Title : Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager
Department: Development
Status : Exempt
Reports To : VP of Institutional Partnerships
Positions Reporting To This Position : None
Location : Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCVEF office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: C
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $67,010 - $81,529
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund believes our Earth is worth mobilizing for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. LCV Education Fund (LCVEF) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCVEF’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice.
LCVEF is hiring an Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager who will lead, manage and innovate the institutional giving operations. The Institutional Giving team, which is within the Development department, is focused on engagement with foundations and other institutional funders. Responsibilities include ensuring effective grant management working with the Finance and Legal teams, supporting preparation of grant proposals and reports, overseeing Institutional Giving data management, and facilitating the Institutional Giving team’s stewardship and engagement of institutional funders and prospects.
Responsibilities :
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s records in the Salesforce donor database, including data entry and running reports on the team’s goals/performance and other information.
Maintain the team’s shared drive for document management and organization, including all grant agreements, submitted proposals and reports.
Oversee Institutional Giving operations processes, workflows, and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy across the team, including updating or developing new systems, as needed.
Help contribute to and track the team’s racial justice and equity work and help ensure an inclusive organizational culture.
Update the team's language library to organize template proposals and reports, and relevant program language to ensure content is up-to-date, easily accessible and reflects our commitment to racial justice and equity.
Run the incoming grant review process, including serving as team liaison with the financial, legal, and executive teams to get approval and signature for grants, as necessary.
Manage the team’s shared worklog to ensure that all funder deliverables (LOIs, proposals, reports, etc.) and other tasks are completed and submitted in a timely and professional manner.
Support the team in grant submission and reporting including navigating grant submission portals, formatting and uploading materials in accordance to the guidelines of a variety of funders.
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s standard proposal supplemental materials.
Provide administrative support for internal coordination meetings with program staff and other departments, including scheduling and preparation of materials.
Coordinate with the Financial & Budget Analyst and the Director of Grants Management to acquire necessary financial documents for proposals and reports.
Coordinate and track the stewardship and cultivation activities of the institutional giving team to ensure that existing funders and priority prospects receive frequent high-quality opportunities to engage with and learn more about LCVEF and LCV programs. This includes communications such as thank you letters, acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and invitations to in-person and virtual events.
Maintain an annual engagement calendar, manage the production of funder materials in coordination with the Development marketing team, and collaborate with the events team on funder engagement through events.
Collect data and statistics that will support the Institutional Giving team with grant proposals and reports.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date grant information and contact information in Salesforce, and develop database-driven reporting systems.
Prepare regular fundraising progress reports for the team and executive leadership.
Support the team with other day-to-day development activities as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 years of administrative or project management experience. Experience working with a CRM database. Preferred - Experience working with the Salesforce database. Experience reviewing grant agreements in order to determine restrictions on the use of funds.
Skills: Excellent organization and project management skills. Excellent follow-through and attention to detail, with the ability to track and maintain multiple critical priorities and take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong orientation toward collaboration and teamwork. Effective at managing up and sideways across departments. Works well in a fast-paced environment and is able to multitask without sacrificing the quality of the work. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency with Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs). Database management skills.
Cultural Competence: Shares our commitment to increasing racial diversity in our movement and organization, integrating justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCVEF requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCVEF offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcvef.org with “Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager” in the subject line by January 18, 2024 . No phone calls please.
LCVEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCVEF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcvef.org.
Jan 04, 2024
Full time
Title : Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager
Department: Development
Status : Exempt
Reports To : VP of Institutional Partnerships
Positions Reporting To This Position : None
Location : Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCVEF office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: C
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $67,010 - $81,529
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund believes our Earth is worth mobilizing for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. LCV Education Fund (LCVEF) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCVEF’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice.
LCVEF is hiring an Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager who will lead, manage and innovate the institutional giving operations. The Institutional Giving team, which is within the Development department, is focused on engagement with foundations and other institutional funders. Responsibilities include ensuring effective grant management working with the Finance and Legal teams, supporting preparation of grant proposals and reports, overseeing Institutional Giving data management, and facilitating the Institutional Giving team’s stewardship and engagement of institutional funders and prospects.
Responsibilities :
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s records in the Salesforce donor database, including data entry and running reports on the team’s goals/performance and other information.
Maintain the team’s shared drive for document management and organization, including all grant agreements, submitted proposals and reports.
Oversee Institutional Giving operations processes, workflows, and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy across the team, including updating or developing new systems, as needed.
Help contribute to and track the team’s racial justice and equity work and help ensure an inclusive organizational culture.
Update the team's language library to organize template proposals and reports, and relevant program language to ensure content is up-to-date, easily accessible and reflects our commitment to racial justice and equity.
Run the incoming grant review process, including serving as team liaison with the financial, legal, and executive teams to get approval and signature for grants, as necessary.
Manage the team’s shared worklog to ensure that all funder deliverables (LOIs, proposals, reports, etc.) and other tasks are completed and submitted in a timely and professional manner.
Support the team in grant submission and reporting including navigating grant submission portals, formatting and uploading materials in accordance to the guidelines of a variety of funders.
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s standard proposal supplemental materials.
Provide administrative support for internal coordination meetings with program staff and other departments, including scheduling and preparation of materials.
Coordinate with the Financial & Budget Analyst and the Director of Grants Management to acquire necessary financial documents for proposals and reports.
Coordinate and track the stewardship and cultivation activities of the institutional giving team to ensure that existing funders and priority prospects receive frequent high-quality opportunities to engage with and learn more about LCVEF and LCV programs. This includes communications such as thank you letters, acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and invitations to in-person and virtual events.
Maintain an annual engagement calendar, manage the production of funder materials in coordination with the Development marketing team, and collaborate with the events team on funder engagement through events.
Collect data and statistics that will support the Institutional Giving team with grant proposals and reports.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date grant information and contact information in Salesforce, and develop database-driven reporting systems.
Prepare regular fundraising progress reports for the team and executive leadership.
Support the team with other day-to-day development activities as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 years of administrative or project management experience. Experience working with a CRM database. Preferred - Experience working with the Salesforce database. Experience reviewing grant agreements in order to determine restrictions on the use of funds.
Skills: Excellent organization and project management skills. Excellent follow-through and attention to detail, with the ability to track and maintain multiple critical priorities and take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong orientation toward collaboration and teamwork. Effective at managing up and sideways across departments. Works well in a fast-paced environment and is able to multitask without sacrificing the quality of the work. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency with Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs). Database management skills.
Cultural Competence: Shares our commitment to increasing racial diversity in our movement and organization, integrating justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCVEF requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCVEF offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcvef.org with “Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager” in the subject line by January 18, 2024 . No phone calls please.
LCVEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCVEF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcvef.org.
Initial Review of Applications : November 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis Anticipated start date: February 2024
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting/finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an exciting opening for a Director of Finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. The role will take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is a vital part of the organization and its future. The Grand Canyon Trust has 45+ employees and a budget of $6.8M.
We value all types of experience including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, relationships built, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
Desired Qualifications
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways we can continue to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our impact on the lands and peoples of the Colorado Plateau.
You can navigate through financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’re a values driven person and will embody the values of Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships, and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have a commitment to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You have the ability to center equity and care for others in all aspects of work, a commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the ability to integrate your commitment into your work.
Minimum Qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
Preferred: Experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling + work from home up to two days per week (For candidates located in Flagstaff); Position location: AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four) and two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life Insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
What does this position entail?
Financial Management (60%):
Oversees all financial functions including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provides effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participates in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represents the organization to the financial community.
Oversees and supervises the organization's human resource systems involving payroll such as insurance and other benefits.
Manages all records pertaining to contractors.
Assists in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Tracking the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants
Assumes responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assumes responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch, LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serves as a member of the senior leadership team and supervises finance staff.
Financial Administration (30%):
Responsible for data entry into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produces quarterly statements for the finance
Works in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provides monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC project managers.
Processes depreciation schedules.
Manages cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversees the accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll systems.
Oversees the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Reports on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculates payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during and at the end of the year.
Provides all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintains license to conduct business in Utah.
Compiles the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepares a variety of financials and budgets for the Board of Trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conducts annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC.
Serves as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolves accounting variances and estimates monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Additional/Other (10%):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational training.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Nov 13, 2023
Full time
Initial Review of Applications : November 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis Anticipated start date: February 2024
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting/finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an exciting opening for a Director of Finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. The role will take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is a vital part of the organization and its future. The Grand Canyon Trust has 45+ employees and a budget of $6.8M.
We value all types of experience including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, relationships built, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
Desired Qualifications
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways we can continue to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our impact on the lands and peoples of the Colorado Plateau.
You can navigate through financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’re a values driven person and will embody the values of Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships, and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have a commitment to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You have the ability to center equity and care for others in all aspects of work, a commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the ability to integrate your commitment into your work.
Minimum Qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
Preferred: Experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling + work from home up to two days per week (For candidates located in Flagstaff); Position location: AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four) and two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life Insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
AZ, UT, CO, or NM with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, AZ. Ability to travel at least once a month to Flagstaff.
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
What does this position entail?
Financial Management (60%):
Oversees all financial functions including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provides effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participates in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represents the organization to the financial community.
Oversees and supervises the organization's human resource systems involving payroll such as insurance and other benefits.
Manages all records pertaining to contractors.
Assists in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Tracking the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants
Assumes responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assumes responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch, LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serves as a member of the senior leadership team and supervises finance staff.
Financial Administration (30%):
Responsible for data entry into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produces quarterly statements for the finance
Works in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provides monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC project managers.
Processes depreciation schedules.
Manages cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversees the accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll systems.
Oversees the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Reports on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculates payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during and at the end of the year.
Provides all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintains license to conduct business in Utah.
Compiles the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepares a variety of financials and budgets for the Board of Trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conducts annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch, LLC.
Serves as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolves accounting variances and estimates monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Additional/Other (10%):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational training.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
This position will be based in WRI Washington DC office. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
The Global Restoration Initiative (GRI) works with governments and international partners to inspire, enable and implement restoration on degraded landscapes, returning them to economic and environmental productivity. Alongside IUCN and other partners, WRI has identified more than two billion hectares of cleared and degraded forest and agricultural lands suitable for restoration – an area roughly twice the size of China. Using this data as a foundation, we work to promote restoration of degraded lands back into natural forests, agroforestry systems, or productive agriculture. Embracing forest and landscape restoration will allow for a world in which the amount of forest cover grows while the productivity of existing agricultural land increases.
Job Highlight:
As a member of the GRI Operations Team, you will provide administrative oversight and support program operations for a varied portfolio of projects funded by multiple donors, including foreign governments and foundations. You will ensure accurate grants and contracts management, offer financial oversight, foster partner collaboration, and contribute to event coordination. As a Grants & Finance Specialist, you will develop your career in non-profit operations and financial management. You will be supported by the GRI's Operations and Management team, along with WRI’s Accounting, Grants and Contracts teams, and project managers within the Forest Program. You will report to the GRI's Operations Manager. What will you do:
Grant Financial Management (45%):
Coordinate with and advise project lead on budget management, including use of budgeting software, monthly financial tracking, and supporting project managers in expense forecasting and revenue analysis
Review, update, and monitor all transactions, invoices, commitments, and revenue prospects
Follow WRI’s internal processes and deadlines related to funding, including quarterly reviews, financial reporting, monthly & annual closeouts, and future fiscal year annual budget submission
Grant and Sub-agreement Management (50%):
Work directly with funders to request and submit Prime award amendments, payment request, and other funder related needs
Process and implement new sub-grants, contracts, and amendments
Process invoices and payments for projects in compliance with WRI’s policies
Monitor partners to ensure the and accurate submission of progress and financial reports
Program Administration and Operations (5%):
Monitor compliance with and advise teams on institutional policies, such as WRI’s travel and expense policy
Support miscellaneous project operations needs, including personnel processes, labor forecasting and guidance processes, and IT
Advise team on budget management and address any financial issues with the Operations Manager
Track program funding opportunities and record information in online tracking systems
What will you need:
Education: You have a completed Bachelor's degree in finance, business or public administration, non-profit management, or similar
Experience: You have a minimum of 3+ years full-time relevant work experience in operations, grant administration, budgeting, or financial management
You have experience in a previous role that required detail-orientation and working with deadlines, particularly with expense forecasting, grant compliance, and monitoring subgrants and contracts
You have also worked in a role with minimal supervision and have experience with interacting with multiple stakeholders and cross-collaboration with teams
Experience with financial softwares such as TM1 and Cognos and CRM software such as Salesforce considered a plus
Languages: You have verbal and written proficiency in English. Spanish preferred.
Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization
Potential Salary: Salary range is between 69,000 and 78,000 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of June 23, 2023. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
A competitive salary
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US.
The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work.
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI.
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Jun 14, 2023
Full time
This position will be based in WRI Washington DC office. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
The Global Restoration Initiative (GRI) works with governments and international partners to inspire, enable and implement restoration on degraded landscapes, returning them to economic and environmental productivity. Alongside IUCN and other partners, WRI has identified more than two billion hectares of cleared and degraded forest and agricultural lands suitable for restoration – an area roughly twice the size of China. Using this data as a foundation, we work to promote restoration of degraded lands back into natural forests, agroforestry systems, or productive agriculture. Embracing forest and landscape restoration will allow for a world in which the amount of forest cover grows while the productivity of existing agricultural land increases.
Job Highlight:
As a member of the GRI Operations Team, you will provide administrative oversight and support program operations for a varied portfolio of projects funded by multiple donors, including foreign governments and foundations. You will ensure accurate grants and contracts management, offer financial oversight, foster partner collaboration, and contribute to event coordination. As a Grants & Finance Specialist, you will develop your career in non-profit operations and financial management. You will be supported by the GRI's Operations and Management team, along with WRI’s Accounting, Grants and Contracts teams, and project managers within the Forest Program. You will report to the GRI's Operations Manager. What will you do:
Grant Financial Management (45%):
Coordinate with and advise project lead on budget management, including use of budgeting software, monthly financial tracking, and supporting project managers in expense forecasting and revenue analysis
Review, update, and monitor all transactions, invoices, commitments, and revenue prospects
Follow WRI’s internal processes and deadlines related to funding, including quarterly reviews, financial reporting, monthly & annual closeouts, and future fiscal year annual budget submission
Grant and Sub-agreement Management (50%):
Work directly with funders to request and submit Prime award amendments, payment request, and other funder related needs
Process and implement new sub-grants, contracts, and amendments
Process invoices and payments for projects in compliance with WRI’s policies
Monitor partners to ensure the and accurate submission of progress and financial reports
Program Administration and Operations (5%):
Monitor compliance with and advise teams on institutional policies, such as WRI’s travel and expense policy
Support miscellaneous project operations needs, including personnel processes, labor forecasting and guidance processes, and IT
Advise team on budget management and address any financial issues with the Operations Manager
Track program funding opportunities and record information in online tracking systems
What will you need:
Education: You have a completed Bachelor's degree in finance, business or public administration, non-profit management, or similar
Experience: You have a minimum of 3+ years full-time relevant work experience in operations, grant administration, budgeting, or financial management
You have experience in a previous role that required detail-orientation and working with deadlines, particularly with expense forecasting, grant compliance, and monitoring subgrants and contracts
You have also worked in a role with minimal supervision and have experience with interacting with multiple stakeholders and cross-collaboration with teams
Experience with financial softwares such as TM1 and Cognos and CRM software such as Salesforce considered a plus
Languages: You have verbal and written proficiency in English. Spanish preferred.
Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization
Potential Salary: Salary range is between 69,000 and 78,000 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of June 23, 2023. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
A competitive salary
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US.
The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work.
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI.
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Catskill Center for Conservation and Development
New York
The Catskill Center for Conservation and Development (Catskill Center) is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional grant writing services to support the general operations and programs of the Catskill Center.
Founded in 1969, the Catskill Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that preserves and enriches the environmental, economic and cultural well-being of the Catskill region through collaboration, inspiration and stewardship. We believe that the vitality and prosperity of the Catskills depends on robust collaboration, thriving local communities and the wise stewardship of our natural resources. To learn more, visit www.catskillcenter.org.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Catskill Center seeks to identify and select an experienced professional grant writing consultant with a proven track record of researching, developing, writing, preparing and submitting successful grant proposals for federal and state government grants and private foundation grants. Primary responsibilities include responding to grant opportunities – typically federal, state, or private foundations - as selected by the Catskill Center. Details of responsibilities are described in this Request for Proposals (RFP) under “Scope of Services.”
The selected consultant will work with the Catskill Center’s management team, composed of the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director, and associated program directors managers. Some of the Catskill Center’s programs and services for which we seek funding include:
● General Operations; ● Advocacy; ● Catskill Fire Tower Project; ● Land Trust initiatives; ● Catskills Visitor Center (CVC); and ● Riparian, Fire Tower, High-Use Location, and Ridgerunner Stewards Program.
AGREEMENT DURATION This agreement will have a term of twelve (12) months beginning on or about May 1, 2023 and ending on April 30, 2024, with the possibility for extension.
SCOPE OF WORK The selected consultant(s) will be required to deliver the services outlined in this RFP to the Catskill Center.
Task 1 . Learn more about us. Gain familiarity with the history and programs of the Catskill Center.
Task 2 . Identify grant opportunities. Research and identify potential relevant grant opportunities. Work with Catskill Center staff to assess the validity of current funding priority areas, and identify new priority areas for funding. Engage the Catskill Center management team in creative strategizing for project development. Stay up-to-date about potential community resources for grant collaboration/ partnership and work with Catskill Center management team to identify community partners as necessary.
Maintain a shared google spreadsheet with the Catskill Catskill of basic information related to potential funding opportunities. Such information includes but is not limited to the agency/foundation name, application due date(s), eligibility, a brief program summary, and the level of funding available. The Catskill Center will share a pre-populated, outdated spreadsheet with the selected consultant for the consultant to update or incorporate into a new spreadsheet, as mutually agreed.
Task 3 . Help prepare grant applications, from A-Z. Provide comprehensive general grant writing services associated with the completion and submission of grant applications and program administration. At the beginning of the proposal process, develop a timeline that is agreeable to the Catskill Center management team for submission of proposal drafts and review. With prior written approval, attend applicable pre-proposal workshops/webinars and update the Catskill Center management team with relevant information. Collaborate with the Deputy Executive Director and associated program/project manager to prepare budgets and budget narratives to sufficiently fund the activities of the project. Collate data, prepare and submit approved grant materials in accordance with grant requirements.
Task 4 . Tie-out the application process. Immediately notify by email the Executive Director & Deputy Executive Director following all grant submissions. Upload a complete electronic copy, including all attachments, of each submitted grant application package to a specified Catskill Center Shared Google Drive folder as soon as possible following submission.
