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The Organization – Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs

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

Occupational Summary:

Responsible for working directly with the Executive Director of Development and working collaboratively with all Medicine, Surgery, and Clinical Care (MSCC) team gift officers to initiate and assist with activities required to develop and implement individual cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies and actions aligned with institutional priorities. The MSCC team works with grateful patient donors across departments and programs including Departments of Medicine, Surgery and ObGyn, Duke Eye Center, Duke Heart, Duke Transplant Center and more.

Work Performed:

Prospect Strategy and Portfolio Management

• Coordinate prospective donor outreach and prioritization in collaboration with team gift officers and staff assistants.
• Serve as interface with Prospect Development, Strategic Events, Donor Relations, and Gift Planning.
• Lead team meetings to track physician referral activity and monitor gift officer solicitation activity.
• Utilize donor databases extensively and effectively to track and prioritize gift officer work.
• Thoroughly review prospect files and gather information about Duke Health constituents, in order to develop briefing materials, talking points, and other supporting information to be used by senior. leaders and key alumni, friends, and volunteers for prospect visits. Interface with constituents in planning meetings and visits.
• Enter donor activity in fundraising systems, including DADD and Salesforce, in a timely fashion.
• Support Senior Executive Director in overseeing MSCC team’s overall portfolio development.

.Project and Event Management and Stewardship

• Draft correspondence for use by senior leaders for a variety of purposes including, but not limited to, letters and/or emails acknowledging gifts and commitments.
• Coordinate and manage special projects, including development of documents seeking philanthropic support and other external communications, while collaborating with key stakeholders. Interface with School of Medicine, School of Nursing, Strategic Events, Stewardship, Gift Planning, Engagement, and Prospect Development teams.
• Assist in the planning and support of cultivation and stewardship events, working collaboratively with DHDAA colleagues (e.g. Strategic Events, Donor Relations, etc.).
• Provide stewardship for donors through correspondence and coordination of tailored reports and presentations. Assist colleagues in developing and executing stewardship plans for high-level donors.
• Other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Work requires bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE

Work requires two years of related experience in development field.

DEPARTMENT PREFERENCES

SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS

• Must be proactive, organized and detail oriented and have demonstrated ability to use software applications and databases.
• Commitment to collaboration with colleagues.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of fundraising/advancement.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple, complex fundraising project activities and simultaneously participate in the coordination of solicitation and stewardship strategies.
• Anticipatory outlook.
• Solid project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals in a diplomatic and professional manner.
• Ability to be flexible in working independently as well as collaboratively with senior-level management and others to achieve defined goals.
• Possess the traits of good judgment and discretion in communicating with colleagues and constituents.
• Demonstrated initiative to organize and follow through with complex tasks to meet deadlines.
• An authentic appreciation for the importance of higher education and research conducted at a top-ranked university.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive and succeed in a culture that is results-oriented and fast paced; where the team is proactive and focused on consistently advancing prospects toward closing gifts.
• Consensus building skills, collegiality and the agility necessary to build relationships across multiple constituencies.
• Resourcefulness in analyzing situations, finding and recommending appropriate solutions to problems and initiative in presenting alternatives and implementing solutions.
• Ability to analyze and prioritize.
• Demonstrated thoroughness and accuracy in work.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE SKILLS

Education

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

Experience

Work requires ability to design, plan and coordinate fund raising OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE activities and special events generally acquired through two years of project coordination experience.

How to Apply

https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/241540/

The Organization – Peak Grantmaking

PEAK Grantmaking is a vibrant membership community of more than 8,000 professionals who specialize in grants management for funding organizations and advance shared leadership and learning across the philanthropic sector. PEAK elevates their expertise and fosters collaboration to strengthen the practice of grantmaking, empowering grants management professionals to lead the way in operationalizing equity-centered, values-driven grantmaking practices. We enable philanthropy to achieve its full potential to fuel change for good.

PEAK seeks an experienced publishing professional to join our communications program as Associate Editor. PEAK’s communications program serves a strategic role in guiding and implementing the organization’s outreach to its members, the profession, and the larger field of philanthropy by demonstrating and amplifying the unique value of PEAK membership in advancing effective, equitable grantmaking practices. The Associate Editor manages the planning, crafting, editing, and optimizing of a broad range of communications products, including editorial, resources, publications, marketing, and multichannel content.

The Associate Editor possesses a keen eye for detail, exhibits good design judgment, and is a strong writer. Alongside Communications Team colleagues and all PEAK staff, the Associate Editor works to ensure PEAK’s messaging and thought leadership are communicated effectively to members and sector professionals.

The Associate Editor reports to the Publications Editor.

Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority:

Key duties and responsibilities:

•            Editorial development and production: Project manages, develops, assigns, writes, edits, proofs, sources images, and manages contributor outreach and support to publish weekly and monthly Insights

•            Marketing Support: Supports development and production of marketing campaigns, crafting content for collateral, email, direct mail, presentations, and correspondence

•            Media and PR Support: Crafts media and partner releases and works collaboratively on developing pitches

•            General Editing: Serves as editor-at-large, supporting team, staff, executive, and board communications needs

•            Special projects and SEO support: Supports online publishing and updates, working collaboratively with the marketing and experience manager to enhance online content presentation and SEO

•            Brand management: Supports updating and maintaining editorial guidelines and style guide, and ensures compliance across all communications

•            Sector news and insight sourcing: Curates weekly roundup of grantmaking insights. Collaborate with communications team in monitoring and sourcing news and story ideas from the PEAK community

Requirements and Qualifications

•            A dynamic storyteller with deep experience in developing compelling content that showcases thought leadership and practical insights

•            An adaptable writer experienced at working across channels and formats  ranging from short-form digital content to feature reporting, interviews, announcements, reports, social media, collateral, and event marketing

•            A strong collaborator who can effectively work with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, contributors, partners, supporters, and the media

•            A capable project manager comfortable handling multiple projects simultaneously with a meticulous attention to detail

•            An outstanding editor with a keen sense of how to creatively improve and polish draft content and respectfully support internal and external contributors in the process

•            A competent digital publisher, with ample experience website publishing tools

•            An avid learner curious about and dedicated to continually deepening their understanding of philanthropy, the profession of grants management, and our membership

Additional qualifications:

•            A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a comparable role. Previous experience in the philanthropic sector, at a nonprofit, or at a membership association is a plus.

•            Advanced proficiency using M365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams)

•            Experience and proficiency using collaborative project management, communications, and content management systems, such as Asana, Slack, and WordPress

•            Approach work assignments with an equity lens, and work to build personal knowledge and experience in this area

•            Strong attention to detail, and a high level of customer service skills

•            Ability to handle multiple assignments and proactively communicate about timeline changes as priorities shift, as well as coordinate with supervisor to manage assigned projects

•            Ability to work remotely and engage with a virtual team, as well as work collaboratively and independently on assigned responsibilities

•            The ability to travel is required. Travel for this position could include attending the annual convening, staff retreats, and member events.

