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The Organization – Humanities in Place, Mellon Foundation

The Mellon Foundation (“Foundation”) is a not-for-profit, grantmaking organization that believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there.  Through its grants, the Foundation seeks to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive.   The Foundation makes grants in four core program areas—Higher Learning, Public Knowledge, Arts and Culture, and Humanities in Place—and through its signature Presidential Initiatives. The Foundation seeks a Research Associate in the Humanities in Place program.

Three interconnected strategies guide Mellon’s HiP grantmaking:

Keep and Shape Our Places

Resource projects, initiatives, and infrastructure to better identify, document, create, and care for our places; and support innovative ideas and actions that design a more just present and future landscape—in community with one another and in society.

Evolve our Institutions

Catalyze initiatives and programs that support the evolution and sustainability of institutions (e.g., civic, cultural, educational, or community) focused on advancing social justice through place-based approaches.

Promote Greater Engagement and Understanding

Support projects and programs with a place-based focus that promote greater access, interaction, and exchange of stories and experiences toward a fuller appreciation and understanding of a wider variety of our histories, narratives, and expression.

Please visit the Foundation’s grants database to see all of the grants made through the HiP program. A selection of organizations, people, places, and ideas that inspire our work are featured on the Mellon website Public Places, Public Stories page.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Program Director for HiP, and in close collaboration with the HiP program and Executive Vice President for Programs and Research staff, the Research Associate will provide programmatic, logistical, and research support to programmatic work in HiP. The Research Associate prepares research-based evaluative and analytical reports at the request of the Program Director; they will also assist in the review and preparation of materials in the grantmaking process. The Research Associate is expected to work approximately 75% of the time on research activities and 25% in the direct grantmaking support duties of other HiP program staff. During certain times of the year, or year-to-year, the percentage of work in either area may vary.  This role will include occasional travel for site visits and research, meetings, and programs nationwide.

Responsibilities include providing concise analytical reports that are carefully researched, written, and illustrated, focusing on the evaluation of past and current grantmaking initiatives, providing information in support of prospective future initiatives, and serving the assessment and research needs of the Foundation’s Program Officers and Executive Officers.

Position Details:

Responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Prepare carefully developed, elegantly crafted, concisely written, and clearly illustrated analytical and evaluative reports as needed, and in support of the HiP program’s grantmaking efforts;
• Review and research unsolicited inquiries and prospective grants for discussion with the HiP program team;

• Conduct research in connection with past, current, and new program grantmaking, initiatives, and strategies;
• Prepare briefing materials and reports for the HiP Program Director, Foundation Vice President, President, and key staff, as assigned;
• Lead and develop complex research and content development work including reports, presentations, articles and papers, related materials for the HiP Program Director and key staff for internal and external audiences and platforms;
• Support and coordinate special research projects for grantmaking work and other initiatives for HiP and across the Foundation’s program areas, Vice President’s and President’s Offices, and other Foundation departments;
• Develop and coordinate research, planning, content, and arrangements for on- and off-site visits, meetings, and programs;
• Manage prospective grants from first receipt to presentation to the Foundation Officers and Board of Trustees, to post-award management, including their tracking and management in Fluxx online grant portal, and communicate with grantees as directed about the progress of their proposals and grant activities;

• Monitor and carefully review grant reports and requests for modifications, extensions, and transfers, correspond with grantees about deficiencies, alert program colleagues to unresolved difficulties, and take appropriate actions;
• Identify the need for grant modifications and no-cost extensions, and facilitate the modification approval process by providing instructions to the grantee, reviewing request materials, and updating relevant information in Fluxx;
• Participate in meetings with current and potential grantees; take notes and maintain notes and files on grant and potential grant activities;
• Work with other Foundation departments to ensure timely delivery and processing of grant-related information, and facilitate rapid response to internal questions as they arise;
• Keep grant files in the Foundation’s file management system up to date; resolve inconsistencies;
• Undertake general office and grant-related work, such as electronic filing, maintaining program records, preparing correspondence, responding to requests for information, scheduling, etc.;

• Work with external consultants and evaluators as needed.

