JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-01-2024
OPEN : January 16, 2024
CLOSES: Until Position is Filled
Position Title : Development Director
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
We are seeking an energetic and highly organized Development Director to implement our development plan. This is a key role in helping to grow the organization. The successful candidate will be analytical and creative, collaborate well with a passionate and fun staff, and coordinate and manage multiple projects. The Development Director will play a key role in the leadership of the organization as part of the organization’s Executive Team.
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.
Essential Functions: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Development Director (DD) will provide strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, evaluation, integration, and administration development department. The DD will lead a team of development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and educating and engaging more individuals and institutions in the to advance the organization’s mission. The DD will be part of a skilled team of professionals working to raise at least $5 million annually. The DD manages a multi-faceted fundraising program; central to this role will be prioritizing personal solicitation of major donors, events, online and direct marketing, and foundation fundraising.
Duties:
Work closely with the Development Team to establish fundraising goals, set strategic priorities, advise on program development, and develop and meet annual budget
Manage and build a growing team of development professionals, provide on-going guidance, direction, and motivation, hire team members and provide oversight to consultants as needed, delegate appropriately and ensure strong internal communication and coordination, and evaluate performance and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth
Work closely with the Boards of Directors to engage them more deeply in the fundraising process and to help cultivate a strong relationship between board members and the organization
Help track cultivation and prospecting activity and ensure the execution of action items
Solicit contributions from major individual donors and steward long-term relationships with donors
Develop relationships with prospective individual and foundation donors to increase funding
Research prospective institutional and individual funders
Work with internal partners to draft and edit proposals and reports
Track proposal and reporting deadlines, ensure that all submitted materials are accurate and comply with any funder requirements
Manage all grant activity in a central database and deliver regular reports to the Executive Director
Serve as the point person for management and maintenance of funders database and ensure efficient system utilization across all units
Oversee the implementation of ongoing programs to improve the renewal rates of existing annual donors, creatively use events to upgrade donors and maintain a diversity of revenue
Work with the VP of Operations to develop annual budgets and income projections
Stay abreast of political and philanthropic trends and ensure that Board and staff are informed of changes in legislation and other trends and initiatives that might impact giving
Competencies:
Experience in fundraising and achieving corporate s;ponsorships
Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles
Excellent management and supervisory skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Expertise in conducting research for potential donors
Skills in conducting analysis and industry trends
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years fundraising experience
Proven success in securing foundation and individual donor support
Experience managing a team, including experience in creating and managing successful major gifts programs
A clear understanding of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofit legal issues/structures.
Well-developed writing, interpersonal and organizational skills and experience managing staff
Commitment to organization’s mission and understanding of current policy issues and political landscape
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with, and quickly gain the respect and support of, various constituencies, including a visible chief executive committed to raising money, established development management team, active board members, other senior leadership, program directors and donors.
Experience as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting materials and making presentations to a variety of audiences
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: This position has frequent travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $85,000-$100,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
Nov 21, 2023
Full time
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-01-2024
OPEN : January 16, 2024
CLOSES: Until Position is Filled
Position Title : Development Director
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
We are seeking an energetic and highly organized Development Director to implement our development plan. This is a key role in helping to grow the organization. The successful candidate will be analytical and creative, collaborate well with a passionate and fun staff, and coordinate and manage multiple projects. The Development Director will play a key role in the leadership of the organization as part of the organization’s Executive Team.
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.
Essential Functions: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Development Director (DD) will provide strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, evaluation, integration, and administration development department. The DD will lead a team of development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and educating and engaging more individuals and institutions in the to advance the organization’s mission. The DD will be part of a skilled team of professionals working to raise at least $5 million annually. The DD manages a multi-faceted fundraising program; central to this role will be prioritizing personal solicitation of major donors, events, online and direct marketing, and foundation fundraising.
Duties:
Work closely with the Development Team to establish fundraising goals, set strategic priorities, advise on program development, and develop and meet annual budget
Manage and build a growing team of development professionals, provide on-going guidance, direction, and motivation, hire team members and provide oversight to consultants as needed, delegate appropriately and ensure strong internal communication and coordination, and evaluate performance and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth
Work closely with the Boards of Directors to engage them more deeply in the fundraising process and to help cultivate a strong relationship between board members and the organization
Help track cultivation and prospecting activity and ensure the execution of action items
Solicit contributions from major individual donors and steward long-term relationships with donors
Develop relationships with prospective individual and foundation donors to increase funding
Research prospective institutional and individual funders
Work with internal partners to draft and edit proposals and reports
Track proposal and reporting deadlines, ensure that all submitted materials are accurate and comply with any funder requirements
Manage all grant activity in a central database and deliver regular reports to the Executive Director
Serve as the point person for management and maintenance of funders database and ensure efficient system utilization across all units
Oversee the implementation of ongoing programs to improve the renewal rates of existing annual donors, creatively use events to upgrade donors and maintain a diversity of revenue
Work with the VP of Operations to develop annual budgets and income projections
Stay abreast of political and philanthropic trends and ensure that Board and staff are informed of changes in legislation and other trends and initiatives that might impact giving
Competencies:
Experience in fundraising and achieving corporate s;ponsorships
Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles
Excellent management and supervisory skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Expertise in conducting research for potential donors
Skills in conducting analysis and industry trends
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years fundraising experience
Proven success in securing foundation and individual donor support
Experience managing a team, including experience in creating and managing successful major gifts programs
A clear understanding of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofit legal issues/structures.
Well-developed writing, interpersonal and organizational skills and experience managing staff
Commitment to organization’s mission and understanding of current policy issues and political landscape
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with, and quickly gain the respect and support of, various constituencies, including a visible chief executive committed to raising money, established development management team, active board members, other senior leadership, program directors and donors.
Experience as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting materials and making presentations to a variety of audiences
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: This position has frequent travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $85,000-$100,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
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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.
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: WHY CHOOSE US? 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. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our 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! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Regional Philanthropy Senior Officer will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective regional private foundation donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross. Manage assigned portfolio of donors, sponsors and prospects to meet monthly, quarterly and annual revenue a goals. As required, serve as operational resource to less experienced team members to ensure consistent and effective implementation of donor development plans. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Candidates can work anywhere in the Connecticut and Rhode Island Region of American Red Cross . This is a hybrid work position which includes a mix of virtual and in-office work. The position also requires travel for face-to-face meetings with donors, staff and other constituents. Successful candidates will highlight experience with private foundations and grant writing. This position does not supervise any staff. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Develop and execute ongoing Regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions as well as recapture from previous donors. Work collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and interests of the donor/prospect. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. 2. Manage assigned portfolio of donors and prospects with intent to form deep relationships. Responsible for minimum annual fundraising goal tied to segmented or blended portfolio as specified in performance standards, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue. Develop donor management plans for entire portfolio resulting in strategic, knowledgeable and complex asks. Solicit assigned donor portfolio through face to face visits, including preparation of personalized materials. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. 3. Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Work with leadership volunteers to identify and cultivate appropriate donors and partner with assigned Gift Planning staff to solicit giving prospects among identified donors. Update donor records in region and/or district database and Salesforce.com following donor contacts. May lead team(s) in planning and executing against prospecting development programs. 4. Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate. May oversee and have responsibility for staff development. 5. Recruit, develop and work with field staff and volunteers. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree is highly desirable. Minimum 7 years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Requires frequent travel within the Region. Occasional travel within the Division. Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy Strong grant writing skills BENEFITS FOR YOU: 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 • Pay for Performance 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
Feb 14, 2024
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: WHY CHOOSE US? 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. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our 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! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Regional Philanthropy Senior Officer will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective regional private foundation donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross. Manage assigned portfolio of donors, sponsors and prospects to meet monthly, quarterly and annual revenue a goals. As required, serve as operational resource to less experienced team members to ensure consistent and effective implementation of donor development plans. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Candidates can work anywhere in the Connecticut and Rhode Island Region of American Red Cross . This is a hybrid work position which includes a mix of virtual and in-office work. The position also requires travel for face-to-face meetings with donors, staff and other constituents. Successful candidates will highlight experience with private foundations and grant writing. This position does not supervise any staff. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Develop and execute ongoing Regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions as well as recapture from previous donors. Work collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and interests of the donor/prospect. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. 2. Manage assigned portfolio of donors and prospects with intent to form deep relationships. Responsible for minimum annual fundraising goal tied to segmented or blended portfolio as specified in performance standards, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue. Develop donor management plans for entire portfolio resulting in strategic, knowledgeable and complex asks. Solicit assigned donor portfolio through face to face visits, including preparation of personalized materials. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. 3. Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Work with leadership volunteers to identify and cultivate appropriate donors and partner with assigned Gift Planning staff to solicit giving prospects among identified donors. Update donor records in region and/or district database and Salesforce.com following donor contacts. May lead team(s) in planning and executing against prospecting development programs. 4. Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate. May oversee and have responsibility for staff development. 5. Recruit, develop and work with field staff and volunteers. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree is highly desirable. Minimum 7 years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Requires frequent travel within the Region. Occasional travel within the Division. Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy Strong grant writing skills BENEFITS FOR YOU: 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 • Pay for Performance 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
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: WHY CHOOSE US? 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. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our 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! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Regional Philanthropy Sr. Partner will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective Regional donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross. Manage assigned portfolio of donors, sponsors and prospects to meet monthly, quarterly and annual revenue a goals. As required, serve as operational resource to less experienced team members to ensure consistent and effective implementation of donor development plans. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Candidates can work anywhere in the Northern California Coastal Region of American Red Cross or its surrounding counties. This is a hybrid work position which includes a mix of virtual and in-office work. The position also requires frequent travel for face-to-face meetings with donors, staff and other constituents. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Develop and execute ongoing Regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions as well as recapture from previous donors. Work collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and interests of the donor/prospect. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. 2. Manage assigned portfolio of donors and prospects with intent to form deep relationships. Responsible for minimum annual fundraising goal tied to segmented or blended portfolio as specified in performance standards, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue. Develop donor management plans for entire portfolio resulting in strategic, knowledgeable and complex asks. Solicit assigned donor portfolio through face to face visits, including preparation of personalized materials. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. Serve as mentor/informal leader to less experienced team members and operational resource in the areas of retention and strengthening donor relationships. 3. Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Work with leadership volunteers to identify and cultivate appropriate donors and partner with assigned Gift Planning staff to solicit giving prospects among identified donors. Update donor records in region and/or district database and Salesforce.com following donor contacts. May lead team(s) in planning and executing against prospecting development programs. 4. Develop ongoing relationships, cultivate, solicit and steward support of major donors from individuals, corporations and foundations to meet annual fundraising goals within the region. Support volunteer leaders in peer-to-peer outreach, (if appropriate) using giving societies such as the Tiffany Circle Society as a key program. Assist corporations in achieving their goals in strengthening their brand, marketing, and employee engagement. Articulate Red Cross programs, listen to corporations’ needs and align programs to their interests. Prepare grant proposals, and engage foundation staff and board members to cultivate and solicit support for the American Red Cross. 5. Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate. May oversee and have responsibility for staff development. 6. Recruit, develop and work with field staff and volunteers. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree is highly desirable. Minimum 7 years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. Requires frequent travel within the Region. Occasional travel within the Division and to Washington, DC. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Overall mobility is essential. May also include driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy Collaborative leader who focuses on accuracy, consistency and best practices Great interpersonal skills, commitment to the cause and adaptability. Expertise with Northern California funding community highly desirable. BENEFITS FOR YOU: 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 • Pay for Performance • Compensation: The salary range for this position is $112,000.00 + incentive ranges from 3.75%-11.25% of your base salary. * Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. *LI-POST 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
Feb 14, 2024
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: WHY CHOOSE US? 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. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our 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! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Regional Philanthropy Sr. Partner will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective Regional donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross. Manage assigned portfolio of donors, sponsors and prospects to meet monthly, quarterly and annual revenue a goals. As required, serve as operational resource to less experienced team members to ensure consistent and effective implementation of donor development plans. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Candidates can work anywhere in the Northern California Coastal Region of American Red Cross or its surrounding counties. This is a hybrid work position which includes a mix of virtual and in-office work. The position also requires frequent travel for face-to-face meetings with donors, staff and other constituents. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Develop and execute ongoing Regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions as well as recapture from previous donors. Work collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and interests of the donor/prospect. May lead team in planning and implementing fundraising strategies. 2. Manage assigned portfolio of donors and prospects with intent to form deep relationships. Responsible for minimum annual fundraising goal tied to segmented or blended portfolio as specified in performance standards, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue. Develop donor management plans for entire portfolio resulting in strategic, knowledgeable and complex asks. Solicit assigned donor portfolio through face to face visits, including preparation of personalized materials. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. Serve as mentor/informal leader to less experienced team members and operational resource in the areas of retention and strengthening donor relationships. 3. Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Work with leadership volunteers to identify and cultivate appropriate donors and partner with assigned Gift Planning staff to solicit giving prospects among identified donors. Update donor records in region and/or district database and Salesforce.com following donor contacts. May lead team(s) in planning and executing against prospecting development programs. 4. Develop ongoing relationships, cultivate, solicit and steward support of major donors from individuals, corporations and foundations to meet annual fundraising goals within the region. Support volunteer leaders in peer-to-peer outreach, (if appropriate) using giving societies such as the Tiffany Circle Society as a key program. Assist corporations in achieving their goals in strengthening their brand, marketing, and employee engagement. Articulate Red Cross programs, listen to corporations’ needs and align programs to their interests. Prepare grant proposals, and engage foundation staff and board members to cultivate and solicit support for the American Red Cross. 5. Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate. May oversee and have responsibility for staff development. 6. Recruit, develop and work with field staff and volunteers. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree is highly desirable. Minimum 7 years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. Requires frequent travel within the Region. Occasional travel within the Division and to Washington, DC. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Overall mobility is essential. May also include driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy Collaborative leader who focuses on accuracy, consistency and best practices Great interpersonal skills, commitment to the cause and adaptability. Expertise with Northern California funding community highly desirable. BENEFITS FOR YOU: 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 • Pay for Performance • Compensation: The salary range for this position is $112,000.00 + incentive ranges from 3.75%-11.25% of your base salary. * Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. *LI-POST Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. 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Code for America believes government can work for the people, by the people, in the digital age, and that government at all levels can and should work well for all people. For more than a decade, we’ve worked to show that with the mindful use of technology, we can break down barriers, meet community needs, and find real solutions.
Our employees and active community of volunteers build and transform government and community tools and services, making them so good they inspire change. We merge the best parts of technology, nonprofit, and government to help support the people who need it most. With a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and deep empathy for partners in government and community organizations and the people that our partners serve, we’re building a movement of motivated change agents driven by meaningful results and lasting impact. At Code for America, you contribute to exciting work while learning and developing in a supportive and flexible environment. Our compensation and benefits are holistic and thoughtfully curated to represent our employees and our mission. Help us drive real generational change that lasts.
Code for America is looking for a talented Director of Development who will drive long-term strategies and lead the current development team to accomplish ambitious fundraising goals across the organization.