•            Possession of valid U.S. work authorization. At this time, PEAK is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment. Therefore, applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Compensation:

A comprehensive salary and benefits package will be offered. The starting salary range for this position is $80,000–$85,000, commensurate with experience.

Location and Work Environment:

This position is fully remote. PEAK staff work at home, on the road, or in a satellite location for all or part of the regular workweek. You will use software and video conferencing to collaborate and stay connected with staff and PEAK members.

Equal opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles of PEAK Grantmaking, where employment and promotion opportunities are based on individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category as established under law.

PEAK is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, PEAK will take any required steps to ensure that candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to fully participate in the job application and interview process. Please submit your requests through the application form. Note that all applicants invited to interview will be provided with a list of questions in advance of meeting with PEAK team members.

Similarly, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable staff members with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment at PEAK.

How to Apply:

Use this link to apply for this position:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmOFLw19GDf9BMhfyvGrzGBU4xfG9KdCrKbOvF1l8K3JUA8A/viewform

Please upload the following documents, preferably in a single PDF with links:

•            Cover letter

•            Résumé

•            3–5 writing samples

The Organization – Weingart Foundation

About The Weingart Foundation

The Weingart Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation advancing racial, social, and economic justice in Southern California. Founded in 1951 by Ben and Stella Weingart, the Foundation has provided over $1 billion in grants and loans to thousands of organizations across the region. By strengthening organizations focused on providing critical services and building power in communities of color, the Weingart Foundation is demonstrating what is possible when we invest and trust in our partners.

Mission

The Weingart Foundation partners with communities across Southern California to advance racial, social, and economic justice for all.

Overarching Goal and Vision

The Weingart Foundation seeks to achieve inclusion and opportunity for all Southern Californians, especially for those who have historically been excluded due to their race, income level, gender, religion, immigration status, disability, age, sexual orientation, or zip code.

To achieve this goal, the Foundation’s grantmaking program and other support are designed to strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations, collaboratives, and coalitions working to meet essential needs, expand opportunity, and eliminate structural barriers to equity by building the community power required to sustain long-term prosperity.

Our vision is a dynamic and effective social change sector in Southern California that is creating equitable systems and structures needed to achieve justice.

Core Values

Courage: The work of equity and justice often involves pushing against the status quo, taking risks, and holding ourselves and others with privilege accountable in pursuit of collective goals. We strive to show courage, drawing inspiration from the courage that communities continue to show in the face of great challenges.

Dignity: Every person matters and deserves a sustainable standard of living. The measure of our society is how we treat those among us who face oppression, inequity, or lack of opportunity.

Innovation and Curiosity: We commit ourselves to becoming more effective by staying open to new ideas and risks and by learning from each other, our peers, and our partners.

Partnership: We strive to break down the power imbalance between nonprofits and funders, and the silos within the social change sector. Our goal is to be an engaged and supportive partner to organizations, leveraging our resources and reach to help them achieve their own goals and amplify the power of their communities.

Racial Justice: Rather than addressing the symptoms of structural inequities, we seek to confront our nation’s deep history of racism and to help imagine something beyond it. We commit to using our influence, position, and resources to eliminate racist policies and practices to achieve justice, inclusion, and opportunity for all people.

Respect: The people served by our work deserve our respect. We honor their dedication to improving their own lives and the lives of others in their communities, and we trust them as experts on their own experiences.

Trust: Our partners know what they need, and they know what their communities need. We trust them to identify the best pathways to impact and be responsible stewards of the resources we provide.

To learn more about the Weingart Foundation, visit their website: https://weingartfnd.org/, which includes additional information including their Grantmaking Practice (https://weingartfnd.org/mission-values-and-practice/), Learning and Assessment Framework (https://weingartfnd.org/learning-and-assessment/), and statement on their Full Commitment to Equity and Justice (https://weingartfnd.org/commitment-to-equity-and-justice/).

The Opportunity

The Weingart Foundation seeks an innovative, equity-minded, and visionary leader to oversee all facets of the Foundation’s work and to guide the organization into its next stage of impact as its next President & CEO. This dynamic leader will embody Weingart’s fervent commitment to racial justice and will have the lived experience to authentically model these values internally and externally. This individual will be inspired to lead the strategy to solidify Weingart’s bold and leading voice as a changemaker in philanthropy and a funder rooted in racial, social, and economic justice.

The President & CEO will be responsible for carrying out Weingart’s consistent achievement of its mission, strategy, and impact objectives. They will bring transparency and visionary leadership to all areas of the Foundation, providing oversight for grantmaking programs, culture, values, talent, operations, and financial stewardship, while owning and protecting the mission of Weingart. Guided by a justice-oriented approach, they will be motivated to lead a highly respected community-informed foundation that is a significant voice for equity-based strategies and approaches in philanthropy. They will prioritize centering community voices and will be emboldened to lead Weingart’s strategic framework focused on building strong and healthy individuals and communities; civic, cultural, economic, and political power of those most harmed by inequities; and equitable and just systems.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will actively engage the Board to align strategic initiatives, ensure transparent communication, and drive impactful decision-making towards the organization’s mission. The CEO will be a voting member of the Board of Directors and ex-officio member of all committees. This individual will be an inclusive and accessible leader who will work closely with a talented and committed staff of 25 to assess the needs and opportunities in the region and will represent the Foundation to grantees, community partners, government officials, and policymakers. The CEO will be a natural collaborator and an empathetic and transformational leader, skilled at relationship building to continue broadening Weingart’s reach regionally with all constituents, deepening and accelerating its impact throughout the Southern California region.

Candidate Profile

The CEO will be a courageous, vulnerable, and authentic leader with a solid track record of advancing racial equity and social justice in communities, and experience creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizational culture. They will be a collaborative leader who values team-based decision-making, transparency, and accountability. Committed to bringing their whole authentic self to work, they will hold space for others to do so as well. The CEO will actively build a culture that values empowerment, creativity, and equity.

While it is understood that no one candidate will bring every desired skill, characteristic, and experience, the following offers a reflection of the ideal candidate profile:

Passion for the Mission & Impact Work in Southern California

Embodying the values and mission of the Weingart Foundation, this leader will be genuinely dedicated to racial equity and social justice and will be driven by a deeply rooted passion for fighting injustice. The CEO will be an empathetic and confident leader who treats others with respect and leads by example, demonstrating humility, vulnerability, and trust. The CEO will be an individual of unquestioned integrity, ethics, and values — someone who can be trusted without reservation. In addition, the CEO will recognize and honor the personal identities others bring to this work.

