The Red Cross is committed to the diversity of its workforce and to delivering programs and services in a culturally competent manner, reflecting the communities it serves. Its work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive, with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. The Red Cross offers the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed while making a difference. It supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, the Asian American and Pacific Islander Employer Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, the Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The Red Cross responds to approximately seven emergencies and disasters a day across the region – home fires, floods, building collapses – and more, providing shelter, food, clothing, and emotional support at no cost to those in need. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: THE POSITION The Regional CEO leads a team of paid and volunteer staff to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies and support resilient communities throughout the Region by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience building relationships with key external stakeholders, being the face of an organization, and demonstrating strong fund development skills. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD: Responsibilities Core mission delivery, fundraising and representing the Red Cross to media and donors and in communities throughout the region. Managing community resilience programs, working with community partners to ensure that the communities build local capacity to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from disasters. Ensuring that volunteers, including youth, are engaged in Red Cross service. Supervising executive directors (EDs) who provide local leadership and serve as the face of the Red Cross in their communities. Achieving performance targets for the Region, including service delivery, fundraising/revenue, and expense targets. In conjunction with the Division Fundraising Vice President (DFVP), the CEO has primary responsibility across the region for achievement of fundraising goals. Utilizing the support activities of HR, IT, Finance, Communications, and Marketing through a matrix project management system to ensure that all operating units have the necessary resources to execute on their community mission. Regional Board and Advisory Board recruitment. PRIORITIES Fundraising In conjunction with the DFVP, the Regional CEO is responsible for achieving fundraising goals and acts as the chapters’ and/or Region’s chief fundraiser. They are charged with developing and growing financial resources within the Region, ensuring adequate and diversified financial resources. They will lead and participate in strategies to raise and leverage funds, including working with Regional and community boards. External Relationships and Partnerships The CEO is responsible for building strong relationships with key organizations and community leaders. They will cultivate relationships and partnerships with external constituents to further the Red Cross mission. Those partners include donors, governments, corporations, civic organizations, and other community charitable and nonprofit agencies. Visibility and Community Presence The CEO will ensure strong visibility for the American Red Cross in the Region. They will work to increase community awareness, participation, and commitment to the Red Cross by being an active community participant. They will ensure regular local media communications regarding Red Cross services and regional/national activities consistent with regional/national communication strategies. They will leverage relationships with local/regional media to ensure that the communities in the Region are provided access to information about Red Cross services/programs. Dual Responsibility for Regional Performance and Assigned Chapter and/or Region Performance Delivery of overall targets/goals of the Region any directly assigned chapters. This includes strategic and operational management/oversight of reporting chapter(s), including the effective delivery of services; meeting fundraising, revenue and expense targets; compliance with corporate governance, policies and governmental regulations. The CEO will ensure sound financial management and public accountability for contributions, income, and all Red Cross assets. They are responsible for approving any Chapter annual revenue and expense budgets and working with Division Vice President (DVP) to establish regional revenue and expense budgets. Workforce Management Hires, manages, and evaluates any EDs within Region. This is carried out in collaboration and consultation with community boards. Provides regional oversight and support of EDs within the Region. Identifies opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources between regional groups and provides access to best practices and training opportunities available through national headquarters. Internal Collaboration and Feedback Hires, manages, and evaluates any EDs within Region. This is carried out in collaboration and consultation with community boards. Provides regional oversight and support of EDs within the Region. Identifies opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources between regional groups and provides access to best practices and training opportunities available through national headquarters. Builds strong collaboration and consensus environment between all units in the Region, including any chapters. Regularly shares feedback on chapter performance with EDs in Region, community boards, and DVP. Provides direction and strategy for improved performance. Works with DVP and other regional executives to ensure coordinated outreach/ partnerships with external constituents within the Division (local and state government, donors, corporate partners, other community agencies); collaborative relationships and activities with local Red Cross Biomedical units; positive interactions with Community Boards, and management presence in local communities within the region. Service Delivery Manages and grows the community resilience programs, working with community