nonprofit
2008-09-21
The Phoenix Project
Filed Under:
Program Officer, Petersburg, VA
The Phoenix Project, a 501(c)(3) organization that is leading the social entrepreneurship movement in Virginia, seeks a full time Program Officer to be based in its Petersburg, Virginia office.
This new position, created due to organizational growth, requires excellent interpersonal and written and oral communications skills. Our ideal candidate will be dynamic, organized, detail-oriented and highly motivated. The Program Officer will report to the Director of Programs and work closely with the senior staff to support the multitude of programs underway and in planning for the organization.
The Program Officer will:
Qualifications:
• A minimum of 2 year of relevant program leadership experience is strongly preferred;
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred;
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to cultivate relationships successfully with a wide variety of constituents;
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail;
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office;
• Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task; and
• Commitment to the Phoenix Project’s mission and strategies.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. A competitive benefits package is provided to all full time employees.
How to Apply:
Applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample (under 3 pages) to David Carter, Director of Programs and General Counsel, at david@phoenixproject.org with “Program Officer Search” in the subject line. Preference will be given to candidates who submit their application materials by September 20 and are available to begin employment in early November. The Phoenix Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or retention on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, sexual orientation, or physical disability.
This new position, created due to organizational growth, requires excellent interpersonal and written and oral communications skills. Our ideal candidate will be dynamic, organized, detail-oriented and highly motivated. The Program Officer will report to the Director of Programs and work closely with the senior staff to support the multitude of programs underway and in planning for the organization.
The Program Officer will:
- Serve as the primary staff person for the Phoenix Project’s summer Nonprofit Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship Program, including coordinating student recruitment, staff and faculty identification and recruitment, and ensuring effective management of financial and human resources to ensure the continued vitality of this innovative program;
- Serve as the primary staff person for the Phoenix Project’s new Middle College Enrichment Program in conjunction with the Petersburg Public School System and Richard Bland College;
- Support the model university-community partnership between the City of Petersburg and a consortia of colleges and universities, including the College of William and Mary and Virginia State University, currently working on community and economic development initiatives in the City; and
- Provide secondary support to other programs, as needed.
Qualifications:
• A minimum of 2 year of relevant program leadership experience is strongly preferred;
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred;
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to cultivate relationships successfully with a wide variety of constituents;
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail;
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office;
• Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task; and
• Commitment to the Phoenix Project’s mission and strategies.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. A competitive benefits package is provided to all full time employees.
How to Apply:
Applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample (under 3 pages) to David Carter, Director of Programs and General Counsel, at david@phoenixproject.org with “Program Officer Search” in the subject line. Preference will be given to candidates who submit their application materials by September 20 and are available to begin employment in early November. The Phoenix Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or retention on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, sexual orientation, or physical disability.
2008-09-02
GOOD
Filed Under:
Non-Profit Partnerships Manager, New York, NY
GOOD is the integrated media platform for people who want to live well and do good. We are a company and community for the people, businesses, and NGOs moving the world forward. GOOD's mission is to provide content, experiences, and utilities to serve this community.
GOOD currently produces a website, videos, live events, and a print magazine. Launched in September 2006, the company has garnered praise for its unique editorial perspective and fresh visual aesthetic and is quickly positioning itself as a significant new voice in our culture.
Reporting to the Director of Strategic and Integrated Marketing, the Non-Profit Partnerships Manager will serve as primary contact with nonprofit partners, coordinating all internal and external resources to ensure the programs are effectively executed, evolving with the company, and that both the partners’ and GOOD’s needs are met. Primary responsibilities include:
• Cultivation, management and growth of key relationships between GOOD and the non-profit sector across all media platforms.
• Seek out opportunities to engage existing and new non-profit partners in GOOD’s media endeavors (events, print, video)
• Respond to all inquiries regarding nonprofit partnerships with GOOD and manage database of interested organizations and work with team managing the selection of non-profit partners
• Negotiating terms and contracts with incoming nonprofit partners.
