New York, NY

Program Assistant, Racial Justice, Trinity Church Wall Street

The Organization

Trinity is a growing and inclusive Episcopal community in Lower Manhattan that seeks to serve and heal the world through a wide range of ministries and programs. Join a team of more than 200 employees in New York City who are working to make a difference in people’s lives and transform communities.

Our work is grounded in our core values of faith, integrity, inclusiveness, compassion, social justice, and stewardship.

Trinity’s culture celebrates diversity, and our employees come from a variety of cultural, religious, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds. We all share a common mission: to build generations of faithful leadership, to build up neighborhoods, and to build financial capacity for holy service in New York City and around the world.

Now is an especially exciting time for employees to join Trinity as we are in a phase of expansion. In the coming years we will be hiring to facilitate the growth of programs at Trinity Commons (our new parish center) and our increasing philanthropic activities at home and abroad.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Assistant provides administrative and programming support to the Racial Justice team. The team includes a Managing Director, Senior Program Director, and Senior Program Officer. Trinity has made a commitment to racial justice a pressing priority and deploys grants, programs, advocacy, convenings, and its communications platforms with a particular goal of ending mass incarceration in New York City. The Program Assistant works closely with others in the Racial Justice team to manage workflows and ensure smooth operations of the unit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Grantmaking

  • Under the direction of and in partnership with the Senior Program Officer and Senior Program Director:
  • Processes applicant registration requests.
  • Assists in reviewing and organizing grant proposals and reports.
  • Provides communication support and responds to email and phone inquiries about the grantmaking process.
  • Assists in writing grant documents and compiling budget information for review by Trinity Church Wall Street’s Vestry and others.
  • Maintains up-to-date contact information for grantees, partners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Maintains organized files and records and a system of tracking, monitoring, and prioritizing tasks.
  • Contacts grantees to resolve routine reporting problems and administrative issues.
  • Develops and deepens knowledge of the racial justice field and grantmaking practices through independent, proactive research and by participating in approved meetings, conferences, and convenings.

Administrative

  • Maintains team calendar, provides scheduling support to staff, and identifies potential conflicts or synergies.
  • Handles logistics for team meetings and events including set-up, scheduling rooms, IT notification, food, materials, etc.
  • Prepares materials for team meetings and handles necessary follow-up.
  • Attends meetings; records and writes notes.
  • Compiles and processes expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests.
  • Supports Senior Program Officer in scheduling and planning grantee convenings, trainings and events, including coordinating arrangements for guests, handling logistics, and preparing materials.
  • Coordinates and manages travel arrangements for team events where efficiencies can be realized through collective booking.
  • Coordinates with other program assistants in the Philanthropies team on scheduling, events, and department-wide activities.
  • Facilitates collaboration with other departments, such as Communications, IT, Real Estate, Finance and Legal as required.
  • Proactively suggests ideas for process and system improvements.
  • Contributes to team discussions and planning.
  • Adheres to confidentiality rules and all other Trinity Church Wall Street policies, procedures, and rules.
  • Performs all duties in a manner that promotes Trinity’s mission and core values.
  • Assumes other related responsibilities and special projects as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Computer literacy and proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with meeting planning and related logistics.
  • Detail-oriented, and excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability to exercise strong judgment and initiative.
  • Demonstrates the ability to prioritize, accurately complete multiple tasks, and work under deadlines and changing priorities.
  • Demonstrates flexibility when assigned new tasks, goals, and systems and processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and possesses the ability to relate well with people within and outside Trinity, including the ability to build relationships.
  • Creative; problem solver.
  • Team player and experience working in a team context.
  • Commitment to social justice and racial equity.

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CREDENTIALS

  • A minimum of two years of administrative or program experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent combination of training and/or work experience.
  • Familiarity with social justice movements.
  • Familiarity with database management programs (Experience with Fluxx highly desirable).
  • Knowledge of and experience in nonprofit organizations and/or the philanthropic sector.
  • Individuals with relevant personal experience with the justice system are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply: Please apply online at

https://trinitywallstreet.org/about/careers

 

New Orleans, LA

Director of Environmental Programs, Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF)

The Organization

The Greater New Orleans Foundation has been a trusted philanthropic leader in the 13-parish Greater New Orleans region for nearly 100 years. Our vision is to create a vibrant, sustainable, and just region for all, and our mission is to drive positive impact through philanthropy, leadership, and action. As a community foundation, our resources are comprised of more than 900 charitable funds established by individuals, businesses, and organizations with a passion for charitable giving and a deep commitment to the Greater New Orleans region. As a civic leader, we bring together passionate people from nonprofits, business, government, and philanthropy to address our region’s greatest challenges.

The Foundation is an inspiring, engaging, challenging, thought-provoking, diverse, and dynamic place to work and advance your career. We pride ourselves on investing in high-quality staff members and encouraging success by allowing individuals the opportunity to both contribute and enhance their skills and talents as well as to share their unique perspectives as we address community challenges. Our workplace environment nurtures a diverse team and results in a broad base of staff knowledge and talent.

