Category: Job Posting

The Organization

The Alliance for Early Success is a national nonprofit that works with early childhood policy advocates at the state level to ensure that every child, birth through eight, has an equal opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.

Position Overview

The Alliance for Early Success is seeking a policy director/senior policy director who is passionate about the early years and is eager to help advocates across the country advance state policies that improve outcomes for all young children. We’re looking for someone to join a team that’s committed to continually becoming a more antiracist organization and believes the only way we’ll be successful is through policy changes that dismantle the structural racism and sexism that causes disparity from the beginning.

The Alliance for Early Success convenes and supports a community of early-childhood advocates spanning all 50 states and the District of Columbia, which ensures these allies have the connections and resources they need to secure the crucial state funding and policies that provide children what they need in the early years to realize their full potential for a lifetime. We provide our state allies the latest strategy, research, and expertise from our national allies. We organize peer learning opportunities that help them replicate success and avoid pitfalls. We provide almost $8 million in annual grants to help them build capacity and stability. And – above all – we listen to where they are, where they’re trying to go, and how we can fuel that mission.

Funded by many of the leading investors in early childhood philanthropy, the Alliance’s unique support of state advocacy is crucial to the field.

About the role:

In this role, you will cultivate authentic partnerships within our network, seize opportunities, champion equity, guide strategy, foster connections, help grantees apply for and execute Alliance grants, and leverage your issue-area expertise – all in pursuit of state policies that expand funding and improve outcomes for young children and their families.

In this job you will:

• • Collaborate with the Alliance team to create a powerful community of early childhood advocates – one that secures equitable state policies and investments that are essential for every child in every state to succeed
  • Connect our state allies with resources and expertise from national expert organizations within and beyond the Alliance network so they can accelerate and amplify their efficacy
  • Provide strategic consultation and manage peer learning opportunities on policy issues and advocacy strategies
  • Manage a portfolio of grantees that represent both state and national allies
  • Be a part of the team that decides grant allocations that are strategic and effective to maximize the impact of the investments
  • Provide expertise on prioritized policy issues so that the Alliance and its allies have current, sound, and actionable guidance

Some benefits of working at the Alliance include:

• • Strong remote culture — we were virtual long before COVID – that provides flexibility, promotes connections without proximity, and prioritizes regular opportunities for in-person connection
  • The opportunity to work with a team of high-impact, low-ego pros who are passionate about progress
  • A flexible vacation policy that includes all federal holidays and the last week of the year
  • A generous retirement plan

To be successful in the role, you’ll need:  

• • A self-managed and entrepreneurial workstyle that thrives in a less structured but highly accountable organizational culture
  • A demonstrated interest in and ability to understand and address the needs of diverse communities (experience implementing/facilitating racial equity work is a plus)
  • A proven track record of working effectively across political parties in advocacy, policy, or government entities
  • A relentless focus on outcomes and the ability to pivot when opportunity strikes
  • The ability to cultivate community by building personal relationships
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to travel regularly (when safe travel is again possible)
  • A minimum of five years’ experience in policy areas related to Alliance policy framework (expertise in family economic security, maternal and child health, and/or child welfare is a plus)
  • A bachelor’s degree (a master’s degree is a plus)

The Alliance for Early Success understands diversity strengthens organizational decision making. We are working to diversify our team and strongly encourage members of traditionally under-represented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ-identified people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English.

Position Type: Full Time, Permanent, Remote
Compensation: Competitive and Commensurate with Experience
Reports to: Executive Director

To Apply:

Send a cover letter that highlights your ability to be successful in the role along with a resume to careers@earlysuccess.org. Also, we’d love to hear where you heard about this position.

The Organization

Mission Investors Exchange (MIE) is the leading impact investing network for foundations dedicated to deploying capital for social and environmental change. With over 250 members, we provide resources, inspiration, and connections to help our members increase the scale and impact of their impact investing practice. Members come to MIE for best practices, new investment opportunities, deal partnerships, and innovations in impact investing around the world.

MIE was founded over 15 years ago by a group of foundation leaders who shared a vision: to activate their dollars beyond grantmaking. Many of the pioneering individuals whose ideas blossomed together around a table are still engaged in the work. However, their efforts have developed into a large, professional community of foundations that relies on MIE for education and the curated information they need to succeed in the growing and cutting-edge field of impact investing.

Our work has an outstanding impact on the field. One thing our members consistently communicate is that they appreciate the time we take to make authentic connections. We build strong relationships with the organizations in our network in order to connect individuals with each other and with the knowledge they need to create more impact. The peer-to-peer connections that were the beginnings of MIE remain in place to this day and our members are stronger as they continue to learn from each other.

Through its iterations over the years, a north star of MIE has been to keep the impact in impact investing. A critical piece of that commitment, particularly in the past three years, has been to ensure that racial equity is a key part of our programming and the way we demonstrate our approach to the work. This is reflected in such activities as our investment opportunity forums, our social media engagement, and in program sessions that we create or participate in ourselves as speakers. We have a deep commitment to racial equity, acknowledge that this is an ongoing effort, and are still doing the work to build out the internal systems and methods needed to carry out our commitment.

Learn more about Mission Investors Exchange members and its work at www.missioninvestors.org.

