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Executive Director
Delaware Valley Grantmakers
(Philadelphia, PA)
THE ORGANIZATION
Celebrating 20 years of service, Delaware Valley Grantmakers (DVG) is proud to be the catalyst and voice for philanthropy in the Greater Philadelphia region. As a part of 32 regional associations across the country, DVG serves over 800 staff and trustees representing 150 grantmaking organizations, both public, private, and corporate, in their pursuit of regional progress.
Because DVG’s effectiveness is directly linked to the positive impact their members and nonprofit partners have on issues facing the community, its mission is to spark connections and learning while facilitating the sharing of information and heightening the impact and effectiveness of philanthropy. Please visit www.dvg.org for a comprehensive view of the people and programs that make up the team committed to strengthening the health and vitality of the Philadelphia community.
THE POSITION
The Executive Director, with guidance from the Board of Directors, has responsibility for motivating staff and executing the strategies and tactics required to fulfill the organization’s mission. In 2006, the Board of Directors approved a three-year strategic plan, Strengthening Philanthropy, Strengthening Communities (summary available online at http://www.dvg.org/about/projects_partnerships_sp06.htm) which sets forth four key goals: providing exemplary member service; increasing membership; positioning DVG as the regional voice of philanthropy; and strengthening its financial position.
After two years, many organizational changes and projects based on the plan have been implemented. As the plan moves into its final year, there is a clear focus on strengthening external communications and integrating grant-funded initiatives into sustainable business lines, where appropriate. The Executive Director, in concert with a staff of four professionals and an engaged board of directors will lead the effort to increase philanthropy’s impact and thereby heighten DVG’s visibility in the community. Each of the Executive Director’s primary responsibilities, delineated below, is driven by one or more of the four strategic goals:
Goal 1: Provide exemplary service to members: develop relevant and thought-provoking programs and services that engage and educate members to increase their knowledge and impact.
- Assure that programs are relevant, engaging and valuable to members.
- Build and maintain a network of credible contacts within the community that are relevant to regional issues and the work of DVG.
- Add value to DVG’s members and other constituents by ensuring high quality professional and leadership development opportunities, programming, research and publications.
Goal 2: Increase the number, range and diversity of DVG members and the proportion of total giving in the region they represent.
- Develop overall strategy for retention and recruitment of members.
- Initiate and coordinate activities with professional advisors, including legal counsel, auditors, accountants, etc.
- Seek new partners and engage diverse voices to build understanding about issues and opportunities.
Goal 3: Give Philanthropy a voice, identity and the ability to collaborate with and influence all sectors of the region that are committed to strengthening our communities.
- Serve as primary spokesperson representing DVG’s mission to the broader community including media, public sector and civic leadership.
- Enthusiastically promote philanthropy in the region through outreach activities with professional advisors and diverse audiences.
- Develop and manage working relationships with local and national colleague organizations.
Goal 4: Strengthen DVG’s financial position, capacity and business practices as a foundation for measured, sustainable growth.
- Responsible for maintaining a strong fiscal position; prepare, monitor and administer annual operating budget for board approval.
- Initiate and oversee solicitation, implementation and reporting of all forms of underwriting support (dues, grants, business lines, etc.
- Lead small professional staff (4) and manage lean administrative structure.
BACKGROUND AND SKILLS:
Community Perspective: Knowledge of the issues, opportunities and challenges facing the philanthropic and nonprofit sector as well as those issues critical to the well-being of the Delaware Valley.
Leadership: Strong leader with vision, high energy and the ability to motivate, lead and inspire members, board, staff, collaborating partners, and diverse constituencies.
Management: Exhibits a visible, fully committed, hands-on management style. Determines new and innovative opportunities and approaches to enhance program impact and operational efficiency, both financial and administrative.
Strong and persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written. Clearly and effectively, and with enthusiasm, “makes the case” for philanthropy and represents the organization to the public as well as the philanthropic community.
Strong interpersonal skills, with an eagerness to build relationships and a careful eye to marketing and revenue generation.
Judgment: Strategic thinking, tact, discretion and experienced-based good judgment; ability to make and influence decisions; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.
