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Communications Manager
Yiddish Book Center (posted Jun 2, 2021)

The Yiddish Book Center is currently seeking a Communications Manager to manage and support areas of content curation and creation, social media, media outreach, and project coordination. This position reports to the director of communications and marketing. The Center offers meaningful and challenging positions, a warm, friendly atmosphere, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits. This is a full-time position. For a full job description visit: https://www.yiddishbookcenter.org/about/employment 

Development Manager
Karuna Center for Peacebuilding (posted Jun 1, 2021)

The Development Manager is a newly created half-time staff position that will play a key role in advancing Karuna Center for Peacebuilding’s development efforts as it launches into a new phase of growth. If you want to use your fundraising experience and skills to make a difference in building peace globally and help to bridge divides in the US, this could be the job for you! We are looking for a go getter who is skilled in building relationships, has a track record of successful fundraising, and thrives in a collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to ‘think big’ and play a critical role in advancing Karuna’s mission-driven work. For a complete job description, see: www.karunacenter.org/jobs

Director of Gift Planning
Davidson College (posted May 27, 2021)

Davidson College Established in 1837 and located approximately 20 miles north of Charlotte, NC near Lake Norman, Davidson College is consistently regarded as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation and competes in Division I athletics as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. Professionals with strong collaboration and communication skills and an orientation toward philanthropy are encouraged to apply for this position. The Director of Gift Planning is a leadership fundraising role responsible for managing all aspects of the gift planning program, including marketing and awareness efforts, personal relationship management, and gift planning consultation. Extensive travel is required.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of three years related experience required. Requires familiarity with sophisticated financial, legal and philanthropic concepts. Fundraising experience with a record of successfully inspiring philanthropy is also preferred. To apply for this position please visit the Davidson website here.  

At Davidson College, we believe the college grows stronger by recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff committed to building an inclusive community. In order to achieve and sustain educational excellence, we seek to hire talented faculty and staff across the intersections of diverse races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, political perspectives, abilities, cultures, and national origins.

Leadership Annual Giving Officer
Western New England University (posted May 26, 2021)

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Leadership Annual Giving Officer is responsible for identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors with the capacity to give at the level of $1,000 – $25,000. They will be a highly motivated professional who will be deeply involved in the fundraising efforts in support of current-use annual giving from individual donors with an emphasis on new donor acquisition, upgrades, growing alumni participation and developing a pipeline for major gifts. Solicitations will be multi-channel, including, but not limited to, phone calls, mail, emails, and personal meetings. The candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as within a team environment. Strong organizational, analytical, and managerial skills are necessary as well as the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing). Bachelor's degree. One or more years of fundraising (or related sales) experience devising and executing face-to-face solicitations. Proven ability to communicate and present persuasively, build relationships and influence others. Strong organizational and database skills. Willingness to travel on daily and/or weekly basis locally or assigned geographic territories. Sense of humor and positive attitude. Excellent fringe benefits including tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependent children.

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University serves 3,900 students, including more than 2,600 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Pharmacy, and School of Law. Western New England University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome candidates whose background may contribute to the further diversification of our community. To apply to this position please visit http://employment.wne.edu.

Senior Program Officer, Foster Youth
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation (posted May 25, 2021)

International hotelier Conrad N. Hilton established the grantmaking foundation that bears his name in 1944 to help people living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage worldwide. Today, the work continues, concentrating on efforts to improve early childhood development outcomes, support older youth as they transition from foster care, ensure opportunity youth can access career pathways, prevent homelessness, identify solutions to safe-water access, help integrate refugees into society and lift the work of Catholic sisters. Additionally, following selection by an independent, international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2.5 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to an organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. The Foundation is one of the world's largest, with assets recently growing to approximately $7.5 billion. It has awarded grants to date totaling more than $2 billion, $207 million worldwide in 2020. Please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org for more information.

Job Summary
The Senior Program Officer (SPO) is a strategic leader and portfolio manager for the Foundation's Foster Youth initiative. This role will serve to advance the Foundation's mission of impacting those experiencing disadvantage, specifically by supporting efforts aimed at improving the developmental outcomes of our Foster Youth program. The initiative provides services, connections, skills and supports that enable youth in Los Angeles and New York City who are transitioning out of foster care to lead healthy, meaningful, and self-sufficient lives. The ultimate aim of this work is to erase any disparities in education, employment, and well-being that affect transition age foster youth. As part of our new five-year strategy, we plan to expand this program to include a third U.S. metropolitan area, with consideration of racial and other inequities being a key criterion in our selection process.

The SPO is the content expert and thought leader of the Foster Youth initiative. S/he provides creative thinking in both strategy direction and in the day-to-day management of the sub-initiative portfolio. In addition to strategic leadership and portfolio management, the SPO is responsible for supporting the management of the eventual 2-person team while providing guidance on learning and evaluation efforts that will inform strategy implementation, grant monitoring, management, integration across the portfolio, and future strategy development. The SPO will initiate and sustain external partnerships with grantees, stakeholders, policy decision makers, and other funders. This position reports to the Director, Older Youth.

Responsibilities

Initiative Planning and Implementation: • Plans and develops strategy and leads the implementation of the Foundation's Foster Youth Sub Initiative • Presents strategy and progress updates to the Board of Directors in coordination with the Older Youth Director • Works with internal (SLED team) and external evaluators and research partners to track progress toward initiative goals • Works collaboratively with a range of partners to share learnings and co-organize annual grantee convenings and periodic webinars • Explores innovative new areas for grantmaking in order to achieve strategic goals • Collaborates with Foundation staff to further advocacy goals, including use of the Foundation's influence and voice to encourage greater investment in foster youth

Grantmaking and Grantee Relations: • Works in partnership with and leads the sub-Initiative team in the following: o Identifies potential grantees and projects o Investigates and evaluates grant proposals and develops compelling grant writeups with the sub-Initiative team o Monitors and evaluates strategic sub-initiative and grantee performance o Conducts site visits o Conducts due diligence to assess grantee work o Provides advice/area expertise assistance to and maintains an open, ongoing relationship with granteesNurtures partnerships among grantees and linkages to key stakeholders to promote systems change • Collaborates with the Director, VPSP and the team to integrate diversity, equity and inclusion into the Initiative grantmaking • Works with VPSP, Director, FY team, PAC, and SLED to develop advocacy plans and engage partners to build and cultivate strategic partnerships to leverage advocacy opportunities with local government and other implementing partners

Issues and Trend Analysis: • Engages and develops relations to strengthen strategic coalition-building within the sector • Convenes meetings of key government, philanthropic, and nonprofit leaders to mobilize coordinated efforts and funding in strategic initiatives • Represents the Foundation to various constituencies through verbal and written communications (annual reports, brochures, correspondence) and through participating in outside conferences and meetings • Works with other leaders in the field to strengthen and further build the field • Develops partnerships with parent-led community groups and organizations to ensure that their perspectives are heard • Collaborates with other public and private funders to advance strategic priorities • Works with SLED, PAC and Director to develop advocacy and communications plan for Foster Youth Sub-Initiative • Engages and responds effectively to the broader knowledge in the field by aligning grantmaking with emerging learning and opportunities in the field • Pursues and promotes learning throughout the field/sector • Remains informed of current research, policy, activities, and trends in the issues related to FY/TAY and Initiative's geography

