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The Development Coordinator plays a key role in the Office of Strategic Initiatives within the Department of Institutional Advancement. The Coordinator provides strategic and intentional support for key fundraising projects and manages related information. He/she works closely with Strategic Initiatives team members as well as major gift officers and partners with Advancement Services and the fundraising support team on a regular basis. The Development Coordinator is responsible for a wide-array of writing assignments and drafts, for example, proposals and reports as well as gift agreements and fundraising support materials. This position is represented for purposes of collective bargaining by SEIU. SUMMARY OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Project Management Under direction executes project management, as outlined in project plans to ensure timely coordination with all stakeholders. This entails managing multiple fundraising projects that constitute the foci of the College’s comprehensive capital campaign. Maintains Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) deadlines and monitors grant-related initiatives to inform reporting Gathers and maintains updated information/project plans including budgets, timelines, prospect pipelines etc.            Works with Advancement Services to inform tracking and pull reports related to fundraising progress Attends campus meeting and events as requested  Operations and Fundraising Support ·      Provides administrative support to Executive Director and the team including scheduling of group meetings  ·      Maintains Institutional Advancement fundraising policies and procedures as they relate to Strategic Initiatives ·      Maintains templates for standard funding opportunities for major gift donors and keeps related gift agreement templates up to date ·      Populates standard proposals and fundraising support materials for individual donors ·      Assists with the identification and research of potential CFR prospects ·      Assists with the preparation and writing of proposals and reports for CFR prospects ·      Tracks proposal submissions for foundation relations     ·      Manages gift agreement process for Major Gifts ·      Maintains the office’s digital and hard copy files ·      Organizes site visits for foundation relations prospects/donors and manages select events related to the Faculty-Institutional Advancement partnership. ·      Hires, trains, and manages student workers in consultation with Strategic Initiatives team.  Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree required and at least five years administrative or project management experience Experience in higher education or fundraising preferred Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment Exceptional oral and written communications skills required Excellent organizational skills. Capable of managing multiple assignments from multiple sources; efficiency, detail-oriented, and able to meet project deadlines Must demonstrate good intuition and the ability to adapt to changing priorities   Experience exercising a high degree of initiative, independent judgment, tact and discretion in the execution of assigned responsibilities to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of the office Ability to think through and solve problems creatively Willingness to take charge in difficult situations and remain calm and collected under pressure  Excellent computer proficiency; facility with fundraising databases and evidence of an ability to master these resources APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Please submit a resume and cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to  resumes@oxy.edu . As a condition of hire for a staff position and for appointment to a faculty position, Occidental College requires that all candidates who have received a conditional offer of employment complete an application form (if they have not already done so) and consent to a background check. Satisfactory completion of a background check, along with pre-employment verifications and references are required as a condition of employment, but only as permitted by federal, state, and local law, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. How to Apply resumes@oxy.edu https://www.oxy.edu/

KIPP SoCal Public Schools (KIPP SoCal) is a nonprofit organization that operates tuition-free, open-enrollment, charter public schools focused on preparing students in systemically under-resourced communities in Southern California for choice filled lives. In July 2019, KIPP LA Public Schools and KIPP San Diego Public Schools united to become KIPP SoCal Public Schools to better meet the needs of our students. We currently operate 19 schools, educate nearly 8,300 students and support an additional 4,300 alumni who are attending high school and college.   The Director of Community and Donor Relations is a critical leadership position that will be based in San Diego. The goal of this position is to develop and grow relationships with community leaders, families, donors and champions  in the San Diego area.   The Opportunity Reporting to the Chief External Impact Officer (CXO), the Director of Community and Donor Relations will provide leadership and guidance in Community Engagement, Advocacy, Development, and Communications efforts, in addition to being a key representative of the organization. The Director of Community and Donor Relations will be a mission-driven external relations leader with a strong background in strategic planning and data-driven decision-making. The Director of Community and Donor Relations will be a proactive and tactical collaborator, in addition to having the ability to work independently and drive results. The Director of Community and Donor Relations will provide thoughtful direction and recommendations to the other members of the senior leadership team and key stakeholders. This individual will have experience and comfort in cultivating and sustaining relationships with key supporters and stakeholders in San Diego, including prominent community leaders, elected officials, the media, peer and partner charter organizations, and donors.  In addition, the Director of Community and Donor Relations will have experience engaging, developing coalitions, and mobilizing families. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of progressive responsibility in similar or related roles, with at least 5 years managing a team to exemplary results, and the following competencies and personal characteristics: Leadership Hold high standards for project management to proactively and creatively problem-solve. With great empathy, is a consistent champion and proud member of the team. Encourages participation from members of the team and seeks feedback and ideas from team members at all levels in operating as a leader. In addition to operating within a team environment, demonstrates the ability to operate independently and drive results. In addition to being self-driven, must have the ability to work across different functional teams, and have the ability to manage up.  