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The Organization

WorkMoney is a nonprofit organization dedicated to lowering costs and raising incomes for all Americans to make American life more affordable and American families more economically secure. We provide products, services, perks, benefits, tips, and tools to help members improve their financial lives. We are a trusted source of information about financial matters, economic policy, and public debates about the economy. We also activate and engage our members in advocacy campaigns to support policies and elected leaders to support our core vision that everyone in America can afford to live a good life. You can find out more about WorkMoney at workmoney.org and Facebook.

Position Overview

What are we looking for?

In two years, WorkMoney’s team and budget have grown 10X. Our compelling mission and impactful results have generated opportunities to further scale our work and team.  We need a strategic director who can bring focus and rigor to our resource generation team. The Development Director position is a newly created role to develop the plan and structure needed to keep our development engine humming and on track to meet our ambitious goals. A successful candidate will be able to drive development success by organizing and optimizing every aspect of our development program, including deep support of our CEO. In this high-impact role, the Development Director will be able to use their deep experience to fully envision and create a best-in-class development program. The ideal candidate will have a proven-track record of mentorship, supervision, and building a collaborative team.

Are you meticulous with the details, even in a fast paced environment? Are you skilled at keeping a driven and dynamic team swimming in the same direction? Do you have a track record of leading a department to set and hit big goals? If all those answers are yes, this might be the role for you!

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and lead overall development program: work closely with internal and external team members to set our annual fundraising goals and strategy, including assessing and optimizing departmental roles and capacity as we grow, facilitating cross department collaboration across WorkMoney, and exploring the potential of currently untapped strategies, such as grassroots fundraising
• Develop and implement fundraising systems: oversee the organizational implementation and adoption of Salesforce and other systems, develop reports, and ensure efficient operations and accurate data
• Expand WorkMoney’s prospecting efforts: working with fundraising team and consultants, ensure the foundation and major donor prospect pipeline continues to grow
• Oversee stewardship and cultivation activities: ensure that all donors and prospects receive compelling communications and updates on the latest WorkMoney accomplishments, and lead the development of a donor programming calendar that provides engagement opportunities with our work and team
• Grants management: with the support of our contract grant writer and other team members, ensure all grants are professionally submitted and implemented
• Supervise Development team: provide supervision and coaching to a super capable early career fundraiser and future staff as the department grows

Must Haves

• 5+ years of progressively responsible fundraising experience and leading a fundraising team (3+ people) responsible for at least $10M of annual revenue
• Extensive experience identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and closing  both major institutional funders and high net worth individuals
• Savvy communicator with experience engaging stakeholders across a wide variety of interests and political persuasions, and able to navigate the complex relational dynamics of a highly-networked, highly-engaged donor base
• Experience and comfort in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly, grace under pressure
• Experience supporting a dynamic principal fundraiser
• Ability to lead and manage external consultants and stakeholders involved in fundraising efforts
• Excellent judgment and decision making, and the ability to manage up when needed
• Confident user of Salesforce or other fundraising CRM
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and an equitable future

Nice to Haves

• Experience or interest in economic development or pro-democracy work
• Startup experience
• Graphic design skills

Benefits

The salary range for this role starts at $140,000 annually based on experience. WorkMoney offers generous healthcare, vacation and retirement benefits — the kind ALL Americans should be able to have, and which we are proud to offer. Those include, but are not limited to: low deductible healthcare, dental, and vision plans at no cost to you, 401(K) retirement program with up to 6% employer match, four weeks paid vacation, paid family and medical leave, and an annual work from home stipend.

How To Apply

Why join our team?

We’re mission driven, hard working, and scrappy AF. We’re a true startup, offering a dynamic work environment where no day is the same and where innovation and rolling up your sleeves is the norm. WorkMoney’s team includes people with a wide-ranging set of backgrounds and expertise. And best of all, we’re a growing crew of collaborative colleagues who are generous, whip-smart, and authentic.

WorkMoney is an equal opportunity employer. WorkMoney prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on age, color, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, expression, gender identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We strongly encourage applicants from historically under-represented communities and see diversity of all kinds as a tremendous asset to our work.

To Apply

Follow the link to the application page, complete the required fields, and submit a resume and written response to the application questions. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the posting will remain published until the position is filled.

Application Questions

1. What are the fundamentals of a well-run development department? What structures and principles are most important?
2. Tell us about your experience supporting principals – how have you set people up for successful pitches in the past?

https://apply.workable.com/workmoney/j/83C6AF3FA7/apply/

The Organization

The American Journalism Project’s Managing Director of Strategic Partnership stewards a portfolio of supporters and funders, and forges new relationships to build the American Journalism Project’s visibility, impact, and financial resources. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of local news and support the next generation of civic news leaders.

WHO WE ARE

We’re a small but entrepreneurial team working to re-shape the future of local news in our country. We’re passionate about journalism, civic engagement, and how local news plays a unique role in shaping our democracy. We help build and grow sustainable local news organizations all over the country — through financial investment, venture support, and movement building — that are governed by, sustained by, and look like the public they serve.

Since 2019, the American Journalism Project has committed more than $33M of investment in 32 nonprofit news organizations across the United States. Learn about our grantees.

Our team is deeply connected to our mission and supportive of each other’s goals and overall well-being. We aim to be an organization where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued. We are an entirely remote, distributed team and strive to maintain a healthy, fun, and productive workplace, working alongside smart, energetic colleagues who enjoy one another and the work. Meet our full team.

OUR VALUES

• Local First: We know that local journalism must serve and be led by local communities. We make a practice of listening to, and making decisions with – not for – those communities, and connecting them to find strength in each other.
• Bold Leadership: We understand the severe economic challenge facing local news and thus democracy, and we embrace a sense of possibility with courage, urgency, and perseverance.
• Constant Learning: We recognize the unknown in front of us. Therefore, we operate with humility and a commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Commitment to Equity: We commit to creating a better, more diverse, and more inclusive news media that advances human and civil rights. We actively fight against injustice and racism, and that starts with doing the work ourselves.

Integrity: We accept the responsibility of earning trust every day. We operate with honesty, transparency, dignity, and respect, and without allegiance to party, ideology, profit, or power.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships will contribute to our vision for how to expand and diversify American Journalism Project’s donor base and pipeline, working closely with other team members to secure funding for our efforts. They will also work closely with our Strategy & Startups team to raise funds for launching new news organizations, and with the entire program team to support fundraising across the grantee portfolio.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced and strategic leader who has a track record of pursuing and securing six- to eight-figure contributions and grants, as well as experience engaging local (place-based) communities and constituencies.

