Category: Job Posting

The Organization – The University of Chicago Library

About the Department

The University of Chicago Library is forging new paths and aiming to make a significant impact at the University of Chicago, as well as in a leadership position in the global knowledge environment.

Traditionally, the role of the academic library has been to bring information into the community it serves and to provide the spaces, skills, and tools to enable its patrons to benefit. Library buildings, fully of books, embody this way of operating. This traditional model is enhanced by leveraging digital technologies to facilitate information flows within the university and allowing information to be shared online in a sustainable way.

This new paradigm will require libraries to develop sustainable services for information management and sharing and taking an active role in shaping the knowledge ecosystem, which will facilitate equitable access to and increase the visibility of information. To contribute to the ongoing success of the University of Chicago, the Library is changing its operating model to position itself as a leader in this environment, while still expanding on its historic strength in collection development.

The Library is also developing a new strategy to position itself as an international leader in information services and technologies, including artificial intelligence, big data, and other related areas.

We are seeking an Associate Director of Development to be part of the transformation of the idea of what an academic library is and can be, making an important and meaningful contribution to the Library’s future by securing grants and philanthropic investments from institutions to advance these aspirations.

Job Summary

Alumni Relations & Development
The University of Chicago’s Alumni Relations and Development Office (ARD) engages alumni (~190k), current students, parents and friends of the University through intellectual, professional, and social activities on campus, around the world and online. ARD raises $600 million annually to support faculty and researchers, practitioners and patients, and students and programs across the University. Our work supports priorities in every division, school, department, and institute.

Library Development
The Library’s Development department is responsible for enabling the strategic plans and aspirations of the University Librarian and Library leadership by securing philanthropic, grant, and government funding. Recent success in institutional giving includes a $1 million grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to develop UChicagoNode, a digital platform to create and deliver digital collections and research data in collaboration with the University’s Humanities Division.

Associate Director of Development
The Associate Director of Development is a collaborative colleague and member of a three-person team. The position will help foster a culture of philanthropy and engagement with grant-making institutions in support of the Library and its mission. As part of the University of Chicago, we collaborate with Alumni Relations and Development colleagues across campus.

The Associate Director will manage programs designed to meet University fundraising goals for philanthropic income from institutional sources for the Library, as well as manage the Library’s government grants program. The post-holder will serve as an institutional giving strategist, by researching, composing, and editing institutional funding applications, as well as reports and other communications. The position also supports and/or leads targeted projects in coordination with the Director of Development.

Responsibilities

Institutional Fundraising

• Leads discovery and prospect engagement activity for institutional funders with the goals of increasing revenue, expanding the prospect pool, and growing the Library donor base.
• Achieves personal funding activity goals monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Leads and coordinates the writing of a broad spectrum of fundraising materials including, but not limited to: cover letters, letters of inquiry, applications / proposals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), renewal requests, and interim and final reports to institutional funders.
• Facilitates and coordinates with experts across the Library, University, and strategic partners on contributions to grant applications and grant-funded projects.
• Ensures grant applications and grant-award contracts are submitted for review and approval by University Research Administration.
• Manages all institutional fundraising activity at the Library and coordinates with colleagues in similar roles across the University, with a particular emphasis on University Research Administration, as well as Alumni Relations and Development.
• Serves as a central resource for information relating to institutional funding opportunities and industry trends.
• Identifies new opportunities for institutional funding that align with the Library’s aspirations and programs including outreach and relationship building with prospective institutions, as well as maintaining solid relationships with existing funders.
• Facilitates internal meetings with colleagues to advance prospect/donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to ensure the Library builds and maintains relationships with our donors.
• Project-manages funded activity to ensure goals and objectives are met, including anticipating and tracking deliverables.

Communications

• Leads the project management on the development of the Library’s annual report, in collaboration with the Assessment Librarian and Director of Communications.
• Researches, writes, and edits Development communications including the department’s contributions to the Library’s annual newsletter, as well as regular e-newsletters.

Other

• Assists in leading the planning and implementation of programs to identify, visit, and solicit alumni, parents, and other constituencies within an assigned geographical region for gifts and tries to reach fundraising goal. Does this with a limited level of guidance and direction.
• Has a deep understanding of plans to solicit prospective donors and meet campaign goals. This includes speaking to new prospects persuasively about the case for annual giving support.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Experience in a university setting or a similarly complex institution.
• Experience with writing complex subject material.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to take complicated information from various sources and synthesize it to identify and clarify key issues and opportunities, as well as developing a compelling message.
• Ability to manage multiple details while adhering to a broader concept or purpose.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and in a team-oriented environment and to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse colleagues, faculty, staff, and students.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (addressed to Hiring Committee) (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

How To Apply

To Apply

To apply for this position, external candidates must submit their profile and any other required materials through https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Associate-Director-of-Development_JR25178. Internal candidates must apply by logging into Workday using their CNet ID and password; for more information, please see How to Apply for a UChicago Job (Current Employee) QRG.