Management and Program Team Relations: • Builds collaborative and positive working relationships and effective communication channels with team members and staff from other departments (to include other initiatives that are also working in Los Angeles) • Effectively manages direct reports and provides mentorship in developing professionally • Guides support provided by the Senior Advocacy Officer to further sub-initiative advocacy goals • Collaborates with SLED to further monitor and evaluate the sub-initiative • Participates in team meetings to review grant recommendations, provide updates on grantee progress, determine technical assistance needs of grantees, plan convening, evaluation and communications activities, and share and reflect on experiences in the field and related program activity • Identifies the need and scope of work for consultants within the sub-initiative and monitors work as required

Qualifications Required: • Graduate degree in public health, public policy, social welfare or a related field • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in grantmaking and/or program development/management • Demonstrated expertise and work experience with approaches to improving foster youth at program, research, and public policy levels • Commitment and belief in strategic philanthropy, and diversity, equity, and inclusion • Ability to travel domestically and internationally • Knowledgeable regarding the systems that affect foster youth and their caregivers and approaches to foster systems change and greater equity at local, state and national levels • Experience, or relevant experience, in strategic planning and implementation and in coordinating public/private efforts for long-term, systemic social impact • A passion for and a commitment to the Foundation's mission, social justice and the development of foster youth • Excellent written/oral communication, presentation and public speaking skills • Ability to develop effective and professional relationships with internal and external colleagues and partners from the grassroots to the grasstops • Strong strategic, conceptual and critical thinking abilities; capacity to navigate through ambiguity • Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with high attention to priority and detail • Works well independently and within a team and demonstrates a high degree of initiative, flexibility, collaboration and cultural sensitivity • Strong managerial skills and ability to professionally develop team members • The personal presence to represent the Foundation in diverse forums and organizational relationships

Desired: • A practical understanding of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector • Understanding of strategic grantmaking About our Benefits We value the health and well-being of our employees, some of the benefits we offer include: • Comprehensive and generous health and life insurance options • Fitness benefits • Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave • Flexible work schedules and technology benefits • Foundation-funded retirement savings plan • Professional learning and development and educational assistance • Employee matching gifts to qualified non-profit organizations Apply Here.

Director of Development
Berkshire Agricultural Ventures (posted May 18, 2021)

Berkshire Agricultural Ventures seeks a Director of Development to plan and implement its overall fundraising (i.e., grants, individuals, family and community foundations) to support our program work. BAV’s mission is to help grow the regional food economy by providing flexible financing and technical assistance for farms and food businesses in Berkshire County, MA, Columbia and Dutchess Counties, NY and Litchfield County, CT. Most of the money we raise supports on the ground projects and impactful program work. To date, we have supported over 100 farms and food businesses in our three states, four county service area. BAV has been acknowledged for its unique and flexible impact investing role by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation and Next Street Capital. BAV is also the designated lead organization in implementing the food and agriculture component of the Berkshire Blueprint 2.0 with 1Berkshire. In fall 2018 BAV received a 1Berkshire Trendsetter Award for “Growing and Advancing the Berkshire Economy.”

Our current donor cultivation and stewardship of donors occurs through face to face conversations, personalized appeals, monthly newsletters, and occasional events. The Executive Director and Office Manager, as well as the two field program staff, contribute to donor stewardship and the development of government and national and regional foundation grant proposals. At this time in BAV’s organizational history, we need to both be more strategic and engage the larger community more effectively through our outreach and stewardship efforts in our development work. This is critical to building our role as a strong and vital community-engaged and rooted organization. The Director of Development would have principal responsibility for donor cultivation, engagement and stewardship. The Director of Development will report to the Executive Director and would support and guide organizational development efforts and a yet to be established board development committee. The work expected in this role is both conceptual and strategic as well as hands on execution. It is our aim to raise $1 million toward our Revolving Loan Fund, a major driver of organizational sustainability, within five years.

Responsibilities:

Overall: Develop strategy, calendar and operational plans for a professionalized approach to annual individual giving activities; establish professional systems for tracking and acknowledging gifts; maintain a pipeline for new prospects through a program for identification, engagement, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and donor recognition; manage day to day operations of BAV’s development work; develop and manage the development budget. Provide staff training, implement procedures and reporting, and own the management of software applications such as DonorPerfect; become familiar with BAV’s programs and staff to communicate their value to donors; maintain development messaging for the newsletters and annual report, as well as with ideas for Facebook and the website to enhance donor support. Develop working relationships with the Board to support fundraising efforts. Include donor stories wherever possible in the newsletter, on the website, on social media and in the press.

Annual Giving: Strategize how best to grow the success of the current annual giving program and grow to meet or exceed budgeted goals; draft letters to different tiers of prospects. Write appeal letters and update acknowledgement letters and engage the Board and staff.

Major gifts: Working closely with the Executive Director and the Board, develop a potential list of major donors and new prospects creating individual cultivation strategies for each. These gifts are $5,000 and higher. Planned gifts: Seek opportunities to include planned giving in mailings, announcements, website and brochures. Identify and meet with potential donors.

Special Events: Provide direction and strategy for inaugural special events and farm tours.

Comprehensive Campaign: Work with Executive Director and board to incrementally prepare for a $1 million dollar campaign that includes a possible endowment and possible program/project financing reserves.

Key Qualifications:  The Director of Development will have:
-5 years of development experience with a demonstrated record of success, ideally within the New England or larger Northeast regional food system
- Strategic, creative team leader who can be a good mentor
- Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to achieve results
- Staff management background with a track record of measuring and motivating growth and individual and team progress against goals
- Proven ability to work with board and volunteers to advance a philanthropic mission
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to influence donors and volunteers through written and verbal presentations
- Experience in special event planning and/or hands-on coordination
- Facility with at least one donor management software program and preferably DonorPerfect
- Highly proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets)
- Experience using Asana or other project management platform for team collaboration, and/or willingness to learn
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- High attention to the important details of development work
- Experience in food and agriculture preferred
- Bachelor’s degree preferred Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to info@berkshireagventure.org. This is a salaried position, salary dependent upon experience. Statutory benefits included. BAV is an equal opportunity employer and LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folks are encouraged to apply.

Development Coordinator and Data Ranger
Connecticut River Conservancy (posted May 17, 2021)

Want to join a dynamic local nonprofit working to preserve and protect the Connecticut River? Are you a lover of data and the details? Have experience with, or interest in, non-profit development? We’d love to hear from you! Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) is hiring a Development Coordinator and Data Ranger to join our development team full-time. This position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day functioning of CRC’s development department and the organization’s CRM software. The person in this role is responsible for effective use of the donor database and supports all philanthropic giving functions. This position requires a high level of confidentiality and attention to detail. It requires a minimum of 3 days a week working in the Greenfield office (with strict COVID precautions in place) and reports to the development director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Database Administration • Accurate data entry and record maintenance in the organization’s CRM (Virtuous), including preparing and importing external data and lists into the software. • Collaborate with finance staff to ensure that all donations have been entered correctly in both the donor software and accounting systems, including regular gift imports and monthly reconciling. • Ensure accurate entry of gift pledges, planned gifts, and recurring gifts, and help to generate pledge reminders, and planned giving communications. • In coordination with development director, consistently and accurately implement data coding system to ensure constituents receive appropriate communications and fundraising outcomes are measurable. • Help to create and maintain processes and forms for collecting and importing data from external sources, including the Source to Sea Cleanup, restoration projects, events, the online store, donor prospect lists and volunteer projects to ensure accurate coding and data integration. • Prepare queries, exports and merges for appeals and mailings. • Maintain organizational email lists and create new ones as needed. • Maintain tags and custom fields to accurately track different constituent groups, donor portfolios, and other information within the software. • Merge duplicate records, manually edit contact information, and regular data cleaning as needed. • Generate regular reporting on income and donor base for staff and board.