Task 5 . Set us up for success with funded projects. For all submitted grants which receive funding, create a brief cover sheet with a clear list and timeline of summarized deliverables and reporting obligations, including any specific to funding requests and/or expense documentation. Upload this list to the specified Shared Google Drive folder and share it with the relevant project/program manager and Deputy Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS The consultant should have the following minimal qualifications: 1. A proven track record of a 3-7 years of successful grant writing experience including sourcing, developing, writing, and submitting successful federal and state government grant proposals documented by summary of funding source, date, & amount. 2. Experience preparing grant proposals for a nonprofit; 3. The ability to do multiple assignments at the same time. 4. Documented experience with collaborative project development with multiple partner organizations. If respondent has experience with development of regional grants, include documentation of extent of region and partnerships. 5. Excellent writing skills and ability to write persuasive proposals as demonstrated by clear and compelling proposal samples. 6. Excellent budget preparation skills and ability to prepare budgets and budget narratives to sufficiently fund the activities of projects in compliance with all government regulations. 7. Expert computer skills in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and online grant submission systems. 8. Highly organized with the ability to identify and implement needed systems and follow-up processes. 9. Able to effectively work – and maintain superb interpersonal skills - under pressure, use excellent judgment, and produce high quality work products within tight time constraints.
CONTENT OF PROPOSAL The consultant must complete the attached Proposal Statement in its entirety, including Primary Contact Information, Company Information, Past Experience & Proposed Approach, Cost Proposal, and References.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL Please email one (1) PDF copy of the proposal with all documents in PDF format and with the subject line “Proposal – RFP Grant Writing Services”, to cccd@catskillcenter.org by 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2023.
By submitting a proposal, the consultant represents that they have thoroughly examined and become familiar with the Scope of Work outlined in this RFP and are qualified and capable of successfully fulfilling the requested services. The consultant also understands and agrees that the Catskill Center assumes no responsibility or liability of any kind for costs incurred in the preparation or submission of any proposal.
EVALUATION OF QUALIFICATIONS The Catskill Center seeks to award the contract to the responding consutant that can provide the highest quality services for the most reasonable cost, within the Catskill Center’s budget. The following qualifications will be considered in the award: 1. Thoroughness and quality of Proposal Statement; 2. Anticipated budget 3. Reference checks; 4. Experience and expertise in the field; 5. How well proposal meets the stated requirements; and 6. Interviews (if conducted with final candidates)
The Catskill Center reserves the right to select the proposal that best satisfies the interests of the Catskill Center and not necessarily on the basis of price or any other single factor in the evaluation criteria.
CONTRACTING If or when the Catskill Center selects a proposal, the Catskill Center will engage in contract negotiations with the consultant. A formal written contract will be prepared by the Catskill Center and will not be binding until signed by both parties. A sample contract is included for review. The contract period is anticipated to be one (1) year, with potential for extension upon mutual agreement. Invoices may be submitted on a monthly basis, and must specify the hours expended, broken out by Task and grant opportunity, when applicable.
Apr 12, 2023
Contractor
The Catskill Center for Conservation and Development (Catskill Center) is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional grant writing services to support the general operations and programs of the Catskill Center.
Founded in 1969, the Catskill Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that preserves and enriches the environmental, economic and cultural well-being of the Catskill region through collaboration, inspiration and stewardship. We believe that the vitality and prosperity of the Catskills depends on robust collaboration, thriving local communities and the wise stewardship of our natural resources. To learn more, visit www.catskillcenter.org.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Catskill Center seeks to identify and select an experienced professional grant writing consultant with a proven track record of researching, developing, writing, preparing and submitting successful grant proposals for federal and state government grants and private foundation grants. Primary responsibilities include responding to grant opportunities – typically federal, state, or private foundations - as selected by the Catskill Center. Details of responsibilities are described in this Request for Proposals (RFP) under “Scope of Services.”
The selected consultant will work with the Catskill Center’s management team, composed of the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director, and associated program directors managers. Some of the Catskill Center’s programs and services for which we seek funding include:
● General Operations; ● Advocacy; ● Catskill Fire Tower Project; ● Land Trust initiatives; ● Catskills Visitor Center (CVC); and ● Riparian, Fire Tower, High-Use Location, and Ridgerunner Stewards Program.
AGREEMENT DURATION This agreement will have a term of twelve (12) months beginning on or about May 1, 2023 and ending on April 30, 2024, with the possibility for extension.
SCOPE OF WORK The selected consultant(s) will be required to deliver the services outlined in this RFP to the Catskill Center.
Task 1 . Learn more about us. Gain familiarity with the history and programs of the Catskill Center.
Task 2 . Identify grant opportunities. Research and identify potential relevant grant opportunities. Work with Catskill Center staff to assess the validity of current funding priority areas, and identify new priority areas for funding. Engage the Catskill Center management team in creative strategizing for project development. Stay up-to-date about potential community resources for grant collaboration/ partnership and work with Catskill Center management team to identify community partners as necessary.
Maintain a shared google spreadsheet with the Catskill Catskill of basic information related to potential funding opportunities. Such information includes but is not limited to the agency/foundation name, application due date(s), eligibility, a brief program summary, and the level of funding available. The Catskill Center will share a pre-populated, outdated spreadsheet with the selected consultant for the consultant to update or incorporate into a new spreadsheet, as mutually agreed.
Task 3 . Help prepare grant applications, from A-Z. Provide comprehensive general grant writing services associated with the completion and submission of grant applications and program administration. At the beginning of the proposal process, develop a timeline that is agreeable to the Catskill Center management team for submission of proposal drafts and review. With prior written approval, attend applicable pre-proposal workshops/webinars and update the Catskill Center management team with relevant information. Collaborate with the Deputy Executive Director and associated program/project manager to prepare budgets and budget narratives to sufficiently fund the activities of the project. Collate data, prepare and submit approved grant materials in accordance with grant requirements.
Task 4 . Tie-out the application process. Immediately notify by email the Executive Director & Deputy Executive Director following all grant submissions. Upload a complete electronic copy, including all attachments, of each submitted grant application package to a specified Catskill Center Shared Google Drive folder as soon as possible following submission.
Task 5 . Set us up for success with funded projects. For all submitted grants which receive funding, create a brief cover sheet with a clear list and timeline of summarized deliverables and reporting obligations, including any specific to funding requests and/or expense documentation. Upload this list to the specified Shared Google Drive folder and share it with the relevant project/program manager and Deputy Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS The consultant should have the following minimal qualifications: 1. A proven track record of a 3-7 years of successful grant writing experience including sourcing, developing, writing, and submitting successful federal and state government grant proposals documented by summary of funding source, date, & amount. 2. Experience preparing grant proposals for a nonprofit; 3. The ability to do multiple assignments at the same time. 4. Documented experience with collaborative project development with multiple partner organizations. If respondent has experience with development of regional grants, include documentation of extent of region and partnerships. 5. Excellent writing skills and ability to write persuasive proposals as demonstrated by clear and compelling proposal samples. 6. Excellent budget preparation skills and ability to prepare budgets and budget narratives to sufficiently fund the activities of projects in compliance with all government regulations. 7. Expert computer skills in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and online grant submission systems. 8. Highly organized with the ability to identify and implement needed systems and follow-up processes. 9. Able to effectively work – and maintain superb interpersonal skills - under pressure, use excellent judgment, and produce high quality work products within tight time constraints.
CONTENT OF PROPOSAL The consultant must complete the attached Proposal Statement in its entirety, including Primary Contact Information, Company Information, Past Experience & Proposed Approach, Cost Proposal, and References.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL Please email one (1) PDF copy of the proposal with all documents in PDF format and with the subject line “Proposal – RFP Grant Writing Services”, to cccd@catskillcenter.org by 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2023.
By submitting a proposal, the consultant represents that they have thoroughly examined and become familiar with the Scope of Work outlined in this RFP and are qualified and capable of successfully fulfilling the requested services. The consultant also understands and agrees that the Catskill Center assumes no responsibility or liability of any kind for costs incurred in the preparation or submission of any proposal.
EVALUATION OF QUALIFICATIONS The Catskill Center seeks to award the contract to the responding consutant that can provide the highest quality services for the most reasonable cost, within the Catskill Center’s budget. The following qualifications will be considered in the award: 1. Thoroughness and quality of Proposal Statement; 2. Anticipated budget 3. Reference checks; 4. Experience and expertise in the field; 5. How well proposal meets the stated requirements; and 6. Interviews (if conducted with final candidates)
The Catskill Center reserves the right to select the proposal that best satisfies the interests of the Catskill Center and not necessarily on the basis of price or any other single factor in the evaluation criteria.
CONTRACTING If or when the Catskill Center selects a proposal, the Catskill Center will engage in contract negotiations with the consultant. A formal written contract will be prepared by the Catskill Center and will not be binding until signed by both parties. A sample contract is included for review. The contract period is anticipated to be one (1) year, with potential for extension upon mutual agreement. Invoices may be submitted on a monthly basis, and must specify the hours expended, broken out by Task and grant opportunity, when applicable.
Senior Treasury and Fund Accountant, Managed Organizations Finance (Durham, NC or Washington, DC) Essential Responsibilities
Record monthly investment activity for a variety of publicly traded and privately held investments using Arabella’s internal investment accounting and general ledger software
Prepare/review monthly cash and investment account reconciliations Assist in project management of ongoing DAF investment process creation and strategy Coordinate with investment advisor(s) to onboard DAFs, support creation of asset allocation for new portfolios, and monitor investment advisor compliance with those allocations
Support the IT team in system enhancements related to the DAF sponsor entity
Maintain and update organizational documents for DAF sponsor entity, including but not limited to the Investment Policy Statement and Gift Acceptance Policy
Maintain and update processes and procedures related to DAF activity including but not limited to cash management, investment operations, and investment accounting
Support creation of entity level and DAF level financial statements and statement delivery and communication process for a variety of stakeholders
Support creation and dissemination of investment performance reports for a variety of stakeholders
Other Responsibilities
Assist the Treasury Managers with innovation initiatives related to Treasury as necessary
Oversee the work of accounting associates and staff accountants to ensure compliance with established processes and controls
Pull selections and perform internal testing to assist with the annual audit for each Managed Organization
Encourage and lead team learning activities, focused on the development of technical skills for junior staff necessary to provide high quality service to a diverse portfolio of clients
Work with Treasury Managers regarding personnel decision making for reporting business cycle
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Experience participating in the management of donor-advised funds and/or philanthropic operations, systems, and grant programs
Fund accounting experience and experience recording various investment activities, with an understanding of multiple investment types and their GAAP fair market value recording
3-5 years of direct client service experience, in any multifaceted, complex environment
Project management experience with cross team partners
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze financial data and communicate information to various stakeholders for decision-making
Ability to manage and meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work within multi-functional teams
Ability to anticipate service challenges and proactively address them
Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit management or consulting
Excellent skills using Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics
Experience or interest in charitable investments
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
Working with Us
While this position must be based in Durham, NC or Washington, DC Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-93,000
DC range $85,000-$105,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Apr 06, 2023
Full time
Senior Treasury and Fund Accountant, Managed Organizations Finance (Durham, NC or Washington, DC) Essential Responsibilities
Record monthly investment activity for a variety of publicly traded and privately held investments using Arabella’s internal investment accounting and general ledger software
Prepare/review monthly cash and investment account reconciliations Assist in project management of ongoing DAF investment process creation and strategy Coordinate with investment advisor(s) to onboard DAFs, support creation of asset allocation for new portfolios, and monitor investment advisor compliance with those allocations
Support the IT team in system enhancements related to the DAF sponsor entity
Maintain and update organizational documents for DAF sponsor entity, including but not limited to the Investment Policy Statement and Gift Acceptance Policy
Maintain and update processes and procedures related to DAF activity including but not limited to cash management, investment operations, and investment accounting
Support creation of entity level and DAF level financial statements and statement delivery and communication process for a variety of stakeholders
Support creation and dissemination of investment performance reports for a variety of stakeholders
Other Responsibilities
Assist the Treasury Managers with innovation initiatives related to Treasury as necessary
Oversee the work of accounting associates and staff accountants to ensure compliance with established processes and controls
Pull selections and perform internal testing to assist with the annual audit for each Managed Organization
Encourage and lead team learning activities, focused on the development of technical skills for junior staff necessary to provide high quality service to a diverse portfolio of clients
Work with Treasury Managers regarding personnel decision making for reporting business cycle
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Experience participating in the management of donor-advised funds and/or philanthropic operations, systems, and grant programs
Fund accounting experience and experience recording various investment activities, with an understanding of multiple investment types and their GAAP fair market value recording
3-5 years of direct client service experience, in any multifaceted, complex environment
Project management experience with cross team partners
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze financial data and communicate information to various stakeholders for decision-making
Ability to manage and meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work within multi-functional teams
Ability to anticipate service challenges and proactively address them
Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit management or consulting
Excellent skills using Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics
Experience or interest in charitable investments
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
Working with Us
While this position must be based in Durham, NC or Washington, DC Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-93,000
DC range $85,000-$105,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Associate Director, Managed Organizations (Durham, NC; Chicago, IL; or Washington, DC) An experienced operations professional with strong project management skills who will manage a portfolio of nonprofit projects to ensure they have the back-office infrastructure necessary to meet their programmatic goals Associate Directors on the Managed Organizations (MO) team project manage -- and provide operational expertise to -- the nonprofit organizations Arabella manages that serve as fiscal sponsors, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4).
These managed nonprofit organizations house new and innovative public interest projects -- many focused on conservation, global health, and civic engagement -- as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. MO team members are deeply passionate about the role that smooth, efficient back-office organizational operations play in achieving social impact.
Our colleagues are experienced and skilled in areas like non-profit (c3) and (c4) compliance, budgeting and finance, human resources, technology, and project management. Associate Directors play a central role as conductors of these projects – ensuring all the pieces flow together smoothly and that the projects have the infrastructure needed to meet their strategic and programmatic goals. As an example, advocacy-focused projects are a growing component of our work, so this would be a great role for someone interested in gaining experience in the operations and compliance side of nonprofit advocacy initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities
Project Management and Oversight (80-85%)
Serve as a project manager for a portfolio of 6-10 projects, providing oversight and team management. Teams vary by project and are usually comprised of one project manager supported by one to three junior staff with oversight by one to two senior staff
Deftly manage multiple deadlines and continuously ensure priorities align with needs and capabilities of all stakeholders: funders, grantees, and project team
Manage relationships between multiple stakeholders, including funders, programmatic staff, and grantees
Provide operational expertise and ensure the nonprofit client projects remain financially sound and compliant with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Conduct due diligence on the nonprofits’ outgoing grants and manage reporting and deadlines on incoming grants
Recognize when and how to engage specialists in your projects, such as the compliance and financial analysis teams
Understand basic advocacy and lobbying regulations to ensure your portfolio of projects adheres to best practices in tracking and monitoring all activities to ensure compliance with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Ensure project data is accurately maintained within a customized Salesforce platform
Other Responsibilities (15-20%)
Contribute to the team and organization’s significant year-over-year growth by innovating our operations and processes
Participate in training and learning activities throughout the year
Support new business development by meeting with potential clients, evaluating projects, and developing collateral, proposals and budgets
As a project manager, contribute to professional growth and satisfaction of early career staff by providing appropriate direction, support, guidance and mentorship on project work and by promoting a firm culture that centers diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); develop and share relevant skills and
issue-area expertise
As needed, supervise and help develop 3-5 Program Assistants, Program Associates, and/or Program Managers
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Relevant operations experience, for example in finance, HR, compliance, legal, or another related area, in the philanthropic, nonprofit, or business sectors. Familiarity and/or experience working within a fiscal sponsorship structure is a huge plus
Some experience with budgeting, forecasting, and/or reviewing nonprofit financial statements
Strong project management and stakeholder management skills to drive projects from ideation to completion, including the ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously, oversee and delegate to team members, build positive relationships with a range of philanthropic clients, and meet deadlines
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others, for example, saying no to a non-compliant client request and leveraging your creativity and team member expertise to find a new solution
Proven ability to work inclusively with diverse teams, audiences, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals, including excellent teamwork, relationship building, and customer service
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
An appreciation for efficient processes and a desire to improve them
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
Working with Us While this position must be based in Durham, NC, Chicago, IL or Washington, DC, Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team
Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-$85,000
Chicago range $80,000-$90,000
DC range $85,000-$95,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
How to Apply Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Apr 05, 2023
Full time
Associate Director, Managed Organizations (Durham, NC; Chicago, IL; or Washington, DC) An experienced operations professional with strong project management skills who will manage a portfolio of nonprofit projects to ensure they have the back-office infrastructure necessary to meet their programmatic goals Associate Directors on the Managed Organizations (MO) team project manage -- and provide operational expertise to -- the nonprofit organizations Arabella manages that serve as fiscal sponsors, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4).
These managed nonprofit organizations house new and innovative public interest projects -- many focused on conservation, global health, and civic engagement -- as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. MO team members are deeply passionate about the role that smooth, efficient back-office organizational operations play in achieving social impact.
Our colleagues are experienced and skilled in areas like non-profit (c3) and (c4) compliance, budgeting and finance, human resources, technology, and project management. Associate Directors play a central role as conductors of these projects – ensuring all the pieces flow together smoothly and that the projects have the infrastructure needed to meet their strategic and programmatic goals. As an example, advocacy-focused projects are a growing component of our work, so this would be a great role for someone interested in gaining experience in the operations and compliance side of nonprofit advocacy initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities
Project Management and Oversight (80-85%)
Serve as a project manager for a portfolio of 6-10 projects, providing oversight and team management. Teams vary by project and are usually comprised of one project manager supported by one to three junior staff with oversight by one to two senior staff
Deftly manage multiple deadlines and continuously ensure priorities align with needs and capabilities of all stakeholders: funders, grantees, and project team
Manage relationships between multiple stakeholders, including funders, programmatic staff, and grantees
Provide operational expertise and ensure the nonprofit client projects remain financially sound and compliant with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Conduct due diligence on the nonprofits’ outgoing grants and manage reporting and deadlines on incoming grants
Recognize when and how to engage specialists in your projects, such as the compliance and financial analysis teams
Understand basic advocacy and lobbying regulations to ensure your portfolio of projects adheres to best practices in tracking and monitoring all activities to ensure compliance with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Ensure project data is accurately maintained within a customized Salesforce platform
Other Responsibilities (15-20%)
Contribute to the team and organization’s significant year-over-year growth by innovating our operations and processes
Participate in training and learning activities throughout the year
Support new business development by meeting with potential clients, evaluating projects, and developing collateral, proposals and budgets
As a project manager, contribute to professional growth and satisfaction of early career staff by providing appropriate direction, support, guidance and mentorship on project work and by promoting a firm culture that centers diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); develop and share relevant skills and
issue-area expertise
As needed, supervise and help develop 3-5 Program Assistants, Program Associates, and/or Program Managers
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Relevant operations experience, for example in finance, HR, compliance, legal, or another related area, in the philanthropic, nonprofit, or business sectors. Familiarity and/or experience working within a fiscal sponsorship structure is a huge plus
Some experience with budgeting, forecasting, and/or reviewing nonprofit financial statements
Strong project management and stakeholder management skills to drive projects from ideation to completion, including the ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously, oversee and delegate to team members, build positive relationships with a range of philanthropic clients, and meet deadlines
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others, for example, saying no to a non-compliant client request and leveraging your creativity and team member expertise to find a new solution
Proven ability to work inclusively with diverse teams, audiences, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals, including excellent teamwork, relationship building, and customer service
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
An appreciation for efficient processes and a desire to improve them
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
Working with Us While this position must be based in Durham, NC, Chicago, IL or Washington, DC, Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team
Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-$85,000
Chicago range $80,000-$90,000
DC range $85,000-$95,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
How to Apply Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Resolution Project
370 Lexington Ave #302, New York, NY 10017
Position Title: Development Manager
Location: Resolution Headquarters at 370 Lexington Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY
Classification: Exempt, full-time
Reporting To: Director of Development
Start Date: Immediate
Salary Range: $71,000-77,000
Work Environment: Hybrid (one or two days a week in-office)
About Resolution Project
At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change.