Resumes sent via mail, fax, or email will not be considered. For more information, please see https://www.uchicago.edu/jobs/.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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The Organization – Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation

The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (Meso Foundation) is the nonprofit collaboration of patients and families, physicians, advocates, and researchers dedicated to eradicating the life-ending and vicious effects of mesothelioma.  We offer medical information, hope and support to mesothelioma patients and families, fund the highest quality and most promising research projects from around the world, raise awareness of the disease, and advocate that the public and private sectors partner in the effort to cure it.

The ideal candidate will have the capacity to cast a bold vision for what’s possible in the Meso Foundation’s next phase. They will have a passion for sharing the Meso Foundation’s mission and vision, using data and evidence-based campaigns to support the growth and success of the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Management

• Ensure that the activities of the Meso Foundation are in support of its mission, in alignment with its policies and make progress towards its long-range strategies.
• Along with the Board of Directors, create and execute a mission-centric organizational strategic plan to direct the activities of the foundation.
• Facilitate the development and approval of an annual budget to meet the needs of the organization.
• Provide leadership on all human resource matters for Foundation staff, including the availability of professional development, establishment of organizational culture and teambuilding, and oversight of all available benefits, policies, and evaluation systems.

Board Governance

• Develop and sustain strong working relationships with each member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
• Work with the designated officer(s) on the Board of Directors to maintain a pipeline of prospective new board candidates.
• Provide timely reports to the Foundation’s Board of Directors about the organization’s activities.
• Ensure the Board of Directors is in compliance with organizational by-laws.

Fundraising and Network-Building

• Ensure the Foundation’s annual revenue goals are achieved through sustainable income sources.
• Identify potential donors and prepare them for contact with the fundraising/development team.
• Cultivate personal relationships with patients and families in order to build the meso community and cultivate individuals with personal connections to the mission to become major gift donors and volunteers.
• Serve as the external face and most public champion of the Meso Foundation for a wide range of stakeholders, paying special attention to the reputation and integrity of the organization and its work.
• Facilitate the process for patients and caregivers to transition to volunteers and advocates.
• Cultivate relationships with doctors, nurses and social workers, making sure that all people engaging with and treating mesothelioma patients are aware of the Meso Foundation and utilizing its programs and services.

Communications:

• Maintain understanding of the Meso community, its constituents and their needs;  Spearhead the evaluation of current offerings and enlist new aspects and/or innovative program updates to best serve our medical and patient support efforts.
• Develop vision for organization’s communication strategy; In partnership with staff, ensure development of content of newsletter, website, symposium, solicitations, etc. supports that vision.

Leadership for Advocacy, Grants, and the Science Community

• Communicate regularly, one-on-one and collectively, with doctors and researchers, especially those on the Foundation’s Board of Directors, Science Advisory Board, and/or and those who have received grant funding from the Foundation.
• Ensure the Foundation maintains a reputation of being the go-to source for resources and provides access to the most current events and news in meso science and treatment through its digital media platforms.
• Provide executive leadership for the Grants Support Director and the Foundation’s research grant program and provide appropriate oversight to ensure that it remains a peer-reviewed program.
• Lead advocacy efforts on state and federal levels by leading efforts to cultivate relationships with lawmakers and other governmental representatives and maintaining knowledge about bills that are relevant to the meso community.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of experience in an executive leadership role, preferably in a health-related organization.
• A leadership style that is collaborative, inclusive, transparent, and decisive.
• Understanding of research grantmaking procedures to ensure integrity of process and stewardship.
• Demonstrated success working and managing a staff team in a work-from-home, remote environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communications and the ability to move comfortably in public forums and present Foundation’s vision and mission to diverse audiences.
• Successful fundraising experience with financial management,  budget development and nonprofit fundraising.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit administration including board development and management.
• Passion for mission of organization and the medical community serving patients and families affected by Mesothelioma.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote, work-from-home environment. Candidate should be located east of the Mississippi River or comfortable operating business hours within the Central and Eastern time zones. Annual travel is required to 2 to 4 national and international conferences as well as visits to key sponsors and donors as needed. This position is full-time, exempt with a typical 40-hour work week. Flex time is available to meet the specific needs of the position.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Annual salary is $145,000, commensurate with experience, with the possibility for an annual bonus. Full-time employees are eligible for a benefits package that includes insurance, the opportunity to participate in the Foundation’s 403(b) retirement plan which includes a contribution match, 12 paid holidays, and 12 days of PTO.

How to Apply

If this opportunity excites you, email a resumé and cover letter expanding on your interest and qualifications to MesoFoundationCareers@gmail.com. Applications received by Friday, April 19 will be considered. No calls or in-person application submissions.