Qualifications: 

The ideal candidate would hold a master’s degree, preferably in the arts, humanities, design, or policy, or in a related area. Candidates who have earned a PhD will also be considered. Five years of full-time experience in a fast-paced, high-volume office, institutional, public sector, or non-profit environment is preferred but not required. Applicants should possess:

• Commitment to the Foundation’s mission, core values, and focus on social justice;

• Demonstrated interest and knowledge in place-based or cultural heritage-focused programs, initiatives, and projects;
• Non-English language proficiency and a deep and longstanding connection to BIPOC and/or underrepresented communities is preferred;
• An awareness and thoughtfulness of the dynamics of personal and institutional agency, power, and privilege;
• Superior research, oral, written, and visual communication skills; experience with business-related travel and/or participating in site visits, conferences, or convenings;
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills with precise attention to detail;

• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision on multiple projects and matters at once, while being a committed team player;
• Ability to read, understand, and develop organizational and project budgets;
• An orientation toward self-starting, proactive anticipation of team needs, and creative problem solving;
• Interest in lifelong learning and professional development;

•  A high degree of competency in the MS Office and Adobe software; and
•  Familiarity with web-based technologies such as data management, visualization, and analysis applications (Box.com, Monday.com, Fluxx, Power BI, ArcGIS StoryMaps, etc.), or a willingness to learn and experiment is desirable.

The Mellon Foundation offers a generous total reward package that provides base salary as well as a comprehensive benefits program. Mellon is committed to providing compensation that is competitive and equitable within the philanthropic sector. The estimated salary range for this role is $115,000-$130,000. The amount of pay offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to qualifications, unique skills, credentials or experience that is expected to impact the candidate’s contribution to the role. We will also consider market data as well as the Foundation’s internal pay equity framework.

Please note that Mellon maintains a hybrid work schedule, with three days/week in person at the Foundation’s Manhattan offices.

Candidates should apply by submitting (1) a thoughtful cover letter describing fit for the position, (2) samples of or links to any relevant research, and (3) a resume by March 8, 2024.

The Foundation will consider each response carefully, but only contact those individuals it believes are most qualified for the position.

How to Apply

https://www.mellon.org/article/careers

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.

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.

Assistant, Planned Giving

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Brookline, MA

Full Time

The Assistant provides administrative support to one Director, an Associate Director, and an Assistant Director on the Planned Giving team which raises funds from individuals and families through estate gifts, life income vehicles, and complex assets in support of research and care at Dana-Farber. This role includes data entry, drafting and managing correspondence, calendar, processing gifts, making travel arrangements and appointments, and providing event support, in addition to other administrative duties as assigned. The ability to multitask with a high degree of attention to detail is required. The Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to within the Planned Giving Team. 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.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support to three fundraisers on the Planned Giving team as follows:

• Develop a working knowledge of ClearView fundraising database, Planned Giving Calc, Excel, Event Management System and other management information and tracking systems used by the Philanthropy office.

• Assist Associate Director with Estate Administration correspondence and tracking.

• Support the Director with prospect outreach and maintenance of their prospect pool; Assist with donor visits, travel arrangements, correspondence, and other outreach efforts by mail, email, and phone calls.

• Assist in assembling life income proposals utilizing PG Calc and serve as a liaison to State Street Global Advisors for administration of life income gifts (CGAs, CRTs, PIFs).

• Assist in coordinating the annual Dana-Farber Society (DFS) dinner, including receiving RSVPs and generating nametags, guest lists, invitations, and save the date and event confirmation notices.

• Manage Planned Giving’s online DFS donor list and oversee all DFS greetings in ClearView.

• Assist in the planning and execution of various Planned Giving internal and external meetings. Take meeting minutes, as necessary.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual projections, reports, and analysis of estate gifts and DFS membership.

• Process checks in coordination with Donor Services and office protocols.

• Assist with DFS stewardship, including coordination of mass mailings.

• Respond to calls and visits from volunteers, sponsors, donors, prospects, and inquiries at large. Submit expense reports and manage p-card reconciliation process for Director and Associate Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Reports to the Director, Associate Director, and Assistant Director within the Planned Giving Team. Independent decision-making on day-to-day tasks and good judgment is required for dealing with Institute donors, trustees, volunteers, and senior staff and confidential information.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Associate degree and/or administrative training degree required. As this level position is often considered a “base” for someone pursuing a Philanthropy career, a bachelor’s degree is preferred. 0-2 years of administrative experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Attention to detail is a must. Excellent written and verbal communications skills are necessary with a strong orientation to customer service. Superior organizational skills and ability to manage a variety of projects are key. Directed and self-starting attitude with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team and work with a variety of personalities. Solid computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office Suite products are essential. High degree of confidentiality must always be exercised.

