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The Organization – Point Source Youth

About Point Source Youth

Founded in 2015, Point Source Youth is a nonprofit organization working nationally to prevent and end homelessness. They help advocate for, implement, and evaluate proven, scalable, and replicable youth homelessness interventions to increase housing options for youth. The organization’s liberation-focused model trusts young people as experts in their lives and well-being.

Point Source Youth believes society is morally obligated to amass ample resources to end youth homelessness collectively. To that end, they work alongside communities and partners to uplift the power of young people, especially historically marginalized youth, including BIPOC and Queer youth.

They partner with service providers, funders, policymakers, government officials, and youth advocates nationwide to advance meaningful and affirming solutions to end youth homelessness. Their youth-centered solutions empower young people to make vital decisions that positively impact their lives. Programs and services include:

• Direct Cash Transfers: Point Source Youth provides direct cash transfers with youth-determined support to homeless youth so that they can afford necessities such as food, housing, and transportation. Point Source Youth also supports Direct Cash Transfers as Prevention, which provides youth with cash and support to prevent them from experiencing homelessness in the first place.

• Housing: The organization supports housing for homeless youth, including rapid re-housing and youth-determined host homes.

• Advocacy: Point Source Youth advocates for policies and programs that support homeless youth at the local, state, and federal levels.

• Youth Leadership: Point Source Youth works to ensure that young people with lived experience create and lead programs that end youth homelessness locally and nationally.

Point Source Youth also supports research and evaluation, partnering with leading researchers nationwide to evaluate the interventions it supports. Rooted in their belief in the power of local change, their team of regional training and technical assistance experts empower communities on the ground, working to end youth homelessness. In further support of their collective and regional approach to ending the national youth homelessness crisis, Point Source Youth convenes a National Symposium and an Innovation Summit, reaching over 1,450 registrants.

The Mission

Point Source Youth envisions a world where all young people can enjoy the right to safety, stability, and joy. They believe that youth should be trusted to direct their own lives and that leadership by and advancement of the young people most impacted by the homelessness crisis is paramount.

Organizational Highlights

Founded in: 2015

Budget: $8.4 million

Board of Directors: 11

Staff: 30

Headquarters: New York, NY

Position Overview

The Position

Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a central figure on the executive team, the new Senior Vice President, Programs will manage and lead the impactful strategy and implementation of Point Source Youth’s core interventions, which include Direct Cash Transfers, Direct Cash Transfers as Prevention, Host Homes, Rapid Re-housing, and Youth Leadership. With a focus on scaling programs, improving systems, and building culture, the new SVP will take responsibility for a portfolio of programs that locate power in the hands of youth at risk of experiencing homelessness. The position will lead the continued growth of the organization’s programs to achieve its ambitious mission; effectively scaling the organization’s program expansion to make youth homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring for 4.2 million young people in 50 states. The key responsibilities of this position include:

Executive Leadership

• Lead in creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization built on a foundation of transparency and collaboration.

• Take responsibility for managing a large, skilled, and ambitious team of leaders experienced in ending youth homelessness.

• Assess gaps in systems, procedures, and policies and foster a sustainable infrastructure that drives success.

• Actively collaborate with PSY’s development team to review programs and determine the alignment of funding and partnerships to support the expansion of Direct Cash Transfers, Direct Cash Transfers as Prevention, Host Homes, Rapid Re-housing, and Youth Leadership as well as our growing youth homelessness prevention work.

• Launch and manage opportunities for staff to learn and develop, including professional and leadership development trainings and workshops.

• Model behavior and share practices that support organizational collaboration and enhance accountability.

• Contribute executive-level strategies that support program staff members’ roles in community engagement.

• Ensure that the Programs Team supports and meets the organization’s revenue goals.

• Work to communicate the impact of the programs to funders and to secure additional funding for the organization’s program work.

Strategy & Vision

• Serve as the lead thought partner with the Executive Director on strategies that scale PSY’s programs and create sustainability.

• Effectively scale the organization’s program expansion to achieve its mission of making youth homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring for 4.2 million young people in 50 states.

• Develop complex and effective strategies to meet program goals established by the Executive Director.

• Work collaboratively across PSY’s senior leadership team to ensure programs are aligned with the organization’s budget, funding requirements, and operational goals.

• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to strengthen existing relationships with foundations, donors, and government agencies and source new funding opportunities.

• Lead national and local collaborations with allied stakeholders across social justice, housing, and homelessness movements.

• Collaborate with PSY’s leadership team to create and promote communications based on program success that amplify and expand impact.

• Strategize and support the continued growth of the organization’s conferences and convenings, handbooks and webinars, and training and technical assistance materials.

• Grow and strategize the continued expansive role of young people and youth leadership in the organization’s work, interventions, partnerships, and collaborations.

• Represent the organization on appropriate regional and national committees, attending governing board meetings, workshops, and conferences relevant to the LGBTQ+ community, including the CoC Advisory Board and Homeless Youth Task Force, MHSA Steering Committee, Equity Committees, HIV/AIDS Prevention Council, and others.

Evaluation & Operations

• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to create and manage an annual program budget.

• Establish a performance management system for PSY’s programs to ensure data analysis, and report on programmatic and budgetary progress.

• Establish benchmarks and metrics that improve performance standards for staff aligned with program budgets.

• Develop a process to better evaluate and review staff performance.

• Coach and support program staff to meet goals, outcomes, and impact more effectively.

• Partner with the executive team to develop a narrative on program success and impact.

• Develop and maintain department-specific policies, procedures, and training protocols to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, organizational priorities, and funding guidelines.

• Lead the organization’s research strategy with research partners to create an effective evidence base of program success.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned program management leader interested in progressing and scaling a radically transformative approach to ending youth homelessness.

Position Overview

Senior Vice President, Programs

Reports to: Executive Director

Leads: A team of 18

Oversees: VP, Communications Operations; VP, Technical Assistance; VP, Direct Cash Transfers

Manages: $3M budget

Lives: Anywhere in the United States

Professional Requirements

The new SVP, Programs will manage a large team of leaders who design, manage, and advocate for PSY’s programs. The SVP will be a savvy and strategic leader with outstanding interpersonal, critical decision-making, analytical, and project management skills. Success in this role depends on the new SVP’s ability to model and coach accountability. The leader will be skilled and committed to the continued growth of the organization’s programs to achieve its ambitious mission. The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Extensive proven experience managing, growing, leading, and supporting large and impactful teams at the national level.