Position Overview

Director-level positions at the Foundation are exciting, multifaceted roles that include a mix of strategic leadership over important local and regional issues and tactical execution. Our Directors operate as civic leaders within their area of focus; they build coalitions, leverage their content expertise, influence change in the public sector, and secure funding to allow the ecosystem’s work to flourish. They lead local and regional initiatives, designing programs, driving high-quality evaluation, and serving as a key public voice in their area of focus. More than just great thinkers, our Directors are doers. They not only conceptualize the ideas that drive us forward, but they implement them as well.

The Director of Environmental Programs (DEP) will lead core programs critical for advancing our theory of change, including sustainability and resilience, urban management, and the acute coastal land loss challenges facing Louisiana. The DEP should bring a strong understanding of these topics and the broad scope of environmental issues, including climate adaptation and mitigation, as well as utilizing a racial equity lens in grantmaking. You can learn more about the Foundation’s environmental programs and initiatives here.

The Director of Environmental Programs reports directly to the Vice President for Programs and is supported by one Program Officer and Program Associate who provide cross-functional support for the Programs Department, with additional support available pending the programs funded at the time.

Principal Duties

Environmental Strategy and Programs

  • Establish and maintain a deep understanding of rural and urban environmental concerns in the Greater New Orleans region, including the severe effects of climate change on the coast and in our cities.
  • Design and recommend environmental strategies for the Foundation and support environmental strategy development as part of the Foundation’s overarching strategic planning processes.
  • Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of environmental programs, program elements, and projects. Ensure proactive identification of opportunities.
  • As appropriate, perform technical and administrative duties to support the implementation of program activities.
  • Design, facilitate, and report on convenings with nonprofits, grantees, and cross-sector partners.
  • Identify and lead fundraising and resource development efforts that fund the Foundation’s Environmental Programs, in collaboration with the Vice President of Programs and Foundation’s Development Department.

External Relations & Communications

  • Connect with leaders in the Gulf Coast region and across the country, and regularly meet and work with organizations, leaders, and experts on environmental issues.
  • Use existing tools and protocols to collect, analyze, and interpret information to effectively communicate about the environment and the Foundation’s Environmental Initiatives to diverse audiences.
  • Develop, write, and maintain a variety of reports, documents, correspondence, and records related to areas of assigned responsibility. Conduct presentations regarding these materials and other matters related to the environment on behalf of the Foundation.
  • Staff and manage the environmental committee of the Foundation’s board and stakeholders in collaboration with the Vice President of Programs.
  • Represent the Foundation on boards, committees, and advisory groups locally, regionally, and nationally.

Cross-Program and Cross-Departmental Collaboration

  • Establish and maintain a broad understanding of all areas in which the Foundation works, including grantmaking and programs, and, under the supervision of the Vice President for Programs, actively seek opportunities for collaboration and cross-area work.
  • Seek opportunities for creating “synergies” or collaborations between areas, avoiding the isolation of working in a silo.
  • As a member of the Foundation’s Programs Department, provide occasional support for special projects and initiatives in other program areas or departments.
  • Collaborate with the Communications Department in efforts to share knowledge and information with external audiences, with the Development and Donor Relations Department in fundraising and donor relations efforts, and with the Finance and Administration Department to complete relevant requests.

Remain Flexible about Work Assignments

Because of the fluid and evolving nature of work at the Foundation, the Director of Environmental Programs may, from time to time, be asked to take on other assignments not covered in this position description. The Director of Environmental Programs is expected to demonstrate openness and flexibility when asked to take on these new assignments.

Required Qualifications

  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to simplify and effectively communicate complex topics.
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to work closely with outside vendors and monitor project budgets, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with and lead a team.
  • Strong growth and entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Receptiveness to feedback and course correction, and willingness to learn.
  • Steadiness and resilience under changing internal and external circumstances and needs.
  • A preference for a quick pace of work, while maintaining high levels of detail-orientation and accuracy.
  • Ability to operate as both a leader and a doer, executing programs in a “small shop” environment.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Experience & Education

  • Bachelor’s degree (master’s strongly preferred)
  • 7+ years experience working in environmental resilience or related areas. Gulf South experience preferred.
  • History of successfully engaging diverse audiences in conversation about the environment.
  • Experience working with low-income communities, rural communities, and grassroots organizations.
  • Understanding and agility in navigating varied political environments, including management priorities, staff roles and responsibilities, and external factors impacting the Foundation.
  • Experience with fund development, including grant-writing, reporting, budget development, and prospecting.
  • Experience with program design, grantmaking, evaluation, and research.
  • Experience and strength managing partnerships and coordinating across initiatives.
  • Salary commensurate with experience.

How To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to careers@gnof.org. Only complete applications will be considered. A writing sample will be requested for candidates who advance to late-stage interviews.

New Orleans, LA

Director of Nonprofit Leadership & Effectiveness, Greater New Orleans Foundation

The Organization

The Greater New Orleans Foundation has been a trusted philanthropic leader in the 13-parish Greater New Orleans region for nearly 100 years. Our vision is to create a vibrant, sustainable, and just region for all, and our mission is to drive positive impact through philanthropy, leadership, and action. As a community foundation, our resources are comprised of more than 900 charitable funds established by individuals, businesses, and organizations with a passion for charitable giving and a deep commitment to the Greater New Orleans region. As a civic leader, we bring together passionate people from nonprofits, business, government, and philanthropy to address our region’s greatest challenges.

