May 2024 – Page 3 – Job Postings from NELI Network

Events and Corporate Partnerships Manager: Covenant House Pennsylvania

Covenant House PA is a force united by a promise to end youth homelessness as we know it in Pennsylvania. For over 24 years, we’ve led the way with community health initiatives and advocacy in local communities in Philadelphia and York. Covenant House PA provides shelter and a continuum of care for youth experiencing homelessness or commercial exploitation to make a significant impact with this critical issue.

Covenant House PA strives to perpetuate a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization.

Position Summary:

The Events and Corporate Partnerships Manager is a key player in our organization, working closely with the Chief Development Officer and Chief Executive Officer to strategize and execute marketing initiatives and special events that maximize donor engagement. This role is instrumental in managing corporate relationships and executing major fundraising events, ensuring the organization’s growth and the advancement of its mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Advanced Event Coordination: Plan and execute major fundraising events, managing every aspect from venue selection to post event activities. Ensure events meet strategic goals and provide a high return on investment.
Corporate Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong corporate partnerships, enhancing fundraising through strategic alignments and tailored engagement plans.
Donor Database Management: Serve as the primary manager for the donor CRM database, ensuring data integrity, timely gift acknowledgment, and efficient report generation.
Administrative Excellence: Provide administrative support to the development team, streamlining processes to enhance productivity and donor satisfaction. Manage gift processing, acknowledgments, and donor communications effectively.
Strategic Fundraising Initiatives: Implement comprehensive, multichannel fundraising campaigns, oversee peer to peer fundraising initiatives, and manage annual fund campaigns from conception through execution.

What You Will Bring to the Table:

Event Management Expertise: Strong experience in planning and executing large scale fundraising events with attention to detail and budget management.
Corporate Engagement Acumen: Proven track record in building and sustaining corporate relationships, with a strategic approach to partnership development.
Operational and Database Proficiency: Advanced skills in CRM database management and administrative efficiency, ensuring accurate tracking of donor interactions and financial contributions.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication abilities, adept at writing and presenting, capable of engaging various stakeholders effectively.
Organizational Mastery: Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in Learning & Growing: While you may be proficient in some aspects of this position, you are interested and motivated to learn more and improve your skills as well as broaden your knowledge of work in this position.

Executive Director: La Puerta Abierta, Inc

La Puerta Abierta, Inc is a community-based small non profit which offers pro bono, bilingual, culturally and trauma-informed counseling and therapy support that is flexible and accessible for the (predominantly) Spanish speaking community of immigrants who meet our criteria for service. While LPA’s work is therapeutic at its core, we are responsive to the complicated needs and issues facing this diverse community, particularly in the context of local and national immigration policies that create barriers to services and supports that ensure wellbeing. LPA collaborates closely with other clinicians, educators, and community service providers others who work with immigrants to better understand the broad range of migration, acculturative, and family stressors that can affect the mental and behavioral health of immigrant youth and families. LPA’s services include a range of programming designed for newcomer immigrant youth, particularly those who have arrived unaccompanied, individuals and families seeking behavioral health support but who face challenges due to legal, language, economic and social barriers to care.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Executive Director position of La Puerta Abierta provides the oversight and management of all key aspects of the LPA organizational system that ensures its smooth, transparent, and effective functioning while developing opportunities for growth that aligns with the values and mission of the organization and expectations of all stakeholders.

More general responsibilities include the cultivation of relationships, coordination of partnerships in the local and international community, all aimed to promote and maintain the highest standard of mental health care and related support to our most vulnerable populations of youth and families.

Specific responsibilities of this position include:

COMPLIANCE:

• Oversee compliance with all necessary registrations, documents, audits and state/federal financial records and state/federal subcontracts.

• Maintain and oversee ongoing development and implementation of human resources support that aligns with the size and scope of the organization. • Oversee the development and dissemination (as indicated) of all training materials, policies and guidelines that relate to the mission of the organization. • Conduct routine meetings with the Board of Director Executive Team members relating to organizational matters and attend to governance of LPA matters as needed.