The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow.
Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of nearly 600 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 85 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities.
Position Summary
The Development Manager will work closely with the Development & Communications department, the Development Committee of the Board, and the CEO to assist in executing day-to-day fundraising operations of the organization for events, individual, and institutional donors with a focus on engagement activities with foundations and corporations. This role will help strengthen, maintain, and grow the organization’s support by collaborating with the Director of Development in the execution of Resolution Project’s donor cultivation and stewardship strategies, focusing much of their time on helping to identify, solicit, and steward foundation and corporate gifts. We are looking for someone who is excited about this work, will bring an entrepreneurial spirit, and will contribute to the creative growth of Resolution as a thought partner to the Director of Development. The ideal candidate will be an experienced and skilled writer, a strong project manager, an excellent communicator, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines and adapt to changing needs and opportunities. The role will also require the candidate to develop a deep understanding of Resolution’s programs and impact by collaborating with other staff and can develop innovative solutions to challenges.
The candidate must have a flexible schedule, and be prepared to join phone and in-person meetings earlier and later than regular business hours, including some weekends.
Key Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with organizational leadership, professional staff, and volunteers to support fundraising goals and organizational growth as follows:
Development Coordinator Management
- Manage full-time Development Coordinator and take part in the hiring process for this new position.
Prospect Research and Donor Cultivation
- Research and identify corporate and foundation prospects and opportunities.
- Collaborate with the Development team and other departments to develop outreach, engagement, and solicitation strategies.
- Assist in researching and identifying conferences, events, and other opportunities to generate new institutional and individual donor leads.
- Attend and participate in donor/funder cultivation meetings alongside the Director of Development and other relevant staff, as needed.
Grant Writing and Management
- Manage the grant submission process, including collection and synthesis of data, completion of proposals, tracking, reporting, and corresponding with foundation and corporate donors.
- Serve as the primary writer on all grant proposals, requests, pitch decks, concept notes, and reports to foundations.
- Cross-departmental collaboration to collect relevant program data, organizational documents and information, and financial records to ensure accurate information is transmitted in all funder communications.
- Engage in strategic planning around funding alignment, including plans for increasing gifts from current donors and multi-year grants.
- Carefully track donor and grant information in the Salesforce database.
Institutional Relationship Management
- Support strategic donor outreach and communications, and maintain regular correspondence with key funding representatives.
- Attend in-person and virtual meetings with corporate and foundation staff members to cultivate and steward relationships, leveraging support from other staff where necessary.
- Connect existing and prospective institutional partners to engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate internally within the Development department, and across departments (primarily with the Programs team), to plan and organize events with partners to spread the word about Resolution Project.
- Assist in the development of engaging funder collateral.
Individual Donor Cultivation and Stewardship
- Collaborate with the Development team to steward existing donors throughout the year including implementation of an annual gift renewal plan/process, spring Giving Amplified campaign, and End of Year campaign.
- Manage the development and implementation of a comprehensive cultivation and stewardship plan for individual donors, including a calendar of touchpoints and personalized outreach.
- Assist in developing and implementing innovative email campaigns, social media fundraising, and other donor communications in partnership with the Communications Manager.
Volunteer Management and Engagement
- Support the development and rollout of a more streamlined volunteer engagement process in partnership with the Development and Program teams.
- Help drive and manage organization-wide efforts to build community among volunteers with a focus on increasing giving among them.
Event Support
- Support the Director of Development with the planning and execution of special events including donor cultivation and solicitation events and annual fundraising events (Resolve Gala and Young Leaders Now Awards Dinner).
- Secure, manage, and track event sponsorships.
- Support communications efforts by ensuring volunteers are equipped with campaign, event, and fundraising tools they can use for outreach to their networks.
- Collaborate with the Development and Program teams to plan and execute events for Resolution Project’s volunteer community.
Other Related Duties, As Requested
Qualifications
- 5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
- Ability to work well independently, with a high level of professionalism and good interpersonal skills to also work in collaboration with other staff, volunteers, and external partners from a variety of different backgrounds.
- Commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Learning (outlined here in our DEI statement: https://resolutionproject.org/deistatement/).
- Ability to handle sensitive information about donors, team members, Resolution Fellows, methodologies, etc. with discretion and good judgment.
- Computer literacy, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
- Familiarity/experience with Salesforce or other CRM (training available).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Commitment to protecting young people from abuse, per Resolution’s Youth Protection Policy.
- Resolution requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO-authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). Resolution abides by each state’s requirements and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask a team member more about this requirement.
Preferred
- Prior staff management experience.
- Prior stakeholder/relationship management experience.
- Passionate about young people making an impact, and a commitment to social change and social entrepreneurship.
Benefits
Resolution does our best to provide a competitive benefits package to our team. We have standard 35-hour work weeks with the ability to schedule to work half-day Fridays year-round. Full-time Resolution staff members have access to a range of health plans as well as coverage for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 100% paid for full-time staff. Full-time staff also have access to generous paid time off, a 401k match, and robust professional development opportunities. In addition, employees may opt into FSA, HSA, transit check, and other voluntary insurance policies.
To apply
https://resolutionproject.pinpointhq.com/postings/d586e492-6999-4006-91c8-0d12cb03beb7
No emails or phone calls, please
Resolution is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not engage in and prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, sex or gender (including pregnancy), LGBTQ+ status or sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital or partnership status, veteran status, military service status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law.
Mar 31, 2023
Full time
Position Title: Development Manager
Location: Resolution Headquarters at 370 Lexington Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY
Classification: Exempt, full-time
Reporting To: Director of Development
Start Date: Immediate
Salary Range: $71,000-77,000
Work Environment: Hybrid (one or two days a week in-office)
About Resolution Project
At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change.
The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow.
Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of nearly 600 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 85 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities.
Position Summary
The Development Manager will work closely with the Development & Communications department, the Development Committee of the Board, and the CEO to assist in executing day-to-day fundraising operations of the organization for events, individual, and institutional donors with a focus on engagement activities with foundations and corporations. This role will help strengthen, maintain, and grow the organization’s support by collaborating with the Director of Development in the execution of Resolution Project’s donor cultivation and stewardship strategies, focusing much of their time on helping to identify, solicit, and steward foundation and corporate gifts. We are looking for someone who is excited about this work, will bring an entrepreneurial spirit, and will contribute to the creative growth of Resolution as a thought partner to the Director of Development. The ideal candidate will be an experienced and skilled writer, a strong project manager, an excellent communicator, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines and adapt to changing needs and opportunities. The role will also require the candidate to develop a deep understanding of Resolution’s programs and impact by collaborating with other staff and can develop innovative solutions to challenges.
The candidate must have a flexible schedule, and be prepared to join phone and in-person meetings earlier and later than regular business hours, including some weekends.
Key Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with organizational leadership, professional staff, and volunteers to support fundraising goals and organizational growth as follows:
Development Coordinator Management
- Manage full-time Development Coordinator and take part in the hiring process for this new position.
Prospect Research and Donor Cultivation
- Research and identify corporate and foundation prospects and opportunities.
- Collaborate with the Development team and other departments to develop outreach, engagement, and solicitation strategies.
- Assist in researching and identifying conferences, events, and other opportunities to generate new institutional and individual donor leads.
- Attend and participate in donor/funder cultivation meetings alongside the Director of Development and other relevant staff, as needed.
Grant Writing and Management
- Manage the grant submission process, including collection and synthesis of data, completion of proposals, tracking, reporting, and corresponding with foundation and corporate donors.
- Serve as the primary writer on all grant proposals, requests, pitch decks, concept notes, and reports to foundations.
- Cross-departmental collaboration to collect relevant program data, organizational documents and information, and financial records to ensure accurate information is transmitted in all funder communications.
- Engage in strategic planning around funding alignment, including plans for increasing gifts from current donors and multi-year grants.
- Carefully track donor and grant information in the Salesforce database.
Institutional Relationship Management
- Support strategic donor outreach and communications, and maintain regular correspondence with key funding representatives.
- Attend in-person and virtual meetings with corporate and foundation staff members to cultivate and steward relationships, leveraging support from other staff where necessary.
- Connect existing and prospective institutional partners to engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate internally within the Development department, and across departments (primarily with the Programs team), to plan and organize events with partners to spread the word about Resolution Project.
- Assist in the development of engaging funder collateral.
Individual Donor Cultivation and Stewardship
- Collaborate with the Development team to steward existing donors throughout the year including implementation of an annual gift renewal plan/process, spring Giving Amplified campaign, and End of Year campaign.
- Manage the development and implementation of a comprehensive cultivation and stewardship plan for individual donors, including a calendar of touchpoints and personalized outreach.
- Assist in developing and implementing innovative email campaigns, social media fundraising, and other donor communications in partnership with the Communications Manager.
Volunteer Management and Engagement
- Support the development and rollout of a more streamlined volunteer engagement process in partnership with the Development and Program teams.
- Help drive and manage organization-wide efforts to build community among volunteers with a focus on increasing giving among them.
Event Support
- Support the Director of Development with the planning and execution of special events including donor cultivation and solicitation events and annual fundraising events (Resolve Gala and Young Leaders Now Awards Dinner).
- Secure, manage, and track event sponsorships.
- Support communications efforts by ensuring volunteers are equipped with campaign, event, and fundraising tools they can use for outreach to their networks.
- Collaborate with the Development and Program teams to plan and execute events for Resolution Project’s volunteer community.
Other Related Duties, As Requested
Qualifications
- 5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
- Ability to work well independently, with a high level of professionalism and good interpersonal skills to also work in collaboration with other staff, volunteers, and external partners from a variety of different backgrounds.
- Commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Learning (outlined here in our DEI statement: https://resolutionproject.org/deistatement/).
- Ability to handle sensitive information about donors, team members, Resolution Fellows, methodologies, etc. with discretion and good judgment.
- Computer literacy, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
- Familiarity/experience with Salesforce or other CRM (training available).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Commitment to protecting young people from abuse, per Resolution’s Youth Protection Policy.
- Resolution requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO-authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). Resolution abides by each state’s requirements and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask a team member more about this requirement.
Preferred
- Prior staff management experience.
- Prior stakeholder/relationship management experience.
- Passionate about young people making an impact, and a commitment to social change and social entrepreneurship.
Benefits
Resolution does our best to provide a competitive benefits package to our team. We have standard 35-hour work weeks with the ability to schedule to work half-day Fridays year-round. Full-time Resolution staff members have access to a range of health plans as well as coverage for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 100% paid for full-time staff. Full-time staff also have access to generous paid time off, a 401k match, and robust professional development opportunities. In addition, employees may opt into FSA, HSA, transit check, and other voluntary insurance policies.
To apply
https://resolutionproject.pinpointhq.com/postings/d586e492-6999-4006-91c8-0d12cb03beb7
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Resolution is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not engage in and prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, sex or gender (including pregnancy), LGBTQ+ status or sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital or partnership status, veteran status, military service status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law.
Senior Director, Knowledge Management and Learning, Managed Organizations (Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Durham, NC, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA) We are seeking someone who wants to take on a brand-new role building knowledge management and learning capabilities for a social impact business where staff expertise is the main ingredient of success. This position sits within Arabella’s Managed Organization’s team, which provides fiscal sponsorship services to nonprofit entities a related client projects working across the globe. Building upon existing structures, this leader will design and implement scalable strategies, processes, and systems to ensure dissemination of information to the right people at the right time. A leader in this role will be critical to improving the employee experience by paving the road for MO team members at all levels to manage their complex operational roles and grow in their careers. This role is key to ensuring we continue to make a significant and meaningful impact within the philanthropic sector in partnership with our clients. This role’s primary initial goal will be to set the priorities and strategies for the aggregation and dissemination of information, while jumping in mid-stride to improve existing efforts. This role’s incumbent will have the opportunity to build a team of specialists to support the execution of these priorities but will be initially supported by team members who have capacity dedicated to knowledge management and learning. Additionally, this leader will be supported by IT and the firmwide L&D leader in HR. This role will report to the head of team operations. This role is for a builder, scaler, and change-maker who is ready to work with a diverse set of stakeholders within Arabella and with our clients from across the philanthropic sector. Experience in knowledge management and adult/professional learning is needed. Essential Responsibilities
General Strategy
Develop and implement a strategy – with success metrics – that integrates knowledge management and learning and addresses key gaps in both.
Connect the strategy to the firm’s and MO business’ strategies and model, including anticipating and acting on future business needs that a knowledge management and learning strategy will need to address.
Lead change management initiatives related to the knowledge management and learning strategies, including for MO staff, the IT team, the Business Development team, and clients.
Develop and implement a budget, along with business cases for investment of funds.
Build, manage, and support knowledge management and learning teams to drive the outcomes of the knowledge management and learning strategies and related functions.
Identify, recommend, and lead the build-out of relevant IT systems.
Build the roster of, work in partnership with, and manage external consultants to support the advancement of the knowledge management and learning strategies.
Participate in knowledge management and learning communities of practice across the firm.
Knowledge Management Leadership
Identify needed team and role competencies necessary to achieve business outcomes, and develop a functional and related knowledge management program.
Implement knowledge management and sharing processes and systems that increase knowledge availability, through the lens of self-service and self-sufficiency.
Partner with internal teams to identify knowledge that team members need to know throughout different stages in their employee lifecycle and make it accessible.
Work across MO to develop and implement tools, reports, dashboards and databases that will improve program, technical and operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Improve the ease that knowledge is distributed and searchable across MO.
Develop and implement guidelines and expectations for how the team creates, maintains, and accesses knowledge and resources.
Identify best knowledge management practices and leverage existing technology (e.g., SharePoint, Salesforce) or secure new technology to create new and better systems and business intelligence forums.
Engage staff as active participants in updating knowledge management systems and processes with relevant information.
Support subject matter experts in distributing their specialized knowledge across MO.
Implement processes and technology systems that minimize continuity disruptions caused by institutional and project knowledge leaving when team members depart.
Support coordination of how MO business policies and processes are changed and shared.
Learning and Development Leadership
Identify needed role competencies within the team necessary to achieve business outcomes, and develop a team-based learning program to support staff development.
Develop a structure that best positions staff to develop the skills that are appropriate to their role and where they are in their Managed Organization’s career lifecycle.
Create an efficient and effective onboarding program that targets optimizing new team members in their roles as quickly as reasonable.
Develop and manage skills training for team members by level and services provided.
Build curricula to ensure staff at all levels have the right knowledge and skills to competently deliver core services.
Develop and leverage experiential learning programs– including shadowing, role playing, and sandboxing – to increase learning outcomes.
Work the firmwide learning and development (L&D) leader in the usage of and further development of our learning management system (LMS).
Use self-service (including within the LMS and across other available technology solutions) and interventions (e.g., video training, flow charts) to systematize and foster efficient learning.
Create a development pathway, in coordination with HR, that clarifies how a team member can grow from level to level.
Develop and convey effective learning and development standard operating procedures working within the firmwide blended L&D function.
Share adult learning and facilitation expertise with those team members responsible for MO training.
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor’s; Graduate Degree Preferred in knowledge management, Six-Sigma, process improvement, learning and development, and/or adult/professional learning.
8-10+ years of work experience with steadily increasing responsibility.
Experience in a professional service environment preferred.
Experience in the nonprofit or social sectors preferred.
Experience in designing, implementing, and leading knowledge management and learning strategies, including related interventions and programs.
Experience in knowledge management and learning best practices and technologies.
Ability to lead and deliver complex projects, manage budgets.
Experience leading transformational changes and effectively advocating for new ideas.
Experience scaling a team and function.
Experience leading a function in a 250-500 person organization.
Exposure to user experience design.
Ability to manage and lead complex projects, manage budgets, oversee and delegate to others, and meet deadlines.
Ability to manage various stakeholder groups and be a collaborative partner.
Good active listening skills and a willingness to engage with people on a regular basis.
Salesforce and SharePoint experience.
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to effectively guide teams to achieve service standards and carry out strategy, and identify service offering gaps and recommend and/or drive improvements.
The ability to manage resources across team to ensure projects and goals are achieved, approve work plan changes and final deliverables, and communicate projects’ progress with critical stakeholders
The ability to establish and manage effective relationships with diverse stakeholders across the firm, including executive-level colleagues, and to foster a culture of courteous professional interactions
The ability to effectively communicate critical firm-wide messages, and to lead others in managing challenging conversations and developing complex communication skills
The ability to model and foster a team-wide culture of inclusion, collaboration, and knowledge sharing; to demonstrate and model appreciation for significant team contributions; and to mediate challenging interpersonal conflicts
The ability to regularly engage in leadership development activities, and lead firm-wide initiatives that improve firm-wide learning
The ability to foster a team culture that encourages creative problem solving, and to ensure teams have resources and training to overcome complex challenges
The ability to take initiative for creating an inclusive environment and model and implement equitable policies, practices, systems, or strategies
About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $110,000-$123,000
Chicago range $115,000-$130,000
DC range $122,000-$137,000
NY range $132,000-$148,000
SF range $132,000-$148,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off-18 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
Working with Us
While this position must be based in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Durham, NC, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA, please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and, except in rare circumstances considered on a case-by-case basis, all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Feb 28, 2023
Full time
Senior Director, Knowledge Management and Learning, Managed Organizations (Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Durham, NC, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA) We are seeking someone who wants to take on a brand-new role building knowledge management and learning capabilities for a social impact business where staff expertise is the main ingredient of success. This position sits within Arabella’s Managed Organization’s team, which provides fiscal sponsorship services to nonprofit entities a related client projects working across the globe. Building upon existing structures, this leader will design and implement scalable strategies, processes, and systems to ensure dissemination of information to the right people at the right time. A leader in this role will be critical to improving the employee experience by paving the road for MO team members at all levels to manage their complex operational roles and grow in their careers. This role is key to ensuring we continue to make a significant and meaningful impact within the philanthropic sector in partnership with our clients. This role’s primary initial goal will be to set the priorities and strategies for the aggregation and dissemination of information, while jumping in mid-stride to improve existing efforts. This role’s incumbent will have the opportunity to build a team of specialists to support the execution of these priorities but will be initially supported by team members who have capacity dedicated to knowledge management and learning. Additionally, this leader will be supported by IT and the firmwide L&D leader in HR. This role will report to the head of team operations. This role is for a builder, scaler, and change-maker who is ready to work with a diverse set of stakeholders within Arabella and with our clients from across the philanthropic sector. Experience in knowledge management and adult/professional learning is needed. Essential Responsibilities
General Strategy
Develop and implement a strategy – with success metrics – that integrates knowledge management and learning and addresses key gaps in both.