Development and Donor Relations • Process and acknowledge all donations within 3 business days, including acknowledgments for CRC, affiliates, and fiscal sponsored organizations. • Oversee processes that ensure accurate, engaging, and up-to-date donor acknowledgements and personal thank yous, including creating and maintaining process workflows in the software. • Manage production process for mail and email appeals and other communications, including establishing and following timelines, preparing data for mail house, coordinating with development staff for data review, and working with office manager to assist with mailings and administrative support. • Identify lapsed donors and sustaining donors with expiring pledges or payment methods and follow up. • Periodically review and update donor correspondence and acknowledgement process and templates for all gifts in coordination with development director. • Create accurate contributor lists for newsletters and annual reports. • Steward and build relationships with an assigned donor portfolio, including communicating with donors throughout the year and asking them to make a gift. Support and Training • Serve as an on-call “help desk” to assist all CRC staff and trustees in effectively using the software, including providing assistance and training, and completing time-sensitive tasks in the software as needed. • Supervise and mentor team of data volunteers, including providing orientation, assigning projects, and checking in on process. • Provide administrative support to the development director and associate development director.

Other Responsibilities • Continue to refine and improve efficiency of administrative processes. • Document and update process manual for tasks related to position. • Other tasks as requested.

Qualifications • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Commitment to the work of building a community of individual donors to sustainably support the organization. Experience with non-profit development a plus. • Experience with CRM software (Virtuous or similar), data entry, pulling queries and running reports. • Microsoft Office experience, including advanced knowledge of Excel, running mail merges, and ability to troubleshoot basic Word and web questions within a PC environment. • Quick and accurate data entry. • Excellent communications skills including ability to connect by phone and email with donors and other CRC constituents. • Ability to train and provide support to staff, trustees, and volunteers in using the CRM. • Ability to work effectively and to meet deadlines. • Dependability and flexibility. • Takes initiative to identify and solve problems. • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Please send cover letter and resume to Corey Kurtz, Development Director, at ckurtz@ctriver.org. Applications close June 1, 2021. CRC is an equal opportunity employer. We highly encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and we value the insights, knowledge, and perspective that a diverse staff bring to our organization and work.

Director of Development Lyman Briggs College
Michigan State University (posted May 17, 2021)

The Lyman Briggs College at Michigan State University seeks a Director of Development to lead its fundraising and alumni relations program. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, have demonstrated experience as a collaborator, strong management skills, and a track record of personal fundraising success. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned advancement professional to grow philanthropic support from individuals, corporations and foundations. Reporting to both the Executive Director of Constituency Programs and the Dean of the College, the Director will have responsibility for increasing the philanthropic potential for the Lyman Briggs College. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with key teams within Lyman Briggs, University Advancement, and across campus.

The Director will be a confident, creative, enthusiastic, and results-oriented leader. Managing a team of professional and administrative staff, the Director will personally participate in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major/principal gifts and will also be an active and visible member of the network that includes Lyman Briggs’ key donors, both regionally and nationally. The Director of Development for Lyman Briggs College will preferably have an understanding of and appreciation for the sciences in order to build upon the foundation of its advancement program. The Director is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individuals, corporations, and foundations for significant 5-, 6- and 7-figure gifts to support scholarships, programs, and building renovations.

Lyman Briggs College is a residential, undergraduate, science-focused learning community dedicated to innovative and inclusive teaching, research, and engagement with the sciences in their diverse human, social, and global contexts. Lyman Briggs students build strong foundations through science and math courses (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths) as well as History, Philosophy, Sociology, and Communication of Sciences. Briggs is the only college of its kind in the country, offering this integrated and innovative science instruction in a close-knit living-learning community, with small class sizes, and with the resources and opportunities of one of the world's premier research universities. LBC graduates go on to be scientists, doctors, and engaged citizens of the world. LBC is committed to achieving excellence by creating and sustaining an accessible and inclusive culture that values cultural and academic diversity. Therefore, we are particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that excellence and diversity are achieved through shared trust and respect, open access, and proactive inclusion. 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising: • Develop and manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, with emphasis on 5-, 6-, and especially 7-figure gifts. • Work closely with the Dean of Lyman Briggs College on a philanthropic strategic plan. • Collaborate with other advancement colleagues on donor cultivation and solicitation. • Plan and implement comprehensive strategies for prospects through the donor cycle of identification, solicitation and cultivation, and stewardship, coordinating activities with development colleagues across campus and the geographic regions, where appropriate. • Provide assistance to donors regarding tax laws, policies and procedures and resolving problems to maintain a positive image of the University and College.

Personnel Management: • Set clear direction and priorities for staff. Promote excellence through well-defined and measurable goals; inspire and motivate staff through the free flow of information, placing staff members’ work within the context of Lyman Briggs strategic priorities as well as within the mission of Michigan State University, consistent with University Advancement policies and procedures. • Lead by example; foster a work environment that recognizes and rewards cross-functional collaboration and team-based efforts. Celebrate current achievements and set clear expectations for future success. • Actively mentor and train staff, providing frequent opportunities for professional learning and growth; emphasize retention as a means of increasing capacity and expertise of the team. Fully leverage human and financial resources and promote greater efficiency. • Provide the structure and guidance necessary to promote a high-performance culture. • Recruit, train, motivate, and evaluate volunteers to accomplish program goals and objectives.

Programmatic Management: • Define and pursue a comprehensive, effective program for engagement and stewardship of past, current and future donors; oversee principal/major gift and annual giving functions for the Lyman Briggs College; emphasize cultivation strategies that recognize the importance of personal interest and motivation in philanthropy to maximize donor potential; create and promote opportunities for increased volunteerism in coordination with University Advancement procedures. • Audit internal operations to develop standardized procedures and to ensure conformity with established development policies. • Plan, host and communicate at internal and external meetings to provide information on Lyman Briggs initiatives and the University more broadly. • Develop and monitor budget and expenses to ensure stewardship of college and university resources and alignment with goals. • Assist in setting both long- and short-term goals to determine resources required. • Participate with appropriate teams to strategically link to outreach activities that have the potential to align and synergize with the philanthropic community. • Collaborate and coordinate with marketing and communication teams at Lyman Briggs, University Advancement, and MSU.

COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Interacts with: • LBC and other Michigan State University alumni, individuals, corporations, foundations, and community members. • LBC faculty and advisors – with a focus on building a culture of philanthropy that includes working collaboratively to develop fundraising priorities and engaging them in the fundraising process. • LBC staff – to train and oversee their work and to establish priorities. • Unit Heads/Michigan State University Executive Management. • Michigan State University Vice President of University Advancement. • Michigan State University Fundraising Colleagues. • Professional Organizations & Peers. • Volunteers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Direction is received from the Executive Director of Constituency Programs and the Dean of the Lyman Briggs College.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provide leadership for the college Engagement Team and collaborate with professionals focused on engagement of all forms and with a variety of stakeholders including alumni, corporate and foundation partners, college members, and donors. Supervision over the Alumni & Donor Relations Coordinator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, and/or Business. • Three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in higher education fundraising. • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Undergraduate degree, advanced degree is preferred. • Five to seven years in professional fundraising, preferably five or more in higher education or with a science focused organization. Demonstrated experience in marketing, development of budgets, preparation and presentation of case statements, and analysis of operations. • A demonstrated commitment to MSU’s core institutional values, including strengthening a climate of respect, caring, diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Meaningful experience in or knowledge of all key development areas (major giving, annual fund, planned giving, and corporate and foundation relations). • Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and steward leadership gifts at the 6- and 7-figure level. • A proven and sustained track record of success leading a development operation. • An approach to management that brings out the best in staff and yields pride, ownership, and a sense of team effort. • Superior communication skills and the ability to connect with a variety of audiences. • Exceptional experience in working in a collaborative and complex organization that assures donor coordination. • Ability to prepare clear and effective written and oral presentations. • Demonstrated ability to plan and successfully execute a significant comprehensive campaign. • Working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving; the ability to travel regionally and nationally.

How to Apply:  For questions regarding this position, please contact Pat Karam, Director of Recruitment, University Advancement, karampat@msu.edu. All candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web based system, the URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 705007 when submitting your application. Screening of applicants will continue until the position is filled. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Associate Director of Development, Student Affairs and Services
Michigan State University (posted May 10, 2021)

The expanding team at Michigan State University’s Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education is responsible for raising funds for crucial initiatives dedicated to the undergraduate student experience. This expanded unit will raise critical support for undergraduate scholarships, student engagement, undergraduate student success initiatives, and the Student Services Division, all of which directly impact the experience and success of undergraduate students. The Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education team is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic and results-oriented individual to join its dynamic fundraising team as the Associate Director of Development for Student Affairs and Services. The Associate Director will be instrumental in helping the unit achieve aggressive goals by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting individuals for significant 6- and 7-figure support as well as periodic special purpose appeals and programs with key constituencies, corporations and foundations. This individual will serve as the lead fundraiser for the Division of Student Affairs and Services. The Division serves the entire student population of the university through a variety of organizational entities, programs and services.

All of this support is rooted in three over-arching themes for the student population:
 • Living, Learning and Leading – includes focus on career services, service-learning and civic engagement, leadership development, and college life;
• Culture and Identity – creating a welcoming and safe environment for all students, this includes greek life, the LGBT Resource Center, and the Multicultural Unit Center
• Health, Wellness and Safety – information and services to help students develop and maintain good physical, psychological and emotional health.

The Associate Director of Development is expected to be an accomplished, responsive and collaborative member of the Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education Team who executes an aggressive schedule of donor activity to ensure a continuous pipeline of private support for the university. The Associate Director will report directly to the Senior Director of Development for the Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education and work closely with the Vice President for Student Affairs and Services and the program directors in the Student Affairs and Services Division. The Associate Director of Development will manage a portfolio of approximately 120 major donor prospects, focusing efforts on prospects whose philanthropic capacity is $100,000 or more in order to maximize the fundraising potential on behalf of Michigan State University. The Associate Director will average 12-15 significant and strategic contacts per month, which will result in greater engagement and movement toward a major gift solicitation at a rate of 2 to 4 solicitations per month, with all solicitation efforts cleared and coordinated with the Office of University Development at Michigan State University. The Associate Director will dedicate a significant amount of time traveling throughout the United States.

The duties of the Associate Director of Development for Student Services are as follows but are not limited to:

Job Duties:
FUNDRAISING • Engage in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, professional groups and key constituencies in support of the Student Services Division at Michigan State University. • Collaborate and coordinate with University Advancement, and administrators and faculty of the Student Services Division, the Office of the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education, the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Admissions to create and carry out fundraising strategies and solicitation of gifts of $100,000 and more. • Identify and maintain an active pool of 120 prospects under strategic management. • Achieve the unit’s fundraising goals through an active and consistent program of prospect/donor outreach that includes approximately 150 significant personal contacts annually. Utilize phone calls, email, mail, social media and other strategies to identify, connect with and engage alumni with the goal of soliciting financial support of the university. • Identify, qualify and work to build strong, engaged relationships with major gift prospects to determine and merge prospect passions/interests/needs with the Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education Team’s areas of funding priority and opportunity. • Develop and implement targeted strategies to maximize the involvement of key volunteers in the Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education development effort. Schedule joint prospect visits with members of the university leadership, faculty or other Development colleagues, when appropriate. • Serve as a liaison officer between the Unit and donors and potential donors to ensure that such information and service as may be desired is provided to the full extent permitted by University policy, rules and regulations. • Serve as a consultant to donors on the tax advantage of various types of gifts. • Plan and host campus visits for donors or potential donors or their representatives. • Prepare annual personal fundraising goals and analyze/report goal accomplishment. Assist in planning and implementing special purpose appeals as necessary.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT • Serve on point for the identification of funding priorities and developing the case for support for the Student Services Division. • Develop and prepare solicitation appeals, development and alumni articles, marketing and communication materials, proposals, and other materials with focus on gifts of $100,000 or more that, through the clear identification of funding priorities and articulation of the case for support of the university, engender a level of understanding that is conducive to giving and that help achieve the Unit’s fundraising goals. • Assist with the coordination of and participation in alumni and donor engagement, prospecting, recognition and stewardship events, as appropriate. • Utilize Advance alumni and donor database to coordinate with other development colleagues, record contact activities, update donor information, record strategic moves management steps and gift documentation as appropriate.

COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS Interacts with: • Michigan State University alumni/individuals/Corporations/Businesses/Employees and corporate leadership – in order to solicit as potential donors, manage donor requests, and to cultivate and train them as potential volunteers. • Faculty and Department Chairs, Program Directors and other university leaders – in order to assist in the understanding and implementation of fundraising procedures, to seek their advice on funding needs, to answer development questions, to advise them on development strategy and to solicit them as potential donors. • Peers – in order to obtain advice and counsel on options being considered for programs and in order to coordinate the cultivation and solicitation of donor prospects.

UNIT SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing and/or Business; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public relations, volunteer administration, professional and higher education fund raising, marketing or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred. Five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive experience in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing or related field; working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Experience in public speaking. Collaborative team-oriented style. Experience with “Moves Management” or related strategic relationship development. Ability to “close” gifts or business deals with demonstrative experiences closing gifts of $50,000 or more. Working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving. Travel involving automobile, airline and rail.

HOW TO APPLY: If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Pat Karam, Director of Recruitment at karampat@msu.edu. Candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system, the URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 702495 when submitting your application. Screening of applicants will continue until the position is filled. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Senior Program Officer, Early Childhood Development
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation (posted May 3, 2021)

International hotelier Conrad N. Hilton established the grantmaking foundation that bears his name in 1944 to help people living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage worldwide. Today, the work continues, concentrating on efforts to improve early childhood development outcomes, support older youth as they transition from foster care, ensure opportunity youth can access career pathways, prevent homelessness, identify solutions to safe-water access, help integrate refugees into society and lift the work of Catholic sisters. Additionally, following selection by an independent, international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2.5 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to an organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. The Foundation is one of the world's largest, with assets recently growing to approximately $7.5 billion. It has awarded grants to date totaling more than $2 billion, $207 million worldwide in 2020. Please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org for more information.

