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.
Title: Senior Director of Development
Location: Hybrid: at least two days per week in Bethesda office is required; this role also will require regular time at project sites throughout Rock Creek Park and other regional locations
Reports to: Executive Director
Type: Full-time
Position Overview: Rock Creek Conservancy is a small, but growing nonprofit that serves as the philanthropic and stewardship partner to Rock Creek (national) park and is a local watershed organization. The Director of Development will lead development and communication strategy and operations to raise awareness of the Conservancy’s work and mission, to grow attendance and engagement at programs and in stewardship, and to build philanthropic support for the Conservancy’s work. Major responsibilities will include the following:
Lead a multi-million-dollar capital campaign
Develop individual giving program, including significant growth in major gifts
With support from development staff, grow institutional giving
With executive director and park superintendent, identify and build processes to empower all staff and board members as fundraisers or partners
Document, train staff, and adaptively manage strong development processes, including metrics to track progress towards revenue and stewardship goals and coordination with National Park Service requirements
Work with board and leadership volunteer committees to build fundraising and ambassadorship capabilities and comfort
Desired Qualifications:
8+ years of professional experience in nonprofit development
Significant experience with major gift program, including successfully closing gifts of $25,000 and above
Familiarity with DC-area philanthropy
Experience with fundraising for national parks a plus
Great project and staff management skills, including time management, goal-setting, multitasking and prioritization with demonstrated success managing multiple tasks concurrently
Experience managing and developing staff and contractors
Ability to travel throughout the Rock Creek watershed for programs and to work occasional evenings and weekends
To Apply Rock Creek Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. Please send a resume and cover letter to info@rockcreekconservancy.org with your name and position in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after May 1. Rock Creek Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package; salary range for this position is $85,000 – $115,000.
About Rock Creek Conservancy: Rock Creek Conservancy is a watershed organization protecting Rock Creek and the philanthropic and stewardship partner to the entirety of Rock Creek (National) Park. The Conservancy’s mission is to restore Rock Creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Title: Senior Director of Development
Location: Hybrid: at least two days per week in Bethesda office is required; this role also will require regular time at project sites throughout Rock Creek Park and other regional locations
Reports to: Executive Director
Type: Full-time
Position Overview: Rock Creek Conservancy is a small, but growing nonprofit that serves as the philanthropic and stewardship partner to Rock Creek (national) park and is a local watershed organization. The Director of Development will lead development and communication strategy and operations to raise awareness of the Conservancy’s work and mission, to grow attendance and engagement at programs and in stewardship, and to build philanthropic support for the Conservancy’s work. Major responsibilities will include the following:
Lead a multi-million-dollar capital campaign
Develop individual giving program, including significant growth in major gifts
With support from development staff, grow institutional giving
With executive director and park superintendent, identify and build processes to empower all staff and board members as fundraisers or partners
Document, train staff, and adaptively manage strong development processes, including metrics to track progress towards revenue and stewardship goals and coordination with National Park Service requirements
Work with board and leadership volunteer committees to build fundraising and ambassadorship capabilities and comfort
Desired Qualifications:
8+ years of professional experience in nonprofit development
Significant experience with major gift program, including successfully closing gifts of $25,000 and above
Familiarity with DC-area philanthropy
Experience with fundraising for national parks a plus
Great project and staff management skills, including time management, goal-setting, multitasking and prioritization with demonstrated success managing multiple tasks concurrently
Experience managing and developing staff and contractors
Ability to travel throughout the Rock Creek watershed for programs and to work occasional evenings and weekends
To Apply Rock Creek Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. Please send a resume and cover letter to info@rockcreekconservancy.org with your name and position in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after May 1. Rock Creek Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package; salary range for this position is $85,000 – $115,000.
About Rock Creek Conservancy: Rock Creek Conservancy is a watershed organization protecting Rock Creek and the philanthropic and stewardship partner to the entirety of Rock Creek (National) Park. The Conservancy’s mission is to restore Rock Creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect.
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title : Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports To : Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting To This Position : None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level C Salary Range (depending on experience): $70,360 – $85,360
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 (AM) of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management who will enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The AM is responsible for managing the portfolio review process, tracking and sharing progress towards development goals, preparing donor research summaries and briefings, and ensuring accuracy of database records. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful collaborator who is driven by data, pays close attention to detail while managing multiple projects, and uplifts LCV’s organizational values and commitment to racial justice and equity.
Responsibilities :
Manage a quarterly portfolio review process for the Major Gifts team, with input from the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management (DPRPM). Collaborate with Major Gifts stakeholders to track and strategize around donor engagement, outreach, projections and money in, and meeting financial and visit goals.
Provide reports and visualizations to the team to show individual and overall portfolio landscapes and progress.
Manage, track, and execute portfolio clean up projects that result in portfolios which are aligned with team wide fundraising goals.
Use research tools to analyze individual wealth indicators, including gifts to others, salary, stock, real estate, and other assets, to determine overall financial capacity and interest in our work.
Produce coherent, well-written, thorough and accurate briefing documents summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising, data management and collection, and prospect research. Proactively identify ways to highlight the organization’s racial justice commitment to key internal stakeholders within the fundraising team.
Develop and maintain a familiarity with LCV’s existing top donors and prospective donors.
Manage updates to individual donor records, portfolios, and prospect assignments within the CRM database.
Work closely with the Development Data and Operations team to manage and execute the policies and procedures around prospect pipeline management and activity.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills and abilities and stay abreast of current prospect management trends and research techniques.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff and department retreats, trainings, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Must have at least 3 years of work experience in prospect research and portfolio management with a nonprofit or campaign. Strong experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or DonorPerfect. Experience with online research tools such as LexisNexis, iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, FoundationSearch, or others. Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising. Experience working with Major Gift Officers and/or executive leaders. Preferred – CRM database administrator experience with a product, such as Salesforce. Experience with Salesforce reporting and/or advanced Excel including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions. Experience with project management software such as Wrike or Asana. Experience working with projections, budgets, and forecasting. Project Management experience.
Skills: Required – Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills. The ability to take in information from multiple sources, evaluate it, and summarize its significance. Ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans. Proficiency in Excel. Must be able to be flexible in shifting priorities based on urgent needs, and possess the confidence to ask for help when needed. Ability to follow ethical standards and utilize discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully meet deadlines. Preferred – Ideal candidate has calculated curiosity and the discipline to find what they need, analyze it, and clearly communicate relevant conclusions. Ability to adapt to new online, project management, and information management tools. Strong writing skills.
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.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. 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 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 Prospect Research & Portfolio Management ” in the subject line by April 16, 2024 . 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 03, 2024
Full time
Title : Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports To : Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting To This Position : None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level C Salary Range (depending on experience): $70,360 – $85,360
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 (AM) of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management who will enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The AM is responsible for managing the portfolio review process, tracking and sharing progress towards development goals, preparing donor research summaries and briefings, and ensuring accuracy of database records. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful collaborator who is driven by data, pays close attention to detail while managing multiple projects, and uplifts LCV’s organizational values and commitment to racial justice and equity.
Responsibilities :
Manage a quarterly portfolio review process for the Major Gifts team, with input from the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management (DPRPM). Collaborate with Major Gifts stakeholders to track and strategize around donor engagement, outreach, projections and money in, and meeting financial and visit goals.
Provide reports and visualizations to the team to show individual and overall portfolio landscapes and progress.
Manage, track, and execute portfolio clean up projects that result in portfolios which are aligned with team wide fundraising goals.
Use research tools to analyze individual wealth indicators, including gifts to others, salary, stock, real estate, and other assets, to determine overall financial capacity and interest in our work.
Produce coherent, well-written, thorough and accurate briefing documents summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising, data management and collection, and prospect research. Proactively identify ways to highlight the organization’s racial justice commitment to key internal stakeholders within the fundraising team.
Develop and maintain a familiarity with LCV’s existing top donors and prospective donors.
Manage updates to individual donor records, portfolios, and prospect assignments within the CRM database.
Work closely with the Development Data and Operations team to manage and execute the policies and procedures around prospect pipeline management and activity.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills and abilities and stay abreast of current prospect management trends and research techniques.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff and department retreats, trainings, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Must have at least 3 years of work experience in prospect research and portfolio management with a nonprofit or campaign. Strong experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or DonorPerfect. Experience with online research tools such as LexisNexis, iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, FoundationSearch, or others. Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising. Experience working with Major Gift Officers and/or executive leaders. Preferred – CRM database administrator experience with a product, such as Salesforce. Experience with Salesforce reporting and/or advanced Excel including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions. Experience with project management software such as Wrike or Asana. Experience working with projections, budgets, and forecasting. Project Management experience.
Skills: Required – Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills. The ability to take in information from multiple sources, evaluate it, and summarize its significance. Ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans. Proficiency in Excel. Must be able to be flexible in shifting priorities based on urgent needs, and possess the confidence to ask for help when needed. Ability to follow ethical standards and utilize discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully meet deadlines. Preferred – Ideal candidate has calculated curiosity and the discipline to find what they need, analyze it, and clearly communicate relevant conclusions. Ability to adapt to new online, project management, and information management tools. Strong writing skills.
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.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. 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 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 Prospect Research & Portfolio Management ” in the subject line by April 16, 2024 . 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 .
ABOUT PORCHLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE
A nonprofit professional company with an annual budget of approximately $2.5 million, Porchlight is Chicago’s award-winning home for music theatre, celebrating the past, present and future of this unique American art form for nearly 30 years. In residence at the historic, intimate Ruth Page Center for the Arts in Chicago’s Gold Coast, Porchlight Music Theatre delights more than 30,000 patrons each year with a Mainstage season of inventively reimagined classics, recent Broadway hits and new musical finds; the Porchlight Revisits series of rarely seen musicals in limited run with enhanced dramaturgy; the Porchlight in Concert symphonic staged reading series; and the free Broadway in your Backyard neighborhood-park summer concert series, in addition to educational programs for students of all ages through classes and camps, Chicago Public Schools and community partnerships.
SEE OUR 2022/2023 ANNUAL REPORT
ABOUT THE POSITION
Porchlight seeks a motivated and experienced individual to create and implement the annual strategic development plan, refining a structure for effective fundraising to meet the organization’s current and future financial needs in a sustainable and consistent way. With a specific focus on individual and major gifts, the Development Director fosters relationships with existing and potential individual donors, foundation funders, corporate sponsors/funders, and other public/private organizations in an effort to advance the organization’s mission. The Development Director directly supervises two full-time associates and the grant writing consultant.
A detailed job description is viewable at our website: porchlightmusictheatre.org.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 7 years experience in development/fundraising
Proven track record in setting and executing development strategy, establishing and developing solid donor relationships, and meeting fundraising goals
Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication, and presentation skills; ability to make a strong, effective case for support
Basic level of experience and comfort with donor databases (PatronManager experience preferred but not required)
Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to focus on strategic vision as well as day-to-day plans
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and to handle multiple tasks and priorities
Team-player with high level of initiative and professionalism
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as performances, events or meetings require
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and dedication to the mission of Porchlight Music Theatre
COMPENSATION
$100,000 ann ually
Optional individual PPO health insurance with at least 80% employer contribution for individual coverage; optional dental/vision coverage
Generous paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually
Flexible hybrid work setting
CLOSING & APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please send a cover letter and resume via email to employment-intern@porchlightmusictheatre.org . No phone calls, please. Resumes will be accepted through April 26, 2024, after which the application process is closed. Initial virtual screening interviews will be held April 1 - April 26 with additional virtual and live interviews for final candidates from April 29th - May 17th.
Porchlight Music Theatre is an equal opportunity employer . We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce . Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
ABOUT PORCHLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE
A nonprofit professional company with an annual budget of approximately $2.5 million, Porchlight is Chicago’s award-winning home for music theatre, celebrating the past, present and future of this unique American art form for nearly 30 years. In residence at the historic, intimate Ruth Page Center for the Arts in Chicago’s Gold Coast, Porchlight Music Theatre delights more than 30,000 patrons each year with a Mainstage season of inventively reimagined classics, recent Broadway hits and new musical finds; the Porchlight Revisits series of rarely seen musicals in limited run with enhanced dramaturgy; the Porchlight in Concert symphonic staged reading series; and the free Broadway in your Backyard neighborhood-park summer concert series, in addition to educational programs for students of all ages through classes and camps, Chicago Public Schools and community partnerships.
SEE OUR 2022/2023 ANNUAL REPORT
ABOUT THE POSITION
Porchlight seeks a motivated and experienced individual to create and implement the annual strategic development plan, refining a structure for effective fundraising to meet the organization’s current and future financial needs in a sustainable and consistent way. With a specific focus on individual and major gifts, the Development Director fosters relationships with existing and potential individual donors, foundation funders, corporate sponsors/funders, and other public/private organizations in an effort to advance the organization’s mission. The Development Director directly supervises two full-time associates and the grant writing consultant.
A detailed job description is viewable at our website: porchlightmusictheatre.org.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 7 years experience in development/fundraising
Proven track record in setting and executing development strategy, establishing and developing solid donor relationships, and meeting fundraising goals
Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication, and presentation skills; ability to make a strong, effective case for support
Basic level of experience and comfort with donor databases (PatronManager experience preferred but not required)
Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to focus on strategic vision as well as day-to-day plans
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and to handle multiple tasks and priorities
Team-player with high level of initiative and professionalism
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as performances, events or meetings require
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and dedication to the mission of Porchlight Music Theatre
COMPENSATION
$100,000 ann ually
Optional individual PPO health insurance with at least 80% employer contribution for individual coverage; optional dental/vision coverage
Generous paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually
Flexible hybrid work setting
CLOSING & APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please send a cover letter and resume via email to employment-intern@porchlightmusictheatre.org . No phone calls, please. Resumes will be accepted through April 26, 2024, after which the application process is closed. Initial virtual screening interviews will be held April 1 - April 26 with additional virtual and live interviews for final candidates from April 29th - May 17th.