The Organization – Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs

School of Medicine

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

Occupational Summary:

The Program Director of Strategic Events reports directly to the Senior Director of Strategic Events in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA). This position will create, plan, coordinate, and implement assigned events to support two offices: the Executive Vice President of Health Affairs/School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), and DHDAA. This person will need to possess expertise in supporting both high-level academic and development programs and audiences. Priorities of the EVP/Dean of the Duke University School of Medicine may include internal events such as Town Halls, Research Week, and the State of the School. DHDAA events and programs will focus on the cultivation, engagement, and stewardship of donors, alumni, students, faculty, and employees.

Executive Vice President Health Affairs / Dean SOM Event Planning (40%)

Develop, plan, and coordinate special and varied off-site and campus events hosted by the Executive Vice President for Health Affairs and School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), consistent with the strategic focus and image of Duke Health; organize and manage on-site execution of events with other departments to ensure that activities run smoothly and follow appropriate protocol.

Work Preformed:

Develop, plan, and implement the program of events, including in-person, hybrid, and virtual, for the School of Medicine and Duke Health including, but not limited to dinners, conferences, symposia, Town Hall meetings, HR recognition events, and special entertainment programs; conceptualize and recommend scheduling of events as appropriate; plan and coordinate details of special events hosted to include selecting entertainment, venue, menu, seating arrangements, and program flow based on event objective or theme; work independently for smaller events or as a member of a team for larger events.

Assist Schools and Departments as requested by EVP/Dean with planning and implementation of various special events ranging from giving advice to support host preferences, to planning the entire event.

Negotiate and secure contracts with multiple vendors. Direct vendors and other contracted staff to execute events hosted by the EVP/Dean.

Lead and manage all aspects of special awards ceremony, including coordination of the application process and selection of awardee, if needed, event planning, coordination of audiovisual support and budget oversight.

Create, maintain, and monitor inventories of unused event supplies. Update supervisor regularly.

Serve as the principal contact with high-level invitees and other leaders from Duke University, community, businesses, etc., when organizing events.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs Event Planning (40%)

Facilitate event planning across DHDAA and work closely with the leadership and executive management team of partnering units such as the School of Medicine (SOM), School of Nursing (SON), Duke Cancer Institute, and Duke Children’s.

Work Performed

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Strategic Events, participate in planning and managing event preparation before, during, and after events.

Participate in planning organizational development and recognition activities in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs as assigned.

Work independently to develop and manage assigned local and potential regional events for the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Duke Cancer and Children’s, and the Duke University Health System. Events can include educational programs, recognition dinners, regional outreach programs, foundation site visits, donor stewardship tours/visits, salon events, development volunteer board meetings, and faculty recognition events.

Partner with DHDAA team members to formulate event objectives and messaging and develop creative events to meet these goals.

Select and work with vendors, such as hotels, restaurants, caterers, decorators, florists, etc. Develop menus and oversee the creation of the decor for the style/setting for the event.

Maintain electronic filing system of all Strategic Events materials.

Travel to venues to conduct site visits as appropriate and coordinate events.

Select and collaborate with caterers, entertainment, and event décor vendors to create event experiences that reflect the university and departmental standards and event goals.

Develop and execute, if necessary, contingency plans for emergency or severe weather situations.

Determine and coordinate staffing needs for event execution.

Serve as a proficient Cvent user including building event webpages, registration pathways, attendee emails and managing RSVP’s for events as needed.

Select, arrange, and support event technology needed for live, virtual, and hybrid events, whether staffing event execution internally or in partnership with audiovisual production vendors, including meetings and webinars on platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, ON24, etc.

Liaise with leadership, speakers, staff partners, guests, and vendors at events.

Trouble-shoot operational issues related to events and exercise independent judgment to accommodate and/or resolve constituent concerns.

Represent the Strategic Events team collaboratively and professionally with events colleagues when called upon for consultation and expertise.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Event Communication (15%)

Plan and coordinate arrangements for special functions including the creation, management, and tracking of invitations and responses.

Research and prepare background information and/or introductory remarks for special events and/or coordinate the preparation of such with the SOM Comms Team as appropriate.

When appropriate, supervise and direct the coordination of event mailings including reviewing mailing lists for accuracy and providing updated information to the data team.

Organize and facilitate meetings throughout the event planning process to discover, develop, and communicate event logistics.

Communicate all logistics and background in written form with event plans and briefings for participating staff, speakers, event partners, vendors, and hosts.

Coordinate with the DHDAA Advancement Digital Platforms Manager on digital and print designs as needed.

Financial Management (5%)

Develop budgets for events and manage expenses to ensure adherence to the approved budget. Escalate budget concerns proactively and present alternatives to stay within budget. Prepare and submit expense reports while regularly monitoring the expenses related to all events. Coordinate budget management with the SOM Finance Office and DHDAA as appropriate.