Patient Contact:

No.

Working Conditions:

Hybrid (2-3 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place each week). Some evening and weekend work is required.

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

For more information and to apply, please visit: 
https://careers.dana-farber.org/assistant-planned-giving_1

The Organization – Center for Effective Philanthropy

About YouthTruth:

YouthTruth was born out of a conversation between the Center for Effective Philanthropy and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation back in 2008. The Foundation was seeking to hear from more voices – and one that was missing was the voice of the people whose lives they were trying to affect: the students themselves.

YouthTruth is based on the simple but powerful premise that when you get timely feedback from those you’re trying to serve, and really listen to that feedback to make changes, you get better.

About CEP:

For two decades, CEP has led the movement to improve philanthropy through a powerful combination of dispassionate analysis and a passionate commitment to improving lives. Today, over 350 foundations around the world have used CEP’s assessments and advisory services to gather honest feedback from their stakeholders in an effort to learn how to be even more effective. CEOs and trustees have come to rely on our research for insights into foundation effectiveness on a wide range of topics, from assessing performance to developing strategy to managing stakeholder relationships. Our highly regarded programming—including our biennial conference—gives foundation leaders an exclusive and unprecedented opportunity to connect with their peers. Strengths of CEP’s work culture are entrepreneurialism, accountability, teamwork, collegiality, diversity, and mutual respect.

The Opportunity:

We believe, and research shows, that student and stakeholder voice matters.

We equip education leaders and philanthropic funders to integrate on-the-ground insights into planning, professional development, and improvement processes. As the leader of YouthTruth, you would have the opportunity to influence schools, districts, funders and networks and help create happier, healthier, school systems paving the way for higher academic achievement.

Position Overview:

The Vice President represents YouthTruth and oversees all aspects of the initiative. The Vice President represents YouthTruth publicly, leads fundraising efforts, and manages relationships with its advisors. The Vice President is also responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of YouthTruth and ensuring that YouthTruth achieves its goals. Other key responsibilities of this role include marketing, managing funder relationships, overseeing district and state recruitment efforts nationally, overseeing product development, and guiding overall implementation. Reporting to the President of CEP, the Vice President is a member of CEP’s senior leadership team, leads a team of 17, and collaborates closely with staff in other departments at CEP.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic vision and leadership to successfully achieve YouthTruth’s growth, expansion, and sustainability plans.
• Serve as a spokesperson and persuasive champion for YouthTruth, for the importance of hearing from students, and for the insights gleaned from our data sets – including through speaking engagements, blog posts, and op eds.
• Cultivate and manage new and existing funder relationships to support YouthTruth, with leading national and regional education funders and organizations.
• Lead regional funder collaboratives to help foundations learn from and use perception data to advance their strategy, tactics, and grantee relationships.
• Working closely with YouthTruth’s leadership team:
  • Oversee all program operations – including survey administration, customization, data analysis, production of reports at multiple levels (teacher, school, district, and regional/state/portfolio-level), results sharing, and professional development workshops for leadership teams – for all YouthTruth products (student surveys, family, surveys, and school staff surveys).
  • Oversee sales, marketing, and outreach efforts to engage regional funders, states and districts; and to apply YouthTruth’s experience to ongoing school improvement efforts
  • Focus team on ensuring that clients understand, and are well positioned to use, assessment results – demonstrating patience, empathy, and an appreciation for organizational dynamics and the barriers to change and improvement.
  • Oversee research agenda and publication of two to four reports annually drawing on YouthTruth’s aggregate national dataset.
• Manage and convene an external Advisory Board to provide strategic guidance.
• Manage a 17-person team and foster a strong team culture that prioritizes cohesion, mentorship, trust, respect, and empathy.