• Oversee the safety, ethical and best practices of all aspects of the organizational structure.

Leadership and Management (INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL): • Support LPA’s Board of Directors through transparent communication, participation in board meetings, and providing information to board committees. • Collaborate with the board to define and update the strategic goals and objectives of the organization.

• Provide guidance and support in the implementation of board-led initiatives. • Cultivate LPA/provider relationships within the local and international community that relate to the mission of the organization.

• Develop, coach, and motivate management-level staff and provide oversight regarding all areas of compliance and organizational management.

• Oversee organizational structure, onboarding, recruitment, staff development, and retention.

• Function as lead coordinator of internship and volunteer recruitment and oversight.

• Coordinate and co-facilitate interviews and related evaluations of students and volunteers.

• Develop and implement annual evaluations and measures that inform advancement of qualified staff as is appropriate.

• Set compensation policy, including benefits for staff and contractors.
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River Programs Manager: Land Health Institute

LandHealth Institute is a nonprofit organization and native plant nursery based in the West Parkside neighborhood of Philadelphia. Our mission is to restore the connection between people and nature, through experiential environmental education, community-driven revitalization, and the restoration of native ecosystems. Healthy communities stem from healthy land.

We work in partnership with Riverways, a coalition of local nonprofits working to educate and advocate for:

1) clean water;
2) increased access to on-water and near-the-water experiences;
and
3) youth becoming leaders and catalysts for conservation and awareness of our natural resources.

JOB SUMMARY:

LandHealth Institute has received grant funding from William Penn Foundation to establish a year-round kayaking program along the upper Schuylkill River, just above Fairmount Water Works. We are hiring a River Programs Manager to:

● Build upon our work with the Riverways Consortium and expand the scope of our river programming. Provide safe access to urban waterways, bolster community engagement and environmental advocacy for people of all ages.

● Continue our Program for Future Environmental Stewards and Scientists (ProFESS). ProFESS strives to empower area high school students to become leaders and change-makers through at-the-source lessons on natural history, watershed health, urban ecology, and green equity.

● Continue our scientific monitoring responsibilities of the river and our advocacy for cleaner riverways.

The River Programs Manager will report to the Operations Manager. This is a full or part-time position with some weekend and evening obligations for programming and events, especially throughout the boating season (approximately May-October).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Develop, coordinate, and deliver environmental educational programming

● Lead, train, and oversee ProFESS program students

● Perform scientific monitoring responsibilities, including water quality testing, bacterial

monitoring, macro-invertebrates surveys, and species inventories

● Lead safe on-water and near-the-water programming for the public, including kayaking

excursions and nature walks

● Maintain good relationships with a variety of docking sites

● Update and maintain standard operating procedures, emergency action plans, and

safety information. Identify and evaluate anticipated programmatic risks (weather, water

quality, etc), take appropriate action to mitigate, and be prepared to respond to problems as they arise.

● Create calendar and staffing/volunteer schedule for all River programs

● Oversee and maintain the fleet, ensuring the safety, storage, and hygiene of all boats and associated equipment

● Maintain partnership and compliance with relevant regulatory and law enforcement

entities such as Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, Coast Guard Auxiliary, Philadelphia Marine Unit, and Philadelphia Parks & Rec

● Community and partnership outreach and development
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Development Director: CASA Youth Advocates

The Development Director is accountable for achieving the fundraising goals of CASA Youth Advocates through leadership and execution of a strategic development plan, including annual giving, donor relations, special events, corporate partnerships and grants management. The Development Director works collaboratively with the marketing team to create awareness and support for CASA. Development Director co-chairs organization’s Development Committee with a Board member. The Development Director leads a team that includes the Development and Communications Manager and a contracted grant writer.