Please contact search consultant Lee van de Velde for further information or send expression of interest and resume to her at: Leevandevelde@rcn.com
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Executive Director
Delaware County Community Foundation
(Media, PA)
The Foundation is a 501(C) 3 corporation, established in 2005, to conduct the activities of the organization within Delaware County, PA. These activities are charitable and educational in nature and include such fields of interest as: Healthcare, Education, Arts & Culture, Social Services, Community Development, Environment, and Civic Affairs.
We are seeking an energetic, experienced executive with fundraising expertise, preferably with a Community Foundation, to join our volunteer Board Members and an Executive Assistant, to grow this Foundation to $10 million in three years (by Dec. 31, 2010).
Job Responsibilities:
Develop, implement and evaluate strategic fundraising and marketing in support of the Foundation’s mission, goals, and action steps. With input and direction from the Chairman and Board of Directors, develop goals, initiatives and metrics with measurable performance milestones for raising funds. Identify, cultivate and solicit prospective donors. Working with the Executive Assistant, develop and coordinate all written communications for solicitation and acknowledgement of gifts. This will include appeal letters, acknowledgement letters and reminders. Create periodic newsletter, e-newsletters, and Annual Report. Identify foundation grant opportunities, execute grant applications, and assist with financial reporting as required by foundations by local, state and federal authorities. Oversee and plan special events, which currently include an annual foundation event and a semi-annual foundation program-focused event (November & May annually). Assist with obtaining sponsorships for these and other Foundation events and programs. Interact with donors, businesses, educators, professionals and volunteers to develop and establish relationships
Under Sub-Committee Chairs, coordinate the disbursement of funds. Assist with the development of an Annual Budget. In concert with the Board Chair, Board Secretary, and Executive Assistant, the President/CEO will coordinate the Foundation’s Board Meetings, including: notification of Board Members, preparation of meeting agendas, plus support the Foundation Secretary with the taking and preparation of minutes of Board Meetings. Also, she/he will coordinate and assist in development & execution of the Foundation’ strategic and marketing plans, plus the Board & Staff Succession plans.
Job Requirements:
This individual should possess excellent interpersonal skills; have impressive verbal and written communications capabilities; and knowledge of business development, marketing, grant writing and fundraising activities. She/he should possess a Bachelor Degree, with experience in fundraising for charitable organizations; and have the ability to work in a computer environment, with Microsoft Office Suite. This position requires a work week of a minimum of 4.0 days per week.
Compensation:
Salary of $65,000, health care benefit and a monthly pre-approved expense account. A mutually agreed-to bonus program, based on meeting Foundation objectives, will be considered at the beginning of each year.
Applications may be directed to:
Delaware County Community Foundation
PO Box 24
Media PA 19063
Delcocf@Comcast.net
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Community Relations Manager
ARAMARK
Philadelphia, PA
Position Summary:
The Community Relations Manager provides program and partnership support for the strategic implementation of ARAMARK’s Community Relations programs. The Community Relations Manager will primarily focus on initiatives that foster the objectives of ARAMARK’s corporate community involvement initiative including the signature and volunteer programs.
The Community Relations Manager will work closely with the Associate Vice President of Community Relations, the Director of Stategic Programs, the Director of Volunteers programs and External Affairs staff to implement and promote the community relations programs that enhance ARAMARK’s image in the community and engage our employees.
Essential Functions:
- Assists in the development, management and activation of the community signature program. This primarily includes acting as a liaison between internal audiences (Star Teams) and external non-profit partners to execute programs and events.
- Supports Community Involvement marketing and communications. Collaborates with internal and external communications departments to promote and support community relations activities to internal/external stakeholders. Supports signature program branding and collateral development including the development, management and distribution of took kits, program brochures and other communications tools.
- Manages Star Team Volunteer Days and acts as a Community Relations consultant for ARAMARK Star Teams.
- Supports administration and support of ARAMARK Star Teams.
- Supports the ARAMARK Volunteer program and administration of the volunteer web portal in conjunction with the Director of Volunteer Programs.
- Supports Community Relations strategic partnerships and working relationships with non-profit organizations and civic leaders in alignment with corporate as needed.
- Supports data management in the form of benchmarking, client/employee surveys, and measurement evaluation.
- Provides support to Regional External Affairs staff on implementation of community relations initiatives.