The Foundation is an inspiring, engaging, challenging, thought-provoking, diverse, and dynamic place to work and advance your career. We pride ourselves on investing in high-quality staff members and encouraging success by allowing individuals the opportunity to both contribute and enhance their skills and talents as well as to share their unique perspectives as we address community challenges. Our workplace environment nurtures a diverse team and results in a broad base of staff knowledge and talent.

Position Overview

Director-level positions at the Foundation are exciting, multifaceted roles that include a mix of strategic leadership over important local and regional issues and tactical execution. Our Directors operate as civic leaders within their area of focus; they build coalitions, leverage their content expertise, influence change in the public sector, and secure funding to allow the ecosystem’s work to flourish. They lead local and regional initiatives, designing programs, driving high-quality evaluation, and serving as a key public voice in their area of focus. More than just great thinkers, our Directors are doers. They not only conceptualize the ideas that drive us forward, but they implement them as well.

The Director of Nonprofit Leadership and Effectiveness (DNLE) is responsible for designing and leading programs that strengthen the region’s nonprofit organizations and increase the effectiveness of the Foundation’s programmatic and grantmaking work. Current areas of focus for the Foundation’s Nonprofit Leadership and Effectiveness work include direct technical assistance and training to nonprofit leaders and boards; connecting nonprofits with funding, knowledge, networking, and training resources; administering grants to support organizational effectiveness work with key nonprofits; supporting nonprofits seeking strategic partnerships and mergers, and broadly working to increase the impact and sustainability of the nonprofit ecosystem. You can learn more about the Foundation’s nonprofit leadership and effectiveness programs and initiatives here.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of the nonprofit sector and nonprofit organizations including governance, organizational structures, collaboration and mergers, program evaluation, and financial management, as well as the ability to design training programs tailored to adult audiences and partner with external consultants and partners to achieve maximum impact.

The DNLE reports directly to the Vice President for Programs and is supported by one or more Program Associate(s), pending the programs funded at the time.

Principal Duties

Nonprofit Leadership & Effectiveness Programs

Lead the design, development, implementation, and monitoring of NLE programs, program elements, or projects. Specific activities include:

  • Design and commission training for cohorts of nonprofit organizations. Focus on issues that are key to improving organizational performance, such as evaluation, financial management, planning, technology, communications, leadership development, performance management, human resources, board governance, and board development.
  • Connect nonprofits with knowledge, networking, and training resources. Leverage the Foundation’s communications capabilities to connect nonprofits with the resources they need to improve and sustain their work.
  • Design and administer capacity-building grants to support organizational effectiveness work at key nonprofits. Ranging from $10,000 to $25,000, these grants enable key organizations in education, youth development, health, affordable housing, job training, the environment, and other areas to work with skilled consultants to improve organizational effectiveness, sustainability, and impact.
  • Develop and maintain a diverse network of high-quality local and national technical assistance providers, consultants, and coaches that work with nonprofits with expertise in the areas of governance, operations, leadership, planning, strategic communications, finance, and evaluation.
  • Provide coaching and technical assistance to capacity-building grantees including strategic restructuring projects and mergers.
  • Design, facilitate, and report on convenings with nonprofits, grantees, and cross-sector partners.
  • Develop and lead data collection, evaluation, and research projects including studies on the nonprofit sector.
  • Identify and lead fundraising and resource development efforts that fund the Foundation’s NLE Programs, in collaboration with the Vice President for Programs and the Foundation’s Development and Donor Relations Department.
  • Continue proactive identification of NLE programming opportunities, and take appropriate action to bring opportunities to life.

External Relations & Communications

  • Connect with leaders in the region, and regularly meet and work with organizations, leaders, and experts to advance the Foundation’s NLE priorities.
  • Use existing tools and protocols to collect, analyze, and interpret information to effectively communicate about the Foundation’s NLE work to diverse audiences.
  • Develop, write, and maintain a variety of reports, documents, correspondence, and records related to areas of assigned responsibility. Conduct presentations regarding these materials and other matters related to NLE on behalf of the Foundation.

Cross-Program and Cross-Departmental Collaboration

  • Design and recommend NLE strategies for the Foundation directly to the Vice President for Programs, and support NLE strategy development as part of the Foundation’s overarching strategic planning processes.
  • Establish and maintain a broad understanding of all of the areas in which the Foundation provides funding and, under the supervision of the Vice President for Programs, actively seek opportunities for collaboration and cross-area work.
  • Seek opportunities for creating “synergies” or collaborations both within the Foundation and with partners across the region, avoiding the isolation of working in a silo.
  • As a member of the Foundation’s Programs Department, provide occasional support for special projects and initiatives in other program areas or departments.
  • Collaborate with the Communications Department in efforts to share knowledge and information with external audiences, with the Development and Donor Relations Department in fundraising efforts, and with the Finance and Administration Department to complete relevant requests.

Remain Flexible about Work Assignments

Because of the fluid and evolving nature of work at the Foundation, the Director of Nonprofit Leadership & Effectiveness may, from time to time, be asked to take on other assignments not covered in this position description. The Director of Nonprofit Leadership & Effectiveness is expected to demonstrate openness and flexibility when asked to take on these new assignments.