• Proven commitment in leading programs that place power and resources in the hands of young people.

• Demonstrated ability to apply an intersectional and anti-racist lens to all work that lifts up and centers Black, Indigenous, People of Color, non-binary, trans youth, and LGBTQ+ youth.

• Extensive housing experience.

• Experience in the youth homelessness and allied justice movement spaces, with relevant lived experience prioritized.

• Deep understanding of direct cash transfers as housing and prevention and the skills to lead DCT programs as a solution to end youth homelessness.

• Exceptional leadership skills, including a background in managing, developing, and coaching large remote teams.

• Superb communication skills, including the ability to understand government contracts and program deliverables.

• Background developing, managing, tracking, and forecasting program budgets.

• Knowledge of HUD, CoC, RHY Act, and healthcare funding models and contract reporting requirements.

• Previous experience leading and implementing performance management systems.

• An extensive background in managing, analyzing, and communicating data.

• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, follow-up, and time management skills.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with PSY’s Youth Advisory Council to ensure that authentic youth engagement is at the forefront of the organization’s work.

• Broad and deep networks with leaders in homeless services nationally, regionally, and locally.

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at the national, state and city level.

• Skill and proven ability to grow revenue for a rapidly expanding team.

Essential Qualities

The SVP, Programs will be an intelligent, personable, and process-oriented leader with exceptional project management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. They will have an unwavering passion for Point Source Youth’s mission of putting power and resources in the hands of young people.

Personal Characteristics

The ideal candidate will be a creative, flexible, and collaborative leader who is energized working in a rapid growth, fast-paced environment. They will thrive in PSY’s mission-oriented culture and have the vision and skills to increase the organization’s program impact. The new SVP will approach management as a mentor and coach and lead by example to create a culture of transparency and accountability. The successful candidate will bring the following qualities:

• Passion for Point Source Youth’s mission of putting power and resources in the hands of young people.

• Deep understanding of and commitment to social justice frameworks, including anti-racism, economic justice, and gender and LGBTQ equity.

• Ability to develop meaningful connections to diverse populations, including unhoused youth, intergenerational staff, coalition leaders, and donors.

• Belief in PSY’s unique approach to ending youth homelessness.

• Ability to devise and execute strategies, including for a vision and goals that may not be your own.

• An energetic and relational leader able to develop success with an intergenerational and skilled team.

• Strong ability to coach and train others toward successful outcomes in real time.

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to apply this skill to PSY’s programs and operations.

• Flexibility to, on occasion, to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours.

• Ability to travel and work effectively in various geographic, political, and cultural settings.

Compensation

The targeted annual salary range for this position is $170,000 – $195,000, commensurate with the selected candidate’s lived and professional experience and qualifications. Point Source Youth provides an excellent benefits package, including 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance and a fully funded Healthcare Spending Account equal to the annual deductible. Point Source Youth also provides a 401(k) with a 4% match and a $300 monthly allowance for a home office and self-care. In addition to a generous PTO policy and holiday schedule, the Point Source Youth offices are closed for two weeks in July and three weeks in December.

Location

Point Source Youth is a fully remote organization. The SVP, Programs can work from anywhere in the United States.

Contact

Please submit a résumé and original cover letter that describes your interest in the organization’s mission and qualifications through the application portal on our website at https://apptrkr.com/5185137.

Bryan Epps, Search Consultant

McCormack + Kristel

1740 Broadway, 15th Floor

New York, NY 10019

Phone: 212.531.5003 | Fax: 212.203.9599

Email: search@mccormackkristel.com

Website: www.mccormackkristel.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

Individuals who are LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, disabled, system-impacted, immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.

EOE Statement

McCormack + Kristel works only with equal-opportunity employers. Point Source Youth does not discriminate in any of its employment policies or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Organization – Association of Corporate Citizenship (ACCP)

ACCP is an inclusive member-driven community of CSR & ESG professionals from 250+ purpose-driven companies. We advance the practice of corporate social impact by fostering a vibrant peer network, providing practical guidance, and offering real-world solutions that drive change in companies and communities. If you are looking to make a difference in the world and work with a small and dynamic team, join us at ACCP!

Position Overview

The Director, CSR Learning Programs is a subject-matter expert who leads key education programs, represents ACCP externally, and supports the content needs of our members. The individual brings knowledge of corporate social impact to ACCP and stays abreast of relevant trends and topics of interest to the field. To drive our strategic pillar of advancing CSR knowledge and practice, this position oversees ACCP’s Annual Conference, develops strategy and content for a portfolio of learning programs, supports annual content priorities, and builds/implements customized training. The position has one direct report and travels ~5-8 times per year. ACCP cares deeply about racial equity and justice and expects the Director, CSR Learning Programs to incorporate this into all facets of their work.

Projects that the candidate would tackle within the first six months could include:

• Facilitate sessions and assist speakers with final preparation before ACCP’s Annual Conference in September, including any final content curation needs (role will eventually lead and manage Conference in future).
• Serve as the manager/supervisor to ACCP’s Events Coordinator who leads registration and logistics for all events, including Conference.
• Finalize strategy and learning objectives while securing speakers and outlining panels for the Impact Measurement Summit, taking place in December.
• Serve as Expert for ACCP Assist by responding to elevated questions, research and benchmarking requests that need a higher level of expertise.
• Oversee ACCP’s new customized training program and deliver content, while supporting the CEO and other leaders in preparing content for external delivery.
• Consult and contribute to CSR-related content development in ACCP’s Career Development portfolio (including two new programs in development in 2024).
• Help develop annual content priorities and the annual content calendar for 2025, in partnership with the VP, Content and Learning.
• Supports the ACCP Program Committee.

 A detailed job description will be shared with candidates during the hiring process.