Position Overview

As a key member of the organization, the Associate, Member Experience, will support the critical functions of member and partner engagement and membership strategy and operations. She/He/They will be a key driver in a range of membership engagement opportunities, such as membership development and onboarding, virtual convenings and programs, and working groups. A primary responsibility will be managing projects and utilizing customer relationship management (CRM) tools to leverage member data and reporting. Given the role and responsibilities, She/He/They will be a critical bridge, weaving information across our remotely located team and among members. The Associate will report directly to the Senior Vice President, Member and Partner Engagement, although their work will require Her/Him/Them to have a close working relationship with the Director, Membership.

The Associate will use project management skills and self-driven entrepreneurial spirit to propel core membership functions in several ways, bringing in expertise and critical thinking skills to strengthen, improve and codify systems and processes as needed. She/He/They will be exceptionally detail-oriented, particularly with written communication and project management.

The key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Membership Services:

•  Assist in managing member-related processes that elevate the member experience, such as the new member onboarding process from application to matriculation and the member renewal process including, but not limited to the following:
  • Support members directly;
  • Run and manage member progress reports, monitor membership dashboard, and check data accuracy;
  • Draft and partner with the Knowledge and Communications team on membership communications, such as the renewal campaign and annual survey;
• Collaborate regularly with senior staff to strategize key next steps for membership engagement;
• Engage with other team members to ensure member data is accurate in the CRM (Salesforce experience, highly preferred) and digital platforms (Google);
• Conduct background research for meetings, prospect sourcing;
• Support the development and maintenance of MIE’s annual membership calendar;
• Provide administrative support for membership engagement, such as scheduling and note-taking.

Member Engagement:

• Act as a strategic thought partner with the SVP and the Director, Membership, providing insights and reflections on the member experience
• Provide program management and logistics for member and partner engagement opportunities, such as Working Groups, Open Mics, and other member activities; participate in meetings with members and partners, taking notes, creating and analyzing results of evaluations and surveys, and providing feedback to colleagues;
• Project management for key member events, including logistics, communication, and on-the-ground support;
• Engage thoughtfully through email, social media and other communication channels to connect members with relevant resources;
• Provide member assistance including answering member inquiries about impact investing.

Key Membership Operations:

• Manage member profiles and relevant data in Salesforce – eventually acting as primary point of contact for a portfolio of members while simultaneously supporting the member portfolios of other colleagues;
• Ensure that member data in Salesforce is accurate and robust in order to meet the needs of MIE as a membership organization;
• Manage and maintain regular member-related reports and dashboards in Salesforce to help drive strategy, and track progress against key performance indicators, for membership services and engagement;
• Collaborate with SVP and Director, Membership to set key performance indicators and reflect regularly to ensure the team is providing high-quality service to members;
• Manage and improve various member-related processes and timelines in order to provide the highest level of service for MIE members;
• Support new member prospecting processes through independent research and information gathering.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess most of the following qualifications:

Experience

• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required;

Project Management

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with an overall execution orientation;
• Ability to create clear and workable project plans, communicate those plans clearly to others, and manage themselves and others towards deadlines;
• Proficiency with project management software, preferably Asana; OR demonstrated competency with similar technology tools;

Communication

• Enjoys talking with and helping people. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively represent MIE to stakeholders through clear, compelling and concise communication;
• Innate ability to build meaningful relationships through strong interpersonal skills;
• A positive customer service mindset, high level of professional discretion and ability to recognize and follow appropriate levels of confidentiality;

Technology Experience

• Experience leveraging Salesforce (or other CRM) data and analytics in order to monitor progress towards organizational goals;
• Proficient and comfortable with technology and specific platforms – CRM (Salesforce, highly preferred), Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint), and Google Drive applications;
• Open and willing to learn new technology, as needed;

Mindset and Working Style

• Proactive, self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset;
• Ability to creatively problem-solve, communicate, and act calmly and decisively during times of ambiguity or change;
• Learning orientation with a sense of professional curiosity; interest in seeking and providing feedback and new information consistently to strengthen own performance and that of team;
• Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude;

Intellectual Curiosity

• Deep interest and/or experience in social impact investing, philanthropy, or membership organizations;
• Experience in a member serving organization preferred;

Analytic Skills

• Sharp critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to assess quickly, develop insights and solutions, with aptitude to apply the learnings to a larger context;
• Ability to develop technical reports and use qualitative and quantitative information for strategic planning and decision-making.

Compensation

MIE offers a competitive salary for this position, commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 403(b) retirement plan with matching, along with other elective options.

How To Apply

MIE values the unique traits that diverse backgrounds and experience bring to the work. Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please email a cover letter and resume to Rina Han, Managing Director of Sun Han Consulting, at rina@sunhanconsulting.com.

Mission Investors Exchange is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, MIE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

The Organization

The Colorado Trust
The Colorado Trust (The Trust) is a grantmaking foundation dedicated to ensuring all Coloradans have the opportunity to thrive. When the nonprofit PSL Healthcare Corporation was sold to a for-profit organization in 1985, the proceeds of the sale were used to create The Trust. Since then, The Trust has provided funding and resources to people and organizations across Colorado that are working to make positive changes in their communities. We work side by side with Coloradans, including people who have been left out of decision-making and are directly impacted by hardships. The Trust also provides grants and support to organizations advocating for local and statewide policies that have a positive impact on people’s well-being.