Required Qualifications

  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to simplify and effectively communicate complex topics.
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to work closely with outside vendors and monitor project budgets, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with and lead a team.
  • Strong growth and entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Receptiveness to feedback and course correction, and willingness to learn.
  • Steadiness and resilience under changing internal and external circumstances and needs.
  • A preference for a quick pace of work, while maintaining high levels of detail-orientation and accuracy.
  • Ability to operate as both a leader and a doer, executing programs in a “small shop” environment.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Experience & Education

  • Bachelor’s degree (master’s strongly preferred)
  • 7+ years experience working in environmental resilience or related areas. Gulf South experience preferred.
  • History of successfully engaging diverse audiences in conversation about the environment.
  • Experience working with low-income communities, rural communities, and grassroots organizations.
  • Understanding and agility in navigating varied political environments, including management priorities, staff roles and responsibilities, and external factors impacting the Foundation.
  • Experience with fund development, including grant-writing, reporting, budget development, and prospecting.
  • Experience with program design, grantmaking, evaluation, and research.
  • Experience and strength managing partnerships and coordinating across initiatives.
  • Salary commensurate with experience.

How To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to careers@gnof.org. Only complete applications will be considered. A writing sample will be requested for candidates who advance to late-stage interviews.

Burlington & Peabody, MA

Assistant Vice President, Philanthropy, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

The Organization

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center (LHMC), a physician-led, tertiary medical center and teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine, seeks a seasoned fundraising leader to serve as a thought partner to philanthropy leadership in building and strengthening a best-practice, front-line fundraising program currently raising $10+ million annually. The Assistant Vice President, Philanthropy (AVP) will guide and mentor a growing team of gift officers and champion a niche donor portfolio in achieving ambitious annual and multi-year fundraising goals.

LHMC is a member of Beth Israel Lahey Health, Massachusetts’ second largest health system comprising academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, community and specialty hospitals, and more than 4,000 physicians and 35,000 employees serving 1M+ people. Founded in 1923 by Dr. Frank Lahey with the goal of coordinating all of patients’ needs under one roof, LHMC remains committed to putting the patient first, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety (evidenced by an “A” grade from Leapfrog for the ninth consecutive year). It shares a collective mission with its partner organizations to expand access to exceptional and affordable care, improve patient outcomes, and advance the science and practice of medicine through ground-breaking research and education.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Vice President, Philanthropy (VP), the AVP serves as a key member of the philanthropy leadership team in driving annual and multi-year fundraising strategies, programs and goals. Bringing a growth mindset to the role, the AVP oversees a team of six toward successful achievement of individual and departmental fundraising goals, and personally manages a portfolio of 75+ highly-rated donors and prospects. The AVP may also have responsibility for philanthropy-related activities of one or more priority clinical or specialty areas, working with physicians, volunteers and lay leaders. Additional responsibilities include working with BILH Central Services to maximize prospect research, shape key institutional development-related messages, and ensure strategically and fiscally sound cultivation experiences – all toward building and strengthening LHMC’s donor pipeline; and working with colleagues to coordinate donor activity across the system to increase overall engagement and giving.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate is an accomplished fundraiser with success raising significant and complex major and planned gifts (six- to seven-figure) while guiding a team of front-line fundraisers; a values-driven team player who builds consensus while engendering trust, confidence and credibility; entrepreneurial and highly motivated with the confidence and expertise to contribute to strategy and goal-setting; organized with a strong operational focus and bias for action; and, is a superb communicator and consummate relationship manager, adept at working with a wide range of individuals from administrative, clinical and lay leaders to sophisticated, affluent donors and grateful patients. Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years’ progressive fundraising experience (5+ years’ supervisory). Healthcare fundraising experience a plus.

EOE M/F/VET/DISABILITY/GENDER IDENTITY/SEXUAL ORIENTATION

How To Apply

This is a retained executive search of Exceptional Executive Search.

For more information, contact info@eesrecruit.com.

Washington, DC

Director of Finance & Accounting/Controller, Bezos Earth Fund

The Organization

The Bezos Earth Fund works with partners to combat climate change and protect the natural world so people and ecosystems can thrive. Founded in 2020 by Jeff Bezos with a $10 billion philanthropic commitment, the largest philanthropic commitment ever made to fight climate change and protect nature, the Earth Fund is now building its team, strategy, and portfolio of philanthropic work.

Position Overview

The Earth Fund is seeking a Director of Finance & Accounting/Controller to serve as an expert advisor to senior leadership, providing guidance that will significantly advance compliance and financial stewardship. This role will provide critical leadership ensuring both forward-looking financial planning and the daily management of accounting and finance functions in alignment with the Earth Fund’s mission, goals and budget.