Key areas of responsibilities include:

1. Individual Giving Campaigns

2. Donors Relations and Tracking

3. Corporate Partnerships

4. Special Events/Fundraising

5. Public Relations

6. Community Ambassadorship

7. Grant Writing and Grant Management

Design and implement a comprehensive annual development funding plan, which supports the budgeting needs of CASA Youth Advocates and provides future financial resources for growth and expansion. Plan includes: individual giving (including multi-year and monthly giving commitments), major donor giving, grant writing and management, corporate giving, annual appeal, fundraising events, and digital fundraising campaigns.

Utilize designated CRM to collect, organize, and maintain a complete and accurate database record of donors and funding received. Create funding target for donor groups, including individuals, corporations, grants, major donors and Board of Directors. Develop and meet donor metrics; provide monthly reports of results against budget. Oversee and ensure compliance with gift accepting, gift counting, and gift processing policies and procedures.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with donors to ensure retention and expansion of donor commitments. Develop strategies for new donor acquisition and cultivation of new prospects. Support the stewardship of major donors, planned giving (including growing CASA’s endowment), and major corporate sponsors. Plans and executes strategies for donor recognition and engagement, including annual celebration events, personal acknowledgement and cultivation activities, personalized invitations to special events, etc.

Develop strong relationships within the community to foster a positive impact such that companies, schools, civic organizations, and individuals consider CASA Youth Advocates as a local nonprofit of choice for funding.

Provide leadership to the marketing team to ensure positive impact and consistency of CASA’s messaging. Review call to action in all printed and digital marketing campaign materials to ensure effective support of funding goals. Lead and manage major fundraising events, including the CASA Gala and Superhero 5K. Develop and implement program management plans and timelines, sets monetary and attendance goals. Develop and implement sponsorship programs for special events and contracts and manages all vendors. Identify opportunities for additional fundraising and friendraising events, in-kind donation drives, and provides support for individual fundraiser events organized by Board members or other CASA supporters.
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Major Gift Officer: Learn Fresh

Learn Fresh is a transformative nonprofit that empowers educators with innovative STEM and social-emotional learning experiences built around sports and entertainment. Learn Fresh programs focus on achieving equitable representation across the STEM pipeline for girls, students of color, and those living in low-income communities. Students who engage in Learn Fresh programs discover a new way of learning that is fun, highly engaging, and results in academic and social-emotional growth. To date, our programming has engaged over 900,000 students across the US and beyond. Learn Fresh programs include NBA Math Hoops, MLB Players STEM League, STEM Goals, and the Fellowship For Culturally Inclusive Education.

About the Role

The Major Gift Officer role will report into the Chief Development Officer and work closely with the CEO and Learn Fresh Board members to secure high-level gifts from individual funders. This role will provide strategic, well-formulated, and innovative fundraising approaches to secure new individual gifts while stewarding donors throughout the major giving process. This includes, but is not limited to: researching, sourcing, and soliciting new individual donors on behalf of Learn Fresh and our programs.

Responsibilities

Research, identify, and solicit major gift prospects in key markets across the US with a particular focus on developing donor pipelines in Texas, Florida, Chicago, New York and Los Angeles.
Build a portfolio of new individual donors and secure gifts of $20,000+ for Learn Fresh programming.
Work with Learn Fresh Board Members and the Learn Fresh Emerging Leaders Council to engage potential funders and host prospecting events.
Work with the Chief Development Officer to develop donor solicitation strategies and build a sustainable pipeline of donor prospects.
Work collaboratively with the Chief Development Officer and Director of Communications to prepare materials related to donor stewardship, reporting, and gift solicitation, including presentation materials, proposals, case statements and slide decks.
Develop and maintain an ongoing relationship with funders, with a “high-touch” stewardship approach.
Utilize Salesforce to track and manage donor/prospect portfolios.
Travel to meet with donors in focus regions (primarily NY, FL, TX, ILL, CA)

Who We Are:

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a tuition-free, public charter high school, with a singular focus on supporting youth aged 17-20 who have been pushed out of traditional schools. During our 1-year alternative program, Youthbuild facilitates a warm, loving culture that uses a variety of structures to build community, such as a restorative-justice approach to discipline, weekly community meetings, and school-wide service projects. Students are empowered to attain their high school diploma and vocational certifications, while receiving unconditional support by the staff around them. At YouthBuild, we work intentionally to disrupt the cycle of poverty and support our students to achieve post-secondary success (4-year college, 2-year college, vocational training program, or liveable wage job). Visit https://www.youthbuildphilly.org/ to learn more.