• Identify and pursue growth and cross promotional opportunities through non-profit partnerships and assist with communications strategy for all issues relevant to our non-profit partnerships
• Manage day-to-day communication with Choose GOOD partners
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to conduct outreach to current prospective member organizations and their base, including a calendar of world events and important benchmarks for the company
• Test, measure, refine, and report on the impact of partnership marketing programs, tracking subscription numbers against promotions (events, newsletters, editorial events)
• Establish and further relationships with foundations and corporate philanthropic arms
• Serve as liason between marketing, sales, creative and circulation/distribution platforms to develop strategy for non-profit engagement with GOOD community.
• Coordinate and advise on aspects of GOOD’s corporate philanthropy.
• Collaborate with marketing and events team to position GOOD presence at national workshops and conferences, to communicate the program to foundations, corporations, technology-leaders, community organizations, volunteer networks, etc.) in the philanthropic sphere
• Devise social action campaigns around projects and other “calls to action”
• Assist with company engagement in volunteer opportunities and other community relations
• Developing and implementing plans which maximize partnerships through cause-related marketing, promotional activities, sponsorships, and customer marketing activities while also delivering on the partners’ business and philanthropy goals.
• Collaboration with the Marketing team to make presentations and lead meetings externally with nonprofit partners and internal partners from other departments.
Primary Objectives:
• Maximize subscription numbers through Choose GOOD campaign.
• Brand development and positioning of GOOD in non-profit and philanthropic sector.
• Forge and foster strategic and innovative relationships with cutting edge non-profits, foundations, corporations that further the business interests and mission of GOOD.
Skills and Requirements:
• Strong leadership skills. Creative approach to strategy development. Strong networking and relationship building skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills. Excellent written communication skills. Superior presentation skills.
• Commitment to innovation in cross sector partnerships, social entrepreneurship and philanthropy.
• Team player. Collaborative. Proactive, initiative taker. Results-oriented, with a commitment to following through.
• Strong research skills, problem solving skills, and organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize and work efficiently in a multi-task, startup environment.
• Flexible. Positive outlook. Creative thinker.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 3 years’ professional experience
• Proven understanding of the nonprofit and philanthropic landscape.
• Experience with development, event planning, communications, and marketing preferred
• Demonstrated competencies in Microsoft Office suite & databases.
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@goodinc.com. Include "Non-Profit Partnerships Manager" in the subject line.
GOOD currently produces a website, videos, live events, and a print magazine. Launched in September 2006, the company has garnered praise for its unique editorial perspective and fresh visual aesthetic and is quickly positioning itself as a significant new voice in our culture.
Reporting to the Director of Strategic and Integrated Marketing, the Non-Profit Partnerships Manager will serve as primary contact with nonprofit partners, coordinating all internal and external resources to ensure the programs are effectively executed, evolving with the company, and that both the partners’ and GOOD’s needs are met. Primary responsibilities include:
• Cultivation, management and growth of key relationships between GOOD and the non-profit sector across all media platforms.
• Seek out opportunities to engage existing and new non-profit partners in GOOD’s media endeavors (events, print, video)
• Respond to all inquiries regarding nonprofit partnerships with GOOD and manage database of interested organizations and work with team managing the selection of non-profit partners
• Negotiating terms and contracts with incoming nonprofit partners.
• Identify and pursue growth and cross promotional opportunities through non-profit partnerships and assist with communications strategy for all issues relevant to our non-profit partnerships
• Manage day-to-day communication with Choose GOOD partners
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to conduct outreach to current prospective member organizations and their base, including a calendar of world events and important benchmarks for the company
• Test, measure, refine, and report on the impact of partnership marketing programs, tracking subscription numbers against promotions (events, newsletters, editorial events)
• Establish and further relationships with foundations and corporate philanthropic arms
• Serve as liason between marketing, sales, creative and circulation/distribution platforms to develop strategy for non-profit engagement with GOOD community.