As of October 27, 2023, Code for America has reached a CBA (collective bargaining agreement) with Code for America Workers United, affiliated with OPEIU (Office Professional Employees International Union, Local 1010). This position is not designated as part of Code for America Workers United.
About the Role:
The Director of Development at Code for America will develop and implement fundraising strategies for securing long-term, multi-year contributed / philanthropic revenue from institutional, corporate, and individual funders. This includes meeting annual revenue targets, building and owning funder relationships, prospecting, managing the delivery of concept notes, grant proposals, reports, and more. The goal is to raise significant revenue to support Code for America’s various programs / portfolios and general operating needs.
The Director of Development will report to either our Chief Revenue Officer or Chief Executive Officer. This role includes up to 15% travel.
In this position you will:
Revenue planning, strategy and execution | 50%
Resource Code for America programs and meet outlined revenue targets, across all revenue types, including foundations, corporations, and major donors
Plan for future revenue in collaboration with cross-functional leadership, including Revenue Operations, Programs, Finance, CxO, and Marketing & Communications
Develop and deliver on a multi year fundraising pipeline
Coordinate with the Program, Product, and Finance staff to gather required information to produce concept notes, LOI, proposals, budgets, and reports
Establish pitch strategy across funder groups and design best practices for funder cultivation and stewardship
Prospect research | 25%
Implement prospect research in coordination with the prospect researcher, including outreach, scheduling and attending meetings, and follow up. Work with the Finance Revenue Operations team to track these efforts to demonstrate results.
Strategic leadership | 20%
Develop and implement a coordinated, year-round fundraising plan and timetable for major and mid-level gifts, including setting target goals and monitoring ongoing results
Develop and implement funding strategy, meeting milestones, OKRs, KPIs, and other metrics in service of the fundraising target
Guide and advise on funding potential in order to inform and drive resource allocation decisions that achieve program goals and organizational mission
Draft proposal budgets and coordinate with Finance and Senior Program Directors to align on accuracy. Submit funding applications via email, portal or other mechanism, when completed
Represent development and fundraising to Code for America’s leadership team and to the organization; share expertise and best practices with colleagues under the ethos that ‘everyone is a fundraiser’
Other duties as assigned | 5%
About you:
7-10 years of professional fundraising experience (including grant writing experience);
3+ years of experience in a management role or leading a team;
Demonstrated track record of meeting revenue goals;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Data management and CRM experience (preference for Salesforce experience)
Strong process and project execution skills;
Highly organized with careful attention to detail;
Flexible and adaptable, and able to successfully juggle competing priorities and last-minute deadlines;
Demonstrated success in building strong relationships across teams;
Ability to work collaboratively and thoughtfully with cross functional teams;
Enjoy working in a high growth, fast-paced environment with high standards of excellence;
Passion for and commitment to Code for America mission, vision, and values.
It’s a bonus if you have:
Personal experience with or professional experience working within the criminal-legal system, social safety net or other mission-relevant government services
What you’ll get
Salary:
Code for America’s salary bands are transparent internally as a part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are happy to extend this transparency during the recruitment process. As a part of our equitable hiring practices, we aim to target the midpoint of the 2nd quartile of the range for all new hires.
The targets for this role are dependent on the market/geographic location. The targets for this role range from $121,869 to $149,188 annually.
Benefits and perks:
Values:
Leadership and teammates who value Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (DE&I)
A collaborative, cross-functional, hardworking and fun environment
Medical & Retirement:
Full benefits package with 100% coverage towards select medical, dental and vision plans and contributes 80% of the cost towards dependent and family coverage
401k plan with matching funds up to 3%
Professional development:
Bi annual 360 review process alongside compensation reviews
$1000 annual (per calendar year) stipend towards professional development
A manager and org-wide structure that supports and enables professional development
Flexible Time:
Unlimited Paid Time Off policy
Flexible working hours- Full time employees work 40 hours however we aim to hold all internal meetings between 10 AM - 3 PM PT
Code for America employees may work remotely across the US
Code for America employees may not work remotely outside of the US at anytime during their employment
Employee enablement support:
$200 stipend in first paycheck for remote environment setup
Additional equipment reimbursement of up to $500 for remote enablement
Cell phone and/or internet reimbursement of $50 per month
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Code for America values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Code for America is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
Dec 15, 2023
Full time
Code for America believes government can work for the people, by the people, in the digital age, and that government at all levels can and should work well for all people. For more than a decade, we’ve worked to show that with the mindful use of technology, we can break down barriers, meet community needs, and find real solutions.
Our employees and active community of volunteers build and transform government and community tools and services, making them so good they inspire change. We merge the best parts of technology, nonprofit, and government to help support the people who need it most. With a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and deep empathy for partners in government and community organizations and the people that our partners serve, we’re building a movement of motivated change agents driven by meaningful results and lasting impact. At Code for America, you contribute to exciting work while learning and developing in a supportive and flexible environment. Our compensation and benefits are holistic and thoughtfully curated to represent our employees and our mission. Help us drive real generational change that lasts.
Code for America is looking for a talented Director of Development who will drive long-term strategies and lead the current development team to accomplish ambitious fundraising goals across the organization.
As of October 27, 2023, Code for America has reached a CBA (collective bargaining agreement) with Code for America Workers United, affiliated with OPEIU (Office Professional Employees International Union, Local 1010). This position is not designated as part of Code for America Workers United.
About the Role:
The Director of Development at Code for America will develop and implement fundraising strategies for securing long-term, multi-year contributed / philanthropic revenue from institutional, corporate, and individual funders. This includes meeting annual revenue targets, building and owning funder relationships, prospecting, managing the delivery of concept notes, grant proposals, reports, and more. The goal is to raise significant revenue to support Code for America’s various programs / portfolios and general operating needs.
The Director of Development will report to either our Chief Revenue Officer or Chief Executive Officer. This role includes up to 15% travel.
In this position you will:
Revenue planning, strategy and execution | 50%
Resource Code for America programs and meet outlined revenue targets, across all revenue types, including foundations, corporations, and major donors
Plan for future revenue in collaboration with cross-functional leadership, including Revenue Operations, Programs, Finance, CxO, and Marketing & Communications
Develop and deliver on a multi year fundraising pipeline
Coordinate with the Program, Product, and Finance staff to gather required information to produce concept notes, LOI, proposals, budgets, and reports
Establish pitch strategy across funder groups and design best practices for funder cultivation and stewardship
Prospect research | 25%
Implement prospect research in coordination with the prospect researcher, including outreach, scheduling and attending meetings, and follow up. Work with the Finance Revenue Operations team to track these efforts to demonstrate results.
Strategic leadership | 20%
Develop and implement a coordinated, year-round fundraising plan and timetable for major and mid-level gifts, including setting target goals and monitoring ongoing results
Develop and implement funding strategy, meeting milestones, OKRs, KPIs, and other metrics in service of the fundraising target
Guide and advise on funding potential in order to inform and drive resource allocation decisions that achieve program goals and organizational mission
Draft proposal budgets and coordinate with Finance and Senior Program Directors to align on accuracy. Submit funding applications via email, portal or other mechanism, when completed
Represent development and fundraising to Code for America’s leadership team and to the organization; share expertise and best practices with colleagues under the ethos that ‘everyone is a fundraiser’
Other duties as assigned | 5%
About you:
7-10 years of professional fundraising experience (including grant writing experience);
3+ years of experience in a management role or leading a team;
Demonstrated track record of meeting revenue goals;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Data management and CRM experience (preference for Salesforce experience)
Strong process and project execution skills;
Highly organized with careful attention to detail;
Flexible and adaptable, and able to successfully juggle competing priorities and last-minute deadlines;
Demonstrated success in building strong relationships across teams;
Ability to work collaboratively and thoughtfully with cross functional teams;
Enjoy working in a high growth, fast-paced environment with high standards of excellence;
Passion for and commitment to Code for America mission, vision, and values.
It’s a bonus if you have:
Personal experience with or professional experience working within the criminal-legal system, social safety net or other mission-relevant government services
What you’ll get
Salary:
Code for America’s salary bands are transparent internally as a part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are happy to extend this transparency during the recruitment process. As a part of our equitable hiring practices, we aim to target the midpoint of the 2nd quartile of the range for all new hires.
The targets for this role are dependent on the market/geographic location. The targets for this role range from $121,869 to $149,188 annually.
Benefits and perks:
Values:
Leadership and teammates who value Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (DE&I)
A collaborative, cross-functional, hardworking and fun environment
Medical & Retirement:
Full benefits package with 100% coverage towards select medical, dental and vision plans and contributes 80% of the cost towards dependent and family coverage
401k plan with matching funds up to 3%
Professional development:
Bi annual 360 review process alongside compensation reviews
$1000 annual (per calendar year) stipend towards professional development
A manager and org-wide structure that supports and enables professional development
Flexible Time:
Unlimited Paid Time Off policy
Flexible working hours- Full time employees work 40 hours however we aim to hold all internal meetings between 10 AM - 3 PM PT
Code for America employees may work remotely across the US
Code for America employees may not work remotely outside of the US at anytime during their employment
Employee enablement support:
$200 stipend in first paycheck for remote environment setup
Additional equipment reimbursement of up to $500 for remote enablement
Cell phone and/or internet reimbursement of $50 per month
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Code for America values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Code for America is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-09-2023
OPEN: November 21, 2023
CLOSES: December 21, 2023
Position Title : Development Manager Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
We are seeking an energetic and highly organized Development Manager to manage the fundraising strategy and activities of the organization. This is a key role in helping to grow and sustain the organization. The successful candidate will be analytical and creative, collaborate well with a passionate and fun staff, and coordinate and manage multiple projects.
This Development Manager will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) . The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help establish a professional fundraising and donor relations function. The position will require managing relations with current, long-standing donor partners, as well as supporting efforts to broaden the donor base. The position is a self-starter keen to establish a career in fundraising and with a deep commitment to organization.
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.
Essential Function: The Development Manager (DM) is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the fundraising program to provide for the short- and long-term needs of the organization. The DM develops and implements a strategic partnerships and corresponding action plan, to generate funding to include corporate, foundation, government investments, events, grant writing and high donor giving for both the LULAC 501(c)3 and 501(c)4.
Essential Functions:
Assist with annual development goal setting and track progress towards those
Design, manage and strategically use donor database
Plan and execute strategies for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects, donors, and foundations
In coordination with senior team, research potential new donors and foundations and support outreach process
Maintain correspondence with existing and prospective donors in a timely and professional manner
Manage and track grant reporting deadlines
Prepare proposals and grant reports and support other staff managers/director with proposal and grant report writing
Ensure that staff submits timely and professional grant reports grant reports in appropriate formats
Help prepare CEO or designated senior staff for meetings with donors and, when required, accompany the senior management to donor meetings
Manage the fundraising schedule of the CEO and other Directors
Assist in the development of development related marketing materials and
Assist the CEO in preparation for Board engagement in development activities
Serve as the data manager for development, including the generation of accurate call lists, creating and running reports, tracking donor outreach, and call notes.
Manage and staff call-time for the CEO and ensure accurate data entry in tracking and follow-
Track stewardship goals for major donors, ensuring proper acknowledgement of gifts, and moving a process for moves management of recurring donors.
Key Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles
Knowledge of strategic planning and metric setting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable giving
Analytical skills to manage development industry trends and reports
Expertise in conducting research for potential donors
Ability to manage and oversee multiple projects
Required Education and Experience:
3-5 years of experience working in non-profit organization fundraising department
Ability to grasp and communicate complex policy ideas and work goals in clear, accessible, and compelling ways
Strong writing and interpersonal skills with ability to work independently and
Demonstrates a very high level of organization; a strong ability to prioritize tasks to meet multiple deadlines
A clear understanding of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofit legal issues/structures
Experience working with a fundraising or CRM database is preferred
Fluency in Microsoft Office
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: Ability and willingness to travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $ $65,000-$85,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any
Nov 21, 2023
Full time
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-09-2023
OPEN: November 21, 2023
CLOSES: December 21, 2023
Position Title : Development Manager Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
We are seeking an energetic and highly organized Development Manager to manage the fundraising strategy and activities of the organization. This is a key role in helping to grow and sustain the organization. The successful candidate will be analytical and creative, collaborate well with a passionate and fun staff, and coordinate and manage multiple projects.
This Development Manager will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) . The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help establish a professional fundraising and donor relations function. The position will require managing relations with current, long-standing donor partners, as well as supporting efforts to broaden the donor base. The position is a self-starter keen to establish a career in fundraising and with a deep commitment to organization.
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.
Essential Function: The Development Manager (DM) is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the fundraising program to provide for the short- and long-term needs of the organization. The DM develops and implements a strategic partnerships and corresponding action plan, to generate funding to include corporate, foundation, government investments, events, grant writing and high donor giving for both the LULAC 501(c)3 and 501(c)4.
Essential Functions:
Assist with annual development goal setting and track progress towards those
Design, manage and strategically use donor database
Plan and execute strategies for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects, donors, and foundations
In coordination with senior team, research potential new donors and foundations and support outreach process
Maintain correspondence with existing and prospective donors in a timely and professional manner
Manage and track grant reporting deadlines
Prepare proposals and grant reports and support other staff managers/director with proposal and grant report writing
Ensure that staff submits timely and professional grant reports grant reports in appropriate formats
Help prepare CEO or designated senior staff for meetings with donors and, when required, accompany the senior management to donor meetings
Manage the fundraising schedule of the CEO and other Directors
Assist in the development of development related marketing materials and
Assist the CEO in preparation for Board engagement in development activities
Serve as the data manager for development, including the generation of accurate call lists, creating and running reports, tracking donor outreach, and call notes.
Manage and staff call-time for the CEO and ensure accurate data entry in tracking and follow-
Track stewardship goals for major donors, ensuring proper acknowledgement of gifts, and moving a process for moves management of recurring donors.
Key Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles
Knowledge of strategic planning and metric setting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable giving
Analytical skills to manage development industry trends and reports
Expertise in conducting research for potential donors
Ability to manage and oversee multiple projects
Required Education and Experience:
3-5 years of experience working in non-profit organization fundraising department
Ability to grasp and communicate complex policy ideas and work goals in clear, accessible, and compelling ways
Strong writing and interpersonal skills with ability to work independently and
Demonstrates a very high level of organization; a strong ability to prioritize tasks to meet multiple deadlines
A clear understanding of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofit legal issues/structures
Experience working with a fundraising or CRM database is preferred
Fluency in Microsoft Office
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: Ability and willingness to travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $ $65,000-$85,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any
Initial Review of Applications : November 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis Anticipated start date: February 2024
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting/finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an exciting opening for a Director of Finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. The role will take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is a vital part of the organization and its future. The Grand Canyon Trust has 45+ employees and a budget of $6.8M.
We value all types of experience including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, relationships built, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
Desired Qualifications
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways we can continue to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our impact on the lands and peoples of the Colorado Plateau.
You can navigate through financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’re a values driven person and will embody the values of Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships, and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have a commitment to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You have the ability to center equity and care for others in all aspects of work, a commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the ability to integrate your commitment into your work.
Minimum Qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
Preferred: Experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling + work from home up to two days per week (For candidates located in Flagstaff); Position location: AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four) and two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life Insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
What does this position entail?