Connect the strategy to the firm’s and MO business’ strategies and model, including anticipating and acting on future business needs that a knowledge management and learning strategy will need to address.
Lead change management initiatives related to the knowledge management and learning strategies, including for MO staff, the IT team, the Business Development team, and clients.
Develop and implement a budget, along with business cases for investment of funds.
Build, manage, and support knowledge management and learning teams to drive the outcomes of the knowledge management and learning strategies and related functions.
Identify, recommend, and lead the build-out of relevant IT systems.
Build the roster of, work in partnership with, and manage external consultants to support the advancement of the knowledge management and learning strategies.
Participate in knowledge management and learning communities of practice across the firm.
Knowledge Management Leadership
Identify needed team and role competencies necessary to achieve business outcomes, and develop a functional and related knowledge management program.
Implement knowledge management and sharing processes and systems that increase knowledge availability, through the lens of self-service and self-sufficiency.
Partner with internal teams to identify knowledge that team members need to know throughout different stages in their employee lifecycle and make it accessible.
Work across MO to develop and implement tools, reports, dashboards and databases that will improve program, technical and operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Improve the ease that knowledge is distributed and searchable across MO.
Develop and implement guidelines and expectations for how the team creates, maintains, and accesses knowledge and resources.
Identify best knowledge management practices and leverage existing technology (e.g., SharePoint, Salesforce) or secure new technology to create new and better systems and business intelligence forums.
Engage staff as active participants in updating knowledge management systems and processes with relevant information.
Support subject matter experts in distributing their specialized knowledge across MO.
Implement processes and technology systems that minimize continuity disruptions caused by institutional and project knowledge leaving when team members depart.
Support coordination of how MO business policies and processes are changed and shared.
Learning and Development Leadership
Identify needed role competencies within the team necessary to achieve business outcomes, and develop a team-based learning program to support staff development.
Develop a structure that best positions staff to develop the skills that are appropriate to their role and where they are in their Managed Organization’s career lifecycle.
Create an efficient and effective onboarding program that targets optimizing new team members in their roles as quickly as reasonable.
Develop and manage skills training for team members by level and services provided.
Build curricula to ensure staff at all levels have the right knowledge and skills to competently deliver core services.
Develop and leverage experiential learning programs– including shadowing, role playing, and sandboxing – to increase learning outcomes.
Work the firmwide learning and development (L&D) leader in the usage of and further development of our learning management system (LMS).
Use self-service (including within the LMS and across other available technology solutions) and interventions (e.g., video training, flow charts) to systematize and foster efficient learning.
Create a development pathway, in coordination with HR, that clarifies how a team member can grow from level to level.
Develop and convey effective learning and development standard operating procedures working within the firmwide blended L&D function.
Share adult learning and facilitation expertise with those team members responsible for MO training.
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor’s; Graduate Degree Preferred in knowledge management, Six-Sigma, process improvement, learning and development, and/or adult/professional learning.
8-10+ years of work experience with steadily increasing responsibility.
Experience in a professional service environment preferred.
Experience in the nonprofit or social sectors preferred.
Experience in designing, implementing, and leading knowledge management and learning strategies, including related interventions and programs.
Experience in knowledge management and learning best practices and technologies.
Ability to lead and deliver complex projects, manage budgets.
Experience leading transformational changes and effectively advocating for new ideas.
Experience scaling a team and function.
Experience leading a function in a 250-500 person organization.
Exposure to user experience design.
Ability to manage and lead complex projects, manage budgets, oversee and delegate to others, and meet deadlines.
Ability to manage various stakeholder groups and be a collaborative partner.
Good active listening skills and a willingness to engage with people on a regular basis.
Salesforce and SharePoint experience.
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to effectively guide teams to achieve service standards and carry out strategy, and identify service offering gaps and recommend and/or drive improvements.
The ability to manage resources across team to ensure projects and goals are achieved, approve work plan changes and final deliverables, and communicate projects’ progress with critical stakeholders
The ability to establish and manage effective relationships with diverse stakeholders across the firm, including executive-level colleagues, and to foster a culture of courteous professional interactions
The ability to effectively communicate critical firm-wide messages, and to lead others in managing challenging conversations and developing complex communication skills
The ability to model and foster a team-wide culture of inclusion, collaboration, and knowledge sharing; to demonstrate and model appreciation for significant team contributions; and to mediate challenging interpersonal conflicts
The ability to regularly engage in leadership development activities, and lead firm-wide initiatives that improve firm-wide learning
The ability to foster a team culture that encourages creative problem solving, and to ensure teams have resources and training to overcome complex challenges
The ability to take initiative for creating an inclusive environment and model and implement equitable policies, practices, systems, or strategies
About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $110,000-$123,000
Chicago range $115,000-$130,000
DC range $122,000-$137,000
NY range $132,000-$148,000
SF range $132,000-$148,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off-18 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
Working with Us
While this position must be based in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Durham, NC, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA, please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and, except in rare circumstances considered on a case-by-case basis, all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Associate Director, Managed Organizations (Durham, NC; Chicago, IL; or Washington, DC) An experienced operations professional with strong project management skills who will manage a portfolio of nonprofit projects to ensure they have the back-office infrastructure necessary to meet their programmatic goals Associate Directors on the Managed Organizations (MO) team project manage -- and provide operational expertise to -- the nonprofit organizations Arabella manages that serve as fiscal sponsors, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed nonprofit organizations house new and innovative public interest projects -- many focused on conservation, global health, and civic engagement -- as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. MO team members are deeply passionate about the role that smooth, efficient back-office organizational operations play in achieving social impact. Our colleagues are experienced and skilled in areas like non-profit (c3) and (c4) compliance, budgeting and finance, human resources, technology, and project management. Associate Directors play a central role as conductors of these projects – ensuring all the pieces flow together smoothly and that the projects have the infrastructure needed to meet their strategic and programmatic goals. As an example, advocacy-focused projects are a growing component of our work, so this would be a great role for someone interested in gaining experience in the operations and compliance side of nonprofit advocacy initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities
Project Management and Oversight (80-85%)
Serve as a project manager for a portfolio of 6-10 projects, providing oversight and team management. Teams vary by project and are usually comprised of one project manager supported by one to three junior staff with oversight by one to two senior staff
Deftly manage multiple deadlines and continuously ensure priorities align with needs and capabilities of all stakeholders: funders, grantees, and project team
Manage relationships between multiple stakeholders, including funders, programmatic staff, and grantees
Provide operational expertise and ensure the nonprofit client projects remain financially sound and compliant with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Conduct due diligence on the nonprofits’ outgoing grants and manage reporting and deadlines on incoming grants
Recognize when and how to engage specialists in your projects, such as the compliance and financial analysis teams
Understand basic advocacy and lobbying regulations to ensure your portfolio of projects adheres to best practices in tracking and monitoring all activities to ensure compliance with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Ensure project data is accurately maintained within a customized Salesforce platform
Other Responsibilities (15-20%)
Contribute to the team and organization’s significant year-over-year growth by innovating our operations and processes
Participate in training and learning activities throughout the year
Support new business development by meeting with potential clients, evaluating projects, and developing collateral, proposals and budgets
As a project manager, contribute to professional growth and satisfaction of early career staff by providing appropriate direction, support, guidance and mentorship on project work and by promoting a firm culture that centers diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); develop and share relevant skills and
issue-area expertise
As needed, supervise and help develop 3-5 Program Assistants, Program Associates, and/or Program Managers
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Relevant operations experience, for example in finance, HR, compliance, legal, or another related area, in the philanthropic, nonprofit, or business sectors. Familiarity and/or experience working within a fiscal sponsorship structure is a huge plus
Some experience with budgeting, forecasting, and/or reviewing nonprofit financial statements
Strong project management and stakeholder management skills to drive projects from ideation to completion, including the ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously, oversee and delegate to team members, build positive relationships with a range of philanthropic clients, and meet deadlines
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others, for example, saying no to a non-compliant client request and leveraging your creativity and team member expertise to find a new solution
Proven ability to work inclusively with diverse teams, audiences, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals, including excellent teamwork, relationship building, and customer service
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
An appreciation for efficient processes and a desire to improve them
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-$85,000
Chicago range $80,000-$90,000
DC range $85,000-$95,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
Working with Us While this position must be based in Durham, NC, Chicago, IL or Washington, DC, Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. How to Apply Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Feb 28, 2023
Full time
Associate Director, Managed Organizations (Durham, NC; Chicago, IL; or Washington, DC) An experienced operations professional with strong project management skills who will manage a portfolio of nonprofit projects to ensure they have the back-office infrastructure necessary to meet their programmatic goals Associate Directors on the Managed Organizations (MO) team project manage -- and provide operational expertise to -- the nonprofit organizations Arabella manages that serve as fiscal sponsors, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed nonprofit organizations house new and innovative public interest projects -- many focused on conservation, global health, and civic engagement -- as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. MO team members are deeply passionate about the role that smooth, efficient back-office organizational operations play in achieving social impact. Our colleagues are experienced and skilled in areas like non-profit (c3) and (c4) compliance, budgeting and finance, human resources, technology, and project management. Associate Directors play a central role as conductors of these projects – ensuring all the pieces flow together smoothly and that the projects have the infrastructure needed to meet their strategic and programmatic goals. As an example, advocacy-focused projects are a growing component of our work, so this would be a great role for someone interested in gaining experience in the operations and compliance side of nonprofit advocacy initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities
Project Management and Oversight (80-85%)
Serve as a project manager for a portfolio of 6-10 projects, providing oversight and team management. Teams vary by project and are usually comprised of one project manager supported by one to three junior staff with oversight by one to two senior staff
Deftly manage multiple deadlines and continuously ensure priorities align with needs and capabilities of all stakeholders: funders, grantees, and project team
Manage relationships between multiple stakeholders, including funders, programmatic staff, and grantees
Provide operational expertise and ensure the nonprofit client projects remain financially sound and compliant with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Conduct due diligence on the nonprofits’ outgoing grants and manage reporting and deadlines on incoming grants
Recognize when and how to engage specialists in your projects, such as the compliance and financial analysis teams
Understand basic advocacy and lobbying regulations to ensure your portfolio of projects adheres to best practices in tracking and monitoring all activities to ensure compliance with IRS, federal, and state regulations
Ensure project data is accurately maintained within a customized Salesforce platform
Other Responsibilities (15-20%)
Contribute to the team and organization’s significant year-over-year growth by innovating our operations and processes
Participate in training and learning activities throughout the year
Support new business development by meeting with potential clients, evaluating projects, and developing collateral, proposals and budgets
As a project manager, contribute to professional growth and satisfaction of early career staff by providing appropriate direction, support, guidance and mentorship on project work and by promoting a firm culture that centers diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); develop and share relevant skills and
issue-area expertise
As needed, supervise and help develop 3-5 Program Assistants, Program Associates, and/or Program Managers
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Relevant operations experience, for example in finance, HR, compliance, legal, or another related area, in the philanthropic, nonprofit, or business sectors. Familiarity and/or experience working within a fiscal sponsorship structure is a huge plus
Some experience with budgeting, forecasting, and/or reviewing nonprofit financial statements
Strong project management and stakeholder management skills to drive projects from ideation to completion, including the ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously, oversee and delegate to team members, build positive relationships with a range of philanthropic clients, and meet deadlines
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others, for example, saying no to a non-compliant client request and leveraging your creativity and team member expertise to find a new solution
Proven ability to work inclusively with diverse teams, audiences, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals, including excellent teamwork, relationship building, and customer service
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
An appreciation for efficient processes and a desire to improve them
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-$85,000
Chicago range $80,000-$90,000
DC range $85,000-$95,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
Working with Us While this position must be based in Durham, NC, Chicago, IL or Washington, DC, Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. How to Apply Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Application deadline : Feb. 27, 2023 at 5 p.m. MST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Anticipated start date: May 2023
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting and finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an opening for a director of finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. You’ll also take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is vital to the organization and its future.
We value all types of experience, including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, community relationships, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
What does this position entail?
Financial management (60 percent):
Oversee all financial functions, including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provide effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participate in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represent the organization to the financial community.
Oversee and supervise the organization's human resource systems involving payroll, such as insurance and other benefits.
Manage all records pertaining to contractors.
Assist in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Track the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants.
Assume responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assume responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serve on the senior leadership team and supervise finance staff.
Financial administration (30 percent):
Enter data into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produce quarterly statements for the finance
Work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provide monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC project managers.
Process depreciation schedules.
Manage cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversee the accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll systems.
Oversee the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Report on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculate payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during, and at the end of the year.
Provide all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintain license to conduct business in Arizona.
Compile the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepare a variety of financials and budgets for the board of trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conduct annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC.
Serve as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolve accounting variances and estimate monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Other (10 percent):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational trainings.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Required qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
You have experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
You can navigate financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have solid interpersonal skills, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our work across the Colorado Plateau.
You will embody the values of the Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You are committed to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and integrate your commitment into your work.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling and option to work from home
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four)
Two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan, plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico, with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, Arizona (you’ll need to travel to Flagstaff at least once a month).
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
How do I apply?
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@grandcanyontrust.org .
The Grand Canyon Trust is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We work actively to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of identity including but not limited to: Race, ethnicity, gender, parental status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
Feb 08, 2023
Full time
Application deadline : Feb. 27, 2023 at 5 p.m. MST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Anticipated start date: May 2023
Are you a dedicated, experienced accounting and finance professional looking to make a difference? Do you love working behind the scenes to help teams make financial decisions that make an impact? Do you have a burning desire to grow and maintain financial systems to achieve organizational sustainability? Do you create a compelling story with numbers — not in a book, but using financial data to bring it to life?
The Grand Canyon Trust has an opening for a director of finance to oversee its finance department. You'll manage a team of two and lead the annual budgeting and planning process with the executive director. You’ll also take ownership of and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and changes, and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. This position is vital to the organization and its future.
We value all types of experience, including but not limited to traditional knowledge, volunteer work, community relationships, school or coursework, community organizing, professional experience, transferable skills, and other related qualifications and skills.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
What does this position entail?
Financial management (60 percent):
Oversee all financial functions, including fixed asset management, accounting, budgeting, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Provide effective, practical financial controls through developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Actively participate in business management through accurate financial reporting and analysis of cash flows.
Represent the organization to the financial community.
Oversee and supervise the organization's human resource systems involving payroll, such as insurance and other benefits.
Manage all records pertaining to contractors.
Assist in the submission of all grant proposals concerning financials and budgets.
Track the budget for restrictive funding for development team grants.
Assume responsibility for the Trust's yearly audit and special projects.
Assume responsibility for financial affairs, financials, and audits for North Rim Ranch LLC (a Grand Canyon Trust subsidiary).
Serve on the senior leadership team and supervise finance staff.
Financial administration (30 percent):
Enter data into the general ledger system using restricted and budget formats for tracking.
Produce quarterly statements for the finance
Work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provide monthly budgeting information with actual revenue and expense statements for Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC project managers.
Process depreciation schedules.
Manage cash flow by forecasting and anticipating cash needs and managing short-term investments.
Oversee the accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll systems.
Oversee the accurate reporting of quarterly payroll tax reports, yearly W2s and 1099s.
Report on 1098 gift annuities.
Calculate payroll salaries at the beginning, any changes during, and at the end of the year.
Provide all financial information on grants to corporations and foundations.
Maintain license to conduct business in Arizona.
Compile the annual and mid-year budgets and inputs into the online accounting system.
Prepare a variety of financials and budgets for the board of trustees and its various committees as requested.
Conduct annual audits for the Grand Canyon Trust and North Rim Ranch LLC.
Serve as a corporate officer for the Grand Canyon Trust.
Resolve accounting variances and estimate monthly closing accruals.
Work closely with senior administrative and development staff to ensure compliance with all necessary federal and state policies and standards.
Other (10 percent):
Attend and participate in on- and off-site staff meetings, retreats, and organizational trainings.
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Required qualifications
You have significant previous experience in finance and accounting, or a related field, and/or a background in finance and accounting. CPA license preferred.
You have experience working with accounting systems and electronic payroll processing systems.
You can navigate financial reporting, budgeting, systems integration, and financial planning and analysis.
You’ve embedded mentorship into your leadership style and are motivated to develop your staff, focusing on their career needs and goals.
You have solid interpersonal skills, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, work effectively in a team environment, navigate crucial conversations, and facilitate joint problem-solving with the team.
You're a builder, a learner, and a leader – always looking for ways to sustainably manage our finances in support of accelerating our work across the Colorado Plateau.
You will embody the values of the Grand Canyon Trust, building trusting reciprocal relationships and collaborating across multiple perspectives and power dynamics.
You are committed to following the priorities and addressing the needs of Native and multicultural staff in your work and role as a leader.
You are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and integrate your commitment into your work.
The nitty gritty
Flexibility and paid time off
Flexible scheduling and option to work from home
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation in year one (three weeks in year two, and four in year four)
Two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums)
Four percent automatic employer contribution to 401K retirement plan, plus up to two percent match
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
Location
Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico, with a preference for proximity to Flagstaff, Arizona (you’ll need to travel to Flagstaff at least once a month).
Compensation
$70,655 - $106,526 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
COVID-19 precautions
COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
How do I apply?
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@grandcanyontrust.org .
The Grand Canyon Trust is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We work actively to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of identity including but not limited to: Race, ethnicity, gender, parental status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
This position can be based in our WRI Mexico, WRI London, or the United States office with remote-eligible where WRI is state registered or in the WRI Mexico office. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
The Global Restoration Initiative (GRI) works with governments and international partners to inspire, enable and implement restoration on degraded landscapes, returning them to economic and environmental productivity. Alongside IUCN and other partners, WRI has identified more than two billion hectares of cleared and degraded forest and agricultural lands suitable for restoration – an area roughly twice the size of China. Using this data as a foundation, we work to promote the restoration of degraded lands back into natural forests, agroforestry systems, or productive agriculture. Embracing forest and landscape restoration will allow for a world in which the amount of forest cover grows while the productivity of existing agricultural land increases.
Job Highlight:
As a member of the GRI Operations Team, you will provide administrative oversight and support program operations for a varied portfolio of projects funded by multiple donors, including foreign governments and foundations. You will ensure accurate grants and contracts management, offer financial oversight, foster partner collaboration, and contribute to event coordination. As a Grants & Finance Specialist, you will have the opportunity to advance your career in non-profit operations and financial management.
You will be supported by the GRI's Operations and Management team, along with WRI’s Accounting, Grants, and Contracts teams, and project managers within the Forest Program.
You will report to the GRI's Operations Manager.
What you will do:
Grant Financial Management (45%)
Coordinate with and advise project leads on budget management, including use of budgeting software, monthly financial tracking, and supporting project managers in expense forecasting and revenue analysis
Regularly review, update, and monitor all transactions, invoices, commitments, and revenue prospects
Follows WRI’s internal processes and deadlines related to funding, including quarterly reviews, financial reporting, monthly & annual closeouts, and future fiscal year annual budget submission
Grant and Sub agreement Management (50%)
Work directly with funders to request and submit Prime award amendments, payment request, and other funder related needs
Process and execute new subgrants, contracts, and amendments as needed
Process invoices and payments for projects in compliance with WRI’s policies
Monitor partners to ensure the timely and accurate submission of progress and financial reports.