• Coordinate and advise on aspects of GOOD’s corporate philanthropy.
• Collaborate with marketing and events team to position GOOD presence at national workshops and conferences, to communicate the program to foundations, corporations, technology-leaders, community organizations, volunteer networks, etc.) in the philanthropic sphere
• Devise social action campaigns around projects and other “calls to action”
• Assist with company engagement in volunteer opportunities and other community relations
• Developing and implementing plans which maximize partnerships through cause-related marketing, promotional activities, sponsorships, and customer marketing activities while also delivering on the partners’ business and philanthropy goals.
• Collaboration with the Marketing team to make presentations and lead meetings externally with nonprofit partners and internal partners from other departments.
Primary Objectives:
• Maximize subscription numbers through Choose GOOD campaign.
• Brand development and positioning of GOOD in non-profit and philanthropic sector.
• Forge and foster strategic and innovative relationships with cutting edge non-profits, foundations, corporations that further the business interests and mission of GOOD.
Skills and Requirements:
• Strong leadership skills. Creative approach to strategy development. Strong networking and relationship building skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills. Excellent written communication skills. Superior presentation skills.
• Commitment to innovation in cross sector partnerships, social entrepreneurship and philanthropy.
• Team player. Collaborative. Proactive, initiative taker. Results-oriented, with a commitment to following through.
• Strong research skills, problem solving skills, and organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize and work efficiently in a multi-task, startup environment.
• Flexible. Positive outlook. Creative thinker.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 3 years’ professional experience
• Proven understanding of the nonprofit and philanthropic landscape.
• Experience with development, event planning, communications, and marketing preferred
• Demonstrated competencies in Microsoft Office suite & databases.
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@goodinc.com. Include "Non-Profit Partnerships Manager" in the subject line.
2008-08-06
Network for Good
Filed Under:
Sales Associate, Bethesda, MD
Network for Good is an energetic, young online software company founded by AOL, Yahoo! and Cisco that aims to be known by every nonprofit in the United States (a.k.a. a $300 billion software market). And we're well on our way, with 30,000 nonprofits raising over $180 million online with Network for Good’s SaaS (software as a service) fundraising tools. Hundreds more nonprofits join us every month, which is why if you are a sales superstar in the making looking for a job with unlimited financial upside and mobility, we'd love to chat.
We're out to find a smart, energetic person with 1-5 years experience to respond to sales inquiries as they come in, lead over-the-phone demos for prospective customers and manage the sales cycle from prospecting to close. As for skills, we're keen on finding someone who is well-rounded, enthusiastic, great with people and comfortable spending lots of time on the phone and in email. This person should be able to work independently, make short work of details and take on an unusually high level of responsibility at a fast-growing company. Experience using Salesforce.com is helpful but not required. A competitive base salary and very attractive commission model puts your first year earnings potential in the high five figures.
Beyond a passion for sales and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively, candidates should possess:
-Bachelors degree or equivalent experience. Software sales and nonprofit sector experience a plus.
-Excellent interpersonal skills. Seeking an energetic, highly ambitious individual who is organized and has a good understanding of online software services (ASP). Very comfortable making phone calls. Ability to work well in a team and independently.
About Network for Good:
The responsibilities of this job serve as a microcosm of Network for Good’s organizational culture: We are a nonprofit that operates with the soul of a charity and the savvy of a business. People who thrive at Network for Good are those that enjoy doing good in a fast-moving, mold-breaking working environment that’s always focused on achieving results. We live by our motto: “do good, feel good,” and just as importantly, by our business plans.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to resumes@networkforgood.org.
We're out to find a smart, energetic person with 1-5 years experience to respond to sales inquiries as they come in, lead over-the-phone demos for prospective customers and manage the sales cycle from prospecting to close. As for skills, we're keen on finding someone who is well-rounded, enthusiastic, great with people and comfortable spending lots of time on the phone and in email. This person should be able to work independently, make short work of details and take on an unusually high level of responsibility at a fast-growing company. Experience using Salesforce.com is helpful but not required. A competitive base salary and very attractive commission model puts your first year earnings potential in the high five figures.