Financial Management (60%):
Oversees all financial functions including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provides effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participates in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represents the organization to the financial community.
Oversees and supervises the organization's human resource systems involving payroll such as insurance and other benefits.
Manages all records pertaining to contractors.
Assists in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Tracking the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants
Assumes responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assumes responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch, LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serves as a member of the senior leadership team and supervises finance staff.
Financial Administration (30%):
Responsible for data entry into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produces quarterly statements for the finance
Works in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provides monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC project managers.
Processes depreciation schedules.
Manages cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversees the accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll systems.
Oversees the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Reports on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculates payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during and at the end of the year.
Provides all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintains license to conduct business in Utah.
Compiles the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepares a variety of financials and budgets for the Board of Trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conducts annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC.
Serves as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolves accounting variances and estimates monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Additional/Other (10%):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational training.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Nov 13, 2023
Full time
Initial Review of Applications : November 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis Anticipated start date: February 2024
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting/finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an exciting opening for a Director of Finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. The role will take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is a vital part of the organization and its future. The Grand Canyon Trust has 45+ employees and a budget of $6.8M.
We value all types of experience including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, relationships built, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
Desired Qualifications
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways we can continue to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our impact on the lands and peoples of the Colorado Plateau.
You can navigate through financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’re a values driven person and will embody the values of Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships, and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have a commitment to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You have the ability to center equity and care for others in all aspects of work, a commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the ability to integrate your commitment into your work.
Minimum Qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
Preferred: Experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling + work from home up to two days per week (For candidates located in Flagstaff); Position location: AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four) and two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life Insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
What does this position entail?
Financial Management (60%):
Oversees all financial functions including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provides effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participates in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represents the organization to the financial community.
Oversees and supervises the organization's human resource systems involving payroll such as insurance and other benefits.
Manages all records pertaining to contractors.
Assists in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Tracking the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants
Assumes responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assumes responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch, LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serves as a member of the senior leadership team and supervises finance staff.
Financial Administration (30%):
Responsible for data entry into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produces quarterly statements for the finance
Works in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provides monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC project managers.
Processes depreciation schedules.
Manages cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversees the accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll systems.
Oversees the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Reports on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculates payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during and at the end of the year.
Provides all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintains license to conduct business in Utah.
Compiles the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepares a variety of financials and budgets for the Board of Trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conducts annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC.
Serves as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolves accounting variances and estimates monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Additional/Other (10%):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational training.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
League of Conservation Voters
Washington, DC Metropolitan Area
Title: Associate Manager of Development Administration Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Senior Director of Development Systems Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience) : $63,819-$77,646
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager of Development Administration who will be a critical member of a top-notch team of fundraising professionals, supporting and enhancing the work of the department’s leadership team to help implement multiple fundraising strategies on a growth-oriented, ambitious, and sophisticated team of major gifts officers, grant writers, researchers, marketers, and more. This position will assist with the tracking of departmental budgets, research and preparation of materials, and provide administrative support to the SVP for Development and the Development department. This position is critical to the infrastructure of the department, ensuring that logistics and operations are managed smoothly for the overall success of our fundraising goals.
The ideal candidate is creative, self driven, organized and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission-driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities :
Team Culture and Operations
Assist SVP for Development with administrative tasks, writing donor communications, memos and board reports, travel logistics, reimbursements, expense reports, and scheduling support, as needed.
Help plan and administer departmental planning processes, including playing a key role in planning and executing departmental retreats, including supporting departmental trainings, surveys and meetings.
Maintain tracking for all department objectives, communication with the rest of the organization including completing board reports and quarterly racial justice and equity reports.
Play a key role ensuring the development team centers anti-racist fundraising principles in our strategies, including supporting the Anti-Racist Fundraising Team Task Force in planning trainings, administering the gift acceptance policy, and leading and supporting team building efforts and inter-departmental communications.
Provide logistical support in virtual and in-person meetings and lead note-taking and disseminating follow-up in several regularly occurring meetings related to fundraising strategies and activities.
Help foster a culture of inclusivity, community, collaboration, and trust, including providing opportunities to build relationships with others on the team.
Archive all department wide materials and documents and ensure file retention between Google Drive and organizational network drive.
Travel up to 5% for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Contribute to the team with other projects and duties as assigned.
Provide administrative support for the budget creation and revision processes, including liaising with principal fundraisers on projections and working closely with the Vice President, Development Operations.
Board and Donor Strategy and Engagement
Run planning meetings focused on top tier donors with principal fundraisers, update and distribute reports, take notes, create task lists for principal fundraisers and follow up with them, as needed
Serve as liaison between various sub teams within Development on reports and reporting needs, working with the fundraising data team to create and maintain reports. Serve as the Board Development Committee liaison and help implement their charter, including scheduling regular meetings, sharing notes and other key information. Support the Senior Vice President of Development in their major gifts fundraising efforts and Board committee engagement by securing meetings, scheduling calls, and managing all necessary follow up for donors in the SVP’s portfolio.
Work directly with Board Chair, Development Committee Chair, and other board members on high touch stewardship for top tier donors.
Staff board meetings and events, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 3 years of experience in administrative support for a team, including project management and scheduling. Preferred – Experience working directly for someone in senior leadership in an organization; experience doing so in a non-profit, political organization or campaign.
Skills: Required – Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Extremely well organized; high level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information; solid judgment; self-starter, critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks; plans ahead and can see the big picture. Preferred – Experience with Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Development Administration” in the subject line by May 10, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
May 01, 2023
Full time
Title: Associate Manager of Development Administration Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Senior Director of Development Systems Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience) : $63,819-$77,646
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager of Development Administration who will be a critical member of a top-notch team of fundraising professionals, supporting and enhancing the work of the department’s leadership team to help implement multiple fundraising strategies on a growth-oriented, ambitious, and sophisticated team of major gifts officers, grant writers, researchers, marketers, and more. This position will assist with the tracking of departmental budgets, research and preparation of materials, and provide administrative support to the SVP for Development and the Development department. This position is critical to the infrastructure of the department, ensuring that logistics and operations are managed smoothly for the overall success of our fundraising goals.
The ideal candidate is creative, self driven, organized and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission-driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities :
Team Culture and Operations
Assist SVP for Development with administrative tasks, writing donor communications, memos and board reports, travel logistics, reimbursements, expense reports, and scheduling support, as needed.
Help plan and administer departmental planning processes, including playing a key role in planning and executing departmental retreats, including supporting departmental trainings, surveys and meetings.
Maintain tracking for all department objectives, communication with the rest of the organization including completing board reports and quarterly racial justice and equity reports.
Play a key role ensuring the development team centers anti-racist fundraising principles in our strategies, including supporting the Anti-Racist Fundraising Team Task Force in planning trainings, administering the gift acceptance policy, and leading and supporting team building efforts and inter-departmental communications.
Provide logistical support in virtual and in-person meetings and lead note-taking and disseminating follow-up in several regularly occurring meetings related to fundraising strategies and activities.
Help foster a culture of inclusivity, community, collaboration, and trust, including providing opportunities to build relationships with others on the team.
Archive all department wide materials and documents and ensure file retention between Google Drive and organizational network drive.
Travel up to 5% for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Contribute to the team with other projects and duties as assigned.
Provide administrative support for the budget creation and revision processes, including liaising with principal fundraisers on projections and working closely with the Vice President, Development Operations.
Board and Donor Strategy and Engagement
Run planning meetings focused on top tier donors with principal fundraisers, update and distribute reports, take notes, create task lists for principal fundraisers and follow up with them, as needed
Serve as liaison between various sub teams within Development on reports and reporting needs, working with the fundraising data team to create and maintain reports. Serve as the Board Development Committee liaison and help implement their charter, including scheduling regular meetings, sharing notes and other key information. Support the Senior Vice President of Development in their major gifts fundraising efforts and Board committee engagement by securing meetings, scheduling calls, and managing all necessary follow up for donors in the SVP’s portfolio.
Work directly with Board Chair, Development Committee Chair, and other board members on high touch stewardship for top tier donors.
Staff board meetings and events, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 3 years of experience in administrative support for a team, including project management and scheduling. Preferred – Experience working directly for someone in senior leadership in an organization; experience doing so in a non-profit, political organization or campaign.
Skills: Required – Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Extremely well organized; high level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information; solid judgment; self-starter, critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks; plans ahead and can see the big picture. Preferred – Experience with Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Development Administration” in the subject line by May 10, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
League of Conservation Voters
Washington, DC Metropolitan Area
Title: Associate Manager of Development Administration Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Senior Director of Development Systems Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience) : $63,819-$77,646
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager of Development Administration who will be a critical member of a top-notch team of fundraising professionals, supporting and enhancing the work of the department’s leadership team to help implement multiple fundraising strategies on a growth-oriented, ambitious, and sophisticated team of major gifts officers, grant writers, researchers, marketers, and more. This position will assist with the tracking of departmental budgets, research and preparation of materials, and provide administrative support to the SVP for Development and the Development department. This position is critical to the infrastructure of the department, ensuring that logistics and operations are managed smoothly for the overall success of our fundraising goals.
The ideal candidate is creative, self driven, organized and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission-driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities :
Team Culture and Operations
Assist SVP for Development with administrative tasks, writing donor communications, memos and board reports, travel logistics, reimbursements, expense reports, and scheduling support, as needed.
Help plan and administer departmental planning processes, including playing a key role in planning and executing departmental retreats, including supporting departmental trainings, surveys and meetings.
Maintain tracking for all department objectives, communication with the rest of the organization including completing board reports and quarterly racial justice and equity reports.
Play a key role ensuring the development team centers anti-racist fundraising principles in our strategies, including supporting the Anti-Racist Fundraising Team Task Force in planning trainings, administering the gift acceptance policy, and leading and supporting team building efforts and inter-departmental communications.
Provide logistical support in virtual and in-person meetings and lead note-taking and disseminating follow-up in several regularly occurring meetings related to fundraising strategies and activities.
Help foster a culture of inclusivity, community, collaboration, and trust, including providing opportunities to build relationships with others on the team.
Archive all department wide materials and documents and ensure file retention between Google Drive and organizational network drive.
Travel up to 5% for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Contribute to the team with other projects and duties as assigned.
Provide administrative support for the budget creation and revision processes, including liaising with principal fundraisers on projections and working closely with the Vice President, Development Operations.
Board and Donor Strategy and Engagement
Run planning meetings focused on top tier donors with principal fundraisers, update and distribute reports, take notes, create task lists for principal fundraisers and follow up with them, as needed
Serve as liaison between various sub teams within Development on reports and reporting needs, working with the fundraising data team to create and maintain reports. Serve as the Board Development Committee liaison and help implement their charter, including scheduling regular meetings, sharing notes and other key information. Support the Senior Vice President of Development in their major gifts fundraising efforts and Board committee engagement by securing meetings, scheduling calls, and managing all necessary follow up for donors in the SVP’s portfolio.
Work directly with Board Chair, Development Committee Chair, and other board members on high touch stewardship for top tier donors.
Staff board meetings and events, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 3 years of experience in administrative support for a team, including project management and scheduling. Preferred – Experience working directly for someone in senior leadership in an organization; experience doing so in a non-profit, political organization or campaign.
Skills: Required – Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Extremely well organized; high level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information; solid judgment; self-starter, critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks; plans ahead and can see the big picture. Preferred – Experience with Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Development Administration” in the subject line by April 16, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Apr 06, 2023
Full time
Title: Associate Manager of Development Administration Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Senior Director of Development Systems Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience) : $63,819-$77,646
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager of Development Administration who will be a critical member of a top-notch team of fundraising professionals, supporting and enhancing the work of the department’s leadership team to help implement multiple fundraising strategies on a growth-oriented, ambitious, and sophisticated team of major gifts officers, grant writers, researchers, marketers, and more. This position will assist with the tracking of departmental budgets, research and preparation of materials, and provide administrative support to the SVP for Development and the Development department. This position is critical to the infrastructure of the department, ensuring that logistics and operations are managed smoothly for the overall success of our fundraising goals.
The ideal candidate is creative, self driven, organized and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission-driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities :
Team Culture and Operations
Assist SVP for Development with administrative tasks, writing donor communications, memos and board reports, travel logistics, reimbursements, expense reports, and scheduling support, as needed.
Help plan and administer departmental planning processes, including playing a key role in planning and executing departmental retreats, including supporting departmental trainings, surveys and meetings.
Maintain tracking for all department objectives, communication with the rest of the organization including completing board reports and quarterly racial justice and equity reports.
Play a key role ensuring the development team centers anti-racist fundraising principles in our strategies, including supporting the Anti-Racist Fundraising Team Task Force in planning trainings, administering the gift acceptance policy, and leading and supporting team building efforts and inter-departmental communications.
Provide logistical support in virtual and in-person meetings and lead note-taking and disseminating follow-up in several regularly occurring meetings related to fundraising strategies and activities.
Help foster a culture of inclusivity, community, collaboration, and trust, including providing opportunities to build relationships with others on the team.
Archive all department wide materials and documents and ensure file retention between Google Drive and organizational network drive.
Travel up to 5% for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Contribute to the team with other projects and duties as assigned.
Provide administrative support for the budget creation and revision processes, including liaising with principal fundraisers on projections and working closely with the Vice President, Development Operations.
Board and Donor Strategy and Engagement
Run planning meetings focused on top tier donors with principal fundraisers, update and distribute reports, take notes, create task lists for principal fundraisers and follow up with them, as needed
Serve as liaison between various sub teams within Development on reports and reporting needs, working with the fundraising data team to create and maintain reports. Serve as the Board Development Committee liaison and help implement their charter, including scheduling regular meetings, sharing notes and other key information. Support the Senior Vice President of Development in their major gifts fundraising efforts and Board committee engagement by securing meetings, scheduling calls, and managing all necessary follow up for donors in the SVP’s portfolio.
Work directly with Board Chair, Development Committee Chair, and other board members on high touch stewardship for top tier donors.
Staff board meetings and events, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 3 years of experience in administrative support for a team, including project management and scheduling. Preferred – Experience working directly for someone in senior leadership in an organization; experience doing so in a non-profit, political organization or campaign.
Skills: Required – Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Extremely well organized; high level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information; solid judgment; self-starter, critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks; plans ahead and can see the big picture. Preferred – Experience with Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Development Administration” in the subject line by April 16, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, Rhode Island
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) is actively seeking a Senior Planned Giving Officer to join its Institutional Advancement Department. This role executes the strategic planned giving vision to further RISD’s priorities by helping donors achieve their charitable and financial goals. This position participates in the management, administration, marketing and strategic direction of the Office of Planned Giving as it pursues ambitious fundraising outcomes and plays an important role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Office of Planned Giving and securing significant revenue for the College and Museum. The Senior Planned Giving Officer devises personalized engagement plans to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of approximately 75 high-potential prospects while leveraging RISD cultivation opportunities, presenting gift opportunity proposals that may include cash and creative giving vehicles, addressing a donor’s overall philanthropic goals in plain language, and supporting the mission and goals of the College. This position also completes complex gift arrangements, working with donors and their professional advisors. It may facilitate and consult on close gifts of non-liquid and alternative assets, oversees the estate administration and settlement to facilitate realized bequests in a timely and efficient manner; manages the processing and administration of RISD’s gift annuities, pooled income funds, and charitable trusts; manages the gift annuity registration process in new states and maintain compliance in existing states; and organize and conduct internal training on charitable planning tools that will assist philanthropy officers and RISD Fund Officers, volunteers, and senior staff.