Program Administration and Operations (5%)
Monitor compliance with and advise teams on institutional policies, such as WRI’s travel and expense policy
Support miscellaneous project operations needs, including personnel processes, labor forecasting and guidance processes, and IT
Advise team on budget management and address any financial issues in coordination with the Operations Manager
Track program funding opportunities and record information in online tracking systems
What you will need:
Education : You have a completed Bachelor's degree in finance, business or public administration, non-profit management, or similar Experience : You have a minimum of 3+ years of full-time relevant work experience in operations, grant administration, budgeting, or financial management.
You have experience in a previous role that required detail orientation and working with deadlines, particularly with expense forecasting, grant compliance, and monitoring subgrants and contract
You have also worked in a role with minimal supervision and have experience with interacting with multiple stakeholders and cross-collaboration with teams.
Experience with financial software such as TM1 and Cognos and CRM software such as Salesforce considered a plus
Languages : You have verbal and written proficiency in English. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus Requirements : Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization.
Salary Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. WRI offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package. How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a cover letter by January 31, 2023 . You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
A competitive salary
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US.
The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organisation with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work.
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI.
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
About Us: Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organisation that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect. Our culture: WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Jan 10, 2023
Full time
This position can be based in our WRI Mexico, WRI London, or the United States office with remote-eligible where WRI is state registered or in the WRI Mexico office. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
The Global Restoration Initiative (GRI) works with governments and international partners to inspire, enable and implement restoration on degraded landscapes, returning them to economic and environmental productivity. Alongside IUCN and other partners, WRI has identified more than two billion hectares of cleared and degraded forest and agricultural lands suitable for restoration – an area roughly twice the size of China. Using this data as a foundation, we work to promote the restoration of degraded lands back into natural forests, agroforestry systems, or productive agriculture. Embracing forest and landscape restoration will allow for a world in which the amount of forest cover grows while the productivity of existing agricultural land increases.
Job Highlight:
As a member of the GRI Operations Team, you will provide administrative oversight and support program operations for a varied portfolio of projects funded by multiple donors, including foreign governments and foundations. You will ensure accurate grants and contracts management, offer financial oversight, foster partner collaboration, and contribute to event coordination. As a Grants & Finance Specialist, you will have the opportunity to advance your career in non-profit operations and financial management.
You will be supported by the GRI's Operations and Management team, along with WRI’s Accounting, Grants, and Contracts teams, and project managers within the Forest Program.
You will report to the GRI's Operations Manager.
What you will do:
Grant Financial Management (45%)
Coordinate with and advise project leads on budget management, including use of budgeting software, monthly financial tracking, and supporting project managers in expense forecasting and revenue analysis
Regularly review, update, and monitor all transactions, invoices, commitments, and revenue prospects
Follows WRI’s internal processes and deadlines related to funding, including quarterly reviews, financial reporting, monthly & annual closeouts, and future fiscal year annual budget submission
Grant and Sub agreement Management (50%)
Work directly with funders to request and submit Prime award amendments, payment request, and other funder related needs
Process and execute new subgrants, contracts, and amendments as needed
Process invoices and payments for projects in compliance with WRI’s policies
Monitor partners to ensure the timely and accurate submission of progress and financial reports.
Program Administration and Operations (5%)
Monitor compliance with and advise teams on institutional policies, such as WRI’s travel and expense policy
Support miscellaneous project operations needs, including personnel processes, labor forecasting and guidance processes, and IT
Advise team on budget management and address any financial issues in coordination with the Operations Manager
Track program funding opportunities and record information in online tracking systems
What you will need:
Education : You have a completed Bachelor's degree in finance, business or public administration, non-profit management, or similar Experience : You have a minimum of 3+ years of full-time relevant work experience in operations, grant administration, budgeting, or financial management.
You have experience in a previous role that required detail orientation and working with deadlines, particularly with expense forecasting, grant compliance, and monitoring subgrants and contract
You have also worked in a role with minimal supervision and have experience with interacting with multiple stakeholders and cross-collaboration with teams.
Experience with financial software such as TM1 and Cognos and CRM software such as Salesforce considered a plus
Languages : You have verbal and written proficiency in English. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus Requirements : Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization.
Salary Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. WRI offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package. How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a cover letter by January 31, 2023 . You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
A competitive salary
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US.
The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organisation with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work.
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI.
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
About Us: Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organisation that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect. Our culture: WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Organizational Overview
Currently in Massachusetts, two thirds of children from low-income families enter kindergarten without the literacy skills they need to succeed. Raising A Reader MA (RAR-MA) directly addresses this need by providing the books and family education to ensure all children enter kindergarten with a foundation for success. Since its founding in 2006, RAR-MA annually serves approximately 7,500 children. Over the next few years, RAR-MA plans to deepen its impact in Massachusetts. We are seeking an experienced, well-connected development professional to refine our development strategy and lead fundraising, with a particular focus on increasing individual and corporate giving.
Position Summary
The Director of Development (DOD) will report to the Executive Director and participate as a member of a three-person Executive Leadership Team, which includes the Director of Programs. The Director of Development is responsible for working with the Executive Director and Board of Directors and is the primary staff liaison to the Development Committee and Marketing and Communications Committee, to strategically target development efforts to grow revenues and relationships over time and increase the community of funders . The Director of Development will lead and be supported by the Development Team which includes a part-time remote contract Grant Manager, a full-time Development and Communications Manager, and a part-time remote Executive Admin and Data Analytics Manager.
The DOD provides high level strategic leadership, execution, and operational management of the organization’s current and future development activities, while also focusing on increasing the organization's ability to attract and retain donors. The DOD is responsible for creating annual and multi-year strategic development plans and for providing leadership and oversight for all fundraising activities including major gifts, annual funds, special events, corporate, foundation, and government support, and new opportunities. Currently the organization raises approximately $750,000-$900,000 per year through philanthropic support from foundations, corporations, and individuals.
The successful candidate will be drawn to the RAR-MA team culture that values a close, congenial spirit of family and is laser focused on the mission and the beneficiary communities, partners, and families, while creating a donor centric relationship with funders. Our team works co-creatively, cooperatively, and collaboratively. Since RAR-MA operates in Boston and Gateway cities across the Commonwealth, RAR-MA staff is adept at working collaboratively and remotely using electronic shared resources. Work time for the Director of Development can be flexible with in-office time and remote work, while recognizing that donor meetings, board meetings, networking and industry events, and other needs may require flexibility throughout the day and evening.
Key Responsibilities
Development Strategy
Provide overall development strategy and leadership, with a particular emphasis on developing and executing the organization’s short- and long-term fundraising strategies for high-level individual giving as well as strategies that build on RAR-MA’s signature and successful Dinner with an Author Gala and other events.
Build on recent development strategy planning by refining and executing the annual plan for fundraising, including identification of growth areas, measures of success, return on investment, and supporting metrics.
Increase support from individuals, including major gifts, in support of RAR-MA’s long-term sustainability and growth strategy.
Development Execution
Drive and execute identification, research, cultivation, and stewardship work to attract new donors, deepen relationships with existing donors and ensure a rewarding donor experience to increase retention and giving annually.
Become a high-level expert in RAR-MA programming and be able to speak knowledgeably, passionately, and compellingly about organizational impact, current success stories, and programmatic initiatives.
Collaborate with Director of Programs to ensure that funding is aligned with program needs and activities
Work efficiently, coordinate and lead efforts across roles, and strategically build on organizational strengths to improve return on investment, conversion of event attendees to donors, and donor retention with an overall focus on outcomes.
Manage development budget and revenue forecasting and report results in a timely manner
Utilize the capabilities of the existing CRM system (Salesforce) and other donor resources to manage the entire donation process and produce reports that inform development efforts.
Oversee events, managing expenses and making use of outside event consultants if cost-effective in maximizing staff time and return on investment.
Oversee grants, including weekly pipeline reviews and whole organization participation in grant preparation, site visits, and reporting that strengthens grants capacity, making use of contract grant writers as needed.
Oversee consultants and vendors working in development areas, ensuring that all fundraising and communication initiatives are strategic, effective, and focused on outcomes.
Oversee all public relations and marketing efforts by working closely with the Development and Communications Manager
Supervise and support the Development and Communications Manager in the creation of clear and compelling communications to institutional funders, donors, and community members
Supervise and support the Data Analytics Manager to maximize efficiencies, complement revenue growth strategy and conduct donor research.
Qualifications
Passion for our mission
5+ years of development experience, including at the executive level, to earn the respect and support of various constituencies including the Board, team, donors, press, community leaders, and partners
Experience in creating annual fundraising plans and development calendars
Proven record of measurable accomplishments in fundraising, particularly in the areas of individual major gifts, and corporate giving, with a working knowledge of all other aspects of fundraising, such as annual campaigns, special events, foundation support, and local, state, and federal funding opportunities
Ability to think creatively and identify new opportunities
Demonstrated success in securing individual and corporate donors and stewarding existing relationships
Exceptional interpersonal, networking, written, presentation and verbal communication skills
Eagerness to learn, grow, and stay on top of trends in philanthropy and early literacy
Excellent ability to write and edit persuasive materials
Exceptional time, task, project management and organizational skills focused on both short-term and long-term strategy with an attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and effectively without close supervision
Willingness to function effectively as a member of a team and to participate in activities that will contribute to the organization’s overall success
Strong understanding and practice of cultural humility and respect for others
Proficiency in Salesforce, other CRM, or fundraising software and/or systems
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent life/professional experience
RAR-MA encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position. Raising A Reader MA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating a multicultural organization. We celebrate the diversity of our world and our community, and we seek to build a team that reflects that strength.
This position is full-time, based in Boston, MA and with some remote work flexibility. The annual salary of $100K is commensurate with experience. RAR-MA offers a competitive benefits package and a flexible, collaborative environment as part of the overall compensation considerations.
Note: Vaccination is a condition of employment. RAR-MA has a vaccination policy that was created based on the information available from the CDC and local authorities as of 09/01/2021. We understand that information is evolving daily, and we reserve the right to amend and/or update the policy based on updated guidance from the CDC, local authorities, and/or business needs.
To apply : Please send a resume and cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position, as well as a writing sample, to careers@raisingareaderma.org . Please state where you learned of this opportunity.
Please note that we will be reviewing application submissions on a rolling basis and expect to begin the interview process after January 1, 2023, in order to meet year-end priorities and dedicate our full attention to the hiring process. We hope to have the Director of Development in place by the end of the first quarter of 2023.
Nov 28, 2022
Full time
Organizational Overview
Currently in Massachusetts, two thirds of children from low-income families enter kindergarten without the literacy skills they need to succeed. Raising A Reader MA (RAR-MA) directly addresses this need by providing the books and family education to ensure all children enter kindergarten with a foundation for success. Since its founding in 2006, RAR-MA annually serves approximately 7,500 children. Over the next few years, RAR-MA plans to deepen its impact in Massachusetts. We are seeking an experienced, well-connected development professional to refine our development strategy and lead fundraising, with a particular focus on increasing individual and corporate giving.
Position Summary
The Director of Development (DOD) will report to the Executive Director and participate as a member of a three-person Executive Leadership Team, which includes the Director of Programs. The Director of Development is responsible for working with the Executive Director and Board of Directors and is the primary staff liaison to the Development Committee and Marketing and Communications Committee, to strategically target development efforts to grow revenues and relationships over time and increase the community of funders . The Director of Development will lead and be supported by the Development Team which includes a part-time remote contract Grant Manager, a full-time Development and Communications Manager, and a part-time remote Executive Admin and Data Analytics Manager.
The DOD provides high level strategic leadership, execution, and operational management of the organization’s current and future development activities, while also focusing on increasing the organization's ability to attract and retain donors. The DOD is responsible for creating annual and multi-year strategic development plans and for providing leadership and oversight for all fundraising activities including major gifts, annual funds, special events, corporate, foundation, and government support, and new opportunities. Currently the organization raises approximately $750,000-$900,000 per year through philanthropic support from foundations, corporations, and individuals.
The successful candidate will be drawn to the RAR-MA team culture that values a close, congenial spirit of family and is laser focused on the mission and the beneficiary communities, partners, and families, while creating a donor centric relationship with funders. Our team works co-creatively, cooperatively, and collaboratively. Since RAR-MA operates in Boston and Gateway cities across the Commonwealth, RAR-MA staff is adept at working collaboratively and remotely using electronic shared resources. Work time for the Director of Development can be flexible with in-office time and remote work, while recognizing that donor meetings, board meetings, networking and industry events, and other needs may require flexibility throughout the day and evening.
Key Responsibilities
Development Strategy
Provide overall development strategy and leadership, with a particular emphasis on developing and executing the organization’s short- and long-term fundraising strategies for high-level individual giving as well as strategies that build on RAR-MA’s signature and successful Dinner with an Author Gala and other events.
Build on recent development strategy planning by refining and executing the annual plan for fundraising, including identification of growth areas, measures of success, return on investment, and supporting metrics.
Increase support from individuals, including major gifts, in support of RAR-MA’s long-term sustainability and growth strategy.
Development Execution
Drive and execute identification, research, cultivation, and stewardship work to attract new donors, deepen relationships with existing donors and ensure a rewarding donor experience to increase retention and giving annually.
Become a high-level expert in RAR-MA programming and be able to speak knowledgeably, passionately, and compellingly about organizational impact, current success stories, and programmatic initiatives.
Collaborate with Director of Programs to ensure that funding is aligned with program needs and activities
Work efficiently, coordinate and lead efforts across roles, and strategically build on organizational strengths to improve return on investment, conversion of event attendees to donors, and donor retention with an overall focus on outcomes.
Manage development budget and revenue forecasting and report results in a timely manner
Utilize the capabilities of the existing CRM system (Salesforce) and other donor resources to manage the entire donation process and produce reports that inform development efforts.
Oversee events, managing expenses and making use of outside event consultants if cost-effective in maximizing staff time and return on investment.
Oversee grants, including weekly pipeline reviews and whole organization participation in grant preparation, site visits, and reporting that strengthens grants capacity, making use of contract grant writers as needed.
Oversee consultants and vendors working in development areas, ensuring that all fundraising and communication initiatives are strategic, effective, and focused on outcomes.
Oversee all public relations and marketing efforts by working closely with the Development and Communications Manager
Supervise and support the Development and Communications Manager in the creation of clear and compelling communications to institutional funders, donors, and community members
Supervise and support the Data Analytics Manager to maximize efficiencies, complement revenue growth strategy and conduct donor research.
Qualifications
Passion for our mission
5+ years of development experience, including at the executive level, to earn the respect and support of various constituencies including the Board, team, donors, press, community leaders, and partners
Experience in creating annual fundraising plans and development calendars
Proven record of measurable accomplishments in fundraising, particularly in the areas of individual major gifts, and corporate giving, with a working knowledge of all other aspects of fundraising, such as annual campaigns, special events, foundation support, and local, state, and federal funding opportunities
Ability to think creatively and identify new opportunities
Demonstrated success in securing individual and corporate donors and stewarding existing relationships
Exceptional interpersonal, networking, written, presentation and verbal communication skills
Eagerness to learn, grow, and stay on top of trends in philanthropy and early literacy
Excellent ability to write and edit persuasive materials
Exceptional time, task, project management and organizational skills focused on both short-term and long-term strategy with an attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and effectively without close supervision
Willingness to function effectively as a member of a team and to participate in activities that will contribute to the organization’s overall success
Strong understanding and practice of cultural humility and respect for others
Proficiency in Salesforce, other CRM, or fundraising software and/or systems
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent life/professional experience
RAR-MA encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position. Raising A Reader MA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating a multicultural organization. We celebrate the diversity of our world and our community, and we seek to build a team that reflects that strength.
This position is full-time, based in Boston, MA and with some remote work flexibility. The annual salary of $100K is commensurate with experience. RAR-MA offers a competitive benefits package and a flexible, collaborative environment as part of the overall compensation considerations.
Note: Vaccination is a condition of employment. RAR-MA has a vaccination policy that was created based on the information available from the CDC and local authorities as of 09/01/2021. We understand that information is evolving daily, and we reserve the right to amend and/or update the policy based on updated guidance from the CDC, local authorities, and/or business needs.
To apply : Please send a resume and cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position, as well as a writing sample, to careers@raisingareaderma.org . Please state where you learned of this opportunity.
Please note that we will be reviewing application submissions on a rolling basis and expect to begin the interview process after January 1, 2023, in order to meet year-end priorities and dedicate our full attention to the hiring process. We hope to have the Director of Development in place by the end of the first quarter of 2023.
The Foundation is excited to announce the opening for Senior Grants Manager. This position ensures key activities of the grantmaking process are being accomplished, in alignment with organizational standards. The manager provides specialized knowledge in key topical areas pertaining to the Foundation's grantmaking and supports the community investment and impact team in grantmaking operations. Additionally, the Senior Grants Manager provides mentorship to other members of the grantmaking operations team, and proposes, develops, and implements process-improvements related to the Foundation's grantmaking cycle. This position reports to the senior director of grantmaking operations, and works alongside another senior grants manager as well as two grants managers.
At the Foundation, we believe that keeping equity at the heart of our work will lead us to better health. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work in communities across Colorado. For example, our cornerstones are designed to help ensure that:
We serve Coloradans who have low income and have historically had less power or privilege.
We do everything with the intent of creating health equity.
We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.
This role is ideal for an established professional with a strong background in grantmaking, operations, auditing, and process management in a philanthropic setting. Ideal candidates will have passion and dedication for our mission and cornerstones along with meeting the following minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in administration, non-profit management, finance or related degree
Eight years’ experience in finance, grantmaking, operations, auditing, managing an application process, managing an operational cycle, experience in foundations and/or philanthropy
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with an emphasis in Excel
Demonstrated ability to learn new software packages
Working knowledge of grants management systems, with a preference for FLUXX.
It’s an exciting time to join the Foundation whose assets include a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.6 billion and whose annual grant making is in excess of $100 million. Additional benefits are a robust benefit and wellness package, 401(k) match, and generous paid leave programs. The starting range for this $95,872 – $112,600 paid as salaried, 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. The Foundation has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in place for all staff. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual to have a meaningful impact through their professional contributions. Qualified candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters, stating which position(s) interest you, on the Colorado Health Foundation’s website ( www.coloradohealth.org ).
This position closes November 4, 2022
The Colorado Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Oct 17, 2022
Full time
The Foundation is excited to announce the opening for Senior Grants Manager. This position ensures key activities of the grantmaking process are being accomplished, in alignment with organizational standards. The manager provides specialized knowledge in key topical areas pertaining to the Foundation's grantmaking and supports the community investment and impact team in grantmaking operations. Additionally, the Senior Grants Manager provides mentorship to other members of the grantmaking operations team, and proposes, develops, and implements process-improvements related to the Foundation's grantmaking cycle. This position reports to the senior director of grantmaking operations, and works alongside another senior grants manager as well as two grants managers.