The candidate we are seeking…

• 8-10 years of experience in or exposure to the CSR field (CSR, ESG, Nonprofit experience, Social Impact work, Public Affairs, etc.), or a combination of experience and related education. Minimum of 5 years inside a corporation focused on social impact preferred.
• Leadership: Ability to motivate teams, peers, and colleagues to achieve shared goals with or without direct management oversight. Data-based decision-making skills and confidence to take responsibility for results.
• Creative and Strategic Thinking: Understands complex concepts related to community impact and influencing change; ability to simplify and explain these concepts to a broad audience of stakeholders. Makes connections between ideas, amongst people, and from concepts to actions that drive work forward. Ability to assess and act on data from various sources.
• Customer Service and Relationship Building: Strong relationship-building and empathy skills, able to work well with internal and external stakeholders, learn the unique experience of CSR professionals, and help guide their progress.
• Public Speaking: Able to capture the attention of an audience of interested stakeholders. Can confidently articulate information and messages to a large audience, share the stage with other panelists, and think quickly to respond to questions or challenges from the audience.  Skilled facilitator of group discussions who can create an environment of mutual learning by encouraging contributions from attendees.
• Program Design: Experience with program design including building timelines, identifying and managing to key milestones, moving from strategy to implementation, managing budget, and creating learning outcomes.
• Written Communication: Comfortable and skilled communicator in a variety of formats, including experience writing. Proven writing skills using clear, concise language with the ability to eliminate jargon, careful editing, and proofreading.
• Influence and Adaptability: Independent performer who demonstrates ownership of projects, anticipates needs, delegates work as appropriate, and can manage multiple programs and priorities. Manages across and up without positional authority. Proven problem-solving skills, able to quickly respond to changing needs.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom Webinar and Zoom Meeting. Salesforce, Nimble, Higher Logic, Association Management System, and/or Event Registration System experience a plus.
• Values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.  Demonstrates respect and appreciation for colleagues and stakeholders with diverse demographic and cultural backgrounds and practices.Compensation Range: $90k-100k annually, based on skills and experience.

How to Apply

Apply on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3888069506 

The Organization – Grantmakers for Effective Organizations

Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) is a community of funders committed to transforming philanthropic culture and practice by connecting members to the resources and relationships needed to support thriving nonprofits and communities. We envision courageous grantmakers working in service of nonprofits and communities to create a just, connected and inclusive society where we can all thrive. With more than 6,000 grantmakers who belong to philanthropic organizations of all sizes and types across the globe, we work to lift up the grantmaking practices that matter most to nonprofits and that truly improve philanthropic practice. To learn more about how GEO is making faster progress possible, visit www.geofunders.org.

Position Overview

The Program Manager, Partnerships works as part of the program team to cultivate partnerships and deliver impactful GEO programming. The program manager is a strong project manager who values relationships, process and results as critical components of any project, keeps up with and incorporates new ideas from the field, is excited by the opportunity to connect with members, understand their questions/challenges and connect them to other members/partners/resources. They are skilled at facilitating and engaging groups of different sizes across different organizational roles and types. They bring a collaborative and learning mindset to the work and are committed to providing excellent support to the GEO community, members, and other stakeholders.

They are a committed relationship building, both with external stakeholders and partners as well as with GEO staff. As a key owner of specific projects, the program manager supports work with multiple stakeholders to strengthen and execute impactful offerings. The Program Manager reports to the Director of Programs (content delivery and PSO partnerships). This position involves up to 20% travel.

Classification

GEO recognizes a staff bargaining unit, 1199SEIU, affiliated with the United Healthcare Workers East. This position is included in GEO’s bargaining unit. Specific employment terms are subject to collective bargaining.

When working in this role you will:

• Work closely with Director of Programs (content delivery and PSO partnerships) to explore how community building and advancing racial equity work with partners can be integrated into new and existing programming.

• Develop and maintain programmatic partnerships with philanthropic serving organizations (PSOs) and other strategic partners.

• Develop and manage infrastructure for partnerships including communication with partners, partnership documents, internal cross-team coordination, and knowledge management.

• Research and analyze prospective partnerships that can advance GEO’s mission and strategic direction, considering elements such as audience, geography, cross-sector collaboration, and overall reach.

• Serve as a leader to use strategic partnership with PSOs and other partners to supplement our program offerings and work to build collective programs in the field.

• Serve as project manager for field presence engagements and co-created partner programming.

• As part of the peer learning team, develop, deliver and facilitate webinars, member calls, remote learning series, speaking engagements and workshops, including speaker identification and preparation, session design and content, logistics, meeting coordination and follow up.

• Collaborate with program manager, content delivery, to inform program development through a lens of partnerships and field presence.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in programming and partnership management, or a combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position. (6 years of relevant experience preferred)

• 3 years of experience working within a philanthropic serving organization or similar organization that convenes and educates funders and grantmaking professionals.

• Experience applying knowledge of philanthropic sector and racial equity strategies in the U.S. philanthropic sector to the development of educational programming and/or partnership management.

• Strong writing, editing, strategic thinking, project managing, and researching skills.

• Proven track record of successful task prioritization and execution, and deft management.

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, external stakeholders, partners and vendors.

• Ability to think and problem-solve creatively and proactively.

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills.

• High degree of personal integrity, ethics and demonstrated respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and willingness to live into GEO’s values and ways of being.

• Passion for GEO’s mission and vision to improve philanthropic culture and practice.

Compensation and Benefits
GEO offers a competitive salary ($78k-$97k). The starting salary is based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. To counter pay inequity and uphold internal parity, we use a nonnegotiable starting salary system, while benchmarking our pay to competitive markets.

GEO’s generous benefits package includes: 100 percent employer paid health/dental/vision insurance; three weeks of vacation; office closure for federal holidays as well as a one-week summer break, summer Fridays and the last two weeks of the year; twelve sick days, two personal days, one volunteer day; a seven percent employer retirement contribution; sabbaticals every three years of service; wellness benefits; telecommunications reimbursement; transportation benefits; a commitment to professional development and growth including annual funding for professional development; along with a Metro accessible office location in downtown D.C.

Location: DC-area strongly preferred.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please email hr@geofunders.org.

Grantmakers for Effective Organizations is an equal opportunity employer. GEO is committed to equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation and disciplinary action with regard to the terms and conditions of employment. GEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation or any other legally protected characteristic.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply on our jobs page at https://www.geofunders.org/about-us/jobs.  A resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position.

In your cover letter, please address the following:

• Why are you a good fit for this position?

• What can you share about cultivating and managing partnerships with other organizations?

• What appeals to you about working at GEO?

We will accept applications until the position is filled.

Note:  Majority of the hiring process will be conducted virtually; however, with advance notice, candidates may be asked to participate in-person interviews.

The Organization – Grantmakers for Effective Organizations
Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) is a community of funders committed to transforming philanthropic culture and practice by connecting members to the resources and relationships needed to support thriving nonprofits and communities. We envision courageous grantmakers working in service of nonprofits and communities to create a just, connected and inclusive society where we can all thrive. With more than 6,000 grantmakers who belong to philanthropic organizations of all sizes and types across the globe, we work to lift up the grantmaking practices that matter most to nonprofits and that truly improve philanthropic practice. To learn more about how GEO is making faster progress possible, visit www.geofunders.org.