In consultation with the Senior Executive Director, Major + Planned Gifts and Vice President of Institutional Advancement, and in collaboration with other Planned Giving Officers, the Senior Planned Giving Officer identifies and develops marketing strategies for Planned Giving work. It serves as an educational and consultative resource aiding frontline fundraisers, leadership and volunteers in executing planned giving techniques and strategies for their assigned prospects, as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of relevant tax law and estate consequences of complex gift vehicles and how they can be used to advance RISD’s fundraising efforts.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience
Ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of divisional and institutional colleagues, within an environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Program strategy development and execution experience. Individual and team success in securing and maintaining 6+ figure accounts and/or philanthropy.
Demonstrated ability in prospect identification, relationship building, strategizing, and solicitation of charitable planned gifts or similar estate planning experience.
Must possess an understanding of and practice in higher education industry standards, best practices, and reporting as defined by the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP), the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Voluntary Support of Education (VSE).
Demonstrated knowledge in estate planning techniques, tax law, and the general body of statutory, regulatory, and case law regarding planned gifts. Ability to work collaboratively with RISD and external accounting, finance, and legal counsel.
Familiarity with Planned Giving platforms such as Pentera, FreeWill, or others.
Proven ability to manage complex organizational relationships and work effectively with executive leadership.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to write and present persuasively.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated effectiveness in outreach to volunteers and other fundraising partners.
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
Minimum of seven years’ experience in fundraising or working with high-net-worth individuals through a family office, private banking, financial services, financial planning or related professions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in relevant field, (business administration, tax or law) or rigorous professional designation (Certified Financial Planner ™(CFP), CPA, securities license) and/or designation as Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy ® preferred.
Experience in developing and marketing charitable gift arrangements and working with marketing vendors preferred.
Interest/experience in art and design is desirable.
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Mar 24, 2023
Full time
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) is actively seeking a Senior Planned Giving Officer to join its Institutional Advancement Department. This role executes the strategic planned giving vision to further RISD’s priorities by helping donors achieve their charitable and financial goals. This position participates in the management, administration, marketing and strategic direction of the Office of Planned Giving as it pursues ambitious fundraising outcomes and plays an important role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Office of Planned Giving and securing significant revenue for the College and Museum. The Senior Planned Giving Officer devises personalized engagement plans to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of approximately 75 high-potential prospects while leveraging RISD cultivation opportunities, presenting gift opportunity proposals that may include cash and creative giving vehicles, addressing a donor’s overall philanthropic goals in plain language, and supporting the mission and goals of the College. This position also completes complex gift arrangements, working with donors and their professional advisors. It may facilitate and consult on close gifts of non-liquid and alternative assets, oversees the estate administration and settlement to facilitate realized bequests in a timely and efficient manner; manages the processing and administration of RISD’s gift annuities, pooled income funds, and charitable trusts; manages the gift annuity registration process in new states and maintain compliance in existing states; and organize and conduct internal training on charitable planning tools that will assist philanthropy officers and RISD Fund Officers, volunteers, and senior staff.
In consultation with the Senior Executive Director, Major + Planned Gifts and Vice President of Institutional Advancement, and in collaboration with other Planned Giving Officers, the Senior Planned Giving Officer identifies and develops marketing strategies for Planned Giving work. It serves as an educational and consultative resource aiding frontline fundraisers, leadership and volunteers in executing planned giving techniques and strategies for their assigned prospects, as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of relevant tax law and estate consequences of complex gift vehicles and how they can be used to advance RISD’s fundraising efforts.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience
Ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of divisional and institutional colleagues, within an environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Program strategy development and execution experience. Individual and team success in securing and maintaining 6+ figure accounts and/or philanthropy.
Demonstrated ability in prospect identification, relationship building, strategizing, and solicitation of charitable planned gifts or similar estate planning experience.
Must possess an understanding of and practice in higher education industry standards, best practices, and reporting as defined by the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP), the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Voluntary Support of Education (VSE).
Demonstrated knowledge in estate planning techniques, tax law, and the general body of statutory, regulatory, and case law regarding planned gifts. Ability to work collaboratively with RISD and external accounting, finance, and legal counsel.
Familiarity with Planned Giving platforms such as Pentera, FreeWill, or others.
Proven ability to manage complex organizational relationships and work effectively with executive leadership.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to write and present persuasively.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated effectiveness in outreach to volunteers and other fundraising partners.
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
Minimum of seven years’ experience in fundraising or working with high-net-worth individuals through a family office, private banking, financial services, financial planning or related professions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in relevant field, (business administration, tax or law) or rigorous professional designation (Certified Financial Planner ™(CFP), CPA, securities license) and/or designation as Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy ® preferred.
Experience in developing and marketing charitable gift arrangements and working with marketing vendors preferred.
Interest/experience in art and design is desirable.
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Senior Philanthropy Advisor for Economics, Business and Capital Campaign The Senior Philanthropy Advisor ( SPA ) for Economics, Business, and Capital Campaign Priorities serves as the chief philanthropy officer for Hope College’s vision for the future of Business, Economics, and related capital investment, which makes up $100 Million of Hope College’s next comprehensive campaign. It is an unparalleled opportunity to move Hope College’s outstanding reputation for business related graduates into the national spotlight. Hope College is a highly regarded source for leadership talent at corporations and businesses throughout the Midwest, and has a growing reputation across the nation. In partnership with the Vice President, Associate Vice Presidents, the Chair of Economics and Business, and the Senior Director of Donor Relations and Philanthropy Services, the Senior Philanthropy Advisor will possess an awareness of leading philanthropy industry and content-based practices to implement, assess, and refine metrics, and activities in support of capital campaign goals and priorities. The SPA reports to the Associate Vice President ( AVP ) for Principle and Planned Giving in the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement. Responsibilities Include: Strategic Planning and Management (20%)
In close collaboration with and support of the leadership in Economics & Business, and in partnership with the AVP for Principle and Planned Giving, as well as the AVP for Campaigns and Chief Administrative Officer, primary responsibilities include serving as the lead philanthropy and engagement liaison through establishing and advocating for the fundraising priorities and setting the ongoing development of annual capital and campaign goals. This includes…
Maintaining adherence to institutional policies and best practices, especially ensuring that all philanthropy and engagement goals and efforts reflect divisional culture and inclusive excellence guiding principles.
Meeting regularly to help prioritize and manage philanthropic and engagement activities of involved leadership and appropriate divisional leadership/faculty with prospects and donors.
Serving as a liaison in prioritizing and coordinating College leadership and divisional representatives through cultivating their active participation in fundraising and campaign-related activities.
Ensuring leadership for Economics and Business as well as and capital projects are provided with necessary donor, prospect, and research support materials, including the creation of proposals and related development correspondence.
Collaborating with the AVP , SPAs, and APAs from other affinities on institutionally prioritized multi-disciplinary, cross-divisional fundraising initiatives as necessary.
Seeking out and maintaining fluency with the academic, administrative, and programmatic funding priorities for Economics and Business as well as capital projects in order to effectively align those activities with potential sources of external support.
Establishing solid working relationships with department chairs, directors and administrative units and provide support with donor/campaign visits and events.
Overseeing and assisting in the development of annual budget and work collaboratively to ensure effective stewardship of resources by being fiscally responsible.
Fundraising (80%)
Ensuring fundraising goals and activity metrics are achieved both individually and divisionally, through collaboration with the AVP , Dean, SPAs, APAs, and essential partners throughout the campus community, and volunteers.
Developing and proactively maintaining a dynamic portfolio of approximately 100-150 current and potential donors within the Economics and Business constituency with the capacity to make a major philanthropic investment, defined as $50,000 or greater with a focus on six and seven figure gifts. (While SPAs should meet annual major gift proposal benchmarks, equal weight is placed on the SPA’s annual discovery efforts to develop new donors.)
Partnering with the Office of Sponsored Research and Programs to determine potential corporate and foundation opportunities.
Ensuring best practices regarding stewardship of all donors, in concert with Donor Relations, campus partners, and divisional and institutional leadership The Senior Philanthropy Advisor ( SPA ) serves as the chief engagement officer for Hope College’s Division of Social Sciences with personal responsibility for philanthropic achievement for the Division. The SPA reports to the Associate Vice President ( AVP ) in the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible fundraising and leadership experience, including individual fundraising or the equivalent is required.
With deference to Jerry Panas, candidates must have: impeccable integrity, active listening skills, the ability to motivate others, an unrivaled work ethic, concern for people, high expectations of themselves and others, passion for this work, exceptional energy, perseverance, and professional poise.
Commitment to the mission and values of Hope College.
Impeccable integrity, active listening skills, the ability to motivate others, strong work ethic, concern for people, commitment to culture and inclusive excellence, high in expectations of themselves and others, passion for the work of matchmaking donor and institutional needs, comfort with a multi-plexed organization and strong professional presence and poise.
Must have strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
This position requires significant travel, including potential international travel.
Ability to work comfortably – both independently and collaboratively – in a fast-paced, creative and demanding environment that requires emotional intelligence, strong problem-solving skills, and sound judgment in decision making.
Must have computer skills, which should include CRM experience and networked information systems.
Must be able to work in a team-based environment with a mixture of staff, faculty, administration, alumni and volunteers.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred.
Seasoned fundraising professional with experience working in higher education.
Experience working in a large, complex system.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), databases (FileMaker and Access) and CRMs/Networked Information Systems (Raiser’s Edge).
Application Instructions:
Candidates are required to provide a Letter of Interest to the Selection Committee, a Resume and one writing sample. Please include contact information for three references. References will not be contacted until later in the interview process.
Mar 17, 2023
Full time
Senior Philanthropy Advisor for Economics, Business and Capital Campaign The Senior Philanthropy Advisor ( SPA ) for Economics, Business, and Capital Campaign Priorities serves as the chief philanthropy officer for Hope College’s vision for the future of Business, Economics, and related capital investment, which makes up $100 Million of Hope College’s next comprehensive campaign. It is an unparalleled opportunity to move Hope College’s outstanding reputation for business related graduates into the national spotlight. Hope College is a highly regarded source for leadership talent at corporations and businesses throughout the Midwest, and has a growing reputation across the nation. In partnership with the Vice President, Associate Vice Presidents, the Chair of Economics and Business, and the Senior Director of Donor Relations and Philanthropy Services, the Senior Philanthropy Advisor will possess an awareness of leading philanthropy industry and content-based practices to implement, assess, and refine metrics, and activities in support of capital campaign goals and priorities. The SPA reports to the Associate Vice President ( AVP ) for Principle and Planned Giving in the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement. Responsibilities Include: Strategic Planning and Management (20%)
In close collaboration with and support of the leadership in Economics & Business, and in partnership with the AVP for Principle and Planned Giving, as well as the AVP for Campaigns and Chief Administrative Officer, primary responsibilities include serving as the lead philanthropy and engagement liaison through establishing and advocating for the fundraising priorities and setting the ongoing development of annual capital and campaign goals. This includes…
Maintaining adherence to institutional policies and best practices, especially ensuring that all philanthropy and engagement goals and efforts reflect divisional culture and inclusive excellence guiding principles.
Meeting regularly to help prioritize and manage philanthropic and engagement activities of involved leadership and appropriate divisional leadership/faculty with prospects and donors.
Serving as a liaison in prioritizing and coordinating College leadership and divisional representatives through cultivating their active participation in fundraising and campaign-related activities.
Ensuring leadership for Economics and Business as well as and capital projects are provided with necessary donor, prospect, and research support materials, including the creation of proposals and related development correspondence.
Collaborating with the AVP , SPAs, and APAs from other affinities on institutionally prioritized multi-disciplinary, cross-divisional fundraising initiatives as necessary.
Seeking out and maintaining fluency with the academic, administrative, and programmatic funding priorities for Economics and Business as well as capital projects in order to effectively align those activities with potential sources of external support.
Establishing solid working relationships with department chairs, directors and administrative units and provide support with donor/campaign visits and events.
Overseeing and assisting in the development of annual budget and work collaboratively to ensure effective stewardship of resources by being fiscally responsible.
Fundraising (80%)
Ensuring fundraising goals and activity metrics are achieved both individually and divisionally, through collaboration with the AVP , Dean, SPAs, APAs, and essential partners throughout the campus community, and volunteers.
Developing and proactively maintaining a dynamic portfolio of approximately 100-150 current and potential donors within the Economics and Business constituency with the capacity to make a major philanthropic investment, defined as $50,000 or greater with a focus on six and seven figure gifts. (While SPAs should meet annual major gift proposal benchmarks, equal weight is placed on the SPA’s annual discovery efforts to develop new donors.)
Partnering with the Office of Sponsored Research and Programs to determine potential corporate and foundation opportunities.
Ensuring best practices regarding stewardship of all donors, in concert with Donor Relations, campus partners, and divisional and institutional leadership The Senior Philanthropy Advisor ( SPA ) serves as the chief engagement officer for Hope College’s Division of Social Sciences with personal responsibility for philanthropic achievement for the Division. The SPA reports to the Associate Vice President ( AVP ) in the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible fundraising and leadership experience, including individual fundraising or the equivalent is required.
With deference to Jerry Panas, candidates must have: impeccable integrity, active listening skills, the ability to motivate others, an unrivaled work ethic, concern for people, high expectations of themselves and others, passion for this work, exceptional energy, perseverance, and professional poise.
Commitment to the mission and values of Hope College.
Impeccable integrity, active listening skills, the ability to motivate others, strong work ethic, concern for people, commitment to culture and inclusive excellence, high in expectations of themselves and others, passion for the work of matchmaking donor and institutional needs, comfort with a multi-plexed organization and strong professional presence and poise.
Must have strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
This position requires significant travel, including potential international travel.
Ability to work comfortably – both independently and collaboratively – in a fast-paced, creative and demanding environment that requires emotional intelligence, strong problem-solving skills, and sound judgment in decision making.
Must have computer skills, which should include CRM experience and networked information systems.
Must be able to work in a team-based environment with a mixture of staff, faculty, administration, alumni and volunteers.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred.
Seasoned fundraising professional with experience working in higher education.
Experience working in a large, complex system.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), databases (FileMaker and Access) and CRMs/Networked Information Systems (Raiser’s Edge).
Application Instructions:
Candidates are required to provide a Letter of Interest to the Selection Committee, a Resume and one writing sample. Please include contact information for three references. References will not be contacted until later in the interview process.
League of Conservation Voters
Washington, DC Metropolitan Area
Title: Associate Manager of Development Administration
Department: Development
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Senior Director of Development Systems
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: C
Salary Range (depending on experience): $63,819 – $77,646
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager of Development Administration who will be a critical member of a top-notch team of fundraising professionals, supporting and enhancing the work of the department’s leadership team to help implement multiple fundraising strategies on a growth-oriented, ambitious, and sophisticated team of major gifts officers, grant writers, researchers, marketers, and more. This position will assist with the tracking of departmental budgets, research and preparation of materials, and provide administrative support to the SVP for Development and the Development department. This position is critical to the infrastructure of the department, ensuring that logistics and operations are managed smoothly for the overall success of our fundraising goals.