Job summary: The Senior Program Officer (SPO) is a strategic leader and portfolio manager for the Foundation's Global Early Childhood Development – U.S. Sub-Initiative – which is part of the Global ECD Initiative that also includes work in East and Southern Africa. This role will serve to advance the Foundation's mission of impacting those experiencing disadvantage, specifically by supporting efforts aimed at improving the developmental outcomes of young children (from birth to age three) and the lives of their caregivers with a focus on young families. This is a new sub-initiative that will begin in 2021 in Los Angeles County with a second US location to begin in 2022 following a situation analysis during 2021. Grantmaking will seek to further goals at local, state, and national levels and will contribute to building an international movement. The SPO for the Global ECD-U.S. Sub-Initiative is the content expert and thought leader on early childhood development and two-generation approaches to serve young parents within Los Angeles County and the U.S., and s/he provides creative thinking in both strategy direction and in the day-to-day management of the sub-initiative portfolio. In addition to strategic leadership and portfolio management, the SPO is responsible for supporting the management of the eventual 3-person team while providing guidance on learning and evaluation efforts that will inform strategy implementation, grant monitoring, management, integration across the portfolio, and future strategy development. The SPO will initiate and sustain external partnerships with grantees, stakeholders, policy decision-makers, and other funders. This position reports to the Director, Global ECD Initiative.

Responsibilities: • Plan and develop strategy and leads implementation of the Foundation's Global ECD – U.S. Sub Initiative • Present strategy and progress updates to the Board of Directors in coordination with the ECD Director • Work with internal (SLED team) and external evaluators and research partners to track progress toward initiative goals • Work collaboratively with a range of partners to share learnings and co-organize annual grantee convenings and periodic webinars • Explore innovative new areas for grantmaking in order to achieve strategic goals • Work in partnership with and leads the sub-Initiative team • Identify potential grantees and projects • Investigate and evaluate grant proposals and develops compelling grant writeups with the sub-Initiative team • Monitor and evaluate strategic sub-initiative and grantee performance • Conduct site visits • Conduct due diligence to assess grantee work • Provide advice/area expertise assistance to and maintains an open, ongoing relationship with grantees • Nurture partnerships among grantees and linkages to key stakeholders to promote systems change • Stay abreast of research, policy, activities, and trends in the issues related to early childhood development, racial equity, and two-generation approaches as well as the other related program priority areas of the Foundation • Respond effectively to the broader knowledge in the field by aligning grant making with emerging learning and opportunities to strengthen the early childhood field both within the U.S. and globally • Pursue and promote learning throughout the field • Form and foster relationships to strengthen strategic coalition-building within the sector • Convene meetings of key government, philanthropic, and nonprofit leaders to mobilize coordinated efforts and funding in strategic initiatives • Represent the Foundation to various constituencies through verbal and written communications (annual reports, brochures, correspondence) and through participating in outside conferences and meetings • Work with other leaders in the field to strengthen and further build the field • Develop partnerships with parent-led community groups and organizations to ensure that their perspectives are heard • Collaborate with other public and private funders to advance strategic priorities • Work with communications team to develop a communication strategy for the ECD-U.S. Sub-Initiative • Write informative and engaging blogs/articles for the website and supervises website content and updates • Build collaborative and positive working relationships and effective communication channels with team members and staff from other departments (to include other initiatives that are also working in Los Angeles) • Effectively manage direct reports and provides mentorship in developing professionally • Guide support provided by the Senior Advocacy Officer and Strategy Learning and Evaluation Department (SLED) to further monitoring and evaluation of the sub-initiative • Participate in team meetings to review grant recommendations, provide updates on grantee progress, determine technical assistance needs of grantees, plan convening, evaluation and communications activities, and share and reflect on experiences in the field and related program activity • Identify the need and scope of work for consultants within the sub-initiative and monitors work as required

Qualifications: • Graduate degree in public health, public policy, social welfare or a related field • 10+ years of relevant experience in grantmaking and/or program development/management • Demonstrated expertise and work experience with approaches to improving early childhood development at program, research, and public policy levels • Commitment and belief in strategic philanthropy, and diversity, equity, and inclusion • Ability to travel domestically and internationally • Knowledgeable regarding the systems that affect young children and their caregivers and approaches to foster systems change and greater equity at local, state and national levels • Experience, or relevant experience, in strategic planning and implementation and in coordinating public/private efforts for long-term, systemic social impact • A passion for and a commitment to the Foundation's mission, social justice, and the development of young children • Excellent written/oral communication, presentation, and public speaking skills • Ability to develop effective and professional relationships with internal and external colleagues and partners from the grassroots to the grasstops • Strong strategic, conceptual and critical thinking abilities; capacity to navigate through ambiguity • Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with high attention to priority and detail • Work well independently and within a team and demonstrates a high degree of initiative, flexibility, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity • Strong managerial skills and ability to professionally develop team members • The personal presence to represent the Foundation in diverse forums and organizational relationships • A practical understanding of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector

Desired: • A practical understanding of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector • Understanding of strategic grantmaking

About our Benefits: We value the health and well-being of our employees, some of the benefits we offer include: • Comprehensive and generous health and life insurance options • Fitness benefits • Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave • Flexible work schedules and technology benefits • Foundation-funded retirement savings plan • Professional learning and development and educational assistance • Employee matching gifts to qualified non-profit organizations. 

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Learning and Evaluation Officer
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation (posted May 3, 2021)

International hotelier Conrad N. Hilton established the grantmaking foundation that bears his name in 1944 to help people living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage worldwide. Today, the work continues, concentrating on efforts to improve early childhood development outcomes, support older youth as they transition from foster care, ensure opportunity youth can access career pathways, prevent homelessness, identify solutions to safe-water access, help integrate refugees into society and lift the work of Catholic sisters. Additionally, following selection by an independent, international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2.5 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to an organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. The Foundation is one of the world's largest, with assets recently growing to approximately $7.5 billion. It has awarded grants to date totaling more than $2 billion, $207 million worldwide in 2020. Please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org for more information.

Job Summary: The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation seeks to improve the lives of disadvantaged and vulnerable people worldwide. An essential part of our philanthropic approach is setting ambitious yet feasible goals that address significant social challenges. Each of our strategic initiatives currently has a third-party Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) partner that works with our program staff, grantees, and other stakeholders to continuously strengthen our impact by supporting the development of and measuring strategic goals, highlighting areas of opportunity and gaps in the field, and sharing lessons learned with the public. The Foundation is looking to expand its in-house Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning functions to help centrally distill, analyze, and communicate key learnings from each of these partnerships and from research and evaluation work conducted internally. Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Learning and Evaluation, the Learning and Evaluation Officer (LEO) will support Evaluation, Research and Learning activities to ensure our grant performance monitoring and strategy evaluation efforts reinforce organizational learning. The LEO will also work with our Program, Grants Management/Knowledge Management, and Communications teams to support the Foundation's collaborative commitment to continuous learning and improvement throughout the organization and in partnership with external stakeholders. The LEO will primarily support our domestic Initiatives: Foster Youth, Opportunity Youth, and Homelessness.