Beyond a passion for sales and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively, candidates should possess:
-Bachelors degree or equivalent experience. Software sales and nonprofit sector experience a plus.
-Excellent interpersonal skills. Seeking an energetic, highly ambitious individual who is organized and has a good understanding of online software services (ASP). Very comfortable making phone calls. Ability to work well in a team and independently.
About Network for Good:
The responsibilities of this job serve as a microcosm of Network for Good’s organizational culture: We are a nonprofit that operates with the soul of a charity and the savvy of a business. People who thrive at Network for Good are those that enjoy doing good in a fast-moving, mold-breaking working environment that’s always focused on achieving results. We live by our motto: “do good, feel good,” and just as importantly, by our business plans.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to resumes@networkforgood.org.
2008-07-23
Giving Works
Filed Under:
Practical Idealist (Full Time Consultant), Washington DC
GivingWorks, www.givingworks.com, is a small strategy consulting firm located in Dupont Circle, Washington DC that advises some of the world’s premier public service organizations including foundations, nonprofits, international development organizations, and socially responsible corporations. Driven by a passionate commitment to public service, GivingWorks uses critical thinking, creativity, and proprietary cutting-edge tools to help clients evaluate and improve their priorities and performance. Join us and share in the challenge of delivering intellectually invigorating and socially consequential work while enjoying close working relationships, an independent work environment, and the personal satisfaction of making a difference. We are looking for someone who is interested in building a professional home with us.
The candidate will have primary responsibility of identifying, analyzing, and organizing what is known about a specific problem or issue – and generating insight that will lead to the formulation of our approach. The selected candidate will be involved in multiple aspects of our consulting work, including but not limited to:
• Challenging thought work designing innovative solutions to difficult problems
• Interviews and interaction with leaders in public service
• Information gathering, literature review and analytic modeling
• Producing papers and issue briefs
• Designing and delivering presentations
Requirements:
• Strong academic performance in an analytical discipline
• Solid quantitative analytical skills & conceptual reasoning ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork & versatility
• 1-3 years work experience
• Periodic travel (US & international)
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic small business environment
Strong pluses:
• Consulting experience
• Ability to communicate ideas visually and conceptually
• MPP, MPA, MBA
• Intellectual curiosity
• Knowledge of French or Spanish
To apply, please send the following:
• Cover letter explaining interest in position
• Resume
• Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable)
• Analytical writing sample (no more than 1,000 words)
Electronic submission (preferred): careers@givingworks.com
Paper submission: GivingWorks Inc.
Attn: Recruitment Coordinator
Post Office Box 8904,
Falls Church, VA 22041-8904
Additional Information: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the appropriate candidate is identified and recruited. We will contact those candidates whose applications we wish to pursue and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Salary commensurate with qualifications. GivingWorks is committed to fostering excellence and diversity among its staff.
The candidate will have primary responsibility of identifying, analyzing, and organizing what is known about a specific problem or issue – and generating insight that will lead to the formulation of our approach. The selected candidate will be involved in multiple aspects of our consulting work, including but not limited to:
• Challenging thought work designing innovative solutions to difficult problems
• Interviews and interaction with leaders in public service
• Information gathering, literature review and analytic modeling
• Producing papers and issue briefs
• Designing and delivering presentations
Requirements:
• Strong academic performance in an analytical discipline
• Solid quantitative analytical skills & conceptual reasoning ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork & versatility
• 1-3 years work experience
• Periodic travel (US & international)
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic small business environment
Strong pluses:
• Consulting experience
• Ability to communicate ideas visually and conceptually
• MPP, MPA, MBA
• Intellectual curiosity
• Knowledge of French or Spanish
To apply, please send the following:
• Cover letter explaining interest in position
• Resume
• Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable)
• Analytical writing sample (no more than 1,000 words)
Electronic submission (preferred): careers@givingworks.com
Paper submission: GivingWorks Inc.