Porchlight Music Theatre is an equal opportunity employer . We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce . Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply.
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title : Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports To : Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting To This Position : None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level C Salary Range (depending on experience): $70,360 – $85,360 (effective April 1, 2024)
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 (AM) of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management who will enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The AM is responsible for managing the portfolio review process, tracking and sharing progress towards development goals, preparing donor research summaries and briefings, and ensuring accuracy of database records. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful collaborator who is driven by data, pays close attention to detail while managing multiple projects, and uplifts LCV’s organizational values and commitment to racial justice and equity.
Responsibilities :
Manage a quarterly portfolio review process for the Major Gifts team, with input from the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management (DPRPM). Collaborate with Major Gifts stakeholders to track and strategize around donor engagement, outreach, projections and money in, and meeting financial and visit goals.
Provide reports and visualizations to the team to show individual and overall portfolio landscapes and progress.
Manage, track, and execute portfolio clean up projects that result in portfolios which are aligned with team wide fundraising goals.
Use research tools to analyze individual wealth indicators, including gifts to others, salary, stock, real estate, and other assets, to determine overall financial capacity and interest in our work.
Produce coherent, well-written, thorough and accurate briefing documents summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising, data management and collection, and prospect research. Proactively identify ways to highlight the organization’s racial justice commitment to key internal stakeholders within the fundraising team.
Develop and maintain a familiarity with LCV’s existing top donors and prospective donors.
Manage updates to individual donor records, portfolios, and prospect assignments within the CRM database.
Work closely with the Development Data and Operations team to manage and execute the policies and procedures around prospect pipeline management and activity.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills and abilities and stay abreast of current prospect management trends and research techniques.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff and department retreats, trainings, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Must have at least 3 years of work experience in prospect research and portfolio management with a nonprofit or campaign. Strong experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or DonorPerfect. Experience with online research tools such as LexisNexis, iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, FoundationSearch, or others. Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising. Experience working with Major Gift Officers and/or executive leaders. Preferred – CRM database administrator experience with a product, such as Salesforce. Experience with Salesforce reporting and/or advanced Excel including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions. Experience with project management software such as Wrike or Asana. Experience working with projections, budgets, and forecasting. Project Management experience.
Skills: Required – Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills. The ability to take in information from multiple sources, evaluate it, and summarize its significance. Ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans. Proficiency in Excel. Must be able to be flexible in shifting priorities based on urgent needs, and possess the confidence to ask for help when needed. Ability to follow ethical standards and utilize discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully meet deadlines. Preferred – Ideal candidate has calculated curiosity and the discipline to find what they need, analyze it, and clearly communicate relevant conclusions. Ability to adapt to new online, project management, and information management tools. Strong writing skills.
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.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. 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 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 Prospect Research & Portfolio Management ” in the subject line by March 13, 2024 . 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 .
Feb 21, 2024
Full time
Title : Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports To : Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting To This Position : None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level C Salary Range (depending on experience): $70,360 – $85,360 (effective April 1, 2024)
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 (AM) of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management who will enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The AM is responsible for managing the portfolio review process, tracking and sharing progress towards development goals, preparing donor research summaries and briefings, and ensuring accuracy of database records. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful collaborator who is driven by data, pays close attention to detail while managing multiple projects, and uplifts LCV’s organizational values and commitment to racial justice and equity.
Responsibilities :
Manage a quarterly portfolio review process for the Major Gifts team, with input from the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management (DPRPM). Collaborate with Major Gifts stakeholders to track and strategize around donor engagement, outreach, projections and money in, and meeting financial and visit goals.
Provide reports and visualizations to the team to show individual and overall portfolio landscapes and progress.
Manage, track, and execute portfolio clean up projects that result in portfolios which are aligned with team wide fundraising goals.
Use research tools to analyze individual wealth indicators, including gifts to others, salary, stock, real estate, and other assets, to determine overall financial capacity and interest in our work.
Produce coherent, well-written, thorough and accurate briefing documents summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising, data management and collection, and prospect research. Proactively identify ways to highlight the organization’s racial justice commitment to key internal stakeholders within the fundraising team.
Develop and maintain a familiarity with LCV’s existing top donors and prospective donors.
Manage updates to individual donor records, portfolios, and prospect assignments within the CRM database.
Work closely with the Development Data and Operations team to manage and execute the policies and procedures around prospect pipeline management and activity.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills and abilities and stay abreast of current prospect management trends and research techniques.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff and department retreats, trainings, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Must have at least 3 years of work experience in prospect research and portfolio management with a nonprofit or campaign. Strong experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or DonorPerfect. Experience with online research tools such as LexisNexis, iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, FoundationSearch, or others. Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising. Experience working with Major Gift Officers and/or executive leaders. Preferred – CRM database administrator experience with a product, such as Salesforce. Experience with Salesforce reporting and/or advanced Excel including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions. Experience with project management software such as Wrike or Asana. Experience working with projections, budgets, and forecasting. Project Management experience.
Skills: Required – Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills. The ability to take in information from multiple sources, evaluate it, and summarize its significance. Ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans. Proficiency in Excel. Must be able to be flexible in shifting priorities based on urgent needs, and possess the confidence to ask for help when needed. Ability to follow ethical standards and utilize discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully meet deadlines. Preferred – Ideal candidate has calculated curiosity and the discipline to find what they need, analyze it, and clearly communicate relevant conclusions. Ability to adapt to new online, project management, and information management tools. Strong writing skills.
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.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. 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 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 Prospect Research & Portfolio Management ” in the subject line by March 13, 2024 . 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
New England or New York State (all areas outside of New York City) or Washington, DC
Title: Director of Development Partnerships – New England Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports To: Managing Director of Development Partnerships Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: New England or New York State (all areas outside of New York City) or Washington, DC Travel Requirements: Up to 20% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: F Salary Range (depending on experience): $100,275 – $122,775 (effective April 1, 2024)
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 a Director of Development Partnerships focused on major donor engagement in the New England and upstate New York regions, who will be a part of a fundraising team with ambitious revenue and program goals. The Development department’s fundraising program engages major donors for the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund, and raises money for political candidates through our GiveGreen program.
The Director of Development Partnerships joins an extremely skilled, hard-working and growing development team, which is building the budget, power, and effectiveness of our family of organizations. This position is responsible for raising funds from individual and small foundation donors at four-, five-, and six-figure levels. Responsibilities include strategically identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors. The Director of Development Partnerships will cultivate and solicit donors on their own and support the work of key senior staff and board members in their respective regions. Qualified candidates will have significant experience with methods and approaches to major gifts fundraising that encourages philanthropic involvement among communities of color.
Responsibilities:
Manage and develop a portfolio of up to 120 current, lapsed and prospective donors across the region, deepening relationships in person or virtually, over the phone, and in writing.
Work with the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management to expand the Major Gifts portfolio of prospective donors to include more people of color; broaden our current methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting such donors.
Educate our current and prospective donors about the racial justice and equity work that is central and core to all the work we do at LCV to confront the inextricably linked climate and democracy crises.
Hold at least 85 visits annually with donors and prospects in the region, renewing and upgrading gifts from current donors and soliciting gifts from new donors. Varying degrees of coordination and collaboration with state affiliates in the region is required. To that end, the Director must be oriented toward and motivated by nurturing and growing these relationships.
Develop and support cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for LCV’s President and other key staff and board members.
Recruit donors and prospects to a variety of LCV fundraising and cultivation events, playing a key role in meeting the event and engagement objectives and key results for the Major Gifts team.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising as well as service on committees or working groups.
Write persuasive and personalized emails, letters and proposals to donors and prospects including in depth descriptions of our programs and role in environmental advocacy and politics, ensuring racial justice and equity is centered in our messaging.
Participate in high-level planning to help set both fundraising and programmatic goals.
Work collaboratively with development, communications, and program staff, along with state partners, to develop compelling materials and talking points to maximize fundraising results, while maintaining our commitment to organizational values of racial justice and equity.
Engage donors as advocates by recruiting them to join program calls and meetings and encouraging their own lobbying on priority environmental issues.
Ensure donor portfolio records are current with all necessary and pertinent information, and input contacts and actions into the database in a timely manner.
Travel up to 20% of the time for in-person work in respective regions, Washington, DC and elsewhere for staff site visits, conferences, and donor visits.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – 4 years of experience in fundraising, including a successful track record of personally meeting with donors and closing five- and six-figure gifts. Significant experience directly qualifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts prospects, including developing solicitation strategy from identification through stewardship. Significant experience contacting prospects and holding 10 donor visits per month. A deep understanding of and experience talking with donors, peers, colleagues and other stakeholders about the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. Preferred – Issue advocacy, organizing and/or political fundraising experience.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; self-motivated; exhibits strong judgment; and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be creative, proactive, disciplined, and able to think strategically. An active and curious listener with a knack for building relationships and the ability to speak with authority as an organizational representative. Well organized and detail-oriented. Motivated to meet goals, produce results and exceed expectations, and enthusiastic about metrics driven goals. Politically savvy, with an eagerness for continued learning. Professional, honest, and trustworthy; capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. Optimism and a proven interest in politics, passionate about protecting the environment, racial justice and equity, and meaningful social change.
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. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within philanthropy. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Awareness of systemic racism and knowledge of environmental issues impacting communities of color.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with major donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move between sites. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
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 “Director of Development Partnerships – New England” in the subject line by February 28, 2024 . 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 .
Feb 14, 2024
Full time
Title: Director of Development Partnerships – New England Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports To: Managing Director of Development Partnerships Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: New England or New York State (all areas outside of New York City) or Washington, DC Travel Requirements: Up to 20% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: F Salary Range (depending on experience): $100,275 – $122,775 (effective April 1, 2024)
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 a Director of Development Partnerships focused on major donor engagement in the New England and upstate New York regions, who will be a part of a fundraising team with ambitious revenue and program goals. The Development department’s fundraising program engages major donors for the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund, and raises money for political candidates through our GiveGreen program.
The Director of Development Partnerships joins an extremely skilled, hard-working and growing development team, which is building the budget, power, and effectiveness of our family of organizations. This position is responsible for raising funds from individual and small foundation donors at four-, five-, and six-figure levels. Responsibilities include strategically identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors. The Director of Development Partnerships will cultivate and solicit donors on their own and support the work of key senior staff and board members in their respective regions. Qualified candidates will have significant experience with methods and approaches to major gifts fundraising that encourages philanthropic involvement among communities of color.
Responsibilities:
Manage and develop a portfolio of up to 120 current, lapsed and prospective donors across the region, deepening relationships in person or virtually, over the phone, and in writing.
Work with the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management to expand the Major Gifts portfolio of prospective donors to include more people of color; broaden our current methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting such donors.
Educate our current and prospective donors about the racial justice and equity work that is central and core to all the work we do at LCV to confront the inextricably linked climate and democracy crises.
Hold at least 85 visits annually with donors and prospects in the region, renewing and upgrading gifts from current donors and soliciting gifts from new donors. Varying degrees of coordination and collaboration with state affiliates in the region is required. To that end, the Director must be oriented toward and motivated by nurturing and growing these relationships.
Develop and support cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for LCV’s President and other key staff and board members.
Recruit donors and prospects to a variety of LCV fundraising and cultivation events, playing a key role in meeting the event and engagement objectives and key results for the Major Gifts team.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising as well as service on committees or working groups.
Write persuasive and personalized emails, letters and proposals to donors and prospects including in depth descriptions of our programs and role in environmental advocacy and politics, ensuring racial justice and equity is centered in our messaging.
Participate in high-level planning to help set both fundraising and programmatic goals.
Work collaboratively with development, communications, and program staff, along with state partners, to develop compelling materials and talking points to maximize fundraising results, while maintaining our commitment to organizational values of racial justice and equity.
Engage donors as advocates by recruiting them to join program calls and meetings and encouraging their own lobbying on priority environmental issues.
Ensure donor portfolio records are current with all necessary and pertinent information, and input contacts and actions into the database in a timely manner.
Travel up to 20% of the time for in-person work in respective regions, Washington, DC and elsewhere for staff site visits, conferences, and donor visits.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – 4 years of experience in fundraising, including a successful track record of personally meeting with donors and closing five- and six-figure gifts. Significant experience directly qualifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts prospects, including developing solicitation strategy from identification through stewardship. Significant experience contacting prospects and holding 10 donor visits per month. A deep understanding of and experience talking with donors, peers, colleagues and other stakeholders about the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. Preferred – Issue advocacy, organizing and/or political fundraising experience.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; self-motivated; exhibits strong judgment; and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be creative, proactive, disciplined, and able to think strategically. An active and curious listener with a knack for building relationships and the ability to speak with authority as an organizational representative. Well organized and detail-oriented. Motivated to meet goals, produce results and exceed expectations, and enthusiastic about metrics driven goals. Politically savvy, with an eagerness for continued learning. Professional, honest, and trustworthy; capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. Optimism and a proven interest in politics, passionate about protecting the environment, racial justice and equity, and meaningful social change.
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. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within philanthropy. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Awareness of systemic racism and knowledge of environmental issues impacting communities of color.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with major donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move between sites. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
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 “Director of Development Partnerships – New England” in the subject line by February 28, 2024 . 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 .
Civic Nation is seeking an Executive Vice President (EVP) of Development and Corporate Partnerships to lead the organization’s fundraising operation and oversee relationships with major corporate and philanthropic partners. Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the EVP is responsible for leading a high-performing team, creating and successfully implementing a diversified fundraising plan that meets the organization’s annual budgetary needs and strengthens the foundation for long-term sustainability.
The EVP will serve as a member of Civic Nation’s senior leadership team, playing an important role in shaping priorities, identifying opportunities, and informing decisions about the future direction of the organization. They will collaborate closely with the development and corporate partnerships staff, senior leadership and program staff to elevate and promote Civic Nation’s programs, cultivate and steward important supporter relationships, and execute special events and other activities to grow and diversify the organization’s revenue streams.
ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT & CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
The Development and Corporate Partnerships team is focused on building partnerships and raising the funds necessary for Civic Nation and its initiatives to carry out its ambitious plans. Through a variety of tools and resources, the Development team engages in conversation and raises funds from foundations, individuals, and corporations to support our ongoing efforts. The Corporate Partnerships team is responsible for developing impact-generating partnerships and supporting fundraising efforts through corporate partnerships. This team is crucial not only to the success of the organization, but also to the larger culture shift of how business and philanthropy can use their influence for good.
ABOUT CIVIC NATION
Civic Nation is a nonprofit ecosystem for high-impact organizing and education initiatives working to build a more inclusive and equitable America. Civic Nation shifts culture, systems, and policy by bringing together individuals, grassroots organizers, industry leaders, and influencers to tackle some of our nation’s most pressing social challenges. Seven initiatives and campaigns are a part of the Civic Nation family: When We All Vote, ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, It’s On Us, We The Action, the Change Collective, Online for All, and SAVE On Student Debt.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy
Oversee and expand upon Civic Nation’s fundraising and corporate partnerships strategies focused on individual, corporate, and institutional major donors that fosters long-term sustainability and takes advantage of current trends and opportunities to enhance organizational impact.
Create new strategies to expand and diversify the organization’s revenue generating partnerships, leveraging key leaders on our Board and executive and senior leadership.
Oversee the implementation of regular donor communications and engagement activities, including donor events and briefings.
Management & Operations
Manage, supervise, and support the Development & Corporate Partnerships staff in close collaboration with the Development Director and Director of Corporate Partnerships.
Partner with the CEO on all aspects of fundraising activities and responsibilities, and work closely with Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Finance Officer, and other members of the executive and senior leadership to ensure alignment between organization-wide goals and the team’s priorities.
Ensure strong cultivation and stewardship of current and prospective major individual and institutional donors across the organization, and grow, maintain and manage a personal portfolio of relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
Review and improve fundraising messaging and materials.
Liaise with key staff to ensure grant compliance.
Other reasonable and relevant duties as assigned.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
12+ years’ experience in fundraising and partnerships.
7+ years of supervisory and/or senior management experience
Demonstrated success in leading fundraising strategy and managing a high performing fundraising team.
Proven experience managing executive or other high level relationships with major donors, companies, and foundations and personally cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts and grants.
YOUR COMPETENCIES
A strong demonstrated commitment to Civic Nation’s mission and programs including on democracy and voter engagement, civic participation, and economic mobility.
Collaborative, energetic, and inclusive leader with proven ability to lead a high-performing team.
Demonstrated knowledge of the philanthropic landscape.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, and ability to craft compelling written materials for diverse funder audiences across various program areas.
Demonstrated success meeting fundraising goals and budgets.
Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work.
Adaptable, flexible leader with a people-centered approach to team management.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively and creatively.
Ability to simultaneously juggle multiple projects while also consistently meeting goals.
Flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The Washington, DC-based salary range for this position is $155,000 - $200,000 (will be adjusted for cost of labor for the incumbent's work location) annually, commensurate with experience. Our comprehensive benefits plan includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, flexible paid time off, paid family & medical leave, access to a 401k plan, and more.
PROCESS TIMELINE
Candidates can expect the following hiring process and estimated timeline (please note that this timeline may be subject to change):
Week of February 19: First-Round Interviews: Introductory Call
Week of March 4: Second-Round Interviews
Week of March 11: Final Interviews
Week of March 15: Hiring decision announced
All candidates will be notified via email of the status of their application on or before the completion of the search.
TO APPLY
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume through our Careers pag e. The cover letter, addressed to Kyle Lierman, should be concise, compelling, and include why you would like to work for Civic Nation. Applications will be accepted until February 23.
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At Civic Nation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that people are inherently capable but often lack opportunity. We know that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. Civic Nation is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.
Jan 29, 2024
Full time
Civic Nation is seeking an Executive Vice President (EVP) of Development and Corporate Partnerships to lead the organization’s fundraising operation and oversee relationships with major corporate and philanthropic partners. Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the EVP is responsible for leading a high-performing team, creating and successfully implementing a diversified fundraising plan that meets the organization’s annual budgetary needs and strengthens the foundation for long-term sustainability.
The EVP will serve as a member of Civic Nation’s senior leadership team, playing an important role in shaping priorities, identifying opportunities, and informing decisions about the future direction of the organization. They will collaborate closely with the development and corporate partnerships staff, senior leadership and program staff to elevate and promote Civic Nation’s programs, cultivate and steward important supporter relationships, and execute special events and other activities to grow and diversify the organization’s revenue streams.
ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT & CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
The Development and Corporate Partnerships team is focused on building partnerships and raising the funds necessary for Civic Nation and its initiatives to carry out its ambitious plans. Through a variety of tools and resources, the Development team engages in conversation and raises funds from foundations, individuals, and corporations to support our ongoing efforts. The Corporate Partnerships team is responsible for developing impact-generating partnerships and supporting fundraising efforts through corporate partnerships. This team is crucial not only to the success of the organization, but also to the larger culture shift of how business and philanthropy can use their influence for good.
ABOUT CIVIC NATION
Civic Nation is a nonprofit ecosystem for high-impact organizing and education initiatives working to build a more inclusive and equitable America. Civic Nation shifts culture, systems, and policy by bringing together individuals, grassroots organizers, industry leaders, and influencers to tackle some of our nation’s most pressing social challenges. Seven initiatives and campaigns are a part of the Civic Nation family: When We All Vote, ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, It’s On Us, We The Action, the Change Collective, Online for All, and SAVE On Student Debt.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy
Oversee and expand upon Civic Nation’s fundraising and corporate partnerships strategies focused on individual, corporate, and institutional major donors that fosters long-term sustainability and takes advantage of current trends and opportunities to enhance organizational impact.
Create new strategies to expand and diversify the organization’s revenue generating partnerships, leveraging key leaders on our Board and executive and senior leadership.
Oversee the implementation of regular donor communications and engagement activities, including donor events and briefings.
Management & Operations
Manage, supervise, and support the Development & Corporate Partnerships staff in close collaboration with the Development Director and Director of Corporate Partnerships.
Partner with the CEO on all aspects of fundraising activities and responsibilities, and work closely with Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Finance Officer, and other members of the executive and senior leadership to ensure alignment between organization-wide goals and the team’s priorities.
Ensure strong cultivation and stewardship of current and prospective major individual and institutional donors across the organization, and grow, maintain and manage a personal portfolio of relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
Review and improve fundraising messaging and materials.
Liaise with key staff to ensure grant compliance.
Other reasonable and relevant duties as assigned.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
12+ years’ experience in fundraising and partnerships.
7+ years of supervisory and/or senior management experience
Demonstrated success in leading fundraising strategy and managing a high performing fundraising team.
Proven experience managing executive or other high level relationships with major donors, companies, and foundations and personally cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts and grants.
YOUR COMPETENCIES
A strong demonstrated commitment to Civic Nation’s mission and programs including on democracy and voter engagement, civic participation, and economic mobility.
Collaborative, energetic, and inclusive leader with proven ability to lead a high-performing team.
Demonstrated knowledge of the philanthropic landscape.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, and ability to craft compelling written materials for diverse funder audiences across various program areas.
Demonstrated success meeting fundraising goals and budgets.
Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work.
Adaptable, flexible leader with a people-centered approach to team management.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively and creatively.
Ability to simultaneously juggle multiple projects while also consistently meeting goals.
Flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The Washington, DC-based salary range for this position is $155,000 - $200,000 (will be adjusted for cost of labor for the incumbent's work location) annually, commensurate with experience. Our comprehensive benefits plan includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, flexible paid time off, paid family & medical leave, access to a 401k plan, and more.
PROCESS TIMELINE
Candidates can expect the following hiring process and estimated timeline (please note that this timeline may be subject to change):
Week of February 19: First-Round Interviews: Introductory Call
Week of March 4: Second-Round Interviews
Week of March 11: Final Interviews
Week of March 15: Hiring decision announced
All candidates will be notified via email of the status of their application on or before the completion of the search.
TO APPLY
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume through our Careers pag e. The cover letter, addressed to Kyle Lierman, should be concise, compelling, and include why you would like to work for Civic Nation. Applications will be accepted until February 23.
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At Civic Nation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that people are inherently capable but often lack opportunity. We know that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. Civic Nation is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.
This role requires the candidate selected to be 60 miles within the Boston, MA area.
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout the market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Bachelor’s Degree: (Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered).
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts, and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
In addition to the qualifications above the successful candidate should have:
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So, what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $45k - $65k, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity, and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be within 60 miles of the Boston market, which is within the contiguous United States. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
This role requires the candidate selected to be 60 miles within the Boston, MA area.
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout the market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Bachelor’s Degree: (Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered).
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts, and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
In addition to the qualifications above the successful candidate should have:
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So, what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $45k - $65k, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity, and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be within 60 miles of the Boston market, which is within the contiguous United States. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
Development Associate
REMOTE
OVERVIEW Civic Nation seeks a Development Associate to serve as a vital part of the Development & Corporate Partnerships Team. The Development Associate will play a key role in researching, prospecting, and providing administrative support around our Major Gifts and Executive outreach program. This role reports to the Deputy Director of Development and works in close partnership with other members of the team to support the goals of the Development & Corporate Partnerships team. The position requires strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and execute in a fast-paced environment.
ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT & CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS DEPARTMENT The Development and Corporate Partnerships team is focused on building partnerships and raising the funds necessary for Civic Nation and its initiatives to carry out its ambitious plans. Through a variety of tools and resources, the Development team engages in conversation and raises funds from foundations, individuals, and corporations to support our ongoing efforts. The Corporate Partnerships team is responsible for developing impact-generating partnerships and supporting fundraising efforts through corporate partnerships. This team is crucial to not only the success of the organization, but also to the larger culture shift of how business and philanthropy can use their influence for good.
ABOUT CIVIC NATION Civic Nation is a nonprofit ecosystem for high-impact organizing and education initiatives working to build a more inclusive and equitable America. Civic Nation shifts culture, systems, and policy by bringing together individuals, grassroots organizers, industry leaders and influencers to tackle some of our nation’s most pressing social challenges. Civic Nation is home to seven national initiatives and campaigns: ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, Change Collective, It’s On Us, Online for All, SAVE On Student Debt, We The Action, and When We All Vote.
YOUR IMPACT
Support the Deputy Director of Development in the day-to-day operations of Civic Nation’s prospecting and donor outreach efforts for the development department.
Conduct background research on potential fundraising prospects on a weekly basis and work with the Deputy Director of Development to identify new funding opportunities.
Create memos for prospective donor meetings and events.
Track outreach, action items, and research across internal development team trackers and tools.
Help create marketing materials and write proposals for prospective funders.
Work with Civic Nation staff on quality assurance and proofreading external materials.
Provide key administrative and organizational support to the Development Department on various tasks like note-taking, scheduling, and special event support.
Other reasonable & relevant duties as assigned.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
2+ years of experience in a development or administrative position, preferably in a research or assistant capacity in nonprofit and/or political environments.
Experience with donor research, prospecting, outreach, and communications.
Proficiency in Google Suite.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and carry out responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrated experience balancing multiple projects on tight deadlines.
Prior experience with donor management software such as NGP is a plus.
YOUR COMPETENCIES
Excellent interpersonal skills
Comfortability in independent project work and frequent fluctuations in workload.
Strong writing and proofreading skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects at once.
Successful at staying organized in a remote working environment.
Outstanding attention to detail.
Strong teamwork, critical thinking, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identity, and disability.
SALARY & BENEFITS The Washington, DC-based salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 (will be adjusted for cost of labor for the incumbent's work location) annually, commensurate with experience. Our comprehensive benefits plan includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, flexible paid time off, paid family & medical leave, access to a 401k plan, and more.
PROCESS TIMELINE Candidates can expect the following hiring process and timeline (please note that this timeline may be subject to change):
January 9 - January 23: First-Round Interviews
January 24 - January 31: Second Round Interviews
February 1 - February 7: Final Interviews
February 13 - Hiring Decision
All candidates will be notified via email of the status of their application on or before the completion of the search.
TO APPLY To apply, submit a cover letter and resume here. The cover letter, addressed to Britt Magnan-Callaway, should be concise, compelling, and include why you would like to work for Civic Nation. Applications will be accepted until January 16.
At Civic Nation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that people are inherently capable but often lack opportunity. We know that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. Civic Nation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.
Dec 19, 2023
Full time
Development Associate
REMOTE
OVERVIEW Civic Nation seeks a Development Associate to serve as a vital part of the Development & Corporate Partnerships Team. The Development Associate will play a key role in researching, prospecting, and providing administrative support around our Major Gifts and Executive outreach program. This role reports to the Deputy Director of Development and works in close partnership with other members of the team to support the goals of the Development & Corporate Partnerships team. The position requires strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and execute in a fast-paced environment.
ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT & CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS DEPARTMENT The Development and Corporate Partnerships team is focused on building partnerships and raising the funds necessary for Civic Nation and its initiatives to carry out its ambitious plans. Through a variety of tools and resources, the Development team engages in conversation and raises funds from foundations, individuals, and corporations to support our ongoing efforts. The Corporate Partnerships team is responsible for developing impact-generating partnerships and supporting fundraising efforts through corporate partnerships. This team is crucial to not only the success of the organization, but also to the larger culture shift of how business and philanthropy can use their influence for good.
ABOUT CIVIC NATION Civic Nation is a nonprofit ecosystem for high-impact organizing and education initiatives working to build a more inclusive and equitable America. Civic Nation shifts culture, systems, and policy by bringing together individuals, grassroots organizers, industry leaders and influencers to tackle some of our nation’s most pressing social challenges. Civic Nation is home to seven national initiatives and campaigns: ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, Change Collective, It’s On Us, Online for All, SAVE On Student Debt, We The Action, and When We All Vote.