The ideal candidate is creative, self driven, organized and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission-driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Team Culture and Operations
Assist SVP for Development with administrative tasks, writing donor communications, memos and board reports, travel logistics, reimbursements, expense reports, and scheduling support, as needed.
Help plan and administer departmental planning processes, including playing a key role in planning and executing departmental retreats, including supporting departmental trainings, surveys and meetings.
Maintain tracking for all department objectives, communication with the rest of the organization including completing board reports and quarterly racial justice and equity reports.
Play a key role ensuring the development team centers anti-racist fundraising principles in our strategies, including supporting the Anti-Racist Fundraising Team Task Force in planning trainings, administering the gift acceptance policy, and leading and supporting team building efforts and inter-departmental communications.
Provide logistical support in virtual and in-person meetings and lead note-taking and disseminating follow-up in several regularly occurring meetings related to fundraising strategies and activities.
Help foster a culture of inclusivity, community, collaboration, and trust, including providing opportunities to build relationships with others on the team.
Archive all department wide materials and documents and ensure file retention between Google Drive and organizational network drive.
Travel up to 5% for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Contribute to the team with other projects and duties as assigned.
Provide administrative support for the budget creation and revision processes, including liaising with principal fundraisers on projections and working closely with the Vice President, Development Operations.
Board and Donor Strategy and Engagement
Run planning meetings focused on top tier donors with principal fundraisers, update and distribute reports, take notes, create task lists for principal fundraisers and follow up with them, as needed
Serve as liaison between various sub teams within Development on reports and reporting needs, working with the fundraising data team to create and maintain reports.
Serve as the Board Development Committee liaison and help implement their charter, including scheduling regular meetings, sharing notes and other key information.
Support the Senior Vice President of Development in their major gifts fundraising efforts and Board committee engagement by securing meetings, scheduling calls, and managing all necessary follow up for donors in the SVP’s portfolio.
Work directly with Board Chair, Development Committee Chair, and other board members on high touch stewardship for top tier donors.
Staff board meetings and events, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 3 years of experience in administrative support for a team, including project management and scheduling. Preferred – Experience working directly for someone in senior leadership in an organization; experience doing so in a non-profit, political organization or campaign.
Skills: Required – Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Extremely well organized; high level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information; solid judgment; self-starter, critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks; plans ahead and can see the big picture. Preferred – Experience with Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Development Administration” in the subject line by April 3, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Mar 14, 2023
Full time
Title: Associate Manager of Development Administration
Department: Development
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Senior Director of Development Systems
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: C
Salary Range (depending on experience): $63,819 – $77,646
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager of Development Administration who will be a critical member of a top-notch team of fundraising professionals, supporting and enhancing the work of the department’s leadership team to help implement multiple fundraising strategies on a growth-oriented, ambitious, and sophisticated team of major gifts officers, grant writers, researchers, marketers, and more. This position will assist with the tracking of departmental budgets, research and preparation of materials, and provide administrative support to the SVP for Development and the Development department. This position is critical to the infrastructure of the department, ensuring that logistics and operations are managed smoothly for the overall success of our fundraising goals.
The ideal candidate is creative, self driven, organized and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission-driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Team Culture and Operations
Assist SVP for Development with administrative tasks, writing donor communications, memos and board reports, travel logistics, reimbursements, expense reports, and scheduling support, as needed.
Help plan and administer departmental planning processes, including playing a key role in planning and executing departmental retreats, including supporting departmental trainings, surveys and meetings.
Maintain tracking for all department objectives, communication with the rest of the organization including completing board reports and quarterly racial justice and equity reports.
Play a key role ensuring the development team centers anti-racist fundraising principles in our strategies, including supporting the Anti-Racist Fundraising Team Task Force in planning trainings, administering the gift acceptance policy, and leading and supporting team building efforts and inter-departmental communications.
Provide logistical support in virtual and in-person meetings and lead note-taking and disseminating follow-up in several regularly occurring meetings related to fundraising strategies and activities.
Help foster a culture of inclusivity, community, collaboration, and trust, including providing opportunities to build relationships with others on the team.
Archive all department wide materials and documents and ensure file retention between Google Drive and organizational network drive.
Travel up to 5% for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Contribute to the team with other projects and duties as assigned.
Provide administrative support for the budget creation and revision processes, including liaising with principal fundraisers on projections and working closely with the Vice President, Development Operations.
Board and Donor Strategy and Engagement
Run planning meetings focused on top tier donors with principal fundraisers, update and distribute reports, take notes, create task lists for principal fundraisers and follow up with them, as needed
Serve as liaison between various sub teams within Development on reports and reporting needs, working with the fundraising data team to create and maintain reports.
Serve as the Board Development Committee liaison and help implement their charter, including scheduling regular meetings, sharing notes and other key information.
Support the Senior Vice President of Development in their major gifts fundraising efforts and Board committee engagement by securing meetings, scheduling calls, and managing all necessary follow up for donors in the SVP’s portfolio.
Work directly with Board Chair, Development Committee Chair, and other board members on high touch stewardship for top tier donors.
Staff board meetings and events, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 3 years of experience in administrative support for a team, including project management and scheduling. Preferred – Experience working directly for someone in senior leadership in an organization; experience doing so in a non-profit, political organization or campaign.
Skills: Required – Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Extremely well organized; high level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information; solid judgment; self-starter, critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks; plans ahead and can see the big picture. Preferred – Experience with Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Development Administration” in the subject line by April 3, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Application deadline : Feb. 27, 2023 at 5 p.m. MST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Anticipated start date: May 2023
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting and finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an opening for a director of finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. You’ll also take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is vital to the organization and its future.
We value all types of experience, including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, community relationships, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
What does this position entail?
Financial management (60 percent):
Oversee all financial functions, including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provide effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participate in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represent the organization to the financial community.
Oversee and supervise the organization's human resource systems involving payroll, such as insurance and other benefits.
Manage all records pertaining to contractors.
Assist in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Track the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants.
Assume responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assume responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serve on the senior leadership team and supervise finance staff.
Financial administration (30 percent):
Enter data into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produce quarterly statements for the finance
Work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provide monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC project managers.
Process depreciation schedules.
Manage cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversee the accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll systems.
Oversee the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Report on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculate payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during, and at the end of the year.
Provide all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintain license to conduct business in Arizona.
Compile the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepare a variety of financials and budgets for the board of trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conduct annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC.
Serve as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolve accounting variances and estimate monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Other (10 percent):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational trainings.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Required qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
You have experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
You can navigate financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have solid interpersonal skills, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our work across the Colorado Plateau.
You will embody the values of the Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You are committed to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and integrate your commitment into your work.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling and option to work from home
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four)
Two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan, plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico, with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, Arizona (you’ll need to travel to Flagstaff at least once a month).
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
How do I apply?
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@grandcanyontrust.org .
The Grand Canyon Trust is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We work actively to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of identity including but not limited to: Race, ethnicity, gender, parental status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
Feb 08, 2023
Full time
Application deadline : Feb. 27, 2023 at 5 p.m. MST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Anticipated start date: May 2023
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting and finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an opening for a director of finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. You’ll also take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is vital to the organization and its future.
We value all types of experience, including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, community relationships, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
What does this position entail?
Financial management (60 percent):
Oversee all financial functions, including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provide effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participate in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represent the organization to the financial community.
Oversee and supervise the organization's human resource systems involving payroll, such as insurance and other benefits.
Manage all records pertaining to contractors.
Assist in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Track the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants.
Assume responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assume responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serve on the senior leadership team and supervise finance staff.
Financial administration (30 percent):
Enter data into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produce quarterly statements for the finance
Work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provide monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC project managers.
Process depreciation schedules.
Manage cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversee the accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll systems.
Oversee the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Report on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculate payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during, and at the end of the year.
Provide all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintain license to conduct business in Arizona.
Compile the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepare a variety of financials and budgets for the board of trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conduct annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC.
Serve as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolve accounting variances and estimate monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Other (10 percent):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational trainings.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Required qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
You have experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
You can navigate financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have solid interpersonal skills, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our work across the Colorado Plateau.
You will embody the values of the Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You are committed to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and integrate your commitment into your work.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling and option to work from home
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four)
Two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan, plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico, with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, Arizona (you’ll need to travel to Flagstaff at least once a month).
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
How do I apply?
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@grandcanyontrust.org .
The Grand Canyon Trust is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We work actively to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of identity including but not limited to: Race, ethnicity, gender, parental status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
Making Waves Education Foundation
Richmond, CA Hybrid
This position is perfect for an innovative fundraiser who loves building relationships and rallying others to make a powerful impact through philanthropy.
The Chief Development Officer will lead the next chapter of our organization’s fundraising efforts and will partner with teammates, board members, students, alumni, and donors to dramatically increase the number of underrepresented students in our region who achieve college and career success. The Chief Development Officer will build new networks of donors who are excited to fund our growth strategy and will steward our current donors to fund our core college access and success program that supports students from Making Waves Academy.
In the first two years, the Chief Development Officer will be responsible for:
Creating a strategy to grow and diversify our donor base,
Shaping a culture of philanthropy on our board and supporting board members to connect their networks to Making Waves programs and impact,
Building relationships with and growing funding from current donors and new networks,
Building inspiring programming that connects donors to our work, and
Achieving the annual $3.5m fundraising goal and identifying $500k in potential new funding.
This position reports to the CEO, Patrick O’Donnell, will hire and manage one full-time employee, and will have access to resources to hire consulting support as needed.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
We are proud of the above market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. The Chief Development Officer is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of 146,400 – 219,600 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
Signing bonus of 5% of base salary to be paid in two installments: 50% on the first eligible payroll and 50% within 6 months of the hire date.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time)
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. In-person meetings with donors will also be required as part of relationship building and donor cultivation and stewardship efforts. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description reflects Making Waves Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time.
The Chief Development Officer’s primary responsibilities include:
Define fundraising strategy
Set a vision and strategy for fundraising at Making Waves and create annual and long-term fundraising goals across revenue streams, with a primary focus on individuals and foundations, that advance the organization’ strategic plan
Conduct a feasibility study, collaborating closely with the CEO and Board of Directors, to determine the needed board fundraising strategy to achieve our fundraising goals and advance our strategic plan
Build donor-facing programming to connect existing and potential donors to our work
Partner with the Chief Finance and Strategy Officer to set a vision for forecasting grounded in a weighted pipeline
Anticipate fundraising outcomes and create smart pivots and/or contingency plans to mitigate risk
Ensure that the organization is operating in Salesforce in ways that ensure strong data integrity and accurate reporting
Lead fundraising execution
Ensure that the organization consistently hits fundraising targets (estimated at $3.5mm for FY24).
Directly oversee a portfolio of existing donors and donor prospects, taking an active role in building relationships, expanding networks, cultivating donors, soliciting donations, and stewarding donors.
Leverage board members to actively engage their networks with Making Waves and building board members’ skill at telling our story.
Support the Foundation and Academy CEOs on the portfolio of high-profile donor relationships that they manage, and deploy them as part of a larger funder cultivation strategy
Maintaining existing funding levels for Making Waves Academy through strong stewardship of existing donors.
Leverage the Senior Leadership Team to engage their networks, cultivate and steward donors, and define donor strategy and proposals.
Serve as the board liaison, managing the scheduling, team preparation, and logistics of quarterly board meetings.
Collaborate across Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy
Collaborate with the Director of Marketing & Storytelling to create donor-facing narratives, appeals, and stewardship.
Collaborate with Vice President of Partnerships to increase corporate funding, state funding, and earned income revenue.
Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer to translate programmatic efforts into creative, impactful appeals to prospective funders
Collaborate with the Chief Finance & Strategy Officer to create donor-facing budgets and to prepare revenue forecasting and projections
Collaborate with the Director of Product Innovation and VP of Community Development & Social Impact on funding our AI College Advisor and on government funding opportunities.
Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing and inclusive team
Partner with the Chief People & Operations Officer to hire and onboard a development support staff member
Lead team’s annual goal setting, reflection, and continuous learning
Monitor programmatic performance, assess strengths and growth areas, spot patterns, and define opportunities for action that put the team on track to achieve our student impact goals.
Set vision for and implement systems, processes, and rituals to cultivate a high performing, inclusive team (e.g., consistent 1:1 check-ins, team meetings, clear communication, etc.)
Set clear expectations for direct reports and empower them to lead with a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leverage experience and resources (e.g., team management software, MWF-sponsored management training) to build a culture of continuous feedback and development
Contribute to important cross-functional projects
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and Leadership Team
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future
Contribute to the development of a growing, fast-paced organization, including participation in events and programming as well as database and technology oversight and maintenance
Prioritize professional growth by researching, scheduling, and participating in professional development opportunities in service of your professional growth and impact on the organization
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in and a passion for frontline fundraising, preferably in individual and/or foundation giving
Fundraising experience that includes leading the entire donor lifecycle with individuals and institutions resulting in 5, 6, and 7-figure gifts
Experience working with boards of directors to engage the board’s networks so that the board is playing a catalytic role in the organization’s ability to fundraise.
Experience working on a development team that successfully forecasts and conducts regular progress to goal conversations
Experience managing full time staff members to strong job performance and satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
A working knowledge of education systems, including schools and college access, and an excitement to stay current on trends within education at the national level and local to the Bay Area
Skills you have developed and knowledge you have acquired:
An adept operator who is capable of complex project management in a relationship funnel context and is highly effective at managing others to outcomes through solid and dotted lines
A highly relational professional with the capacity to build strong, trusting relationships at both Making Waves organizations and the gravitas to compel existing and potential donors to support our work
A strategist who approaches work through an analytical lens in service of thoughtful prioritization, disciplined and purposeful pivots, and contingency planning to ensure outcomes are met
An experienced fundraising professional with the content knowledge necessary to find success in this role:
Knowledge of best practices to identify and build network maps of high wealth individuals and institutions
Full understanding of the major gift donor life cycle and a depth of knowledge to drive differentiated strategy and approach across donors
Ability to oversee team and stakeholders towards strong data integrity
Ability to lead effective forecasting and progress to goal conversations
Ability both fully own donor relationships and to support executives to fundraise efficiently and effectively
How you work and what you value:
You relate with and align with our core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow)
You have a deep and authentic commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and are eager to manage staff, serve on our leadership team, and lead our development function in ways that are fully centered on these values
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter
You enjoy working on a team and will operate in ways that will build trust with teammates (integrity, reliability, empathy, etc.)
You enjoy fundraising, are driven by results, and will be satisfied in a leadership role that fully spans high level strategy to tactical execution
You have a deep belief in people and enjoy managing others and are adept at coaching and developing others to strong job performance and satisfaction outcomes
ABOUT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is an education nonprofit that supports historically underserved and underrepresented students to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) are invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 students grades 5-12 and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is requiring all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Jan 11, 2023
Full time
This position is perfect for an innovative fundraiser who loves building relationships and rallying others to make a powerful impact through philanthropy.