Attn: Recruitment Coordinator
Post Office Box 8904,
Falls Church, VA 22041-8904
Additional Information: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the appropriate candidate is identified and recruited. We will contact those candidates whose applications we wish to pursue and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Salary commensurate with qualifications. GivingWorks is committed to fostering excellence and diversity among its staff.
2008-05-17
Craigslist Foundation
Filed Under:
Director of Events, San Francisco, CA
Craigslist Foundation is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Events responsible for the effective execution of a variety of strategic events, including the organization's flagship program Nonprofit Boot Camp, presently held in the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City, and launching in Chicago in March 2009, with other cities to follow. The Director of Events will manage the tactical implementation of all of the organization's events in close collaboration with the Executive Director, other staff, and partner organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
* Demonstrated success managing all aspects of large-scale events
* Demonstrated success planning and managing several events simultaneously
* Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and the ability to create systems and use technology effectively
* Experience working effectively with event sponsors and in-kind donors
* Demonstrated experience taking an event to scale on a multi-city, national basis
* Strong leadership skills and managerial experience, with the ability to manage through influence and make decisions under pressure
* Positive attitude, with the ability to deal with stressful situations, relationships, and individuals using professional judgment and tact
* Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
* Self-directed and motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and multitask to deliver under constant deadlines within an entrepreneurial environment
* Interest in and commitment to the nonprofit sector
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
* Willingness to travel periodically
To Apply: Please email a résumé and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity, to Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Executive Director, at staff@craigslistfoundation.org, subject line "Director of Events". Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- As a member of the executive team, work with the Executive Director and Board to develop the overarching vision and impact of Craigslist Foundation, including the role of events in achieving that impact
- Take charge of and manage the tactical execution of all events; develop production plans and timelines, work with the Executive Director to develop and manage budgets, and oversee on-site logistics, operations, and any outside vendors
- Collaborate with Executive Director and Director of Online Programs in the content development process to ensure consistency and integration of events with online programs
- Work with Executive Director and other team members to identify, recruit, and engage partner organizations
- Manage and motivate all event staff and volunteers
- Secure and manage effective relationships with venues and vendors, sponsors, exhibitors, and presenters
- Create a collateral production strategy and timeline, and manage vendors to ensure successful execution
- Administer, collect, and analyze evaluative data for all events, and suggest and implement ongoing improvements
- Ensure effective follow-up after each event, including production of marketing reports, sharing evaluation data with presenters, and continuing cultivation of event sponsors and partners
Qualifications:
* Demonstrated success managing all aspects of large-scale events
* Demonstrated success planning and managing several events simultaneously
* Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and the ability to create systems and use technology effectively
* Experience working effectively with event sponsors and in-kind donors
* Demonstrated experience taking an event to scale on a multi-city, national basis
* Strong leadership skills and managerial experience, with the ability to manage through influence and make decisions under pressure
* Positive attitude, with the ability to deal with stressful situations, relationships, and individuals using professional judgment and tact
* Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
* Self-directed and motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and multitask to deliver under constant deadlines within an entrepreneurial environment
* Interest in and commitment to the nonprofit sector
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
* Willingness to travel periodically
To Apply: Please email a résumé and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity, to Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Executive Director, at staff@craigslistfoundation.org, subject line "Director of Events". Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
2008-02-28
Craigslist Foundation
Filed Under:
Director of Online Programs, San Francisco, CA
Craigslist Foundation provides knowledge, resources, and visibility to the next generation of nonprofit leaders. While Craigslist is about “people helping people,” Craigslist Foundation is about “helping people help.” Through Nonprofit Boot Camp, its professional development program, and its leading-edge online resources, Craigslist Foundation educates, empowers, and connects emerging nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs, creating an “on-ramp” to the social sector.