Position Overview
The Program Development Manager is part of the program team, leading development and delivery of high-quality peer learning and programs related to GEO content. The program manager is a strong project manager who values relationships, process and results as critical components of any project, keeps up with and incorporates new ideas from the philanthropic sector, and is excited by the opportunity to create programming that supports grantmakers in implementing equitable and effective grantmaking practices and culture within their organizations. They are skilled at creating comprehensive curriculum and learning modules for adult learners that convert GEO content into actionable learning opportunities to be applied to the learners’ work in alignment with GEO’s mission, vision and strategic direction. The Program Manager is a skilled facilitator who is able to deliver engaging content, craft exercises and activities that allow participants to apply it to their work and engage participants in meaningful dialogue and reflection.

They are committed to relationship building, both with external stakeholders (such as GEO members, other grantmakers and partners) as well as GEO staff. As a key owner of specific projects, the program manager supports work with multiple stakeholders to strengthen and execute impactful offerings. This position reports to the Director of Programs. This position involves up to 10-15% travel.

Classification
GEO recognizes a staff bargaining unit, 1199SEIU, affiliated with the United Healthcare Workers East. This position is included in GEO’s bargaining unit. Specific employment terms are subject to collective bargaining.

When working in this role you will:
• Serve as lead project manager for content delivery engagements including, but not limited to, GEO content-driven peer learning such as workshops, conference sessions, remote learning series and other newly developed programming.
• Manage GEO content-based programs from design to delivery, including developing curriculum and facilitation plans based on GEO content resources and managing program launch logistics, speaker identification and preparation, session design, meeting coordination and follow up.
• Lead efforts to revise programming and curriculum to align with GEO’s strategic direction and center principles of intersectional racial equity into GEO content programming and facilitation practices.
• Collaborate with program manager of content development to coordinate development of programs and learning opportunities based on new GEO content as it is being developed.
• Develop multi-media learning tools such as on-demand learning methods based on GEO content.
• Onboard GEO staff into new curriculum and facilitation plans for GEO programming to support facilitation and delivery across programs.
• Use principles of adult education and peer learning to ensure rich content and creative learning experiences tailored for increased knowledge of and change to grantmaking practice.
• Serve as a presenter and facilitator to deliver content to GEO members and nonmembers at conferences, workshops, webinars and other events. In addition, attend select events on GEO’s behalf.
• Manage development of GEO-curated conference programming such as plenary or short talk sessions, from development of session concepts to speaker recruitment and planning calls.

Minimum Qualifications
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in program development and facilitation, or a combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties for this position. (8 years of relevant experience preferred)
• Proven content development and delivery experience, including creating actionable learning sessions or programs and facilitation plans for learning opportunities such as workshops, webinars, speaking engagements, and training seminars based on existing content.
• 3 years of experience working within a philanthropic serving organization or similar organization that convenes and educates funders and grantmaking professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to curate content, build curriculum, and create presentation/workshop materials that support adult learners.
• Experience creating and facilitating programming centered in racial equity with a strong understanding of intersectional racial equity.
• Skilled facilitator who brings their personal energy and enthusiasm into content delivery and facilitation.
• Proven project management experience, including attention to detail, ability to support multiple projects simultaneously on deadline, and navigate alignment to broader organization priorities and strategy.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills with a commitment to relationship building.
• Ability to build and strengthen relationships within the philanthropic sector.
• High degree of personal integrity, ethics and demonstrated respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and willingness to live into GEO’s values and ways of being.
• Passion for GEO’s mission and vision to improve philanthropic culture and practice.
Compensation and Benefits
GEO offers a competitive salary ($78k-$97k). The starting salary is based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. To counter pay inequity and uphold internal parity, we use a nonnegotiable starting salary system, while benchmarking our pay to competitive markets.

GEO’s generous benefits package includes: 100 percent employer paid health/dental/vision insurance; three weeks of vacation; office closure for federal holidays as well as a one-week summer break, summer Fridays and the last two weeks of the year; twelve sick days, two personal days, one volunteer day; a seven percent employer retirement contribution; sabbaticals every three years of service; wellness benefits; telecommunications reimbursement; transportation benefits; a commitment to professional development and growth including annual funding for professional development; along with a Metro accessible office location in downtown D.C.

Location: DC-area strongly preferred.

If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please email hr@geofunders.org.

Grantmakers for Effective Organizations is an equal opportunity employer. GEO is committed to equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation and disciplinary action with regard to the terms and conditions of employment. GEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation or any other legally protected characteristic.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply on our jobs page at https://www.geofunders.org/about-us/jobs. A resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position. In your cover letter, please address the following:
• Why are you a good fit for this position?
• Tell us about your experience developing programming or learning experiences based on specific content that supports learners to apply what they learn to their work.
• What appeals to you about working at GEO?

We will accept applications until the position is filled.

Note: Majority of the hiring process will be conducted virtually; however, with advance notice, candidates may be asked to participate in-person interviews.

The Organization – Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation’s top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Occupational Summary:

The Program Director of Strategic Events reports directly to the Senior Director of Strategic Events in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA). This position will create, plan, coordinate, and implement assigned events to support two offices: the Executive Vice President of Health Affairs/School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), and DHDAA. This person will need to possess expertise in supporting both high-level academic and development programs and audiences. Priorities of the EVP/Dean of the Duke University School of Medicine may include internal events such as Town Halls, Research Week, and the State of the School. DHDAA events and programs will focus on the cultivation, engagement, and stewardship of donors, alumni, students, faculty, and employees.

Executive Vice President Health Affairs / Dean SOM Event Planning (40%)

Develop, plan, and coordinate special and varied off-site and campus events hosted by the Executive Vice President for Health Affairs and School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), consistent with the strategic focus and image of Duke Health; organize and manage on-site execution of events with other departments to ensure that activities run smoothly and follow appropriate protocol.

Work Preformed:

Develop, plan, and implement the program of events, including in-person, hybrid, and virtual, for the School of Medicine and Duke Health including, but not limited to dinners, conferences, symposia, Town Hall meetings, HR recognition events, and special entertainment programs; conceptualize and recommend scheduling of events as appropriate; plan and coordinate details of special events hosted to include selecting entertainment, venue, menu, seating arrangements, and program flow based on event objective or theme; work independently for smaller events or as a member of a team for larger events.

Assist Schools and Departments as requested by EVP/Dean with planning and implementation of various special events ranging from giving advice to support host preferences, to planning the entire event.

Negotiate and secure contracts with multiple vendors. Direct vendors and other contracted staff to execute events hosted by the EVP/Dean.

Lead and manage all aspects of special awards ceremony, including coordination of the application process and selection of awardee, if needed, event planning, coordination of audiovisual support and budget oversight.

Create, maintain, and monitor inventories of unused event supplies. Update supervisor regularly.

Serve as the principal contact with high-level invitees and other leaders from Duke University, community, businesses, etc., when organizing events.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs Event Planning (40%)

Facilitate event planning across DHDAA and work closely with the leadership and executive management team of partnering units such as the School of Medicine (SOM), School of Nursing (SON), Duke Cancer Institute, and Duke Children’s.

Work Performed

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Strategic Events, participate in planning and managing event preparation before, during, and after events.

Participate in planning organizational development and recognition activities in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs as assigned.

Work independently to develop and manage assigned local and potential regional events for the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Duke Cancer and Children’s, and the Duke University Health System. Events can include educational programs, recognition dinners, regional outreach programs, foundation site visits, donor stewardship tours/visits, salon events, development volunteer board meetings, and faculty recognition events.

Partner with DHDAA team members to formulate event objectives and messaging and develop creative events to meet these goals.

Select and work with vendors, such as hotels, restaurants, caterers, decorators, florists, etc. Develop menus and oversee the creation of the decor for the style/setting for the event.

Maintain electronic filing system of all Strategic Events materials.

Travel to venues to conduct site visits as appropriate and coordinate events.

Select and collaborate with caterers, entertainment, and event décor vendors to create event experiences that reflect the university and departmental standards and event goals.

Develop and execute, if necessary, contingency plans for emergency or severe weather situations.

Determine and coordinate staffing needs for event execution.

Serve as a proficient Cvent user including building event webpages, registration pathways, attendee emails and managing RSVP’s for events as needed.

Select, arrange, and support event technology needed for live, virtual, and hybrid events, whether staffing event execution internally or in partnership with audiovisual production vendors, including meetings and webinars on platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, ON24, etc.

Liaise with leadership, speakers, staff partners, guests, and vendors at events.

Trouble-shoot operational issues related to events and exercise independent judgment to accommodate and/or resolve constituent concerns.

Represent the Strategic Events team collaboratively and professionally with events colleagues when called upon for consultation and expertise.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Event Communication (15%)

Plan and coordinate arrangements for special functions including the creation, management, and tracking of invitations and responses.

Research and prepare background information and/or introductory remarks for special events and/or coordinate the preparation of such with the SOM Comms Team as appropriate.

When appropriate, supervise and direct the coordination of event mailings including reviewing mailing lists for accuracy and providing updated information to the data team.

Organize and facilitate meetings throughout the event planning process to discover, develop, and communicate event logistics.

Communicate all logistics and background in written form with event plans and briefings for participating staff, speakers, event partners, vendors, and hosts.

Coordinate with the DHDAA Advancement Digital Platforms Manager on digital and print designs as needed.

Financial Management (5%)

Develop budgets for events and manage expenses to ensure adherence to the approved budget. Escalate budget concerns proactively and present alternatives to stay within budget. Prepare and submit expense reports while regularly monitoring the expenses related to all events. Coordinate budget management with the SOM Finance Office and DHDAA as appropriate.

Represent the School of Medicine Dean’s Office and Development Office in negotiations regarding arrangements for such events.

Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.

Determine fiscal requirements for assigned events; monitor, verify, and reconcile expenditure of budgeted funds.

Ensure all expenses are paid on time.

Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions; participate in short and long-range planning for assigned events.

Education/Training

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program.

Experience

Work requires three years’ experience in alumni affairs, public relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing, student activities or a related field.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Department Preferences/Skills:

Minimum of three years of experience with planning creative, strategic events and working with high-level leadership.

Experience in managing complex, sophisticated event programs.

Ability to prepare and support high-level leadership and use discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information.

Skilled in evaluating projects and events, summarizing findings, communicating results, and developing action plans and event timelines.

Experience with event and RSVP management platforms, such as Cvent, Qualtrics, Smartsheet, or similar.

Experience with digital event platforms such as Zoom (meetings and webinars), WebEx, ON24, and similar.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to think and act strategically.

Ability to manage simultaneous projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program.

Experience

Work requires three years experience in alumni affairs, public OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing, student activities or a related field.

How to Apply

https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/242685/

The Organization – The Council on Foundations

The Council on Foundations is a nonprofit membership association that serves as a guide for philanthropies as they advance the greater good. Building on our 75-year history, the Council supports over 850 member organizations in the United States and around the world to build trust in philanthropy, expand pathways to giving, engage broader perspectives, and co-create solutions that will lead to a better future for all.

Position Overview:

Note: This job is primarily remote, with up to 25% travel required. Starting salary range of $74,500-$83,200. Salary range is based on Washington, D.C./DMV area. Compensation will be adjusted for other geographic locations. A resume and cover letter is required for consideration. In your cover letter please indicate why you are applying for the job and why you believe you are a good fit. 

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Management & Program Implementation

• Serve as lead internal project manager for the Council’s global program.
• Regularly convene and engage internal stakeholders across departments to ensure coordination and alignment of the global program.
• Lead internal communications activities related to the global program.
• Provide administrative support to VP, Membership Development & Finance for global calls, meetings, events, and support on global-related contracts and vendors.
• Lead on tracking all key performance indicators and other performance data related to the global program.
• Maintain internal knowledge management systems for the global program (including via SharePoint, Salesforce, and Teams).

Content and Relationships

• Lead oversight and maintenance of Council webpages about the Councils global program.
• Support the Director, Engagement with global issue research, content creation, and regular newsletters.
• Develop an understanding of leading US foundations and overall sector trends in global grantmaking.
• Support the Council’s Development team with resource mobilization for the global program, including funder prospecting, proposal development, and grant reporting.
• Support the Council’s relationships and engagement with peer global philanthropy networks in the US and abroad.
• Serve as the internal point of contact for non-US members of the Council, providing support for requests for information, introductions, and/or requested philanthropic resources.

Events and Logistics

• Support the implementation of all global activities, including those led by other internal teams – such as policy and advocacy efforts, publications, training, webinars, and peer events.
• Support the implementation of in-person events alongside the Council’s Programs Team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working on international issues, global philanthropy, and/or global civil society.  An undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred, but not required.