YOUR IMPACT
Support the Deputy Director of Development in the day-to-day operations of Civic Nation’s prospecting and donor outreach efforts for the development department.
Conduct background research on potential fundraising prospects on a weekly basis and work with the Deputy Director of Development to identify new funding opportunities.
Create memos for prospective donor meetings and events.
Track outreach, action items, and research across internal development team trackers and tools.
Help create marketing materials and write proposals for prospective funders.
Work with Civic Nation staff on quality assurance and proofreading external materials.
Provide key administrative and organizational support to the Development Department on various tasks like note-taking, scheduling, and special event support.
Other reasonable & relevant duties as assigned.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
2+ years of experience in a development or administrative position, preferably in a research or assistant capacity in nonprofit and/or political environments.
Experience with donor research, prospecting, outreach, and communications.
Proficiency in Google Suite.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and carry out responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrated experience balancing multiple projects on tight deadlines.
Prior experience with donor management software such as NGP is a plus.
YOUR COMPETENCIES
Excellent interpersonal skills
Comfortability in independent project work and frequent fluctuations in workload.
Strong writing and proofreading skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects at once.
Successful at staying organized in a remote working environment.
Outstanding attention to detail.
Strong teamwork, critical thinking, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identity, and disability.
SALARY & BENEFITS The Washington, DC-based salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 (will be adjusted for cost of labor for the incumbent's work location) annually, commensurate with experience. Our comprehensive benefits plan includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, flexible paid time off, paid family & medical leave, access to a 401k plan, and more.
PROCESS TIMELINE Candidates can expect the following hiring process and timeline (please note that this timeline may be subject to change):
January 9 - January 23: First-Round Interviews
January 24 - January 31: Second Round Interviews
February 1 - February 7: Final Interviews
February 13 - Hiring Decision
All candidates will be notified via email of the status of their application on or before the completion of the search.
TO APPLY To apply, submit a cover letter and resume here. The cover letter, addressed to Britt Magnan-Callaway, should be concise, compelling, and include why you would like to work for Civic Nation. Applications will be accepted until January 16.
At Civic Nation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that people are inherently capable but often lack opportunity. We know that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. Civic Nation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.
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.
League of Conservation Voters
San Francisco Metro, Los Angeles Metro, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Boise, ID, Salt Lake City, UT or Washington, DC
Title: Director of Development Partnerships - West Coast
Department: Development
Status: Exempt
Reports To: Managing Director of Development Partnerships
Positions Reporting To This Position: None
Location: San Francisco Metro, Los Angeles Metro, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Boise, ID, Salt Lake City, UT or Washington, DC
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: F
Salary Range (depending on experience): $96,418 - $144,627
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 a Director of Development Partnerships focused on major donor engagement in the West Coast region, who will be a part of a fundraising team with ambitious revenue and program goals. The Development department’s fundraising program engages major donors for the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund, and raises money for political candidates through our GiveGreen program.
The Director of Development Partnerships joins an extremely skilled, hard-working and growing development team, which is building the budget, power, and effectiveness of our family of organizations. This position is responsible for raising funds from individual and small foundation donors at four-, five-, and six-figure levels. Responsibilities include strategically identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors. The Director of Development Partnerships will cultivate and solicit donors on their own and support the work of key senior staff and board members in their respective regions. Qualified candidates will have significant experience with methods and approaches to major gifts fundraising that encourages philanthropic involvement among communities of color.
Responsibilities:
Manage and develop a portfolio of up to 120 current, lapsed and prospective donors across the region, deepening relationships in person or virtually, over the phone, and in writing.
Work with the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management to expand the Major Gifts portfolio of prospective donors to include more people of color; broaden our current methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting such donors.
Educate our current and prospective donors about the racial justice and equity work that is central and core to all the work we do at LCV to confront the inextricably linked climate and democracy crises.
Hold at least 85 visits with donors and prospects in the region, renewing and upgrading gifts from current donors and soliciting gifts from new donors. Varying degrees of coordination and collaboration with state affiliates in the region is required. To that end, the Director must be oriented toward and motivated by nurturing and growing these relationships.
Develop and support cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for LCV’s President and other key staff and board members.
Recruit donors and prospects to a variety of LCV fundraising and cultivation events, playing a key role in meeting the event and engagement objectives and key results for the Major Gifts team.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising as well as service on committees or working groups.
Write persuasive and personalized emails, letters and proposals to donors and prospects including in depth descriptions of our programs and role in environmental advocacy and politics, ensuring racial justice and equity is centered in our messaging.
Participate in high-level planning to help set both fundraising and programmatic goals.
Work collaboratively with development, communications, and program staff, along with state partners, to develop compelling materials and talking points to maximize fundraising results, while maintaining our commitment to organizational values of racial justice and equity.
Engage donors as advocates by recruiting them to join program calls and meetings and encouraging their own lobbying on priority environmental issues.
Ensure donor portfolio records are current with all necessary and pertinent information, and input contacts and actions into the database in a timely manner.
Travel up to 20% of the time for in-person work in respective regions, Washington, DC and elsewhere for staff site visits, conferences, and donor visits.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required - 4 years of experience in fundraising, including a successful track record of personally meeting with donors and closing five- and six-figure gifts. Significant experience directly qualifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts prospects, including developing solicitation strategy from identification through stewardship. Significant experience contacting prospects and holding 10 donor visits per month. A deep understanding of and experience talking with donors, peers, colleagues and other stakeholders about the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. Preferred - Issue advocacy, organizing and/or political fundraising experience.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; self-motivated; exhibits strong judgment; and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be creative, proactive, disciplined, and able to think strategically. An active and curious listener with a knack for building relationships and the ability to speak with authority as an organizational representative. Well organized and detail-oriented. Motivated to meet goals, produce results and exceed expectations, and enthusiastic about metrics driven goals. Politically savvy, with an eagerness for continued learning. Professional, honest, and trustworthy; capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. Optimism and a proven interest in politics, passionate about protecting the environment, racial justice and equity, and meaningful social change.
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. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within philanthropy. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Awareness of systemic racism and knowledge of environmental issues impacting communities of color.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with major donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move between sites. 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 “Director of Development Partnerships - West Coast” in the subject line January 4, 2024 . 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 .
Dec 13, 2023
Full time
Title: Director of Development Partnerships - West Coast
Department: Development
Status: Exempt
Reports To: Managing Director of Development Partnerships
Positions Reporting To This Position: None
Location: San Francisco Metro, Los Angeles Metro, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Boise, ID, Salt Lake City, UT or Washington, DC
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: F
Salary Range (depending on experience): $96,418 - $144,627
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 a Director of Development Partnerships focused on major donor engagement in the West Coast region, who will be a part of a fundraising team with ambitious revenue and program goals. The Development department’s fundraising program engages major donors for the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund, and raises money for political candidates through our GiveGreen program.
The Director of Development Partnerships joins an extremely skilled, hard-working and growing development team, which is building the budget, power, and effectiveness of our family of organizations. This position is responsible for raising funds from individual and small foundation donors at four-, five-, and six-figure levels. Responsibilities include strategically identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors. The Director of Development Partnerships will cultivate and solicit donors on their own and support the work of key senior staff and board members in their respective regions. Qualified candidates will have significant experience with methods and approaches to major gifts fundraising that encourages philanthropic involvement among communities of color.
Responsibilities:
Manage and develop a portfolio of up to 120 current, lapsed and prospective donors across the region, deepening relationships in person or virtually, over the phone, and in writing.
Work with the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management to expand the Major Gifts portfolio of prospective donors to include more people of color; broaden our current methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting such donors.
Educate our current and prospective donors about the racial justice and equity work that is central and core to all the work we do at LCV to confront the inextricably linked climate and democracy crises.
Hold at least 85 visits with donors and prospects in the region, renewing and upgrading gifts from current donors and soliciting gifts from new donors. Varying degrees of coordination and collaboration with state affiliates in the region is required. To that end, the Director must be oriented toward and motivated by nurturing and growing these relationships.
Develop and support cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for LCV’s President and other key staff and board members.
Recruit donors and prospects to a variety of LCV fundraising and cultivation events, playing a key role in meeting the event and engagement objectives and key results for the Major Gifts team.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising as well as service on committees or working groups.
Write persuasive and personalized emails, letters and proposals to donors and prospects including in depth descriptions of our programs and role in environmental advocacy and politics, ensuring racial justice and equity is centered in our messaging.
Participate in high-level planning to help set both fundraising and programmatic goals.
Work collaboratively with development, communications, and program staff, along with state partners, to develop compelling materials and talking points to maximize fundraising results, while maintaining our commitment to organizational values of racial justice and equity.
Engage donors as advocates by recruiting them to join program calls and meetings and encouraging their own lobbying on priority environmental issues.
Ensure donor portfolio records are current with all necessary and pertinent information, and input contacts and actions into the database in a timely manner.
Travel up to 20% of the time for in-person work in respective regions, Washington, DC and elsewhere for staff site visits, conferences, and donor visits.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required - 4 years of experience in fundraising, including a successful track record of personally meeting with donors and closing five- and six-figure gifts. Significant experience directly qualifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts prospects, including developing solicitation strategy from identification through stewardship. Significant experience contacting prospects and holding 10 donor visits per month. A deep understanding of and experience talking with donors, peers, colleagues and other stakeholders about the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. Preferred - Issue advocacy, organizing and/or political fundraising experience.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; self-motivated; exhibits strong judgment; and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be creative, proactive, disciplined, and able to think strategically. An active and curious listener with a knack for building relationships and the ability to speak with authority as an organizational representative. Well organized and detail-oriented. Motivated to meet goals, produce results and exceed expectations, and enthusiastic about metrics driven goals. Politically savvy, with an eagerness for continued learning. Professional, honest, and trustworthy; capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. Optimism and a proven interest in politics, passionate about protecting the environment, racial justice and equity, and meaningful social change.
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. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within philanthropy. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Awareness of systemic racism and knowledge of environmental issues impacting communities of color.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with major donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move between sites. 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 “Director of Development Partnerships - West Coast” in the subject line January 4, 2024 . 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 .
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment, and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains a productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer to peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Work Experience: 2 – 5 years
Bachelor’s Degree: (Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered).
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer to peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs and season.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $45K - $65K, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be in the Atlanta, GA Market. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
Nov 28, 2023
Full time
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment, and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains a productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer to peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Work Experience: 2 – 5 years
Bachelor’s Degree: (Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered).
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer to peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs and season.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $45K - $65K, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be in the Atlanta, GA Market. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Director
The Development Director serves as a team leader and member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will oversee the implementation of a year-round fundraising program for the market, working in close coordination with state or regional and national fundraising teams. The Development Director will lead the community fundraising team potentially with 1-2 direct reports and will be responsible for meeting revenue targets. The Development Director will be a strong player-coach, in addition to providing day-to-day leadership of the team, the Director must also help team members deliver tactical execution.
The primary fundraising program will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk™/Race for the Cure – the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include prospecting, cultivating and soliciting sponsors, corporate teams and top fundraisers. This position will also be responsible for driving execution and implementation of other revenue generating activities in the market area. which may include individual giving, major gifts, corporate engagement, and special events.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Development of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals.
Assist in hiring, training, and supervising community fundraising staff.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, special events, etc and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Execute the strategy, management, and tactical fundraising plan of the MORE THAN PINK Walk ™/ Race for the Cure® to meet revenue goals for the event(s).
Securing and managing high dollar corporate partnerships for market events.
Maintaining an ongoing pipeline of potential sponsors and donors.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Establish relationships and communication with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, event chairs and fundraising committees, sponsors, major to mid-level donors and volunteers.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team.
Ability to keep participants, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach goals.
Work in collaboration with the Executive Director on identifying and cultivating potential major gift prospects in the community.
Work cross functionally with other Community Development staff on larger regional or national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains a productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 5-7 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management.
5 years minimum successful fundraising experience and expertise closing on $1M in revenue, through corporate sponsorship, peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and major gifts.
Ability to close face to face fundraising and sponsorships.
Strong executive volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors, and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Preferred experience includes:
Ability to close face to face fundraising and sponsorships.
Strong executive volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $65K - 90K, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be within Las Vegas Market as it does require local travel throughout the community. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
Nov 15, 2023
Full time
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Director
The Development Director serves as a team leader and member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will oversee the implementation of a year-round fundraising program for the market, working in close coordination with state or regional and national fundraising teams. The Development Director will lead the community fundraising team potentially with 1-2 direct reports and will be responsible for meeting revenue targets. The Development Director will be a strong player-coach, in addition to providing day-to-day leadership of the team, the Director must also help team members deliver tactical execution.
The primary fundraising program will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk™/Race for the Cure – the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include prospecting, cultivating and soliciting sponsors, corporate teams and top fundraisers. This position will also be responsible for driving execution and implementation of other revenue generating activities in the market area. which may include individual giving, major gifts, corporate engagement, and special events.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Development of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals.
Assist in hiring, training, and supervising community fundraising staff.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, special events, etc and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Execute the strategy, management, and tactical fundraising plan of the MORE THAN PINK Walk ™/ Race for the Cure® to meet revenue goals for the event(s).
Securing and managing high dollar corporate partnerships for market events.
Maintaining an ongoing pipeline of potential sponsors and donors.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Establish relationships and communication with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, event chairs and fundraising committees, sponsors, major to mid-level donors and volunteers.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team.
Ability to keep participants, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach goals.
Work in collaboration with the Executive Director on identifying and cultivating potential major gift prospects in the community.
Work cross functionally with other Community Development staff on larger regional or national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains a productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 5-7 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management.
5 years minimum successful fundraising experience and expertise closing on $1M in revenue, through corporate sponsorship, peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and major gifts.