How To Apply

The Bezos Earth Fund has exclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit https://the360group.us/BEF_DFAC_PD.pdf to review the complete position description, which includes detailed application instructions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; earlier applicants may receive priority consideration. To be considered, The 360 Group encourages all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

Flexible, USA

Executive Director, Fund for a Safer Future

The Organization
Following the tragic shooting of 19 people in Tucson, Arizona, five funders, led by The Joyce Foundation, created the Fund for a Safer Future. FSF is a project of New Venture Fund (NVF), a 501(c)(3) public charity that incubates new and innovative public-interest projects and grant-making programs. Since its inception, more than 30 funders have contributed and collectively disbursed more than $15 million to gun violence prevention (GVP) work nationwide. In addition, funders have contributed $107 million in aligned grantmaking in the field outside of the Fund. Grantees include Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Prevention and Policy, Cities United, Duke University School of Medicine, Yale Law School, the Campaign to Keep Guns Off Campus, and the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform.

Position Overview

Fund for a Safer Future (FSF or the Fund), a national donor collaborative with a vision of a country where everyone is safe from gun violence, seeks applications and nominations for Executive Director. Launched in 2011 and housed at the New Venture Fund, the Fund’s mission is to strengthen the gun violence prevention community’s capacity to develop and implement smart policy, mobilize supporters, summon the best available research, expand the capacity of community violence intervention programs, advance Second Amendment litigation strategies, and resist the gun lobby’s opposition to common sense reform. More than 30 members strong, FSF is working to reduce gun violence by supporting community-based solutions, research, and state and federal policy change. After ten successful years, FSF seeks to engage its first fulltime Executive Director to more actively manage grantmaking, donor engagement, and fundraising objectives. With a strong track record in raising funds and impacting gun violence prevention policy and practice, the Executive Director will be well-positioned to build on success and forward momentum. This is a unique opportunity to coalesce and support philanthropy’s growing investment in gun violence prevention to achieve even greater strategic impact.

Strong candidates will bring experience and leadership in gun violence prevention and/or a related social justice field and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the integration of philanthropy, civic engagement, and policy reform, with experience in managing these relationships effectively. They will be responsible for all fundraising, including recruiting new donor members and retention of existing members, in partnership with the FSF executive committee. Reporting to the President of the New Venture Fund, the ED will manage all aspects of the Fund’s grantmaking, and ensure proactive and coordinated communications to members, the field, and the public.

THE SKILLS YOU’LL NEED

While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:
• Passion for gun violence prevention and experience working in a related social justice and/or public health field.
• Experience managing collaborative initiatives and innovative programs that advance shared values and goals; vision to drive an idea from concept to reality and commitment to developing timely, responsive, and field-relevant programs and initiatives.
• Highly relational with capacity to develop effective, engaging messages for diverse audiences in context.
• Exceptional writing skills to convey key messages, interpretations, and action steps accurately, clearly, succinctly, and quickly to ensure respectful engagement.
• Five years or more experience in leadership position and/or deep expertise in a related field, with progressively greater responsibilities.
• Experience driving fundraising and effectively engaging donors to build and sustain movements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the integration of philanthropy, civic engagement, and policy reform, with effective experience in managing these relationships. Experience building grassroots movements and/or community organizing is highly valued.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a convener, facilitator, and collaborator, including professionally managing sensitive topics and information.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to think creatively and strategically, in both the design and execution of programs.
• Experience collaborating with persons and communities of diverse cultural, economic, social, and ethnic backgrounds; proven capacity for centering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all facets of organizational management.
• The ability to work in a complex environment with many partners, and to maintain confidence when working with sensitive and proprietary information.
• Budgeting and financial acumen, sufficient to organize and manage project and sub-grant budgets.
• Willing to continuously acquire new skills and knowledge and share with partners and colleagues.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines effectively, while working with limited direct supervision and without the benefit of support staff.
• Bachelor’s degree. An advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.

How To Apply

More information about the Fund for a Safer Future may be found at: www.fundforasaferfuture.org

This search is being led by Allison Kupfer Poteet and Britni Russell Bianchi of NPAG. Candidates are welcome to submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG’s website.

Fund for a Safer Future is a project of New Venture Fund (NVF), a 501(c)(3) public charity that incubates new and innovative public-interest projects and grant-making programs. NVF is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. NVF’s work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.

Grayslake, IL

Executive Director, Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County

The Organization

The Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County (HFNLC) is committed to improving the health status of uninsured and underserved residents in northern Lake County through improving access to comprehensive and integrated care. This takes place through investing in programs that target marginalized individuals and families and underserved neighborhoods and communities. Throughout its history, the Foundation has built the capacity of nonprofit organizations and the health system/continuum of care, reduced unnecessary treatments, hospitalizations and emergency visits, and decreased healthcare costs to consumers and the community.

Over the past 15 years, the Foundation has awarded over $27.8 million dollars to over 80 organizations that improve access to health services for those most in need in northern Lake County. Notable accomplishments include addressing the dearth of mental health services in northern Lake County, launching the first school-based health center in this area, partnering with local universities to create pipelines of health care providers to work in northern Lake County and creating unique cross-sector partnerships to improve system capacity.

Northern Lake County is comprised of diverse communities with wide-ranging needs and organizations that serve them. A lack of social services and healthcare providers, low health literacy levels among residents and growing poverty are among the issues that affect healthcare access today. As needs continue to grow, the nonprofit community must continue to improve its ability to serve those most in need. To this end, in addition to funding programs that facilitate or provide access to healthcare, HFNLC strives to build capacity of health services in northern Lake County through increasing program effectiveness, ensuring organizational sustainability, and leveraging healthcare resources.