partners to ensure that the communities build local capacity to prepare for, prevent, respond, and recover from disasters. Grows and ensures consistent, responsive delivery of high-quality chapter services throughout the Region. This includes emergency and disaster response services, services to armed forces, and international services based on regional strategies and local community needs and objectives. Increases community awareness, participation, and commitment. Builds regional capacity for service delivery through engagement and retention of volunteers and partners. Ensures that youth and young adults are engaged through a network of Red Cross clubs which are also integrated into the service delivery plans. Treats all clients, volunteers, guests, and other employees in a courteous and respectful manner at all times while maintaining a cooperative atmosphere for all. It is expected that each member of the regional management team will work with a volunteer counterpart to ensure depth within the function and that key volunteers are utilized. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Organizational Agility Understands how organizations work; knows how to get things done both through formal channels and informal networks; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures; understands the cultures of organizations – able to manage up and manage down. Nimble, with ability to deliver results in a complex matrixed environment, with three boards and over 100 staff and 6,000 volunteers. Ability to Deal with Ambiguity and Manage Complexity Can effectively cope with change and shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without the total picture; not upset by unresolved issues; doesn’t have to finish before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Able to effectively deliver results in complex environments, incorporating factors such as a large geographic area, high disaster risk, major media, multiple government or political entities, large fundraising goals, and a diverse community population. Interpersonal Strengths Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate support; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Professionalism and Integrity Evaluates lessons learned from both successes and failures; demonstrates willingness to make commitments based on information known at the time; delivers on commitments; models a can-do attitude and takes initiative; is a self-starter; inspires and motivates others to do the same. Embraces rather than resists additional responsibilities. Adheres to enterprise policies; acts with integrity; settles rather than creates conflict. Manage Vision and Purpose Communicates a compelling and inspired vision or sense of core purpose; talks beyond today and about possibilities; is optimistic; creates mileposts and symbols to rally support behind the vision; makes the vision sharable by everyone; can inspire and motivate units or organizations. Qualifications and Experience Four-year college degree (BS/BA). Master’s degree preferred. Experience in the for-profit or not-for-profit sector in business, sales, or corporate administration; proven track record raising significant financial resources. Able to develop effective work teams and build consensus within the organization and community. Strong influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Exercises good judgment in difficult situations. Track record directing workforce and program management. Demonstrated ability to develop effective work teams and build consensus within the organization and community. Knowledge of the region – established contacts with funders, community groups, and government officials. Other Travel within communities served in the region and division; participation in meetings and conferences throughout the Red Cross system. Work Conditions Work is performed indoors with some exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. Since the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff may be asked to be on 24-hour call during major disasters. COMPENSATION RANGE AND BENEFITS FOR YOU: The salary range for this position is $285,000 to $300,000. At the American Red Cross, we recognize and reward exceptional performance. In addition to the base salary, you will have the opportunity to earn an annual performance-based incentive. We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applications including cover letters and resumes, as well as nominations, should be sent to the attention of Susan Meade and Paul Spivey at RedCrossNY@PhillipsOppenheim.com . DO NOT APPLY VIA THE RED CROSS WEBSITE. YOU WILL NOT BE NOT BE CONSIDERED. YOU MUST APPLY USING THE ABOVE EMAIL ADDRESS. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Aug 29, 2023
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, GREATER NEW YORK REGION Applications including cover letters and resumes, as well as nominations, should be sent to the attention of Susan Meade and Paul Spivey at RedCrossNY@PhillipsOppenheim.com . STOP and READ! DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RED CROSS CAREERS WEBSITE. NO ONE WILL BE REVIEWING RESUMES FOR THIS POSITION HERE. YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS YOU APPLY USING THE ABOVE EMAIL ADDRESS. Why Choose Us? The American Red Cross is currently seeking the Regional CEO for the Greater New York Region. Headquartered in New York City, the Greater New York Region serves more than 12 million people in New York City, Long Island, Rockland and Westchester Counties, and Greenwich, Connecticut, and is the highest-profile Region in the Red Cross network. As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. As a member of the team, the CEO has a direct impact on a meaningful mission and can help save lives every day. The Red Cross is committed to the diversity of its workforce and to delivering programs and services in a culturally competent manner, reflecting the communities it serves. Its work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive, with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. The Red Cross offers the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed while making a difference. It supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, the Asian American and Pacific Islander Employer Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, the Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The Red Cross responds to approximately seven emergencies and disasters a day across the region – home fires, floods, building collapses – and more, providing shelter, food, clothing, and emotional support at no cost to those in need. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: THE POSITION The Regional CEO leads a team of paid and volunteer staff to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies and support resilient communities throughout the Region by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience building relationships with key external stakeholders, being the face of an organization, and demonstrating strong fund development skills. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD: Responsibilities Core mission delivery, fundraising and representing the Red Cross to media and donors and in communities throughout the region. Managing community resilience programs, working with community partners to ensure that the communities build local capacity to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from disasters. Ensuring that volunteers, including youth, are engaged in Red Cross service. Supervising executive directors (EDs) who provide local leadership and serve as the face of the Red Cross in their communities. Achieving performance targets for the Region, including service delivery, fundraising/revenue, and expense targets. In conjunction with the Division Fundraising Vice President (DFVP), the CEO has primary responsibility across the region for achievement of fundraising goals. Utilizing the support activities of HR, IT, Finance, Communications, and Marketing through a matrix project management system to ensure that all operating units have the necessary resources to execute on their community mission. Regional Board and Advisory Board recruitment. PRIORITIES Fundraising In conjunction with the DFVP, the Regional CEO is responsible for achieving fundraising goals and acts as the chapters’ and/or Region’s chief fundraiser. They are charged with developing and growing financial resources within the Region, ensuring adequate and diversified financial resources. They will lead and participate in strategies to raise and leverage funds, including working with Regional and community boards. External Relationships and Partnerships The CEO is responsible for building strong relationships with key organizations and community leaders. They will cultivate relationships and partnerships with external constituents to further the Red Cross mission. Those partners include donors, governments, corporations, civic organizations, and other community charitable and nonprofit agencies. Visibility and Community Presence The CEO will ensure strong visibility for the American Red Cross in the Region. They will work to increase community awareness, participation, and commitment to the Red Cross by being an active community participant. They will ensure regular local media communications regarding Red Cross services and regional/national activities consistent with regional/national communication strategies. They will leverage relationships with local/regional media to ensure that the communities in the Region are provided access to information about Red Cross services/programs. Dual Responsibility for Regional Performance and Assigned Chapter and/or Region Performance Delivery of overall targets/goals of the Region any directly assigned chapters. This includes strategic and operational management/oversight of reporting chapter(s), including the effective delivery of services; meeting fundraising, revenue and expense targets; compliance with corporate governance, policies and governmental regulations. The CEO will ensure sound financial management and public accountability for contributions, income, and all Red Cross assets. They are responsible for approving any Chapter annual revenue and expense budgets and working with Division Vice President (DVP) to establish regional revenue and expense budgets. Workforce Management Hires, manages, and evaluates any EDs within Region. This is carried out in collaboration and consultation with community boards. Provides regional oversight and support of EDs within the Region. Identifies opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources between regional groups and provides access to best practices and training opportunities available through national headquarters. Internal Collaboration and Feedback Hires, manages, and evaluates any EDs within Region. This is carried out in collaboration and consultation with community boards. Provides regional oversight and support of EDs within the Region. Identifies opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources between regional groups and provides access to best practices and training opportunities available through national headquarters. Builds strong collaboration and consensus environment between all units in the Region, including any chapters. Regularly shares feedback on chapter performance with EDs in Region, community boards, and DVP. Provides direction and strategy for improved performance. Works with DVP and other regional executives to ensure coordinated outreach/ partnerships with external constituents within the Division (local and state government, donors, corporate partners, other community agencies); collaborative relationships and activities with local Red Cross Biomedical units; positive interactions with Community Boards, and management presence in local communities within the region. Service Delivery Manages and grows the community resilience programs, working with community partners to ensure that the communities build local capacity to prepare for, prevent, respond, and recover from disasters. Grows and ensures consistent, responsive delivery of high-quality chapter services throughout the Region. This includes emergency and disaster response services, services to armed forces, and international services based on regional strategies and local community needs and objectives. Increases community awareness, participation, and commitment. Builds regional capacity for service delivery through engagement and retention of volunteers and partners. Ensures that youth and young adults are engaged through a network of Red Cross clubs which are also integrated into the service delivery plans. Treats all clients, volunteers, guests, and other employees in a courteous and respectful manner at all times while maintaining a cooperative atmosphere for all. It is expected that each member of the regional management team will work with a volunteer counterpart to ensure depth within the function and that key volunteers are utilized. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Organizational Agility Understands how organizations work; knows how to get things done both through formal channels and informal networks; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures; understands the cultures of organizations – able to manage up and manage down. Nimble, with ability to deliver results in a complex matrixed environment, with three boards and over 100 staff and 6,000 volunteers. Ability to Deal with Ambiguity and Manage Complexity Can effectively cope with change and shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without the total picture; not upset by unresolved issues; doesn’t have to finish before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Able to effectively deliver results in complex environments, incorporating factors such as a large geographic area, high disaster risk, major media, multiple government or political entities, large fundraising goals, and a diverse community population. Interpersonal Strengths Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate support; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Professionalism and Integrity Evaluates lessons learned from both successes and failures; demonstrates willingness to make commitments based on information known at the time; delivers on commitments; models a can-do attitude and takes initiative; is a self-starter; inspires and motivates others to do the same. Embraces rather than resists additional responsibilities. Adheres to enterprise policies; acts with integrity; settles rather than creates conflict. Manage Vision and Purpose Communicates a compelling and inspired vision or sense of core purpose; talks beyond today and about possibilities; is optimistic; creates mileposts and symbols to rally support behind the vision; makes the vision sharable by everyone; can inspire and motivate units or organizations. Qualifications and Experience Four-year college degree (BS/BA). Master’s degree preferred. Experience in the for-profit or not-for-profit sector in business, sales, or corporate administration; proven track record raising significant financial resources. Able to develop effective work teams and build consensus within the organization and community. Strong influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Exercises good judgment in difficult situations. Track record directing workforce and program management. Demonstrated ability to develop effective work teams and build consensus within the organization and community. Knowledge of the region – established contacts with funders, community groups, and government officials. Other Travel within communities served in the region and division; participation in meetings and conferences throughout the Red Cross system. Work Conditions Work is performed indoors with some exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. Since the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff may be asked to be on 24-hour call during major disasters. COMPENSATION RANGE AND BENEFITS FOR YOU: The salary range for this position is $285,000 to $300,000. At the American Red Cross, we recognize and reward exceptional performance. In addition to the base salary, you will have the opportunity to earn an annual performance-based incentive. We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applications including cover letters and resumes, as well as nominations, should be sent to the attention of Susan Meade and Paul Spivey at RedCrossNY@PhillipsOppenheim.com . DO NOT APPLY VIA THE RED CROSS WEBSITE. YOU WILL NOT BE NOT BE CONSIDERED. YOU MUST APPLY USING THE ABOVE EMAIL ADDRESS. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Overview
For 50 years, Covenant House has served and advocated for youth and young families experiencing homelessness, human trafficking, and exploitation. Our overarching goal is to end homelessness among youth and young families by helping them achieve housing stability, heal from trauma, tap into their innate resilience, and hone their interests and skills to forge new pathways to independence. This work is carried out across Covenant House sites in 34 cities in the US, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Primary Responsibilities Reporting to the Director, Key Relationships, the Major Gifts Officer/Relationship Manager develops and manages a portfolio of key donors through moves management, leading them on a donor journey to maximize their lifetime value to our critical mission. The Relationship Manager i s responsible for developing strategies for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors with a special focus on transformational giving prospects.
Job Duties
Plan & Execute: Thoughtfully create and execute moves management plans to retain and upgrade supporters
Cultivate & Solicit: Develop authentic relationships with donors that lead to the solicitation of 5+ figure contributions and planned gifts
Steward: Provide meaningful and curated stewardship that inspires and motivates increased giving over time
Achieve: Meet or exceed individual targets for portfolio engagement
Track & Analyze: Ensure donor portfolio records are current with all necessary and pertinent information, input contacts and interactions into donor database regularly, and utilize donor data in the to assess personal progress and performance
Learn: Attend fundraising seminars and trainings that are relevant to the position
Collaborate: Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Leadership or requested by fellow members of the Covenant House community.