• Lived experience outside the US is preferred.
• Direct experience working at a grantmaking organization is preferred.

POSITION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent project management experience, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience facilitating meetings and designing virtual or in-person programs.
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Prior experience supporting publications or producing organizational web content preferred.
• Ability to spot trends, gather and analyze insights from networks, and translate that information into opportunities that support the Councils’ mission.

GENERAL COMPETENCIES (REQUIRED OF ALL STAFF):

• Ability to actively engage in, demonstrate commitment to the Council’s Operating Principles and Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to listen well, and positively represent the organization and its mission.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and solve problems efficiently and quickly.
• Ability to manage many and/or differing tasks, maintain productivity, and successfully meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and positively both independently and on a team with a range of individuals and working styles, and with people at all organization levels including staff, board members, foundation officers, donors, and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with a broad range of diverse groups, including with geographically diverse partners.
• Experience or ability to use CRM database solutions, preferably Salesforce.
• Proficient skill in Microsoft Office 365 applications.

OPERATING PRINCIPLES, PLUS EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The Council’s operating principles and race, equity, diversity, and inclusion (REDI)commitments exist to guide how staff interact with and treat one another, members, vendors, and the philanthropic sector.  Staff are expected to consistently demonstrate the principles, and actively support commitments to building an inclusive culture.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and possibly internationally, including overnight trips.

How to Apply

Please follow this URL to apply on the COF website: https://apply.workable.com/council-on-foundations/ and to learn more about our Heatlh and Wellness benefits.

The Organization – Northwest Area Foundation

The Northwest Area Foundation (NWAF) is a private foundation established in 1934 by Louis W. Hill, son of the railroad entrepreneur James J. Hill, whose Great Northern Railway linked the Twin Cities of Minnesota to the emerging cities of the Pacific Northwest, Seattle, and Portland, OR. Currently, its assets are near $500MM, annual budget is around $25MM, and its staff consists of 20+ people. NWAF’s values represent not just who the Foundation is, but who it aspires to be, in decisions both big and small. The six organizational values are: Social Justice, Grantees Come First, Trust, Listen and Learn for Change, Heart, and Courage. The Foundation is committed to hiring individuals who contribute to a richly diverse workplace. Hiring decisions are guided by the Foundation’s commitment to support grantees, who work to build the entrepreneurial spirit, strong community ties, and untapped potential for Native Americans, communities of color, immigrants, refugees, and people in rural areas, all of which experience systemic barriers to thriving on their own terms.

Position Overview

The Northwest Area Foundation (NWAF) stands alongside changemakers in its region of eight states and 76 Native nations and funds work that leads to racial, social, and economic justice. Its region includes Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Oregon. The Foundation’s driving vision is that the people of its priority communities—including Native Americans, communities of color, immigrants, refugees, and people in rural areas—thrive on their own terms. A key motivation is a vision of a future in which the region’s rich culture of engagement and opportunity makes the eight-state region a prized place to visit, to invest, and live.

As we all emerge changed from the recent and ongoing crises—a pandemic, economic turmoil, the upsurge for racial justice in the wake of the murder of George Floyd, and mounting pressures on NWAF’s priority communities—the Foundation continues to deepen its commitment to supporting grantee-led change. Internally, it’s made measurable progress to strengthen equity-centered systems designed to support a deeply engaged staff and build an inclusive culture and belonging. At this critical juncture in time, the Foundation seeks two Program Officers to join the program team led by Karla Miller, the Foundation’s Program Director. Program Officers are the Foundation’s primary relationship-holder with grantee partners seeking to reimagine and restructure unjust systems.

This position is hybrid with in-person office time required at least two days a week specifically on Wednesdays and Thursdays for collaborative time with colleagues. Foundation staff may work from home or other work-friendly environments, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE PROGRAM OFFICER

As the primary relationship-holder with grantee partners, Program Officers (POs) work in close collaboration with other program staff, particularly the Program Director, on all aspects of the Foundation’s grantmaking and program-related investments, including both day-to-day operations and broader strategy development. More specifically, the POs contribute to programmatic ideas and participate actively in grantmaking and program-related investments (PRIs) by seeking, recommending, and managing grants and PRIs that support communities to thrive on their own terms. POs engage in this work in the following ways:

Deploy Foundation resources in mission-supportive ways.

• Participate in the program team’s annual goal-setting process.
• Contribute to annual discussions about how and what the Foundation will fund, e.g., determining the focus of “targeted initiatives” that form the basis for a portion of the Foundation’s annual grantmaking output.
• Conduct outreach and networking to find organizations that are aligned with the Foundation’s goals and mission and could be grantee partners. This also includes listening to organizations and responding to funding inquiries. Outreach and networking often require travel within NWAF’s eight-state region.
• Based on grantee applications, POs put together written materials and verbal presentations for Foundation leadership, provide analysis for the Board, and offer recommendations for funding decisions.
• Conduct outreach and networking with other funders to advocate for opportunities for grantee impact while also fostering learning and sharing about more just, equitable funding practices.

Partner with grantees to reimagine and restructure unjust systems.

• Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective grantee partners. The nature of the relationship varies from grantee to grantee, but in general POs can expect to enter these relationships with candidness, curiosity, and trust.
• Partner with grant applicants on all aspects of the proposal process. This includes supporting applicants in developing realistic proposals that are aligned with strategic funding priorities, within the scope of the program grantmaking budget, and within applicants’ capacity to deliver.
• Serve as primary contact for a set of the Foundation’s 100+ active grants for the duration of their grants / investments. This involves staying connected to grantees’ work, having regular touchpoints via video/phone calls or in-person visits, reviewing grant reports, and providing thought partnership to grantees.
• Offer non-monetary support to grantees, including thought partnership, advocating or championing grantee partners’ work to funders and others in the community, sharing tools or resources, and connecting them to others doing similar work.
• Co-create opportunities to learn alongside partners. This involves identifying learning opportunities that support justice and systems change, and managing contracts with external consultants (e.g., researchers or evaluators) to carry out the work.
• Incorporate grantee feedback into the Foundation’s internal processes and its strategy.

Support partners via the full suite of NWAF tools.