Position Overview

The Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County seeks a proven leader whose passion for service to the community is demonstrated by a career-long dedication to improving the human condition.  As a leader with exceptional leadership ability, this person must exhibit success in collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders.  Experience convening people sharing disparate interests and concerns – so that the aspirations and goals of HFNLC are pursued in a collegial, transparent and highly participatory manner – is essential.

The ability to communicate exceptionally well in oral and written form is necessary for success in this position.  As the key spokesperson for the Foundation, this person must be able to speak extemporaneously in public in a clear and cogent fashion to build trust and credibility.  The qualified candidate must demonstrate success in reaching out to the community, participating with people of diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, and listening to and building rapport with those who have varying viewpoints and perceptions.  High integrity, sound judgment and humility are essential for success in this role.

HFNLC seeks a leader who is an organization builder, with preference for a candidate who has healthcare or health programming experience.  This person should demonstrate an ability to raise awareness and to clearly articulate a message about the Foundation’s vision and purpose. The ideal candidate will show a high level of empathy and compassion for others, especially communities of color who will be impacted by his or her actions. Participation in the life of the community in which he or she lives and/or works as evidenced by a high level of civic involvement, public service and volunteerism is expected.

Career experience in a top leadership position with a large grantmaking foundation is highly valued, but not required. Career knowledge of public health issues in Lake County/greater Chicagoland is desirable and advantageous. A management style that is open, collaborative and empowering of others would be ideal. Political astuteness, intellectual ability, business and financial savvy, natural optimism, analytical ability, good listening skills, and a sense of humor are some of the more important personal attributes HFNLC seeks. At minimum, a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is expected. Formal education at the graduate level is preferred.

The salary range for this position is between $200,000 and $215,000 and will be commensurable with experience. HFNLC offers a benefits package, including health insurance compensation, 8 paid holidays, vacation, and a generous 403b plan.

How To Apply

To apply, submit a current resume and letter of introduction to Kittleman & Associates, LLC at https://bit.ly/3ngtM51 (click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page).

For more information about Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County, Inc. visit https://www.hfnlc.org/

Los Angeles, CA

Development Operations Assistant, ACLU of Southern California

The Organization

The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California (ACLU SoCal) seeks a Development Operations Assistant.

Founded in 1923, the ACLU SoCal has been at the forefront of many major efforts to protect civil liberties, civil rights, and equal justice in California. Principled and nonpartisan, ACLU SoCal has offices in Los Angeles, Orange County (Orange), the Inland Empire (San Bernardino), and Kern County (Bakersfield). ACLU SoCal tackles a vast array of issues, including criminal justice, police practices, First Amendment rights, gender equity and reproductive justice, LGBTQ rights, immigrants’ rights, education equity, and economic justice.

OVERVIEW

The Development Operations Assistant supports the Development Department by handling gift processing and acknowledging, daily database and administrative duties, and provides key internal support of Development operations and donor/member services.

The position will report to the Database Manager.

CLASSIFICATION

Full-time, Non-Exempt

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Gift Processing and Acknowledgment

·       Produce daily income report of monies the organization receives and distribute to Finance and Development Departments; make applicable check scans and save as appropriate; prep gifts for batching and deposit;

·       Process gifts and serve as back-up to the Database Manager;

·       Produce acknowledgment letters on a timely basis; Review donor acknowledgments for accuracy and action items that require follow-up;

·       Perform various departmental financial duties including processing of credit cards;

·       Maintain department’s electronic filing systems including uploading of pertinent acknowledgments, correspondence, and back-up documentation;

·       Prepares the routine distribution of membership income to National office;

Database Administration and Operations

·       Perform basic list pulls, basic reporting, and account creation and combining in database;

·       Ensure that donor/member contact information is consistently updated, accurate, and easily retrievable;

·       Manage mass upload process of donor interactions into database;

·       Assist with donor data entry and prospect research as needed;

 

Donor and Member Relations

·       Respond to and resolve donor and member services-related issues in a professional and courteous manner, including answering questions about how to give and on a range of general issues;

·       Assist with the fielding of calls from donors, members, and prospects;

·       Other stewardship and donor/member relations activities as assigned and required to advance the ACLU mission;

·       Provide support for mailings as needed;

Other

·       Participate in the Development Team as a cooperative, positive team player;

·       Help maintain a positive, respectful, welcoming, and professional environment for employees and volunteers;

·       Develop a solid understanding of ACLU’s structure, programs, office protocols, and equipment;

·       Attend certain ACLU functions and assist in other ways as assigned;

·       Other duties as assigned.