Acting as a strong community ambassador, the CEO will be knowledgeable of and possess strong connections to the Southern California regions Weingart serves including Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties. They will bring deep understanding and appreciation of the unique socio-economic, cultural, and demographic landscape of the regions, including familiarity with the diverse communities, and their specific needs, challenges, and strengths. The CEO will have strong relationships with peers and other funders in the philanthropic ecosystem in order to observe best practices, develop partnerships, and work collaboratively to advance issues in the sector.

Commitment to Equity and Racial Justice

The CEO will come to the Weingart Foundation with a deep commitment to equity and racial justice with the desire to actively work to dismantle societal practices rooted in inequity and systemic injustice. They will be confident and comfortable in leading and engaging in conversations related to social justice, racial equity and justice, and anti-Black racism. Known as an active listener and responsive leader throughout the organization, this leader will demonstrate the capacity and willingness to bridge differences regarding issues of race, socioeconomic status, gender, and other aspects of identity.

The CEO will be energized by the prospect of leading the organization’s staff and Board of Directors in developing awareness, comfort, and confidence to address and champion equity and justice in all aspects of the Foundation. Equipped with a multi-faceted understanding of the evolving DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) landscape and best practices, the CEO will lead the organization’s efforts to develop shared language and strategies to examine and dismantle implicit and explicit bias, racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination.

Visionary and Strategic Mindset

The CEO will be a strategic leader with the capacity to align a diverse group of constituents to articulate and implement an inspiring, holistic, and unifying vision for the Foundation’s next chapter. Working closely with staff and Board, the CEO will play a critical part in strengthening the existing culture and infrastructure to contribute to the strategic direction of Weingart. They will have a strong understanding of philanthropy and the goals and priorities of Weingart while providing the longer-term vision necessary to ensure continued impact in Southern California and the sustainable growth of the Foundation. A trailblazer, the CEO will have the drive and passion to remain at the forefront of the philanthropy field by continuing to refine and develop opportunities to serve Weingart’s mission and its grantee partners and communities.

Change and Transformational Leadership

The CEO will bring an understanding of what it means to lead an organization during a time of transformation and change. This individual will be an ‘agent for change’ with the ability to solidify Weingart’s reputation of a bold and leading voice as a racial justice funder. They will understand the potential and power of the Weingart Foundation to lead by example and will identify new and unique opportunities to advance its mission across Southern California. With strong facilitation skills, the CEO must have expertise in bringing together various groups under a shared vision to help drive decisions and outcomes, and to harmonize and integrate processes, practices, and procedures. They will demonstrate integrity and fairness in their actions, earning the confidence of team members through consistent and ethical leadership. The CEO will have the ability to diagnose critical areas for attention, build shared understanding, and implement clear strategies with eyes consistently focused on the future and how to best adapt the Foundation to its ever-changing environment.

Inclusive and Engaged Manager

Energized and motivated to lead a team of individuals dedicated to racial justice and equity, informed by lived expertise, the CEO will be passionate about creating a human-centered culture that is empowering and inclusive for all employees while sustaining the organization’s warm and welcoming environment. Approachable and accessible, they will have demonstrated success in attracting, developing, and retaining talented staff with a diverse set of skills and lived experiences. The CEO will strive to cultivate a collaborative and productive work environment while providing professional growth opportunities for all staff. Inspiring a powerful sense of shared purpose, the CEO will motivate staff to engage in the opportunities and challenges ahead through unity and collective action, driving the organization towards its shared goals while honoring the richness of its individual strengths and diversity.

Board Relations

The CEO will actively engage the Board of Directors to champion, preserve, and fortify Weingart’s mission and vision. This individual will prioritize building authentic relationships with Board members, fostering an environment of inclusivity, transparency, and mutual respect. Together, they will collaborate to amplify the organization’s efforts in supporting underserved communities and advancing racial justice and equity. The CEO will be forward thinking and proactively communicate with the Board around sensitive or controversial issues. By identifying key priorities, opportunities, and challenges faced by both the Foundation and the communities it serves, the CEO will guide the Board in formulating innovative and pragmatic strategies aligned with Weingart’s mission and strategic objectives. These strategies will not only uphold the Foundation’s commitment to racial justice and equity but also pave the way for transformative impact.

Relationship Builder, Communicator, and Community Engagement

The CEO will be an innate relationship builder with dynamic and effective interpersonal and communication skills to inspire trust and confidence from broad and diverse audiences. A natural collaborator, this leader will build bridges and sustain meaningful relationships with internal and external constituents. The CEO will be committed to continuous learning and earning trust to build and strengthen relationships with all Weingart’s staff, Board, grantees, and community partners. This individual will be a bold leader known for their honesty, transparency, strong diplomacy, and for being an engaged and active listener. Leading with integrity and authenticity, the CEO will have experience contributing to a setting that listens to and engages the voices of all staff, Board, grantees, and the communities Weingart serves.

Confident and humble, this individual will adapt and adjust flawlessly to different audiences from grassroots organizations, community partners, and social and racial justice leaders to elected officials, policymakers, and other philanthropic leaders. The CEO will possess a strong record of community engagement and will be an exceptional communicator who engages with and builds community by uplifting the voices of others, particularly from marginalized and underrepresented communities.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary range for the President and CEO role is $500,000 to $625,000 with a generous benefits package.

Contact

Koya Partners has been exclusively retained for this engagement. Michelle Bonoan and Jennifer Smith will be leading this search on behalf of Koya Partners. Express interest in this role by filling out our Talent Profile: https://apptrkr.com/5071079 or emailing the search team directly at Weingart_CEO@koyapartners.com. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential. The deadline for submissions is 04/08/2024.

Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance expressing interest online, please email NonprofitSearchOps@divsearch.com. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

Weingart Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.

About Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group

Koya Partners, a Diversified Search Group company, is the nation’s premier search firm dedicated to mission-driven leadership. Since its founding in 2004, Koya has had an exclusive focus on mission-driven clients and was founded on the belief that the right leader can transform an organization and have a deep and measurable impact on our world. Koya works with nonprofits & NGOs, responsible businesses, and social enterprises in local communities and around the world.

Diversified Search Group is consistently recognized by Forbes on its top 10 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms” and is an industry leader in recruiting transformational leaders for a changing world. The firm is deliberately different in its approach, with best-in-class teams who have decades of experience in cultivating inclusive leaders, understanding the dimensions of diversity, and building equitable teams.

Learn more about Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group via the firm’s website: http://diversifiedsearchgroup.com/our-brands/koya-partners/

The Organization – Duke University Alumni and Engagement

For the global Duke community, the name “Duke” represents more than just a university. It means family. Duke’s Office of Alumni Engagement and Development is here to keep more than 200,000 alumni, donors, students, parents, and friends connected to the programs, people and places that mean the most at every stage of their lives. When you join the Duke Alumni Engagement and Development team, you join a team of high-achievers who are committed to deepening relationships, enabling connections, and helping the community make world-changing impact.

Education:

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

Experience:

Work requires five years of progressive fund raising experience in a related organization with a proven track record in major gifts. Campaign experience is desirable or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience..

How to Apply

https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/239146/

The Organization – Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow’s physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

Social Media Manager, Digital Marketing

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Brookline, MA

Full Time

The Social Media Manager helps manage the Division of Philanthropy’s social media presence across social media platforms, including developing content and analyzing campaign performance. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director, Digital Marketing, this position manages a portfolio of fundraising programs, developing social media plans for them. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals.

The onboarding of this role will include a comprehensive training process which includes completion of online modules, shadowing colleagues, as well as hands-on learning experiences throughout the first calendar year in the role.

Embody Dana-Farber’s Core Values: Impact; Excellence; Compassion & Respect; Discovery; and Equity and Inclusion every day. Add value to the Dana-Farber community by seeking opportunities to collaborate across the Institute. Foster an ethical, positive, results-oriented culture founded on open communication.

Dana-Farber is currently undertaking an ambitious fundraising effort to change the future of cancer research and care: The Dana-Farber Campaign. This multibillion-dollar campaign is the largest in the Institute’s history and one of the largest ever in the U.S. focused solely on cancer. Philanthropy raised through The Dana-Farber Campaign is focused on accelerating the Institute’s strategic priorities by supporting revolutionary science, extraordinary care, exceptional expertise, and essential opportunities—helping us prevent, treat, and Defy Cancer.

Application Requirements: 

Resume and cover letter required with application submission. If you wish to disclose your personal pronouns, please include them within your resume and cover letter submission.

Responsibilities:

• Help manage the Jimmy Fund’s social media presence across social media platforms including, but not limited to, Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Threads

• Develop and maintain the social media content calendar to proactively schedule and track what events/programs should be promoted and when.

• Produce social media strategies and advertising campaigns for various Philanthropy programs. Analyze and report out of results.

• Develop and execute strategy, messaging, and creative direction for social media advertising; build and monitor campaigns; and analyze results for platforms including Facebook ads, Instagram ads, Twitter ads, and other social media promotions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to identify and leverage organic/paid media activities.

• Be “in the know” and a reliable resource for how other nonprofits are using social media for fundraising and awareness initiatives. Work with Director, Social Media on developing new fundraising and awareness initiatives based on findings.

• Monitor trends and new developments in social media. Research and create new ways to attract more followers and grow impressions so our messages are reaching a larger audience.

• Produce live social media coverage for Jimmy Fund events on-site to help generate event promotion.

• Work with a cross-functional team to develop video concepts and storyboards to further tell patient stories and generate awareness for programs within portfolio.

• Collaborate with social media influencers and partners and develop cross-promotional social media strategies.

• Work with outside digital marketing agency to strategize on target KPIs and develop optimized campaigns for specific programs within portfolio.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

Reports to the Senior Assistant Director, Digital Marketing. Has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required

• 3-5 years’ experience developing social media strategies and advertising campaigns.

• Strong understanding of how social media fits into an overall marketing strategy.

• Excellent writing and communications skills required.

• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail with proven capability to manage multiple projects and meet multiple deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:  

• Proven knowledge of social media advertising, set-up, optimization, and reporting.

• Strong understanding of social media communities and the nuances of each platform.

• Ability to articulate creative concepts and vision for social media campaigns.

• Have a good understanding of how social media fits into an overall marketing strategy.

• Excellent writing and communications skills.

• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail with proven capability to manage multiple projects and meet multiple deadlines.

• Experience working with both Windows, PowerPoint, and Photoshop. Experience working with Sprinklr or other social media publishing and analytics platforms. Familiarity working in Canva a plus.

Patient Contact:

No

Working Conditions:

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. Works on deadline. Some assignments will require evening and weekend work.

Division of Philanthropy Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity Commitment Statement:

We’re stronger together. In the Division of Philanthropy, we believe in the power of different voices. We encourage authenticity and diversity of every individual within our community. Our collective voices – donors, volunteers, staff, and patients alike – allow us to work together towards a world without cancer. Committed to being a place of inclusivity, belonging, and change, these are our core values.

Inclusive interview practices are a priority in the Division of Philanthropy. We incorporate an Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (ID&E) Interview Panel in all searches. In this 30-minute interview, we connect with candidates on four main ID&E competencies: empathy, collaboration, inclusivity, and compassion.

DFCI DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to modification to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

DFCI offers a competitive benefits package including generous healthcare and retirement plans, at minimum 3-weeks’ vacation time in addition to 10 paid holidays, a flexible work environment, and work/life balance. Dana-Farber offers a variety of personal, professional, and leadership development opportunities to all members of its workforce through Institutional programming. Division of Philanthropy offers 75+ specialized professional development sessions designed for staff each year through its in-house learning program, the Center for Advancement Training.*

*All benefits subject to Institute changes

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://careers.dana-farber.org/social-media-manager-digital-marketing

The Organization – William and Flora Hewlett Foundation

Established in 1967, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation invests in creative thinkers and problem solvers working to ensure that people, communities, and the planet can flourish. Together with their partners, they are harnessing society’s collective capacity to solve our toughest problems — from the existential threat of climate change to persistent and pervasive inequities, to attacks on democracy itself. A nonpartisan philanthropy, the Hewlett Foundation has made grants in the U.S. and globally for nearly six decades based on an approach that emphasizes long-term support, collaboration, and trust. Learn more at www.hewlett.org.

Position Overview

The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation invites applications and nominations for its inaugural Data Officer to join the Grantmaking, Learning, and Operations (GLO) team. Established in 1967, the foundation invests in creative thinkers and problem solvers working to ensure that people, communities, and the planet can flourish. Together with their partners, they are harnessing society’s collective capacity to solve our toughest problems — from the existential threat of climate change to persistent and pervasive inequities, to attacks on democracy itself. A nonpartisan philanthropy, the Hewlett Foundation has made grants in the U.S. and globally for nearly six decades based on an approach that emphasizes long-term support, collaboration, and trust. Learn more at www.hewlett.org.

The Data Officer will be joining the foundation at an exciting inflection point in its history as it implements the learnings spurred by the continuing pandemic and the national reckoning with racial justice awareness that coalesced around the summer of 2020. The Data Officer will be joining a team that has been reimagined into a foundation-wide resource for ensuring that equity and transparency remain the centerpiece of their grantmaking efforts. With a focus on increasing the foundation’s “collective smartness” through effective utilization of grants data, the Data Officer will partner with GLO team members and collaborate across the foundation to implement a strategy for grants data collection and analysis. The Data Officer will report to the Director, Grantmaking, Learning, and Operations.

The salary range for this role is $135,000 – $165,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a candidate’s years of experience and the foundation’s practice of maintaining salary equity.

TEAM OVERVIEW

In early 2021, the Grants Management department was relaunched as the Grantmaking, Learning, and Operations (GLO) team, incorporating responsibility for collating and disseminating insights and learnings from their own work, and from around the foundation, into opportunities to drive process improvements that maintains equity and transparency in their grantmaking efforts. The team is in a continuous learning posture, utilizing their unique vantage point across the organization as embedded partners with programmatic teams and collaborators with administrative functions to facilitate the grantmaking process and achieve foundation goals.

The GLO team plays a pivotal role in all grantmaking activities and has a valued voice in all aspects of the foundation’s work, from developing tools and processes to implementing systems and advancing promising practices through training. The team designs systems to interact with grantees, manages the grant lifecycle, aggregates information, analyzes data, and shares learnings across the foundation. Working on every program and on every grant, the GLO team is a critical partner and respected resource in the management and implementation of program strategies, serving as thought partners and catalysts for innovation.

GLO led the process of launching a new Salesforce Grants Management System (GMS) and remains in deep collaboration with the IT team to continue the refinement and rollout of it. A set of values drove the process and design principles, including: leveraging collaboration and mutual respect in grant practice, transparency and learning for both staff and grantees, and supporting lean Hewlett Foundation staffing with simple and flexible procedures. In addition, an integral part of the design considerations for the new GMS was a focus on equity for grantees and staff.

OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES FOR THE DATA OFFICER

Reporting to Marcus McGrew, the Director of Grantmaking, Learning, and Operations, the Data Officer will be joining the foundation in a new role at an exciting time in its history. In addition to the search for their next president, the foundation has joined with other leading philanthropies to launch BuildUS, a pooled fund to accelerate America’s transition toward a worker-centered, cleaner, and more equitable economy. These developments, in conjunction with the foundation’s robust grantmaking efforts across eight programmatic areas will provide the Data Officer with the opportunity to drive organizational strategy on grants data utilization, while partnering with individual programs and their embedded Grant Officers to provide tailored solutions where applicable. The Data Officer will engage with the following opportunities and challenges:

Utilization of Grants Data

The foundation has a significant amount of grants data that demonstrates the enormous impact that their philanthropic support has via the efforts of their grantees and partners. The Data Officer will collaborate across the foundation with IT, and within the GLO team with the GMS Salesforce Lead, to further streamline the process of collecting grants data to encourage and foster a culture of “collective smartness” around the effective utilization of foundation grants data. The creation of a foundation-wide approach to grants data collection, including grants related data that is not managed by the GMS, will enhance the accessibility of foundation impact for internal and external audiences alike.

Collaboration with Grants Officers

Grants Officers at the Hewlett Foundation are embedded into program teams as their dedicated subject matter expert on the foundation’s grantmaking processes and procedures. In collaboration with the Grants Officers, the Data Officer will codify a strategy for grants data collection that enables efficient dashboarding and reporting efforts. This work will foster greater clarity around the foundation’s commonly used grants data and provide each program with a shared resource for addressing their unique data needs. The additional protocols and policies necessary to satisfy individual program requirements will be work that the Data Officer, and relevant Grants Officer, will collectively identify and address.

Advising and Training

The Data Officer will regularly assess the areas of expertise that exist within the GLO team to identify opportunities to provide trainings and facilitate knowledge sharing for their colleagues. Ranging from forecasting and planning to data analysis, and developing and deploying learning modules, the Data Officer will utilize a storyteller’s mindset as they actively seek ways to share the expertise of the GLO team and incorporate the learnings that programmatic data has helped engender across the foundation. Opportunities to implement these learnings may include partnering with programmatic teams, and other areas of the foundation, to influence the continued alignment around the usage of data sets commonly used across the foundation.

Project Management

The Data Officer will lead projects of varying complexity across all levels of the organization to advance promising practices and the Foundation’s goals. This includes establishing a project plan, setting the scope, timeline and budget, working with relevant consultants and vendors, and managing the project team(s). The Data Officer will foster and facilitate inclusion and consensus-building, while advocating for their own point of view and ensuring project goals are achieved.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES OF THE DATA OFFICER

The Data Officer will be motivated by the Hewlett Foundation’s guiding principles with an understanding of the influence that a foundation can have within its chosen areas of focus. Ideally, they will have some experience with collecting and analyzing grantmaking data and deploying an effective dashboard and reporting strategies within a grants management system or similar data repository. The GLO team highly encourages philanthropic recipients and partners to consider bringing their experiences and expertise into the candidate pool. While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:

• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience is desired, preferably in a context that developed the skills needed for effective utilization of grants data.
• A bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Management, or related field.
• An authentic commitment to collaboration, flexibility, knowledge, and learning; diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) principles; and implementation of strategies that drive equity in grantmaking processes.
• While this is a hybrid role that requires regular in-office attendance, experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams is preferred.
• Adept at data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, and linking data sets.
• Proficiency in navigating software applications and learning new data systems quickly with Salesforce and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI would be highly valued.
• The ability to translate operational and programmatic opportunities for partnership into analytical questions, utilizing a consultative thought partner approach to project management that centers inclusion and consensus-building, that produces generative dashboards and reports.
• Critical and strategic thinking skills, highly motivated and organized with the ability to work well in teams and independently on multiple simultaneous projects.
• The ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build trusting relationships across silos and teams.
• Possess the presence and confidence to facilitate robust conversations, welcoming and recognizing the value of differing perspectives.
• Adept at navigating nuance, ambiguity, and complexity in a decentralized, autonomous organization culture.
• Effective written, oral, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong data storytelling and visualization with the ability to effectively communicate technical and general information regarding grants data to a variety of audiences.
• A growth mindset with an optimistic approach to get things done.

Possessing any of the following qualifications would be welcome value adds to the foundation:

• Experience in a decentralized organizational culture with ability to flex across dynamic teams.
• Financial or business analysis skills.
• Experience in adult learning and training including designing effective training and learning sessions.
• Experience in a consulting environment managing large scale projects.
• A commitment to mission driven work and interest in a broad range of social issues.
• A respectfully candid approach to advocating for oneself.
• An aptitude for pivoting between being relational and technical engagements.

The salary range for this role is $135,000 – $165,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a candidate’s years of experience and the foundation’s practice of maintaining salary equity.

How To Apply

To learn more about the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation please visit: www.hewlett.org

This search is being led by Cara Pearsall and Robert Diggs of NPAG. NPAG welcomes expressions of interest and/or nominations submitted via this form. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest, qualifications, and commitment to equity and transparency as a central tenet of effective grantmaking, along with their resume via NPAG’s website.

The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation embraces the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion both internally, in our hiring process and organizational culture, and externally, in our grantmaking and related practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

The Organization – The California Wellness Foundation

The California Wellness Foundation (Cal Wellness) is a private, independent foundation established in 1992 with a mission to protect and improve the health and wellness of the people of California. As one of the largest health-focused foundations in California, with over $1 billion in assets, Cal Wellness is a nationally recognized leader for its strategic core operating support for grantees, public policy grantmaking, and a focus on violence as a public health issue. It is Cal Wellness’ desire to promote equity and level the playing field so that everyone has access to good-paying jobs, healthy and safe neighborhoods, and quality healthcare services.
The foundation’s current Advancing Wellness grantmaking strategy includes four interrelated portfolios. Since its founding, Cal Wellness has awarded nearly 12,400 grants totaling more than $1.3 billion. In addition to its grantmaking, the foundation has committed to using its voice, influence, and endowment dollars to advance its mission.

Cal Wellness has a diverse staff of approximately 45 located in its Los Angeles and Oakland offices and a diverse 13-member Board located throughout the state of California. The foundation’s work underscores a belief that wellness requires social justice, a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and sustained efforts to eliminate systemic barriers that prevent access to health care, education, employment, and safety.

Please visit http://www.calwellness.org for more information.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The California Wellness Foundation (Cal Wellness) is seeking an experienced, creative, strategic communications professional to serve as its new Director of Communications. The position is a key senior member of the Public Affairs team and a key resource to the new VP of Public Affairs, to whom the position reports.

The foundation is at an exciting inflection point under the leadership of a new President & CEO who envisions Cal Wellness stepping more fully into its role as a disruptive force that pushes the boundaries of traditional philanthropy, advocates fiercely for racial and social justice, and uses its voice and influence to improve health and wellness for Californians. The Director of Communications will have the opportunity to amplify Cal Wellness’ work using finely honed strategy, storytelling, and influence, collaborate across the organization, and serve as a senior communications consultant to the management team and Board of Directors.

The Public Affairs team merges communications, community relations, government affairs, and public policy. Public Affairs works collaboratively across teams and manages major projects and outside resources. The team currently includes seven dedicated professionals. The Director of Communications is currently responsible for managing a Public Affairs Manager and Digital Communications Manager.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in strategic communications, media relations, and the full range of communications tools and tactics (e.g., branding, messaging, events, convenings, and digital, social, and print media) and passionate about social justice, social change, health, wellness and the mission of the Foundation. The Director will have substantial management expertise, a reputation as a connector and a strong colleague, exquisite writing skills, and exceptional interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

With guidance from the Vice President of Public Affairs and in close collaboration with department colleagues and other Cal Wellness departments, the Director of Communications will:

Develop and Execute a Communications Strategy

Reimagine and bring a fresh perspective to the communications function. Lead the development and implementation of an innovative overarching communications plan encompassing strategic communications, messaging, and branding to support the Foundation’s goals.

Create short- and long-term proactive communications campaigns and plans for the organization in collaboration and partnership with Cal Wellness staff across its various functions to maximize our grantmaking, amplify our institutional voice, and strengthen our leadership position in the sector.

Effectively communicate the Foundation’s vision, mission, and key messages. Identify necessary tools and appropriate tactics and drive outstanding execution across all relevant channels of communications.

Amplify the foundation’s grantmaking efforts and grantee partners. Effectively communicate the foundation’s mission-related investment and program-related investment strategies, which complement our grantmaking and promote innovations aligned with our health and racial equity vision. Cultivate and manage media relationships to increase awareness of foundation priorities.

Ongoing development of Cal Wellness online presence. Evaluate and create an online presence aligned with the Foundation’s short- and long-term strategic priorities, including reimagining and relaunching the Foundation’s website and expanding its online presence via social media and blogging platforms.

Develop and integrate key messaging. Build on existing assets to develop key messaging that elevates Cal Wellness priorities, impact, identity, and institutional voice. Integrate key messaging throughout all communication content and revise and refresh as necessary to ensure consistent utilization across the organization’s written and visual communications.

Steward effective communication processes. Evaluate the impact of communications campaigns and plans on an ongoing basis. Create internal and external feedback loops that inform the continued success of the communications function in helping the foundation achieve its strategic goals. Support the Foundation’s commitment to learning and innovation by identifying meaningful metrics for communications work, tracking results, and reporting on successes and lessons learned.

Crisis Communications. Develop and, if necessary, execute a crisis communications plan in collaboration with the foundation’s management team that addresses potential scenarios related to our various programs and initiatives.

Thought Leadership Support

External communications. Coordinate drafting of press releases, speeches, media advisories, blog posts, opinion pieces, talking points, and all external written material.

Support the president and CEO and other key Cal Wellness spokespeople. Work with the Vice President of Public Affairs to guide and support the President and CEO as chief spokesperson for the Foundation. Work similarly with the Board of Directors and all external-facing staff, including the management team, program, finance, and operations staff.

Leadership and Supervision

Manage, motivate, and mentor two direct reports. Empower staff and foster collaboration through active communication and thoughtful delegation. Manage expectations and resources to ensure staff goals and activities are challenging, realistic, and aligned with the department’s strategies and Foundation priorities.
Manage external resources. Identify and manage relationships with project consultants and vendors to ensure desired results are achieved on time and within budget.

Organizational storytelling. Create tools and training to support staff and Board members in telling Cal Wellness’ story consistently and effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS

Substantial experience working in an innovation-oriented communications role in a social justice- or social change-focused nonprofit organization, public sector entity, foundation, or other organization. Demonstrated experience driving positive social change through a comprehensive communications strategy is a plus.

Demonstrated experience in both execution and management in communications. A strong track record working with executive management and board members.

Knowledge of the issues related to the Foundation’s mission, such as wellness, health equity, health disparities, race, class, and privilege, is a plus. Deep knowledge and understanding of California’s unique assets and needs is a plus.

Substantive experience in strategic communications, communications planning, digital media, content creation, and media relations. Strong relationships with reporters and experience successfully pitching and securing stories are a plus.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate across the foundation, serving as a resource to others and obtaining their input, using persuasiveness, persistence, and determination.

Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills with strong attention to detail and a strong focus on a message-oriented storytelling approach.

Demonstrated ability to establish strategy, develop work plans, multitask, and deliver quality work on time and within budget.

Strong sense of priorities and objectives and a conscientious approach to problem identification and resolution.

Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively manage staff, lead teams, and work well with people at all levels of the organization.

Core Competencies
The ideal candidate will embody Cal Wellness’ core competencies:
Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Communication
Innovation
Leadership
Teamwork and Collaboration

LOCATION

Cal Wellness operates with a hybrid work model that supports in-office and remote work. In-office attendance will typically be required on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Travel is estimated at up to 40% to engage with the team, have a periodic presence at our Los Angeles headquarters and Oakland office, and attend meetings and convenings across the State. This position may be at our Los Angeles headquarters or Oakland office.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The target starting salary for the newly hired Director of Communications is $200,000 annually. The full salary grade for the role is $173,800 to $260,800 annually. Highlights from the foundation’s benefits package include a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 16% employer contribution, flexible paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, 3:1 matching gifts, and the opportunity to work at a mission and values-driven organization.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The California Wellness Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse candidate pool. Additionally, we are a fair chance employer and welcome candidates with lived experience with the criminal justice system. The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to limit the scope of potential work assignments. This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, and duties may differ from those outlined above.

How to Apply

Martha Montag Brown & Associates, LLC has been retained to conduct this search. Interested and qualified candidates should apply by emailing a resume and a targeted cover letter to search@marthamontagbrown.com.

Resume review begins immediately, and candidates will be considered on a rolling basis. Those selected for advancement will be asked to participate in several rounds of interviews (virtual and in-person), complete a writing assignment, and provide a list of professional references. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our application process.

Please direct all inquiries to the search firm.

The Organization – Silicon Valley Community Foundation

For the past 20 years, the mission of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) has been to advance innovative solutions to challenging problems. The organization has returned to its community foundation roots – engaging donors, corporations, government and community partners in efforts to make the Silicon Valley region and the world a better place. Based in Mountain View, California, SVCF partners with families, individuals and corporations to manage and facilitate their philanthropy by connecting donors to communities’ most pressing needs.

Position Overview

SVCF is seeking an experienced Executive Vice President, Community Action, Initiatives, and Policy, who will collaborate to successfully deliver programmatic strategies for the foundation’s discretionary funds and craft integrated processes that highlight the strengths of each portfolio and provide opportunities to leverage the underlying intersections among them. The EVP, CAIP, will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to advance the policy interests of SVCF. This position offers a competitive salary range of $300,000 to $350,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

The Silicon Valley Community Foundation has exclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit https://the360group.us/SVCF_EVPCAPP_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.

The Organization – The California Wellness Foundation

THE CALIFORNIA WELLNESS FOUNDATION
The California Wellness Foundation (Cal Wellness) is a private, independent foundation established in 1992 with a mission to protect and improve the health and wellness of the people of California. As one of the largest health-focused foundations in California, with over $1 billion in assets, Cal Wellness is a nationally recognized leader for its strategic core operating support for grantees; public policy grantmaking; and a focus on violence as a public health issue. It is Cal Wellness’ desire to promote equity and level the playing field so that everyone has access to good-paying jobs; healthy and safe neighborhoods; and quality health care services.

The foundation’s current Advancing Wellness grantmaking strategy includes four interrelated portfolios. Since its founding, Cal Wellness has awarded nearly 12,400 grants totaling more than $1.3 billion. In addition to its grantmaking, the foundation has committed to using its voice, influence, and endowment dollars to advance its mission.

Cal Wellness has a diverse staff of approximately 45 located in its Los Angeles and Oakland offices and a diverse 13-member Board located throughout the state of California. The foundation’s work underscores a belief that wellness requires social justice, a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and sustained efforts to eliminate systemic barriers that prevent access to health care, education, employment, and safety.

Please visit http://www.calwellness.org for more information.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Accounting Manager is a newly created role that will add capacity to a robust finance and accounting team.  This key position will have responsibility in critical areas that include financial and cost analysis, financial planning, treasury, audit and tax support. As our investments portfolio continues to grow in scope and complexity, the Accounting Manager is also responsible for investment accounting and managing the financial operations for the program-related investments (PRI). This position will be a key partner and support to the Controller, having responsibility for developing and strengthening internal processes, operations and infrastructure.

The person who steps into this role will have the opportunity to partner with an outstanding eight-person finance team.  They will bring substantial accounting and investment accounting experience.  They will be a highly experienced and knowledgeable accountant, keen to roll up their sleeves and be hands on with the work, and capable of mentorship and being a team player.

This is a unique opportunity to join an organization committed to utilizing and leveraging its financial resources to further its mission, align its values and serve communities.  Cal Wellness has committed to aligning its entire endowment by building a portfolio that has positive impact on the foundation’s mission and reflects the foundation’s core values of racial and gender equity, while earning market rate return and contributing to the foundations long-term financial stability.  Learn more about our impact investing here.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Investment Accounting- Approximately 40%

• Oversees the communication with investment advisors and custodial bank regarding any issues that may arise related to investment accounting.

• Reviews and approves monthly cash investment bank reconciliation.

• Reviews and approves quarterly investment reconciliation and investment journal entries.

• Supports accounting staff and provides knowledge and guidance on investment accounting related issues.

• Analyzes information and prepares reports and projections on the Foundation’s investments, payout and related tax planning.

• Reviews, monitors and oversees the maintenance of the year-end private equity investment accounting log.

• Assists with investment audit and 990PF related schedules.

• Oversees PRI invoicing and prepare wires for capital calls.

• Reviews and analyzes reports from PRI agencies and PRI Advisor.

• Develops best practices for all investment accounting functions.

• Recommends and implements process improvements for all investment accounting functions.

Accounting – Approximately 40%

• Responsible for general ledger activity, including but not limited to entering monthly journal entries, executing monthly closing of the general ledger, and reconciling general ledger accounts.

• Conducts second review of month-end Concur expense reports and approves and posts related journal entries.

• Reviews and approve vendor bills and grants to insure correct coding and proper approvals.

• Recommends and implements process improvements; updates all necessary business policies and accounting practices; maintains the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.

• Prepares cashflow forecasts for use in grant and operation payouts.

• Assists with tax return and audit schedules as needed.

• Supports Controller with preparation of annual budget, partners with budget managers on routine budget the actual and forecasting analysis.

Additional Responsibilities – Approximately 20%

• Participates in professional development activities.

• Provide backup to Controller.

• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will have deep experience in accounting, with the strong blend of interpersonal skills, analytical skills and communications, enabling them to partner effectively with multiple stakeholders, including other foundation staff and consultants.

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience and growth in a finance function at a complex and relevant organization (e.g. a foundation, large nonprofit, university, audit/consulting firm, etc.).

• Clear record of achievement in investment accounting, financial management and experience with the intersection of finance, accounting, and compliance.

• A CPA is a plus.

• Knowledge of US GAAP, investment theory, financial markets, tax concepts and regulations and financial analysis.

• Experience with accounting systems, Netsuite is highly preferred

• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills and ability to convey complex information and data visually and orally in a concise, effective, and engaging way.