Represent the School of Medicine Dean’s Office and Development Office in negotiations regarding arrangements for such events.

Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.

Determine fiscal requirements for assigned events; monitor, verify, and reconcile expenditure of budgeted funds.

Ensure all expenses are paid on time.

Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions; participate in short and long-range planning for assigned events.

Education/Training

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

Experience

Work requires three years’ experience in alumni affairs, public relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing, student activities or a related field.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Department Preferences/Skills:

Minimum of three years of experience with planning creative, strategic events and working with high-level leadership.

Experience in managing complex, sophisticated event programs.

Ability to prepare and support high-level leadership and use discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information.

Skilled in evaluating projects and events, summarizing findings, communicating results, and developing action plans and event timelines.

Experience with event and RSVP management platforms, such as Cvent, Qualtrics, Smartsheet, or similar.

Experience with digital event platforms such as Zoom (meetings and webinars), WebEx, ON24, and similar.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to think and act strategically.

Ability to manage simultaneous projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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

Experience

Work requires three years experience in alumni affairs, public OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing, student activities or a related field.

How to Apply

https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/242685/

The Organization – Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation

About the Levitt Foundation

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation exists to strengthen the social fabric of America. We’re a national social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building that partners with nonprofits and changemakers to build a more equitable, healthy, and thriving future for all. We realize our mission of building community through music through supporting free, live music, as well as projects and programs that advance equitable music ecosystems. In 2024, more than 650 free outdoor Levitt concerts will take place in 45 towns and cities across America, bringing joy to over 750,000 people of all ages and backgrounds.

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

Position Overview:

Position Title: Operations Associate
Reports to: Vice President of Operations
Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA; hybrid schedule
Time Commitment: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Announcement Date: March 13, 2024
Applications Due: Open until filled
Compensation: $24.00 to $26.25 per hour; commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation Operations Associate provides overall administrative support to the organization. This position assists with general office management, arranges staff travel, reviews expense reports, provides support to the Vice President of Operations and the Operations & Special Events Manager, and assists in the coordination of Levitt Foundation and national Levitt network events. The Operations Associate plays a key role within the Operations Department, with regular interaction with staff, vendors, and Levitt Foundation partners and grantees. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Vice President of Operations.

Application Submission

To apply, email your cover letter and resume to levittsearch@levitt.org with “Operations Associate” in the subject line.

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

The Organization – Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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

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

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

Position Overview:

Senior Research Analyst, Client Services, Prospect Research

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Brookline, MA

Full Time

The Senior Research Analyst, Client Services, Prospect Research provides prospect research strategy and support for members of the Division of Philanthropy, a large fundraising office that raises over $300M annually in support of cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the leading cancer hospital in New England. The Senior Analyst creates concise, accurate, and timely research products by finding and interpreting biographical information, wealth indicators, news, and philanthropic history, and works closely with clients to strategically apply this information in raising funds for Dana-Farber. The Senior Analyst is also responsible for working collaboratively with clients, including at least five Principal & Major Gifts officers, on the prospect management of their specific portfolios. The Senior Analyst and the Prospect Research team also support the entire Division in 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:

• Lead monthly meetings with internal Principal & Major Gift clients to review fundraising priorities, anticipate research needs, assess, and manage donor portfolios, and develop strategies for key prospects.
• Translate research requests and projects into targeted and actionable deliverables, communicating clearly with clients about expected outcome and timeline.
• Create concise, accurate, and timely research products using biographical information, financial data, news, and philanthropic history. Use information found to estimate the giving capacity of individual prospects.
• Lead comprehensive annual portfolio reviews for assigned Principal & Major Gifts officers.
• Participate in fundraising strategy meetings, including major gift prospect strategy discussions and meetings with faculty about their fundraising needs and priorities.
• Assist with occasional research as needed for other Philanthropy partners, including Dana-Farber’s President and its Chief Philanthropy Officer, and with general prospect identification.
• Track and disseminate news and information about Dana-Farber, advances in cancer research and treatment, and top donors and prospects.
• Continuously build on fundraising and prospect research knowledge and skills by reading relevant publications; participating in internal/external trainings and workshops; shadowing colleagues; exploring new products and tools; and exchanging ideas and information with teammates.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Reports to Senior Associate Director, Prospect Research. No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of direct or comparable experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

The Senior Research Analyst should possess superior communication, organizational, project management, writing, and analytical skills, and have the ability to manage multiple clients and to meet deadlines. This individual should be comfortable working independently while also being available to work on team projects and/or assist colleagues when needed.