YOUR IMPACT

Your leadership will help to rally local and national support for local news, playing a critical role in helping to rebuild local news for our democracy.

YOUR TEAM

The Philanthropy Team at American Journalism Project works to galvanize support towards rebuilding local news. This team has led the organization to raise more than $53 million dollars for our first philanthropic fund and has launched our second fund with ambitious goals to rally significant contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations.

The Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships will report to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), and work closely with our Director of Growth Strategy & Investor Relations and Development Analyst. We also expect to hire a Major Gifts Officer this year, whom the Managing Director would supervise.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Our total compensation package is competitive in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors, and we are committed to supporting our team with what they need to show up every day ready to bolster the local press our democracy deserves.

We benchmark our salaries against similar organizations, and use a scale that considers job complexity and magnitude of responsibility to determine role levels and corresponding base salaries, as well as regular cost-of-living adjustments. The salary range for this position is $169,320 – $186,252. Read about our benefits here.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships will have the following responsibilities:

Fundraising portfolio management

• Oversee two main fundraising portfolios:
  • Pursuit of new major funders with the potential for significant investment in the American Journalism Project – playing a big role in meeting our overall revenue targets
  • Pursuit of local philanthropy partnerships (in collaboration with our Strategy & Startups Team) to help build local investment across the country
• Serve as the lead strategist on both of these fundraising portfolios:
  • Provide leadership throughout cultivation and stewardship efforts, ensuring every element of engagement is strongly executed towards securing revenue
  • Build new external relationships as appropriate, thoughtfully advancing complex partnerships and demonstrating excellent presentation and communication skills to connect prospects to the mission of the American Journalism Project.
  • Appropriately leverage CEO, CDO, and/ or appropriate program team members through various points of engagement
  • Lead on external collateral development for portfolio of donors
  • Work closely with our Development Analyst and contract support to drive research and new prospecting of donors

Contribute to our fundraising strategy 

• Support the CDO and CEO in the development of the overall fundraising and stewardship strategy, leveraging them as appropriate
• Contribute to defining our fundraising goals and meeting them
• Stay abreast of journalism philanthropy and sector-related trends and advances

Team collaboration 

• Play an active role on the Philanthropy Team; ensure your efforts and priorities align to the overall team goals and provide thought-partnership on cross-portfolio work
• Work closely with the Strategy & Startups Team; collaborate in pursuit of new local philanthropy partnerships. Provide strategic guidance on raising runway capital for startup launches.
• Deeply understand the local philanthropy ecosystem and serve as an internal expert to support our efforts and those of our grantees. Work closely with Success Partners (who directly support our grantees) to build their knowledge and skills.

Management & coaching 

• Lead the hiring and onboarding of a Major Gifts Officer in 2022; coach and supervise this new role on our team
• Provide our grantees with direct coaching in best practices for fundraising portfolio strategy, organizational storytelling, and building a compelling case for support

WHO YOU ARE

What background and skills do you have? We know not all strong candidates will have all the skills we list. That’s OK. What else do you bring to the table? Please tell us!

This role might be a fit if you are…

• Experienced fundraiser: An ideal candidate would have significant philanthropic experience, a demonstrated track-record of seeking and securing six- to eight-figure gifts, and tangible experience expanding and cultivating existing donor relationships over time. Knowledge and experience in the field of journalism preferred.
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder: You excel at written and verbal communications. You are able to effectively communicate strategy and distill impact in a way that can inspire our board, grantees, and external stakeholders.
• Strategic leader: You thrive at understanding and navigating through complexity and setting clear strategy and prioritization. You are not afraid to dive into the details and be an individual contributor while also getting on the balcony to set strategy.
• Goal and mission oriented: You live and breathe our overall fund goals. You manage against personal goals regularly. You manage and track yourself to goals consistently but you also think very holistically about how we are bringing in new support.
• Collaborative and agile: You love people and bring tremendous energy to a meeting. You excel at collaborating across teams without direct authority. You see fundraising as a team sport and leverage others appropriately. You bring others into your thinking on how to advance leads.
• Systems-thinker and pattern-spotter: Our goals are cross-organizational and very little can be accomplished without the input and collaboration of others. You love working across teams, spotting patterns, and facilitating processes that enable effective collaboration. You think critically about the way you bring in new supporters and engage them.
• Bold and mission-oriented: You wake up every day terrified about the future of local news in our country but boldly optimistic that we can reimagine our country’s local news infrastructure. You work with urgency to get us there faster.
• Fun and supportive: We are working hard to reimagine the future of local news and our mission is vitally important to the future of our country. But, we also take the time to enjoy each other’s company and lift each other up.
• Committed to equity: You bring experience of managing across lines of difference. You’ve worked with organizations led by BIPOC and/or nonprofits that have a track record of serving diverse communities and bring a fluency that has been shaped by those experiences.
• Ready to travel if needed but also excited to work for a remote organization: We are a fully virtual team. However, travel is occasionally needed to achieve the overall objectives of this role.

The American Journalism Project is dedicated to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The American Journalism Project encourages people of all races, colors, national origins, ancestries, creeds, religions, genders, ages, disabilities, veteran status, sexual orientations, and marital statuses to apply.

How To Apply

Apply here 

The Organization

ABOUT WELLSPRING

Wellspring Philanthropic Fund is a private grantmaking foundation dedicated to advancing the realization of human rights and social and economic justice for all people. With offices in Washington, D.C. and New York City, Wellspring’s work is rooted in respect for the dignity and worth of every human being and is informed by the following beliefs:

·  Social institutions and structures should promote the full realization of human rights and human potential and should be accountable to these ends.

·  The rights of all people are advanced when the rights of the most marginalized and vulnerable peoples are protected.

·   Social justice movements should employ means that are consistent with their ideals and should give agency to the people whose interests they seek to advance.

·   As responsible stewards, we must strive to maximize the impact of our charitable investments.

For more information on Wellspring Philanthropic Fund, please visit www.wpfund.org.