The Trust strives to maintain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Position Overview

General description
The vice president of grants is responsible for the strategic direction of the Grants department’s grantmaking, grants management and policy-related activities to advance The Trust’s vision to achieve health equity for all Coloradans. This position is also responsible for assuring the day-to-day management and supervision of all remote and on-site department staff, and for effectively supervising the operations of the department. The vice president of grants is a member of The Trust’s senior staff team, has significant supervisory and management responsibilities, is a hands-on team leader who works collaboratively across all departments of The Trust and in cross-disciplinary teams, is outcomes- and process-oriented, and is results-driven. The vice president of grants serves as an employee at will of The Trust.

Responsibilities

• Working collaboratively with staff at multiple levels in the organization, oversee, support and continue to develop current and future grantmaking strategies; assure alignment with the foundation’s goals as well as efficiency across all grantmaking activities
• Develop and oversee the operational strategy for the Grants department
• Oversee, develop and support the execution of goals, performance indicators and strategic plans for the Grants department’s strategies, employees and partners, including consultants and contractors
• Lead grant strategies towards achieving outcomes while learning, evolving and improving the strategies as needed
• Assure that strategic learning occurs across all of the grantmaking strategies
• Work with department staff to support all grantees in deepening their understanding of health equity in their communities, including their understanding of how health is affected by the complex interplay of systemic racism, classism, sexism and other systems of oppression, and the way policies create and maintain those systems
• Establish policies, procedures and practices for the effective management of Trust grantmaking strategies, community and grantee partnerships
• Hire and supervise consultants and contractors who support The Trust’s work; or, when appropriate, provide advice/input on such hiring and supervision decisions
• Work with the president & chief executive officer, as well as the vice president & chief financial officer, to manage budgets for The Trust’s annual grantmaking, grant strategies and department-level operations
• Oversee the development and presentation of grantmaking strategy recommendations and reports to The Trust’s board of trustees for consideration
• Work with the Research, Evaluation & Strategic Learning department on the development of evaluations and publications tied to grantmaking strategies
• Work with the Communications department to assure that communications advance and support The Trust’s grant strategies
• Work with the Finance & Operations department to assure that fiscal practices advance and support Trust grant strategies, and work with Grants department colleagues to support strategy budget responsibilities
• Keep The Trust’s senior staff team and board of trustees updated on grantmaking strategies
• Develop and maintain strategic external partnerships with stakeholders, nonprofits, community leaders and residents, governmental agencies, foundations and other entities
• Look for opportunities to partner with other funders to strengthen Trust grantmaking strategies and further its health equity vision
• Support and advance the professional development of Grants department staff
• Serve on national, state and local committees, boards and working groups
• Serve on Trust internal committees and working groups as requested
• Maintain confidentiality with respect to the business and affairs of the foundation
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
The vice president of grants shall be a person who has:

• Significant executive management experience
• Significant experience with or understanding of philanthropy and foundations
• Demonstrated skill and experience in leading and supporting collaborative teams and teamwork
• Demonstrated experience in or understanding of working with remote staff to create a cohesive organizational identity, culture and structure
• Awareness of and ability to understand and support community organizing approaches and how these support change
• Demonstrated knowledge of health equity, social justice and social determinants of health, and an understanding of and appreciation for how these affect people’s lives
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills that will result in the efficient and effective functioning of the Grants department
• Ability to think and act analytically and strategically in the design, implementation and execution of grantmaking strategies and related projects
• Knowledge and understanding of how local, regional, state, and federal policies and systems create and maintain health inequities for those most affected, and how systems change occurs
• Awareness of and respect for cultural differences across populations, communities and geographic areas, and an appreciation of the social and cultural histories of communities participating in grant strategies
• Understanding of group dynamics, adult learning, conflict resolution practices and ways that social change occurs, both in an organization and in communities in which it works
• The ability to navigate inherent tensions and power differentials between a private foundation and grassroots community organizing, policy, advocacy and leadership development strategies
• Understanding of (or the ability to learn) how a private foundation may use its own levers of power in support of community and grantee priorities
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Proven leadership skills and an ability to guide, direct and coach Grants department staff to achieve excellence
• Experience and proficiency with technology, Microsoft applications, project management and video-conferencing tools (e.g., Basecamp, Salesforce, Zoom), budgeting and accounting software (e.g., Intacct, Concur), and payroll and staff management software (e.g., Paylocity)
• Experience with social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter)
• Ability to represent The Trust in public and community settings, make presentations and communicate effectively with grantees, partners, media and other stakeholders
• Ability to maintain cooperative, supportive and productive relationships with Trust staff and trustees, grantees, community members and other funders, and to work well as a team player across all departments of The Trust
• Ability to understand and communicate The Trust’s vision of achieving health equity for all Coloradans.

Salary range
$204,000 – $227,000 annually. The Trust offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

To apply
Please submit a detailed letter of interest and résumé, combined in a single Microsoft Word (.docx) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) file. Electronic submission by email to humanresources@coloradotrust.org is preferred. Alternatively, submissions may be sent via fax to (303) 839-9034; or, via mail to:

The Colorado Trust
Attn: Human Resources
1600 Sherman St.
Denver, CO 80203

The deadline to apply for this position is end of day on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020.

The Trust seeks talented, team-oriented individuals, dedicated to our goal of advancing the health and well-being of the people of Colorado. Additionally, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome a diversity of perspectives and experiences among our staff. For more information, please visit www.coloradotrust.org.

The Organization

The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 79 countries, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.