Qualifications:

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with a variety of constituents and present a vision and a compelling case for organizational support
• Superior analytical skills and comfort drawing insights from data and applying them to broader context and application
• At least 10 years of relevant work experience, including experience managing teams in a fast‐paced Edtech organization, school district or network, nonprofit, or business environment
• Demonstrated experience successfully bringing an initiative or business to scale
• Exceptional project management skills and experience managing a small team across multiple dynamic workstreams
• Strong strategic acumen, understanding of organizational dynamics, and ability to navigate challenging political climates
• Commitment to the role that data can play in improving the performance of education improvement efforts
• Interest in leading a growing team in a highly entrepreneurial, fast‐paced environment
• Willingness to “roll up one’s sleeves”
• Experience leading marketing and sales efforts
• A commitment to excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion; in particular, experience with – and strong advocacy for – marginalized communities
• Strong risk tolerance and comfort with ambiguity
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a passionate and dedicated staff
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Business, or similar field preferred
• Estimated 25 percent travel required

We believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of creativity and innovation, and we actively seek out candidates from many types of diverse backgrounds to apply for this exciting role.

Benefits:

We successfully compete for top talent across the public and private sectors and offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• A commitment to pay parity and salary equity. The annual salary for this role is ­­­­$255,000 (CA)
• Performance based incentive compensation plan
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans
• Generous paid time off plan, including up to 15 holidays, three weeks of accrued vacation, and two personal days per year
• Flexible working schedule options
• 401(k) plan with a 1:1 Employer Match up to 5% of total compensation
• Generous annual personal professional development allowance
• Flexible spending and dependent care tax free savings plans
• Life insurance covered 100% by the organization

Location:

This role will be based in our San Francisco, California office.

We strive to balance in-person time with flexibility and the needs of each person, team, and the organization. We believe culture, communication, trust, training, and certain kinds of creative work benefit from in-office interactions – and that remote work also has many advantages. Staff are expected to be in the office one day per week and enjoy the option to work fully remotely from anywhere four weeks per year. That said, given the leadership role the Vice President will play and the size of the YouthTruth team, we’d expect a more significant in-office presence for this leader: perhaps two to three days a week in the office when not travelling.

How to Apply:

Please fill out our application for employment and attach a resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position. If you have any questions, please contact Leaha Wynn, Senior Manager, People and Culture and D&I Strategist or Alyse d’Amico, Vice President of People and Culture at jobs [at] cep [dot] org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We believe that a diversity of thoughts, experiences, backgrounds, personalities, and identities helps us think bigger and better, and enables us to reach our goals more effectively. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

The Organization – National Audubon Society

The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas towards a future where birds thrive because Audubon is a powerful, diverse, and ever-growing force for conservation. Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the hemisphere and more than 1.5 million active supporters.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Conservation Officer, the Senior Director, Conservation Funding and Partnerships leads the development and implementation of Audubon’s strategy to build and deepen partnerships with new, existing, and emerging state, federal, and multi-national public agencies to influence and/or implement impactful, high-priority projects across the organization’s priority geographies. The Senior Director works across departments and at times leads cross-organizational teams to identify, develop, and drive innovative public partnerships and funding investments in Audubon’s conservation work across the Americas. Under the Senior Director’s leadership, Audubon aspires to more than double public partnerships, cooperative agreements, and opportunities to implement transformational public funding through Audubon-delivered conservation projects over the next five years as part of Flight Plan, its new strategic plan.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required as well as at least 10+ years of successful experience in securing direct public funding such as working as a program officer within a public agency or private foundation distributing public funding. Three years of leadership experience required. An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated success in identifying, applying for, obtaining and/or managing grants or other cooperative agreements from a variety of funding sources at the six-, seven- and ideally eight-figure level.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and secure funding for large, ambitious, and impactful funding proposals that stretch across programmatic or geographic boundaries.
• Deep understanding of regulatory requirements for publicly-funded projects and experience implementing compliant projects and programs. Experience with leveraging private investments as match is a plus.

Location: Remote

Compensation:

$150,000-$160,000/year=National

$160,000-$170,000/year=Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY $170,000-$180,000/year=NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle

Apply: https://driwaterstonehc.com/position/sr-dir-conservation-funding-partnerships-national-audubon/

DRiWaterstone is proud to lead this search on behalf of National Audubon Society.

The Organization – Woka Foundation

Woka Foundation’s mission is to help create a just world that values environmental vitality and recognizes the dignity of all peoples. Founded in 2019, we work to mitigate climate change through five focus areas: scientific innovation, regenerative practices, gender equity, education, and keeping fossil fuels in the ground. We are a small-staffed team and small board working remotely. We administer over $13 million in grant dollars each year across about 40 organizations.

Position Overview

As Woka’s second paid staff position, the Associate Director of Program and Operations will have a unique opportunity to shape day-to-day operations and contribute to strategic plans for future growth for a nimble foundation dedicated to making a decisive impact on mitigating climate change. The new position will report to the Director of Operations and Strategy and work closely with Woka’s Board of Directors, grants management consultants, grantee partners, and potential grantee partners. This position offers an opportunity to play an essential part in shaping Woka’s response to the existential threat of our time.

Ideal Candidate

We seek a thought partner and intellectually agile generalist whose curiosity, passions, and aspirations align well with Woka’s guiding principles and priorities. The ideal candidate has excellent organizational skills, a penchant for developing and managing efficient operational systems, knowledge of grants management and nonprofit financial administration, and they relish the opportunity to create change that moves the current system from an extractive economy to a regenerative economy. Candidates with personal or professional experience in various aspects of our focus areas will be given specific attention.

How to Apply

Please scroll to the Careers section of our website here for the full job description: https://www.wokafoundation.org/meet-the-team

Applicants applying by March 29th will be given priority consideration, with the position open until filled. Please submit a cover letter and resume to info@wokafoundation.org. Please use your cover letter to describe your interest in the role and why you see yourself as a good fit for the Woka ethos.

The Organization – News Literacy Project

About News Literacy Project

The News Literacy Project (NLP), a nonpartisan education nonprofit, is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy throughout American society, creating better informed, more engaged, and more empowered individuals — and ultimately a stronger democracy. NLP is the leading provider of news literacy education to students primarily through our signature e-learning platform, Checkology® (https://get.checkology.org), and to the public through our website, RumorGuard™ (https://www.rumorguard.org).

Our vision: News literacy is an integral part of American life, and people of all ages and backgrounds know how to identify credible news and other information and understand the indispensable role a free press has in a democracy, empowering them to play a more equal and active role in the civic life of the country.

To learn more, please visit the News Literacy Project’s website: https://newslit.org/

The Opportunity

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced major gifts fundraiser to join a growing nonprofit that is helping to protect American democracy by combating the proliferation of misinformation in an increasingly digital era.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Development, this newly created position is a senior frontline fundraiser who will manage a West-coast based portfolio and closely support NLP’s founder, CEO, and other senior leaders on priority donor and partner relationships. This role will also work closely with the Major Gifts Officer, East and the Development Operations team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Portfolio and Prospect Management

• Develop and steward an active portfolio of 75-125 major donors and prospects (individuals, family foundations, corporate, and select institutional funders) to cultivate, solicit, and close gifts in support of NLP’s organizational priorities.

• Cultivate meaningful donor connections through strategic in-person or virtual meetings (approximately 12-15 personalized encounters monthly).

• Lead proactive and continuous prospect research to identify, qualify, and cultivate new prospects that expand regional pipelines.

• Develop and execute strategies to identify existing donors with additional capacity and secure increased philanthropic support by deepening their engagement.

• Collaborate with the development team to craft compelling, personalized collateral and proposals to cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with a focus on multi-year commitments.

• Implement major gift cultivation and stewardship plans, including major gift pipeline growth activities, in coordination with senior leadership.

Donor Engagement

• Leverage existing events and lead new initiatives to curate and execute new West Coast in-person events focused on recruiting new prospects and strengthening donor engagement (i.e. panel discussions, cocktail receptions, salons, fireside chats, and other donor-directed initiatives).

• Assist in developing and planning substantive virtual experiences for donors.

• Collaborate closely with the SVP of Development and team to refine and implement cutting-edge stewardship practices for annual fund and Visionary Circle members, ensuring each interaction is meaningful and impactful.

Data Management

• Ensure timely capture of fundraising data, share pertinent information with peers and senior leadership, and maintain impeccable donor records, including email communication, meeting notes, follow ups, written engagement, solicitation strategies, and giving projections.

• Analyze and communicate major gift donor data, maintain accurate records and communications, and collaborate with staff and leadership to develop engagement strategies for optimal donor relations.

• Develop annual revenue projections based on donor and prospect profiles, capacity, and engagement strategies.

Candidate Profile

NLP recognizes that there is a spectrum of lived and professional experience that will set candidates up for success in this role. While no one candidate will have every experience outlined in the position description, ideal candidates will display the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:

Passion for the Mission

A mission-driven fundraiser, you are excited by an opportunity to use your professional skills to join us in contributing to a thriving, more news-literate America. You see the deeply rooted connection between news-literacy and a robust, equitable democracy, and view this role as an opportunity to bring fresh fundraising solutions to a team that is collaborative, action-oriented, and aligned with NLP’s Theory of Change: https://newslit.org/future/

Major Donor Engagement

An experienced and ambitious fundraiser, you thrive by establishing and cultivating strong, meaningful relationships with high-net-worth donors. You bring a collaborative approach to your work with senior leadership to provide an exceptional donor experience and have a track record of personally closing five- and six-figure gifts from individuals, corporate donors, and/or foundations. An effective and timely communicator, you have the ability to identify potential donors, quickly and intuitively understand what motivates them, and build productive philanthropic relationships.

Flexible and Adaptive

As a senior development professional, you actively work towards an organizational culture of philanthropy and build relationships with your teams, leadership, and boards during times of growth or change. You bring Board or Committee management experience, particularly in supporting board or committee members’ efforts to create connections for your organization. You exhibit sound judgement and discernment in your interactions with prospects, donors, teams, and partners to manage competing priorities in a fluid, dynamic workplace.

Data-Driven Decision Making

An avid learner, you consistently leverage data analytics, use donor database systems effectively, and see technology as a tool to optimize major gifts strategies. You analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative data and use your findings to inform strategic decisions related to major gifts and donor engagement. You extract meaningful information from data, track donor engagement metrics, and use data-driven insights to enhance fundraising outcomes.

Storytelling and Narrative Development

As a storyteller, you leverage your verbal and written communication skills to develop compelling donor materials and pitches that inspire action and support. You look for and listen to internal drivers, connect prospects with organizational mission, and articulate your organization’s vision and mission into narratives that inspire a call to action. You develop clear and compelling communications, tailor your approach to donor interests and motivations, and effectively communicate the significance of philanthropic support.

In addition, strong candidates will offer:

• Experience growing and scaling a regional team is highly desirable.

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, fundraising databases and tools (preferably EveryAction and Wealth Engine), and working knowledge of tools like Notion, is strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time position. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $140,000-150,000.

NLP also offers outstanding benefits, including bonus, health and dental insurance, a 401(k)-plan match and more. For an overview of our generous benefits package, check out our HR benefits summary: https://newslit.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FY23-Summary-of-Staff-Benefits.pdf

This is a US-based remote position. This position requires frequent travel across the West Coast, particularly SoCal, for in-person meetings. NLP has an office in Washington, DC, where this person may also be expected to travel on occasion (for staff retreats, etc.).

The News Literacy Project welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We offer equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons and prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, disability unrelated to job requirements, genetic information, military service or other protected status.

We deeply value diversity in the workplace and strongly believe that a diverse team enriches our organization and strengthens our ability to realize our mission (read/print NLP’s Organizational Values [PDF: http://newslit.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/NLP-Values.pdf] and Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion [PDF: http://newslit.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Commitment-to-DEI.pdf]).

Contact

Koya Partners has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Molly Brennan, Malissa Brennan, and Gina Wrolstad. Express interest in this role by filling out our Talent Profile: https://apptrkr.com/5046313 or emailing the search team directly at newsliteracyproject@koyapartners.com. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.

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.

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 – 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 and Public Policy (CAPP) 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, CAPP 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.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.

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 – Women Moving Millions

CHIEF PHILANTHROPY OFFICER | WOMEN MOVING MILLIONS
HYBRID WORK MODEL
Flexibility to be based in one of the following metro areas: New York, NY; Boston, MA; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; or San Francisco, CA. Preference for the role to be based in New York, NY.

Women Moving Millions’ (WMM) mission is to catalyze unprecedented resources to realize a gender-equal world. Launched initially as a campaign, WMM founders believed in the power and potential of what is possible when you gather a community of women together with a shared commitment to change the world. In the last decade, the community has grown to nearly 400 members who have collectively committed over $1B to improve the lives of women, girls, and gender-expansive people worldwide. WMM does this not just because they believe in gender equality, but because it’s a smarter, more effective way to foster a more equitable world.

At WMM, they envision a gender equal world where women and girls are agents of change in their own lives and communities. A world that is just, at peace, and flourishing. To achieve this vision, they believe greater resources must be directed to the intersecting movements fighting for gender and racial equality. With less than 2% of philanthropic capital going to women and girls, this vision will remain out of reach unless the quantity and quality of funds going to feminist movements and leaders increases exponentially.

To accomplish this vision, WMM seeks to strengthen the funding ecosystem of the movement and serve as a bridge to the intersecting movements working towards gender equality. Through the curation of a dynamic community of women philanthropists, they are able to tap into and leverage members’ collective influence and power (resources, social capital, and expertise) and drive greater capital to accelerate progress. WMM takes a ‘big tent’ approach to its membership, including women at all stages of their philanthropic journeys, creating spaces for members to be vulnerable, build trust, and hold one another accountable as they learn, grow, and act.

Today, WMM brings its unique platform, movement expertise, and position as a leader in catalyzing capital to bear in everything they do. It has a proven track record of moving money to the movement: from its founding campaign, which raised a groundbreaking $181M for 41 women’s funds, to the 2020 Give Bold, Get Equal Campaign, which secured $110M in new member commitments amidst the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Women’s Power and Influence Fund, seeded by Pivotal Ventures in 2022, which activated over $11M in new giving. WMM’s history and approach as an organization and community builder is proof that when women give boldly, others will follow.

In 2023, WMM launched a new strategic planning effort, with leadership support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to offer a new, bold vision and roadmap for how WMM will meet the urgent challenges impacting women’s rights globally and set it on an accelerated path to move the next billion dollars in resources to the movement for gender equality in its history. Through this plan, WMM seeks to unleash the full power of this community, and support a more diverse ecosystem of members, nonmembers, funding partners, and investment activity.

Position Overview

Amid this critical mission and environment of extraordinary investment and expansion, WMM seeks candidates for Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO). The CPO provides comprehensive and strategic leadership of WMM philanthropic engagement and revenue growth initiatives. The primary responsibility of this leader is to drive strategies for the ongoing growth of a diverse community of philanthropic support and deep, long-term relationships based on the common goal of gender equality. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CPO works closely with senior executive and Board leadership to establish and advance philanthropic engagement goals and secure the revenue necessary to sustain WMM’s overall efforts for gender equality. The CPO will manage an evolving team that currently includes the Director of Community Engagement, Assistant Director of Communications, and Member Engagement Associate and is projected to expand commensurate with organizational growth and in consultation with the CEO. The CPO will lead efforts to fund implementation of WMM’s strategic priorities by simultaneously growing sources of recurring revenue (member dues and contributions, foundation and corporate support) to ensure long-term sustainability and raising supplementary growth capital through major gifts to WMM from members and foundations.

This is a unique opportunity to play a significant role in advancing gender equality for a philanthropy leader who possesses a background of developing and executing creative, effective fundraising strategies and events as well as a sophisticated understanding of influencing and stewarding high-net-worth donors, family offices, foundations, and institutional philanthropy.

Download the full position description via the following link:
https://diversifiedsearchgroup.com/search/20611-wmm-philanthropy

Women Moving Millions is committed to the diversity of its workforce and strongly encourages applicants from all cultures, races, educational backgrounds, socio-economic classes, sexual orientations, age, gender, and physical abilities to apply. WMM does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, familial status, marital status, caregiver status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

How to Apply

Women Moving Millions has retained the DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice of the Diversified Search Group to assist in this confidential search process. Inquiries, nominations, and applications (current resumes and cover letters) may be submitted via the following link – https://talent-profile.diversifiedsearchgroup.com/search/v2/20611, or directed to:

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

The Organization – USC Alumni Association (USCAA)

About the USC Alumni Association

The USC Alumni Association (USCAA) is a vibrant and dynamic organization dedicated to engaging and supporting the vast network of USC alumni worldwide. With over 100 affiliated alumni organizations and a commitment to fostering a culture of philanthropy, the USCAA serves as the representative voice for all USC alumni. Through a wide range of programs, events,

and services, the USCAA strengthens connections among alumni and with the university, ensuring a lifelong bond with the Trojan Family.

Position Overview

Lindauer is pleased to partner with the University of Southern California in its search for an Associate Senior Vice President for Alumni Relations.

The University of Southern California’s Alumni Association (USCAA) is seeking an Associate Senior Vice President (ASVP) for Alumni Relations to lead in cultivating a robust alumni network. Reporting to the Senior Vice President for University Advancement, the ASVP will spearhead strategic initiatives to increase alumni engagement, philanthropic support, and community building while advancing the university’s mission, priorities, and values.

Ideal candidates will possess a personal connection to USC, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as cultural competency, inclusive leadership, and senior management experience within a complex organizational structure.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact by fostering meaningful connections among USC alumni and the larger Trojan Family, contributing to the university’s overarching mission of societal development.

Successful candidates will:

• Develop a strategic vision to enhance alumni connection and philanthropy, aligning with

USC’s mission.

• Oversee diverse programs, events, and services, incorporating USC traditions and

innovative engagement methods.

• Support and collaborate with the USC Alumni Board of Governors and volunteers to

optimize alumni involvement.

• Foster transparent communication to educate alumni on university priorities and

USCAA’s impact.

• Strengthen ties within the Trojan Family and facilitate open collaboration with internal

and external stakeholders.

Salary Range: $325,000-$400,000K

How to Apply

Learn more and apply: https://lindauerglobal.co/usc-asvpaa

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 opportunities for people with low income in American cities. With an endowment of approximately $4 billion 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 position

The Internal Communications Officer manages a portfolio of communication products and responsibilities, including, but not limited to: (1) Providing primary communications support for operational departments; (2) Researching, creating, and developing content to enhance internal and external understanding of Kresge’s mission, grantmaking, investing, and impact; and (3) Developing and implementing communication plans that promote the internal and external priorities of the Kresge Foundation.

Primary responsibilities

·       Bring the full complement of communication tools– traditional, digital, social, and event management – to create and deliver high-impact communication plans, products, and deliverables to internal and external audiences.

·       Identify, research, write, and create news stories, press releases, case studies, presentations, speeches, and other communications needed to promote understanding of Kresge’s mission, values, grantmaking, investments and organizational activities to internal and external audiences.

·       Develop and edit organizational messages and plans to inform staff of news and key developments – from message conceptualization and refinement to internal distribution, follow-up, and evaluation.

·       Publishes relevant content weekly on Intranet site. Partners with Information Technology to maintain Intranet software, manage changes and introduce new features to HUB ambassadors and staff.

·       Serve as editor and publisher of biweekly internal newsletter.

·       Co-lead internal intranet ambassador group and provide training so that “super users” have the skills to create and post content on the HUB, further contributing to the flow of information throughout the foundation.

·       Anticipate and support communication challenges as a trusted organizational partner, including crisis communication readiness.

·       Collaborate with the digital team to maintain a consistent visual identity.

·       Periodically may assist Kresge grantees and partners with their communications needs, including advising, reviewing, and editing press releases, research reports and other materials, as needed; orchestrating from behind-the-scenes or assisting with media and other events, as needed.

·       Prudently manage resources and demonstrate a commitment to fiscal stewardship.

·       Provide research and communications project support for the External Affairs and Communications Office as needed.

·       Provide regular updates to the Director on project developments and status.

·       Embody Kresge values in both professional and personal behavior.

·       Exhibit consistency, dependability, and reliability.

·       Engage in scheduled team and foundation events to promote collaboration, personal development, and enrich the overall work environment.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field.

·       A minimum of five years corporate communications experience; three of the five years in an internal communications role preferred, and nonprofit experience preferred.

·       Demonstrated news judgment, writing, researching and interviewing skills. Ability to accurately translate information to internal and external audiences using clear, accessible prose.

·       Experience with content-management systems required. Experience with Microsoft SharePoint intranet platform and WordPress desirable.

·       Demonstrated professional maturity and ability to use professional judgement, manage information confidentially, and apply discretion.

·       Solid interpersonal skills; ability to participate in collaborative project teams and coordinate deliverables/deadlines throughout all phases of a project.

·       Thorough knowledge and practice of Associated Press style.

·       Ability to juggle tasks, quickly adapt to changing needs, and meet deadlines.

·       Demonstrated ability to work independently on projects and assignments.

·       Experience with video production and scripting desirable.

This position is full-time. The starting salary for this position begins at $110,174.00 per year. Individual offers will be based on the candidate’s years of experience and our practice of upholding salary equity within the foundation.

The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 21, 2023. Please attach a cover letter for consideration for this position. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

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 occasional 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

The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 21, 2023. Please attach a cover letter for consideration for this position. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

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=900443&source=CC2&lang=en_US