Qualifications:
- At least 3-5 years of experience in corporate community relations, non-profit organizations, marketing, public relations, or other related fields.
- Event management skills.
- Excellent writing skills, oral presentation skills
- Excellent interpersonal communications skills
- Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills
- Knowledge of research/resource development
- Proficient computer skills
- Detail-oriented
Reporting Structure:
The Community Relations Manager reports to the Associate Vice President of Community Relations.
To Apply:
All applicants should apply directly to the ARAMARK website: www.aramark.com/careers and reference Job ID# 41290
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Senior Associate
Nonprofit Finance Fund
Philadelphia, PA
Organizational Overview: With seven offices throughout the US, Nonprofit Finance Fund (NFF) is working with both funders and nonprofit organizations nationwide to change the way nonprofits are financed. The goal of this innovative thinking is to create a nonprofit sector that has the financial strength needed to provide excellent services to the community.
NFF is bringing about this change by:
- Providing organizations with sustaining loans they might not be able to secure from other sources
- Sharing our long-term experience on healthy financial planning for nonprofits
- Providing individualized consultation on the financial state of affairs at a given organization
- By advocating broadly to funders and their recipient organizations for an innovative approach to nonprofit financing
Since its founding in 1980, NFF has helped more than 8,000 nonprofits implement sustainable growth and thereby improve their capacity to serve their communities. Headquartered in New York City, NFF has a national staff of more than 60 in offices including Boston, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Detroit and San Francisco.
Position Summary: The Senior Associate will be part of a team responsible for the delivery of NFF’s menu of advisory services offerings, focusing on work with arts and culture institutions in Southeastern Pennsylvania. As a member of a close-working team of local and national professionals, the Senior Associate will conduct rigorous analysis of nonprofit financial statements, communicate complex financial concepts to clients, and assist in the preparation and presentation of reports with findings and recommendations. He/she will be involved in one-on-one consulting engagements; financial scans and research projects that benchmark nonprofits by sector and geography; and will also facilitate workshops that are open to local nonprofit organizations.
NFF's staff have the opportunity to work directly with senior-level financial and strategic decision-makers at a wide range of nonprofits. This individual will work with nonprofit clients to evaluate their financial health and assess their readiness for change or growth. Much of this work is done through our signature product, the Nonprofit Business Analysis (NBA). The NBA provides nonprofit senior management and board members with guidance on ways to balance financial management with program priorities. Through the NBA process, nonprofit leaders gain a deeper understanding of their underlying business dynamics and capital needs. They become better equipped to plan and make decisions that improve their organization’s health and viability.
Associates must be team players with a strong work ethic, exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to balance multiple client engagements. The Senior Associate will be a core member of the NFF Philadelphia team, working to fulfill NFF’s mission in that market.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform financial and organizational analysis, with a focus on arts and culture organizations
- Conduct sector research and analysis
- Co-facilitate meetings and ongoing dialogues with nonprofit senior management
- Participate in the development of reports with key findings and recommendations
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of presentations for workshops and other trainings
- Participate in special programs/initiatives as the need arises
- Perform other duties as assigned
Essential Requirements for Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred in arts administration, business, finance, public administration, or related field
- Knowledge of arts and culture sector in Southeastern Pennsylvania; experience working in an arts and culture institution preferred
- 2-4 years work experience; preferably in the fields of financial services or consulting
Specialized Knowledge/Beneficial Skills and Experience:
- Exceptional written and oral communications and interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Demonstrated commitment to the nonprofit community and familiarity with nonprofit accounting
- Interest and ability to travel nationally, year round
- Strong time-management and multi-tasking abilities
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a close-knit group
- Flexible, creative, and patient individual with imagination, enthusiasm and a sense of humor
- Self-motivated and results-oriented with drive and initiative
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
To Apply: Please email your resume with a cover letter stating how your background and qualifications meet the requirements of this position and how you heard about the position to:
Joanne Bursich
Site Director, NFF Philadelphia
joanne.bursich@nffusa.org
To learn more about NFF, please visit www.nonprofitfinancefund.org. Salaries are commensurate with experience and include an attractive benefits package. NFF is an equal opportunity employer.
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NATIONAL Job Postings
Managing Director-Community Foundation Services
Council on Foundations
Arlington, VA
Link to the complete position description.
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