Ability to close face to face fundraising and sponsorships.
Strong executive volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors, and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Preferred experience includes:
Ability to close face to face fundraising and sponsorships.
Strong executive volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $65K - 90K, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be within Las Vegas Market as it does require local travel throughout the community. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
ID: 2399
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue-generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout the market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains a productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors, and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer to peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
In addition to the qualifications above the successful candidate should have:
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $50K - $65K, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be in San Diego due to in market travel. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
Nov 01, 2023
Full time
ID: 2399
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue-generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout the market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains a productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors, and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer to peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
In addition to the qualifications above the successful candidate should have:
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $50K - $65K, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be in San Diego due to in market travel. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
Purpose. You’ll be doing rewarding work that supports and empowers girls.
Community. Be a part of an amazing team (staff and supporters!) who are passionate about our mission.
Work you’ll love. A creative and collaborative environment where we value your unique skills and insights.
Our impact is growing. VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love can change the world, and you can be part of the growing team making that happen.
Totally remote — work from anywhere in the United States.
WHO WE ARE
VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love – weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and more – can be a catalyst for supporting girls whose futures, educations, and choices are at risk. This year alone, more than 12 million girls are at risk of child marriage, threatening their ability to own their futures. We invite individuals, couples, event professionals, brand leaders, and others to invest in the power, voice, and choice of girls everywhere. In doing so, we’re bringing much-needed funding and resources to effective yet underfunded community programs around the world that are in need of investment to engage young girls, helping them to stay in school, avoid child marriage, and have opportunities to thrive. VOW for Girls was founded in late 2018 by global human rights activist Mabel van Oranje and Ford Foundation President Darren Walker.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Vice President (VP) of Fundraising will develop a vision and provide leadership for organization-wide activities and strategies focused on generating, maintaining, and increasing revenue. We are looking for an enterprising builder with a track record of delivering on fundraising targets while developing and leveraging diverse, high-level networks. Reporting to, and working closely with, the CEO, the VP of Fundraising will lead revenue generation across multiple channels. This includes developing external brand-building and revenue-generating partnerships with corporate brands, fundraising from high-net-worth individuals and foundations, and identifying new sources of revenue as the organization enters a new phase of growth, including non-traditional revenue sources and in-kind giving.
The VP of Fundraising will be responsible for the performance, strategy, and alignment of three frontline fundraisers with unique portfolios and a Revenue Operations Associate, while managing their own pipeline of donors and partners. They will work closely with the VP of Communications & Marketing to refine and integrate messaging, analyze campaign performance, and ensure we are running a unified enterprise rooted in modern best practices.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Revenue Generation & Strategy:
--Lead the organization’s fundraising strategy and deploy innovative tactics to reach revenue goals.
--Connect, align, and integrate revenue-related functions across the organization.
--Identify internal and external opportunities to expand and optimize revenue-producing activities, add new scalable partners in a strategic way, and pursue creative approaches for new revenue generation.
--Establish analytics and methods to measure and forecast revenue and market conditions, and develop effective, data-driven strategies.
--Develop fundraising strategies across channels (individuals, foundations, corporations, and events industry) and geographies—working in close partnership with all internal teams to stay aligned with our goals and mission.
--Manage an active portfolio of donors and prospects.
--Build and nurture strategic relationships with corporations aligned to our mission.
--Oversee the strategy around engagement of, and fundraising from, event professionals, those celebrating occasions, and general donors.
--Report quarterly on fundraising strategy and progress to the CEO.
--Work closely with the CEO and Board Chair to shape the composition and fundraising activities of the Board over the next era and ensure the CEO, Board of Directors, and Advisory Council are deployed and supported in their roles cultivating and stewarding donors.
Build, Develop, and Retain a Strong Team:
--Build and mentor a cross-functional, integrated team where total output exceeds the sum of its parts.
--Ensure performance and alignment across the marketing/communications, and fundraising teams, collaborating closely with the VP of Marketing and Communications.
--Build a values-based culture that thrives on learning, iteration, and results.
Senior Leadership:
--As a member of the senior leadership team, play an integral role in the overall strategy and direction of the organization.
--Serve as a spokesperson for the organization when needed, including speaking at events that help promote the organization.
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS
--15+ years of relevant experience, showing increasing levels of responsibility leading revenue-generating functions and success in driving at least $5M annually in philanthropy.
--A global orientation and knowledge of strategies and trends in global philanthropy.
--Track record of securing 6- and 7-figure major gifts and/or corporate commitments.
--Proven ability to build rapport and trust-based relationships with high-net-worth individuals and C-suite level executives.
--Exceptional interpersonal skills—compelling conversationalist, intelligent listener, and naturally intuitive.
--Superior verbal and written communication skills across all mediums; clear and concise writer, inspiring and persuasive speaker.
--Ability to hold a big vision, while executing tactically in a lean organization.
--Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and capacity to manage a high volume of work.
--The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
--Confident in leading a high-performing team and setting a standard for persistence, integrity, and creativity in driving revenue.
--Passion for the mission of VOW for Girls and a foundational commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
--Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce in particular) preferred.
--MBA and/or private sector experience is a plus.
BENEFITS
VOW offers a generous benefits package, including:
Generous and flexible PTO in addition to 14 paid holidays, as well as personal and sick leave.
100% medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and 50% for family.
401K match of 1% that vests immediately.
12 weeks paid parental leave (available after 6 months of employment).
Home office setup stipend.
Funding for professional development opportunities The ability to work from wherever in the U.S. is best for you.
Quarterly in-person gatherings of the full VOW team.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $135,000-$150,000. This range is for illustrative purposes only and salary offers are commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Location is flexible within the U.S. VOW for Girls is based in New York City, and we are open to candidates who are located near a major airport and willing to travel as needed.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply on our site with your resume and cover letter telling us why you’d be an exceptional candidate for this role. Please note that you must have the right to work for your location prior to your first day.
DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?
We still encourage you to apply! Studies show that women, non-binary applicants, and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. However, at VOW for Girls, our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, identities, and talents help us thrive.
VOW is committed to racial equity and social justice and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities to provide a wide range of perspectives, ideas, views, and insights into the strategy, policies, culture, and ambitions of VOW for Girls.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sep 25, 2023
Full time
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
Purpose. You’ll be doing rewarding work that supports and empowers girls.
Community. Be a part of an amazing team (staff and supporters!) who are passionate about our mission.
Work you’ll love. A creative and collaborative environment where we value your unique skills and insights.
Our impact is growing. VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love can change the world, and you can be part of the growing team making that happen.
Totally remote — work from anywhere in the United States.
WHO WE ARE
VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love – weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and more – can be a catalyst for supporting girls whose futures, educations, and choices are at risk. This year alone, more than 12 million girls are at risk of child marriage, threatening their ability to own their futures. We invite individuals, couples, event professionals, brand leaders, and others to invest in the power, voice, and choice of girls everywhere. In doing so, we’re bringing much-needed funding and resources to effective yet underfunded community programs around the world that are in need of investment to engage young girls, helping them to stay in school, avoid child marriage, and have opportunities to thrive. VOW for Girls was founded in late 2018 by global human rights activist Mabel van Oranje and Ford Foundation President Darren Walker.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Vice President (VP) of Fundraising will develop a vision and provide leadership for organization-wide activities and strategies focused on generating, maintaining, and increasing revenue. We are looking for an enterprising builder with a track record of delivering on fundraising targets while developing and leveraging diverse, high-level networks. Reporting to, and working closely with, the CEO, the VP of Fundraising will lead revenue generation across multiple channels. This includes developing external brand-building and revenue-generating partnerships with corporate brands, fundraising from high-net-worth individuals and foundations, and identifying new sources of revenue as the organization enters a new phase of growth, including non-traditional revenue sources and in-kind giving.
The VP of Fundraising will be responsible for the performance, strategy, and alignment of three frontline fundraisers with unique portfolios and a Revenue Operations Associate, while managing their own pipeline of donors and partners. They will work closely with the VP of Communications & Marketing to refine and integrate messaging, analyze campaign performance, and ensure we are running a unified enterprise rooted in modern best practices.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Revenue Generation & Strategy:
--Lead the organization’s fundraising strategy and deploy innovative tactics to reach revenue goals.
--Connect, align, and integrate revenue-related functions across the organization.
--Identify internal and external opportunities to expand and optimize revenue-producing activities, add new scalable partners in a strategic way, and pursue creative approaches for new revenue generation.
--Establish analytics and methods to measure and forecast revenue and market conditions, and develop effective, data-driven strategies.
--Develop fundraising strategies across channels (individuals, foundations, corporations, and events industry) and geographies—working in close partnership with all internal teams to stay aligned with our goals and mission.
--Manage an active portfolio of donors and prospects.
--Build and nurture strategic relationships with corporations aligned to our mission.
--Oversee the strategy around engagement of, and fundraising from, event professionals, those celebrating occasions, and general donors.
--Report quarterly on fundraising strategy and progress to the CEO.
--Work closely with the CEO and Board Chair to shape the composition and fundraising activities of the Board over the next era and ensure the CEO, Board of Directors, and Advisory Council are deployed and supported in their roles cultivating and stewarding donors.
Build, Develop, and Retain a Strong Team:
--Build and mentor a cross-functional, integrated team where total output exceeds the sum of its parts.
--Ensure performance and alignment across the marketing/communications, and fundraising teams, collaborating closely with the VP of Marketing and Communications.
--Build a values-based culture that thrives on learning, iteration, and results.
Senior Leadership:
--As a member of the senior leadership team, play an integral role in the overall strategy and direction of the organization.
--Serve as a spokesperson for the organization when needed, including speaking at events that help promote the organization.
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS
--15+ years of relevant experience, showing increasing levels of responsibility leading revenue-generating functions and success in driving at least $5M annually in philanthropy.
--A global orientation and knowledge of strategies and trends in global philanthropy.
--Track record of securing 6- and 7-figure major gifts and/or corporate commitments.
--Proven ability to build rapport and trust-based relationships with high-net-worth individuals and C-suite level executives.
--Exceptional interpersonal skills—compelling conversationalist, intelligent listener, and naturally intuitive.
--Superior verbal and written communication skills across all mediums; clear and concise writer, inspiring and persuasive speaker.
--Ability to hold a big vision, while executing tactically in a lean organization.
--Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and capacity to manage a high volume of work.
--The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
--Confident in leading a high-performing team and setting a standard for persistence, integrity, and creativity in driving revenue.
--Passion for the mission of VOW for Girls and a foundational commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
--Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce in particular) preferred.
--MBA and/or private sector experience is a plus.
BENEFITS
VOW offers a generous benefits package, including:
Generous and flexible PTO in addition to 14 paid holidays, as well as personal and sick leave.
100% medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and 50% for family.
401K match of 1% that vests immediately.
12 weeks paid parental leave (available after 6 months of employment).
Home office setup stipend.
Funding for professional development opportunities The ability to work from wherever in the U.S. is best for you.
Quarterly in-person gatherings of the full VOW team.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $135,000-$150,000. This range is for illustrative purposes only and salary offers are commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Location is flexible within the U.S. VOW for Girls is based in New York City, and we are open to candidates who are located near a major airport and willing to travel as needed.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply on our site with your resume and cover letter telling us why you’d be an exceptional candidate for this role. Please note that you must have the right to work for your location prior to your first day.
DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?
We still encourage you to apply! Studies show that women, non-binary applicants, and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. However, at VOW for Girls, our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, identities, and talents help us thrive.
VOW is committed to racial equity and social justice and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities to provide a wide range of perspectives, ideas, views, and insights into the strategy, policies, culture, and ambitions of VOW for Girls.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
Purpose. You’ll be doing rewarding work that supports and empowers girls.
Community. Be a part of an amazing team (staff and supporters!) who are passionate about our mission.
Work you’ll love. A creative and collaborative environment where we value your unique skills and insights.
Our impact is growing. VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love can change the world, and you can be part of the growing team making that happen.
Totally remote — work from anywhere in the United States.
WHO WE ARE
VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love – weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and more – can be a catalyst for supporting girls whose futures, educations, and choices are at risk. This year alone, more than 12 million girls are at risk of child marriage, threatening their ability to own their futures. We invite individuals, couples, event professionals, brand leaders, and others to invest in the power, voice, and choice of girls everywhere. In doing so, we’re bringing much-needed funding and resources to effective yet underfunded community programs around the world that are in need of investment to engage young girls, helping them to stay in school, avoid child marriage, and have opportunities to thrive. VOW for Girls was founded in late 2018 by global human rights activist Mabel van Oranje and Ford Foundation President Darren Walker.
JOB DESCRIPTION
VOW is seeking a Director of Major Gifts to fully build out and lead our operational fundraising pipeline. Reporting to the Vice President of Fundraising, the Director of Major Gifts will develop and manage an active portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and foundation stakeholders, with a special emphasis on maximizing unrestricted revenue and core support for the organization’s operations. The Director will model best practices around prospect/donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies, and foster a collaborative, innovative approach to engaging and upgrading funders over time.
The Director will design strategies for positioning VOW within foundation portfolios, demonstrating business value, and identifying opportunities for shared impact. They will be able to see the long-term vision for the organization and are able to develop a comprehensive, innovative, and actionable strategic plan for VOW’s development department with a focus on raising millions to support VOW’s operations.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Operational Revenue Generation & Relationship Management:
-- Establish annual and long-range funding goals and benchmarks for a managed portfolio of individuals and foundations, maximizing unrestricted revenue from the portfolio while modeling best-in-class, innovative approaches to pipeline development and funder management.
-- Synthesize VOW’s campaigns, initiatives, and projects into clear, compelling proposals and reports for individuals and foundations that serve to communicate VOW’s effectiveness as a global movement builder, strongly making the case for unrestricted/core support.
-- Support the involvement of the CEO and other VOW staff and Board members in high-level, high-touch individual and foundation solicitations and relationship management with briefing materials, agendas, background research, and appropriate follow-up.