Position Overview

THE OPPORTUNITY

Wellspring Philanthropic Fund seeks a Program Associate to join its Global Children’s Rights Program. Through grantmaking and philanthropic leadership, the Global Children’s Rights Program catalyzes action to realize rights and advance social justice for all children, with specific emphasis on girls and gender justice. We aim to encompass an intersectional feminist approach, supporting systemic change to address the root causes of gender inequality and to contribute to dismantling racist, neocolonial, and other oppressive systems and approaches. GCR focuses on two complementary approaches: (1) shifting public systems and influential large-scale actors to make them more responsive to the needs of children and girls; and (2) enhancing power and movement building work which resources local girls’, children’s, and communities’ organizing and actions to influence change. GCR makes grants under four themes: 1) Advance Girls’ Education and Skills, 2) Prevent Violence Against Children and Girls, 3) Shift Social and Gender Norms, and 4) Foster Enabling Conditions for Realizing Children’s and Girls’ Rights.

The Program Associate reports to the Program Director and works with the Program Director, two Program Officers, a part-time Administrative Assistant, a Grants Officer, and other Wellspring staff. Day-to-day, the Program Associate contributes to the following key priorities:

·  Grants Process Coordination,

·  Administration and Communications, and

·  Program (grantmaking, monitoring, evaluation, and learning).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Grants Process Coordination

·   Coordinate the team’s grantmaking process, including setting and monitoring timelines, entering information into the grants database, inputting grant codes, and conducting due diligence. Track grant reports. Address grant issues as they arise including post award grant requests and modifications.

·   Serve as the primary liaison for GCR with Wellspring’s Grants Management Team.

·   Track the program budget using the grants database and spreadsheets with the Program Director.

·   Develop and demonstrate deep knowledge of the Wellspring Grants Manual. Serve as a team resource on policies and procedures.

Administration and Communications

·   In collaboration with the Administrative Assistant, provide administrative and logistical support as needed, including, but not limited to, scheduling and coordinating meetings, planning travel, managing team task lists and contact lists, coordinating batch outreach, and document storage.

·   Support the preparation and management of team agendas, meetings, and retreats with the Program Director.

·   Recommend and implement improvements to team systems and project management practices.

·   Coordinate and draft team inputs to internal requests for information such as newsletters and annual reports.

·   Contribute to research, preparation, and facilitation of donor and staff presentations.

·   Convey information and data effectively through written and visual materials such as graphics, charts, memos, and slides.

Program

·   Assist Program Officers and Program Director with drafting and editing grant recommendations and other writing as needed.

·   Conduct research related to field developments, potential grantees, and other topics requested by the program team. Write short memos and issue briefs.

·   Participate in grant meetings, take notes, ensure follow up, and save relevant materials. Review grantee progress reports and assist Program Officers with tracking grantee outcomes. Conduct site visits internationally with team (when safe), including travel to remote areas.

·   As requested, represent Wellspring at external meetings and conferences with partners, funders, and field leaders.

·   Contribute to strategic plans, annual work plans, and the program team’s learning agenda.

Other

·   Participate in internal Wellspring advisory groups, task forces, and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

·  Commitment to and familiarity with the program’s goals.

·   Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.

·   Three to six years of experience in a professional office environment working as a member of a team executing tasks relevant to the job description.

·   Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Zoom. Experience with or ability to quickly learn tools such as Box, Miro, Prezi, Teams, and Asana.

·   Experience with administrative support and logistics, including writing correspondence, tracking multi-component processes, document storage, organizing travel, and database management.

·   Demonstrated track record of attention to details.

·   Prior project management experience, including proven ability to track and analyze project deliverables, organize multi-component projects, track variances, execute reporting, and meet deadlines.

·   Excellent English-language writing, editing, critical thinking, and communications skills.

·   Ability to convey information and data effectively through visual and written materials such as graphics, charts, slides, and memos.

·   Excellent desk research skills. Ability to summarize complex ideas and synthesize.

·   Comfort with quantitative and qualitative data, research, and evidence analysis.

·   Ability to manage budgets and analyze financial information.

·   Ability to manage own workstreams, work independently and collaboratively, to take initiative, to be proactive, to be flexible, and to manage one’s own time.

·   Ability to move multiple, high-volume workstreams forward and meet deadlines.

·   Strong cross-cultural communication skills. Demonstrates humility and the ability and eagerness to build relationships with partners and colleagues of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

·   Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and complete discretion.

·   Willingness to learn, to be open to and generate new ideas, and to have fun.

·   Understands and values social justice, including racial and gender equity as an organizational operating principle, and is committed to continued learning on issues related to race, gender, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·   Non-English language capabilities; Fluent in Spanish or Swahili.

·   Experience working in a grantmaking or nonprofit organization.

·   Experience working, studying, or living in a Global South context.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The team member may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range of $75,000–$83,000 commensurate with experience.

Wellspring offers a very generous benefits package including payment of 100% of the health insurance premiums for employees (and 80% of the premiums for spouses, domestic partners, and qualified family members). Wellspring also offers other benefits including life insurance, long-term disability protection, a group 401(k) retirement plan (with an employer match), support for continuing education, up to $5,250 in annual student loan repayment or college savings assistance for qualified dependents and is committed to providing transgender- inclusive healthcare.

COVID-19 HIRING UPDATE

Wellspring’s Offices have returned to in-person work using a hybrid model. Staff are expected to be fully vaccinated and to work from the office Tuesday – Thursday and have the option to work remotely Monday and Friday. To ensure the safety and well-being of our employees, we will continue to monitor the situation and follow the recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

How To Apply

For employment consideration, please submit application to  jobs@wpfund.org  Subject Line: “GCR Program Associate-[Your name].” All applications must include:

•    a resumé;

•    a thoughtful cover letter, including how you became aware of this opportunity

(i.e. job portal, referral, etc.) and salary minimum requirements; and

•    one writing sample (no less than 3 and no more than 5 pages, attached in PDF

format).

No phone calls please.

NOTE: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of hire to be considered for these positions.

The Organization

Perigee Fund was established by founder and donor Lisa Mennet, PhD. As an infant and early childhood mental health therapist to families and children, and a clinical educator and mentor to other professionals working with children and families, Dr. Mennet has experienced both the positive power of work across promotion, prevention and intervention, and the frustration from a lack of systemic training, programming, and financial resources in fields and for families. Inspired to do more, she established Perigee Fund to promote a vision of communities in which every parent and primary caregiver has access to the supports they need to care for their children with confidence and joy.

Position Overview

Perigee Fund is a four-year-old philanthropic organization focused on early relationships between babies and caregivers. Early relationships are the foundation for healthy child development and outcomes throughout the life-course. Pregnancy and a child’s first three years of life are a period of immense change for families. While all families experience new sources of stress and financial strain during this time, respect and resources are most essential for families affected by trauma, racism, and poverty. When healthy relationships and material supports wrap around young families, they can more easily tap into the power of joy, strength, healing, and connection.