At the Foundation, we believe that keeping equity at the heart of our work will lead us to better health. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work in communities across Colorado. For example, our cornerstones are designed to help ensure that:
We serve Coloradans who have low income and have historically had less power or privilege.
We do everything with the intent of creating health equity.
We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.
This role is ideal for an established professional with a strong background in grantmaking, operations, auditing, and process management in a philanthropic setting. Ideal candidates will have passion and dedication for our mission and cornerstones along with meeting the following minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in administration, non-profit management, finance or related degree
Eight years’ experience in finance, grantmaking, operations, auditing, managing an application process, managing an operational cycle, experience in foundations and/or philanthropy
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with an emphasis in Excel
Demonstrated ability to learn new software packages
Working knowledge of grants management systems, with a preference for FLUXX.
It’s an exciting time to join the Foundation whose assets include a complex investment portfolio valued at approximately $2.6 billion and whose annual grant making is in excess of $100 million. Additional benefits are a robust benefit and wellness package, 401(k) match, and generous paid leave programs. The starting range for this $95,872 – $112,600 paid as salaried, 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. The Foundation has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in place for all staff. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual to have a meaningful impact through their professional contributions. Qualified candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters, stating which position(s) interest you, on the Colorado Health Foundation’s website ( www.coloradohealth.org ).
This position closes November 4, 2022
The Colorado Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Junior Achievement of Washington
www.jawashington.org
JAWA’s vision is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. The mission and core values of JAWA, along with its core pathways, meet a real need that other non-profits, for profits, and the government are not offering: to prepare Washington students with financial knowledge and fundamental tools to help them succeed. JAWA's Core Values reflect our belief that all students have the right to equitable learning opportunities and to experience financial health and wellness. Our Core Values are:
Belief in the boundless potential of young people,
Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration,
Conviction in the education and motivational impact relevant, hands-on learning
Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship.
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Washington state students? Junior Achievement of Washington is looking for a dedicated associate to join our Advancement team as the Corporate Partnerships Development Manager. Junior Achievement of WA wants its team to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY: CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising initiatives to secure revenue that meets the business objectives for Junior Achievement of Washington. The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager works under the direction of the Chief Advancement Officer in all development and fundraising endeavors, including the major gifts program, alumni giving, annual fund, special events, and capital campaigns.
This role is responsible for prospecting, establishing, and nurturing corporate partnerships at the State level. This role works closely with the development and programs team to match partners with JAWA's programming and fundraising opportunities. Additionally, this role is responsible for recruiting volunteers from corporate partners and recognizing their service. This position is based in Auburn WA, will be onsite, and remote.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES):
Collaborates with Chief Advancement Officer to identify prospective donors through operating gifts from companies and individuals, grants from private foundations, and marketing initiatives.
Designs and oversees a stewardship program that effectively engages all constituents – alumni, staff, board, volunteers, and donors – to create an effective resource pipeline, increase retention of funder relationships, increase revenue from existing relationships, and enhance the JA of Washington brand.
Fosters superior relationship-building capacity with key partners such as investors, foundations, corporate entities, other non-profit agencies, educational institutions, and other constituents to manage fundraising campaigns through direct solicitations and proposals.
Researches, identifies, and solicits companies, foundations, and individuals whose interests and priorities match current projects; prepares materials for meetings with existing and prospective donors.
Develops and executes giving campaigns, including the Mobile Unit Capital Campaign , the Impact Investor Campaign , and the Recurring Donor Campaign , providing timely and accurate reports on the progress of all fundraising activities.
Develops and manages information systems, tracking prospects, solicitors, and funding history. Assures that all data remain up to date and correct. Invoices and collects pledges promptly; prepare accurate and timely reports to campaign leadership.
Creates and manages a Resource Development Committee; develops a yearly calendar for the development team that includes timelines, procedures, and responsibilities to be accomplished.
Assists with preparing the income and expense budget and cash flow projections, including the tracking of revenues, expenses, and budget adjustments.
Identifies new corporate partnerships with the help of statewide and regional development teams. Partnerships should be strategic. For example, a partnership may bring much-needed resources to JAWA in the form of volunteer time and talent and/or funds or brand awareness.
Work with new and established corporate partners to identify corporate-driven student-facing programs ( JA In A Day, JA Job Shadow , Career Fairs, etc.) and work closely with Statewide Program Director and the programs team to plan and implement programming partnerships.
Serve as the primary contact for each corporate partner. Ensure that handover of the partner contact to the programs team for implementation is smooth and seamless.
Collaborate with Director of Communications and Statewide Program Director to develop and deliver presentations to corporate partners and potential volunteer recruits.
In close coordination with Statewide Program Director and the programs team, develop innovative programmatic solutions to meet partner and JAWA needs.
Recruit new and returning volunteers from the corporate sector for all programs to meet programming needs.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEREQUIRED:
Minimum of four years of successful fundraising experience involving corporate and foundation solicitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills emphasizing public speaking, persuasive communication, effective listening, and the ability to listen and translate concepts into language that connects with specific constituents
Proven track record in grant development & fundraising initiatives; proven experience in meeting deadlines & exceeding goals
The ability to manage multiple priorities is essential. Good organizational skills. Proven ability to maintain confidential information
Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office and fundraising database platforms
Energetic and willing to work hands-on in developing and executing various fundraising activities ranging from the routine to the highly creative and visible
Shows a willingness to put the time in to do the job well, including working occasional evening events and (rare) weekends
The candidate must have a valid driver's license and vehicle transportation required to meet the position's responsibilities
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
JAWA PAYS 100% OF EMPLOYEE PREMIUMS FOR MEDICAL & DENTAL/VISION/EMPLOYEE LIFE
United Healthcare Medical and Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Family and Dependent Life Insurance Vacation and Wellness Leave Paid Holidays & Winter Break Paid Personal Leave Days Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Ability Assist Program Family Leave Consistent with Local and National Regulations
WHAT MAKES JAWA SPECIAL:
401(k) with matching company contributions Work-Life balance – flexible options to balance office time via remote access as well as flexible work schedules Opportunity to volunteer in the classroom teaching JA programs twice per year.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described below represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: sit, walk, occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, continually required to talk or hear, occasionally required to bend, lift, or climb, and frequently required to lift and carry light weights (25-50 pounds), and specific vision abilities include: close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust or focus
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Strategic Plan Vision
In addition to reflecting JA's values, our five-year strategic plan furthers JA's passion to create equitable and accessible learning opportunities for all students in Washington aligned with our pathways of financial education, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Recognizing a need for JA to re-build after the challenges faced last year, the strategic plan focuses on first strengthening and then steadily growing the organization.
JAWA Social Justice Statement
We at JA of Washington stand for social justice. We are committed to educating in a way that dismantles inequality, racism, and oppression and sparking honest conversations in our communities. The future we envision and for which we prepare our students cannot exist unless we become catalysts for change. We pledge to do better. We must all do better.
Junior Achievement of Washington's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. In 2022, Junior Achievement of Washington will reach thousands of K-12 students with relevant, hands-on learning experiences that teach young people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their businesses, and develop readiness for careers or college.
Junior Achievement of Washington offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community. Junior Achievement of Washington associates are known for their passion for the mission of bringing business and education together to work with students in kindergarten through high school, empowering them to own their economic success. The team members interact with community leaders who support JAWA with their time, treasure, and talent.
Junior Achievement of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JA of Washington does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. www.jawashington.org
Aug 10, 2022
Full time
JAWA’s vision is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. The mission and core values of JAWA, along with its core pathways, meet a real need that other non-profits, for profits, and the government are not offering: to prepare Washington students with financial knowledge and fundamental tools to help them succeed. JAWA's Core Values reflect our belief that all students have the right to equitable learning opportunities and to experience financial health and wellness. Our Core Values are:
Belief in the boundless potential of young people,
Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration,
Conviction in the education and motivational impact relevant, hands-on learning
Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship.
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Washington state students? Junior Achievement of Washington is looking for a dedicated associate to join our Advancement team as the Corporate Partnerships Development Manager. Junior Achievement of WA wants its team to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY: CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising initiatives to secure revenue that meets the business objectives for Junior Achievement of Washington. The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager works under the direction of the Chief Advancement Officer in all development and fundraising endeavors, including the major gifts program, alumni giving, annual fund, special events, and capital campaigns.
This role is responsible for prospecting, establishing, and nurturing corporate partnerships at the State level. This role works closely with the development and programs team to match partners with JAWA's programming and fundraising opportunities. Additionally, this role is responsible for recruiting volunteers from corporate partners and recognizing their service. This position is based in Auburn WA, will be onsite, and remote.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES):
Collaborates with Chief Advancement Officer to identify prospective donors through operating gifts from companies and individuals, grants from private foundations, and marketing initiatives.
Designs and oversees a stewardship program that effectively engages all constituents – alumni, staff, board, volunteers, and donors – to create an effective resource pipeline, increase retention of funder relationships, increase revenue from existing relationships, and enhance the JA of Washington brand.
Fosters superior relationship-building capacity with key partners such as investors, foundations, corporate entities, other non-profit agencies, educational institutions, and other constituents to manage fundraising campaigns through direct solicitations and proposals.
Researches, identifies, and solicits companies, foundations, and individuals whose interests and priorities match current projects; prepares materials for meetings with existing and prospective donors.
Develops and executes giving campaigns, including the Mobile Unit Capital Campaign , the Impact Investor Campaign , and the Recurring Donor Campaign , providing timely and accurate reports on the progress of all fundraising activities.
Develops and manages information systems, tracking prospects, solicitors, and funding history. Assures that all data remain up to date and correct. Invoices and collects pledges promptly; prepare accurate and timely reports to campaign leadership.
Creates and manages a Resource Development Committee; develops a yearly calendar for the development team that includes timelines, procedures, and responsibilities to be accomplished.
Assists with preparing the income and expense budget and cash flow projections, including the tracking of revenues, expenses, and budget adjustments.
Identifies new corporate partnerships with the help of statewide and regional development teams. Partnerships should be strategic. For example, a partnership may bring much-needed resources to JAWA in the form of volunteer time and talent and/or funds or brand awareness.
Work with new and established corporate partners to identify corporate-driven student-facing programs ( JA In A Day, JA Job Shadow , Career Fairs, etc.) and work closely with Statewide Program Director and the programs team to plan and implement programming partnerships.
Serve as the primary contact for each corporate partner. Ensure that handover of the partner contact to the programs team for implementation is smooth and seamless.
Collaborate with Director of Communications and Statewide Program Director to develop and deliver presentations to corporate partners and potential volunteer recruits.
In close coordination with Statewide Program Director and the programs team, develop innovative programmatic solutions to meet partner and JAWA needs.
Recruit new and returning volunteers from the corporate sector for all programs to meet programming needs.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEREQUIRED:
Minimum of four years of successful fundraising experience involving corporate and foundation solicitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills emphasizing public speaking, persuasive communication, effective listening, and the ability to listen and translate concepts into language that connects with specific constituents
Proven track record in grant development & fundraising initiatives; proven experience in meeting deadlines & exceeding goals
The ability to manage multiple priorities is essential. Good organizational skills. Proven ability to maintain confidential information
Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office and fundraising database platforms
Energetic and willing to work hands-on in developing and executing various fundraising activities ranging from the routine to the highly creative and visible
Shows a willingness to put the time in to do the job well, including working occasional evening events and (rare) weekends
The candidate must have a valid driver's license and vehicle transportation required to meet the position's responsibilities
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
JAWA PAYS 100% OF EMPLOYEE PREMIUMS FOR MEDICAL & DENTAL/VISION/EMPLOYEE LIFE
United Healthcare Medical and Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Family and Dependent Life Insurance Vacation and Wellness Leave Paid Holidays & Winter Break Paid Personal Leave Days Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Ability Assist Program Family Leave Consistent with Local and National Regulations
WHAT MAKES JAWA SPECIAL:
401(k) with matching company contributions Work-Life balance – flexible options to balance office time via remote access as well as flexible work schedules Opportunity to volunteer in the classroom teaching JA programs twice per year.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described below represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: sit, walk, occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, continually required to talk or hear, occasionally required to bend, lift, or climb, and frequently required to lift and carry light weights (25-50 pounds), and specific vision abilities include: close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust or focus
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Strategic Plan Vision
In addition to reflecting JA's values, our five-year strategic plan furthers JA's passion to create equitable and accessible learning opportunities for all students in Washington aligned with our pathways of financial education, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Recognizing a need for JA to re-build after the challenges faced last year, the strategic plan focuses on first strengthening and then steadily growing the organization.
JAWA Social Justice Statement
We at JA of Washington stand for social justice. We are committed to educating in a way that dismantles inequality, racism, and oppression and sparking honest conversations in our communities. The future we envision and for which we prepare our students cannot exist unless we become catalysts for change. We pledge to do better. We must all do better.
Junior Achievement of Washington's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. In 2022, Junior Achievement of Washington will reach thousands of K-12 students with relevant, hands-on learning experiences that teach young people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their businesses, and develop readiness for careers or college.
Junior Achievement of Washington offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community. Junior Achievement of Washington associates are known for their passion for the mission of bringing business and education together to work with students in kindergarten through high school, empowering them to own their economic success. The team members interact with community leaders who support JAWA with their time, treasure, and talent.
Junior Achievement of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JA of Washington does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. www.jawashington.org
Position Summary: The Grants Support Specialist provides ongoing, prompt and accurate fiscal assistance to Head Start (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) grantees and supports Federal staff with high quality grants management services. This includes preparing and tracking grants through review and funding processes, monitoring receipt and accuracy of grant documents, monitoring, evaluating and resolving grant issues, and preparing grant closeouts. The Grants Specialist will be a critical thinker with outstanding attention to details and an eye towards process improvement. Key Responsibilities [1] :
Budgetary and financial analysis of grantee funding and program modification requests.
Review and analysis of grantee financial reports, information and risk indicators.
Provide accurate and timely regulatory and fiscal policy guidance to Head Start grantees.
Review and analyze grantee waiver requests, applications for facility construction, purchases and major renovations.
Identify various activities related to the identification and mitigation of grantee risk factors, correction of regulatory compliance issues, and improvement of Head Start grantee performance.
Assist in tracking overall fiscal/budget plan, tracking certified grants and monitoring of funding levels.
Assist in verifying that grant files are complete to facilitate financial closeout process, and provide support for all grants closeout activities.
Review incoming grant applications, providing follow-up communication to applicants where appropriate; Ability to conduct cross functional quality assurance of all final deliverables.
Correction of regulatory compliance issues and improvement of Head Start grantee performance.
Perform various activities designed to ensure the complete and timely resolution of all audit findings referred to OGM for resolution.
Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in support of BCT’s goals and objectives. Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: A successful candidate should have:
Bachelors degree in a field related to task activities from an accredited university or college with demonstrated coursework in accounting. Bachelors degree in accounting highly preferred.
Seven years of progressive professional experience related to the task activities including accounting, federal discretionary grants management, non-profit or for-profit financial management, and regulatory compliance monitoring and oversight.
Demonstrated prior experience with the resolution of financial audit findings for federal discretionary grant programs.
Demonstrated experience in providing subject matter expertise related to regulatory compliance with federal financial management regulations including the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, and produce high quality written products such as memoranda, presentations and correspondence.
Additional Qualifications:
Experience with the federal grants life cycle.
Experience in a nonprofit, federal discretionary grants management, or government consulting environment.
Ability to function as a professional team player.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable in completing required tasks.
Ability to pay strict attention to detail.
Possession of excellent organizational, client management, and analytical skills.
BCT Partners’ mission is to provide insights about diverse people that lead to equity. We are a national, multi-disciplinary consulting firm that delivers a full range of research, consulting, training, technology, and analytics services. BCT works with government agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and foundations, and is one of the leading firms in the country with expertise in the following markets: housing and community development, economic development, workforce development, children and families, health, education, and diversity, equity & inclusion. We invite and welcome to our team people who share our values and goals; those with a passion for making the world a better place, who see strength in our diversity, seek equal opportunity for all communities and are motivated to create a more equitable and just society. We appreciate the knowledge, abilities, and ideas of each individual and embrace his/her/their positive contributions to our collaborative and dynamic work environment Our Clients The US Department of Health & Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS ). OHS’ mission is to promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of low-income children through health, educational, nutritional, social, and other services, as necessary. The Head Start Regional Office is the funding agency to grantees that provide Head Start (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) services to pregnant women and children from birth to age 5. OHS provides oversight of these grantees through monitoring and technical assistance, often with the support of partners like BCT. BCT takes great pride in supporting our clients: the OHS Regional Office, its grantees and the communities they serve. [1] Job descriptions serve to provide guidance and information regarding position responsibilities and job expectations. BCT Partners reserves the right, where permitted by law, to modify position responsibilities, sometimes without notice or written updates to the job description documents. BCT Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and or/ veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected class. BCT Partners will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department at careers@bctpartners.com . We appreciate the diversity of our communities and invite all who are interested to apply. For more information regarding BCT Partners' commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action please click here: www.bctpartners.com/eeoaa
Aug 03, 2022
Full time
Position Summary: The Grants Support Specialist provides ongoing, prompt and accurate fiscal assistance to Head Start (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) grantees and supports Federal staff with high quality grants management services. This includes preparing and tracking grants through review and funding processes, monitoring receipt and accuracy of grant documents, monitoring, evaluating and resolving grant issues, and preparing grant closeouts. The Grants Specialist will be a critical thinker with outstanding attention to details and an eye towards process improvement. Key Responsibilities [1] :
Budgetary and financial analysis of grantee funding and program modification requests.
Review and analysis of grantee financial reports, information and risk indicators.
Provide accurate and timely regulatory and fiscal policy guidance to Head Start grantees.
Review and analyze grantee waiver requests, applications for facility construction, purchases and major renovations.
Identify various activities related to the identification and mitigation of grantee risk factors, correction of regulatory compliance issues, and improvement of Head Start grantee performance.
Assist in tracking overall fiscal/budget plan, tracking certified grants and monitoring of funding levels.
Assist in verifying that grant files are complete to facilitate financial closeout process, and provide support for all grants closeout activities.
Review incoming grant applications, providing follow-up communication to applicants where appropriate; Ability to conduct cross functional quality assurance of all final deliverables.
Correction of regulatory compliance issues and improvement of Head Start grantee performance.
Perform various activities designed to ensure the complete and timely resolution of all audit findings referred to OGM for resolution.
Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in support of BCT’s goals and objectives. Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: A successful candidate should have:
Bachelors degree in a field related to task activities from an accredited university or college with demonstrated coursework in accounting. Bachelors degree in accounting highly preferred.
Seven years of progressive professional experience related to the task activities including accounting, federal discretionary grants management, non-profit or for-profit financial management, and regulatory compliance monitoring and oversight.
Demonstrated prior experience with the resolution of financial audit findings for federal discretionary grant programs.
Demonstrated experience in providing subject matter expertise related to regulatory compliance with federal financial management regulations including the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, and produce high quality written products such as memoranda, presentations and correspondence.
Additional Qualifications:
Experience with the federal grants life cycle.