-- Facilitate the involvement of VOW’s Board and Advisory Council members in relationship-building and relationship-management activities as required and appropriate.
Data Management:
--Monitor and report on all key performance metrics (including financials), providing updates and insights to internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and pacing toward targets and goals.
--Oversee maintenance of CRM records to develop and maintain relevant knowledge management processes that contribute to comprehensive tracking of, and reporting on, VOW’s individual and foundation stakeholders.
--Lead the organization to be more data-driven in its approach to fundraising
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS
--7+ years of high-net-worth individual and foundation development/fundraising experience and a proven track record of closing multiple six- and seven-figure gifts.
--Experience meeting and exceeding ambitious team and personal revenue goals and performance indicators, as well as participating in financial projections, reporting, and scenario planning.
--Proven ability to define and implement critical near-term and long-term revenue generation strategies concurrently.
--Experience leading complex funder relationship development and management strategies in a global context: experience of philanthropy, foundation, and/or corporate relations in North America essential; experience of donor engagement, solicitation, and management in other important funder markets relevant to VOW would be useful (e.g., UK, Europe).
--Ability to lead on translating broad organizational vision and strategies into specific objectives and operational delivery plans while being able to respond quickly to changes in short-term priorities.
--Your experience demonstrates an intuitive understanding of how large organizations work and an ability to quickly speak the language of different companies across various sectors and industries.
---Equally comfortable in both strategy and execution with a high-quality standard and the ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying attention to details.
--Active leader at the company-wide level, sharing knowledge and interest in emerging concepts and practices in the field of strategic philanthropy and/ or foundation relations, and are able to identify philanthropic sector trends and opportunities to inform VOW’s approach to external stakeholder engagement.
--Incredible communicator. You have strong, persuasive, and compelling interpersonal skills with superior written and oral communication and presentation abilities, including experience speaking to and writing for sophisticated individual philanthropists and foundation executives.
--You want to help build an organization, taking VOW from an early-stage startup to a global philanthropic initiative. You thrive in fast-paced, ambitious environments. You work hard and you have fun while you do it.
--You have a passion for gender equality and girls’ rights coupled with the spirit and drive of a social entrepreneur.
--Exceptional judgment and emotional intelligence. You’re a careful listener and can read the room. You demonstrate personal integrity and dedication.
--You are prepared to travel on occasion.
--Bachelor’s Degree required
BENEFITS
VOW offers a generous benefits package, including:
Generous and flexible PTO in addition to 14 paid holidays, as well as personal and sick leave
100% medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and 50% for family
401K match of 1% that vests immediately
12 weeks paid parental leave (available after 6 months of employment)
Home office setup stipend
Funding for professional development opportunities
The ability to work from wherever in the U.S. is best for you
Quarterly in-person gatherings of the full VOW team
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $90,000-$125,000. This range is for illustrative purposes only and salary offers are commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Location is flexible within the U.S. VOW for Girls is based in New York City, and we are open to candidates who are located near a major airport and willing to travel as needed.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply on our site with your resume and cover letter telling us why you’d be an exceptional candidate for this role. Please note that you must have the right to work for your location prior to your first day.
DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?
We still encourage you to apply! Studies show that women, non-binary applicants, and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. However, at VOW for Girls, our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, identities, and talents help us thrive.
VOW is committed to racial equity and social justice and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities to provide a wide range of perspectives, ideas, views, and insights into the strategy, policies, culture, and ambitions of VOW for Girls.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sep 25, 2023
Full time
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
Purpose. You’ll be doing rewarding work that supports and empowers girls.
Community. Be a part of an amazing team (staff and supporters!) who are passionate about our mission.
Work you’ll love. A creative and collaborative environment where we value your unique skills and insights.
Our impact is growing. VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love can change the world, and you can be part of the growing team making that happen.
Totally remote — work from anywhere in the United States.
WHO WE ARE
VOW for Girls believes that celebrations of love – weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and more – can be a catalyst for supporting girls whose futures, educations, and choices are at risk. This year alone, more than 12 million girls are at risk of child marriage, threatening their ability to own their futures. We invite individuals, couples, event professionals, brand leaders, and others to invest in the power, voice, and choice of girls everywhere. In doing so, we’re bringing much-needed funding and resources to effective yet underfunded community programs around the world that are in need of investment to engage young girls, helping them to stay in school, avoid child marriage, and have opportunities to thrive. VOW for Girls was founded in late 2018 by global human rights activist Mabel van Oranje and Ford Foundation President Darren Walker.
JOB DESCRIPTION
VOW is seeking a Director of Major Gifts to fully build out and lead our operational fundraising pipeline. Reporting to the Vice President of Fundraising, the Director of Major Gifts will develop and manage an active portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and foundation stakeholders, with a special emphasis on maximizing unrestricted revenue and core support for the organization’s operations. The Director will model best practices around prospect/donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies, and foster a collaborative, innovative approach to engaging and upgrading funders over time.
The Director will design strategies for positioning VOW within foundation portfolios, demonstrating business value, and identifying opportunities for shared impact. They will be able to see the long-term vision for the organization and are able to develop a comprehensive, innovative, and actionable strategic plan for VOW’s development department with a focus on raising millions to support VOW’s operations.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Operational Revenue Generation & Relationship Management:
-- Establish annual and long-range funding goals and benchmarks for a managed portfolio of individuals and foundations, maximizing unrestricted revenue from the portfolio while modeling best-in-class, innovative approaches to pipeline development and funder management.
-- Synthesize VOW’s campaigns, initiatives, and projects into clear, compelling proposals and reports for individuals and foundations that serve to communicate VOW’s effectiveness as a global movement builder, strongly making the case for unrestricted/core support.
-- Support the involvement of the CEO and other VOW staff and Board members in high-level, high-touch individual and foundation solicitations and relationship management with briefing materials, agendas, background research, and appropriate follow-up.
-- Facilitate the involvement of VOW’s Board and Advisory Council members in relationship-building and relationship-management activities as required and appropriate.
Data Management:
--Monitor and report on all key performance metrics (including financials), providing updates and insights to internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and pacing toward targets and goals.
--Oversee maintenance of CRM records to develop and maintain relevant knowledge management processes that contribute to comprehensive tracking of, and reporting on, VOW’s individual and foundation stakeholders.
--Lead the organization to be more data-driven in its approach to fundraising
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS
--7+ years of high-net-worth individual and foundation development/fundraising experience and a proven track record of closing multiple six- and seven-figure gifts.
--Experience meeting and exceeding ambitious team and personal revenue goals and performance indicators, as well as participating in financial projections, reporting, and scenario planning.
--Proven ability to define and implement critical near-term and long-term revenue generation strategies concurrently.
--Experience leading complex funder relationship development and management strategies in a global context: experience of philanthropy, foundation, and/or corporate relations in North America essential; experience of donor engagement, solicitation, and management in other important funder markets relevant to VOW would be useful (e.g., UK, Europe).
--Ability to lead on translating broad organizational vision and strategies into specific objectives and operational delivery plans while being able to respond quickly to changes in short-term priorities.
--Your experience demonstrates an intuitive understanding of how large organizations work and an ability to quickly speak the language of different companies across various sectors and industries.
---Equally comfortable in both strategy and execution with a high-quality standard and the ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying attention to details.
--Active leader at the company-wide level, sharing knowledge and interest in emerging concepts and practices in the field of strategic philanthropy and/ or foundation relations, and are able to identify philanthropic sector trends and opportunities to inform VOW’s approach to external stakeholder engagement.
--Incredible communicator. You have strong, persuasive, and compelling interpersonal skills with superior written and oral communication and presentation abilities, including experience speaking to and writing for sophisticated individual philanthropists and foundation executives.
--You want to help build an organization, taking VOW from an early-stage startup to a global philanthropic initiative. You thrive in fast-paced, ambitious environments. You work hard and you have fun while you do it.
--You have a passion for gender equality and girls’ rights coupled with the spirit and drive of a social entrepreneur.
--Exceptional judgment and emotional intelligence. You’re a careful listener and can read the room. You demonstrate personal integrity and dedication.
--You are prepared to travel on occasion.
--Bachelor’s Degree required
BENEFITS
VOW offers a generous benefits package, including:
Generous and flexible PTO in addition to 14 paid holidays, as well as personal and sick leave
100% medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and 50% for family
401K match of 1% that vests immediately
12 weeks paid parental leave (available after 6 months of employment)
Home office setup stipend
Funding for professional development opportunities
The ability to work from wherever in the U.S. is best for you
Quarterly in-person gatherings of the full VOW team
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $90,000-$125,000. This range is for illustrative purposes only and salary offers are commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Location is flexible within the U.S. VOW for Girls is based in New York City, and we are open to candidates who are located near a major airport and willing to travel as needed.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply on our site with your resume and cover letter telling us why you’d be an exceptional candidate for this role. Please note that you must have the right to work for your location prior to your first day.
DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?
We still encourage you to apply! Studies show that women, non-binary applicants, and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. However, at VOW for Girls, our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, identities, and talents help us thrive.
VOW is committed to racial equity and social justice and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities to provide a wide range of perspectives, ideas, views, and insights into the strategy, policies, culture, and ambitions of VOW for Girls.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title: Managing Director of Development Partnerships Positions Available: 2 Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Development Partnerships Positions Reporting to this Position: Directors of Development Partnerships (2-4), Major Gifts Coordinator or Associate Manager of Major Gifts (1) Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 30% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-II Salary Range (depending on experience) : $99,418-$140,400
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.
Our members, our volunteers and staff, and our more than 30 state affiliates (together, the Conservation Voter Movement) work for a more just and equitable democracy, where people—not polluters—determine our future. This movement is an influential national network with unparalleled influence in Washington, DC, in state capitals, and in communities around the country. We are unmatched in our ability to ensure meaningful action on our key issues. We aim to bring people and communities together across racial, geographic, political, religious, economic and other differences toward collective goals instead of dividing us from one another.
LCV is hiring two Managing Directors of Development Partnerships who will be responsible for a portfolio of lead and principal level donors in a specific state or region and holds 35-50 visits with donors and prospects annually to raise the budgeted revenue for the assigned portfolio. Each Managing Director role will manage a team of 2-4 Directors of Development Partnerships, each of whom have visit and revenue goals related to their assigned portfolios, plus one Major Gifts support staff who works with the team so that each Managing Director will supervise between 3-5 staff on their team. This position is responsible for developing and implementing high level systems and processes in collaboration with other development managers that will support the Major Gifts Team’s ability to raise more money, more efficiently. The ideal candidate is a highly-skilled communicator, organized, ambitious, goal-driven, excels at managing people, and will be able to apply their expertise to coach and lead their major gifts team.
Responsibilities:
Lead and develop 2-5 Directors of Development Partnerships and one Major Gifts Associate, Manager, or Coordinator. Ensure the team meets or exceeds their visit and revenue goals.
Lead regular team calls and retreats.
Write persuasive and personalized cases for support, emails, letters and proposals to donors and prospects including in depth descriptions of our programs and role in environmental advocacy, politics, and racial justice and equity. Use these communications as examples of donor engagement and share with the team regularly.
Regularly identify opportunities and lead projects to boost team performance and center LCV’s CLAASI Values (Community, Learning, Anti-Racism, Accountability, Sustainability, Innovation) as an effective trainer, compassionate coach and forward-thinking mentor.
Support direct reports in managing and developing a portfolio of about 120 current, lapsed and prospective donors, deepening relationships in person, over the phone, and in writing. Support each Director in sharpening their ability to talk about core racial justice and equity work, educate donors and other stakeholders on why this work is central to our mission, and challenge and persuade those who disagree.
Support and partner with organizational leaders to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward Principal donors.
Expand the portfolio of prospective donors to include more women, people of color and young people; broaden our current methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting donors of color and build the skills and competencies of our team to meet this objective.
Work with staff to educate our current and prospective donors about the racial justice and equity work in which we are engaged, including drafting talking points and practicing for visits.
Hold a portfolio of donors and prospects and meet with them across the region, holding at least 35-50 donor visits annually depending on the number of people on the team.
Interface and collaborate with other development managers to create efficient and effective systems and materials that will help the Major Gifts Team raise more money.
Ensure LCV lead and principal level donors and prospects are engaged in a highly tailored way.
Recruit donors and prospects to a variety of LCV (and when possible, state affiliate) fundraising and cultivation events and ensure members of the Major Gifts Team do the same.
Work to ensure coordination with state affiliates to achieve fundraising goals.
Participate in high-level planning to help set both fundraising and programmatic goals.
Travel up to 20% of the time for in-person work in respective regions, Washington, DC and elsewhere for staff site visits, conferences, and donor visits.
Qualifications:
Work Experience :
Required: 7 years of experience in fundraising, 3 of which are managing other fundraising staff, including a successful track record of personally meeting with donors and closing five and six-figure gifts. Experience directly supervising staff with varying levels of experience. Significant experience directly qualifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts prospects, including developing solicitation strategy from identification through stewardship. Significant experience contacting prospects and holding an ambitious number of donor visits per month.
Preferred – Issue advocacy, organizing and/or political fundraising experience. Experience managing up and working with an executive team. Experience with Salesforce.
Skills:
Required: Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; self-motivated; exhibits strong judgment; and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be creative, diplomatic, proactive, disciplined, and able to think strategically. An active and curious listener with a knack for building relationships and the ability to speak with authority as an organizational representative. Well organized and detail-oriented. Motivated to meet goals, produce results, and exceed expectations, and enthusiastic about metrics driven goals. Politically savvy with an eagerness for continued learning. Professional, honest, and trustworthy; capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. Politically savvy and oriented toward optimism. Passionate about protecting the environment, racial justice and equity, and meaningful social change.
Preferred : Moderate knowledge of how to use Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Wrike.
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.