RACIAL EQUITY COMPETENCIES:

 

Understanding and Applying Racial Equity

·       Demonstrate commitment to building or deepening understand of racial equity:

o   Core terms and concepts such as structural racism, white privilege, and anti-Blackness;

o   The role that racial inequity has played and continues to play in our society;

o   How race impacts supervisory relationships, team dynamics, and organizational culture;

o   Personal/implicit/unconscious bias;

Working for Racial Equity

·       Consistently assess structural implications and racially disproportionate impacts of policies, activities, and decisions within the context of their job responsibilities; race/ethnicity, intersection of race/ethnicity, gender, identity, and/or sexual orientation;

·       Consistently adhere to organization’s racial equity policies and procedures, including those that relate to hiring, retention, and promotion;

·       Consistently identify and disrupt ways in which bias plays out in work and/or team;

QUALIFICATIONS

 

·       At least one year of work or equivalent experience in non-profit database administration (such as Salesforce);

·       Ability to handle challenging and sensitive donor and member relations situations professionally and with discretion;

·       Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and comfortable working with people with different backgrounds and experiences;

·       Strong organizational and time management skills, judgment, dependability, and punctuality;

·       Solution-oriented approach, including the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively;

·       Demonstrated willingness to take initiative while juggling several priorities all with readiness, optimism, and calm under pressure;

·       Must be available for some weekend and evening responsibilities;

·       Must be available for occasional limited local travel (within L.A. County);

·       Passionate about civil liberties and civil rights;

·       A professional approach and a commitment to a workplace that values and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstances;

·       Curiosity about people, a sense of humor, friendly, outgoing, and a strong team-oriented style.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

 

The salary range for this position is $25.60- $29.18. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance for staff members and their eligible dependents; life and long-term, short-term disability insurance; 401(k) plan with employer match; ample vacation and sick leave and fifteen paid holidays.

How To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter for “Development Operations Assistant” through our online Applicant Tracking Portal:  https://secure.onehcm.com/ta/ACLUSC.careers?ShowJob=402846422

 

DEADLINE

Open until filled.

ACLU of Southern California (ACLU SoCal) is committed to developing a culture of diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion and to strive to maintain a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve. ACLU SoCal is an equal opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable law. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and value people of all races, genders (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientations, disabilities, citizenships, ages, religions, and national origins and who have different marital statuses, family caregiving responsibilities, lived experiences with the criminal justice systems, and genetic information. ACLU SoCal does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these characteristics.

 

ACLU SoCal is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail bmosley@aclusocal.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

Los Angeles, CA

Programs Manager, Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation

The Organization

About the Levitt Foundation 

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation exists to strengthen social fabric of America. We’re a national social impact funder that partners with nonprofits to build thriving, more connected communities through the power of free, live music. We realize our mission of building community through music through two core programs: the permanent Levitt venue program and the Levitt AMP [Your City] Grant Awards. In 2019, more than 550 free outdoor Levitt concerts took place in 26 towns and cities across America, bringing joy to more than 750,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. In 2020 and 2021, permanent Levitt venues and Levitt AMP concert sites nationwide innovated to uplift, connect, and inspire their communities in new ways—from virtual concerts and online songwriting camps to drive-in and pop-up concerts, to a return to in-person live concerts this past summer and fall.

The Levitt Foundation is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) throughout our organization and all aspects of our work, recognizing this commitment as essential to realizing the Levitt mission. We value having a team with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and skills so our approach to grantmaking is well-rounded and the connection with our team members and the communities we support is authentic. We strive to create a positive working culture through professional development opportunities, employee recognition, and team-building events and activities. We focus on creating a working environment that promotes collaboration and fairness. Our commitment to EDI fosters a culture where team members can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in the value of every individual and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity. To learn more about the national Levitt network and the Levitt Foundation, visit levitt.org.

Position Overview

Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation

Programs Manager Position Announcement

Position Title:  Programs Manager

Reports To: Director of Programs

Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA; hybrid: remote (2 days/week), office (3 days/week)

Time Commitment: Full-time

Announcement Date: January 13, 2022

Applications Due: open until filled

Compensation: $5,833-$6,250/month; commensurate with experience

About the Levitt Foundation 

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation exists to strengthen social fabric of America. We’re a national social impact funder that partners with nonprofits to build thriving, more connected communities through the power of free, live music. We realize our mission of building community through music through two core programs: the permanent Levitt venue program and the Levitt AMP [Your City] Grant Awards. In 2019, more than 550 free outdoor Levitt concerts took place in 26 towns and cities across America, bringing joy to more than 750,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. In 2020 and 2021, permanent Levitt venues and Levitt AMP concert sites nationwide innovated to uplift, connect, and inspire their communities in new ways—from virtual concerts and online songwriting camps to drive-in and pop-up concerts, to a return to in-person live concerts this past summer and fall.

The Levitt Foundation is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) throughout our organization and all aspects of our work, recognizing this commitment as essential to realizing the Levitt mission. We value having a team with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and skills so our approach to grantmaking is well-rounded and the connection with our team members and the communities we support is authentic. We strive to create a positive working culture through professional development opportunities, employee recognition, and team-building events and activities. We focus on creating a working environment that promotes collaboration and fairness. Our commitment to EDI fosters a culture where team members can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in the value of every individual and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity. To learn more about the national Levitt network and the Levitt Foundation, visit levitt.org.

Position Summary

The Levitt Foundation is seeking an experienced, high-performing Programs Manager to manage the Foundation’s portfolio of Friends of Levitt (FOL) venue partners. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team environment, working across the organization with Foundation staff and closely with the Programs team to optimize the Foundation’s grantmaking efforts and maximize potential impact.