Experience in a nonprofit, federal discretionary grants management, or government consulting environment.
Ability to function as a professional team player.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable in completing required tasks.
Ability to pay strict attention to detail.
Possession of excellent organizational, client management, and analytical skills.
BCT Partners’ mission is to provide insights about diverse people that lead to equity. We are a national, multi-disciplinary consulting firm that delivers a full range of research, consulting, training, technology, and analytics services. BCT works with government agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and foundations, and is one of the leading firms in the country with expertise in the following markets: housing and community development, economic development, workforce development, children and families, health, education, and diversity, equity & inclusion. We invite and welcome to our team people who share our values and goals; those with a passion for making the world a better place, who see strength in our diversity, seek equal opportunity for all communities and are motivated to create a more equitable and just society. We appreciate the knowledge, abilities, and ideas of each individual and embrace his/her/their positive contributions to our collaborative and dynamic work environment Our Clients The US Department of Health & Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS ). OHS’ mission is to promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of low-income children through health, educational, nutritional, social, and other services, as necessary. The Head Start Regional Office is the funding agency to grantees that provide Head Start (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) services to pregnant women and children from birth to age 5. OHS provides oversight of these grantees through monitoring and technical assistance, often with the support of partners like BCT. BCT takes great pride in supporting our clients: the OHS Regional Office, its grantees and the communities they serve. [1] Job descriptions serve to provide guidance and information regarding position responsibilities and job expectations. BCT Partners reserves the right, where permitted by law, to modify position responsibilities, sometimes without notice or written updates to the job description documents. BCT Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and or/ veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected class. BCT Partners will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department at careers@bctpartners.com . We appreciate the diversity of our communities and invite all who are interested to apply. For more information regarding BCT Partners' commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action please click here: www.bctpartners.com/eeoaa
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations tackling drinking water contamination, the rapidly-worsening impacts of climate change, and efforts to undermine our access to the ballot — is seeking a dynamic full-time Grants Manager to raise financial support for our organization by managing all grant activity, building strong partnerships with current and prospective funders, and growing foundation funding.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced development professional who can deliver on ambitious goals and make a compelling case for investing in political action and policy change to protect Michigan’s land, air and water. They, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections and a healthy democracy, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues.
The Grants Manager works with the Development Director, Michigan LCV’s leadership, and all teams in the organization to develop high-quality grant proposals and development communications that are consistent with Michigan LCV’s mission and strategic direction. The Grants Manager will provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity for the organization, serving as the organizational expert on all grantseeking initiatives including relationships with corporations, foundations, and current and prospective supporters. Key responsibilities include drafting of development communications, grant writing, process/project management, researching, identifying, developing, responding to grant opportunities, and assisting with program development and post-award reporting. The Grants Manager will also support non-grant donor outreach, including drafting letters and email communications, donor conversations, and donor prospecting. Additional responsibilities may include writing and supporting external communications, such as newsletters, staff and board profiles, and email communications to supporters and members, and internal communications, such as organizational case statements and protocol documents.
Job Responsibilities
This position reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids metro area, and is responsible for the following:
Provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity at Michigan LCV in partnership with the Development Director and Michigan LCV leadership team.
Lead the writing of high-quality grant materials, including cover letters, letters of inquiry, proposals, project narratives, budgets, renewal requests, and interim and final reports.
Manage Michigan LCV’s grant program using timely and appropriate internal and external communications (checklists, reminder messages, and proactive problem-solving) to ensure high-quality grant proposals and reports are submitted on time.
Serve as Michigan LCV’s liaison to foundations, focusing on securing new funding opportunities and nurturing relationships, as well as managing relationships with colleagues and leadership.
Identify new opportunities for funding that align with Michigan LCV programs and mission, including outreach and relationship building with prospective family foundations and potential new funders.
Retain up-to-date knowledge about all programs and maintain effective working relationships with programs and finance staff.
Ensure that all documentation related to grant funding is up-to-date and accurate, including grant calendar, donor records and files, and grant materials submitted and received.
In collaboration with other teams, work to write internal and external communications, such as newsletters, board and staff profiles, organizational case statements, and various protocol documents.
Provide support to the leadership team and key staff for meetings with donors.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering yourself to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and attend campaign events.
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who have expert-level writing skills, are natural project managers , and are results-driven. You should have:
A t least 2 years of grant-writing or professional writing experience.
An ability to identify grant funding opportunities, create reasonable foundation-giving goals, and create grant prospect and management plans.
Writing and speaking skills that translate into compelling pitches, effective asks, and meaningful reports to funders on the impact of their gifts that reflect the mission, goals and values of our organization.
A track record of managing people, processes, and deadlines necessary to achieve fundraising goals.
Excellent strategic-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with a proven ability to create work plans and set priorities to achieve long-term goals.
Positive, solutions-oriented attitude and a commitment to maintaining a supportive, empowering culture.
Natural relationship-building instincts and the ability to speak specifically to work experience in developing and maintaining strong working relationships among a wide range of stakeholders.
Understanding of Michigan’s political and environmental arenas.
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems
Mar 08, 2022
Full time
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations tackling drinking water contamination, the rapidly-worsening impacts of climate change, and efforts to undermine our access to the ballot — is seeking a dynamic full-time Grants Manager to raise financial support for our organization by managing all grant activity, building strong partnerships with current and prospective funders, and growing foundation funding.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced development professional who can deliver on ambitious goals and make a compelling case for investing in political action and policy change to protect Michigan’s land, air and water. They, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections and a healthy democracy, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues.
The Grants Manager works with the Development Director, Michigan LCV’s leadership, and all teams in the organization to develop high-quality grant proposals and development communications that are consistent with Michigan LCV’s mission and strategic direction. The Grants Manager will provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity for the organization, serving as the organizational expert on all grantseeking initiatives including relationships with corporations, foundations, and current and prospective supporters. Key responsibilities include drafting of development communications, grant writing, process/project management, researching, identifying, developing, responding to grant opportunities, and assisting with program development and post-award reporting. The Grants Manager will also support non-grant donor outreach, including drafting letters and email communications, donor conversations, and donor prospecting. Additional responsibilities may include writing and supporting external communications, such as newsletters, staff and board profiles, and email communications to supporters and members, and internal communications, such as organizational case statements and protocol documents.
Job Responsibilities
This position reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids metro area, and is responsible for the following:
Provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity at Michigan LCV in partnership with the Development Director and Michigan LCV leadership team.
Lead the writing of high-quality grant materials, including cover letters, letters of inquiry, proposals, project narratives, budgets, renewal requests, and interim and final reports.
Manage Michigan LCV’s grant program using timely and appropriate internal and external communications (checklists, reminder messages, and proactive problem-solving) to ensure high-quality grant proposals and reports are submitted on time.
Serve as Michigan LCV’s liaison to foundations, focusing on securing new funding opportunities and nurturing relationships, as well as managing relationships with colleagues and leadership.
Identify new opportunities for funding that align with Michigan LCV programs and mission, including outreach and relationship building with prospective family foundations and potential new funders.
Retain up-to-date knowledge about all programs and maintain effective working relationships with programs and finance staff.
Ensure that all documentation related to grant funding is up-to-date and accurate, including grant calendar, donor records and files, and grant materials submitted and received.
In collaboration with other teams, work to write internal and external communications, such as newsletters, board and staff profiles, organizational case statements, and various protocol documents.
Provide support to the leadership team and key staff for meetings with donors.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering yourself to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and attend campaign events.
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who have expert-level writing skills, are natural project managers , and are results-driven. You should have:
A t least 2 years of grant-writing or professional writing experience.
An ability to identify grant funding opportunities, create reasonable foundation-giving goals, and create grant prospect and management plans.
Writing and speaking skills that translate into compelling pitches, effective asks, and meaningful reports to funders on the impact of their gifts that reflect the mission, goals and values of our organization.
A track record of managing people, processes, and deadlines necessary to achieve fundraising goals.
Excellent strategic-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with a proven ability to create work plans and set priorities to achieve long-term goals.
Positive, solutions-oriented attitude and a commitment to maintaining a supportive, empowering culture.
Natural relationship-building instincts and the ability to speak specifically to work experience in developing and maintaining strong working relationships among a wide range of stakeholders.
Understanding of Michigan’s political and environmental arenas.
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems
FOUNDATION MANAGER
ABOUT THE POSITION
Are you a strong communicator who excels at building relationships, writing winning grant proposals, and successfully managing multiple fundraising priorities?
The Grand Canyon Trust is currently hiring a Foundation Manager to work remotely from Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico to manage all aspects of foundation fundraising, which represents nearly 50 percent of the Grand Canyon Trust’s annual income. The Foundation Manager works as an integral member of the Trust’s development team to manage:
Grant Writing and Foundation Stewardship (80%)
Craft proposals, reports, and project budgets in alignment with organizational budgets and by working with staff, finance director, and senior director of development
Write, edit, and submit the letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports to foundations by working collaboratively with appropriate staff members.
Manage the grants calendar and meet all grant proposals and reporting deadlines.
Steward all foundation relationships through regular communication and meaningful, personalized opportunities for engagement.
Research, develop, and steward a new slate of foundation supporters for the Trust’s work.
Balance a heavy volume of writing and editing assignments on a variety of topics with tight deadlines.
Writing/Proofreading (10%)
Provide writing, editing, and proofreading support to all members of the development team in accordance with the Grand Canyon Trust Style Guide.
Administrative (10%)
Ensure all proposals, associated communications, and reports are recorded in Salesforce.
Become fluent in the work of the Trust’s programs and campaigns.
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND DETAILS
Flexible scheduling
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation and two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums
4 percent automatic employer-contribution to 401K retirement plan, plus up to 2 percent match.
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
LOCATION: Work remotely from Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico
COMPENSATION: Up to $65,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
COVID 19 PRECAUTIONS : COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with grant writing and foundation fundraising work.
Ability to synthesize complex material, translate it into compelling text, and communicate it clearly and succinctly.
The ability to inform, influence, and/or persuade a variety of audiences using written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop and produce successfully funded proposals, reports, and other development materials.
Experience interpreting program budgets and financial reports, and utilizing spreadsheets.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and perform effectively under the pressure of multiple deadlines.
Demonstrated experience working with and communicating effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds from lived experience to professional experience The ability to thrive in a setting where teamwork, collaboration, and an iterative process is required.
The ability to develop trusted working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
A commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and the ability to integrate your commitment into your work.
Familiarity with and knowledge of the lands and peoples of the Colorado Plateau.
Knowledge and experience with foundations with an emphasis on environmental fundraising preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite.
Experience working in donor CRMs and communications platforms.
Willingness to travel (approximately 5-10 percent of the time) primarily to northern Arizona.
Note that “experience” includes lived experience, traditional knowledge, volunteer experience, school/coursework, work experience, and other related qualifications, skills, and experience.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@grandcanyontrust.org . The application deadline is Monday, March 28, 2022, at 5 p.m. MT.
WHO WE ARE
Since 1985, the Grand Canyon Trust has been a leading voice in regional conservation on the Colorado Plateau. From protecting the Grand Canyon from continued threats to helping establish and protect national monuments in southern Utah, the Trust works tirelessly to protect the Colorado Plateau’s remarkable landscapes, while respecting the rights of its Native peoples. We are a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to ensuring the region’s public lands, native species, communities, and cultures thrive. We are a dynamic and passionate team that values communication and collaboration to achieve ambitious goals. Learn more at www.grandcanyontrust.org
The Grand Canyon Trust is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We work actively to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of identity including but not limited to: Race, ethnicity, gender, parental status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, contact: careers@grandcanyontrust.org .
Mar 07, 2022
Full time
FOUNDATION MANAGER
ABOUT THE POSITION
Are you a strong communicator who excels at building relationships, writing winning grant proposals, and successfully managing multiple fundraising priorities?
The Grand Canyon Trust is currently hiring a Foundation Manager to work remotely from Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico to manage all aspects of foundation fundraising, which represents nearly 50 percent of the Grand Canyon Trust’s annual income. The Foundation Manager works as an integral member of the Trust’s development team to manage:
Grant Writing and Foundation Stewardship (80%)
Craft proposals, reports, and project budgets in alignment with organizational budgets and by working with staff, finance director, and senior director of development
Write, edit, and submit the letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports to foundations by working collaboratively with appropriate staff members.
Manage the grants calendar and meet all grant proposals and reporting deadlines.
Steward all foundation relationships through regular communication and meaningful, personalized opportunities for engagement.
Research, develop, and steward a new slate of foundation supporters for the Trust’s work.
Balance a heavy volume of writing and editing assignments on a variety of topics with tight deadlines.
Writing/Proofreading (10%)
Provide writing, editing, and proofreading support to all members of the development team in accordance with the Grand Canyon Trust Style Guide.
Administrative (10%)
Ensure all proposals, associated communications, and reports are recorded in Salesforce.
Become fluent in the work of the Trust’s programs and campaigns.
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND DETAILS
Flexible scheduling
12 paid holidays
Two weeks paid vacation and two weeks paid sick leave
12-14 weeks of paid parental leave
100 percent employer-paid employee medical and dental insurance (50 percent employer-paid for qualified dependent premiums
4 percent automatic employer-contribution to 401K retirement plan, plus up to 2 percent match.
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid community service time, sabbatical leave, and more
LOCATION: Work remotely from Arizona, Utah, Colorado, or New Mexico
COMPENSATION: Up to $65,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
COVID 19 PRECAUTIONS : COVID vaccination is required for this position. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, contact careers@grandcanyontrust.org
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with grant writing and foundation fundraising work.
Ability to synthesize complex material, translate it into compelling text, and communicate it clearly and succinctly.
The ability to inform, influence, and/or persuade a variety of audiences using written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop and produce successfully funded proposals, reports, and other development materials.
Experience interpreting program budgets and financial reports, and utilizing spreadsheets.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and perform effectively under the pressure of multiple deadlines.
Demonstrated experience working with and communicating effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds from lived experience to professional experience The ability to thrive in a setting where teamwork, collaboration, and an iterative process is required.
The ability to develop trusted working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
A commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and the ability to integrate your commitment into your work.
Familiarity with and knowledge of the lands and peoples of the Colorado Plateau.
Knowledge and experience with foundations with an emphasis on environmental fundraising preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite.
Experience working in donor CRMs and communications platforms.
Willingness to travel (approximately 5-10 percent of the time) primarily to northern Arizona.
Note that “experience” includes lived experience, traditional knowledge, volunteer experience, school/coursework, work experience, and other related qualifications, skills, and experience.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@grandcanyontrust.org . The application deadline is Monday, March 28, 2022, at 5 p.m. MT.
WHO WE ARE
Since 1985, the Grand Canyon Trust has been a leading voice in regional conservation on the Colorado Plateau. From protecting the Grand Canyon from continued threats to helping establish and protect national monuments in southern Utah, the Trust works tirelessly to protect the Colorado Plateau’s remarkable landscapes, while respecting the rights of its Native peoples. We are a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to ensuring the region’s public lands, native species, communities, and cultures thrive. We are a dynamic and passionate team that values communication and collaboration to achieve ambitious goals. Learn more at www.grandcanyontrust.org
The Grand Canyon Trust is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We work actively to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of identity including but not limited to: Race, ethnicity, gender, parental status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, contact: careers@grandcanyontrust.org .
Title : Senior Vice President (SVP) of Development
Department: Development
Status : Exempt
Reports To : President
Positions Reporting To This Position : VP of Development Partnerships, VP of GiveGreen, VP of Membership & Direct Response Fundraising, VP of Membership & Development Operations, VP of Marketing and Engagement, Special Assistant to Development
Location: Washington DC preferred. Other locations considered .
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-V
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $140,000-$250,000
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) believes our Earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We work to elect climate and democracy champions, and hold elected officials accountable to deliver on the ambitious change the public wants and science demands. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, with highly effective and impactful grassroots and community organizing programs across the country. Core to all of this work is our commitment to advance racial justice and equity.
At LCV, we approach our work through our organizational values -- accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability -- and we are seeking a leader who will help us maintain and expand our fundraising efforts with a deep commitment to these values.
The SVP of Development is a key leadership position that reports to the President, works closely with the Board of Directors and serves on the Executive Team. The SVP of Development will have the exciting opportunity to lead the largest department at LCV in raising over $100 Million+ annually through a combination of membership, major gifts, institutional giving, and special events fundraising.
The SVP is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of our fundraising efforts, ensuring that we set ambitious yet achievable goals by providing leadership, vision, and evaluation of the Development department's performance, as well as managing relationships with some of our most important donors. The SVP will lead a skilled and growing team of over 40 development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and engaging more individuals and institutions in the work and values of LCV (501c4) and related entities, including LCV Education Fund (501c3), LCV Victory Fund (SuperPAC), LCV Action Fund (PAC), GiveGreen (Candidate fundraising), and the broader network of 30 state affiliates collectively called the Conservation Voter Movement (CVM).
The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of overseeing sizable fundraising departments with varied and complex revenue streams, be a creative and thoughtful leader with demonstrated skills as a strong manager of people and systems, and have the ability to plan for and respond to growth. The SVP will need to have a deep commitment to protecting the environment and democracy and a dedication to centering racial justice and equity in all aspects of their work.
Responsibilities :
Development Department Management
Set and drive a clear vision for the Development department that advances organization-wide strategies, goals, and change processes.
Provide leadership, strategic direction, oversight, and the efficient coordination for the development team to execute the development plan and to monitor progress toward these goals.
Lead the fundraising team's creation of a strategic vision for advancing our deep commitment to anti-racism.
Manage, develop, and retain a growing team of 40+ development professionals and actively cultivate a culture of collaboration, openness, trust, equity, inclusion, and support within the department, and in its work with other departments.
Lead the building, implementation, and adoption of systems and practices that support intra- and inter-departmental collaboration, integration, communication, and relationship building. Across functions, programs and campaigns, promote a fundraising culture of trust, support, resource sharing, and transparency.
Prepare yearly and mid-year budgets in collaboration with the Development department leadership team and Finance department, sign invoices and contracts for the department, monitor revenue and expense budgets.
Fundraising Strategy and Implementation
Plan and direct a comprehensive, complex fundraising operation that includes maintaining and growing annual revenues of $100M+ from membership, mid-level donors, major donor principal giving, planned giving, foundations and other institutional funders.
Lead the department’s focus on expanding the racial diversity of the donor and activist base at all levels, and ensure fundraising strategies foster inclusion of donors and activists of color.
Own, manage, and grow a select portfolio of principal gift individual donors, institutional funders, and prospects.
Develop a vision and practices that increase integration and coordination of fundraising across the CVM, which is our network of 30+ state affiliates.
In coordination with NRDC Action Votes & NRDC Action Fund PAC, ensure that GiveGreen, a multi-million dollar candidate fundraising program, is staffed, resourced, and set up to succeed.
In collaboration with the Executive Team, Communications Department, and other senior development staff, create unified and inclusive messages and marketing frames to motivate and inspire individual and institutional donors and prospects at all levels to support LCV and LCVEF’s missions.