Responsibilities:  • Support Strategic Initiative teams, develop and implement Learning Agendas for domestic programs • Assist with the development, sourcing and management of third-party research and evaluation grants and contracts • Work with Program, Advocacy staff and research and evaluation partners to implement standards of evaluation practice, with a focus on equity, to inform strategy adaptation and learning as well as cross-Initiative learning • Prepare annual dashboards for internal reviews, the Board and Program Committee • In partnership with Grants Management, support Strategic Initiative teams in their monitoring of grantee performance using the Foundation's online grants management system, including the collaborative development of meaningful and measurable results for specific grants • Assist with the preparation of materials that communicate evidence and engage staff and stakeholders in learning activities, including slide decks and data visualizations • Act as an advocate for understanding and application of evidence-based learning and decision-making across the organization and supports a shared culture of learning • Support collaborative learning across program areas through the organization of internal peer-based learning exchanges and the cross-pollination of evaluation approaches, methods, and lessons learned between program teams • Coordinate with the program team to support the dissemination of learning to external audiences, such as through conference presentations and in evaluator communities of practice • In collaboration with Communications, support the creation of multimedia learning products (ex., video, infographics, briefs, etc.) that effectively share learning with internal and external audiences. • Assist in the planning and implementation of learning activities with program staff • Support the implementation of internal systems and processes (including grantee reporting templates, internal analysis processes, and third-party research and evaluation partner plans and reports) that enable greater learning, reflection and strategy improvement • Lead the development of dashboards to facilitate annual reporting on strategy indicators • Provide evaluation, technical assistance and coaching to Foundation staff and grantees • Develop opportunities for evaluation and evaluative thinking training to Foundation staff and grantees • Coordinate evaluation and research-related events, such as internal and partner meetings, including MEL Partner convening • Remain informed of current research, evaluation design and methodologies, activities, and trends in the issues related to research and evaluation for the purposes of advising, and where appropriate integrating into Initiative MEL activities

Qualifications:  • A Bachelor's degree in program evaluation, public policy, or areas related to our programmatic priorities (e.g. public health; global development, social sciences) • Five or more years experience in evaluation • Excellent planning and mixed methods evaluation skills • Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to listen well, interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, and build strong relationships both internally and externally • Experience with qualitative and quantitative software packages as well as data visualization software • The ability to travel domestically • Working knowledge about evaluation methodologies, performance metrics and standards, data collection, and effective sampling instruments, equitable evaluation framework • Experience planning and facilitating meetings and effective learning sessions • Subject-area knowledge in foster youth, opportunity youth, homelessness, advocacy, or organizational capacity building • Accessible and flexible style that builds trust and confidence in staff • Easily able to collaborate with, positively influence and inform others

Desired: • Graduate degree in program evaluation, public policy, or areas related to our programmatic priorities (e.g. public health; global development, social sciences). • Seven or more years experience in the evaluation field About our

Benefits: We value the health and well-being of our employees, some of the benefits we offer include: • Comprehensive and generous health and life insurance options • Fitness benefits • Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave • Flexible work schedules and technology benefits • Foundation-funded retirement savings plan • Professional learning and development and educational assistance • Employee matching gifts to qualified non-profit organizations 

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is an equal opportunity employer with values grounded in promoting equality and inclusion and embracing diversity. We welcome qualified applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, sexual orientations, economic classes, ages, religions, national origins, and ability/disability statuses. Veterans and individuals with lived expertise are encouraged to apply. We respect and seek to empower every member of our Foundation community. We support and celebrate our collective array of cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, skills and experiences; fully realizing that such diversity is what makes our organization flourish and better enables us to fulfill our mission in the world.

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Grants Associate
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation (posted Apr 30, 2021)

International hotelier Conrad N. Hilton established the grantmaking foundation that bears his name in 1944 to help people living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage worldwide. Today, the work continues, concentrating on efforts to improve early childhood development outcomes, support older youth as they transition from foster care, ensure opportunity youth can access career pathways, prevent homelessness, identify solutions to safe-water access, help integrate refugees into society and lift the work of Catholic sisters. Additionally, following selection by an independent, international jury, the Foundation annually awards the $2.5 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize to an organization doing extraordinary work to reduce human suffering. The Foundation is one of the world's largest, with assets recently growing to approximately $7.5 billion. It has awarded grants to date totaling more than $2 billion, $207 million worldwide in 2020. Please visit www.hiltonfoundation.org for more information.

Job Summary:  As a Grants Associate, you'll provide grants management services that include supporting discretionary and matching grants programs, and serving as a grants management liaison to assigned grantmaking teams. You'll play an integral role in the Foundation's efforts to ensure that all grants meet the proper legal, audit, and internal requirements for consideration; prepare a large share of grants and payments for the administrative approval process conducted by the Grants Manager; ensure adherence to grants management process and practices by the Foundation's grantmaking teams, and look for areas of improvement.

Responsibilities: • Conduct accurate data entry in the grants management database to create new grant records • Initiate a due diligence process, including conflict of interest review and tax status verification • Schedule requirements and payments, in preparation for administrative approval of grant records by Grants Manager • Draft correspondence with grantees • Complete grant close-out process • Serve as a grants management resource to assigned grantmaking team (Program department initiatives and/or Partnerships and Leverage team) • Interact regularly with assigned team(s) to begin to anticipate needs or upcoming grantmaking activities that may require additional grants management learning or support • Manage Workflow functionality in the grants database • Support the grant monitoring process, including verifying tax status and generating correspondence at the time of subsequent payments • Flag grants management-related concerns (such as tax status, lobbying, or tipping) for the Grants Manager and/or grantmaking leadership • Support Grants Manager to modify grants • Oversee the Grants Management Outlook account • Provide technical assistance on the use of the grants management database • Identify opportunities to use technology to streamline grantmaking processes for both grantees and staff, and partners with the Grants Manager to implement changes • Support Grants Manager in the creation and maintenance of online application and reporting forms • Assist with grants database clean-up and maintenance • Manage calendar and process for grant data reporting

About our Benefits: We value the health and well-being of our employees, some of the benefits we offer include: • Comprehensive and generous health and life insurance options • Fitness benefits • Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave • Flexible work schedules and technology benefits • Foundation-funded retirement savings plan • Professional learning and development and educational assistance • Employee matching gifts to qualified non-profit organizations

Qualifications: • High School diploma and 4 years of relevant work experience, or Associates degree, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. • Experience with grants management databases or a relational database • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word • High attention to detail and strong analytical skills Desired • Bachelor's degree preferred • Experience in philanthropy or grants management a plus • Excellent written and oral communication, organizational and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, plan and prioritize workflow to meet deadlines, take initiative, and be solution-oriented • Interest in the Foundation's mission and the operational side of grantmaking and philanthropy. 