Guided by an equity north star, Perigee is committed to advancing the fields of infant and early childhood mental health and maternal mental health, as well as ensuring prenatal-to-age-three families are supported by policies and programs that tangibly manifest as more time, money, care, and connection. Perigee invests in approaches that connect advocacy and policy, community-based family supports, practice transformation, and workforce development. Perigee’s grantees span national advocacy organizations, associations, reproductive justice and birth equity organizations, and tribal partners to name a few.

With grantmaking and programmatic investments of approximately $30M per year, Perigee Fund invests in both Washington State and national efforts. While no timelines have yet been solidified, Perigee plans to “spend down” on a 12-15 year timeline, which invites thinking and doing in ways that differ from foundations set up to exist in perpetuity.

Perigee Fund is in search of a Senior Program Officer with deep experience in the many facets of advocacy and policy. Perigee’s ideal candidate will:

• Share a passion for Perigee’s focus and vision with the baby and parent at the center.
• Embrace the opportunity to help build and evolve a young but maturing philanthropic organization.
• Demonstrate leadership through deeds and results over words toward equity, diversity, inclusion, and antiracism in policy processes and outcomes.
• Show up as both a leader and collaborator with humility.
• Be able to see and play a 3D chessboard at intersections of early childhood, family economic security, mental health, and more.

This is a senior position and qualified candidates will have ten or more years of experience spanning political strategy, policy development and implementation, and work with advocates across the federal-state-local interplay. This role is responsible for cultivating and nurturing a dynamic portfolio of state and national advocacy and policy grants across an array of prenatal-to-age-three issues. The role is also cross functional – engaging with colleagues inside the organization and across the fields in which Perigee works, proactively leading, advising, and collaborating to enhance the impact and effectiveness of others.

To-date, Perigee Fund has chosen to resource partner organizations powered by families, those with lived experience, and those with field/practice expertise to be the visible and vocal advocates. The Senior Program Officer will further shape and refine Perigee’s policy vision, priorities, agendas, and role.

As a supporting organization of Seattle Foundation, a community foundation, Perigee Fund directly resources select grantee lobbying efforts and employs its own contract lobbyist. Because of its structure, Perigee has abilities not available to or exercised by most private foundations that make this position unique and exciting.

Perigee focuses on highly visible policy issues like child care, paid family leave, and child tax credit. Perigee also focuses on critical but often invisible priorities like public funding for early childhood mental health consultation and increasing equitable access to maternal mental health resources. The new Senior Program Officer will have the skills and passion to achieve gains and bring people together across all priorities.

A sampling of the Senior Program Officer’s opportunities and contributions include:

• Participating in organizational strategic planning starting summer 2022.
• Elevating infant and maternal mental health as actionable state and national policy priorities. For example, working with federal advocacy grantees to incorporate infant and maternal mental health into the current administration’s interest in mental health as a national priority.
• Representing Perigee as a CARE Fund funding partner alongside colleagues from Ford Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Pivotal Ventures, and others.
• Nurturing a seed grant to the WA Early Childhood Policy Fellowship as it launches its first cohort of BIPOC policy fellows in Q4 2022.
• Working with other Washington State early childhood policy funders, campaign consultants, and grantees on the implantation and financing of the Fair Start for Kids Act.
• Working with all Perigee program officers to tie advocacy and policy strategies to key initiatives like Perigee’s Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot launching in 2022.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate brings strong commitment to Perigee’s mission and a deep background in policy and advocacy. They will bring a high level of integrity and thoughtfulness, a commitment to creating equitable and just partnerships and processes, and a collaborative style to the Perigee team. Key qualifications include:

• Minimum ten years of experience working across advocacy, political strategy, and policy. Preference for significant relevant work experience (up to 15+ years) with strong networks and contacts.
• Track record advancing less visible issues through policy using both direct and leveraged approaches.
• Knowledge and experience working across federal, state, and local advocacy and policy a must.
• Sophisticated strategy, technical, and relationship understandings about how policy is influenced and gets made in the real world across legislation, appropriations, and administrative/regulatory action in different political contexts.
• Thorough knowledge and grasp of systems change and the ability to identify and orchestrate the levers of change through philanthropic tools, which are both powerful and limited.
• Sound judgment with the ability to make complex, multidimensional decisions based on both facts, emerging considerations, and experience.
• Skilled in equitable policy analysis with understanding of the forces that create systemic inequities and systemic racism.
• Skilled at authentic, non-tokenizing power building and power sharing with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color advocacy and policy leaders, community organizations, grassroots advocates, and people with lived experience.
• Highly respected, trusted, and valued in both grasstops and grassroots circles.
• Exceptional ability to navigate big and little “p” politics
• Background in early childhood, maternal and child health, mental health, reproductive justice, and/or a related field optional, but highly desired.
• Experience or familiarity with philanthropy’s role in using policy and advocacy as tools for change a plus. If coming directly from advocacy, policy, or political work, must be motivated by philanthropic opportunities and challenges that require being a step removed from the action.
• Embraces working in and contributing to a young, formative organization, which has both exhilarating and messy aspects.
• Entrepreneurial, innovative, and enjoys contributing to a small, talented team with a mighty mission.

The starting salary range for this position is $160,000 – $180,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. An 80% FTE arrangement is possible, if desired, with commensurate salary range adjustment. The entire Perigee team, including this position, is based in beautiful Seattle, Washington. Starting in April 2022, Perigee plans to operate on a hybrid arrangement with Tuesdays and Thursdays in the office. Employees may choose to work from home or the office the other days. All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless eligible for religious or medical exemption, and observe changing public health protocols. Travel throughout Washington State and the U.S. will be required as the Senior Program Officer builds relationships and engages with partners, particularly to support field building and advocacy efforts.

How To Apply

More information about Perigee Fund may be found at: perigeefund.org

This search is being led by Cara Pearsall, Sharon Gerstman, and Catherine Seneviratne of NPAG. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Candidates should submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG’s website.

Perigee Fund is an equal opportunity employer and proudly values diversity.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The Organization

The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent national nonprofit that uses science to protect our health, safety, and environment.  We are scientists, engineers, economists, activists and everyday people who develop and advocate for innovative, practical solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing problems—from combating global warming and developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves, to fighting misinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing the threat of nuclear war.