The Chief Development Officer will lead the next chapter of our organization’s fundraising efforts and will partner with teammates, board members, students, alumni, and donors to dramatically increase the number of underrepresented students in our region who achieve college and career success. The Chief Development Officer will build new networks of donors who are excited to fund our growth strategy and will steward our current donors to fund our core college access and success program that supports students from Making Waves Academy.
In the first two years, the Chief Development Officer will be responsible for:
Creating a strategy to grow and diversify our donor base,
Shaping a culture of philanthropy on our board and supporting board members to connect their networks to Making Waves programs and impact,
Building relationships with and growing funding from current donors and new networks,
Building inspiring programming that connects donors to our work, and
Achieving the annual $3.5m fundraising goal and identifying $500k in potential new funding.
This position reports to the CEO, Patrick O’Donnell, will hire and manage one full-time employee, and will have access to resources to hire consulting support as needed.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
We are proud of the above market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. The Chief Development Officer is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of 146,400 – 219,600 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
Signing bonus of 5% of base salary to be paid in two installments: 50% on the first eligible payroll and 50% within 6 months of the hire date.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time)
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. In-person meetings with donors will also be required as part of relationship building and donor cultivation and stewardship efforts. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description reflects Making Waves Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time.
The Chief Development Officer’s primary responsibilities include:
Define fundraising strategy
Set a vision and strategy for fundraising at Making Waves and create annual and long-term fundraising goals across revenue streams, with a primary focus on individuals and foundations, that advance the organization’ strategic plan
Conduct a feasibility study, collaborating closely with the CEO and Board of Directors, to determine the needed board fundraising strategy to achieve our fundraising goals and advance our strategic plan
Build donor-facing programming to connect existing and potential donors to our work
Partner with the Chief Finance and Strategy Officer to set a vision for forecasting grounded in a weighted pipeline
Anticipate fundraising outcomes and create smart pivots and/or contingency plans to mitigate risk
Ensure that the organization is operating in Salesforce in ways that ensure strong data integrity and accurate reporting
Lead fundraising execution
Ensure that the organization consistently hits fundraising targets (estimated at $3.5mm for FY24).
Directly oversee a portfolio of existing donors and donor prospects, taking an active role in building relationships, expanding networks, cultivating donors, soliciting donations, and stewarding donors.
Leverage board members to actively engage their networks with Making Waves and building board members’ skill at telling our story.
Support the Foundation and Academy CEOs on the portfolio of high-profile donor relationships that they manage, and deploy them as part of a larger funder cultivation strategy
Maintaining existing funding levels for Making Waves Academy through strong stewardship of existing donors.
Leverage the Senior Leadership Team to engage their networks, cultivate and steward donors, and define donor strategy and proposals.
Serve as the board liaison, managing the scheduling, team preparation, and logistics of quarterly board meetings.
Collaborate across Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy
Collaborate with the Director of Marketing & Storytelling to create donor-facing narratives, appeals, and stewardship.
Collaborate with Vice President of Partnerships to increase corporate funding, state funding, and earned income revenue.
Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer to translate programmatic efforts into creative, impactful appeals to prospective funders
Collaborate with the Chief Finance & Strategy Officer to create donor-facing budgets and to prepare revenue forecasting and projections
Collaborate with the Director of Product Innovation and VP of Community Development & Social Impact on funding our AI College Advisor and on government funding opportunities.
Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing and inclusive team
Partner with the Chief People & Operations Officer to hire and onboard a development support staff member
Lead team’s annual goal setting, reflection, and continuous learning
Monitor programmatic performance, assess strengths and growth areas, spot patterns, and define opportunities for action that put the team on track to achieve our student impact goals.
Set vision for and implement systems, processes, and rituals to cultivate a high performing, inclusive team (e.g., consistent 1:1 check-ins, team meetings, clear communication, etc.)
Set clear expectations for direct reports and empower them to lead with a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leverage experience and resources (e.g., team management software, MWF-sponsored management training) to build a culture of continuous feedback and development
Contribute to important cross-functional projects
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and Leadership Team
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future
Contribute to the development of a growing, fast-paced organization, including participation in events and programming as well as database and technology oversight and maintenance
Prioritize professional growth by researching, scheduling, and participating in professional development opportunities in service of your professional growth and impact on the organization
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in and a passion for frontline fundraising, preferably in individual and/or foundation giving
Fundraising experience that includes leading the entire donor lifecycle with individuals and institutions resulting in 5, 6, and 7-figure gifts
Experience working with boards of directors to engage the board’s networks so that the board is playing a catalytic role in the organization’s ability to fundraise.
Experience working on a development team that successfully forecasts and conducts regular progress to goal conversations
Experience managing full time staff members to strong job performance and satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
A working knowledge of education systems, including schools and college access, and an excitement to stay current on trends within education at the national level and local to the Bay Area
Skills you have developed and knowledge you have acquired:
An adept operator who is capable of complex project management in a relationship funnel context and is highly effective at managing others to outcomes through solid and dotted lines
A highly relational professional with the capacity to build strong, trusting relationships at both Making Waves organizations and the gravitas to compel existing and potential donors to support our work
A strategist who approaches work through an analytical lens in service of thoughtful prioritization, disciplined and purposeful pivots, and contingency planning to ensure outcomes are met
An experienced fundraising professional with the content knowledge necessary to find success in this role:
Knowledge of best practices to identify and build network maps of high wealth individuals and institutions
Full understanding of the major gift donor life cycle and a depth of knowledge to drive differentiated strategy and approach across donors
Ability to oversee team and stakeholders towards strong data integrity
Ability to lead effective forecasting and progress to goal conversations
Ability both fully own donor relationships and to support executives to fundraise efficiently and effectively
How you work and what you value:
You relate with and align with our core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow)
You have a deep and authentic commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and are eager to manage staff, serve on our leadership team, and lead our development function in ways that are fully centered on these values
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter
You enjoy working on a team and will operate in ways that will build trust with teammates (integrity, reliability, empathy, etc.)
You enjoy fundraising, are driven by results, and will be satisfied in a leadership role that fully spans high level strategy to tactical execution
You have a deep belief in people and enjoy managing others and are adept at coaching and developing others to strong job performance and satisfaction outcomes
ABOUT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is an education nonprofit that supports historically underserved and underrepresented students to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) are invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 students grades 5-12 and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is requiring all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Title: Development Intern
Status: Part-Time (10 hours per week)
Compensation: $17.50 per hour
Reports to: Development Director
Purpose: The Silkroad Internship Program is a five-month professional development experience designed to prepare emerging arts professionals of color with fluency in non-profit arts administration and leadership. The Silkroad Development Intern will work closely with the Development Director, providing support across the organization’s fundraising, financial, and development efforts. Interns will also engage in regular seminars led by Silkroad staff, offering multidisciplinary skills and tools that span across the arts administration field. The internship program is designed to create a holistic and expansive view of the many facets of Silkroad and non-profit administration while remaining flexible and responsive to the needs, interests, and aspirations of the interns. With a commitment to systemic allyship and the diversification of the non-profit arts sector, we welcome Black, Indigenous, and other persons of color to apply.
This position will be primarily remote with possible opportunities for in-person engagements. The program runs from February 1 to June 30, 2023.
Activities:
Development & Finance
Support the fundraising, financial, and development efforts of Silkroad with a focus on centering equity and justice through art and music.
Research grant/sponsorship opportunities using online directories, conduct critical outreach to foundation and corporate officers, write applications for funding.
Compile information and bios for gift prospects with timely entry into Salesforce.
Design event and networking materials, including pitch decks, programs, name tags, place cards, and other relevant documentation.
Monitor, update, and support Silkroad’s monthly donor membership campaign.
Maintain financial, donor, and partnership tracking/data entry.
Collaborate on outreach to potential donors, corporate sponsors, and strategic partnerships.
Review, track, and archive financial documents.
Team Collaboration & Office Support
Attend weekly Silkroad team meetings and other strategic planning sessions as needed.
Participate in regular seminars led by Silkroad staff, covering topics like Fundraising & Development, PR/Marketing, Graphic Design, Career Readiness, and more.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
18 years of age or older
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Love of the performing arts, specifically music
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and human rights
KEY ATTRIBUTES :
A cultural leader — Having empathy, cultural sensitivity and awareness, multi-literacy, creative practice, financial acuity, innovation quotient, and pedigree
Socially and emotionally aware — Able to take the perspective of and empathize with others from diverse backgrounds and cultures, to understand social and ethical norms for behavior, and to recognize resources and supports for yourself and others
Positive and can-do attitude — Confident and willing to deal with problems and/or new tasks
Strong interpersonal skills — Collaborative, friendly and humorous, contributes their strengths to projects
Organized and resourceful — Problem solves independently, not easily overwhelmed with multiple tasks
Able to prioritize and multitask — Responds to a full docket with efficiency and expediency
Responsive to feedback — Seeks feedback and applies immediately, takes suggestions with good intent
Communicative — Able to communicate openly and freely with supervisors and colleagues, in-person and remotely
Independent — Able to solve problems alone and manage own projects and workload
Writing and editing — Must have proficient English writing and editing skills, including grammatical precision
Excellent computer skills — Must be computer literate with typing speed of at least 50 words per minute; advanced Microsoft Office skills are preferred; advanced Google Drive and Slack skills are essential; proficiency in a MacOS environment required
Knowledgeable and passionate — About the arts and their potential for performance, learning, and social impact
Flexible and understanding — Particularly as it relates to ongoing organizational shifts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, racial justice, and more
APPLICATION:
Applicants will be asked to provide a resume and cover letter, as well as short written responses to application questions.
To apply, fill out this form .
Questions? Contact Adam Gurczak at adam@silkroad.org
Dec 01, 2022
Intern
Title: Development Intern
Status: Part-Time (10 hours per week)
Compensation: $17.50 per hour
Reports to: Development Director
Purpose: The Silkroad Internship Program is a five-month professional development experience designed to prepare emerging arts professionals of color with fluency in non-profit arts administration and leadership. The Silkroad Development Intern will work closely with the Development Director, providing support across the organization’s fundraising, financial, and development efforts. Interns will also engage in regular seminars led by Silkroad staff, offering multidisciplinary skills and tools that span across the arts administration field. The internship program is designed to create a holistic and expansive view of the many facets of Silkroad and non-profit administration while remaining flexible and responsive to the needs, interests, and aspirations of the interns. With a commitment to systemic allyship and the diversification of the non-profit arts sector, we welcome Black, Indigenous, and other persons of color to apply.
This position will be primarily remote with possible opportunities for in-person engagements. The program runs from February 1 to June 30, 2023.
Activities:
Development & Finance
Support the fundraising, financial, and development efforts of Silkroad with a focus on centering equity and justice through art and music.
Research grant/sponsorship opportunities using online directories, conduct critical outreach to foundation and corporate officers, write applications for funding.
Compile information and bios for gift prospects with timely entry into Salesforce.
Design event and networking materials, including pitch decks, programs, name tags, place cards, and other relevant documentation.
Monitor, update, and support Silkroad’s monthly donor membership campaign.
Maintain financial, donor, and partnership tracking/data entry.
Collaborate on outreach to potential donors, corporate sponsors, and strategic partnerships.
Review, track, and archive financial documents.
Team Collaboration & Office Support
Attend weekly Silkroad team meetings and other strategic planning sessions as needed.
Participate in regular seminars led by Silkroad staff, covering topics like Fundraising & Development, PR/Marketing, Graphic Design, Career Readiness, and more.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
18 years of age or older
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Love of the performing arts, specifically music
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and human rights
KEY ATTRIBUTES :
A cultural leader — Having empathy, cultural sensitivity and awareness, multi-literacy, creative practice, financial acuity, innovation quotient, and pedigree
Socially and emotionally aware — Able to take the perspective of and empathize with others from diverse backgrounds and cultures, to understand social and ethical norms for behavior, and to recognize resources and supports for yourself and others
Positive and can-do attitude — Confident and willing to deal with problems and/or new tasks
Strong interpersonal skills — Collaborative, friendly and humorous, contributes their strengths to projects
Organized and resourceful — Problem solves independently, not easily overwhelmed with multiple tasks
Able to prioritize and multitask — Responds to a full docket with efficiency and expediency
Responsive to feedback — Seeks feedback and applies immediately, takes suggestions with good intent
Communicative — Able to communicate openly and freely with supervisors and colleagues, in-person and remotely
Independent — Able to solve problems alone and manage own projects and workload
Writing and editing — Must have proficient English writing and editing skills, including grammatical precision
Excellent computer skills — Must be computer literate with typing speed of at least 50 words per minute; advanced Microsoft Office skills are preferred; advanced Google Drive and Slack skills are essential; proficiency in a MacOS environment required
Knowledgeable and passionate — About the arts and their potential for performance, learning, and social impact
Flexible and understanding — Particularly as it relates to ongoing organizational shifts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, racial justice, and more
APPLICATION:
Applicants will be asked to provide a resume and cover letter, as well as short written responses to application questions.
To apply, fill out this form .
Questions? Contact Adam Gurczak at adam@silkroad.org
Purpose
The University of Texas Libraries Director of Development leads in the development of a comprehensive fundraising plan that optimizes the best of UTL resources while strategically cultivating a portfolio of high-net-worth donors. Reporting to the VP and Director of UT Libraries the position is an active member of UT Libraries’ Executive Team to advance strategic priorities through fundraising.
Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, steward, and solicit current and potential donors.
Carry an active portfolio of 40-70 prospective donors, solicit gifts.
Conduct executive prospect management meetings with the vice provost to maximize time with donors (e.g., develop cultivation and solicitation strategies based on solid proposals).
Grow current fundraising totals from approximately $1.5 million annually to $3 million+ annually through strategic fundraising initiatives including but not limited to, increased solicitation of major and principal gifts, growth of corporate and foundation funders, and development of robust and highly proactive planned giving programs, whereby progress can be measured quantitatively.
Lead and manage the Development team and strategic committees.
Supervise the University of Texas Libraries development staff, including the development specialist for the LLILAS Benson partnership.
Establish and communicate fundraising goals, providing leadership on gift cultivation and solicitation strategies, and providing routine oversight and feedback throughout the employee lifecycle.
Manage campaign committees, e.g., Benson Centennial Committee and UTL Campaign Committee.
Maintain and provide oversight of the Libraries Advisory Committee.
Serve as a member of the Vice Provost’s executive leadership team.
Contribute to the strategic planning and initiatives that support the University of Texas Libraries mission.
Establish and maintain strong and mutually beneficial relationships with external contacts and constituents on behalf of the University of Texas Libraries.
Participate in presentations to University, business, social and civic groups.
Advance the fundraising goals of Texas Development.
Work collaboratively and proactively with Texas Development to align and advance the fundraising efforts of the University of Texas Libraries with Texas Development Campaign goals.
Leverage relationships with CSU development officers to explore and/or strengthen fundraising opportunities for UT Libraries.
Participate in professional development opportunities to create and nurture a culture of philanthropy within the University of Texas Libraries and its constituencies.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
Proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure plus gifts.