Attend: Travel for donor meetings, receptions, major fundraising events, staff retreats and staff meetings.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Five to ten years of major giving, sales or other similar experience
Outstanding communication and persuasion skills and the ability to excite anyone about our mission
Team-oriented with a strong work ethic essential to meet the demands of a community that strives for excellence
Highly developed interpersonal skills with the presence and personal style to represent the organization to diverse constituents
Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and overnight as needed
Proficient in usage of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and the Google Office Suite; experience with donor data software preferred
A demonstrated passion for our mission that invigorates and excites everyone with whom you share it and a demonstrated commitment to human service and social change
Ability to travel regularly throughout the United States up to 25% of the time
Valid US Driver’s License preferred
Our Community
Our critical mission demands that we have all voices at the table. A team of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences is smarter, stronger, and more effective for our young people. At Covenant House, every team member is valued, respected, heard, and supported, and we welcome honest and courageous self-reflection on any aspects of our work that are based on biased or outdated viewpoints. We deliberately create opportunities for our staff to grow and thrive.
Covenant House International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: CHI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CHI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, family or parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. CHI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. If you are fun, dynamic, and hardworking, come join our awesome international team in an organization with a heart!
Covenant House is a vaccinated employer. As such, prospective new hires will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Our offices are located in Manhattan, however, this position will be remote for the foreseeable future.
Apr 17, 2023
Full time
Overview
For 50 years, Covenant House has served and advocated for youth and young families experiencing homelessness, human trafficking, and exploitation. Our overarching goal is to end homelessness among youth and young families by helping them achieve housing stability, heal from trauma, tap into their innate resilience, and hone their interests and skills to forge new pathways to independence. This work is carried out across Covenant House sites in 34 cities in the US, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Primary Responsibilities Reporting to the Director, Key Relationships, the Major Gifts Officer/Relationship Manager develops and manages a portfolio of key donors through moves management, leading them on a donor journey to maximize their lifetime value to our critical mission. The Relationship Manager i s responsible for developing strategies for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors with a special focus on transformational giving prospects.
Job Duties
Plan & Execute: Thoughtfully create and execute moves management plans to retain and upgrade supporters
Cultivate & Solicit: Develop authentic relationships with donors that lead to the solicitation of 5+ figure contributions and planned gifts
Steward: Provide meaningful and curated stewardship that inspires and motivates increased giving over time
Achieve: Meet or exceed individual targets for portfolio engagement
Track & Analyze: Ensure donor portfolio records are current with all necessary and pertinent information, input contacts and interactions into donor database regularly, and utilize donor data in the to assess personal progress and performance
Learn: Attend fundraising seminars and trainings that are relevant to the position
Collaborate: Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Leadership or requested by fellow members of the Covenant House community.
Attend: Travel for donor meetings, receptions, major fundraising events, staff retreats and staff meetings.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Five to ten years of major giving, sales or other similar experience
Outstanding communication and persuasion skills and the ability to excite anyone about our mission
Team-oriented with a strong work ethic essential to meet the demands of a community that strives for excellence
Highly developed interpersonal skills with the presence and personal style to represent the organization to diverse constituents
Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and overnight as needed
Proficient in usage of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and the Google Office Suite; experience with donor data software preferred
A demonstrated passion for our mission that invigorates and excites everyone with whom you share it and a demonstrated commitment to human service and social change
Ability to travel regularly throughout the United States up to 25% of the time
Valid US Driver’s License preferred
Our Community
Our critical mission demands that we have all voices at the table. A team of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences is smarter, stronger, and more effective for our young people. At Covenant House, every team member is valued, respected, heard, and supported, and we welcome honest and courageous self-reflection on any aspects of our work that are based on biased or outdated viewpoints. We deliberately create opportunities for our staff to grow and thrive.
Covenant House International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: CHI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CHI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, family or parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. CHI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. If you are fun, dynamic, and hardworking, come join our awesome international team in an organization with a heart!