Position Overview

Gift Officer-Henry Kendall Society
Development Department
Union of Concerned Scientists
Cambridge, MA (remote possible)
https://apply.workable.com/j/83CBB9746D

Do you have strong communication and donor relations skills, and a desire to help drive a mid-level giving society to new heights? Do you love the idea of talking to donors about their interests and UCS’s critical science- based work? Does the prospect of working with a portfolio of involved and informed mid-level donors excite you? We want to talk to you! The UCS Membership team is seeking a Gift Officer to work with and grow our mid-level giving program. We’re looking for candidates who have a friendly phone manner, strong writing skills, are highly organized and self-motivated, and interested in further developing their fundraising and solicitation skills.  The successful candidate will have a material effect in helping UCS programs that will drive us to a planet that is healthy, safe, and sustainable for all people and communities.

How To Apply

https://apply.workable.com/j/83CBB9746D

The Organization

Wellspring Philanthropic Fund is a private grantmaking foundation dedicated to advancing  the realization of human rights and social and economic justice for all people. With offices in Washington, D.C. and New York City, Wellspring’s work is rooted in respect for the dignity and worth of every human being and is informed by the following beliefs:

· Social institutions and structures should promote the full realization of human rights  and human potential, and should be accountable to these ends.

·  The rights of all people are advanced when the rights of the most marginalized and vulnerable peoples are protected.

·  Social justice movements should employ means that are consistent with their ideals,  and should give agency to the people whose interests they seek to advance.

·  As responsible stewards, we must strive to maximize the impact of our charitable investments.

For more information on Wellspring Philanthropic Fund, please visit www.wpfund.org.

Position Overview

For the full job description: https://wpfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/SOGIE-Program-Associate-JD.pdf

THE OPPORTUNITY

Wellspring Philanthropic Fund seeks a program associate to join its Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression Program (SOGIE).  WPF’s SOGIE Program seeks to confront and dismantle entrenched homophobia and transphobia and to build a world in which all LGBTQI people, including the most marginalized, enjoy full autonomy, safety, dignity, and rights.  The program associate plays a key role in providing grantmaking support and coordinating programmatic tasks for the team.

The Program Associate reports to the Program Director and works collaboratively with the SOGIE Sr. Program Officers, Program Officers, Administrative Assistant, Grants Management team, and other Wellspring staff.  Day-to-day, the Program Associate contributes to the following key priorities:

·  Grants Process Coordination

·  Communications, and

·  Team coordination and support

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Grants Process Coordination

–  Support the team’s grantmaking processes, including communications with grantees, reviewing proposals and reports, setting and monitoring timelines,  maintaining grantmaking databases and spreadsheets, and conducting due diligence.

–  Track grantmaking and administrative budgets.

–  Communicate with program and grants management team members about upcoming deadlines.

Communications

– Research and prepare donor education materials and other materials for internal Wellspring use, such as presentations, staff meeting presentations, work plans, and annual reports.

–  Manage donor updates, including by collecting newsworthy items, grantee updates, and consulting with program officers on content edits.

–  Recommend and implement improvements to team systems and project management practices.

–  Prepare, proofread, and edit written work as requested.

–  Organize team documents and files on shared platforms.

Team Coordination and Support

–  In collaboration with the Administrative Assistant, provide administrative and logistical support as needed, including but not limited to helping to coordinate meetings, plan convenings, manage consulting contracts, and make other arrangements.

–  Work closely with program staff to support SOGIE grantees across diverse themes, both within the United States and globally.  This may include:

•   Serving as a compliance checkpoint to ensure that grantmaking stays within yearly budgets, and to ensure grant proposals comply with internal standards.
•  Supporting “due diligence” in reviews of grant proposals and applicant organizations, including determining where additional information is needed from the applicant.
•  Assisting program staff with analyzing and summarizing grant proposals and drafting grant recommendations.
•  Assisting program staff with tracking grantee work and outcomes, including reviewing grant reports, participating in meetings with grantees, and reading and tracking news and research that relates to the work.
•   Supporting planning and project management and participating in the development of strategy, strategic plans, evaluations, and reviews.
•   Conduct research related to field developments, potential grantees, and other topics requested by the program team. Write short memos and issue briefs.
•   As requested, represent Wellspring at external meetings and conferences with partners, funders, and field leaders.
•   Serving as lead point of contact for some grantees on an as needed basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate is passionate about LGBTQI liberation and brings both a seriousness of purpose and a sense of joy to the work.  WPF seeks a colleague eager to learn, grow, and be part of an enterprise larger than themselves. Candidates should possess the following knowledge, skills and qualifications:

·  Three to six years of professional experience in an office environment working as a member of a team executing tasks relevant to the job description.

·  Deep familiarity with LGBTQI movements, both domestically and internationally, and demonstrated commitment to gender, economic, and racial justice.

·  Prior project management experience, including proven ability to track and analyze project deliverables, track variances, and execute reporting.

·  Ability to move multiple, high-volume workstreams forward and meet deadlines.

·  Ability to manage own workstreams, work independently and collaboratively, to take initiative, to be proactive, to be flexible, and to manage one’s own time. Ability to convey information and data effectively through visual and written materials such as graphics, charts, slides, and memos.

·  Excellent desk research skills. Ability to summarize complex ideas and synthesize

·  Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Zoom. Experience with or ability to quickly learn tools such as Box, Miro, Prezi, Teams, and Asana.

·  Experience with administrative support and logistics, including writing correspondence, tracking multi-component processes, document storage, organizing travel, and database management.

·  Excellent English language writing, editing and proofreading skills. Excellent analytic abilities and organizational skills.

·  Comfort with quantitative data, spreadsheets, and budgets.

·  Ability to handle confidential information with complete discretion.

·  Excellent interpersonal skills in a cross-cultural, team environment.

·  Demonstrated willingness to learn and be open to new ideas.

·  Understands and values social justice, including racial and gender equity as an organizational operating principle, and is committed to continued learning on issues related to race, gender, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Spanish fluency desired but not required.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The team member may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range of $75,000 – $83,000 commensurate with experience.

Wellspring offers a very generous benefits package including payment of 100% of the health insurance premiums for employees (and 80% of the premiums for spouses, domestic partners, and qualified family members). Wellspring also offers other benefits including life insurance, long-term disability protection, a group 401(k) retirement plan (with an employer match), support for continuing education, up to $5,250 in annual student loan repayment or college savings assistance for qualified dependents and is committed to providing transgender- inclusive healthcare.