Working Conditions : This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with major donors and must be able to exchange and keep confidential accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours, as needed. 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 “Managing Director of Development Partnerships” in the subject line by October 4, 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 .
Sep 21, 2023
Full time
Title: Managing Director of Development Partnerships Positions Available: 2 Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Development Partnerships Positions Reporting to this Position: Directors of Development Partnerships (2-4), Major Gifts Coordinator or Associate Manager of Major Gifts (1) Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 30% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-II Salary Range (depending on experience) : $99,418-$140,400
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.
Our members, our volunteers and staff, and our more than 30 state affiliates (together, the Conservation Voter Movement) work for a more just and equitable democracy, where people—not polluters—determine our future. This movement is an influential national network with unparalleled influence in Washington, DC, in state capitals, and in communities around the country. We are unmatched in our ability to ensure meaningful action on our key issues. We aim to bring people and communities together across racial, geographic, political, religious, economic and other differences toward collective goals instead of dividing us from one another.
LCV is hiring two Managing Directors of Development Partnerships who will be responsible for a portfolio of lead and principal level donors in a specific state or region and holds 35-50 visits with donors and prospects annually to raise the budgeted revenue for the assigned portfolio. Each Managing Director role will manage a team of 2-4 Directors of Development Partnerships, each of whom have visit and revenue goals related to their assigned portfolios, plus one Major Gifts support staff who works with the team so that each Managing Director will supervise between 3-5 staff on their team. This position is responsible for developing and implementing high level systems and processes in collaboration with other development managers that will support the Major Gifts Team’s ability to raise more money, more efficiently. The ideal candidate is a highly-skilled communicator, organized, ambitious, goal-driven, excels at managing people, and will be able to apply their expertise to coach and lead their major gifts team.
Responsibilities:
Lead and develop 2-5 Directors of Development Partnerships and one Major Gifts Associate, Manager, or Coordinator. Ensure the team meets or exceeds their visit and revenue goals.
Lead regular team calls and retreats.
Write persuasive and personalized cases for support, emails, letters and proposals to donors and prospects including in depth descriptions of our programs and role in environmental advocacy, politics, and racial justice and equity. Use these communications as examples of donor engagement and share with the team regularly.
Regularly identify opportunities and lead projects to boost team performance and center LCV’s CLAASI Values (Community, Learning, Anti-Racism, Accountability, Sustainability, Innovation) as an effective trainer, compassionate coach and forward-thinking mentor.
Support direct reports in managing and developing a portfolio of about 120 current, lapsed and prospective donors, deepening relationships in person, over the phone, and in writing. Support each Director in sharpening their ability to talk about core racial justice and equity work, educate donors and other stakeholders on why this work is central to our mission, and challenge and persuade those who disagree.
Support and partner with organizational leaders to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward Principal donors.
Expand the portfolio of prospective donors to include more women, people of color and young people; broaden our current methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting donors of color and build the skills and competencies of our team to meet this objective.
Work with staff to educate our current and prospective donors about the racial justice and equity work in which we are engaged, including drafting talking points and practicing for visits.
Hold a portfolio of donors and prospects and meet with them across the region, holding at least 35-50 donor visits annually depending on the number of people on the team.
Interface and collaborate with other development managers to create efficient and effective systems and materials that will help the Major Gifts Team raise more money.
Ensure LCV lead and principal level donors and prospects are engaged in a highly tailored way.
Recruit donors and prospects to a variety of LCV (and when possible, state affiliate) fundraising and cultivation events and ensure members of the Major Gifts Team do the same.
Work to ensure coordination with state affiliates to achieve fundraising goals.
Participate in high-level planning to help set both fundraising and programmatic goals.
Travel up to 20% of the time for in-person work in respective regions, Washington, DC and elsewhere for staff site visits, conferences, and donor visits.
Qualifications:
Work Experience :
Required: 7 years of experience in fundraising, 3 of which are managing other fundraising staff, including a successful track record of personally meeting with donors and closing five and six-figure gifts. Experience directly supervising staff with varying levels of experience. Significant experience directly qualifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts prospects, including developing solicitation strategy from identification through stewardship. Significant experience contacting prospects and holding an ambitious number of donor visits per month.
Preferred – Issue advocacy, organizing and/or political fundraising experience. Experience managing up and working with an executive team. Experience with Salesforce.
Skills:
Required: Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; self-motivated; exhibits strong judgment; and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be creative, diplomatic, proactive, disciplined, and able to think strategically. An active and curious listener with a knack for building relationships and the ability to speak with authority as an organizational representative. Well organized and detail-oriented. Motivated to meet goals, produce results, and exceed expectations, and enthusiastic about metrics driven goals. Politically savvy with an eagerness for continued learning. Professional, honest, and trustworthy; capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. Politically savvy and oriented toward optimism. Passionate about protecting the environment, racial justice and equity, and meaningful social change.
Preferred : Moderate knowledge of how to use Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Wrike.
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.
Working Conditions : This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with major donors and must be able to exchange and keep confidential accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours, as needed. 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 “Managing Director of Development Partnerships” in the subject line by October 4, 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 .
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 90+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At The Humane League (THL), animal welfare is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
We will be holding a webinar on Monday, August 28 at 5:00pm PDT/6:00pm MDT/7:00pm CDT/8:00pm EDT for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Jon Camp, Associate Director of Donor Relations and Jonathan Frappier , Director of Donor Relations. If you’re interested, please register here . At the webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available here by Tuesday, August 29.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As the Donor Relations Specialist, you will be responsible for stewarding the relationships and gifts of approximately 500 mid-level donors (those who give between $500-4,999 a year), scheduling and participating in one-on-one virtual and in-person meetings with THL supporters, and assisting in the research and strategy to retain and upgrade our supporters. Mid-level donors are a quickly growing and significant segment of The Humane League's donor pool, and with proper stewardship, they often develop into major donors. Their continued support is essential for THL's financial stability and donor diversification. This position reports directly to Jon Camp, Associate Director of Donor Relations.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position requires 2-3 weeks of travel for donor meetings and staff retreats, equivalent to approximately 2-3 trips per year across the US. We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
Core Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
With the guidance of their manager, develop and execute medium-to-high touch cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a network of approximately 500 donors making 3- to 4-figure gifts totaling $425,000 annually.
Regularly meet with existing and prospective donors through virtual and in-person meetings to cultivate support for The Humane League’s work.
Consistently engage THL’s mid-level supporters through sharing quarterly reports, inviting them to virtual events, and soliciting feedback.
Regularly thank new donors through phone and written communication. Follow up with donors who are lapsed or up for renewal to solicit their renewal.
Advance THL’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging by seeking a diverse range of THL donors to highlight in our publications; providing engagement opportunities to those who give to THL in smaller amounts; and exploring opportunities for THL to reach new communities in a way that is respectful and collaborative.
Support the promotion of fundraising and cultivation events, including quarterly virtual town halls.
Collaborate with Development staff to qualify and upgrade mid-level giving prospects from our annual fund.
Stay current on The Humane League’s programs and theory of change, as well as the trends in the animal protection movement as a whole, to effectively articulate our mission and represent our work to the public.
Maintain detailed donor files in the donor database and all related projects in THL’s project management system (Asana) regularly and with consistency.
Stay current on philanthropic opportunities, including but not limited to, legacy giving, foundation giving, leadership giving, and peer-to-peer giving.
Provide research, reporting, and strategy for the mid-level program, utilizing THL’s systems, software, and SOPs, with full comprehension and continued learning for increased support and efficiencies.
Support the development of expertise in the entire Donor Relations team by sharing learning, providing guidance, and collaborating on developing improved processes.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
The ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
2 years of professional experience in fundraising, direct marketing, or grassroots organizing.
Mission alignment: An understanding of or willingness to understand farm animal welfare issues.
Communication: Solid ability to communicate persuasively verbally and in writing. Exceptional listening and social skills, including curiosity, appreciation, and diplomacy. Comfortable making repeated thank-you calls.
Strategic thinking: Ability to develop and execute high-earning fundraising strategies based on data extrapolated from our donor relations database.
Interpersonal skills: A comfort and resilience in discussing financial matters, soliciting donations, and following up with supporters about financial giving. An ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Perseverance: Ability to self-motivate and repeatedly follow-up with potential donors, with little to no indication of progress.
Organized: Outstanding organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
This position is available until 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT on Friday, September 1, 2023.
The initial application review will happen after the application closing date above. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Second Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $65,493 - $80,047. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individuals total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a jobs level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Aug 17, 2023
Full time
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 90+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At The Humane League (THL), animal welfare is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
We will be holding a webinar on Monday, August 28 at 5:00pm PDT/6:00pm MDT/7:00pm CDT/8:00pm EDT for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Jon Camp, Associate Director of Donor Relations and Jonathan Frappier , Director of Donor Relations. If you’re interested, please register here . At the webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available here by Tuesday, August 29.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As the Donor Relations Specialist, you will be responsible for stewarding the relationships and gifts of approximately 500 mid-level donors (those who give between $500-4,999 a year), scheduling and participating in one-on-one virtual and in-person meetings with THL supporters, and assisting in the research and strategy to retain and upgrade our supporters. Mid-level donors are a quickly growing and significant segment of The Humane League's donor pool, and with proper stewardship, they often develop into major donors. Their continued support is essential for THL's financial stability and donor diversification. This position reports directly to Jon Camp, Associate Director of Donor Relations.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position requires 2-3 weeks of travel for donor meetings and staff retreats, equivalent to approximately 2-3 trips per year across the US. We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
Core Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
With the guidance of their manager, develop and execute medium-to-high touch cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a network of approximately 500 donors making 3- to 4-figure gifts totaling $425,000 annually.
Regularly meet with existing and prospective donors through virtual and in-person meetings to cultivate support for The Humane League’s work.
Consistently engage THL’s mid-level supporters through sharing quarterly reports, inviting them to virtual events, and soliciting feedback.
Regularly thank new donors through phone and written communication. Follow up with donors who are lapsed or up for renewal to solicit their renewal.
Advance THL’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging by seeking a diverse range of THL donors to highlight in our publications; providing engagement opportunities to those who give to THL in smaller amounts; and exploring opportunities for THL to reach new communities in a way that is respectful and collaborative.
Support the promotion of fundraising and cultivation events, including quarterly virtual town halls.
Collaborate with Development staff to qualify and upgrade mid-level giving prospects from our annual fund.
Stay current on The Humane League’s programs and theory of change, as well as the trends in the animal protection movement as a whole, to effectively articulate our mission and represent our work to the public.
Maintain detailed donor files in the donor database and all related projects in THL’s project management system (Asana) regularly and with consistency.
Stay current on philanthropic opportunities, including but not limited to, legacy giving, foundation giving, leadership giving, and peer-to-peer giving.
Provide research, reporting, and strategy for the mid-level program, utilizing THL’s systems, software, and SOPs, with full comprehension and continued learning for increased support and efficiencies.
Support the development of expertise in the entire Donor Relations team by sharing learning, providing guidance, and collaborating on developing improved processes.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
The ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
2 years of professional experience in fundraising, direct marketing, or grassroots organizing.
Mission alignment: An understanding of or willingness to understand farm animal welfare issues.
Communication: Solid ability to communicate persuasively verbally and in writing. Exceptional listening and social skills, including curiosity, appreciation, and diplomacy. Comfortable making repeated thank-you calls.
Strategic thinking: Ability to develop and execute high-earning fundraising strategies based on data extrapolated from our donor relations database.
Interpersonal skills: A comfort and resilience in discussing financial matters, soliciting donations, and following up with supporters about financial giving. An ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Perseverance: Ability to self-motivate and repeatedly follow-up with potential donors, with little to no indication of progress.
Organized: Outstanding organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
This position is available until 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT on Friday, September 1, 2023.
The initial application review will happen after the application closing date above. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Second Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $65,493 - $80,047. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individuals total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a jobs level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Title: Chispa Arizona Development Director Department: State Capacity Building Status: Exempt Reports to: Chispa Arizona Executive Director Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Phoenix, AZ Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: F Salary Range (depending on experience): $96,418 – $144,627
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.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Development Director to join our Chispa Arizona Phoenix-based team who will be the driver for Chispa Arizona’s fund development strategy. In partnership with the Chispa AZ Executive Director, the Development Director will create and implement an annual fund development plan. This role will be primarily responsible for ensuring there is diversified revenue to assist with all programs, utilizing high-level donor cultivation skills to retain current supporters and attract new supporters. The Development Director will also work with key members of the finance and development teams to create and manage revenue goals, forecast long-term revenue strategies, and plan for future revenue if variances arise. The ideal candidate is motivated by a just, accessible, and culturally competent environmental movement acting in the fight against polluters and climate change, and for a cleaner future and a fair democracy for all. We are looking for an organized, innovative, ambitious leader and communicator who is goal-driven and self-motivated, with significant experience in fund development and program management to join the Chispa Arizona team.
Responsibilities:
Fund Development Strategy & Operations
Develop and implement a multi-year fund development strategy that is inclusive of diverse revenue streams. The fund development strategy should include measurable goals for revenue sustainability and growth.
Create a master calendar for implementing stewardship activities, special events, and integrated donor education activities.
Establish and execute a plan for leveraging existing organizational relationships and seeking out new supporters to identify prospects, engage potential donors, and track and steward supporters.
Research and identify prospective donors and implement a cultivation process for donor engagement.
In partnership with the Chispa AZ team, implement activities that will strengthen the organization’s culture of philanthropy.
Work closely with the Chispa AZ Operations team to forecast annual revenue goals, perform monthly revenue reconciliation, and manage donor reports to maintain accuracy and financial accountability.
Grants Management
Oversee the grants process for Chispa AZ, which includes leading on grant application drafts and submissions, post-award reporting, and stewardship for current and prospective grant-related funders, including foundations and corporations.
Research and identify prospective grants that are mission-aligned for the Chispa AZ program.
Create a grant dashboard that tracks grant application progress, submission deadlines, and report dates. Prepare reports on the dashboard, as needed.