Covenant House is a vaccinated employer. As such, prospective new hires will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Our offices are located in Manhattan, however, this position will be remote for the foreseeable future.
Junior Achievement of Washington
www.jawashington.org
JAWA’s vision is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. The mission and core values of JAWA, along with its core pathways, meet a real need that other non-profits, for profits, and the government are not offering: to prepare Washington students with financial knowledge and fundamental tools to help them succeed. JAWA's Core Values reflect our belief that all students have the right to equitable learning opportunities and to experience financial health and wellness. Our Core Values are:
Belief in the boundless potential of young people,
Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration,
Conviction in the education and motivational impact relevant, hands-on learning
Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship.
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Washington state students? Junior Achievement of Washington is looking for a dedicated associate to join our Advancement team as the Corporate Partnerships Development Manager. Junior Achievement of WA wants its team to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY: CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising initiatives to secure revenue that meets the business objectives for Junior Achievement of Washington. The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager works under the direction of the Chief Advancement Officer in all development and fundraising endeavors, including the major gifts program, alumni giving, annual fund, special events, and capital campaigns.
This role is responsible for prospecting, establishing, and nurturing corporate partnerships at the State level. This role works closely with the development and programs team to match partners with JAWA's programming and fundraising opportunities. Additionally, this role is responsible for recruiting volunteers from corporate partners and recognizing their service. This position is based in Auburn WA, will be onsite, and remote.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES):
Collaborates with Chief Advancement Officer to identify prospective donors through operating gifts from companies and individuals, grants from private foundations, and marketing initiatives.
Designs and oversees a stewardship program that effectively engages all constituents – alumni, staff, board, volunteers, and donors – to create an effective resource pipeline, increase retention of funder relationships, increase revenue from existing relationships, and enhance the JA of Washington brand.
Fosters superior relationship-building capacity with key partners such as investors, foundations, corporate entities, other non-profit agencies, educational institutions, and other constituents to manage fundraising campaigns through direct solicitations and proposals.
Researches, identifies, and solicits companies, foundations, and individuals whose interests and priorities match current projects; prepares materials for meetings with existing and prospective donors.
Develops and executes giving campaigns, including the Mobile Unit Capital Campaign , the Impact Investor Campaign , and the Recurring Donor Campaign , providing timely and accurate reports on the progress of all fundraising activities.
Develops and manages information systems, tracking prospects, solicitors, and funding history. Assures that all data remain up to date and correct. Invoices and collects pledges promptly; prepare accurate and timely reports to campaign leadership.
Creates and manages a Resource Development Committee; develops a yearly calendar for the development team that includes timelines, procedures, and responsibilities to be accomplished.
Assists with preparing the income and expense budget and cash flow projections, including the tracking of revenues, expenses, and budget adjustments.
Identifies new corporate partnerships with the help of statewide and regional development teams. Partnerships should be strategic. For example, a partnership may bring much-needed resources to JAWA in the form of volunteer time and talent and/or funds or brand awareness.
Work with new and established corporate partners to identify corporate-driven student-facing programs ( JA In A Day, JA Job Shadow , Career Fairs, etc.) and work closely with Statewide Program Director and the programs team to plan and implement programming partnerships.
Serve as the primary contact for each corporate partner. Ensure that handover of the partner contact to the programs team for implementation is smooth and seamless.
Collaborate with Director of Communications and Statewide Program Director to develop and deliver presentations to corporate partners and potential volunteer recruits.
In close coordination with Statewide Program Director and the programs team, develop innovative programmatic solutions to meet partner and JAWA needs.