COVID-19 HIRING UPDATE

Wellspring’s Offices have returned to in-person work using a hybrid model. Staff are expected to be fully vaccinated and to work from the office Tuesday – Thursday and have the option to work remotely Monday and Friday. To ensure the safety and well-being of our employees, we will continue to monitor the situation and follow the recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

How To Apply

For employment consideration, please submit application to  jobs@wpfund.org  Subject Line: “SOGIE Program Associate-[Your name].” All applications must include:

• a resumé;

• a thoughtful cover letter, including how you became aware of this opportunity

(i.e. job portal, referral, etc.) and salary minimum requirements; and

• an analytical writing sample (3-5 pages) attached as PDF.

No phone calls please.

NOTE: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of hire to be considered for these positions.

The Organization

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.

Position Overview

The Lawyers’ Committee seeks a dedicated and highly-motivated Donor and Special Projects Officer to manage solicitation and stewardship of all special gift donors ($1,000-$5,000). This position will have a diverse set of responsibilities, focused on creating and deepening relationships with donors through in-person and online meetings, mailings, and special engagement opportunities. The incumbent will help donors fulfill their passions and interests through their giving and create opportunities for individuals to engage with the organization, including; creating and executing a direct mail program for full donor files, planning, executing email giving program, planning and executing donor events, and support the annual Higginbotham gala. Additionally, this position will create and execute high ROI group donor engagement and leverage staff and organizational opportunities to build donor relationships with individuals and institutions.

The Donor and Special Projects Officer will work closely with the Vice President of Development, Senior Development Officer, and other development team members to create and foster relationships with donors and prospects to increase annual giving.

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Washington, DC. The Donor and Special Projects Officer will work under the supervision of the Vice President, Development.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential responsibilities of the Donor and Special Projects Officer include but are not limited to the following:

Essential Duties – Donor Stewardship and Solicitation

• Manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of the Special Gift donors giving between $1,000-$5,000;

• Create individual goals for each person in the portfolio based on the donor’s history of giving and the organization’s knowledge of that donor’s potential and interests;

• Create and execute direct mail and email program including a planning calendar, writing content, and executing with vendors;

• Create and execute special cultivation and stewardship opportunities, such as small events, special mailings, or communications for select donors/prospects in portfolios;

• Prepare personalized proposals for individual prospects and write cultivation and solicitation correspondence; and

• Support law firm and corporate outreach.

Essential Duties – Events and Research

• Lead the creation, planning, and execution of donor events and additional donor engagement opportunities;

• Support the planning for the annual Higginbotham Gala working closely with Senior Development Officer;

• Qualify new prospects for assignment to the portfolio on a quarterly basis using shared research tools and reports;

• Identification and qualification of donors to be assigned to individual portfolios;

• Lead assignment of new $5,000 donors to solicitor portfolios; and

• Provide executive-level support to senior staff in preparation for solicitation or stewardship opportunities, including appropriate, concise briefing materials in advance of meetings with donors and prospects.

Essential Duties – Coordination and Facilitation

• Work with the appropriate staff to secure project information and use this information to develop materials directed at individual donors/prospects, such as highly personalized proposals that are in line with donor interests and programmatic priorities, and stewardship reports that detail progress made as a result of a particular gift, etc.;

• Create donor strategy memos, letters, emails, and other related pieces for donors, prospects, program staff, and others;

• Collaborate with other departments, including Communications, Field, and Advocacy;

• Maintain working knowledge of national programmatic priorities and current issues and events as they occur; and

• Other duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities

• Special projects and other tasks as assigned by the Vice President, Development.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:

• Strong belief in the Lawyers’ Committee’s work and mission;

• Commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. Respect for differences in race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ability, and socioeconomic background;

• Strong people skills. Effective interpersonal and communication abilities. Ability to “lead through others” and gracefully exact excellence from them. Persuasiveness and perseverance in attaining goals;

• The ability to communicate effectively and respectfully on the phone and in-person with donors, board members, volunteers, staff, and the general public;

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum three years of progressive experience in development and cultivating individual giving;

• Experience nonprofit fundraising, with progressive responsibility and a proven track record of soliciting, closing, and gifts in the $1,000-$50,000 range;

• Excellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to simplify complex themes and activities into a short, compelling presentation or written piece;

• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines. Ability to develop long-term plans, set objectives, and track progress towards achieving objectives;

• A confident and professional work style. Ability to work independently and take the initiative and exercise good judgment. Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve;

• Experience with donor database management and systems and ensure complete, secure, and private donor records. Experience with Raisers Edge preferred;

• Proficiency with donor databases and office technology and information systems (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);

• A driver’s license and availability to travel occasionally is required; and

• Ability to work occasional overtime or irregular hours.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: https://podio.com/webforms/27311498/2106177.

No calls will be accepted. The position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Salary and benefits are competitive for a nonprofit legal organization. Staff Benefits include Employer Sponsored (Medical, Dental, and Group Life & AD&D); Voluntary Benefits (Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Supplemental Life) coverage; the opportunity to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Plan; Voluntary Flexible Spending (Medical and Dependent Care) and Stipends (Cell Phone and Commuter/Parking Benefits); 12 paid Holidays; and Vacation/Sick days.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.

Accessibility Assistance: Although calls will not be accepted regarding questions about the position, if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing the online application, please call 202-662-8600 and ask for an applicant accommodation; send an email with the subject line “Applicant Accommodation” to accommodation@lawyerscommittee.org.

The Organization

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.

Position Overview

The Lawyers’ Committee seeks a dedicated and highly motivated Institutional Partnerships Coordinator to lead the coordination of a robust institutional funder portfolio. This position will focus on internal work, coordinating deadlines and grant tracking systems, writing reports, proposals, and other institutional communications, developing, and maintaining effective relationships and lines of communication with internal teams and departments, and conducting prospect research.

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Washington, DC. The Institutional Partnership Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Vice President of Development and will work closely with the Foundations Relations Officer as well as the Grants Accounting Manager and Program Directors.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential responsibilities of the Institutional Partnerships Coordinator include but are not limited to the following:

Essential Duties – Institutional Portfolio Management 

• Lead coordination of a portfolio of approximately 75-100 institutional funding prospects and funders;

• Draft proposals in line with donor interests and programmatic priorities and draft grant reports that detail progress on grant deliverables;

• Write letters of intent and other cultivation and solicitation correspondence for institutional prospects;

• Work with the appropriate staff to secure project information using this information to develop solicitation materials;

• Lead tracking and fulfillment of grant reporting and proposal deadlines;

• Update and maintain existing financial tracking systems for all institutional grants and contributions;

• Maintain organized and updated records in the database and on a shared drive on institutional contacts and proposal and reporting deadlines;

• Maintain working knowledge of programmatic priorities and current issues and events as they occur;

• Track in database and report on activity and deadlines for institutional funder portfolio;

• Coordinate and support Foundation Relations Officer in preparing materials for internal meetings that align stakeholder and staff expectations and agreements on grant deliverables;

• Provide executive-level support to senior staff in preparation for solicitation or stewardship opportunities, including supporting the Foundation Relations Officer in creating concise briefing materials in advance of meetings with donors and prospects;

• Qualify new prospects for assignment to the institutional portfolio on a quarterly basis; and

• Develop and execute special cultivation and stewardship opportunities, such as small events for select donors/prospects in the portfolio.