The Senior Analyst must apply creative thinking, curiosity, focus, and persistence in pursuit of prospect information. He/she/they should be capable of interpreting complex documents, including corporate proxy statements and insider stock filings. Also essential are expert writing skills, as reports and briefings prepared in Prospect Research are used by DFCI’s President, its Chief Philanthropy Officer, and other senior Philanthropy staff. The Senior Analyst must also be able to identify and adapt to shifting priorities, be flexible and resourceful with a sense of humor, and exercise professionalism and discretion in working with confidential information.

Technical Skills: Superior skills in Microsoft Office applications; expertise in broad range of search techniques; knowledge of prospect research resources such as Lexis-Nexis for Development Professionals, Foundation Directory, iWave, and Relationship Science; familiarity with relational databases and reporting tools; experience with data mining is a plus.

Patient Contact:

No.

Working Conditions:

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.

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 possible modification to reasonably 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

We’re hiring! Learn more about working in the Division of Philanthropy and view all open positions.

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please visit: 
https://careers.dana-farber.org/senior-research-analyst-client-services-prospect

The Organization – Colorado Health Foundation

The Colorado Health Foundation is a statewide philanthropic organization that champions the overall health and well-being of every Coloradan, by advocating for and investing in solutions and policies that drive health equity and racial justice. Every day, we collaborate with organizations and communities across the state to break down the many systemic inequities that stand in the way of health. Our work is guided by three cornerstone that are “must-haves” in all we do:

·         We do everything with the intent of creating health equity.

·         We serve Coloradans who have less power, privilege and income, and prioritize Coloradans of color.

·         We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.

Position Overview

The Foundation is happy to announce an opening for the position of Senior Officer for Public Opinion Insights. This unique position leads a signature body of work within the Foundation focused on equipping advocates for health equity and racial justice with research-based insight into what shapes Coloradans’ opinions about controversial public policy topics.

The Senior Officer for Public Opinion Insights manages community advisory committees that work closely with consultant teams who have deep expertise in innovative public opinion research methods. These groups collaboratively design and execute research that goes beyond just polling to quantify what Coloradans think about public policy issues to a deeper qualitative approach that identifies the factors that either strengthen or weaken people’s support for policies that advance health equity.

The Senior Officer for Public Opinion Insights translates research results into messaging guidance for advocates that strengthens their skills for communicating effectively and persuasively about socially sensitive topics. This position designs approaches to sharing research-based insights with Colorado’s advocacy community and policymakers in ways that takes research into strategic actions that activate and persuade people across the ideological spectrum to champion public policies that improve health equity. It is a unique role in the field of philanthropy, and it has lead innovative projects like the development of the messaging guidance to support racial equity in COVID-19 vaccination that is now available on CHF’s website.

Candidates will have a personal commitment and connection with our mission and cornerstones; work well in ambiguity and managing change; and proactively identify opportunities to advance our mission while remaining grounded in the day-to-day responsibilities. They will need to be able to apply principles of health equity and racial justice across all of their work, as well as integrate concepts of strategy formation and refinement, systems thinking, complexity, adaptive/emergent strategy, worldviews and power.

Ideal candidates will have the demonstrated skills and ability to:

·          Gather feedback from Colorado’s advocacy community to design a qualitative public opinion research agenda that helps advocates to learn how they can effectively and persuasively communicate with audiences across the ideological spectrum about public policies that advance health equity and racial justice

·          Combine strong project management and change management skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence that can be leveraged to work successfully with partners and audiences who have different viewpoints on contentious issues

·          Select and manage consultants who are able to conduct qualitative and quantitative public opinion research projects in ways that demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion

·          Design and execute a learning agenda for CHF that facilitates application of the insights gained from qualitative public opinion research in our approaches to advocacy and communications strategy

·          Develop an engagement strategy with advocacy organizations that supports the widespread adoption of insights and messaging guidance developed from public opinion research

·          Contribute to strengthening the Foundation’s own capacity to communicate effectively, and to influence public policy as a senior member of the communications and policy teams

·          Demonstrate expertise in shaping and executing strategy in ways that advance equity while operating in matrixed and interdependent teams

A Bachelor’s Degree that would prepare you to do the work of community change and centering health equity. Eight year’s professional experience working in advocacy coalitions and stakeholder management, communications strategy, and project management. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in developing organizations’ ability to apply research-based messaging guidance to advocacy communications strategy.

It’s an exciting time to join the Foundation whose assets include a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.7 billion and whose annual grant making is in excess of $100 million. We offer a robust benefit and wellness package, 401(k) match, and generous paid leave programs. The starting range for this position is $105,063-$123,410, paid as salary exempt, and is eligible for all CHF benefits.  This is a full-time position in Denver, Colorado with the exception of required travel. We work on a hybrid schedule of three days in-office (required) and two days remote.

How to Apply

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual to have a meaningful impact through their professional contributions. Interested candidates may submit their resumes and cover letters on the Colorado Health Foundation’s website (www.coloradohealth.org).

This position closes on 4/7/24.