Recruit new and returning volunteers from the corporate sector for all programs to meet programming needs.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEREQUIRED:
Minimum of four years of successful fundraising experience involving corporate and foundation solicitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills emphasizing public speaking, persuasive communication, effective listening, and the ability to listen and translate concepts into language that connects with specific constituents
Proven track record in grant development & fundraising initiatives; proven experience in meeting deadlines & exceeding goals
The ability to manage multiple priorities is essential. Good organizational skills. Proven ability to maintain confidential information
Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office and fundraising database platforms
Energetic and willing to work hands-on in developing and executing various fundraising activities ranging from the routine to the highly creative and visible
Shows a willingness to put the time in to do the job well, including working occasional evening events and (rare) weekends
The candidate must have a valid driver's license and vehicle transportation required to meet the position's responsibilities
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
JAWA PAYS 100% OF EMPLOYEE PREMIUMS FOR MEDICAL & DENTAL/VISION/EMPLOYEE LIFE
United Healthcare Medical and Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Family and Dependent Life Insurance Vacation and Wellness Leave Paid Holidays & Winter Break Paid Personal Leave Days Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Ability Assist Program Family Leave Consistent with Local and National Regulations
WHAT MAKES JAWA SPECIAL:
401(k) with matching company contributions Work-Life balance – flexible options to balance office time via remote access as well as flexible work schedules Opportunity to volunteer in the classroom teaching JA programs twice per year.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described below represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: sit, walk, occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, continually required to talk or hear, occasionally required to bend, lift, or climb, and frequently required to lift and carry light weights (25-50 pounds), and specific vision abilities include: close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust or focus
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Strategic Plan Vision
In addition to reflecting JA's values, our five-year strategic plan furthers JA's passion to create equitable and accessible learning opportunities for all students in Washington aligned with our pathways of financial education, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Recognizing a need for JA to re-build after the challenges faced last year, the strategic plan focuses on first strengthening and then steadily growing the organization.
JAWA Social Justice Statement
We at JA of Washington stand for social justice. We are committed to educating in a way that dismantles inequality, racism, and oppression and sparking honest conversations in our communities. The future we envision and for which we prepare our students cannot exist unless we become catalysts for change. We pledge to do better. We must all do better.
Junior Achievement of Washington's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. In 2022, Junior Achievement of Washington will reach thousands of K-12 students with relevant, hands-on learning experiences that teach young people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their businesses, and develop readiness for careers or college.
Junior Achievement of Washington offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community. Junior Achievement of Washington associates are known for their passion for the mission of bringing business and education together to work with students in kindergarten through high school, empowering them to own their economic success. The team members interact with community leaders who support JAWA with their time, treasure, and talent.
Junior Achievement of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JA of Washington does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. www.jawashington.org
Aug 10, 2022
Full time
JAWA’s vision is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. The mission and core values of JAWA, along with its core pathways, meet a real need that other non-profits, for profits, and the government are not offering: to prepare Washington students with financial knowledge and fundamental tools to help them succeed. JAWA's Core Values reflect our belief that all students have the right to equitable learning opportunities and to experience financial health and wellness. Our Core Values are:
Belief in the boundless potential of young people,
Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration,
Conviction in the education and motivational impact relevant, hands-on learning
Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship.
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Washington state students? Junior Achievement of Washington is looking for a dedicated associate to join our Advancement team as the Corporate Partnerships Development Manager. Junior Achievement of WA wants its team to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY: CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising initiatives to secure revenue that meets the business objectives for Junior Achievement of Washington. The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager works under the direction of the Chief Advancement Officer in all development and fundraising endeavors, including the major gifts program, alumni giving, annual fund, special events, and capital campaigns.
This role is responsible for prospecting, establishing, and nurturing corporate partnerships at the State level. This role works closely with the development and programs team to match partners with JAWA's programming and fundraising opportunities. Additionally, this role is responsible for recruiting volunteers from corporate partners and recognizing their service. This position is based in Auburn WA, will be onsite, and remote.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES):
Collaborates with Chief Advancement Officer to identify prospective donors through operating gifts from companies and individuals, grants from private foundations, and marketing initiatives.
Designs and oversees a stewardship program that effectively engages all constituents – alumni, staff, board, volunteers, and donors – to create an effective resource pipeline, increase retention of funder relationships, increase revenue from existing relationships, and enhance the JA of Washington brand.
Fosters superior relationship-building capacity with key partners such as investors, foundations, corporate entities, other non-profit agencies, educational institutions, and other constituents to manage fundraising campaigns through direct solicitations and proposals.
Researches, identifies, and solicits companies, foundations, and individuals whose interests and priorities match current projects; prepares materials for meetings with existing and prospective donors.