Key Responsibilities:
To Apply: Please email a résumé and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity, to Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Executive Director, at staff@craigslistfoundation.org, subject line “Program Director.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Craigslist Foundation is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Director who will develop and implement the organization’s strategic online programs. Collaborating closely with the Executive Director and other team members, the Director of Online Programs will ensure that online program initiatives augment the delivery of the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. The Director of Online Programs will lead the development and implementation of the flagship program known as “Project Entry Point.”
Key Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Executive Director and Board to develop and implement online program strategies, translating strategic vision into tactical goals, and establishing quantitative and qualitative benchmarks of success
• Oversee the delivery of all online initiatives and the design of information tracking systems and templates, including production plans and timelines
• Manage and contribute to the development of the information architecture for each online initiative
• Manage staff, contract HTML designers and website developers
• Help ensure synergy between existing and planned organization-wide initiatives (particularly between Project Entry Point and Nonprofit Boot Camp)
• Conceive and explore innovative new ways in which Craigslist Foundation can support the nonprofit community, given available resources
• Establish relationships with key stakeholders, serving as an ambassador to the nonprofit community
• Effectively supervise and manage a growing program team
Qualifications: The ideal candidate for this position will have the following characteristics:
• Proven results directing a strategic technology product launch
• Demonstrated success in strategic technology development, preferably with an emphasis on web-based initiatives and an awareness of technology trends, such as open source software development, Web 2.0 feature sets, and data aggregation
• Ability to apply technology business strategy to a social enterprise
• Commitment to the mission of Craigslist Foundation and passion for the power of technology and community to advance the nonprofit sector
• Outstanding strategic thinking skills and problem solving abilities, combined with a love of systems, details, and tactical implementation
• Experience in entrepreneurial start-up organizations, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate exceptional multi-tasking capacities and remain flexible in the face of changing priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with strong staff management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively manage a variety of relationships with various stakeholders
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office, Mac OS, and Internet-based applications
• Experience with online communities, strategically integrated marketing, and event production a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
To Apply: Please email a résumé and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity, to Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Executive Director, at staff@craigslistfoundation.org, subject line “Program Director.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Craigslist Foundation is an equal opportunity employer
and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to pursue this exciting opportunity.
2008-02-27
Craigslist Foundation
Filed Under:
Development Manager, San Francisco, CA
Craigslist Foundation is currently seeking a talented and dynamic Development Manager to work closely with the Executive Director and Board and ensure the exciting growth of the Foundation by executing on a strategic development plan. The Development Manager will have primary responsibility for coordinating all organizational fundraising efforts and cultivating meaningful relationships with corporate, foundation, and individual donors.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work with the Executive Director and Board in support of fundraising; prepare regular reports about the status of prospect pipelines, revenue results, and strategic considerations
• Manage and collaborate with a grant writer to ensure that the solicitation and cultivation of corporate, foundation, and individual donors is done with the highest levels of quality, personalization, and relationship management
• Help to secure in-kind donations and explore the potential of social enterprises and other revenue-generating opportunities
• Conduct donor prospect research across the nonprofit landscape, effectively leverage the Craigslist Foundation community of users for fundraising purposes, and maintain a robust constituent database system
Qualifications: The ideal candidate for this position will have the following characteristics:
• Experience with nonprofit fundraising theory and practice, with a minimum of 2 years experience in fund development or a closely related field, such as sales and marketing
• Strong relationship management skills, with demonstrated success developing and cultivating relationships
• Commitment to the mission of Craigslist Foundation and passion for the power of community to advance the nonprofit sector
• Experience in entrepreneurial start-up organizations, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate exceptional multi-tasking capacities, and remain flexible in the face of changing priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• A strong ability and interest in organizing, staying organized and keeping the details managed
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office, Mac OS, and Internet-based applications; experience with donor database management software a plus
• Experience with marketing communications and brand management a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
To Apply: Please email a résumé and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity, to Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Executive Director, at staff@craigslistfoundation.org, subject line “Development Manager.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Craigslist Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to pursue this exciting opportunity.