Ability to build significant relationships with new and existing donors.
Leadership experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on diplomacy.
Ambition and skills to strategically grow a successful team.
Experience with a comprehensive campaign in a complex setting, especially higher education.
Ability to travel throughout the United States to engage prospects and donors.
Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives on a team and in the workplace.
Flexible and adaptive working style that finds creative solutions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines as assigned.
Strong project management skills, including ability to track projects and facilitate progress working with multiple stakeholders.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree.
5+ years of experience as a development professional.
Background in or familiarity with research libraries (or similar cultural heritage institutions) in a higher education setting.
Have a solid understanding of supporting technology
Familiarity with university policies and procedures.
Knowledge and proficiency with prospect management applications and/or UT database systems: DEFINE, Cognos, and VIP.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Aug 15, 2022
Full time
Purpose
The University of Texas Libraries Director of Development leads in the development of a comprehensive fundraising plan that optimizes the best of UTL resources while strategically cultivating a portfolio of high-net-worth donors. Reporting to the VP and Director of UT Libraries the position is an active member of UT Libraries’ Executive Team to advance strategic priorities through fundraising.
Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, steward, and solicit current and potential donors.
Carry an active portfolio of 40-70 prospective donors, solicit gifts.
Conduct executive prospect management meetings with the vice provost to maximize time with donors (e.g., develop cultivation and solicitation strategies based on solid proposals).
Grow current fundraising totals from approximately $1.5 million annually to $3 million+ annually through strategic fundraising initiatives including but not limited to, increased solicitation of major and principal gifts, growth of corporate and foundation funders, and development of robust and highly proactive planned giving programs, whereby progress can be measured quantitatively.
Lead and manage the Development team and strategic committees.
Supervise the University of Texas Libraries development staff, including the development specialist for the LLILAS Benson partnership.
Establish and communicate fundraising goals, providing leadership on gift cultivation and solicitation strategies, and providing routine oversight and feedback throughout the employee lifecycle.
Manage campaign committees, e.g., Benson Centennial Committee and UTL Campaign Committee.
Maintain and provide oversight of the Libraries Advisory Committee.
Serve as a member of the Vice Provost’s executive leadership team.
Contribute to the strategic planning and initiatives that support the University of Texas Libraries mission.
Establish and maintain strong and mutually beneficial relationships with external contacts and constituents on behalf of the University of Texas Libraries.
Participate in presentations to University, business, social and civic groups.
Advance the fundraising goals of Texas Development.
Work collaboratively and proactively with Texas Development to align and advance the fundraising efforts of the University of Texas Libraries with Texas Development Campaign goals.
Leverage relationships with CSU development officers to explore and/or strengthen fundraising opportunities for UT Libraries.
Participate in professional development opportunities to create and nurture a culture of philanthropy within the University of Texas Libraries and its constituencies.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
Proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure plus gifts.
Ability to build significant relationships with new and existing donors.
Leadership experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on diplomacy.
Ambition and skills to strategically grow a successful team.
Experience with a comprehensive campaign in a complex setting, especially higher education.
Ability to travel throughout the United States to engage prospects and donors.
Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives on a team and in the workplace.
Flexible and adaptive working style that finds creative solutions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines as assigned.
Strong project management skills, including ability to track projects and facilitate progress working with multiple stakeholders.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree.
5+ years of experience as a development professional.
Background in or familiarity with research libraries (or similar cultural heritage institutions) in a higher education setting.
Have a solid understanding of supporting technology
Familiarity with university policies and procedures.
Knowledge and proficiency with prospect management applications and/or UT database systems: DEFINE, Cognos, and VIP.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
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
National Wildlife Federation
MISSOULA, MT; or SEATTLE, WA
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in America has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
Our organization operates from offices across the country, including our headquarters in Reston, Virginia; a National Advocacy Center in Washington, D.C.; and seven regional centers. The Federation also works with our 53 state and territory affiliates—autonomous, nonprofit organizations that take the lead in state and local conservation efforts and collaborate with the National Wildlife Federation to conduct grassroots activities on national issues.
Through conservation policy oversight, program development, fundraising, collaboration and personnel management, the Regional Executive Director (RED) provides organizational leadership in the Northern Rockies, Prairies and Pacific Region. The RED collaborates with affiliate partners and other organizations within the region in support of the National Wildlife Federation's strategic plan ( A Common Agenda for Wildlife ) and our Equity and Justice Strategic Plan . The RED strategically engages NWF Board members and collaborates with regional center staff to help identify and cultivate potential new leaders for NWF.
The RED reports to the Chief Program Officer and works collaboratively with other senior leaders to advance the strategic direction of the organization. This position may be based in Missoula, MT or Seattle, WA . Please Note: Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions.
About Our Region:
The Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region spans a large and diverse geographic landscape across the states of Alaska, Hawai’i, Oregon, Washington and California in the Pacific; Montana and Idaho in the Rockies; and North and South Dakota in the Great Plains. Our work is based out of two primary offices, in Missoula and Seattle, and a smaller office near Portland, Oregon.
Our regional team has proven its commitment to wildlife and people by advancing landscape-scale conservation through four decades of successful campaigns to protect grizzly bears, restore bison on public and Tribal lands, secure safe habitat for bighorn sheep, and fight for runs of wild salmon. Working closely with our affiliates, Tribal/Native/Indigenous entities and other conservation and community partners, our programs help expand Monarch migration pathways, restore beavers for riparian health, expand protection for Native Hawaiian seabirds, and connect children and families with nature, and more. Some of our conservation programs extend beyond our region, including work on western water, wildlife habitat connectivity, and youth and adult education. Details on these and other program priorities can be found on our regional website: https://www.nwf.org/Northern-Rockies-and-Pacific-Region .
Principal Duties of the Regional Executive Director:
The RED is accountable for developing and implementing programs and strategies that enable the National Wildlife Federation to achieve outcomes articulated in our Strategic and Equity and Justice Plans and serves as an important “face and voice” for the organization in the Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region.
Additionally, the RED:
Provides organizational leadership, program development, and targeted campaign management that effectively advances our mission and objectives;
Fosters an inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture that supports staff in functioning as a highly integrated and effective team across a geographically diverse, highly matrixed organization;
Achieves the organization’s regional philanthropic and fundraising goals by working with staff to engage current and potential funders, individuals, foundations, and corporations to support our work;
Manages the Regional Center’s budget and stewards the organization’s financial resources;
Builds and maintains authentic relationships with political, affiliate, business, education, indigenous, governmental and community leaders with a diverse and representative range of group identities;
Demonstrates a personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity and justice within the organization and in external program delivery, partnerships, and communications;
Advances the National Wildlife Federation's long-term conservation goals as well as our values of collaboration, empowerment, inclusivity, mindfulness, and mission-focused work.
Qualifications:
Strong candidates for this position will bring experience in organizational leadership, including demonstrated proficiency in personnel management, teambuilding and delegation; strategic planning and program implementation; conservation advocacy and policy advancement; developing and engaging partners from diverse communities; non-profit fundraising, and working with non-profit boards, government and Tribal agencies, and corporate entities. These proficiencies are typically consistent with approximately ten years of professional experience.
Conservation Policy, Advocacy and Implementation
Familiar with fundamental conservation principles and practices, with educational background and/or professional expertise in conservation, environmental justice or a related field
Comfortable leading and participating in advocacy campaigns and activities, including public speaking and press interviews as well as written communications
Shows insights about diverse tools to achieve conservation goals, including advocacy, education/outreach, and direct work on the ground (implementation); able to help staff prioritize which tools are appropriate given different opportunities.
Exhibits insights about how diverse program activities can be integrated for long-term conservation success
Fundraising and Fiscal Accountability:
Demonstrates proficiency and success in cultivating donor relationships, soliciting gifts and stewarding ongoing support from new and existing major donors, in cooperation with philanthropy staff
A track record of foundation and corporate fundraising success
Familiar with successful approaches to expand support though events, digital format fundraising and one-on-one engagement
Desired Leadership Competencies:
Self-Awareness & Learning
Exhibits a commitment to continuous learning and growth and models this approach with others
Dedicated to deepening understanding of cultural and systemic racism and the intersectionality of multiple forms of social inequality
Demonstrates awareness of positional power and privilege (both personally and professionally) and its attendant impacts
Consistently brings a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions
Authentic Relationships & Community Partnerships
Maintains a sophisticated understanding of how group dynamics impact supervisory relationships, organizational culture, partnerships, campaigns and coalition work
Demonstrates capacity to maintain relationships across difference and create greater psychological safety in the workplace
Acknowledges when mistakes are made and harm is done; works to repair breaches in relationships
Openly holds space, and invites others into conversations during sensitive engagements, exhibiting a responsible and respectful demeanor with colleagues and partners
Demonstrates inclusive leadership through collaboration, active listening skills and authentic team building abilities
Seeks to build authentic community partnerships, encouraging diverse approaches to advocacy
Direct Communication
Exhibits strong interpersonal skills rooted in teamwork, diplomacy, and respect
Provides clear and direct communication with colleagues
Strives to match intent and impact in all interactions
Works proactively to resolve conflicts and misunderstandings toward restorative solutions; attends to conflicts as opportunities for learning and growth
Supervision & Power Sharing
Supports the leadership, success, and professional development of staff members, with a commitment to utilizing power to ensure equitable access and opportunities for staff of color and with other marginalized identities
Consistently provides positive and developmental feedback to support growth of team members
Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them
Intentionally shares power through decision-making, clear definition of roles and responsibilities, effective delegation, and equitable access to resources
Innovation
Actively seeks new solutions to persistent problems by engaging a diversity of perspectives and experiences
Practices both/and thinking and the ability to accept ambiguity
Demonstrates willingness to take risks, pilot new approaches, learn from failure, and continually improve efforts
Equity Analysis & Action :
Motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized
Committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development and partner engagement
Demonstrates awareness of the attributes associated with a white dominant culture and takes actions to dismantle hierarchies of oppression within that culture
Dedicated to advancing NWF’s internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work
Travel:
Once safe travel resumes, extensive travel throughout the region and to national meetings will be required. Anticipate 5-8 days every month, 30-60 nights per year.
Compensation and Benefits:
The starting salary for this position is $130,000 annual salary, and is based upon a wage analysis across the organization. The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
Application:
Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.
The National Wildlife Federation is committed to increasing diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted through July 9th.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Jun 04, 2021
Full time
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in America has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
Our organization operates from offices across the country, including our headquarters in Reston, Virginia; a National Advocacy Center in Washington, D.C.; and seven regional centers. The Federation also works with our 53 state and territory affiliates—autonomous, nonprofit organizations that take the lead in state and local conservation efforts and collaborate with the National Wildlife Federation to conduct grassroots activities on national issues.
Through conservation policy oversight, program development, fundraising, collaboration and personnel management, the Regional Executive Director (RED) provides organizational leadership in the Northern Rockies, Prairies and Pacific Region. The RED collaborates with affiliate partners and other organizations within the region in support of the National Wildlife Federation's strategic plan ( A Common Agenda for Wildlife ) and our Equity and Justice Strategic Plan . The RED strategically engages NWF Board members and collaborates with regional center staff to help identify and cultivate potential new leaders for NWF.
The RED reports to the Chief Program Officer and works collaboratively with other senior leaders to advance the strategic direction of the organization. This position may be based in Missoula, MT or Seattle, WA . Please Note: Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions.
About Our Region:
The Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region spans a large and diverse geographic landscape across the states of Alaska, Hawai’i, Oregon, Washington and California in the Pacific; Montana and Idaho in the Rockies; and North and South Dakota in the Great Plains. Our work is based out of two primary offices, in Missoula and Seattle, and a smaller office near Portland, Oregon.
Our regional team has proven its commitment to wildlife and people by advancing landscape-scale conservation through four decades of successful campaigns to protect grizzly bears, restore bison on public and Tribal lands, secure safe habitat for bighorn sheep, and fight for runs of wild salmon. Working closely with our affiliates, Tribal/Native/Indigenous entities and other conservation and community partners, our programs help expand Monarch migration pathways, restore beavers for riparian health, expand protection for Native Hawaiian seabirds, and connect children and families with nature, and more. Some of our conservation programs extend beyond our region, including work on western water, wildlife habitat connectivity, and youth and adult education. Details on these and other program priorities can be found on our regional website: https://www.nwf.org/Northern-Rockies-and-Pacific-Region .
Principal Duties of the Regional Executive Director:
The RED is accountable for developing and implementing programs and strategies that enable the National Wildlife Federation to achieve outcomes articulated in our Strategic and Equity and Justice Plans and serves as an important “face and voice” for the organization in the Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region.
Additionally, the RED:
Provides organizational leadership, program development, and targeted campaign management that effectively advances our mission and objectives;
Fosters an inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture that supports staff in functioning as a highly integrated and effective team across a geographically diverse, highly matrixed organization;
Achieves the organization’s regional philanthropic and fundraising goals by working with staff to engage current and potential funders, individuals, foundations, and corporations to support our work;
Manages the Regional Center’s budget and stewards the organization’s financial resources;
Builds and maintains authentic relationships with political, affiliate, business, education, indigenous, governmental and community leaders with a diverse and representative range of group identities;
Demonstrates a personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity and justice within the organization and in external program delivery, partnerships, and communications;
Advances the National Wildlife Federation's long-term conservation goals as well as our values of collaboration, empowerment, inclusivity, mindfulness, and mission-focused work.
Qualifications:
Strong candidates for this position will bring experience in organizational leadership, including demonstrated proficiency in personnel management, teambuilding and delegation; strategic planning and program implementation; conservation advocacy and policy advancement; developing and engaging partners from diverse communities; non-profit fundraising, and working with non-profit boards, government and Tribal agencies, and corporate entities. These proficiencies are typically consistent with approximately ten years of professional experience.
Conservation Policy, Advocacy and Implementation
Familiar with fundamental conservation principles and practices, with educational background and/or professional expertise in conservation, environmental justice or a related field
Comfortable leading and participating in advocacy campaigns and activities, including public speaking and press interviews as well as written communications
Shows insights about diverse tools to achieve conservation goals, including advocacy, education/outreach, and direct work on the ground (implementation); able to help staff prioritize which tools are appropriate given different opportunities.