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Development and Communications Coordinator
Hitchcock Center for the Environment (posted Apr 29, 2021)

The Development and Communications Coordinator is a full-time position reporting to the Development and Communications Director. This position is an integral part of the Hitchcock Center for the Environment’s (HCE) fundraising and communications team. The Coordinator will be responsible for implementing strategies designed to drive program enrollment, increase donor engagement, and strengthen our relationships with the public and community partners. The Coordinator will support fundraising efforts that lead to an increase in donors and contributions including solicitation of members for the annual support campaign, grants, and special events. This position will also be responsible for outreach, marketing and public relations as it relates to programming and fundraising. For a full job description please see https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/resources/employment-opportunities/

Associate Director of Alumni Relations
Westfield State University (posted Apr 27, 2021)

About Westfield State University: In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds. Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany.

Job Description: Campus Title: Associate Director, Alumni Relations
Job Title: Associate Director
Department: Institutional Advancement
Job Code: HA6300 FLSA
Status: Exempt Funding: 7115-0100 (State Funds)
Bargaining Unit: APA
Job Type: Full Time
Timeframe: 52 Weeks
Shift: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement.
Supervision Exercised: Supervises the Staff Assistant, Alumni Services; Administrative Assistant II, Alumni Relations; student interns; graduate assistants and other personnel as assigned.
Salary: $65,000.00-$75,000.00

General Statement of Duties: The Director of Alumni Relations will have the responsibility for the engagement, maintenance and enhancement of relations between Westfield State and its graduates in order to build greater alumni engagement, fundraising opportunities, and financial support for the institution.

Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include but not limited to:
Engagement • Oversight of all alumni communications, including social media and all online presences, FOCUS magazine content, electronic newsletters, interactive databases, and multimedia Web exclusive features. • Oversight of all reunion activities including Homecoming Weekend, any alumni-related programming, multi-year events, and other reunion gatherings. • Oversight of Lifetime Owls alumni and student philanthropy programs. • Oversight of focused Alumni Chapters statewide, regionally and nationally, and assistance with coordination of activities and communications. • Seeks out opportunities to enhance University presence through all forms of alumni engagement and works closely with Institutional Advancement team to assist in coordinating successful fundraising efforts, where appropriate.
Fundraising • Direct responsibility for meeting fundraising goals as determined by the Vice President of Institutional Advancement. • Works in conjunction with development officers to manage solicitations associated with the Reunion Giving Program and facilitate increased support from Westfield State alumni. • Work closely with Advancement Services staff on alumni donor and prospect-related profiling, briefings, action plans, visitations and the appropriate documentation of efforts. • Working with appropriate staff to help support successful solicitation of annual fund prospects through phone, direct mail and online solicitations • Work with Vice President of Institutional Advancement to establish appropriate alumni engagement targets. • Responsible for oversight of alumni scholarship fund.
Management • Management of the Westfield State Alumni Association (WSAA) Executive Council. • Oversight of Alumni Trustee recruitment and selection process. • Serves as the liaison between the Alumni Trustee, the Westfield State Alumni Association Council, the Representative to the Westfield State Foundation and the Office of Alumni Relations, providing support and communication of key alumni issues, strategic priorities and programs. • Engage with academic departments, athletics and other campus organizations to increase presence and recognition of alumni on campus through classroom visits, appropriate activities and events. These may include, but not be limited to: Alumni Lifetime Owls, Reunion Events Homecoming, Distinguished Alumni Awards, Criminal Justice Alumni Hall of Fame, Retired Educators program, Florida events and other activities. • Budgetary oversight and responsibility of Alumni Relations budget. Other • Attendance at Foundation board meetings, Board of Trustee's meetings and the Advancement Committee of the Trustees, as appropriate. • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: • Bachelors Degree, masters preferred. • 5-7 years work experience in higher education or other advancement/engagement roles in private school settings. • Prior supervisory experience desired. • Demonstrated volunteer management with a board or committee. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, and organizational skills. • Proficiency with social media including Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. • Proficiency with Raisers Edge software.

Additional Information: Salary: For the majority of new employees, the minimum starting salary will apply. Specific salary for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining and state policies and procedures. State job specifications for this position may be found at the department of higher education website: http://www.mass.edu/foremployees/classificationspecs/classspecs-pers.asp
Disability Accommodations: Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (413) 572-8106.
Background Check: Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment.

Application Instructions: An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents: • Resume • Cover Letter • Contact information for three references * • Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree * Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.

Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected. NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/iecreatemodifyticket.jsp. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us. Westfield State University provides equal access to employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, age, disability or veteran status in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/2237827 

Senior Annual Giving Coordinator
Westfield State University (posted Apr 27, 2021)

 About Westfield State University: In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds. Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany.

Job Title: Senior Annual Giving Coordinator
State Job Title: Staff Assistant
Department: Institutional Advancement
Job Code: HA5600 FLSA
Status: Exempt Funding: 7115-0100 (State Funds)
Bargaining Unit: APA Job
Type: Full-Time Timeframe: 52 Weeks Shift: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: The Senior Annual Giving Coordinator reports to the Vice President, Institutional Advancement.
Supervision Exercised: The Senior Annual Giving Coordinator supervises student employees and volunteers. Salary: $45,000.00-$55,000.00

General Statement of Duties: The Senior Annual Giving Coordinator reports directly to the Vice President, Institutional Advancement. The purpose of this position is to increase philanthropic resources across all programs and operating units of Westfield State University. The Senior Annual Giving Coordinator provides leadership in designing, implementing, and evaluating the programs, which build a long-term base of support for WSU. In collaboration with the University Advancement team, the Senior Annual Giving Coordinator develops and implements strategies that include aggressive and creative direct and electronic mail, as well as deployment of new technologies in annual giving (social media, etc.). This work also requires close collaboration with faculty, staff, and volunteers on various special initiatives to increase annual gifts from alumni, friends and corporations through identification, cultivation, and solicitation.

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Essential: • The Senior Annual Giving Coordinator is responsible for all annual giving programs and the initiation of new programs, as well as setting annual dollar and donor number goals, establishing strategies to reach those goals, and monitoring progress against goals. • This individuals will direct and implement a comprehensive, year-long annual giving solicitation strategy, including direct mail, e-mail, text, and volunteer engagement to solicit alumni, parents, families, friends, faculty, staff and retirees. This includes developing themes, writing and creating collateral for such, as well as acknowledgement letters for the annual solicitation program. The Senior Annual Giving Coordinator will supervise all components of outreach, working with other staff, interns and work-study students as appropriate. • Develop and implement a written master plan and calendar for all phases of annual giving and share with Advancement team regularly. • Oversee and manage an outreach program to integrate telemarketing, social media and direct mail campaigns. • Collaborate with the Alumni Office staff, to direct and implement the giving solicitation strategy for alumni with a particular focus on younger alumni, while seeking opportunities to increase student philanthropy. • Participate in planning meetings, accepting special assignments, assisting colleagues and providing support for all ongoing programs and operations as needed. Work with Alumni team to highlight impact of Annual Fund in e-newsletters and Focus magazine. • Works as part of the Advancement team to staff events, meetings and related activities. • Perform other related duties assigned.

Requirements: • Bachelor's degree and minimum of three years of experience in fundraising, preferably in a higher education setting. • Excellent writing and communication skills, social media skills, and excellent organizational and planning skills. • Experience running a phone-a-thon effort desired. • Familiarity and dexterity managing multiple software platforms • Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate (volunteer and student) workers. • Flexibility with schedule, and willingness to work weekends and nights as necessary. • Ability to work independently. • Familiarity with computerized information systems, including Raiser's Edge (strongly preferred). • Proficiency with databases and spreadsheets, and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with required deadlines. • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and take the lead on certain projects.