Diligently seeks opportunities for professional development, acting as a sounding board, and serves as an organizational role model in cultivating a culture of high expectations and support. Thoughtfully considers the impact of decisions, and facilitates resolutions that protect the organization’s interests and prioritizes student needs when conflict or disagreements arise. Advocacy and Community Engagement In partnership with the CXO and additional key stakeholders, provide input on efforts in San Diego. Expand voice in San Diego, influence and impact on key issues facing the communities we serve, and partner with the CXO to amplify efforts in San Diego. Lead and enthusiastically build relationships with San Diego's major stakeholders and constituencies, including community leaders, community groups, elected officials, the media, and other influencers. Proactively engage and mobilize current and potential families and communities in the San Diego area, as critical advocates and ambassadors. Create and oversee strategy, programs, and services aimed towards increased parent and community engagement; and strengthen the partnership among parents, community, and schools to improve student academic achievement and school success. Identify opportunities and develop ways to strategically maximize collaboration and coordination with external partners. Represent the community and the broader organization as an ambassador, advocate, and partner within public forums and events. Development In collaboration with the CXO and Development team, identify and build a new donor base in San Diego. In collaboration with the CXO and Development team, responsible for stewarding current donors and foundation relations, leading events and event planning in the San Diego area. In collaboration with the CXO and CEO, responsible for identifying, on-boarding, organizing, supporting, and staffing the San Diego Advisory Council members. Marketing and Communications Provide thought leadership and guidance to the CXO in cultivating a meaningful and productive media and external engagement strategy; In collaboration with the CXO, assess and strategize responses to all incoming media requests, and communicate with relevant media as a spokesperson when appropriate. Provide guidance for tracking metrics and data to ensure alignment and effectiveness of overall marketing and communications efforts in San Diego, and offers insight and strategy regarding overall effectiveness. Qualifications The Director of Community and Donor Relations will be a proactive and tactical collaborator, in addition to having the ability to work independently and drive results. This individual will have experience and comfort in cultivating and sustaining relationships with key supporters and stakeholders in San Diego, including the media, elected officials, peer and partner charter organizations, donors, and prominent community leaders. In addition, the Director of Community and Donor Relations will have experience engaging, developing coalitions, and mobilizing families. The ideal candidate will have  at least 8 years of progressive responsibility in similar or related roles Benefits Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of cost Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.) Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave and vacation Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)  

Direct the large donor development efforts of The Public Interest Network, including U.S. PIRG, Environment America, Green Corps, and the National Environmental Law Center. Recruit and oversee a team of dedicated development staff; harness the fundraising efforts of our policy and organizing staff. Build our identity with large donors.    For more than 40 years, The Public Interest Network has worked to protect our environment, public health, and to improve our quality of life. We face crises that demand thoughtful action at all levels—locally and nationally. The Network has undertaken this type of action not only through our membership-based advocacy organizations, such as U.S. PIRG and Environment America, but also through our commitment to many other social change strategies, including our continual training of new organizers and advocates, our litigation work to enforce environmental laws in the absence of government action, insightful research, voter registration, and through our stewardship of fossil fuel-free mutual funds.  Our social change work is needed now, more than ever. We are hiring a Development Director to ensure that we meet that need for years to come.   Most of our work is largely funded by individual ‘small’ donors, whom we have recruited one person-to-person conversation at a time.  The Public Interest Network is hiring an experienced Development Director to utilize our track record, our broad donor base, and our seasoned staff of expert organizers and advocates to leverage an ambitious fundraising initiative.  The Director will exercise independent judgment and discretion in planning, organizing, and directing TPIN’s large donor fundraising, planned giving, and capital campaigns. The Director will work to raise money both for existing initiatives and to identify new opportunities for building support, will establish relationships with prospective donors, and will deepen relationships we already hold with our valued donors. The Director will work with leadership to identify Network priorities, to enhance the fundraising efforts of existing donor staff, and to build a dedicated team of fundraisers.  The Director will raise money to support our priorities, with activities that range from 501c(3), to 501c(4), to express political advocacy.    Representative Responsibilities Include:   Meet prospective donors and supporters on a continual basis to establish effective communications with them.    Grow the Network’s major gifts program including identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors.    Build the planned giving program with a focus on deferred gifts such as bequest expectancies.    Direct capital campaigns and other major fundraising drives.    Coordinate fundraising special events.    Work closely with Network leadership.    Recruit, train, and oversee other dedicated development staff.    Oversee creation of online and offline materials to support fundraising activities.    Perform other duties as requested.    Qualifications The Director must embrace the mission of The Public Interest Network; must have strong people skills and writing skills; be able to recruit and train staff; be an effective external representative for the organization; travel as necessary to meet with donors and to participate in organizational planning and strategy meetings; be systems-oriented; work well with Network leadership to integrate them into relationship building with donors; and have extensive experience with large donor fundraising. Candidates must have excellent judgment and discretion and the ability to oversee significant projects.   Compensation & Benefits   Target annual compensation for this position is commensurate with the relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees that a candidate has. The Public Interest Network offers a competitive benefits package.   Location Boston, MA; Washington, DC; Denver, CO; or Los Angeles, CA     Application To apply, please fill out our online application  here . Attach your resume and cover letter in .pdf form, and address your cover letter to Faye Park, TPIN Chief of Staff.   Things to Know When You Apply The Public Interest Network is a group of organizations that share a vision of a better future, a set of core values, and a strategic approach to making positive change. Visit  http://publicinterestnetwork.org/core-values.html  for things you should know about our network when you apply.