Essential Duties – Coordination and Facilitation

• Collaborate with Accounting Department and Grants Accounting Manager;

• Collaborate with other departments, including Finance, Communications, and all Program Directors;

• Support senior and program staff on institutional donor engagement opportunities;

• Ensure funders receive timely and accurate reports on the use of their gifts and progress;

• Create memos, letters, emails, and other related pieces for institutional funders, prospects, program staff, and others; and

• Other duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities

• Special projects and other tasks as assigned by the Vice President, Development.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:

• Strong belief in the Lawyers’ Committee’s work and mission;

• Commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. Respect for differences in race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ability, and socioeconomic background;

• Strong people skills. Effective interpersonal and communication abilities with the capacity to communicate effectively and respectfully on the phone and in-person with donors, board members, volunteers, staff, and the general public;

• Detailed-oriented self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

• Excellent written communication and presentation skills;

• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex themes and activities into a short, compelling presentation or written piece. Familiarity with talking about utilizing litigation and policy to promote social justice is helpful;

• Outstanding interpersonal and oral communication skills;

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3-6 years of professional experience with at least 1-2 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising;

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously to meet deadlines;

• A confident and professional work style. Ability to work independently, take the initiative and exercise good judgment in stressful circumstances. Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve;

• Experience with donor database management and systems to track fundraising campaigns, ensuring complete, accurate, secure, and private donor and campaign records;

• Proficiency with donor databases, preference for Raisers Edge, and office technology and information systems (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); and

• Ability to work occasional overtime or irregular hours.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to:  https://podio.com/webforms/27311613/2106181

No calls will be accepted. The position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Salary and benefits are competitive for a nonprofit legal organization. Staff Benefits include Employer Sponsored (Medical, Dental, and Group Life & AD&D); Voluntary Benefits (Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Supplemental Life) coverage; the opportunity to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Plan; Voluntary Flexible Spending (Medical and Dependent Care) and Stipends (Cell Phone and Commuter/Parking Benefits); 12 paid Holidays; and Vacation/Sick days.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.

Accessibility Assistance: Although calls will not be accepted regarding questions about the position, if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing the online application, please call 202-662-8600 and ask for an applicant accommodation; send an email with the subject line “Applicant Accommodation” to accommodation@lawyerscommittee.org

The Organization

About Francis Parker School:

Francis Parker School is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California with 1315 students in grades JK-12. Founded in 1912, the school’s mission is “to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.” Francis Parker School has two campuses in close proximity. One in Mission Hills (Lower School JK-5), and a second in Linda Vista (Middle and Upper School 6-8 and 9-12, respectively).

Job Description:

The Francis Parker Advancement Office is committed to support and expand the School’s culture of philanthropy, and the Director plays a vital role in fulfilling this commitment. The Director of Alumni Relations is charged with meeting annual goals for fundraising, alumni engagement, and managing related events and fundraising programs.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Engagement and Stewardship:

·                     Plan, assist, attend, and support regional, local, and on-site alumni engagement events (e.g.,  homecoming, reunion, Alumni Impact Month, etc.)

·                     Ability to travel 15% of the time to visit alumni and host regional alumni events

·                     Develop and/or expand affinity and young alumni programming

·                     Develop online directory for alumni-student networking

·                     Engage and coordinate faculty and staff participation in alumni events (i.e., master classes, regional travel, etc.)

·                     Assist with effective stewardship and recognition of individual donors, including print and electronic recognition, events, and personalized stewardship

·                     Oversee and execute a robust reunion engagement and giving program

·                     Oversee, build, and manage alumni recognition awards (i.e., athletic, arts, and distinguished), ceremonies, and events; implement new awards (i.e., rising star and outstanding)

Fundraising:

·                     Plan, strategize, and organize annual alumni giving programs and campaigns (e.g., Alumni Giving Days of Impact)

·                     Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual alumni donors with annual giving potential of $5,000 or less

·                     Maintain an active portfolio of 50+ alumni and alumni family donors for personal solicitations

·                     Create and execute all digital annual giving appeals using multi-media platforms

·                     Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to assist with alumni giving programs and campaigns

·                     Grow alumni giving participation and increase loyalty giving 

Communications:

·                     Maintain a communication strategy in collaboration with communication office to ensure that alumni are informed and connected

·                     Curate and manage the Parker Alumni Connection e-newsletter, alumni pages of the Parker Magazine (i.e., class notes and profiles) and the School’s website

·                     Oversee School’s archives collection and annual review, entry, and removal of archived material

Database and reporting:

·                     Update and manage all alumni dashboards; ability to run reports, manage data, and ensure data accuracy

·                     Work collaboratively with the Advancement Services Administrator to update alumni records on the database and on the portal, and to track all volunteer activities and attendance

·                     Use outside databases (e.g., Give Campus, LinkedIn) to gather data and support engagement and annual giving efforts.

·                     Ensure constituent records are up to date and have all the correct biographical and gift information

Staff Support:

·                     Staff the alumni council by providing exceptional and timely materials, resources, and support

·                     Attend all Advancement events; help to ensure successful execution of events and engagement activities

·                     Attend select School-wide events to meet and interact with community members

·                     Will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holiday weekends as needed

·                     Others duties as assigned

Qualifications:

●       Bachelor’s degree is required

●       Minimum 3 years of experience in engagement and/or recruitment programs

●       Knowledge of fundraising

●       Track record cultivating clients/prospects

●       Broad experience working in an outward-facing capacity

●       Represents the highest level of professionalism

●       Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

●       Demonstrates a can-do attitude and takes initiative

●       Creative thinking and eager to learn and seek new ways to engage the community

●       Strong organizational skills

●       Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks appropriately

●       Motivated and works well in a team environment

●       Advanced relationship-building skills

●       Fluent in computer CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite

Salary and Benefits:

Francis Parker School is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a substantial compensation plan, including competitive salary, TIAA retirement benefits and full medical/dental coverage. Individual salary is negotiable depending on years of experience and educational background.