Position Overview

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is seeking a strong Texas Director of Development (DOD) as we execute on our ambitious conservation goals. A trusted name in conservation within the state and beyond, The Nature Conservancy in Texas has worked since 1964 to protect the state’s cherished landscapes and develop sound science to support ecology, economy, public health and equity. With a strong and talented staff of 48, a diverse Board of Trustees comprised of 16 members and 13 honorary Trustees from around the state, 2 main offices, 6 remote offices and a resilient, robust program in place, this role offers a unique opportunity to design and implement a strategic fundraising approach to support Texas’ conservation priorities—and to help shape a resilient, equitable future for the Lone Star State.  The DOD reports directly to the Texas State Director and is a critical member of the Texas Management Team.

·        Works with Texas staff and colleagues around the world to recommend and implement donor-driven fundraising strategies that maximize overall giving to the Conservancy and secures annual fundraising goals of $9 million per year in donations and planned gifts to fund the Conservancy high-priority conservation projects in Texas.  The DOD recruits, develops, inspires, and manages a team of high-performing fundraising and support professionals and plans and implements a comprehensive fundraising and development program that raises significant philanthropic resources from foundations, corporations, and individuals.

·        Establishes, implements and tracks measures and indicators of fundraising progress and success.  Manages a team of 10 fundraising professionals and reinforces compliance and consistency with related organizational policies and procedures.  They lead diverse activities, develop complex processes, achieve project outcomes, and initiate solutions to improve the effectiveness of the Texas Chapter’s fundraising strategy.

·        Provides senior leadership to establish fundraising campaigns and works with senior staff to establish and execute annual and multi-year fundraising goals and plans for the Texas Chapter.

·        Ensures the philanthropy work is a collaborative and well-integrated effort across the Texas Chapter. Works closely with Finance, Conservation and Communications Programs in developing fundraising, messaging and marketing strategies and providing guidance for funding proposals and related materials.

·        Informs chapter budget planning to align with market potential and funding opportunities.

·        Develops a written development plan for identified conservation priority areas, including specific funding opportunities aligned with strategies.  Assesses effectiveness of the chapter’s development plan in support of conservation goals.

·        Leads, inspires, and manages the 10-member Texas Chapter’s Development Team to achieve relationship-building and funding objectives.  Sets and meets fundraising objectives, evaluates results and develops effective strategies as needed; recruits, develops, and retains high-performing staff and nurtures effective team collaboration; and directly manages a portfolio of high-level donors and/or fundraising volunteers.

·        Works closely with the Texas Chapter Board of Trustees to maximize its role in major gift fundraising and collaborates with the State Director and Trustees in the identification, recruitment, onboarding and development of new volunteer leaders.

·        Actively fosters collaboration with The Nature Conservancy’s Worldwide Office, and with fundraising programs of other chapters to achieve the Conservancy’s goals.

Desired Skills & Experience

·        Bachelor’s degree and 8 years related experience, including experience working at a senior level.

·        Experience asking for and closing major gifts.

·        Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents including major donors, foundations, and corporations.

·        Experience in developing and delivering budgetary responsibilities.

·        Experience in developing accurate fundraising projections.

·        Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team.

·        Experience working in a large, complex, not-for-profit organization

·        Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of private gift fundraising or relevant field.

How To Apply

To view the full position description and apply, please visit https://careers.nature.org and search for job ID# 49154 in the keyword search or apply directly here. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.  If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Please visit our career center for a full list of all our open positions globally – new positions are posted often!

The Organization

Wellspring Climate Initiative (WCI) seeks to avoid the worst impacts of climate change by dramatically reducing global greenhouse gas emissions and accelerating the transition to a clean energy future. The Climate Initiative’s investments are aimed at decarbonizing the world economy as quickly as possible and are focused on the strategies and venues where philanthropy can have the highest impact. Wellspring Climate Initiative is active in multiple geographies based on opportunities for cost‐effective mitigation. WCI believes that solving climate change requires the adoption of ambitious, evidence-based policy solutions that transform markets, advance clean technology, and lead to large‐scale change. WCI is dedicated to building the political will and powerful coalitions needed to achieve these bold policy solutions. WCI was recently launched and is actively building its team. WCI is based in Irvine, California.

Wellspring Climate Initiative is part of the Wellspring Philanthropies and an initiative of Wellspring Philanthropic Fund (WPF), which opened its doors in 2001 with a mission to improve the realization of human rights and social and economic justice for all people. The organization is supported by donors who share a common belief in and respect for the inherent worth and dignity of every person. Further information can be found here: https://wpfund.org/.

Position Overview

The Data Scientist will lead the delivery of salient and credible data analyses and products to inform evidence-based strategies for climate change mitigation. They will be responsible for the synthesis and analysis of both internal and external datasets, under the supervision of the Director, Measurement Evaluation and Learning. They will develop and maintain reproducible data workflows and data products (including visualizations, reports, and dashboards). They will work closely with colleagues across WCI, and with external partners including data providers and grantees. They will be based in Irvine, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Wrangling and synthesis of large external datasets (e.g., climate scenarios) into clear, compelling data products to support decision-making needs. Products may include reports, presentations, or interactive dashboards.

• Integration and custom statistical analysis of diverse datasets relevant to climate change mitigation efforts (e.g., country-level emissions trajectories; global climate scenarios).

• Reproducible & appropriate analysis of internal financial and programmatic datasets to support decision-making needs.

• Develop and maintain data workflows (via GitHub) for both external and internal datasets.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of three-five years working in climate change data analytics or related field.

• Advanced degree in relevant field, including the statistical analysis of quantitative data.

• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in RStudio (including RShiny and RMarkdown), and GitHub is required. Knowledge of Python preferred.