Additional Information:
Salary: For the majority of new employees, the minimum starting salary will apply. Specific salary for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining and state policies and procedures. State job specifications for this position may be found at the department of higher education website: http://www.mass.edu/foremployees/classificationspecs/classspecs-pers.asp
 Disability Accommodations: Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (413) 572-8106.
Background Check: Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment.

Application Instructions: An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents: • Resume • Cover Letter • Contact information for three references * • Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree * Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.
Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected. NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/iecreatemodifyticket.jsp. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us. Westfield State University provides equal access to employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, age, disability or veteran status in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/2237820 

Director of Stewardship and Advancement Operations
Western New England University (posted Apr 20, 2021)

Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement and as a member of the Advancement senior management team, the Director of Stewardship and Advancement Operations provides strategic leadership in the Division’s work to create and manage an effective infrastructure that supports the University’s fundraising and alumni engagement activities. This position is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive stewardship structure that drives donor engagement and retention, thereby advancing a culture of philanthropy at the University.

The Director of Stewardship and Advancement Operations will optimize business processes and systems, drive innovative solutions, and provide timely analysis to support data-driven decision-making for the Division. In doing so, the Director will be responsible for all activities, strategies, policies, and procedures of the Advancement Operations unit, including gift administration and processing, department reporting and analytics, data integrity, and records management. This position oversees the management of the advancement database, assures high standards of quality, consistency, and accuracy of alumni and development related information, and ensures compliance with tax policies and regulations. High professional and ethical standards for handling sensitive and confidential information is required. Additionally, the Director will possess excellent communication skills and will be relied upon to translate data into presentations that will include internal and external constituents.

Integral to the position is a metrics-oriented approach with strong business acumen and the ability to manage complex priorities and projects. Responsible for a team of four professional staff, the successful candidate will bring the ability to: develop a system for providing key analytics to support the creation and implementation of divisional strategies, including performance indicators that signal progress toward goals; create and manage policies, procedures, and agreements for the Division including those related to gifts, naming opportunities, endowments, database protocols, etc.; provide leadership for records management, gift administration, database management, information integrity, reporting, analytics, and Advancement technology; and build strong relationships with colleagues across the University to achieve divisional objectives.

Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree and 7-10 years of development experience, preferably in higher education. Strong analytical, leadership, and management skills. Exceptional communication skills. Exceptional skills in Microsoft Office Suite and database software (Ellucian products are preferred). Experience working with IModules is a plus. Responsible for a team of four professional staff, the successful candidate will bring the ability to: develop a system for providing key analytics to support the creation and implementation of divisional strategies, including performance indicators that signal progress toward goals; create and manage policies, procedures, and agreements for the Division including those related to gifts, naming opportunities, endowments, database protocols, etc.; provide leadership for records management, gift administration, database management, information integrity, reporting, analytics, and Advancement technology; and build strong relationships with colleagues across the University to achieve divisional objectives. To apply, click here.

Grants Coordinator
The Springfield Museums (posted Apr 19, 2021)

The Springfield Museums newest Grants Coordinator will work to create change across our areas of focus: arts and culture, education, history and science. Our mission is to warmly welcome visitors and encourage them to rediscover their curiosity by exploring their connections to art, science, history and literature.

POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a Grants Coordinator to provide expertise and hands on support to research, write, and supervise grants. You will lead all aspects of the grants lifecycle including reporting and will serve as the point of contact for foundations and government agencies. For full job description please visit springfieldmuseums.org/about/employment/

Senior Advancement Writer
Smith College (posted Apr 16, 2021)

Smith College links the power of the liberal arts to excellence in research and scholarship. Imagine working in a community dedicated to learning, teaching, scholarship, discovery, creativity and critical thought. It’s the diversity and inclusivity of our community, founded on the free and open exchange of ideas, that runs through everything we do. Join Smith and become part of a unique team bringing our mission to life. Smith College is looking for an experienced senior advancement writer to support our Alumnae Relations and Development team. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a trusted advisor and to provide solutions and recommendations. We anticipate the person in this position will initially work remotely with a transition to full or partial on-campus work later this year.

Job Summary: Responsible for supporting division communications, events, volunteer opportunities, and other programs aimed at encouraging alumnae and donor engagement. The position will propose, research, write, edit and copy edit individualized as well as mass communications and education pieces for alumnae and donors. Projects include gift proposals, stewardship and impact reports, background papers, newsletters, brochures, event collateral, website and social media content, video scripts, solicitation letters and presidential communications. Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Please attach both a current resume and cover letter, best combined into a single PDF or Word document.

Essential Functions: 
Support the cultivation, proposal and stewardship efforts of principal and major gift officers, as well as annual support officers (40%) ● Research, write, design, edit and proofread customized proposals and other correspondence to alumnae, donors and friends of the college. ● Research and write talking points, background papers and white papers that provide the case for an array of college priorities and that can be adapted for individualized proposals and other communications. Maintain and share knowledge of factors and trends that connect Smith to national and world issues and that shape perceptions that affect constituent support. ● Research, write and edit Smith Fund solicitation letters, emails, social media posts, video scripts and more that encourage regular giving to the college’s annual fund, an important source of academic innovation, global education, scholarships and other resources for the college. ● Assist with the development of other printed and digital communications that support Smith’s fundraising efforts, recognize donors and reinforce the positive impact of donor support. Projects include but are not limited to stewardship and impact reports, brochures, video scripts, presidential communications, presentations, speeches and event materials.

Support the efforts of alumnae engagement (40%) ● Research and write strategic, innovative and inspiring newsletter, website and social media content, such as donor profiles, student profiles, news items, case statements and more. Propose creative and innovative ways to connect with alumnae and donors. ● Work collaboratively with colleagues in Alumnae Relations, Development, academic departments and College Relations as well as with selected faculty, staff and students to develop compelling content. ● Assist with the development of other printed and digital communications that support Smith’s alumnae engagement efforts. Projects include but are not limited to video scripts, communications, presentations, speeches and event materials.

Support special projects and general editorial needs (20%) ● Review and edit written materials generated by staff to ensure quality and consistency. ● Participate in relevant staff meetings and planning sessions. ● Copyedit department materials as needed. ● Adhere to and promote the college’s and the department’s communication plan and branding standards. ● Other duties as assigned. All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses):

Bachelor’s degree and seven years or more of proven professional business, proposal or journalistic writing experience, preferably in a higher education development and/or public relations setting or an equivalent combination of education/experience. Working knowledge of digital media and content development.

Skills & Preferred Qualifications:
 ● Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills ● Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously ● Ability to collaborate with team members as well as colleagues across the college ● Excellent research, writing and editing skills as well as demonstrated grammatical and proofreading skills; knowledge of AP style ● Demonstrated ability to research and translate complex information into clear, concise and compelling content, as well as the ability to adapt writing style to a variety of situations and audiences ● Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, etc.), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, etc); Drupal, WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite preferred ● Experience with philanthropy and major gift fundraising processes preferred Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Review of applications will begin May 7, 2021. Click here to apply.

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