Non-Discrimination:

Francis Parker School values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Application Process:

If interested in the position, please fill out the electronic Francis Parker School Employment Application HERE. You will need to upload the following documents during this process: a cover letter and resume.

If you CANNOT or DO NOT wish to submit your application through the link above, a cover letter, resume, and a completed employment application (https://hipaa.jotform.com/220175101423136) should be submitted electronically to:

Shara Freeman Hoefel, Assistant Head of School for External Relations
advjobs@francisparker.org

Please find the PDF of our employment application here: find it here (https://www.francisparker.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Parker-Employment-Application-Revised-1-22.pdf)

Please indicate which position you are applying for in the subject line.

https://www.francisparker.org/about-us-/employment

The Organization

Lincoln Park Zoo is a privately managed, free-to-visit 501(c)(3) that is funded primarily by individual contributions, grants, and earned revenue. The zoo employs about 300 full-time and seasonal workers, and its operating budget hovers around $34 million annually.

Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the oldest zoos, yet one of the most progressive. It is a hub for youth programs and learning, and also a collection of university-style science centers. The zoo cares for plants and animals that live on its grounds, as well as leads boots-on-the-ground conservation work in Chicago and beyond to protect their counterparts in the wild. Lincoln Park Zoo is a leader among zoos and aquariums, but always strives to do better.

Guided by the three programmatic pillars of Care, Community, and Conservation (and a fourth, internal “C,” Culture), zoo staff works every day to build a better world for wildlife, one another, and the planet. The tagline, “For Wildlife. For All.” drives business decisions; Lincoln Park Zoo is passionate about wildlife and about being free and open to all, 365 days a year.

Lincoln Park Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program.

Position Overview

The past couple of years have been among of the most challenging and inspiring years in the history of Lincoln Park Zoo. The unwavering support and dedication of members, staff, volunteers, and friends have helped the zoo find its way through a maze of twists and turns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the zoo is prouder than ever to continue putting science first and seeking data-driven solutions for decision-making and operations. From individual animal welfare to conservation projects, from a zoo reopening to the public to the new Pepper Family Wildlife Center featuring a state-of-the-art habitat for lions and refreshed housing for other big cats and mammals, the zoo continues to enhance and expand its presence in Chicagoland and throughout the world of conservation and science. The zoo has striven for that presence to be a welcoming one and long championed inclusion by prioritizing free admission, and it is committed to an ongoing process of creating a more inclusive guest and staff experience.

Under the visionary leadership of its first female and first scientist President & CEO, Megan Ross, Ph.D., the zoo now stands poised to embark on a strategic and campus planning process to chart its ongoing preeminence, which will inform a forthcoming capital campaign.

Amid this backdrop of excellence and forward-looking investment, Lincoln Park Zoo seeks candidates for Vice President of Development (Vice President). The Vice President oversees the Development department and all fundraising, membership, board relations, and government affairs for the institution. They will serve as the chief strategist and ambassador for all fundraising initiatives, including special and capital campaigns, and work closely with other zoo leaders to achieve short and long-term fundraising goals. The Development department supports the President & CEO in advancing the zoo’s mission, vision, and values within the organization, greater community, and globally.

The Vice President of Development will be a senior member of Lincoln Park Zoo’s administrative team, working cohesively with senior leadership and departments across the zoo. They should have a passion for wildlife conservation and experience leading a large department that raises $20-$25 million in annual revenue comprised of membership, annual giving, major and planned giving, corporate, foundation and board relations, including the Board of Trustees, Women’s, and Auxiliary Boards. The new leader, in collaboration with the President & CEO, will take the zoo’s development department into a new era with enhanced board and donor engagement, sophisticated data and financial management, and by identifying new sustainable sources of revenue. The Vice President will manage the team of approximately 20 professionals to meet annual revenue and donor engagement goals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

While Lincoln Park Zoo will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate will have the following qualifications/experience.

– Passion for conservation, wildlife, and the mission of Lincoln Park Zoo. Ability to authentically engage and inspire others as a senior representative of the organization.

– Minimum of 10 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, serving in roles with progressive levels of responsibility, including experience with the following: individual giving, institutional giving, major gifts, annual giving/membership, planned giving, capital campaign, donor and board relations, stewardship, events, and development operations.

– Knowledge of and fundamental adherence to the principles, ethics, and best practices of modern fundraising, including the integration of various giving programs to diversify the funding base and cultivate greater donor commitments.

– Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of how to build diversity, equity, and inclusion in the development function; culturally competent with respect to issues such as racial, cultural, religious, sexual, and gender identity.

– Minimum of seven years in management roles with increasing responsibilities. Ability to lead, recruit, evaluate, and develop a diverse team of development professionals and contribute to the ongoing fostering of a high-functioning, results-oriented, multi-racial/multi-ethnic workforce. Track record of managing projects, program and staff resources, and budgets judiciously and resourcefully, while maintaining clear goals and shared accountability.

– Demonstrated success in developing a strong and winning case for support, as well as a successful communications plan, and in making strategic, innovative fundraising plans, and executing those plans to grow fundraising and exceed goals. Demonstrated experience cultivating, training, building relationships with, and working in collaboration with executives, senior staff, and volunteer leaders on development-related activities.

– Previous experience partnering with leadership to set strategies, establish priorities and goals for both annual and capital campaigns.

– Successful track record of personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts from individual and institutional donors at the level of six to seven-figures and greater.

– Capable of extracting and analyzing data to make effective, efficient decisions about donor strategy and process. Working knowledge of computer software and modern data management practices and innovations that can streamline advancement processes and contribute to the integration of related functions. Experience with Raiser’s Edge and/or Salesforce desirable.

– Understanding of the players, strategies, and trends relevant to the Chicago philanthropic community.

– Flexibility to travel, consistent with public health guidelines.

– Bachelor’s degree; comparable combination of education, experience, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skills, and ability required may qualify an individual.

How To Apply

Lincoln Park Zoo is committed to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All.

Lincoln Park Zoo has retained the DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice of the Diversified Search Group to assist in this confidential search process. Inquiries, nominations, and applications (current resumes and cover letters) should be directed electronically to:

Gerard F. Cattie, Jr.
Managing Director and DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice Leader
Diversified Search Group
The Chrysler Building,
405 Lexington Avenue, 49th Floor,
New York, New York 10174
gerard.cattie@divsearch.com | 212.542.2587