Develops and executes giving campaigns, including the Mobile Unit Capital Campaign , the Impact Investor Campaign , and the Recurring Donor Campaign , providing timely and accurate reports on the progress of all fundraising activities.
Develops and manages information systems, tracking prospects, solicitors, and funding history. Assures that all data remain up to date and correct. Invoices and collects pledges promptly; prepare accurate and timely reports to campaign leadership.
Creates and manages a Resource Development Committee; develops a yearly calendar for the development team that includes timelines, procedures, and responsibilities to be accomplished.
Assists with preparing the income and expense budget and cash flow projections, including the tracking of revenues, expenses, and budget adjustments.
Identifies new corporate partnerships with the help of statewide and regional development teams. Partnerships should be strategic. For example, a partnership may bring much-needed resources to JAWA in the form of volunteer time and talent and/or funds or brand awareness.
Work with new and established corporate partners to identify corporate-driven student-facing programs ( JA In A Day, JA Job Shadow , Career Fairs, etc.) and work closely with Statewide Program Director and the programs team to plan and implement programming partnerships.
Serve as the primary contact for each corporate partner. Ensure that handover of the partner contact to the programs team for implementation is smooth and seamless.
Collaborate with Director of Communications and Statewide Program Director to develop and deliver presentations to corporate partners and potential volunteer recruits.
In close coordination with Statewide Program Director and the programs team, develop innovative programmatic solutions to meet partner and JAWA needs.
Recruit new and returning volunteers from the corporate sector for all programs to meet programming needs.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEREQUIRED:
Minimum of four years of successful fundraising experience involving corporate and foundation solicitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills emphasizing public speaking, persuasive communication, effective listening, and the ability to listen and translate concepts into language that connects with specific constituents
Proven track record in grant development & fundraising initiatives; proven experience in meeting deadlines & exceeding goals
The ability to manage multiple priorities is essential. Good organizational skills. Proven ability to maintain confidential information
Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office and fundraising database platforms
Energetic and willing to work hands-on in developing and executing various fundraising activities ranging from the routine to the highly creative and visible
Shows a willingness to put the time in to do the job well, including working occasional evening events and (rare) weekends
The candidate must have a valid driver's license and vehicle transportation required to meet the position's responsibilities
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
JAWA PAYS 100% OF EMPLOYEE PREMIUMS FOR MEDICAL & DENTAL/VISION/EMPLOYEE LIFE
United Healthcare Medical and Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Family and Dependent Life Insurance Vacation and Wellness Leave Paid Holidays & Winter Break Paid Personal Leave Days Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Ability Assist Program Family Leave Consistent with Local and National Regulations
WHAT MAKES JAWA SPECIAL:
401(k) with matching company contributions Work-Life balance – flexible options to balance office time via remote access as well as flexible work schedules Opportunity to volunteer in the classroom teaching JA programs twice per year.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described below represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: sit, walk, occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, continually required to talk or hear, occasionally required to bend, lift, or climb, and frequently required to lift and carry light weights (25-50 pounds), and specific vision abilities include: close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust or focus
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Strategic Plan Vision
In addition to reflecting JA's values, our five-year strategic plan furthers JA's passion to create equitable and accessible learning opportunities for all students in Washington aligned with our pathways of financial education, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Recognizing a need for JA to re-build after the challenges faced last year, the strategic plan focuses on first strengthening and then steadily growing the organization.
JAWA Social Justice Statement
We at JA of Washington stand for social justice. We are committed to educating in a way that dismantles inequality, racism, and oppression and sparking honest conversations in our communities. The future we envision and for which we prepare our students cannot exist unless we become catalysts for change. We pledge to do better. We must all do better.
Junior Achievement of Washington's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. In 2022, Junior Achievement of Washington will reach thousands of K-12 students with relevant, hands-on learning experiences that teach young people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their businesses, and develop readiness for careers or college.
Junior Achievement of Washington offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community. Junior Achievement of Washington associates are known for their passion for the mission of bringing business and education together to work with students in kindergarten through high school, empowering them to own their economic success. The team members interact with community leaders who support JAWA with their time, treasure, and talent.
Junior Achievement of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JA of Washington does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. www.jawashington.org