The Opportunity:

The Director of School Culture is a member of the school leadership team serving under the Principal who plays a pivotal role in developing the school’s culture systems and structure. The Director of School Culture will support and build a community that embraces cultural respect and understanding, restorative practices, individualized support and community-building. This position requires an individual who works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and families to create and implement initiatives that promote a culture of respect, excellence and perseverance. Through proactive measures and responsive strategies, the Director will lead a team of assistant deans in addressing conflict, support student well-being, and cultivate an environment where all members of the school community feel valued and supported.

Who You Are:

You are/have…

Invested in our core values – Respect, Excellence and Perseverance.
Equity-focused and believe that all students can achieve.
Passionate about community service and civic engagement.
Excited to mentor students and support them throughout their time at YouthBuild and beyond.
Collaborative and dedicated to personal and professional development.
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and 5 years of experience working in a similar role, required.
Experience in leading restorative practices.

Project Manager: Schultz & Williams

SALARY: USD $55,000 – $60,000 / year

Schultz & Williams (S&W) is a highly respected consulting firm that provides comprehensive services including development, direct response, temporary staffing, training and board development, data analytics and development operations services, strategic planning and marketing to nonprofits of all types and sizes. Schultz & Williams is a national firm headquartered in Philadelphia.

Position Overview

Reporting to a consulting team, the Project Manager (PM) works within S&W’s Development Consulting and Staff Solutions line of service, focusing on ongoing fundraising programs, capital campaigns and interim staffing. The PM is responsible for day-to-day client relationship management and serves as a facilitator and coordinator for fundraising programs, clients, and consultants.

The PM will serve on 8 – 10 client accounts at any given time. The PM will work with clients in all nonprofit sectors (unless client mission is in conflict with staff member’s beliefs or values).

The PM will have the opportunity to continue to build their knowledge of the nonprofit sector as a whole, and fundraising in particular, and will be able to contribute to the impact of diverse nonprofits as each one aims to make the world a better place. S&W is a for-profit consulting firm that is intentionally and uniquely positioned to meet the fundraising resource needs of nonprofit clients of all sizes, from start-up grassroots organizations to legacy institutions. Collaboration with Development Consulting colleagues – and colleagues in other S&W practice areas – will be essential in order to leverage the firm’s knowledge and deliver the greatest value to our clients. The PM’s voice, perspective and participation will be important on all assigned projects, as well as in broader team and firm-wide discussions. Client work will always be a top priority and workflow is not always predictable. The PM must be prepared to meet deadlines and maintain standards of excellence. Sales opportunities are ongoing and at times the PM will be asked to participate in preparation for Sales meetings and presentations.

This is currently a hybrid position, with the current expectation of two days a week spent in the Center City Philadelphia office. The PM must be available for on-site client meetings and internal S&W meetings 5 days a week, as needed. Some regional or national travel may be required, including client-related work as well as attending and representing S&W at conferences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree completed or candidacy.

1-3 years’ experience in a professional office setting
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Chief Development Officer: Covenant House Pennsylvania

Who We Are

What you’ll be doing in the role of Director of Development:

The Director of Development plays an important revenue-driving role as an individual contributor, responsible for planning and implementing an aggressive fundraising strategy to generate revenue for the organization. Specifically, this role will lead all aspects of the organization’s advancement efforts, create and implement the annual development plan, including donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; cultivation of major planned and endowment gifts; building the foundation for future capital campaign efforts; alumni and community-wide relationship development and stewardship; and major event planning and execution. Strategy, planning, and analytical skills are critical to performance success in this role. This role will proactively build channels of revenue that advance the brand and mission of Covenant House PA( CHPA).