Coordinate with operations and campaigns teams to boost the use of data to inform goals and priorities. Work with the development team on short-and long-term revenue forecasting for membership, mid-level and major donor (individual and institutional) programs.
Executive Team Leadership and Organization-wide Goals
Instill a culture of philanthropy throughout LCV.
In collaboration with the Board of Directors and other senior leaders of the organization, help to develop and execute the overarching organizational direction, goals and strategies.
Cultivate strong relationships with the Boards of Directors to drive deeper engagement in stewardship and the fundraising process. Collaborate on recruitment of new Board members with an eye towards creating more age, race, and gender diversity.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 15 years experience leading a robust and complex fundraising operation, with direct experience and knowledge of the full spectrum of development, including planned giving, gift solicitations, institutional fundraising, stewardship, digital and membership, as well as significant staff management. Experience utilizing analytics, data segmentation and reporting to leverage and maximize growth, including retention, upgrade and lapsed strategies. Senior leadership experience and track record of working across multiple program areas and legal entities. Preferred - Electoral campaign experience. Familiarity with grants management and tracking across a large and growing organization. Experience in securing support for 501 (c)(3), 501(c)(4), PAC, and Super PAC contributions. Experience with operationalizing equity and developing equity and justice rooted fundraising strategies. Experience working in and raising money in organizations with an affiliated network structure.
Skills: Deep commitment to the organization's mission and values. High level of cultural competence and ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Proven track record leading a diverse and large team -- including deep experience overseeing staff, hiring, nurturing and developing talent. Proven track record utilizing innovative strategies to maximize fundraising efforts. Proven ability to personally cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and foundation donors at five to seven figure levels. Demonstrated strength in prospect discovery and in building effective strategies to compel new major donor investments. Experience integrating giving programs at various levels to cultivate greater donor commitments. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with various constituencies, including the Board of Directors and various Board committees, other department heads, program directors, staff, and donors. Strong track record of developing and building out effective fundraising infrastructure, including operational systems and processes for fundraising team, financial management, administration, grant and contract management, CRM work, and membership/development administration. Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure, and reactive environment. Ability to be decisive while balancing input against deadlines. Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines while handling multiple projects. Understanding of power, racial, sexual, economic, and gender inequities and their intersection with climate justice. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities and balance sometimes competing internal constituencies. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives and create a results driven culture. Articulate and persuasive communicator in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting case materials and making presentations to a variety of audiences.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the US and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with Board members/major donors/foundations and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to travel regularly and frequently (up to 2-3 times/month post-pandemic) for meetings, training, affiliate engagement as well as internal staff meetings and LCV events. The preference is for the position to be based in Washington DC but other locations will be considered. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, through February 28, 2022.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP of Development” in the subject line by February 21, 2022. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Jan 02, 2022
Full time
Title : Senior Vice President (SVP) of Development
Department: Development
Status : Exempt
Reports To : President
Positions Reporting To This Position : VP of Development Partnerships, VP of GiveGreen, VP of Membership & Direct Response Fundraising, VP of Membership & Development Operations, VP of Marketing and Engagement, Special Assistant to Development
Location: Washington DC preferred. Other locations considered .
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-V
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $140,000-$250,000
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) believes our Earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We work to elect climate and democracy champions, and hold elected officials accountable to deliver on the ambitious change the public wants and science demands. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, with highly effective and impactful grassroots and community organizing programs across the country. Core to all of this work is our commitment to advance racial justice and equity.
At LCV, we approach our work through our organizational values -- accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability -- and we are seeking a leader who will help us maintain and expand our fundraising efforts with a deep commitment to these values.
The SVP of Development is a key leadership position that reports to the President, works closely with the Board of Directors and serves on the Executive Team. The SVP of Development will have the exciting opportunity to lead the largest department at LCV in raising over $100 Million+ annually through a combination of membership, major gifts, institutional giving, and special events fundraising.
The SVP is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of our fundraising efforts, ensuring that we set ambitious yet achievable goals by providing leadership, vision, and evaluation of the Development department's performance, as well as managing relationships with some of our most important donors. The SVP will lead a skilled and growing team of over 40 development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and engaging more individuals and institutions in the work and values of LCV (501c4) and related entities, including LCV Education Fund (501c3), LCV Victory Fund (SuperPAC), LCV Action Fund (PAC), GiveGreen (Candidate fundraising), and the broader network of 30 state affiliates collectively called the Conservation Voter Movement (CVM).
The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of overseeing sizable fundraising departments with varied and complex revenue streams, be a creative and thoughtful leader with demonstrated skills as a strong manager of people and systems, and have the ability to plan for and respond to growth. The SVP will need to have a deep commitment to protecting the environment and democracy and a dedication to centering racial justice and equity in all aspects of their work.
Responsibilities :
Development Department Management
Set and drive a clear vision for the Development department that advances organization-wide strategies, goals, and change processes.
Provide leadership, strategic direction, oversight, and the efficient coordination for the development team to execute the development plan and to monitor progress toward these goals.
Lead the fundraising team's creation of a strategic vision for advancing our deep commitment to anti-racism.
Manage, develop, and retain a growing team of 40+ development professionals and actively cultivate a culture of collaboration, openness, trust, equity, inclusion, and support within the department, and in its work with other departments.
Lead the building, implementation, and adoption of systems and practices that support intra- and inter-departmental collaboration, integration, communication, and relationship building. Across functions, programs and campaigns, promote a fundraising culture of trust, support, resource sharing, and transparency.
Prepare yearly and mid-year budgets in collaboration with the Development department leadership team and Finance department, sign invoices and contracts for the department, monitor revenue and expense budgets.
Fundraising Strategy and Implementation
Plan and direct a comprehensive, complex fundraising operation that includes maintaining and growing annual revenues of $100M+ from membership, mid-level donors, major donor principal giving, planned giving, foundations and other institutional funders.
Lead the department’s focus on expanding the racial diversity of the donor and activist base at all levels, and ensure fundraising strategies foster inclusion of donors and activists of color.
Own, manage, and grow a select portfolio of principal gift individual donors, institutional funders, and prospects.
Develop a vision and practices that increase integration and coordination of fundraising across the CVM, which is our network of 30+ state affiliates.
In coordination with NRDC Action Votes & NRDC Action Fund PAC, ensure that GiveGreen, a multi-million dollar candidate fundraising program, is staffed, resourced, and set up to succeed.
In collaboration with the Executive Team, Communications Department, and other senior development staff, create unified and inclusive messages and marketing frames to motivate and inspire individual and institutional donors and prospects at all levels to support LCV and LCVEF’s missions.
Coordinate with operations and campaigns teams to boost the use of data to inform goals and priorities. Work with the development team on short-and long-term revenue forecasting for membership, mid-level and major donor (individual and institutional) programs.
Executive Team Leadership and Organization-wide Goals
Instill a culture of philanthropy throughout LCV.
In collaboration with the Board of Directors and other senior leaders of the organization, help to develop and execute the overarching organizational direction, goals and strategies.
Cultivate strong relationships with the Boards of Directors to drive deeper engagement in stewardship and the fundraising process. Collaborate on recruitment of new Board members with an eye towards creating more age, race, and gender diversity.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 15 years experience leading a robust and complex fundraising operation, with direct experience and knowledge of the full spectrum of development, including planned giving, gift solicitations, institutional fundraising, stewardship, digital and membership, as well as significant staff management. Experience utilizing analytics, data segmentation and reporting to leverage and maximize growth, including retention, upgrade and lapsed strategies. Senior leadership experience and track record of working across multiple program areas and legal entities. Preferred - Electoral campaign experience. Familiarity with grants management and tracking across a large and growing organization. Experience in securing support for 501 (c)(3), 501(c)(4), PAC, and Super PAC contributions. Experience with operationalizing equity and developing equity and justice rooted fundraising strategies. Experience working in and raising money in organizations with an affiliated network structure.
Skills: Deep commitment to the organization's mission and values. High level of cultural competence and ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Proven track record leading a diverse and large team -- including deep experience overseeing staff, hiring, nurturing and developing talent. Proven track record utilizing innovative strategies to maximize fundraising efforts. Proven ability to personally cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and foundation donors at five to seven figure levels. Demonstrated strength in prospect discovery and in building effective strategies to compel new major donor investments. Experience integrating giving programs at various levels to cultivate greater donor commitments. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with various constituencies, including the Board of Directors and various Board committees, other department heads, program directors, staff, and donors. Strong track record of developing and building out effective fundraising infrastructure, including operational systems and processes for fundraising team, financial management, administration, grant and contract management, CRM work, and membership/development administration. Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure, and reactive environment. Ability to be decisive while balancing input against deadlines. Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines while handling multiple projects. Understanding of power, racial, sexual, economic, and gender inequities and their intersection with climate justice. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities and balance sometimes competing internal constituencies. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives and create a results driven culture. Articulate and persuasive communicator in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting case materials and making presentations to a variety of audiences.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the US and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with Board members/major donors/foundations and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to travel regularly and frequently (up to 2-3 times/month post-pandemic) for meetings, training, affiliate engagement as well as internal staff meetings and LCV events. The preference is for the position to be based in Washington DC but other locations will be considered. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, through February 28, 2022.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP of Development” in the subject line by February 21, 2022. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Please send your resume and a cover letter to recruiting@earlymilestones.org.
Early Milestones Colorado (Early Milestones) , a dynamic, action- and results-oriented statewide nonprofit working to advance success for young children and families across Colorado, is currently seeking a Deputy Director. The candidate must be passionate about systems building in early childhood; exhibit a high comfort level cultivating, developing, and implementing complex projects; enjoy managing a high-functioning team; and be a key driver in a continuous learning environment.
Summary of the Position:
The Deputy Director will direct the development and execution of Early Milestones’ research, practice, and policy work. The Deputy Director will work with the organization’s leadership to chart Early Milestones’ evolution per the organization’s multi-year strategic plan and ensure successful implementation of the organization’s internal and external commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). This position will support Program Directors in expanding our revenue sources, including building fee-for-service work; and position our research activities toward a more proactive orientation.
What you will do:
With the Executive Director and Director of Operations, operationalize the organization’s three-year strategic plan, monitor progress, and anticipate and execute on any necessary adjustments.
Partner with the Executive Director on the development and execution of the organization’s growth strategy; support the cultivation of new projects focused on practice, policy, and research; and oversee the organization’s portfolio of projects, to ensure consistency in the quality of approach and to maximize Early Milestones’ systemic impact.
Explore and develop the strategy to grow the organization’s fee-for-service revenues and research and policy activities.
Participate in leadership team activities (e.g., personnel matters, board planning).
Monitor and interpret state and national field developments and discern and direct cross-project learnings to continuously increase Early Milestones’ impact on systemic change.
Anticipate and leverage opportunities to promote Early Milestones projects at the state and national level including with national foundations.
Direct and support Program and Research Directors’ efforts to foster strategic partnerships and collaborations with organizations or groups that can help advance Early Milestones’ mission. Serve as a liaison with community members, foundation partners, and project fiscal agents.
Convey knowledge and technical expertise in early childhood research, policy, and practice areas and make connections between Early Milestones’ work and other relevant public and private partner work at the state and national level.
Direct strategies to translate local implementation experiences and research findings to inform relevant potential policy change and enhance Early Milestones’ capabilities to determine and communicate about how equity is and is not realized across Colorado’s early childhood ecosystem.
What we are looking for:
The successful candidate has the following education and experience requirements and core competencies:
Advanced degree in relevant field required, Ph.D. preferred.
10+ years of experience in a nonprofit organization, research organization, or academic institution focused on early childhood issues required.
7+ years of relevant and progressive work experience in project management, system-building efforts, and local, state, or national policy work concerning early childhood issues, 2+ years in a senior management position.
Demonstrated strategic planning and execution with the ability to identify emerging trends and opportunities and prioritize and pivot accordingly.
Skilled in directing applied and/or responsive research, including both qualitative and quantitative methods.
4+ years of supervisory experience fostering high-functioning teams.
Track record of cultivating and establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders and partner entities.
Expertise in health and well-being, family support and education, or preschool through third grade (P-3) learning and development systems strongly preferred.
Demonstrated dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as articulated in Early Milestones’ DEI statement and commitments.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for the mission of Early Milestones.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently with the ability to synthesize scientific and technical concepts for lay audiences and message complex findings persuasively and articulately both verbally and in writing; comfortable with public speaking, preparing, and delivering presentations.
Experience in improving local systems supporting children and families; facile in translating community experiences into specific policy barriers and/or opportunities and facilitating bi-directional communication for greatest impact.
Demonstrated skills in organizational budgeting, forecasting, and business development with a variety of sources including foundations, state and federal government, social science research entities, and other fee-for-service.
About Early Milestones Colorado:
Early Milestones is a statewide nonprofit organization with a simple yet ambitious goal - to make Colorado the best place to raise a child . Our small but mighty team works with local communities, state agencies, foundations, and national experts to create equitable, lasting improvements for children prenatal through age eight across the areas of learning and development, health and well-being, and family support and education. Early Milestones’ staff consists of highly motivated self-starters who are committed to the success of the organization and who work both independently and collaboratively with outstanding results. Early Milestones works to ensure that all children and families, especially those who have been historically marginalized, have access to the opportunities and resources needed to be valued, healthy, and thriving. We strive to embed an equity lens into our daily work and continually update our practices to reflect new learning.
Early Milestones is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity and seeks diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills to enhance our culture and fulfill our core values. We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and non-binary people, veterans, parents, first-generation immigrants, those who were first in their families to attend college, and individuals with disabilities to apply. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
If you value the same and are seeking to inspire and be inspired by a vibrant, thriving, mission-driven organization, Early Milestones may be a great fit for you.
Early Milestones staff are primarily working remotely during this time, although this position may require some in-person interactions with some staff. Staff members are provided with appropriate equipment and access to technology to effectively work from home. As conditions change with the pandemic, more in-person internal and external meetings may be necessary to fulfill the duties of the position.
Benefits:
Early Milestones is proud to be recognized as a Family-Friendly (FF+) Business through Health Links . Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off (vacation and personal days); parental leave; an employer-matched 401K plan; ongoing professional development; and the opportunity to work with and learn from a terrific team!
Aug 26, 2021
Full time
Please send your resume and a cover letter to recruiting@earlymilestones.org.
Early Milestones Colorado (Early Milestones) , a dynamic, action- and results-oriented statewide nonprofit working to advance success for young children and families across Colorado, is currently seeking a Deputy Director. The candidate must be passionate about systems building in early childhood; exhibit a high comfort level cultivating, developing, and implementing complex projects; enjoy managing a high-functioning team; and be a key driver in a continuous learning environment.
Summary of the Position:
The Deputy Director will direct the development and execution of Early Milestones’ research, practice, and policy work. The Deputy Director will work with the organization’s leadership to chart Early Milestones’ evolution per the organization’s multi-year strategic plan and ensure successful implementation of the organization’s internal and external commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). This position will support Program Directors in expanding our revenue sources, including building fee-for-service work; and position our research activities toward a more proactive orientation.
What you will do:
With the Executive Director and Director of Operations, operationalize the organization’s three-year strategic plan, monitor progress, and anticipate and execute on any necessary adjustments.
Partner with the Executive Director on the development and execution of the organization’s growth strategy; support the cultivation of new projects focused on practice, policy, and research; and oversee the organization’s portfolio of projects, to ensure consistency in the quality of approach and to maximize Early Milestones’ systemic impact.
Explore and develop the strategy to grow the organization’s fee-for-service revenues and research and policy activities.
Participate in leadership team activities (e.g., personnel matters, board planning).
Monitor and interpret state and national field developments and discern and direct cross-project learnings to continuously increase Early Milestones’ impact on systemic change.
Anticipate and leverage opportunities to promote Early Milestones projects at the state and national level including with national foundations.
Direct and support Program and Research Directors’ efforts to foster strategic partnerships and collaborations with organizations or groups that can help advance Early Milestones’ mission. Serve as a liaison with community members, foundation partners, and project fiscal agents.
Convey knowledge and technical expertise in early childhood research, policy, and practice areas and make connections between Early Milestones’ work and other relevant public and private partner work at the state and national level.
Direct strategies to translate local implementation experiences and research findings to inform relevant potential policy change and enhance Early Milestones’ capabilities to determine and communicate about how equity is and is not realized across Colorado’s early childhood ecosystem.
What we are looking for:
The successful candidate has the following education and experience requirements and core competencies:
Advanced degree in relevant field required, Ph.D. preferred.
10+ years of experience in a nonprofit organization, research organization, or academic institution focused on early childhood issues required.
7+ years of relevant and progressive work experience in project management, system-building efforts, and local, state, or national policy work concerning early childhood issues, 2+ years in a senior management position.
Demonstrated strategic planning and execution with the ability to identify emerging trends and opportunities and prioritize and pivot accordingly.
Skilled in directing applied and/or responsive research, including both qualitative and quantitative methods.
4+ years of supervisory experience fostering high-functioning teams.
Track record of cultivating and establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders and partner entities.
Expertise in health and well-being, family support and education, or preschool through third grade (P-3) learning and development systems strongly preferred.
Demonstrated dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as articulated in Early Milestones’ DEI statement and commitments.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for the mission of Early Milestones.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently with the ability to synthesize scientific and technical concepts for lay audiences and message complex findings persuasively and articulately both verbally and in writing; comfortable with public speaking, preparing, and delivering presentations.
Experience in improving local systems supporting children and families; facile in translating community experiences into specific policy barriers and/or opportunities and facilitating bi-directional communication for greatest impact.
Demonstrated skills in organizational budgeting, forecasting, and business development with a variety of sources including foundations, state and federal government, social science research entities, and other fee-for-service.
About Early Milestones Colorado:
Early Milestones is a statewide nonprofit organization with a simple yet ambitious goal - to make Colorado the best place to raise a child . Our small but mighty team works with local communities, state agencies, foundations, and national experts to create equitable, lasting improvements for children prenatal through age eight across the areas of learning and development, health and well-being, and family support and education. Early Milestones’ staff consists of highly motivated self-starters who are committed to the success of the organization and who work both independently and collaboratively with outstanding results. Early Milestones works to ensure that all children and families, especially those who have been historically marginalized, have access to the opportunities and resources needed to be valued, healthy, and thriving. We strive to embed an equity lens into our daily work and continually update our practices to reflect new learning.
Early Milestones is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity and seeks diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills to enhance our culture and fulfill our core values. We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and non-binary people, veterans, parents, first-generation immigrants, those who were first in their families to attend college, and individuals with disabilities to apply. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
If you value the same and are seeking to inspire and be inspired by a vibrant, thriving, mission-driven organization, Early Milestones may be a great fit for you.
Early Milestones staff are primarily working remotely during this time, although this position may require some in-person interactions with some staff. Staff members are provided with appropriate equipment and access to technology to effectively work from home. As conditions change with the pandemic, more in-person internal and external meetings may be necessary to fulfill the duties of the position.
Benefits:
Early Milestones is proud to be recognized as a Family-Friendly (FF+) Business through Health Links . Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off (vacation and personal days); parental leave; an employer-matched 401K plan; ongoing professional development; and the opportunity to work with and learn from a terrific team!