The Programs Manager will work with existing grantees and play a key role in identifying resources to support the Levitt network, as well as manage network-wide collaborations and opportunities aligned with the Foundation’s values and mission.

This position will participate in various network activities related to Levitt’s mission-driven work, including national convenings and program initiatives. The ideal candidate will have an interest in traveling to communities across the country and previous program and project management experience. This position requires strong writing, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with a passion for Levitt’s mission of supporting free, outdoor concerts as a means to create equitable, activated public spaces and invigorate community life.

Major Areas of Responsibilities 

  • Manage portfolio of Friends of Levitt (FOL) venue partners including tracking of deliverables, best practices, disbursements, and reporting
  • Manage all aspects of Foundation-supported FOL data collection for each permanent Levitt venue, including support materials and staffing, for audience surveys and annual reporting
  • Review and analyze collected data to assess outcomes, shared Levitt network priorities, and identify support resources
  • Build and maintain strong, authentic relationships with FOL partners, grantees, and grant seekers
  • Perform site visits of FOL partners and current grantees to nurture relationships and discuss feedback and ideas regarding Levitt Foundation support
  • Manage various components of national Levitt network convenings, venue group site visits and in-person gatherings
  • Develop and manage national Levitt network collective programming, such as the Levitt National Tour, to highlight shared impact of Levitt in communities and support local community engagement
  • Identify, develop, and manage capacity building tools, support resources, and learning opportunities for FOL partners
  • Collaborate cross-departmentally to facilitate information and resources sharing amongst the Levitt network
  • Play a key role in the development and implementation of processes and systems to support efficiencies within the Programs department
  • Ensure program-related information and resources are current on the Levitt network’s grants management portal and information exchange platform
  • Remain abreast of evolving practices in the fields of philanthropy, creative placemaking, arts funding, performing arts presenters, and EDI
  • Represent organization at events, conferences, and other related activities
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • 4-6 years of experience in effective project management, grantmaking, and/or program development
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to develop productive relationships with colleagues, potential applicants, grantees, partners, and stakeholders
  • Excellent project management skills with a strong ability to balance multiple, often competing, priorities, without loss of attention to detail
  • Innovative and critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent writing skills with keen ability to communicate clearly
  • Working knowledge of creative placemaking and driving social impact through the arts
  • Passion for the Levitt Foundation’s mission and commitment to incorporating equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organization and all aspects of our work
  • Ability to commit to and interest in traveling throughout the country for site visits and national conferences, up to 2 to 3 times per month primarily during summer and fall; duration of travel is approx. 2 to 4 days per trip
  • Willingness to adapt as programs evolve and comfortable adjusting based on organization and grantee needs
  • Strong leadership qualities with ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Self-motivated with high degree of initiative
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new technologies
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

How To Apply

Application Submission 

 To apply, email your cover letter and resume to levittsearch@levitt.org, including “Levitt FoundationPrograms Manager” in the subject line.

The Levitt Foundation offers a dynamic work environment and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and other benefits. EEO/AAW employer.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: We deeply understand the value of bringing together a team with different perspectives, backgrounds, and life experiences, and we prioritize diversity within our team. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Stony Brook, NY

Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement/Chief Development Officer, Stony Brook University

The Organization

A flagship institution within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Stony Brook University is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) and is known as one of the nation’s premier centers for academic excellence and a leader in generating social mobility. In the last decade, with an investment of resources and support from leadership, the Advancement division experienced dramatic growth, a heightened level of professionalization, and a strong adherence to industry best practices. That success is evidenced by The Campaign for Stony Brook, the most successful fundraising effort in SUNY history.

Position Overview

Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement/Chief Development Officer

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY

https://www.stonybrook.edu/

Lindauer is proud to partner with Stony Brook University as it seeks an experienced advancement leader to serve in the newly created role of Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement/Chief Development Officer (CDO).

Reporting directly to Vice President for Advancement, Justin Fincher, the CDO will manage the day-to-day operation of all major gifts fundraising teams, including staff in units (e.g., the College of Arts and Sciences, Stony Brook Medicine) and in central fundraising (e.g., Gift Planning, Foundation Relations). This includes over 20 frontline fundraisers collectively managing just under 3,000 prospective donors, with significant investments planned in the coming years.

The CDO will play a key role in shaping and propelling the Advancement Division into its next stage of growth, capitalizing on the momentum that is driving Stony Brook into the ranks of the most highly regarded public research universities in the nation.  The CDO will inspire innovative and expansive thinking around fundraising opportunities across the institution and will be instrumental in partnering with the VP of Advancement in expanding, leading, and inspiring the Advancement Division over the next few years as the institution plans for its next campaign.

The CDO will be a proven coach, mentor, and leader of teams with a demonstrated track record of building sustainable models for an institution’s future. The right candidate will bring a spirit of optimism while raising sights, instilling industry innovation, and broadening the donor base to elevate the institution’s profile and reputation among key public universities.

How To Apply

To learn more and apply, contact Lindauer Senior Executive Vice President Jill Lasman or Senior Consultant Christian Myers at https://apptrkr.com/2778027

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