The Director will manage an advancement team, support Board level committees and collaborate with other senior leaders to advance the mission of CHPA by identifying, attracting, and securing revenue in support of the organization’s financial sustainability. In addition, the Director will demonstrate effective leadership and mobilization of volunteers, increase corporate relationships, meet market fundraising goals and build awareness for Covenant House PA.
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Director of Development: Philadelphia Film Society

As the producer of the Philadelphia Film Festival and creative force behind the Philadelphia Film Center, PFS Bourse Theater, and PFS East Theater, the Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) raises awareness of film as an important art form in Philadelphia and serves as a vital piece of the city’s arts and culture community.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Development will be responsible for all fundraising and development activities with a focus on establishing and implementing the infrastructure needed to grow annual revenue through the solicitation of major gifts, federal and state grants, special events, and corporate and foundation support. In addition, the Director of Development will oversee the Institutional Giving Manager, Membership Manager, and Development Coordinator and work closely with the board of directors as they take on a more active fundraising role.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and implement an annual development plan and budget to support short and long term fundraising strategies, goals, and action plans

• Identify, cultivate, and manage a robust individual giving prospect list to develop and expand funding relationships, ensure effective cultivation strategies and solicitation plans to enhance PFS’s contributed revenue

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with current and prospective institutional donors including corporations, foundations, charitable trusts, and other institutional entities

• Prepare grant requests and requisite budgets as required

• Create cultivation opportunities for PFS members and donors throughout the year via screenings and other activities for engagement

• Contribute to the planning and execution of events to ensure an exceptional experience with a focus on cultivation and stewardship

• Ensure that accurate and complete records of donor communications are kept

• Provide leadership, coaching, and active hands-on management for the development team to increase their capabilities and effectiveness

• Represent PFS at external events and functions as required and develop relationships with partners to support organizational positioning

• Design coordinated marketing strategies for development presence in all communications, creating and implementing a communication and promotional plan for increased donor engagement

• Oversee research funding sources and trends, with foresight, to help position PFS ahead of major funding changes or trends

SKILLS

• Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives

• Ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build long term relationships

• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others; is adept at creating a positive, collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment

• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

• Use MS Office Suite, Google Suite, donor research platforms (DonorSearch), and database management software (DonorPerfect) proficiently

• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, including participation in conferences, workshops, and professional affiliations
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Senior Business Manager: Tyler School of Art and Architecture of Temple University

The Tyler School of Art and Architecture invites applicants for the position of Senior Business Manager. This position is an opportunity to work for a school with nationally ranked programs situated within Temple University. The Senior Business Manager provides direct financial support to the faculty, staff and students of Tyler by processing business transactions and providing financial guidance. Tyler is looking for a candidate who can communicate financial principles in a creative environment and who thrives in a high-volume environment.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission – eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T25
Learn more about the “T” salary structure here: https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Struct…

Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate:

$55,000.00

Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate:

$65,000.00

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Finance & Administration, the Senior Business Manager provides direct financial support to the faculty, staff and students of Tyler by managing the School’s budget through transactions, reconciliation and reporting. The Sr. Business Manger processes business transactions, including but are not limited to, creating purchase orders in TUMarketplace, hiring adjunct faculty and TA/Gas in Taleo, processing scholarships and tuition remission and approving payroll. The Sr. Business Manager is also responsible for managing the School’s funds and providing financial reports to faculty and staff who oversee those budgets. This includes running and distribution of Cognos reports and preparing analysis of spending in Excel. The Sr. Business Manager works with the Director to ensure the School’s budget is on target and that fluctuations in revenue are reflected in account allocations. The Sr. Business Manager in conjunction with the Senior Facilities Manager oversees the operations of the Architecture building.

Month: May 2024