Exhibits insights about how diverse program activities can be integrated for long-term conservation success
Fundraising and Fiscal Accountability:
Demonstrates proficiency and success in cultivating donor relationships, soliciting gifts and stewarding ongoing support from new and existing major donors, in cooperation with philanthropy staff
A track record of foundation and corporate fundraising success
Familiar with successful approaches to expand support though events, digital format fundraising and one-on-one engagement
Desired Leadership Competencies:
Self-Awareness & Learning
Exhibits a commitment to continuous learning and growth and models this approach with others
Dedicated to deepening understanding of cultural and systemic racism and the intersectionality of multiple forms of social inequality
Demonstrates awareness of positional power and privilege (both personally and professionally) and its attendant impacts
Consistently brings a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions
Authentic Relationships & Community Partnerships
Maintains a sophisticated understanding of how group dynamics impact supervisory relationships, organizational culture, partnerships, campaigns and coalition work
Demonstrates capacity to maintain relationships across difference and create greater psychological safety in the workplace
Acknowledges when mistakes are made and harm is done; works to repair breaches in relationships
Openly holds space, and invites others into conversations during sensitive engagements, exhibiting a responsible and respectful demeanor with colleagues and partners
Demonstrates inclusive leadership through collaboration, active listening skills and authentic team building abilities
Seeks to build authentic community partnerships, encouraging diverse approaches to advocacy
Direct Communication
Exhibits strong interpersonal skills rooted in teamwork, diplomacy, and respect
Provides clear and direct communication with colleagues
Strives to match intent and impact in all interactions
Works proactively to resolve conflicts and misunderstandings toward restorative solutions; attends to conflicts as opportunities for learning and growth
Supervision & Power Sharing
Supports the leadership, success, and professional development of staff members, with a commitment to utilizing power to ensure equitable access and opportunities for staff of color and with other marginalized identities
Consistently provides positive and developmental feedback to support growth of team members
Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them
Intentionally shares power through decision-making, clear definition of roles and responsibilities, effective delegation, and equitable access to resources
Innovation
Actively seeks new solutions to persistent problems by engaging a diversity of perspectives and experiences
Practices both/and thinking and the ability to accept ambiguity
Demonstrates willingness to take risks, pilot new approaches, learn from failure, and continually improve efforts
Equity Analysis & Action :
Motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized
Committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development and partner engagement
Demonstrates awareness of the attributes associated with a white dominant culture and takes actions to dismantle hierarchies of oppression within that culture
Dedicated to advancing NWF’s internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work
Travel:
Once safe travel resumes, extensive travel throughout the region and to national meetings will be required. Anticipate 5-8 days every month, 30-60 nights per year.
Compensation and Benefits:
The starting salary for this position is $130,000 annual salary, and is based upon a wage analysis across the organization. The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
Application:
Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.
The National Wildlife Federation is committed to increasing diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted through July 9th.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.
Position Summary:
The Director of Estate Planning will collaborate to help grow and expand HRC’s robust planned giving program. The Director is responsible for strategy, administration, and overall management of the program, including the program’s overall direction, the establishment of short- and long-term goals, and key initiatives. The Director also participates actively in fundraising, with responsibility for developing prospect lists, managing donor cultivation, and properly stewarding existing donors. The Director supervises one staff member and works regularly with the major gifts team.
Position Responsibilities:
Program Direction
Develop and implement short- and long-term strategies to secure a range of planned gifts, such as gifts by will or trust, retirement funds, payable-on-death accounts, life insurance, and life income.
Prepare and implement an annual fundraising plan and report to the SVP of Development on progress toward goals, successes, and challenges.
Work cross-organizationally—with Communications & Marketing, Membership & Online Strategy, Data & Analytics, and Major Gifts teams—to implement effective planned giving strategies.
Serve as a resource to all development teams, including major gifts and other annual giving teams, regarding all aspects related to planned giving.
Manage at least one employee, including—when applicable—interviewing, hiring, conducting performance reviews, coaching, motivating, and disciplining employees.
Lead the design of appropriate systems and processes for managing the planned giving program.
Develop and manage budgets for the planned giving program.
Donor Portfolio Management
Develop a comprehensive marketing, lead generation, and stewardship plan that promotes planned giving internally and externally, including the cultivation and stewardship of current and prospective planned giving donors to ensure that they are engaged and active in HRC’s mission.
Identify, research, contact, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective planned giving donors to increase individual planned gifts and to grow the overall donor base and prospect pool.
In conjunction with the Planned Giving Officer, track and coordinate moves management for current and prospective planned giving donors.
Work closely with donors and their professional advisors to structure planned gifts appropriately.
Prepare timely and complete gift proposals and illustrations, transfer documents, bequest language, and other gift agreements to secure planned gifts.
Work directly with executors, trustees, and other fiduciary/financial custodians, as well as the HRC General Counsel and Finance Department, to receive the full value of planned gifts in a timely and efficient manner and protect against mismanagement and waste.
Collect, conserve, administer, and distribute all realized planned gifts to HRC.
Monitor the receipt of all non-cash gifts to HRC and provide staff support to the Gift Acceptance Committee to assess the acceptability of such property offered as a gift to HRC.
Estate Administration
Track status of upwards of 50 open estates at any given time.
Work with attorneys, trustees, executors, IRA administrators, and other fiduciaries to protect HRC’s interests, honor donors’ intentions, maximize revenue and accelerate distributions.
Maintain comprehensive data regarding realized bequests and utilize data in strategic planning to grow planned giving program.
When necessary, work with General Counsel and outside counsel on estates involving actual or potential litigation.
Partner with Finance Department to prepare information on estate files requested by independent auditors.
Regularly report on projected revenue from open estates.
Marketing
Develop and implement an integrated marketing strategy, including direct mail, as well as digital and email efforts.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to create print and digital marketing pieces and other collateral.
Write all copy for planned giving marketing pieces.
Conduct interviews of planned giving donors for donor profile stories.
Work with Data & Analytics team to track metrics and results for marketing campaigns.
Work collaboratively with Director of Major Gifts and Major Gifts Officers to elevate and promote planned giving opportunities among current donor base.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required; a J.D. or other advanced degree and/or relevant professional certification is preferred, due to the complexity of planned giving and related laws.
At least 7-10 years of experience as a gift or estate planning professional, including outright gifts and revocable and irrevocable deferred giving vehicles required; non-profit experience is strongly preferred.
Broad and thorough knowledge of the legal, tax, and procedural aspects of estate planning, trust administration, probate, fiduciary duties, and accounting.
Knowledge of principles of donor pipeline management and demonstrated ability to increase a donor base and revenue.
Exceptional ability to understand others’ priorities, motivations, and interests and to establish and maintain a sincere rapport.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including donors, corporate and individual fiduciaries, attorneys, accountants, financial custodians, surviving family members, and key internal partners within HRC.
Discretion and tact in managing confidential information.
Excellent writing and strong verbal communication skills.
Experience in budget development and management.
Facility with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs, and Drive).
Strong interest in and knowledge of the rapidly changing LGBTQ equality movement.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting with an exceptional work ethic and a track record of personal initiative.
Excellent organizational skills; able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing attention to detail.
Willingness and ability to travel to meet with donors/prospects and to participate in occasional HRC events around the country.
Flexibility with work schedule; this position does require occasional evening and weekend work.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
May 25, 2021
Full time
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.
Position Summary:
The Director of Estate Planning will collaborate to help grow and expand HRC’s robust planned giving program. The Director is responsible for strategy, administration, and overall management of the program, including the program’s overall direction, the establishment of short- and long-term goals, and key initiatives. The Director also participates actively in fundraising, with responsibility for developing prospect lists, managing donor cultivation, and properly stewarding existing donors. The Director supervises one staff member and works regularly with the major gifts team.
Position Responsibilities:
Program Direction
Develop and implement short- and long-term strategies to secure a range of planned gifts, such as gifts by will or trust, retirement funds, payable-on-death accounts, life insurance, and life income.
Prepare and implement an annual fundraising plan and report to the SVP of Development on progress toward goals, successes, and challenges.
Work cross-organizationally—with Communications & Marketing, Membership & Online Strategy, Data & Analytics, and Major Gifts teams—to implement effective planned giving strategies.
Serve as a resource to all development teams, including major gifts and other annual giving teams, regarding all aspects related to planned giving.
Manage at least one employee, including—when applicable—interviewing, hiring, conducting performance reviews, coaching, motivating, and disciplining employees.
Lead the design of appropriate systems and processes for managing the planned giving program.
Develop and manage budgets for the planned giving program.
Donor Portfolio Management
Develop a comprehensive marketing, lead generation, and stewardship plan that promotes planned giving internally and externally, including the cultivation and stewardship of current and prospective planned giving donors to ensure that they are engaged and active in HRC’s mission.
Identify, research, contact, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective planned giving donors to increase individual planned gifts and to grow the overall donor base and prospect pool.
In conjunction with the Planned Giving Officer, track and coordinate moves management for current and prospective planned giving donors.
Work closely with donors and their professional advisors to structure planned gifts appropriately.
Prepare timely and complete gift proposals and illustrations, transfer documents, bequest language, and other gift agreements to secure planned gifts.
Work directly with executors, trustees, and other fiduciary/financial custodians, as well as the HRC General Counsel and Finance Department, to receive the full value of planned gifts in a timely and efficient manner and protect against mismanagement and waste.
Collect, conserve, administer, and distribute all realized planned gifts to HRC.
Monitor the receipt of all non-cash gifts to HRC and provide staff support to the Gift Acceptance Committee to assess the acceptability of such property offered as a gift to HRC.
Estate Administration
Track status of upwards of 50 open estates at any given time.
Work with attorneys, trustees, executors, IRA administrators, and other fiduciaries to protect HRC’s interests, honor donors’ intentions, maximize revenue and accelerate distributions.
Maintain comprehensive data regarding realized bequests and utilize data in strategic planning to grow planned giving program.
When necessary, work with General Counsel and outside counsel on estates involving actual or potential litigation.
Partner with Finance Department to prepare information on estate files requested by independent auditors.
Regularly report on projected revenue from open estates.
Marketing
Develop and implement an integrated marketing strategy, including direct mail, as well as digital and email efforts.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to create print and digital marketing pieces and other collateral.
Write all copy for planned giving marketing pieces.
Conduct interviews of planned giving donors for donor profile stories.
Work with Data & Analytics team to track metrics and results for marketing campaigns.
Work collaboratively with Director of Major Gifts and Major Gifts Officers to elevate and promote planned giving opportunities among current donor base.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required; a J.D. or other advanced degree and/or relevant professional certification is preferred, due to the complexity of planned giving and related laws.
At least 7-10 years of experience as a gift or estate planning professional, including outright gifts and revocable and irrevocable deferred giving vehicles required; non-profit experience is strongly preferred.
Broad and thorough knowledge of the legal, tax, and procedural aspects of estate planning, trust administration, probate, fiduciary duties, and accounting.
Knowledge of principles of donor pipeline management and demonstrated ability to increase a donor base and revenue.
Exceptional ability to understand others’ priorities, motivations, and interests and to establish and maintain a sincere rapport.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including donors, corporate and individual fiduciaries, attorneys, accountants, financial custodians, surviving family members, and key internal partners within HRC.
Discretion and tact in managing confidential information.
Excellent writing and strong verbal communication skills.
Experience in budget development and management.
Facility with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs, and Drive).
Strong interest in and knowledge of the rapidly changing LGBTQ equality movement.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting with an exceptional work ethic and a track record of personal initiative.
Excellent organizational skills; able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing attention to detail.
Willingness and ability to travel to meet with donors/prospects and to participate in occasional HRC events around the country.
Flexibility with work schedule; this position does require occasional evening and weekend work.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in America has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
We are looking for a Gift Planning Coordinator to join our team in Reston, VA. Please Note: Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions.
In this role you will be responsible for providing administrative support, assist in marketing efforts, and deliver technical database knowledge to support Gift Planning at the National Wildlife Federation. You will manage a variety of donor engagement efforts, coordinate prospect marketing materials, serve as team lead for CRM data integrity, and create reports for tracking and evaluation purposes. The role is central to the overall success of the program.
In this role you will:
Coordinate segmentation of gift planning prospect mailings (2 newsletters, 2 targeted mailings) in collaboration with Philanthropy staff.
Design gift planning marketing collaterals in accordance with NWF brand and style guidelines.
Manage gift planning marketing schedule and maintain team calendar.
Process all inquiry responses to mailings by reviewing constituent records, updating information and fielding inquiries to Gift Planning Officers as necessary.
Produce routine correspondence and “welcome packets” for all new Legacy Society members and ensure donors are appropriately acknowledged by relationship managers.
Design invitations and provide list pulls for donor events. Assist in planning and execution of Legacy Society and other donor events when necessary.
Maintain results from marketing efforts to track gift planning metrics that are used to reflect results of marketing and donor-centered strategies.
Serve as team lead to streamline CRM data entry and process to ensure data integrity. Also serves as point of contact for gift planning team in collaboration with other Philanthropy teams and CRM staff.
Aid in the development of presentations and materials for internal meetings.
Collaborate with the Philanthropy Operations team to develop and maintain standardized reports and analysis to inform leaderships’ efforts to monitor and evaluate portfolio management, strategy implementation, revenue generation, and resource deployment.
Appropriately cross train and build an understanding of department operations in order to serve as a resource and assist with various deliverables as necessary.
Answers toll-free lines and routes calls as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years of administrative experience required.
Superior interpersonal skills, and excellent writing and communication skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills. Attention to detail is essential.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, prioritize and meet deadlines is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is highly desirable.
Previous experience in a non-profit setting is preferred.
Familiarity with Philanthropy and passion for the preservation and protection of wildlife and wild places a plus.
Knowledge of marketing software is a plus.
Familiarity with CRM is a plus.
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The salary range for this position is currently in the high 40's to mid 50's annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
May 19, 2021
Full time
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in America has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
We are looking for a Gift Planning Coordinator to join our team in Reston, VA. Please Note: Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions.
In this role you will be responsible for providing administrative support, assist in marketing efforts, and deliver technical database knowledge to support Gift Planning at the National Wildlife Federation. You will manage a variety of donor engagement efforts, coordinate prospect marketing materials, serve as team lead for CRM data integrity, and create reports for tracking and evaluation purposes. The role is central to the overall success of the program.
In this role you will:
Coordinate segmentation of gift planning prospect mailings (2 newsletters, 2 targeted mailings) in collaboration with Philanthropy staff.
Design gift planning marketing collaterals in accordance with NWF brand and style guidelines.
Manage gift planning marketing schedule and maintain team calendar.
Process all inquiry responses to mailings by reviewing constituent records, updating information and fielding inquiries to Gift Planning Officers as necessary.
Produce routine correspondence and “welcome packets” for all new Legacy Society members and ensure donors are appropriately acknowledged by relationship managers.
Design invitations and provide list pulls for donor events. Assist in planning and execution of Legacy Society and other donor events when necessary.
Maintain results from marketing efforts to track gift planning metrics that are used to reflect results of marketing and donor-centered strategies.
Serve as team lead to streamline CRM data entry and process to ensure data integrity. Also serves as point of contact for gift planning team in collaboration with other Philanthropy teams and CRM staff.
Aid in the development of presentations and materials for internal meetings.
Collaborate with the Philanthropy Operations team to develop and maintain standardized reports and analysis to inform leaderships’ efforts to monitor and evaluate portfolio management, strategy implementation, revenue generation, and resource deployment.
Appropriately cross train and build an understanding of department operations in order to serve as a resource and assist with various deliverables as necessary.
Answers toll-free lines and routes calls as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years of administrative experience required.
Superior interpersonal skills, and excellent writing and communication skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills. Attention to detail is essential.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, prioritize and meet deadlines is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is highly desirable.
Previous experience in a non-profit setting is preferred.
Familiarity with Philanthropy and passion for the preservation and protection of wildlife and wild places a plus.
Knowledge of marketing software is a plus.
Familiarity with CRM is a plus.
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The salary range for this position is currently in the high 40's to mid 50's annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.