• Familiarity with running custom scenarios in integrated assessment models (e.g., GCAM) preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in the handling and management of large and/or sensitive datasets; and the development of data visualization and synthesis products.

• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain close, collegial, and effective working relationships with colleagues and external collaborators.

• Willingness to engage in in-depth discussions about data/methodological validity, and to co-create analytical outputs.

Limitations and Disclaimer

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

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $80 – $100K.

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

How To Apply

For employment consideration, please submit application to employment@wellspringclimate.org Subject Line: “[Your name]— Data Scientist.”

All applications must include:

• A resume
• A thoughtful cover letter, including salary requirements (specifying salary amount or range) and how you became aware of this opportunity
• Sample of R code, relevant to the position description

Wellspring’s Institutional Culture of Respect, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

WCI and WPF believe we are strengthened by the diversity of our staff, and welcome such diversity including race, gender identity or expression, educational attainment, disability, veteran status, and personal experience with the criminal justice system. WCI welcomes applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, and we strongly encourage people of color and persons with disabilities to apply. We actively cultivate an institutional culture that reflects the values of respect, equity, and inclusion that they seek through their work to amplify in the larger world. WCI and Wellspring hire, promote and retain employees based on their professional qualifications, demonstrated abilities and work performance, as well as on the degree to which these qualities are required in the employment positions made available by the Foundations’ service needs and business requirements. All personnel decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, discipline and discharge, are made without discrimination based on any protected characteristic as defined by law (e.g., race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, domestic partner status, veteran or military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, and prior criminal convictions, as well as educational attainment.

NOTE: At this time our preference is that applicants have work authorization to work in the United States.

The application deadline is 12/18/2020. (Candidates selected for interview will be contacted following the end of the application period.)

No Phone Calls Please

The Organization

Wellspring Climate Initiative (WCI) seeks to avoid the worst impacts of climate change by dramatically reducing global greenhouse gas emissions and accelerating the transition to a clean energy future. The Climate Initiative’s investments are aimed at decarbonizing the world economy as quickly as possible and are focused on the strategies and venues where philanthropy can have the highest impact. Wellspring Climate Initiative is active in multiple geographies based on opportunities for cost‐effective mitigation. WCI believes that solving climate change requires the adoption of ambitious, evidence-based policy solutions that transform markets, advance clean technology, and lead to large‐scale change. WCI is dedicated to building the political will and powerful coalitions needed to achieve these bold policy solutions. WCI was recently launched and is actively building its team. WCI is based in Irvine, California. Wellspring Climate Initiative is part of the Wellspring Philanthropies and an initiative of Wellspring Philanthropic Fund (WPF), which opened its doors in 2001 with a mission to improve the realization of human rights and social and economic justice for all people. The organization is supported by donors who share a common belief in and respect for the inherent worth and dignity of every person. Further information can be found here: https://wpfund.org/.

Position Overview

The Data Scientist will lead the delivery of salient and credible data analyses and products to inform evidence-based strategies for climate change mitigation. They will be responsible for the synthesis and analysis of both internal and external datasets, under the supervision of the Director, Measurement Evaluation and Learning. They will develop and maintain reproducible data workflows and data products (including visualizations, reports, and dashboards). They will work closely with colleagues across WCI, and with external partners including data providers and grantees. They will be based in Irvine, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Wrangling and synthesis of large external datasets (e.g., climate scenarios) into clear, compelling data products to support decision-making needs. Products may include reports, presentations, or interactive dashboards.

• Integration and custom statistical analysis of diverse datasets relevant to climate change mitigation efforts (e.g., country-level emissions trajectories; global climate scenarios).

• Reproducible & appropriate analysis of internal financial and programmatic datasets to support decision-making needs.

• Develop and maintain data workflows (via GitHub) for both external and internal datasets.

Limitations and Disclaimer

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

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $80 – $100K.

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

How To Apply

Wellspring’s Institutional Culture of Respect, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

WCI and WPF believe we are strengthened by the diversity of our staff, and welcome such diversity including race, gender identity or expression, educational attainment, disability, veteran status, and personal experience with the criminal justice system. WCI welcomes applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, and we strongly encourage people of color and persons with disabilities to apply. We actively cultivate an institutional culture that reflects the values of respect, equity, and inclusion that they seek through their work to amplify in the larger world. WCI and Wellspring hire, promote and retain employees based on their professional qualifications, demonstrated abilities and work performance, as well as on the degree to which these qualities are required in the employment positions made available by the Foundations’ service needs and business requirements. All personnel decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, discipline and discharge, are made without discrimination based on any protected characteristic as defined by law (e.g., race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, domestic partner status, veteran or military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, and prior criminal convictions, as well as educational attainment.

NOTE: At this time our preference is that applicants have work authorization to work in the United States.

The application deadline is 12/18/2020. (Candidates selected for interview will be contacted following the end of the application period.)

No Phone Calls Please

The Organization

As the largest and most diverse network in American philanthropy, United Philanthropy Forum holds a unique position in the social sector to help increase philanthropy’s impact in communities across the country. We are a membership network of nearly 90 regional and national philanthropy-serving organizations (PSOs), representing more than 7,000 funders, who work to make philanthropy better. The Forum envisions a courageous philanthropic sector that catalyzes a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper.

The Forum has created a new kind of philanthropic network that brings together regional PSOs’ deep regional roots and connections with national PSOs’ deep content knowledge and reach. Given our network’s scale and scope, we can lead change and increase impact in philanthropy in a deeper and broader way than any other organization in our field.