The Colorado Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The Organization – The Sunrise Project

Driven by a passion to solve the climate crisis, The Sunrise Project (TSP) is a team of experienced change-makers with a mission to scale social movements to drive the global transition beyond fossil fuels. With affiliated programs and staff in the United States, Europe and Asia, we have developed a unique model of grant making and campaigning that supports networks of organizations to drive powerful change towards our mission.

We have a dynamic and nimble organizational culture. We’re serious about supporting our people to thrive as we tackle the urgent climate challenge. TSP supports networks of organizations to work together to achieve outcomes that would not be possible by individual organizations acting alone. Last year we gave over 30 million dollars to over 200 partners globally and we are projected to double our yearly giving in the coming years. We expect all roles to actively support the capacity building of our networks and partner organizations.

Position Overview

Salary: $91,900 – $100,200
Application Deadline: 11:59pm EST, March 31st

The Senior Grants System Administrator is responsible for taking the lead in administering, developing and implementing policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the TSP’s grants management system (GMS) and online grant applications and reporting. The position will work closely with the Senior Grants Administrator to deliver a best practice grant making experience for our staff and partners. This role will manage the migration to a new grants management system (GSM) to better support our partners, our program teams and the grant making function. As TSP’s grants management database expert, the position is primarily responsible for systems administration; onboarding, staff and partner training; specialized reporting; and technical assistance for staff and external stakeholders.

The Senior Grants System Administrator works collaboratively with TSP’s stakeholders to develop solutions to enable a streamlined process, and expansion of organization-wide usage of the grants management tool. The Senior Grants System Administrator acts as a technical liaison to IT partners; and will implement improvements, enhancements, and integrations to meet evolving needs, supporting team efforts to promote trust-based granting relationships and meeting the highest standards and best practice.

How to Apply

We recognize that racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, classism and other forms of discrimination creates structural barriers that impact opportunities to formal education and experience. When assessing candidates we look at more than the jobs you’ve been paid to do but the range of ways you’ve picked up skills and knowledge throughout your life. This is why we assess candidates on how well they respond to application questions and don’t require a cover letter. You’ll be taken to Be Applied to complete your application.

The Organization – Race Forward

About Race Forward

Race Forward’s mission is to catalyze movement building for racial justice. In partnership with communities, organizations, and sectors, we build strategies to advance racial justice in our policies, institutions, and culture. Race Forward imagines a just, multiracial democratic society free from oppression and exploitation, in which people of color thrive with power and purpose.

Since 1981, Race Forward has brought a systemic analysis and an innovative approach to complex race issues to help people take effective action toward racial equity. In 2017 Race Forward united with the Center for Social Inclusion to become the new Race Forward.

Position Overview

Title: Chief Operating Officer
Reports to: President
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $214,667 – $239,825
Location: Remote
Tentative Start Date: As soon as possible

Position Summary

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a member of the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams and provides leadership to ensure effective stewardship of Race Forwards fiscal and physical resources. Reporting directly to the President, they oversee all finance – budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, financial planning and strategy, asset management, and risk and liability management – and operations functions – information technology, human resources, physical offices – and will supervise the VP of Finance, VP of Technology, and VP of Human Resources. This person is an experienced and strategic leader with a strong record of progressively responsible leadership as well as superior analytical and technical abilities. The successful candidate will be an experienced financial executive with a successful record of managing diverse operations and demonstrated expertise in strategic asset/liability management, financial planning and management, strategic planning, accounting, and budgetary and regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as an integral member of the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams;
Define and implement operations strategy, structure, and processes;
Collaborate with President and other Senior Leaders to align financial management, short- and long-term fiscal and operational planning, and projections with overall operational goals;
Provide strategic leadership and direction to Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Operations departments and assure that all policies and procedures are in accordance with state and federal laws;
Oversee the planning, preparation, and presentation of multi-year budget to various stakeholders;
Develop, execute, and maintain long-term financial and operational strategies and policies;
Promote service excellence for the Office of Finance and Operations;
Ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies by continually monitoring operations, programs, and physical resources;
Advise the President, the Senior Leadership Team on the impact of long range financial and organizational planning;
Provide leadership and guidance regarding the development and implementation of capital planning and operations projects as well as the maintenance of the NYC and Oakland Offices;
Oversee the handling of discipline and termination of employees in accordance with organization policy;
Oversee management and handling of organizational mail, and main phone line/voice mail; and
Serve as the management and liaison to the board and various committees; effectively communicates and presents critical matters at board and committee meetings; and
Aligns with the daily operations of the General Counsel to ensure legislative and regulatory framework specific to and potentially impacting the organization. Coordinate advice/recommendations regarding advisable actions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform successfully in this role, incumbent should possess skills identified below:

A strategic and innovative leader with strong business, financial, and operations acumen;
Able to make sound decisions, logical interpretations, and to review and interpret financial statements and budgets;
An exceptional communicator capable of working with diverse internal and external stakeholders;
Solutions-oriented with a pragmatic and positive outlook;
Able to translate complex financial and business information and promote financial understanding with leadership, board, and other stakeholders;
A strategic and innovative leader with strong business and financial acumen;
A proactive and strategic partner to leadership teams and boards;
Adept interpersonally, with an accessible and approachable manner;
Experienced with the workings of physical resources and capital planning processes;
Deep experience in essential business support functions such as Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, and Operations;
An affirming team builder who will empower others and optimize the effectiveness of talented and seasoned teams;
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and antiracism work;
Committed to supporting a range of initiatives related to well-being, equity, and belonging, and cultural competency; and
An energetic, relational, and optimistic senior leader.

Qualifications and Experience 

Demonstrated skills in financial management for nonprofit organizations;
Degree or relevant training in fiscal management; and
At least five years relevant work experience.

How to Apply

To ensure full consideration, please be sure to include both a cover letter and resume with your application. Applications will only be accepted by using the following link: https://raceforward.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1100298
No phone calls, please.

The Organization – Race Forward

Title: Chief of Staff
Reports to: President
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $189,509 – $214,667
Location: Remote

About Race Forward

Race Forward’s mission is to catalyze movement building for racial justice. In partnership with communities, organizations, and sectors, we build strategies to advance racial justice in our policies, institutions, and culture. Race Forward imagines a just, multiracial democratic society free from oppression and exploitation, in which people of color thrive with power and purpose.

Since 1981, Race Forward has brought a systemic analysis and an innovative approach to complex race issues to help people take effective action toward racial equity. In 2017 Race Forward united with the Center for Social Inclusion to become the new Race Forward.

Position Overview

The Chief of Staff reports directly to the President and works closely with and on behalf of the President and the Senior Leadership Team, coordinating a wide range of complex activities and responsibilities. The Chief of Staff is the President’s primary liaison and represents the President before a variety of internal and external constituencies. They will provide leadership and overall project and relationship management for key strategic projects between the President’s Office and others within and external to Race Forward. The Chief of Staff carries primary responsibility to provide the President with strategic counsel and guidance. They serve as a member of the executive and senior leadership teams, participating in the formulation of organizational strategy, guiding the development of strategic and leadership interventions.

The Chief of Staff will be politically astute, with a high level of emotional intelligence, sound judgment and a commitment to excellence. Engaging with a wide range of constituents, including, executive and senior teams, staff, and members of the board, will require an executive with outstanding communication skills and the ability to operate with the highest level of diplomacy.

Duties/Responsibilities

● Triage issues on the President’s behalf, negotiating solutions to complex
problems, and handling confidential and sensitive issues;
● Provide the President with timely and balanced views of current and emerging
issues/problems and suggest options for dealing with them;
● Interact with executive and senior leaders on advancing the President’s goals
and objectives;
● Coordinate meetings and briefings with disparate stakeholders and the
President, participating as required, and managing follow-up;
● Coordinate implementation of strategic planning priorities, including strategic
calendering process, working in close collaboration with the Executive
Leadership Team, to ensure sufficient attention is directed to key strategic
priorities and key internal and external constituencies;
● Ensure that the President is well informed and briefed in advance of meetings
and other engagements;
● Develop and/or review items for the President’s signature, formulating
recommendations and presenting options, and drafting responses;
● Provide leadership and mentoring in creating an atmosphere of excellence and
teamwork among all staff within the Office of the President, and executive and
senior leaders;
● Represent the President in meetings, on standing and ad-hoc committees, and in
external meetings as needed;
● Supervise administrative support staff in the Office of the President to ensure that
efforts are aligned;
● Provide creative and strategic thought partnership to senior leaders;
● Define goals that lead to supporting Office of the President priorities;
● Problem-solve with executive and senior leaders on crisis issues as they arise;
● Collaborates with the Chief Operating Officer on board and committee
engagement ensuring critical matters are prioritized and managed accordingly;
and
● Foster connections and collaboration with all Race Forward Offices.

Required Job Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

To perform successfully in this role, incumbent should possess skills identified below:
● Strong understanding of the racial justice movement, including Race Forward’s
mission, vision, and programmatic work;
● Understanding of organizational development and change management
● Ability to manage complex projects with multiple moving pieces, stakeholders,
and deadlines;
● Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
● Ability to form and maintain strong collaborative partnerships with members of
the SVP team, Senior Team, Board of Directors, donors, organizational partners
and other strategic stakeholders;
● Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgment and the highest professional ethics;
● Strong interpersonal and relational skills, adept at facilitating large groups
towards a common goal;
● Ability to communicate and effectively share information with senior leadership
and other audiences;
● Able to successfully navigate within varying degrees of ambiguity in a fast-paced
environment; and
● Highly advanced levels of ingenuity and analytical skills are required to evaluate
alternatives and develop new approaches to resolving problems and assess
ambiguous and/or changing facts or conditions affecting the work group, division,
or organization.