Individual Giving & Membership
Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors. Current donor range is from $500-$50,000.
Create and implement strategies that will increase donor retention and commitment levels.
Create and implement a plan for individual donor membership levels that target low-, mid-, and major-giving levels, including online giving strategies.
Work closely with the Chispa AZ Organizing team to develop and implement a community membership program to address transitioning non-giving volunteers to monetary supporters.
Donor Related Communications
Work in partnership with the Chispa AZ Communications Director to create culturally competent stewardship materials that speak to our work, such as impact reports, issue updates, surveys, etc.
Work in partnership with the Chispa AZ Communications Director to ensure that donors are receiving integrated and appropriate messaging.
Develop and implement an annual campaign of issue-specific appeals to engage current and prospective supporters.
Travel up to 10% for donor meetings, membership engagement events, staff retreats, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – Minimum of 5 years of fund development experience, including experience managing or directing a fund development program. Proven experience with grant writing, submission, and reporting. A provable track record of significant and successful gifts and grants awards. Experience managing relationships with prospective and/or current funders. Proven demonstration of cultural competence when messaging to different audiences. Experience working in fundraising in Arizona.
Preferred – Experience with creating and managing donor membership levels. Experience messaging environmental priorities and social justice movement issues.
Skills : Demonstrated understanding of and connection to Arizona funding partners and landscape. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High ability to effectively delegate and manage processes for multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work under own initiative, as well as part of a team. Demonstrated flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence. Creative and innovative; a problem-solver and resourceful during challenging or new situations. Working knowledge of compliance issues and regulations related to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations.
Cultural Competence : Enthusiasm and commitment to amplify the voice and leadership of Latino communities in Arizona and advancing progressive issues and campaigns. Must share a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and the in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions : This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with funders and must be able to exchange accurate information. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. 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 resume and cover letter to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Development Director” in the subject line by June 19, 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 .
Jun 06, 2023
Full time
Title: Chispa Arizona Development Director Department: State Capacity Building Status: Exempt Reports to: Chispa Arizona Executive Director Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Phoenix, AZ Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: F Salary Range (depending on experience): $96,418 – $144,627
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.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Development Director to join our Chispa Arizona Phoenix-based team who will be the driver for Chispa Arizona’s fund development strategy. In partnership with the Chispa AZ Executive Director, the Development Director will create and implement an annual fund development plan. This role will be primarily responsible for ensuring there is diversified revenue to assist with all programs, utilizing high-level donor cultivation skills to retain current supporters and attract new supporters. The Development Director will also work with key members of the finance and development teams to create and manage revenue goals, forecast long-term revenue strategies, and plan for future revenue if variances arise. The ideal candidate is motivated by a just, accessible, and culturally competent environmental movement acting in the fight against polluters and climate change, and for a cleaner future and a fair democracy for all. We are looking for an organized, innovative, ambitious leader and communicator who is goal-driven and self-motivated, with significant experience in fund development and program management to join the Chispa Arizona team.
Responsibilities:
Fund Development Strategy & Operations
Develop and implement a multi-year fund development strategy that is inclusive of diverse revenue streams. The fund development strategy should include measurable goals for revenue sustainability and growth.
Create a master calendar for implementing stewardship activities, special events, and integrated donor education activities.
Establish and execute a plan for leveraging existing organizational relationships and seeking out new supporters to identify prospects, engage potential donors, and track and steward supporters.
Research and identify prospective donors and implement a cultivation process for donor engagement.
In partnership with the Chispa AZ team, implement activities that will strengthen the organization’s culture of philanthropy.
Work closely with the Chispa AZ Operations team to forecast annual revenue goals, perform monthly revenue reconciliation, and manage donor reports to maintain accuracy and financial accountability.
Grants Management
Oversee the grants process for Chispa AZ, which includes leading on grant application drafts and submissions, post-award reporting, and stewardship for current and prospective grant-related funders, including foundations and corporations.
Research and identify prospective grants that are mission-aligned for the Chispa AZ program.
Create a grant dashboard that tracks grant application progress, submission deadlines, and report dates. Prepare reports on the dashboard, as needed.
Individual Giving & Membership
Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors. Current donor range is from $500-$50,000.
Create and implement strategies that will increase donor retention and commitment levels.
Create and implement a plan for individual donor membership levels that target low-, mid-, and major-giving levels, including online giving strategies.
Work closely with the Chispa AZ Organizing team to develop and implement a community membership program to address transitioning non-giving volunteers to monetary supporters.
Donor Related Communications
Work in partnership with the Chispa AZ Communications Director to create culturally competent stewardship materials that speak to our work, such as impact reports, issue updates, surveys, etc.
Work in partnership with the Chispa AZ Communications Director to ensure that donors are receiving integrated and appropriate messaging.
Develop and implement an annual campaign of issue-specific appeals to engage current and prospective supporters.
Travel up to 10% for donor meetings, membership engagement events, staff retreats, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – Minimum of 5 years of fund development experience, including experience managing or directing a fund development program. Proven experience with grant writing, submission, and reporting. A provable track record of significant and successful gifts and grants awards. Experience managing relationships with prospective and/or current funders. Proven demonstration of cultural competence when messaging to different audiences. Experience working in fundraising in Arizona.
Preferred – Experience with creating and managing donor membership levels. Experience messaging environmental priorities and social justice movement issues.
Skills : Demonstrated understanding of and connection to Arizona funding partners and landscape. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High ability to effectively delegate and manage processes for multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work under own initiative, as well as part of a team. Demonstrated flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence. Creative and innovative; a problem-solver and resourceful during challenging or new situations. Working knowledge of compliance issues and regulations related to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations.
Cultural Competence : Enthusiasm and commitment to amplify the voice and leadership of Latino communities in Arizona and advancing progressive issues and campaigns. Must share a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and the in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions : This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with funders and must be able to exchange accurate information. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. 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 resume and cover letter to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Development Director” in the subject line by June 19, 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 .
Individual Giving Manager
Global Arts Live
Cambridge, MA, United States
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
For over 30 years, Global Arts Live has brought exceptional global music and dance to stages across greater Boston. We invest in longstanding relationships with artists, support them with commissions, develop audiences for their work, and create connections to under-represented immigrant populations and communities of color in our region. Since inception, Global Arts Live has presented more than 800 artists from 70+ countries in over 1,500 performances attended by more than 1 million people. With an artistic vision focused on cultural diversity, many of our artistic projects express universal themes of identity, immigration, heritage, and inclusion. 70% of presented artists identify as BIPOC. Audience surveys show that our audiences roughly correlate to the Boston area population with 23% of our audiences identifying as BIPOC and 44% speaking a language other than English. We aspire to transcend borders, cultivate community, and enrich lives.
Global Arts Live is ushering in an unprecedented phase of growth and innovation centered around the launch of a new performing arts center in Kendall Square, Cambridge (2026). With the building’s design and construction funded by a real estate developer, Global Arts Live is engaged in a $15M fundraising campaign to launch and support the new performing arts center’s future operations.
JOB OVERVIEW
As the Individual Giving Manager in a recently expanded development department, you will help shape an exciting new phase of growth and innovation for the organization. Reporting to the Director of Advancement, and working with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Global Arts Live staff, you will help create new individual giving strategies for major giving and membership as well as support pipeline development for the $15M campaign for the new performing arts center.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design strategies for and implement membership campaigns, driving toward annual goals. Write, produce, and manage prospect and member communications, including direct mail, email, social media, webpages, online giving, and phone communications.
Manage individual donor stewardship activities and member benefit fulfillment, including thank you calls, donor swag, concierge ticketing service, etc.
Coordinate membership receptions and some special events, including supporting the anticipated 1st annual Gala.
Create advancement communications and fundraising materials such as email newsletters, gala invitations, and annual report.
Conduct prospect research and donor analysis to support all major gift activities.
Manage donor records in relational database, generate reports, and track, analyze, and report fundraising metrics.
Process gifts and manage acknowledgements for Global Arts Live members and donors.
Attend concerts periodically and promote membership.
Other Duties
Coordinate and track departmental expense budget.
Represent Global Arts Live at cultivation events and other interactions in community and professional forums, groups, and partner organizations.
Attend to other duties and administrative support as assigned.
DESIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Commitment to fundraising and institutional advancement in pursuit of the mission.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
Organized, attentive to details, and oriented to problem-solving.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and build a strategy to achieve a goal.
Interest in authentic work with diverse communities and cultures, and commitment to advancing anti-racism in mission delivery and the workplace.
Discretion in handling confidential information.
Passion for global or other kinds of music, dance, and the mission of Global Arts Live.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least two years of professional experience fundraising from individuals, ideally with a membership program in a nonprofit organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with a Customer Relations Management system such as Tessitura.
Experience with Donor Search or other prospect research tools, a plus.
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs, and lift 30 lbs.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with non-traditional workplace experience and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture, returning to work after a gap in employment, or ready to take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to consider your application. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your experience and what you hope to bring to this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Global Arts Live offices are located at 720 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, and concerts are currently held at different locations in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.
Work is generally performed in the office and at events, with some flexibility for working remotely.
Some night and weekend work at concert events required.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time salaried, exempt position.
$50,000-$65,000 annual salary, based upon applicant’s experience with fundraising from individual donors.
A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
TO APPLY
Application Deadline: June 9. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible since interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Please create a single pdf with your cover letter, resume, and references. (We will give you advance notice before contacting your references.) In your cover letter please mention how you heard of this opportunity.
Email the pdf to work@globalartslive.org , with “IGM” and your Last Name, First Initial, in both the email subject line and pdf name.
All applicants will receive a request from our Business Office to participate in a two-minute demographic survey, as part of our commitment to conducting an equitable hiring process. Your responses to this survey are optional, anonymous, and will only be used to assess the aggregate diversity of our candidate pool. Responses will not be shared with the hiring manager or used to consider your job application. Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all races, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, and national origins. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion .
May 09, 2023
Full time
Individual Giving Manager
Global Arts Live
Cambridge, MA, United States
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
For over 30 years, Global Arts Live has brought exceptional global music and dance to stages across greater Boston. We invest in longstanding relationships with artists, support them with commissions, develop audiences for their work, and create connections to under-represented immigrant populations and communities of color in our region. Since inception, Global Arts Live has presented more than 800 artists from 70+ countries in over 1,500 performances attended by more than 1 million people. With an artistic vision focused on cultural diversity, many of our artistic projects express universal themes of identity, immigration, heritage, and inclusion. 70% of presented artists identify as BIPOC. Audience surveys show that our audiences roughly correlate to the Boston area population with 23% of our audiences identifying as BIPOC and 44% speaking a language other than English. We aspire to transcend borders, cultivate community, and enrich lives.
Global Arts Live is ushering in an unprecedented phase of growth and innovation centered around the launch of a new performing arts center in Kendall Square, Cambridge (2026). With the building’s design and construction funded by a real estate developer, Global Arts Live is engaged in a $15M fundraising campaign to launch and support the new performing arts center’s future operations.
JOB OVERVIEW
As the Individual Giving Manager in a recently expanded development department, you will help shape an exciting new phase of growth and innovation for the organization. Reporting to the Director of Advancement, and working with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Global Arts Live staff, you will help create new individual giving strategies for major giving and membership as well as support pipeline development for the $15M campaign for the new performing arts center.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design strategies for and implement membership campaigns, driving toward annual goals. Write, produce, and manage prospect and member communications, including direct mail, email, social media, webpages, online giving, and phone communications.
Manage individual donor stewardship activities and member benefit fulfillment, including thank you calls, donor swag, concierge ticketing service, etc.
Coordinate membership receptions and some special events, including supporting the anticipated 1st annual Gala.
Create advancement communications and fundraising materials such as email newsletters, gala invitations, and annual report.
Conduct prospect research and donor analysis to support all major gift activities.
Manage donor records in relational database, generate reports, and track, analyze, and report fundraising metrics.
Process gifts and manage acknowledgements for Global Arts Live members and donors.
Attend concerts periodically and promote membership.
Other Duties
Coordinate and track departmental expense budget.
Represent Global Arts Live at cultivation events and other interactions in community and professional forums, groups, and partner organizations.
Attend to other duties and administrative support as assigned.
DESIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Commitment to fundraising and institutional advancement in pursuit of the mission.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
Organized, attentive to details, and oriented to problem-solving.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and build a strategy to achieve a goal.
Interest in authentic work with diverse communities and cultures, and commitment to advancing anti-racism in mission delivery and the workplace.
Discretion in handling confidential information.
Passion for global or other kinds of music, dance, and the mission of Global Arts Live.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least two years of professional experience fundraising from individuals, ideally with a membership program in a nonprofit organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with a Customer Relations Management system such as Tessitura.
Experience with Donor Search or other prospect research tools, a plus.
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs, and lift 30 lbs.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with non-traditional workplace experience and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture, returning to work after a gap in employment, or ready to take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to consider your application. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your experience and what you hope to bring to this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Global Arts Live offices are located at 720 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, and concerts are currently held at different locations in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.
Work is generally performed in the office and at events, with some flexibility for working remotely.
Some night and weekend work at concert events required.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time salaried, exempt position.
$50,000-$65,000 annual salary, based upon applicant’s experience with fundraising from individual donors.
A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
TO APPLY
Application Deadline: June 9. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible since interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Please create a single pdf with your cover letter, resume, and references. (We will give you advance notice before contacting your references.) In your cover letter please mention how you heard of this opportunity.
Email the pdf to work@globalartslive.org , with “IGM” and your Last Name, First Initial, in both the email subject line and pdf name.
All applicants will receive a request from our Business Office to participate in a two-minute demographic survey, as part of our commitment to conducting an equitable hiring process. Your responses to this survey are optional, anonymous, and will only be used to assess the aggregate diversity of our candidate pool. Responses will not be shared with the hiring manager or used to consider your job application. Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all races, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, and national origins. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion .