Troy, MI

Education Program Team Fellow, The Kresge Foundation

The Organization – The Kresge Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding equity and opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $4 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of- the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the Education Team

The Education Program leads with equity as we work to help increase college access and success, advance economic mobility and strengthen urban communities. We do this by funding organizations and networks of institutions that prioritize improving the educational outcomes and experiences of students we care most about – people with low incomes, especially those living in cities, and underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, including first-generation, Black, Latino, Asian-Pacific Islander, Native American, veterans and immigrant students. We work across the country, but prioritize funding in: Kresge focus cities of Detroit, Memphis or New Orleans; cities within our Education Program focus states of California, Florida, Michigan, and Texas; other large cities or state-wide initiatives; and South Africa, the only country where Kresge makes grants outside of the U.S.

The Education Program’s 2024 priorities include support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities, our student success work with South African higher education institutions, college student voting and civic engagement work, and the field’s response to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on race-conscious admissions. The Fellow will be fully embedded in the team and work alongside Program staff to review grant requests, help manage and learn from relationships with grantee partners, conduct analysis and qualitative research to inform the team’s strategies and assist with project management.

About the position

The Program Team Fellow is responsible for the planning and implementation of team and cross-team efforts and practices that support the foundation’s work nationally and on-the-ground in American cities to strengthen the social, economic fabric of individuals and communities. The Fellow will work in partnership with a program team to manage projects, conduct research and analysis to inform strategies, and lead projects associated with the program team’s priorities. The Fellow will gain insight into the social sector, institutional philanthropy, community development, and cross-team strategies to advance racial equity through their work, by supporting the implementation of initiatives, participating in team projects, mentoring relationships, and cohort-based learning opportunities.

The Fellow will be a part of a larger cohort of fellows and is expected to live and work in the Detroit-metro area starting August 2024 in order to effectively participate in the fellowship.

This role is a term-limited two-year appointment, with the option of a one-year extension.

Primary responsibilities:

Project Management & Team Operations

·         Serve as a project manager and coordinator for the programmatic team, keeping current with tasks for each activity, including dates and deliverables, meeting agendas, and notes.

·         Support and/or lead specific projects that contribute to program team goals.

·         Coordinate assigned program team participation in activities as assigned, such as lunch and learns, program forums, and projects related to intersecting issues.

·         Coordinate and support key internal team processes such as strategy and initiative development, goal/objective setting, budgeting, and work planning.

·         Develop agendas and support team meetings.

·         Prepare key materials for presentations and meetings.

Research & Analysis:

·         Conduct research and analysis as assigned that inform team initiatives and overall strategy.

·         Synthesize information from grantee partners to identify key lessons that should be shared with the field and applied to team strategies.

·         Support the development of clear, concise written communications (including memos, briefs and presentations) for a range of audiences including foundation leadership and its board of directors.

·         Act as point of contact for portions of work including convenings, research, and knowledge exchange.

Grantmaking & Relationship Management

·         Assist in the team’s review of grant requests, preparation of grant recommendations, and other duties as assigned in service to the program’s objectives.

·         In partnership with the team’s Program Officers, participate in grantee-partner engagement and relationships as requested by team.

·         Plan, travel to, and participate in conferences, convenings and site visits with grantees and funding partners.

Other Responsibilities:

·         Gain understanding of philanthropy and specific sector areas (e.g., community development, education, health, etc.) and its role in social sector change.

·         Pursue career goals through professional development and mentorship, while developing ideas, planning for, and securing post-fellowship opportunities.

·         Participate in learning activities with other Kresge Fellows, such as leadership training, skills workshops, and other structured curriculum.

·         Share collective responsibility for achieving objectives of the assigned program team.

·         Demonstrate a strong commitment to the foundation’s mission and values and demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Explore equity and its centrality to the work.

·         Participate in scheduled team and foundation events to strengthen collaboration and enhance the overall work experience.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s Degree required, with a preference for candidates with coursework experience or degree(s) in areas related to higher education, public policy, educational equity or philanthropic studies.

·         Two years of experience in related fields.

·         Demonstrated interest in community development, the social sector, and college access and success for low income and students of color.

Skills:

·         Strong project management skills and the ability to chart one’s own direction collaboratively; takes initiative.

·         Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems creatively using qualitative and quantitative data to drive decision-making.

·         Strong written and oral presentation skills to effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including executive team members.

·         Strong team orientation, including the ability to collaborate effectively within and across teams and departments to reach common goals.

·         Effective time management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload in a fast-paced environment.

·         Ability to work with many personalities and successfully understand and work within organizational culture.

·         Strong customer service orientation for engaging with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and partners.

·         Brings an intersectional lens to their work and can understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and experiences.

·         Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.

Values:

·         Commitment to expanding equity and opportunities for low-income people.

·         Commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values (stewardship, respect, equity, creativity, partnership, and opportunity) with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Take a learning stance.

This position is full-time. The salary for this position is $75,000 per year.

The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 12, 2024.

This position is located in Troy, Michigan and currently has a hybrid schedule.  Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard in-office days, however, there may be times when you will have to adjust the days based on work needs.

This position requires travel for foundation activities, events and professional development activities.

Some of the benefits include:

·         Health, dental, vision and life insurance

·         Paid time off

·         Half day Fridays

·         401k and 401k matching

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Life, accident and disability insurance

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Kresge Foundation participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify and to know your rights please click here.

How to Apply:

please click the link below to apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=899545&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Remote

Director of Individual Giving, Merit America

The Organization – Merit America

About the Organization: 

The American economy is broken. Today, 53 million working adults–nearly half of the U.S. workforce–do not earn a living wage. And these talented workers have few options to advance: college is too long and expensive, full-time bootcamp programs don’t offer enough flexibility, and online courses don’t have the structure or support to translate learning into a new career. The result? Talented workers, disproportionately people of color and women, get stuck in low-wage roles with no way to build a better life for themselves and their families.

Merit America is a national nonprofit that creates pathways to family-sustaining careers for Americans without college degrees, stuck in low-wage work. Our fast, flexible solutions are built for working adults: we start by analyzing tens of millions of job postings to identify in-demand, high-paying tech careers, and then work with industry-recognized partners to train for these roles with part-time programs that combine flexible online learning with best-in-class coaching. Finally, we work with a broad constellation of local and national employers like JPMorgan Chase and Infosys to place learners into higher-earning, family-sustaining jobs, driving an average wage gain of $24k. Merit America is on a mission to build a scalable pathway for workers to join the middle class through merit, not money. We’re on track to generate $1B in wage gains by 2025.

About the Role: 

Merit America empowers low-wage workers to build family-sustaining careers through innovative training programs and supportive coaching. As the Director of Individual Giving, you’ll play a pivotal role in fueling this mission by securing transformative gifts from high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs).  The primary mission of the Director of Individual Giving is to build and develop the individual giving function at Merit America.

The Director of Individual Giving will actively partner with Merit America CEOs and other senior leaders to expertly manage and thoughtfully cultivate relationships with HNWIs, ensuring their support for the organization’s mission.

A successful candidate will:

  1. Design and lead the individual giving function at Merit America.
  2. Carry a portfolio of high net worth individuals (HNWI), leading their cultivation and opportunity development to hit fundraising targets.
  3. Over time, build and manage a team of front-line major gifts fundraisers.

The Director of Individual Giving is an exempt role and will report directly to the Vice President of Development and work primarily with the Development Team within the broader Sustainability Team.

What You’ll be Doing: 

In collaboration with the VP of Development, the Director of Individual Giving will design and execute development strategies focused on ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The 2024 fundraising target for this role is ~$3M. To reach it, the Director of Individual Giving will focus on acquiring net new leads while also nurturing existing relationships and closing gifts in progress.

The responsibilities of the Director of Individual Giving will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Prospect Identification and Outreach (20%):

  • Design outreach strategies and streamline systems to increase Merit America’s visibility among potential high-net-worth donors at the right time, leveraging the right resources. This work may include:
    • Conducting thorough prospect research and relationship mapping to help identify paths to connect with new prospective donors.
    • Finding alignment between new or existing prospects and Merit America’s mission.
    • Identifying and recommending strategic touchpoints to capture prospects’ attention, including partnering with our Marketing team and PR firm as needed.
    • Preparing CEOs/executive leaders for external meetings.

Portfolio Moves Management (60%):

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive cultivation plan to nurture prospective donors through regular engagement and meaningful touchpoints.
  • Draft impactful correspondence, including for co-CEOs and others, to engage with current and prospective donors and ensure leaders receive timely reminders to engage prospects.
  • Manage the Individual Giving pipeline, identifying which prospects are in which stage, which prospects may need additional cultivation, and coordinating with other team members to execute those actions and close gifts to hit fundraising targets.
  • Maintain accurate records in the Salesforce database to enable reporting to the team and stakeholders.

Leading a Collaborative Team (20%):

  • As the program grows, build and manage a team of talented frontline fundraisers, providing mentorship, coaching, and performance management
  • Collaborate effectively across departments (Data, Marketing, Revenue Operations, Finance) to leverage resources and expertise in support of individual giving goals.
  • Assist with and/or consult on any activities related to donor identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, or stewardship.  Examples include:
    • Events
    • Website experience
    • Reporting
    • Surprise and delight donors with thoughtful, unexpected stewardship
    • Comprehensive support for donation processing and recognition

What Makes a Successful Candidate: 

We know that women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities are often less likely to apply to a position if they don’t match 100% of the job qualifications.  Don’t let that be the reason you miss out on this opportunity!  We encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate many of these skills and competencies. Below are the skills that are relevant for thriving in this role:

Must Haves:

  • Proven experience working within a nonprofit development team, including directly fundraising six and seven-figure gifts from high-net-worth individuals, as well as responsibility for engagement with donors, research, and reporting
  • Experience building and leading a small strategic team of fundraisers to meet or exceed fundraising targets
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-management skills
  • Phenomenal written and verbal communication skills, including proven experience and comfort in corresponding and engaging with HNWI donors in writing, on calls, and in-person
  • Strong cross-functional coordination ability
  • Solutions-oriented and strong project management skills, with the ability to proactive problem-solving skills to identify and address pipeline gaps
  • Be energized by our organizational mission – to provide a pathway to family-sustaining careers for low-wage workers.
  • Proven history of living within our values
  • Sense of deep personal responsibility for our collective success
  • Commitment to DEIJ, not just with regard to our mission but also in how we show up to do our jobs each day

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Salesforce
  • Familiarity with the workforce development sector

Other Logistics:

  • This position is full-time: 4-day work week (Fridays are an operating day if there is a holiday closure during the week)
  • Location:  Remote
  • Salary: Base salary of $148,000, along with the potential to earn an incentive bonus of up to $20,000
  • Application Deadline: February 25, 2024

Our goal is to have competitive and equitable compensation.  We have a market-based compensation approach, which means we benchmark each role from reputable data sources. We compare our benchmarks against similarly sized non-profit organizations with comparable annual budgets and geographical areas. We pay the same rate for the same roles and adjust to comply with statutory mandates. 

We take care of our employees by providing the following perks and benefits: 

  • 4-day work week (Fridays are an operating day if there is a holiday closure during the week)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (100% Paid Employee Only Coverage)
  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
  • Dependent care Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Reimbursement Account fully funded by Merit
  • Education reimbursement & personal development stipend
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Unlimited vacation (after a 90-day introductory period)
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption benefits (after 1 year of employment)
  • 11 federally recognized holidays
  • 1-week office closure in July (week of July 4th)
  • 2-week holiday office closure in December/January
  • 401(k) retirement plan with automatic Merit contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program | Talkspace | Sanvello
  • Discount perks at work program
  • Phone/technology stipend
  • Home office setup stipend

How to Apply:

If you are interested in being considered for a position with us, please submit an online application by the application deadline, February 25th.

Indianapolis, IN

Chief Equity and Innovation Officer, The Indianapolis Foundation

The Organization – The Indianapolis Foundation

Chief Equity and Innovation Officer – The Indianapolis Foundation (TIF) seeks a visionary Chief Equity and Innovation Officer to imagine, design, and lead the start-up of a newly formed Center for Racial Equity and Economic Opportunity (CREEO).  The mission of CREEO is to innovate and scale practices that significantly reduce racial and economic disparities through research-based strategies and community collaboration.  The position will inspire and supervise two senior leaders within CREEO including the Vice President for Racial Equity Lab and the Vice President for CREEO Advancement.

Position Overview

We are Central Indiana Community Foundation, The Indianapolis Foundation, Hamilton County Community Foundation and Women’s Fund of Central Indiana–a $1 billion collective of philanthropic organizations committed to making Central Indiana a community where all individuals have equitable opportunity to reach their full potential – no matter place, race or identity.

What We’re Looking For: 

The Indianapolis Foundation (TIF) seeks a visionary Chief Equity and Innovation Officer to imagine, design, and lead the start-up of a newly formed Center for Racial Equity and Economic Opportunity (CREEO).  The mission of CREEO is to innovate and scale practices that significantly reduce racial and economic disparities through research-based strategies and community collaboration. The position will inspire and supervise two senior leaders within CREEO including the Vice President for Racial Equity Lab and the Vice President for CREEO Advancement.  Reporting directly to the President of The Indianapolis Foundation, the successful candidate will be responsible for standing up a Center that builds on the Foundation’s prior work to advance racial equity and increase social and economic mobility for individuals, families, and communities, especially historically underserved and disinvested communities. The Center formalizes the Foundation’s commitment to the goals of equity and opportunity, establishing the research and knowledge base required to translate theory into practice and track meaningful measures of progress over time. With visionary and inspirational leadership, the Center is well-positioned to attract and leverage partnerships and funding from other institutions that share our commitment to a more just and equitable city and county.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop the theory of change, high-leverage programmatic areas of focus, and a five-year strategic and fundraising plan for CREEO outlining key goals, objectives and milestones.
  • Develop and launch under CREEO a succession of prototyping to practice Labs, beginning with the Racial Equity Lab and Economic Opportunity Lab as the flagships for, its vision and strategy, programmatic areas of focus, goals and objectives, and sustainable funding model.
  • Lead the positioning of CREEO in the community by directing the branding, marketing, communications and narrative efforts in partnership with the CREEO  leadership team and the Director of Marketing and Communications.
  • Lead a $10 million fundraising campaign over 3 to 5 years to sustain the Center and ensure annual funding for ongoing operations and programming.
  • Develop local, state, and national partnerships to expand the reach and impact of the Center.
  • Accelerate the rate of growth of the total number of users for the Movement of 10,000 applications to double every year surpassing 10,000 users by 2026.
  • Build a prestigious advisory board of community leaders and civic luminaries to advance the work of CREEO.
  • Lead and innovate the TIF Community Ambassadors program.

Requirements:
For applicants who believe they can meet the overall expectations of the position, we encourage you to apply.

  • Experience. Master’s degree with 20+ years of experience in the not-for-profit or public sector or bachelor’s degree in not-for-profit management, with a demonstrated track record of senior leadership and successful fundraising of significance. Experience in grant making, innovation and equity is preferred.  At least 10 years of professional experience.
  • Community-focused. Existing relationships with national funders, innovation ecosystems and relevant corporate foundations.  Familiarity with Indianapolis. its communities, critical issues, key organizations, civic leaders and resources preferred.
  • Inspired. You are deeply committed to the idea of a community foundation and its possibilities for the community, and you can inspire an audacious campaign setting a new standard for generosity in our community.
  • Results-Focused. You consistently deliver measurable outcomes, leverage data of current donors and prospects for decision-making, and can juggle multiple priorities while achieving outstanding results.
  • Builder. Relationships, teams, partnerships, and a shared vision – you build these with intentionality and rigor.
  • Learner. You are curious and seek to understand the world around you, challenge your own viewpoints, and continually think about how to deliver better results with your team, colleagues, and external partners.
  • Exceptional People Manager. Building and leading teams of talented and strong-minded individuals and helping your colleagues perform at their best are among your deepest passions. You offer inspiration and lead by example, challenging your colleagues to perform at the highest levels, and instilling a possibilities mindset and a culture of accountability.
  • Flexible. Ambiguity doesn’t scare you; it invigorates you. You’re able to manage through complexity, coach team members and colleagues through challenges, and keep TI F’s mission and values at the center of key decisions.
  • Inclusive. You understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t “nice to have,” but critical to enabling positive results. You insist on diversity of race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and lived experiences as you build teams and coalitions.

What You Get:

  • $200,000 salary plus generous benefits, including:
  • Employer-provided health, dental, vision
  • 7% percent employer discretionary 403b contribution
  • Potential for an annual bonus based on organizational and individual performance
  • 10.5 paid holidays, including MLK Day and Juneteenth
  • 20 PTO Days
  • Flexible hybrid office environment (in office three days a week). Home base–English Foundation Building in downtown Indianapolis
  • An opportunity to do meaningful, results-driven work with a passionate, diverse team, supporting organizations that are committed to building and maintaining a strong, equitable and supportive culture for our team of changemakers.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

Central Indiana Community Foundation, The Indianapolis Foundation, Hamilton County Community Foundation and Women’s Fund of Central Indiana are equal opportunity employers that seek to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds and to support their retention and advancement. Justice is one of our core values, and we are committed to fostering a workplace culture inclusive of people with respect to their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, marital status, age, disabilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs or any other characteristic. Our commitment to justice and diversity also means providing a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and engaging.

Our mission is to mobilize people, ideas and investments to make Central Indiana a community where all individuals have equitable opportunity to reach their full potential—no matter place, race or identity.

Racism deeply impacts the well-being of our communities, compounding existing disparities and creating intersectional barriers. We strive to name and address these barriers through community engagement and assessment, relevant and effective policy creation, and organizational accountability methods. We support initiatives that address all forms of oppression, however, maintaining an explicit focus on race is essential to advancing equity across our communities. Improving outcomes for people of color will improve outcomes for everyone.

How to Apply:

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Indianapolis, IN

Chief Development and Partnerships Officer, The Indianapolis Foundation

The Organization – The Indianapolis Foundation

Chief Development and Partnerships Officer – The Chief Development and Partnerships Officer (CDPO) will serve as one of the Foundation’s key external-facing leaders liaising with philanthropic, nonprofit, and civic leaders throughout our community while deeply engaging and inspiring the Foundation’s donor partners

What We’re Looking For:

The Indianapolis Foundation (TIF) seeks an authentic relationship builder and experienced and outstanding fundraiser to join its executive team to help create a more vibrant and opportunity-rich community. The Chief Development and Partnerships Officer (CDPO) will serve as one of the Foundation’s key external-facing leaders liaising with philanthropic, nonprofit, and civic leaders throughout our community while deeply engaging and inspiring the Foundation’s donor partners who recommended over $46 million in grants in 2022. This is an outstanding opportunity for a results-driven leader to help shape an iconic philanthropic institution founded more than 100 years ago that is charting its next phase of growth, refreshing its brand and market positioning, and launching a new strategic plan. Supervise the Director for Development.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the chief strategist and lead architect of an ambitious fundraising campaign that seeks to raise $100 million in new charitable contributions over the next 3 to 5 years to support goals and objectives outlined in the TIF strategic plan.

  • Generate substantial co-investment funds from donor partners, businesses, philanthropic organizations, and governmental agencies to help tackle complex challenges facing Marion County and seize on opportunities for sustained impact.
  • Strategically advise and partner with the Director of Marketing and Communications to develop and execute external campaigns that tell TIF’s story, connect with current and future donors, and position TIF as the philanthropic partner for Marion County.
  • Collaborate with the Central Indiana Community Foundation’s Donor Engagement team to build a culture of philanthropy within TIF; train and activate a 14-person team as brand ambassadors, fundraisers, and champions for community impact.
  • Build partnerships with local, state and federal government agencies that advance the mission and strategic goals of TIF.
  • Mobilize and staff a committed board of community leaders to grow TIF’s impact throughout the region.
  • In collaboration with the President of TIF, develop, execute, and evaluate the Foundation’s impact investing strategy in Marion County with a keen eye towards equity, learning, and data-driven results. This includes liaising and vetting opportunities with the leaders of IMPACT Central Indiana including the Presidents of The Indianapolis Foundation, Hamilton County Community Foundation and Central Indiana Community Foundation.
  • Deeply partner with Foundation board committees and colleagues throughout the organization to ensure operational excellence internally and strategic impact externally.

Requirements:

For applicants who believe they can meet the overall expectations of the position, we encourage you to apply.

  • Experienced. You have at least a Bachelor’s degree; a Master in Philanthropy and fundraising; an MBA or MPA highly preferred. At least 7 years of professional experience; 5+ years in a C-level role, or its equivalent, reporting to the CEO. Your track record on fundraising, business development, and launching new partnerships is second to none.
  • Inspired. You are deeply committed to the idea of a community foundation and its possibilities for the community and you can inspire an audacious campaign setting a new standard for generosity in our community.
  • Results-Focused. You consistently deliver measurable outcomes, leverage data of current donors and prospects for decision-making, and can juggle multiple priorities while achieving outstanding results.
  • Builder. Relationships, teams, partnerships, and a shared vision – you build these with intentionality and rigor.
  • Learner. You seek to understand the world around you, challenge your own viewpoints, and continually think about how to deliver better results with your team, colleagues, and external partners.
  • Exceptional People Manager. Leading teams and helping your colleagues perform at their best are among your deepest passions. You offer constructive feedback in a timely manner, hold people with a developmental mindset, and create accountability around our shared work.
  • Flexible. Ambiguity doesn’t scare you; it invigorates you. You’re able to manage through complexity, coach team members and colleagues through challenges, and keep TIF’s mission and values at the center of key decisions.
  • Inclusive. You understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t “nice to have,” but critical to enabling positive results. You insist on diversity of race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and lived experiences as you build coalitions.

What You Get:

$175,000 salary plus generous benefits, including:

  • Employer-provided health, dental, vision
  • 7% percent employer discretionary 403b contribution
  • Potential for an annual bonus based on organizational and individual performance
  • 10.5 paid holidays, including MLK Day and Juneteenth
  • 20 PTO Days
  •  Flexible hybrid office environment (in office three days a week). Home base–English Foundation Building in downtown Indianapolis
  • An opportunity to do meaningful, results-driven work with a passionate, diverse team, supporting organizations that are committed to building and maintaining a strong, equitable and supportive culture for our team of changemakers.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

Central Indiana Community Foundation, The Indianapolis Foundation, Hamilton County Community Foundation and Women’s Fund of Central Indiana are equal opportunity employers that seek to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds and to support their retention and advancement. Justice is one of our core values, and we are committed to fostering a workplace culture inclusive of people with respect to their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, marital status, age, disabilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs or any other characteristic. Our commitment to justice and diversity also means providing a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and engaging.

Our mission is to mobilize people, ideas and investments to make Central Indiana a community where all individuals have equitable opportunity to reach their full potential—no matter place, race or identity.

Racism deeply impacts the well-being of our communities, compounding existing disparities and creating intersectional barriers. We strive to name and address these barriers through community engagement and assessment, relevant and effective policy creation, and organizational accountability methods. We support initiatives that address all forms of oppression, however, maintaining an explicit focus on race is essential to advancing equity across our communities. Improving outcomes for people of color will improve outcomes for everyone.

How to Apply:

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Troy and Detroit, MI

American Cities Program Team Fellow, The Kresge Foundation

The Organization – The Kresge Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding equity and opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $4 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of- the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the American Cities Program

The American Cities Program is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working proactively to advance the resurgence and revitalization of cities across America. Our vision is that all people in cities across the nation experience holistic wellbeing, dignity, agency, and justice in the places where they live. We take a comprehensive and reparative approach to strengthening community and economic development systems to better serve all people living with low-income by focusing on the economic inequities experienced by people of color. We conduct place-based philanthropy in Fresno, Memphis, New Orleans and other cities deeply impacted by economic and racial marginalization to facilitate change in place, to demonstrate what’s possible and to inform national practice. The team manages its own grantmaking and also supports and integrates the work of Kresge’s Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Health and Human Services teams in the foundation’s cities of focus, including Fresno, Memphis and New Orleans.

The American Cities Fellow will be responsible for supporting the implementation of a program strategy that builds upon the foundation’s experience working nationally and on-the-ground in Detroit to strengthen the social, economic, cultural and physical fabric of other cities. The work is rooted in increasing socioeconomic mobility and addressing the systemic inequities in our society. The Fellow will work alongside the team’s Program Officers to review grant requests, help manage and learn from relationships with grantee partners, conduct analysis and qualitative research to inform the team’s strategies to address inequity, project manage the Program’s key grantmaking and convening initiatives and lead team operations associated with advancing the Program’s strategic priorities.

About the position

The Program Team Fellow is responsible for the planning and implementation of team and cross-team efforts and practices that support the foundation’s work nationally and on-the-ground in American cities to strengthen the social, economic fabric of individuals and communities. The Fellow will work in partnership with a program team to manage projects, conduct research and analysis to inform strategies, and lead projects associated with the program team’s priorities.

The Fellow will gain insight into the social sector, institutional philanthropy, community development, and cross-team strategies to advance racial equity through their work, by supporting the implementation of initiatives, participating in team projects, mentoring relationships, and cohort-based learning opportunities.

The Fellow will be a part of a larger cohort of fellows and is expected to live and work in the Detroit-metro area starting August 2024 in order to effectively participate in the fellowship.

This role is a term-limited two-year appointment, with the option of a one-year extension.

Primary responsibilities

Project Management & Team Operations

·         Serve as a project manager and coordinator for the programmatic team, keeping current with tasks for each activity, including dates and deliverables, meeting agendas, and notes.

·         Support and/or lead specific projects that contribute to program team goals.

·         Coordinate assigned program team participation in activities as assigned, such as lunch and learns, program forums, and projects related to intersecting issues.

·         Coordinate and support key internal team processes such as strategy and initiative development, goal/objective setting, budgeting, and work planning.

·         Develop agendas and support team meetings.

·         Prepare key materials for presentations and meetings. 

Research & Analysis

·         Conduct research and analysis as assigned that inform team initiatives and overall strategy.

·         Synthesize information from grantee partners to identify key lessons that should be shared with the field and applied to team strategies.

·         Support the development of clear, concise written communications (including memos, briefs and presentations) for a range of audiences including foundation leadership and its board of directors.

·         Act as point of contact for portions of work including convenings, research, and knowledge exchange.

Grantmaking & Relationship Management

·         Assist in the team’s review of grant requests, preparation of grant recommendations, and other duties as assigned in service to the program’s objectives.

·         In partnership with the team’s Program Officers, participate in grantee-partner engagement and relationships as requested by team.

·         Plan, travel to, and participate in conferences, convenings and site visits with grantees and funding partners. 

Other Responsibilities

·         Gain understanding of philanthropy and specific sector areas (e.g., community development, education, health, etc.) and its role in social sector change.

·         Pursue career goals through professional development and mentorship, while developing ideas, planning for, and securing post-fellowship opportunities.

·         Participate in learning activities with other Kresge Fellows, such as leadership training, skills workshops, and other structured curriculum.

·         Share collective responsibility for achieving objectives of the assigned program team.

·         Demonstrate a strong commitment to the foundation’s mission and values and demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Explore equity and its centrality to the work.

·         Participate in scheduled team and foundation events to strengthen collaboration and enhance the overall work experience. 

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s Degree required.

·         Two years of experience in related fields,

·         Demonstrated interest in community development, the social sector, economic development, cross-sector collaboration, public policy, urban planning, nonprofit management, or philanthropy.

·         Previous experience in consulting, analysis, project management, strategy or operations (for-profit, non-profit or public sector) preferred.

Skills

·         Strong project management skills and the ability to chart one’s own direction collaboratively; takes initiative.

·         Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems creatively using qualitative and quantitative data to drive decision-making.

·         Strong written and oral presentation skills to effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including executive team members.

·         Strong team orientation, including the ability to collaborate effectively within and across teams and departments to reach common goals.

·         Effective time management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload in a fast-paced environment.

·         Ability to work with many personalities and successfully understand and work within organizational culture.

·         Strong customer service orientation for engaging with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and partners.

·         Brings an intersectional lens to their work and can understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and experiences.

·         Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.

Values

·         Commitment to expanding equity and opportunities for low-income people.

·         Commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values (stewardship, respect, equity, creativity, partnership, and opportunity) with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Take a learning stance.

This position is full-time. The salary for this position is $75,000 per year.

The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 12, 2024.

This position is located in both our Detroit and Troy, Michigan offices and currently has a hybrid schedule.  Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard in-office days, however, there may be times when you will have to adjust the days based on work needs.  

This position requires travel for foundation activities, events and professional development activities.

Some of the benefits include:

·         Health, dental, vision and life insurance

·         Paid time off

·         Half day Fridays

·         401k and 401k matching

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Life, accident and disability insurance

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Kresge Foundation participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify and to know your rights please click here.

How to Apply

please click the link below to apply

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=899533&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Troy, MI

Health Program Team Fellow, The Kresge Foundation

The Organization – The Kresge Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding equity and opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $4 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of- the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the Health Program

The Kresge Health program uses grants, social investments, technical assistance, convenings, strategic communications and evaluation to help build equity-focused systems of health that allow all people to achieve well-being. We champion community-led solutions, working closely with our partners to make sure that people with low wealth in America’s cities have access to safe, affordable housing, fresh food, clean air, primary care, and economic opportunities.

We aim to influence the practices and investments of health care institutions, advance policies and develop dynamic leaders with the ability to transform systems. We work across sectors to support partnerships between health organizations, human services agencies and other nonprofits that advance social and economic mobility and improve the health and well-being of people and communities.

We organize our work within three focus areas: Community-Driven Solutions , Community Investments for Health Equity , and Community Health Ecosystems . The Health program also collaborates with other Kresge programs to support work that addresses multiple program priorities at the intersections of different fields of practice. The team is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and works to ensure that our grants, investments, contracting, and other activities work toward this goal.

About the position

The Program Team Fellow is responsible for the planning and implementation of team and cross-team efforts and practices that support the foundation’s work nationally and on-the-ground in American cities to strengthen the social, economic fabric of individuals and communities. The Fellow will work in partnership with a program team to manage projects, conduct research and analysis to inform strategies, and lead projects associated with the program team’s priorities.

The Fellow will gain insight into the social sector, institutional philanthropy, community development, and cross-team strategies to advance racial equity through their work, by supporting the implementation of initiatives, participating in team projects, mentoring relationships, and cohort-based learning opportunities.

The Fellow will be a part of a larger cohort of fellows and is expected to live and work in the Detroit-metro area starting August 2024 in order to effectively participate in the fellowship.

This role is a term-limited two-year appointment, with the option of a one-year extension.

Primary responsibilities

Project Management & Team Operations

·         Serve as a project manager and coordinator for the programmatic team, keeping current with tasks for each activity, including dates and deliverables, meeting agendas, and notes.

·         Support and/or lead specific projects that contribute to program team goals.

·         Coordinate assigned program team participation in activities as assigned, such as lunch and learns, program forums, and projects related to intersecting issues.

·         Coordinate and support key internal team processes such as strategy and initiative development, goal/objective setting, budgeting, and work planning.

·         Develop agendas and support team meetings.

·         Prepare key materials for presentations and meetings.

Research & Analysis

·         Conduct research and analysis as assigned that inform team initiatives and overall strategy.

·         Synthesize information from grantee partners to identify key lessons that should be shared with the field and applied to team strategies.

·         Support the development of clear, concise written communications (including memos, briefs and presentations) for a range of audiences including foundation leadership and its board of directors.

·         Act as point of contact for portions of work including convenings, research, and knowledge exchange.

Grantmaking & Relationship Management

·         Assist in the team’s review of grant requests, preparation of grant recommendations, and other duties as assigned in service to the program’s objectives.

·         In partnership with the team’s Program Officers, participate in grantee-partner engagement and relationships as requested by team.

·         Plan, travel to, and participate in conferences, convenings and site visits with grantees and funding partners.

Other Responsibilities

·         Gain understanding of philanthropy and specific sector areas (e.g., community development, education, health, etc.) and its role in social sector change.

·         Pursue career goals through professional development and mentorship, while developing ideas, planning for, and securing post-fellowship opportunities.

·         Participate in learning activities with other Kresge Fellows, such as leadership training, skills workshops, and other structured curriculum.

·         Share collective responsibility for achieving objectives of the assigned program team.

·         Demonstrate a strong commitment to the foundation’s mission and values and demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Explore equity and its centrality to the work.

·         Participate in scheduled team and foundation events to strengthen collaboration and enhance the overall work experience.

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s Degree required. Coursework in public health from an accredited Public Health (including Health Administration) program or Public Policy program with a public health emphasis; graduate level coursework or degree preferred.

·         Two years of experience in related fields.

·         Demonstrated interest in care Health program initiatives/portfolios including community development, the social sector, or one of the Foundation’s Program areas Climate Change, Health & Equity; PHEARLESS; Community Safety; Equitable Food Oriented Development; and Advancing Health Equity through Housing preferred.

Skills

·         Strong project management skills and the ability to chart one’s own direction collaboratively; takes initiative.

·         Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems creatively using qualitative and quantitative data to drive decision-making.

·         Strong written and oral presentation skills to effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including executive team members.

·         Strong team orientation, including the ability to collaborate effectively within and across teams and departments to reach common goals.

·         Effective time management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload in a fast-paced environment.

·         Ability to work with many personalities and successfully understand and work within organizational culture.

·         Strong customer service orientation for engaging with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and partners.

·         Brings an intersectional lens to their work and can understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and experiences.

·         Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.

Values

·         Commitment to expanding equity and opportunities for low-income people.

·         Commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values (stewardship, respect, equity, creativity, partnership, and opportunity) with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Take a learning stance.

This position is full-time. The salary for this position is $75,000 per year.

The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 12, 2024.

This position is located in Troy, Michigan and currently has a hybrid schedule.  Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard in-office days, however, there may be times when you will have to adjust the days based on work needs.

This position requires travel for foundation activities, events and professional development activities.

Some of the benefits include:

·         Health, dental, vision and life insurance

·         Paid time off

·         Half day Fridays

·         401k and 401k matching

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Life, accident and disability insurance

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Kresge Foundation participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify and to know your rights please click here.

How to Apply

please click the link below to apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=899541&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Troy, MI

Social Investments Practice Fellow, The Kresge Foundation

The Organization – The Kresge Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding equity and opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $4 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of- the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

About the Social Investment Practice (SIP)

SIP partners with each of Kresge’s program teams to find barriers to capital impeding progress in their sectors and obscuring pathways to opportunity. Then, we find capital solutions to topple those barriers. Whether through investing in solar + storage solutions, affordable housing. Place-Based community development or minority entrepreneurship, our work always supports the strategies of Kresge’s seven Program teams. We support field-building efforts in community development finance through a small grantmaking budget, especially those that address racial equity in our Program sectors.

Our work supports an often-under-resourced community-development financial system and includes program-related investments (PRIs) loans, equity investments, strategic deposits, and unfunded guarantees, which reduce risk for other investors.

Social investing at Kresge dates to the financial crisis of 2008. In 2015, Kresge’s Board of Trustees approved a $350 million impact investing pool to be deployed through 2020. A goal to leverage $1 billion from other investors was surpassed in 2019. We seek to partner with banks, other foundations, and government sources, and frequently partner with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and mission-aligned intermediaries. We also work with our endowment partners to deploy mission-related investments (MRIs) from Kresge’s corpus.

About the position

The SIP Fellow is responsible for the planning and implementation of team and cross-team efforts and practices that support the foundation’s work nationally and on-the-ground in American cities to strengthen the social, economic fabric of individuals and communities. The Fellow will work in partnership with a program team to manage projects, conduct research and analysis to inform strategies, and lead projects associated with the program team’s priorities.

The Fellow will gain insight into the social sector, institutional philanthropy, community development, and cross-team strategies to advance racial equity through their work, by supporting the implementation of initiatives, participating in team projects, mentoring relationships, and cohort-based learning opportunities.

The Fellow will be a part of a larger cohort of fellows and is expected to live and work in the Detroit-metro area starting August 2024 in order to effectively participate in the fellowship.

This role is a term-limited two-year appointment, with the option of a one-year extension.

Primary Responsibilities 

Project Management & Team Operations

·         Serve as a project manager and coordinator for the programmatic team, keeping current with tasks for each activity, including dates and deliverables, meeting agendas, and notes.

·         Support and/or lead specific projects that contribute to program team goals.

·         Coordinate assigned program team participation in activities as assigned, such as lunch and learns, program forums, and projects related to intersecting issues.

·         Coordinate and support key internal team processes such as strategy and initiative development, goal/objective setting, budgeting, and work planning.

·         Prepare key materials for presentations and meetings.

Research & Analysis

·         Conduct research and analysis as assigned that inform team initiatives and overall strategy.

·         Synthesize information from partners to identify key lessons that should be shared with the field and applied to team strategies.

·         Support the development of clear, concise written communications (including memos, briefs and presentations) for a range of audiences including foundation leadership and its board of directors.

·         Act as point of contact for portions of work including convenings, research, and knowledge exchange.

Relationship Management

·         Assist in the team’s review of requests, preparation of grant recommendations, and other duties as assigned in service to the program’s objectives.

·         In partnership with the team’s Investment Officers, participate in partner engagement and relationships as requested by team.

·         Plan, travel to, and participate in conferences, convenings and site visits with grantees and funding partners.

 Other Responsibilities

·         Gain understanding of philanthropy and specific sector areas (e.g., community development, education, health, etc.) and its role in social sector change.

·         Pursue career goals through professional development and mentorship, while developing ideas, planning for, and securing post-fellowship opportunities.

·         Participate in learning activities with other Kresge Fellows, such as leadership training, skills workshops, and other structured curriculum.

·         Share collective responsibility for achieving objectives of the assigned program team.

·         Demonstrate a strong commitment to the foundation’s mission and values and demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Explore equity and its centrality to the work.

·         Participate in scheduled team and foundation events to strengthen collaboration and enhance the overall work experience.

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s Degree required.

·         Two years of experience in related fields including finance, economics, urban planning, policy, community, or economic development.

·         Ability to read and interpret financial statements, understanding of basic accounting principles. Familiarity with nonprofit financial statements a plus.

·         Aptitude for and a curiosity about uncovering the story behind financial data and other limited information, and an ability to communicate and support analysis.

·         An orientation toward details, a focus on accuracy and pride in one’s work.

·         Proficiency with Excel, spreadsheets, and modeling a plus

·         Self-directed with strong interpersonal skills.

·         Familiarity with community development, impact investing and/or capital markets a plus.

·         A desire to better the world and an appreciation for how capital can be used to address societal problems; and a demonstrated commitment to Kresge’s mission.

Skills

·         Strong project management skills and the ability to chart one’s own direction collaboratively; takes initiative.

·         Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems creatively using qualitative and quantitative data to drive decision-making.

·         Strong written and oral presentation skills to effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including executive team members.

·         Strong team orientation, including the ability to collaborate effectively within and across teams and departments to reach common goals.

·         Effective time management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload in a fast-paced environment.

·         Ability to work with many personalities and successfully understand and work within organizational culture.

·         Strong customer service orientation for engaging with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and partners.

·         Brings an intersectional lens to their work and can understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and experiences.

·         Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.

Values

·         Commitment to expanding equity and opportunities for low-income people.

·         Commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values (stewardship, respect, equity, creativity, partnership, and opportunity) with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

·         Take a learning stance.

This position is full-time. The salary for this position is $75,000 per year.

The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 12, 2024.

This position is located in Troy, Michigan and currently has a hybrid schedule.  Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard in-office days, however, there may be times when you will have to adjust the days based on work needs.

This position requires travel for foundation activities, events and professional development activities.

Some of the benefits include:

·         Health, dental, vision and life insurance

·         Paid time off

·         Half day Fridays

·         401k and 401k matching

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Life, accident and disability insurance

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Kresge Foundation participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify and to know your rights please click here.

How to Apply

click the link below to apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=899537&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Vice President of Communications, Dogwood Health Trust

The Organization – Dogwood Health Trust

To view the complete leadership brief, please visit https://bit.ly/DHTVPComms

Headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, Dogwood Health Trust (Dogwood) became operational in 2019 and currently has approximately $1.8 billion in assets. Serving 18 counties in Western North Carolina (WNC) and the Qualla Boundary, Dogwood’s creation has opened the door to unforeseen opportunities in the area. Dogwood works closely with its partners to create a Western North Carolina where every generation can live, learn, earn and thrive with dignity and opportunity for all – no exceptions. Dogwood focuses on achieving radical and equitable impact for all who reside in WNC by engaging the public, private, and nonprofit sectors together in four strategic priority areas: Housing, Education, Economic Opportunity and Health & Wellness.

Critical to the mission of Dogwood Health Trust is the role of messaging both the work of Dogwood’s partners and the work of Dogwood in the region. To advance Dogwood’s storytelling and positioning, Dogwood Health Trust seeks a Vice President of Communications to lead impactful internal and external messaging which will support Dogwood’s work in Western North Carolina.

Position Overview

Working closely with the President and CEO and other senior leaders, the Vice President of Communications will ensure that Dogwood is known as a leader in improving the health and well-being of all people and communities in Western North Carolina. The Vice President of Communications will be charged with amplifying the work of Dogwood’s partners and communicating Dogwood’s purpose, commitments, and successful community-led initiatives to the region and beyond.

The Vice President of Communications will demonstrate their expertise in several areas including Strategic Communications, Reputational and Brand Management, and Internal Communications.

The VP of Communications will:

  • Design and implement communication strategies in partnership with the CEO and senior leaders to support community investments, partner capacity, community outreach and engagement, and investment evaluation.
  • Identify key stakeholder audiences and develop online and offline strategies to increase engagement, facilitate collaboration, and advance organizational priorities.
  • Demonstrate Dogwood’s impact by leading equity-driven storytelling that includes partner success stories, earned media, interviews, and content curation.
  • Provide leadership and support to staff and external consultants responsible for implementing all Dogwood communications strategies.
  • Ensure that Dogwood’s commitment to equity and our focus on creating opportunity for those who have been under resourced is present in all aspects of its work.
  • Proactively manage media and public relations to increase credibility and positive regard for Dogwood.
  • Provide strategic communications coaching support for Dogwood leaders to support message alignment, stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and professionalism.
  • Work closely with the CEO and other senior leaders to anticipate, manage and prevent incidents that could result in reputational damage.
  • Oversee all external-facing communications to ensure alignment with Dogwood’s purpose, brand standards and commitment to cultural sensitivity, equity, diversity, inclusion and justice.
  • In partnership with the CEO and the People & Culture team, design and oversee internal communications strategies to ensure staff are informed, supported, well-resourced, and celebrated.
  • Work closely with the People & Culture and the Vice President of Community Equity, to develop communications strategies that reinforce equity, diversity, inclusion, justice and belonging at Dogwood.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Vice President of Communications will be an excellent writer and speaker.  Ideally, the Vice President of Communications will have an undergraduate degree and at least 10 years of experience leading a communications team for an organization similar to Dogwood Health Trust. The Vice President will have the opportunity to build the Communications team and will have resources to work creatively with consultants. The Vice President will demonstrate success in expanding an organization’s digital presence and use of social media.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

The Vice President of Communications reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is a member of the senior leadership team. The VP will lead and develop the communications team and will supervise a number of outsourced consultants. The VP will collaborate with other senior leaders to develop communications and presentation strategies.

LOCATION

While Dogwood Health Trust is headquartered in Asheville, NC, the VP can live in any of the 18 counties or the Qualla Boundary. The Dogwood team works in a hybrid style, convening in the newly renovated office several times a week.

How to Apply

For more information, or to submit your resume, please email DogwoodVPComms@IntentionalWorks.com

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Director of Development, Family Promise

The Organization – Family Promise

Founded in Summit, New Jersey, in 1988, Family Promise is the leading national nonprofit addressing the crisis of family homelessness. The organization, comprised of approximately 200 Affiliates, tackles the range of issues that can lead to homelessness. From prevention services to emergency shelter to post-program stabilization, Family Promise ensures families develop vital skills, have access to critical resources, and receive ongoing support to achieve lasting independence. The organization has served more than one million individuals since its founding. You can learn more about us at http:/familypromise.org.

Family Promise seeks to hire passionate and talented individuals and recognizes that communities and organizations are stronger when they combine the skills, experiences, and efforts of a diverse group of individuals. Family Promise fosters a culture that embraces diversity, promotes inclusivity, furthers social justice, and empowers all to connect. As an organization, we are constantly evolving, listening, and learning to meet the needs of our team members and other stakeholders.

This role is part of the Family Promise of Union County program.

Summary: 

The goal driven, organized, detailed, compassionate, and highly motivated person in this full-time position is responsible for leading and supervising all aspects of our development department and community engagement for Family Promise of Union County.

This is a hybrid role, with the requirement for on-site work in the Elizabeth, NJ office and throughout the Union county community.

Primary Duties and responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Executive Director to plan for meeting current organizational funding needs and future growth.
  • Design and implement strategies for fundraising against goals
  • Plan and execute the Annual Fund activity
  • Oversee and execute grant process, including research, proposal writing, and reporting
  • Organize donor recruitment, retention, and recognition efforts, including developing, cultivating, and maintaining ongoing relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate representatives.
  • Oversee the organization and implementation of special events for fundraising
  • Direct capital campaigns and other major fundraising drives.
  • Grow planned giving program with a focus on deferred gifts such as bequest expectancies.
  • Volunteer management: in collaboration with Community Engagement manager, oversee Volunteers including training, meeting with, and acknowledging volunteers
  • Make public appearances and speak at events to share information about Family Promise Union County with the community.
  • Responsible for overseeing donor software and tracking systems.
  • Manage the design, writing and production of promotional and solicitation materials, including direct mail letters and brochures.
  • Set strategy for public awareness campaigns and social media and manage overall media relations and influencer strategy.
  • Create partnerships and relationships that build Family Promise Union County’s brand.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field both inside and outside the FP network and the Union County area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Passion for our mission to help families and individuals experiencing homelessness and low-income families achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response
  • Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Equality, Equity and Social Justice
  • Excellent relationship management skills and ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds
  • Team player and comfort interfacing with all levels of staff and external audiences
  • Professional, conscientious, friendly, and enthusiastic
  • Be comfortable working in a faith-based environment, working with congregations and clergy
  • Ability to effectively multi-task, establish priorities, work and make judgments independently, and take initiative.
  • Proficiency with Adobe and Office 365 applications
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team.
  • Ability to work both remotely and in person.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, marketing, or business development preferred.  Equivalent work experience will be considered.
  • 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising required, 5+ years preferred
  • Experience leading a team of 2 or more direct reports desired
  • Experience in  project management
  • Background Check, Valid NJ Driver’s License, and Vehicle Required
  • Bi-lingual skills (Spanish) a plus

Family Promise provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The salary range for this position is $74K-$76K

How to Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume to humanresourcesfpuc@familypromise.org with “Director of Development” in the subject line.

Mid-Atlantic Region, Remote

Program Director – Community Engagement, Chesapeake, The Keith Campbell Foundation for the Environment

The Organization – The Keith Campbell Foundation for the Environment

We are a family foundation that believes in strategic infusions of funding, and dedicates nearly 100% of our grant dollars to the environment. We citizens of the planet, we are compelled to participate in the protection of natural resources in the communities where we live.

Position Overview

The Program Director will work closely with the President to begin the Foundation’s Community Engagement Program within the Chesapeake Initiative, with a focus on the Delmarva Peninsula and Lancaster County, PA. The Community Engagement Program will engage with and serve diverse populations and constituencies, and seeks to dismantle systems that constrain the choices and opportunities of individuals. The aim of this Program is to bring needed resources to communities based on our continuous learning about their changing needs. The Program will likely explore a range of topics such as education, economic development, healthcare, nutrition, and support for youth. This Program will take on new grantees for the Foundation, and your evaluation and candor about your learning will be paramount. Your willingness to take risks and use creative thought to find areas where we can help will be your most valuable assets. This new program has the full and enthusiastic support of the President, who you will be working closely with as you begin to build a portfolio of grantees and strategy ideas. Please view the full job description here: Please view the full job description here:
https://www.campbellfoundation.org/jobs_pd_com_eng_ches/

How To Apply

Please view the full job description here:

Please apply by clicking here: https://www.campbellfoundation.org/jobs_pd_com_eng_ches/

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