Position Overview

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Communications Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Forum uses communications as effectively as possible to advance the Forum’s mission, vision and goals. Working in collaboration with the rest of the Forum team, the Communications Manager will manage and execute all Forum communications in our core areas of public policy, philanthropy practice, knowledge services and racial equity, diversity and inclusion. This is a newly created position that requires a person who has experience working with a broad range of communications tools and channels and can work effectively across a wide range of communications activities.

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary starting in the low 70s, commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package including 100% employer paid health coverage and employer contribution to a retirement plan. We prefer candidates located in the greater Washington, DC area, but will consider outstanding candidates who are located in other parts of the country. The Communications Manager will work closely with the Forum’s President & CEO as well as across the Forum team on communications planning and execution, and will work with some outside communications consultants to help support special projects and campaigns.

For a complete job description, go to:

https://www.unitedphilforum.org/resources/opening-communications-manager

How To Apply

Submit a cover letter and resume to careers@unitedphilforum.org; please use the following subject line: “Communications Manager: Last Name, First Name.” Application deadline is January 8, 2021.

The Forum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse team and encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

No telephone inquiries please.

The Organization

Are you a skilled Major Gift Officer who believes in lending your skills to end hunger? If so, consider being a Major Gift Officer for the San Francisco Marin Food Bank.

The SF Marin Food Bank is comprised of a dedicated team of approximately 150 staff working collaboratively to provide close to 50 million pounds of food to over 210,000 people in the Bay Area – a region where 1 in 4 people are at risk of hunger. We are currently looking for a Major Gift Officer to help in leading our program efforts of our organization. See job description below and apply today if you would like to join us in our mission to end hunger.

POSITION PURPOSE

This role is one of three Major Gifts Officer positions on the Leadership Gifts Team. The position reports to the Director of Leaderships Gifts and manages a portfolio of approximately 150 major gift prospects and donors including the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of such donors and prospects giving $10,000 + range. This position is an ideal opportunity for a collaborative and experienced development professional to join a high-performance team securing over $6 million in annual operating contributions and developing the pipeline and relationships for San Francisco-Marin Food Bank’s $40 million capital campaign. This role is key to the Development team which presently raises approximately $20 million annually.

The position requires travel throughout San Francisco and Marin counties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Portfolio Management (75%)

• Directly manage a portfolio of 120-150 donor and donor prospects capable of making a gift of $10,000+ utilizing major gift best practices.
• Build and maintain relationships to implement strategic solicitation of donors for gifts that reach full philanthropic capacity.
• Devise and implement cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies tailored to each donor.
• Complete and log face to face meetings with donors.
• Develop, write, and present proposals that align the needs of San Francisco-Marin Food Bank with donor intent and capacity.
• Leverage volunteer opportunities, site visits, special events, and donor benefits as cultivation and engagement tools.
• Develop expert familiarity with programmatic offerings; maintain current knowledge of key developments in Food Bank programming and advocacy efforts as they occur.
• Represent the Food Bank at external functions and events.

Administrative (15%)

• Actively monitor portfolio results and modify strategy, as necessary.
• Participate in prospect management meetings to collaborate with fellow giving officers on complicated cases, engage in donor pipeline management, and craft high level, multi-tiered solicitations.

• Regularly update proposals, track Moves Management activity and document long term strategy using Raiser’s Edge.

Collaboration (10%)

• Engage Executive Suite, Board Members, Director of Leadership Gifts, program staff and volunteers in fundraising efforts as appropriate.
• Participate in advancing all Development team priorities forward including special events, corporate & foundation giving, planned giving, and volunteer recruitment.
• Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Relationships within the portfolio are regularly advanced and the overall monetary value of the portfolio is increased.
• Relationships and strategies are tracked and can be demonstrated and measured within Raiser’s Edge.
• The number of faces to face visits for the portfolio continues to increase over time.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Required knowledge:

• Understanding of the role of Development and Major Giving Program within the context of a nonprofit organization.

Experience required:

• A minimum of six years of experience in fundraising; experience in individual giving, annual fund program, or role with frontline fundraising preferred.
• Strong track record of success managing and growing a portfolio of five-six figure donors
• Previous experience in Raiser’s Edge preferred or knowledge of similar CRM tools.
• Successful track record of interacting with donors, volunteers, colleagues, board, and executives at the highest level

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

ENVIRONMENT: Standard office with occasional travel to program sites

FINGER DEXTERITY: Requires typing on standard computer.

TALKING: Ability to speak on phone and face to face.

HEARING: Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.

REPETITIVE MOTIONS: Frequent and regular movements using the wrists, hands, and fingers.

AVERAGE VISUAL ABILITIES: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to view computer screens and documents.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH: NOT APPLICABLE.

COMMUNICATION AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of complex intellectual and practical problems.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY: Ability to perform advanced math skills, use decimals to compute ratios and percentages, and to draw and interpret graphs.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Fluency in English.

SALARY: Competitive pay based on qualifications and experience

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, life, long-term disability, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contribution. Generous holidays, vacation, and sick time.

The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Position Overview

Are you a skilled Major Gift Officer who believes in lending your skills to end hunger? If so, consider being a Major Gift Officer for the San Francisco Marin Food Bank.

The SF Marin Food Bank is comprised of a dedicated team of approximately 150 staff working collaboratively to provide close to 50 million pounds of food to over 210,000 people in the Bay Area – a region where 1 in 4 people are at risk of hunger. We are currently looking for a Major Gift Officer to help in leading our program efforts of our organization. See job description below and apply today if you would like to join us in our mission to end hunger.

POSITION PURPOSE

This role is one of three Major Gifts Officer positions on the Leadership Gifts Team. The position reports to the Director of Leaderships Gifts and manages a portfolio of approximately 150 major gift prospects and donors including the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of such donors and prospects giving $10,000 + range. This position is an ideal opportunity for a collaborative and experienced development professional to join a high-performance team securing over $6 million in annual operating contributions and developing the pipeline and relationships for San Francisco-Marin Food Bank’s $40 million capital campaign. This role is key to the Development team which presently raises approximately $20 million annually.

How To Apply: https://www.sfmfoodbank.org/careers/

The Organization

Enterprise is a national nonprofit on a mission to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging for all. To make that possible, we operate the only organization designed to address America’s affordable housing crisis from every angle: we develop and deploy programs and support community organizations on the ground; we advocate for nonpartisan policy at every level of government; we invest capital to build and preserve rental homes people can afford; and we own, operate and provide resident services for affordable communities. All so that people not only make rent, they build futures. With this end-to-end approach, 40 years of experience and thousands of local partners, Enterprise has built and preserved 662,000 affordable homes, invested $53 billion in communities and changed millions of lives.

Over the last four years, Enterprise’s Detroit Market team has been working with local government agencies, affordable housing developers, community development organizations, and other partners to increase access to opportunity through system improvements and transformational changes to policy, programs, and investment strategies. Our major initiatives promote housing stability through the preservation and production of affordable housing and tenant protections, increased capacity and organizational sustainability for community development organizations (CDOs), as well as cross-sector initiatives to advance economic mobility and sustainability.

Enterprise recognizes diversity as a driving force that allows us to further our goal of building stronger communities, ending housing insecurity, and lifting individuals out of poverty. We believe an inclusive environment broadens our perspective, enabling us to better support the communities we serve, and makes for a richer, more dynamic place to work every day.

Position Overview

The Detroit Fellow is a two-year position to advance Enterprise’s aim to improve Detroit’s neighborhoods and achieve equitable revitalization. The Fellow’s principal focus will be managing Enterprise’s Community Development Organization Fund (CDO Fund,) although the Fellow will be brought into other projects as needed.

Through management of the CDO fund, the Detroit Fellow will help provide local nonprofits with financial resources and technical assistance to grow organizational sustainability and enhance their efforts to advance equitable community revitalization. Operating support will enable CDOs to fund critical investments in organizational systems, staff training and leadership development, as well as obtain customized technical assistance. Enterprise’s support of CDOs will also enable us to further collaborate with local organizations, fostering community improvement from the ground up, multiplying the impact of local efforts, targeting community needs, and helping CDOs meet their goals and scaling their solutions. This role requires working closely with internal colleagues, including Detroit Team and Enterprise national staff, as well as with external partners including a funder collaborative and CDO grantees.

The position reports to the Detroit Senior Program Director. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, enthusiastic, effective team player eager to support the Enterprise team and external partners. This role is dynamic and changing and different responsibilities are emphasized depending on the status of various projects. Team spirit is critical for the success of this position, as this is a small and nimble office.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues from the Enterprise Detroit and National teams to administer general operating support grants for up to 32 Detroit CDOs.
• Work with a collaborative of funders including the Kresge Foundation and Ford Foundation to administer and refine the recently launched CDO Fund.
• Provide technical assistance, application support, and ongoing monitoring of grantees; includes managing semi-annual check-ins.
• Analyze CDO capacity building needs and assist with designing strategy for addressing those needs through technical assistance and local service provider partnerships.
• Report to funders and assist with evaluation of program; adapt grantmaking program requirements and reporting based on feedback from funders and grantees.
• Manage all new contacts for grantmaking and programmatic partnerships, including conducting timely follow-up and maintaining ongoing relationships.
• Manage grant funding process which includes:
  • Developing online application and scoring criteria
  • Synthesizing application data to present for collaborative scoring and selection
  • Conducting financial reviews/risk assessments
  • Scoring applications and selecting finalists
  • Setting up grant accounts, generating grant agreements, and distribution of awards.
• Manage grant performance and monitoring which includes:
  • Maintaining annual metrics on grantee performance with respect to “indicators of success” outlined at the application phase
  • Conducting semi-annual, grantee check-ins (in coordination with funder if desired)
  • Overseeing financial reporting, obtaining grantee financial information during grant period and at conclusion of grant term
• Other projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and at least four (4) years relevant experience preferred; graduate degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge of and proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Ability to travel on occasion.
• Basic knowledge of urban planning, community development, and affordable housing, in addition to experience with nonprofit program management preferred.
• Demonstrated capacity for project management.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate complex activities, meet deadlines, and use good judgment in managing conflicting demands and priorities.
• Strong communication skills with ability to clearly express ideas, thoughts and concepts verbally and in writing; excellent writing and editing skills to produce complete, correct correspondence, proposals and reports.
• Demonstrated professionalism, diplomacy, composure, flexibility and ability to adapt to a variety of situations.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and take responsibility for moving tasks forward with moderate supervision.
• Experience working with diverse range of communities and people.
• Lived experience and/or service that informs worldviews and/or perspectives about creating social equity across race, ethnicity, language, social class, gender, sexuality, religion, disability, and other dimensions.
• Candidate is expected to:
  • Demonstrate strong ethics in interpersonal relations.
  • Continually improve systems and procedures within own job, office and organization.
  • Treat internal and external partners with respect, honesty and professionalism.

Additional Information

Enterprise is committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds. We highly encourage women, LGBTQ people, and people of color, people with different abilities, people of maturity/age and other diverse groups to apply. It is important to us to foster this core value in our work, in our business strategies and in our decision making so that we are reflecting sensitivity and commitment to the communities that we serve.

Benefits

Potential candidates can review Enterprise’s benefits at https://www.enterprisecommunity.org/careers/benefits.

How To Apply

Please use the link below to apply on our site

https://careers.enterprisecommunity.com/Careers.aspx?adata=EETyZbYbzH6baU0pHQiAawxNjdD%2fwQauNkJGHCKa%2fwC%2fF0m9V2DQ4upbL%2b%2byjk%2f%2bgOLvKAN18ZeQiD9Nuw8yfRh26KfHCSeiQ3xDLOZFfUMxKGrrcDJRnEXKQhaL%2biRLuflsKxZETsid9P4DxMmblFwoIdTRuZD%2fnQMX%2bDzfr7t0v5LmSNTCtBncTqiK%2fPxPq44SwB4Ko9jjlERVjTiOLwU%3d

The Organization

About the David and Lucile Packard Foundation:

The Packard Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and communities—and restoring and protecting our planet. Guided by the principles of our founders, we think big and serve with humility.

Our grantees are making positive change all over the world and in our own backyard. We are known for our work protecting the climate, oceans, and land and for advancing reproductive health and rights. We also work hard to ensure that all children and families have what they need to succeed. Our capacity-building projects help non-profit leaders build more powerful and impactful organizations and movements.

People join the Packard Foundation because they believe in our mission. They stay for the community of talented and thoughtful colleagues who care deeply about making a meaningful impact. Advancing diversity, equity and inclusion is central to all our endeavors. We are committed to continually improving our efforts to lift up diverse voices, to advocate for justice and to foster inclusivity — both within the Foundation and in our grantmaking.

The organization lives the values it supports. Our green headquarters is net zero energy and LEED® Platinum. Our bathrooms are gender neutral. Employees get a full week of paid time each year to volunteer with a non-profit of their choice. The Foundation also has a generous donation matching program for staff.

There is much work to do in the world and our local communities. At the Packard Foundation, we are committed to doing it with the highest levels of integrity, effectiveness and caring.

To learn more about the Foundation, please visit www.packard.org.

Position Overview

About the Department:

The Investments team currently consists of 11 professionals under the direction of Chief Investment Officer Kim Sargent. The team consists of eight investment and three operational and administrative professionals. It is a high-performing, intrinsically motivated team that values collaboration, debate, and collective responsibility for the Foundation’s $7.5 billion portfolio. The team’s goal is to generate an annual payout to fund the Foundation’s grants by partnering with the best fund managers across the globe and across asset classes on a bottom-up basis.

About the Role:

The Foundation seeks to hire an Investment Operations Analyst to join our team.  This an opportunity to learn all aspects of investment operations across multiple asset classes.  The successful candidate will have a key role in the investment operations group and work closely with various members of the Investments team.

To be successful in this role, he/she will have a strong attention to detail, handle multiple tasks effectively, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and have a long-term interest in Endowment and Foundation operations as a career.

As an integrated team within the Foundation, this individual will have opportunities to hear, participate, and learn about the Foundation’s programs.

This position reports to the Director of Investment Operations. Initially the role will start remotely but will require working onsite at the Foundation offices in downtown Los Altos, California once the Foundation offices reopen.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Research and resolve investment operations and accounting issues in a timely and accurate way
• Ensure the integrity of performance data
• Generate and reconcile daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual investment reports
• Process investment cash flows and assist with cash forecasts
• Maintain ongoing relationships with the custodial bank, vendors, and internal groups
• Prepare materials for quarterly Investment Committee meetings
• Track and maintain investment-related information on central spreadsheets and databases
• Manage operations requests from Investment team members
• Undertake special projects as requested

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong orientation to detail and accuracy and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong and demonstrated quantitative and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter, multi-task, and work well both independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work effectively remotely until the Foundation offices reopen
• Ability to travel as needed once travel restrictions are lifted

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience, ideally to include an Endowment or Foundation investment management organization; alternatively, work experience at a public auditing firm, hedge fund or private equity firm, with a strong interest in pivoting careers to an Endowment or Foundation

Compensation and Benefits:

The is a full-time, exempt position. Compensation will be commensurate with related work experience and education.

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation offers excellent benefits for eligible employees. Current benefits include: medical (HMO and HDHPs), dental and vision coverage; 15% employer contribution to employee retirement plan; life insurance, disability insurance, vacation and sick leave; an adoption benefit; fertility benefit; a financial wellness program; health advocacy services, paid time off to volunteer for nonprofit organizations; matching grants for employee contributions to tax exempt organizations; commute assistance; and tuition assistance.

To Apply:

To apply, go to the Packard Foundation Careers page. Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest in the Packard Foundation’s mission and programs.

Principal applicants only — Candidates whose qualifications most closely fit the criteria for the job will be contacted — No phone inquiries, please

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse candidate pool.

The Foundation uses an outside firm to check the accuracy of information supplied by applicants who are extended an offer of employment.