• An effective manager with demonstrated ability to develop strengths of individual team members and to build effective, values-based teams.

• Ability and willingness to travel periodically.

• Passionate about The California Wellness Foundation’s mission to protect and improve the health and wellness of the people of California.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will embody Cal Wellness’ core competencies:

• Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

• Communication

• Innovation

• Leadership

• Teamwork and Collaboration

LOCATION & TRAVEL

Cal Wellness operates with a hybrid work model that supports in-office and remote work. In-office attendance will typically be required Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Travel is estimated at up to 10% to engage with the team and have a periodic presence at our Los Angeles headquarters and our Oakland office and to attend meetings and convenings across the State. This position will be based at our Los Angeles headquarters.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The target starting salary for the newly hired Accounting Manager is $145,000 per year. The full salary grade for the role is $112,000 to $168,000 per year.

Highlights from our benefit package include: a variety of medical insurance plans (fully covered for staff, covered at 90% for dependents, subject to plan limits), dental and vision insurance (covered at 90-95%), a generous 401(k) retirement savings plan (with a 16% employer contribution!), flexible paid time off, tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year), professional development opportunities, matching gifts (for every $1 you give to an eligible organization, we’ll match $3), and the opportunity to work at a mission and values driven organization.

TO APPLY

Please apply here and upload a cover letter and resume by Friday, March 22, 2024.

Resume review begins immediately, and candidates will be considered on a rolling basis. Those selected for advancement will be asked to participate in several rounds of interviews (virtual and in-person), complete a writing assignment, and provide a list of professional references. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our application process, please let us know.

The California Wellness Foundation is partnering on this search with Matthew Cruz of GHJ Advisors.  Please direct all inquiries to the search firm.  No other agency referrals please.

The California Wellness Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse candidate pool. Additionally, we are a fair chance employer and welcome candidates with lived experience with the criminal justice system.

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to limit the scope of potential work assignments. This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and duties may differ from those as outlined above.

The Organization – Peak Grantmaking

PEAK Grantmaking is a vibrant membership community of more than 8,000 professionals who specialize in grants management for funding organizations and advance shared leadership and learning across the philanthropic sector. PEAK elevates their expertise and fosters collaboration to strengthen the practice of grantmaking, empowering grants management professionals to lead the way in operationalizing equity-centered, values-driven grantmaking practices. We enable philanthropy to achieve its full potential to fuel change for good.

Position Overview

PEAK Grantmaking finds itself in the midst of a pivotal time of growth and organizational transformation. The organization seeks a Partnerships Manager to work closely with the Partnerships Director to help develop, execute, and evaluate PEAK Grantmaking’s engagement strategy with philanthropic and peer organizations that support PEAK’s Principles for Peak Grantmaking. This person will focus on managing existing partnerships and developing relationships with the next generation of collaborators, serving as the principal link between PEAK and its strategic partners.

The Partnerships Manager is a new role developed by the organization to manage strategic relationships at all levels and develop a dynamic continuum of experience for PEAK’s members.

This position reports to and works closely with the Partnerships Director and will oversee aspects of partnerships, outreach, events, and communications.

Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority

Key duties and responsibilities:

●            Establish and nurture connections with individuals, organizations (including philanthropy-supporting organizations (PSOs)), and members who influence PEAK’s Principles for Peak Grantmaking strategies, funding priorities, and award regulations

●            Serve as the first point of contact for strategic partners, ensuring the utmost professionalism and prompt response time

●            Act as an ambassador for PEAK, fostering and enhancing institutional relationships, positioning for and pursuing valuable prospects, skillfully negotiating favorable agreements and partnerships, addressing operational challenges, and promoting shared objectives

●            Work with partners to compose data-driven strategic goals for collaborative initiatives

●            Coordinate with internal staff to align partnerships strategies across all communications and programmatic offerings

●            Assist the Partnerships Director in the planning and execution of public speaking engagements/presentations, including relevant activities that take place during PEAK’s annual convening

●            Manage the sponsorship program for PEAK’s annual convening in collaboration with other teams in the organization

●            Represent PEAK at various events and engagements, and deftly use these opportunities to cultivate new and strengthen existing relationships with PEAK partners

●            Harness and analyze relevant data to identify opportunities to enlist partners for and enhance member participation in various PEAK initiatives

●            Institute and monitor innovative benchmarking and reporting tools to gauge the performance and impact of partner initiatives

●            Support engagement plans, tools, and resources for members, partners, and other audiences

●            Act as the primary administrator of the Partnerships team’s project management activities in Asana

●            Serve as liaison between the Partnerships team and other teams within PEAK

●            Collaborate with the Communications, Knowledge and Learning, and Membership and Community Engagement teams on projects and events that promote and increase PEAK’s influence in the philanthropic sector

●            Incorporate equity and inclusion into work assignments and organization-wide efforts, and work to build personal knowledge and experience in these areas

Requirements and Qualifications Essential skills and experience:

●            5+ years proven experience in the field of philanthropy is required

●            Demonstrated experience in partnership development and strategy, and fundraising

●            Knowledge of philanthropy-supporting organizations (PSOs) and social sector infrastructure

●            Excellent writing, public-speaking, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to successfully collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

●            Excellent time management, project organization, problem-solving, relationship-building, and team-building skills

●            Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work independently, efficiently, and effectively

●            Be flexible, resourceful, innovative, self-motivated, and success-driven

●            Commitment to PEAK’s goals and strategy, and the ability and willingness to adapt as those goals evolve

●            An unwavering commitment to equity and inclusion

●            Advanced proficiency using M365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)

●            Experience and proficiency using collaborative project management and communications systems, such as Asana and Slack

●            Ability to travel is required. Travel for this position could include attending the annual convening, sector conferences, staff meetings and retreats, and member events.

●            Possession of valid U.S. work authorization. At this time, PEAK is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment. Therefore, applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Compensation

A comprehensive salary and benefits package will be offered. The starting salary range for this position is $90,000–$102,500, commensurate with experience.

Location and Work Environment

This position is fully remote. PEAK staff work at home, on the road, or in a satellite location for all or part of the regular workweek. You will use software and video conferencing to collaborate and stay connected with staff and PEAK members.

Equal opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles of PEAK Grantmaking, where employment and promotion opportunities are based on individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/ affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category as established under law.

PEAK is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, PEAK will take any required steps to ensure that candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to fully participate in the job application and interview process. Please submit your requests through the application form. Note that all applicants invited to interview will be provided with a list of questions in advance of meeting with PEAK team members.

Similarly, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable staff members with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment at PEAK.

Application Process

Use this link to apply for the position. Please upload your cover letter and résumé, preferably in a single PDF.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEJ7kIBpPwpTK805Ne_6UwUgTMEe8ltk6cposYFjdeak27nQ/viewform