Required Education and Experience

● 10-15 years of experience in senior management within the nonprofit sector;
specific experience working with philanthropy, social justice movements and
organizational development;
● Demonstrated skills in the principles and practices of effective management
including: team leadership; collaborative leadership; change management;
continuous quality improvement initiatives; delegation; implementation;
establishing goals, objectives, and standards; supervision; and evaluation of
programs and of individual performance;
● Thorough knowledge of the racial justice ecosystem to understand priorities,
issues, motivations, and constraints;
● Excellent consulting, relationship building, and strategic thinking skills;
● Excellent ability to establish mission and goals at the macro-level and to lead
members of the executive and senior leadership teams to develop goals in
alignment with mission;
● Excellent political acumen and ability to navigate complex organizations;
● Sophisticated leadership abilities to establish goals and motivate and influence
others to achieve;
● General knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques, human
resources and risk management planning, and accounting and payroll;
● Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and project planning skills;
● Advanced written, verbal, and presentation skills for influencing and facilitating
sustained change;
● Highly developed diplomacy, influential, and interpersonal skills to work
effectively across the organization at all levels; and
● Thorough knowledge of the legal constraints and opportunities for diversity and
racial equity interventions.

Travel Requirements

Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

How to Apply

To ensure full consideration, please be sure to include both a cover letter and resume with your application. Applications will only be accepted by using the following link: https://raceforward.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1100298 No phone calls, please.

The Organization – Race Forward

About Race Forward

Race Forward’s mission is to catalyze movement building for racial justice. In partnership with communities, organizations, and sectors, we build strategies to advance racial justice in our policies, institutions, and culture. Race Forward imagines a just, multiracial democratic society free from oppression and exploitation, in which people of color thrive with power and purpose.

Since 1981, Race Forward has brought a systemic analysis and an innovative approach to complex race issues to help people take effective action toward racial equity. In 2017 Race Forward united with the Center for Social Inclusion to become the new Race Forward.

Position Overview

Title: Senior Vice President, Development and Partnerships
Reports to: President
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $164,350-$189,509
Location: Remote

Position Summary

This position is responsible for raising all the contributed revenue for Race Forward to meet annual budget, and to build financial resilience for the future. It builds and executes a development plan, including institutional, individual, and corporate giving. This position also provides leadership with strategic partnerships-with a focus on those that provide additional revenue. The SVP of Strategic Partnerships hires and manages the Development and Partnerships team, serves as a key leader on the SVP and Senior teams, and is responsible for shared direction and leadership of Race Forward.

Duties/Responsibilities

Serve as an integral member of the Senior Management team, ensuring organizational clarity, systems, policies, and procedures.
Develop an aggressive and effective fundraising strategy with clear benchmarks.
Lead the Development and Partnerships team to raise all contributed revenue for the organization (foundation, corporate, individual).
Develop new revenue strategies and streams as opportunities arise (membership, affiliates, digital).
Work closely with the Board of Directors and other Race Forward leadership to create and sustain long-term financial resiliency (Board reserve, planned giving, investment strategy).
Develop and maintain external individual and institutional partnerships.
Work closely with Programs teams to understand the breadth and the details of Race Forward’s programmatic work, to communicate that work to a wide range of funding partners.
Work closely with Communications team to elevate the profile of Race Forward through external partnerships and initiatives.
Create social cohesion among and across teams.
Approach philanthropy through a racial justice lens in both internal policies and procedures, and external relationships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform successfully in this role, incumbent should possess skills identified below:

Excellent supervisory and communication skills.
Strategic thinking and visioning.
Complex development strategy, including knowledge of traditional and emergent funding sources.
Interpersonal-as relates to a diverse, fast-paced, and visionary workplace, and to a wide range of external partners.
Understanding of current political and racial justice movement landscape; depth of relationships across racial justice movement.
Understanding of racial justice movement approaches to philanthropy, including community-centric fundraising, solidarity fundraising, and decolonizing philanthropy.
Excellent writing and editing.
Multi-faceted project management.
Public speaking.
Trustworthy; able to unite people towards common goals.
Structural racial justice analysis and the ability to clearly frontline this analysis in working with philanthropy, donors, and partners.

Qualifications and Experience

An equivalent combination of education credentials and/or experience.
Preferred minimum 10 years’ experience in Development and racial justice/equity non-profit work-with active understanding of the racial justice funder landscape, all aspects of fundraising, and fundraising systems.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% (local and national)

How to Apply

To ensure full consideration, please be sure to include both a cover letter and resume with your application. Applications will only be accepted by using the following link: https://raceforward.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1033672
No phone calls, please.