• Manage PRIs (directly or indirectly with CDFI partners), which involves having upfront conversations with potential borrowers to determine if a PRI is the right tool for their organization’s needs.
• Support ongoing investment monitoring:  how the investments have been used by the organization, their community impact, and ongoing financial health of the organization. PRI monitoring is done in partnership with NWAF’s finance team, partner CDFIs, and/or partner foundations.
• Share grantee work and the program team’s perspective and experiences by writing blogs for the NWAF website, in collaboration with the Program Director and the Communications Director.
• Provide capacity-building support by designing and hosting convenings that focus on building skills and knowledge, and connecting organizations to each other and resources.

Support Foundation processes.

• Prepare and present reports for Foundation leadership and Board members, in partnership with program team colleagues.
• Participate in Foundation-wide workgroups or task forces (e.g., Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Steering Committee) and other cross-Foundation projects, as needed.
• Keep apprised of community context. Keep up to date on what’s happening in priority communities. Note trends in social justice movements and the nonprofit sectors, etc.
• Network with nonprofits and fellow funders to stay updated on community needs, expand networks of potential grantee partners, and deepen understanding of the Foundation’s region.
• Represent NWAF at events, e.g., attending conferences, participating on panels, attending local events, and participating in or joining webinars.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have an active curiosity and passion for NWAF’s mission and values and for working with partners that seek to reimagine and restructure systems. Successful candidates will be collaborative, positive, and able to deal well with ambiguity and change. They will be adept at building relationships and able to respond to issues with clarity and diplomacy. The ideal candidate may or may not have philanthropy experience as other types of professional experience, such as working across functional areas at a nonprofit organization or a community development corporation, can offer skills that are transferable to this role.

The ideal candidate will possess many, but most likely not all, of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:

• A minimum of seven years’ experience in the nonprofit, philanthropic, public, or private sector, working toward economic, social, and/or racial justice, preferably within NWAF’s region and with priority communities.
• Post-secondary degree (preferred), but individuals with lived and/or professional experience related to the core functions of this opportunity are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Lived or work experience with one or more of the Foundation’s priority communities (Native Americans, communities of color, immigrants, refugees, and people in rural areas).
• Experience building relationships with a variety of people, including experience creating welcoming and inviting spaces for dialogue, showing respect and solidarity with the work people are doing, and ability to inspire trust and nurture authentic partnerships. Brings an orientation of listening to learn, and asks organizations about their vision for the future, their aspirations, and how they incorporate justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion into their work.
• Understanding of / experience incorporating equity and justice into the workplace, and in relationships with community partners. A deep commitment to supporting and uplifting the expertise of priority communities and addressing structural bias.
• Proven commitment to racial, economic, and social justice. Ability to seek input from and value the uniqueness of people from different groups and identities. Works effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds. Challenges practices or policies that may be exclusionary.
• Understanding of mission-oriented and nonprofit organizations, including the ability to analyze organizational strategic plans, evaluation reports, financial statements, and organizational budgets associated with grant applications.
• Experience communicating to various audiences, e.g., including making small group and public presentations, and producing clear and compelling written documents. Experience with storytelling, including the ability to share the story of the Foundation’s and partners’ work in ways that speak to various audiences, while making sure the humanity of the work shines through. A deep commitment to supporting and uplifting the expertise of priority communities.
• Ability to bring innovation and a learning orientation to programs and systems that advance racial, social, and economic justice. Asks questions and probes for root causes; sees underlying or hidden patterns; looks beyond the obvious to understand why barriers exist/problems occur.
• Experience managing multiple priorities, organizing and prioritizing tasks, managing time efficiently, meeting deadlines, working independently, managing budgets, and collaborating with colleagues.
• Creative and critical thinking, including experience holding large amounts of information about context and trends in a topic area, or for priority communities, or for a large geographic region, and experience drawing on that knowledge base to make connections and offer ideas about how to improve work.
• Experience with or interest in learning various technology and software programs, including: Microsoft Office Suite, Google documents, Zoom, Salesforce and other grants management software, etc.
• Active driver’s license, an essential component of the travel requirements of this role (see next section).

EXPECTED PROGRAM OFFICER TRAVEL

As an integral part of the program team, travel is an anticipated requirement for this role, involving participation in in-person gatherings like site visits and the annual Board retreat. Additionally, POs may be called upon to represent the Foundation at conferences or host Board and staff members attending program-related events.

Travel commitments are expected to range from 15% to 20% of a PO’s working time under standard circumstances. In summary:

• Occasional travel is required.
• 15% to 20% travel equates to approximately once per month.
• A typical schedule of travel per year includes 9–10 trips, each 2–3 days long.
• Travel days often require work outside of typical business hours.
• Travel is by air and car. Maintaining an active driver’s license is required due to the nature of traveling within the region.
• Travel is domestic, primarily in NWAF’s eight-state region, which includes travel to rural and remote parts of the region.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Northwest Area Foundation operates in a hybrid fashion. Employees are expected to be in the office at least 2 days per week, on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with the option to work from home up to 3 days per week in accordance with NWAF policies. The in-person work environment is an office setting with a designated workspace at the Foundation’s office in St. Paul, Minnesota.
• This position requires regular use of a computer and other office equipment and communication technology such as, but not limited to, videoconferencing equipment, telephone, copy machine, and printer.
• Work is performed in an office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes. Frequent use of office equipment including computers, printers, and copiers.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the principal duties and responsibilities of the position in accordance with applicable law and NWAF policies.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The Program Officer is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Program Director. NWAF offers a competitive and holistic rewards package that includes salary and benefits. The anticipated starting salary for this position is in the range of $100,000 – $115,000.

The actual starting salary will be commensurate with the years, breadth, and depth of relevant experience, education, certifications, credentials, special skills, accomplishments, and other factors relevant to the position.

NWAF’s benefits are generous and include:

• Competitive compensation, including relocation support when applicable.
• Strong medical, dental, and life insurance benefits for staff and their dependents with competitive monthly premiums and flexible spending accounts.
• Minimum of four weeks of paid time off, and 12 floating holidays.
• Retirement programs, including 403(b) matching at 50% of deferrals up to annual maximum of $5,000, with access to financial planning resources.
• Money purchase pension plan, after one year of service, in which NWAF makes a generous contribution that vests over a four-year period.
• Matching gift program for charitable donations one-to-one match up to $2,000.
• Additional benefits such as an employee assistance plan, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

How to Apply

More information about Northwest Area Foundation may be found at: www.nwaf.org.

This search is being led by Cara Pearsall and Robert Diggs of NPAG. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG’s website by Friday, March 1, 2024. NPAG welcomes expressions of interest and/or nominations submitted via this form.

An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

NWAF is an equal opportunity employer and all employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, mental illness, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, genetics, military/veteran status, citizenship, arrest record, and any other legally protected characteristic.

The above statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Job incumbents may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this description.

The Organization – Funders Together to End Homelessness

Our Mission: Funders Together to End Homelessness mobilizes its members to use philanthropy’s voice, influence, and financial capital to end homelessness by creating and advancing lasting solutions that are grounded in racial and housing justice, driven by love and disruption, and centering people with lived expertise.

About Funders Together: Funders Together to End Homelessness is the only philanthropic membership organization devoted to ending homelessness in the United States. We serve as a vehicle for members to be part of a broader movement and bring greater financial and intellectual resources to end homelessness and move toward housing justice, and we support the field of philanthropy by providing critical learning and networking opportunities around best practices and innovation to ensure investments are maximized.

Position Overview

Please find the complete position description, including details about experience requirements and salary, on Funders Together’s website. 

The Director of Membership and Programs is a relationship-builder, dot-connector, and trusted sounding board in the organization and the field. They lead the development and implementation of the membership strategy and activities (recruitment, retention, and engagement) for the organization and serve as a key point of contact for members across the country. They also lead the development of our programmatic strategy and execute programming (convenings, webinars, networking events, etc.) for the organization. A successful Director of Membership and Programs builds strong relationships with members, understands members’ interests, and serves as a resource to members. They design and implement programming that is visionary, timely, applicable for our unique audience and understand how membership informs programming and vice versa.

Membership

• Lead the development of a membership strategy for the organization that identifies specific membership goals, priorities, and activities for engaging and recruiting members.
• Deepen and sustain member engagement by serving as a key point of contact for members and customizing support based on a deep understanding of members’ goals, objectives, and needs within Funders Together and for their community.
• Identify mutually beneficial ways for Funders Together and members to support each other’s’ goals by keeping apprised of member interests and activities and understanding how Funders Together’s and members’ work overlap or align.
• Research and recruit funders working in homelessness, housing, or intersectional issue areas, with the dual goals of increasing membership revenue and building a stronger network of philanthropy committed to advancing housing justice.
• Support Funders Together staff and board in engaging new or prospective members by sharing regular membership updates and assessments of member, including but not limited to membership numbers, revenue, engagement data, priorities, talking points and materials, and assessments of membership activities.
• Serve as the manager for the Membership and Knowledge Coordinator, who supports the membership renewal process, membership knowledge management, and membership administrative tasks.

Programs

• Create an annual programming strategy that articulates a learning arc that balances visionary housing justice work with applicable steps for philanthropy and identifies programmatic goals for the organization.
• Design and execute programming that pushes philanthropy to advance racial and housing justice, speaks to members’ needs and interests, and shares timely and emerging work in housing and homelessness. This programming includes, but is not limited to, two annual signature in-person events, 1-2 webinars or funder calls per month, designing resources (recommendations, blog posts, etc.) in partnership with colleagues, and other network-building activities.
• Lead the design and project management for the Funders Forum and Funders Institute, our two annual in-person convenings, including but not limited to, session content, speaker identification, event logistics, and internal project coordination.
• Develop partnerships with other issue-based and regional philanthropy serving organizations (PSOs) and field partners to design programming and engage members across interest areas or geographic regions.
• In partnership with the Programs and Communications Manager, engage members as program speakers or participants, plan programming logistics, and effectively communicate about Funders Together’s work.
• In partnership with the Chief Strategy Officer, co-lead or support new or existing communities of practice, such as Foundations for Racial Equity (FRE), and other potential learning communities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Guide and support Board of Directors in engaging existing or prospective members.
• Lead board Membership Committee meetings and co-lead Program Committee meetings in partnership with the Director of Networks.

How To Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@funderstogether.org. In your cover letter, please describe how you would apply your specific experience and skills to the responsibilities of this position. Cover letters can be addressed to Stephanie Chan, Chief Strategy Officer.

The Organization – Council on Foundations

The Council on Foundations is a nonprofit membership association that serves as a guide for philanthropies as they advance the greater good. Building on our almost 75-year history, the Council supports over 850 member organizations in the United States and around the world to build trust in philanthropy, expand pathways to giving, engage broader perspectives, and co-create solutions that will lead to a better future for all.

Position Overview

Note: This job is primarily remote, with 10% travel required. Starting salary range of $57,000-$64,000. Salary range is based on Washington, D.C./DMV area. Compensation will be adjusted for other geographic locations.

The Associate, Leadership and Trainings will work closely with the Director, Leadership Development and Training, and support the Manager, Training, and Manager, Leadership, to implement program offerings, coordinate the webinar portfolio, track, and monitor programmatic data, and collaborate on other program events for stakeholders, members, and partners. Support the development and logistics of the Council’s on webinars, trainings, courses, and programs including the Career Pathways.

• Coordinate the Council’s webinars, including management of schedules, and communications with organizers, speakers, partners, and Council staff, on the development of content, design, and execution.
• Ensure effective outreach and communication to attendees of leadership and training programs, helping with registration, access to resources or general information.
• Lead and implement the event set-up process across several platforms, including Salesforce and Zoom event management, development of web pages, and updates.
• Manage registration and data tracking of trainings, courses, and webinars, helping the team measure success of key performance indicators.
• Maintain and update content and resources on the Council’s online platforms that support ongoing programming, including learning management system, Philanthropy Exchange communities, Airtable and Monday.
• Support Council staff by providing guidance on how to effectively create, facilitate, and execute successful webinar programs.
• Model the Council’s commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion and support efforts to embed this commitment in member engagement systems and programs.
• Contribute to overarching organization goals by participating in cross-functional working groups.
• Maintain and operationalize the Leadership and Training team files, and other administrative support for team systems and processes.

Requirements:

• 5 years of professional office/business experience + a High School Diploma / GED OR 3 years’ of professional office/business experience and an Associate degree.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with coordinating logistics for events (i.e., food, locations).
• Experience uses virtual learning platforms (i.e., Zoom)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to actively engage in, demonstrate commitment to the Council’s Operating Principles and Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to listen well, and positively represent the organization and its mission.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and solve problems efficiently and quickly.
• Ability to manage many and/or differing tasks, maintain productivity, and successfully meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and positively both independently and on a team with a range of individuals and working styles, and with people at all organization levels including staff, board members, foundation officers, donors, and vendors.
• Proficient skill in Microsoft Office 365 applications.

How To Apply

Use this link to apply and learn more about the Council’s benefits