Author: Margie DuBrow

Human Resource Specialist: Broad Street Ministry

To apply for this position, please send your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter to: employment@broadstreetministry.org. Indicate “Human Resource Specialist” in the subject line of your email.

About Broad Street Ministry:

Broad Street Ministry is an organization that helps Philadelphians living in deep poverty stabilize their lives through a unique offering of meals and social services that is welcoming to everyone. Our long term vision is not only to meaningfully reduce the trauma and suffering caused by scarcity for Philadelphia’s most vulnerable populations, but, along with best-of-class social services and government partners, to break the cycle of poverty, homelessness and hunger in Philadelphia.

Position Summary:

The Human Resource Specialist reports to the Director of Finance and Administration (DFA); supervises the Project Manager, and oversees all human resource responsibilities including: recruitment, compliance, benefits, compensation, employee relations, and administrative resources. He/she/they will be responsible for supporting the organization with contracts and memorandums of understanding that support and protect our mission and ensure strategies and initiatives are met. The Human Resource Specialist will oversee all the administrative aspects of the BSM facility, including contracts and vendor relations. She/he/they will supervise the Project Manager. The Human Resource Specialist will be responsible for updating and maintaining the employee handbook and act as a subject matter expert on all aspects of employee and organization policy and procedures

Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Counsels, orients, and trains managers and supervisors on the interpretation and administration of Human Resources policies. Administers Human Resources policies and procedures as they pertain to all employees.

·        Works closely with Payroll to investigate and troubleshoot any issues related to employee pay.

·        Develops and maintains employee engagement initiatives.

·        Manages an annual employee survey process and subsequent readouts.

·        Handles the onboarding and offboarding of all full-time employees.

·        Ensures compliance with state, local and federal guidelines and policies to protect the business and its employees.

·        Partners with management to ensure HR policies and programs are aligned with strategic initiatives.

·        Manages the annual performance management process.

·        Oversees, handles and manages employee relations issues.

·        Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to maintain efficient and effective services.

·        Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

·        Coordinate and oversee contractors who support our operations.

·        Oversee workspace assignments, building safety procedures and facility operations as it pertains to staff needs and physical plant.

·        Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.

·        Coordinate effectively with ADP Professional Employer Organization HR Business Partner around HR practices and functions.

·        Manage and support the Project Manager in the planning and execution of special projects and initiative.

·        Assist department managers in creating processes and procedures that support employee engagement, professional development, and departmental efficiencies.

·        Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

·        3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·        Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

·        Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

·        Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

·        Experience with ADP Workforce Now a plus.

·        SHRM certification and/or human resource, business administration, or similar coursework is also a plus.

Other:

The mission of Broad Street Ministry is to transform our city, our institutions, and ourselves by embracing the individual needs of our most vulnerable sisters and brothers, and by embracing radical hospitality. We believe that the only way to achieve that mission is to have a diverse staff that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.

Broad Street Ministry does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, criminal record, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Broad Street Ministry believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff is critical to our success as a community services organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

This position is located at Broad Street Ministry, 315 S. Broad Street. At the discretion of management, this role may be temporarily or occasionally performed in a remote location within the greater Philadelphia region.

Salary Range: $55,000 – 60,000 Annually. The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation package that includes: medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays and PTO.

To apply for this position, please send your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter to: employment@broadstreetministry.org. Indicate “Human Resource Specialist” in the subject line of your email.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter to: employment@broadstreetministry.org. Indicate “Human Resource Specialist” in the subject line of your email.

Policy Director: The Philadelphia Association of Community Development Corporations (PACDC)

Together, PACDC and our members help create an equitable city where every Philadelphian lives, works, and thrives in a neighborhood that offers an excellent quality of life. Job Summary PACDC is seeking an experienced candidate to lead the PACDC Policy Team (which also includes the Executive Director, and the Health and Special Projects Manager) to advance a focused policy and advocacy agenda to expand and preserve resources for affordable homes and community development activities; improve systems and programs that enhance efforts to improve the quality of life in lower-income communities; and advance equitable development to ensure that lower-income residents and communities benefit from neighborhood revitalization.

This position reports directly to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities Policy Advocacy & Development • Develop and implement policy and strategies to support CDCs and promote equitable neighborhood revitalization in concert with the membership and allies. • Expand and coordinate the involvement of PACDC’s members and allies in our advocacy and public education efforts, including staffing committees. • Develop effective relationships with public officials and other advocacy organizations to support PACDC’s policy and advocacy activities. • Monitor, analyze and report on policies, programs and legislation that impact CDCs and the environment they work within. • Conduct research, write reports, and develop public education materials that support PACDC’s advocacy efforts. Communications & Messaging • Help develop and implement targeted public relations strategies around specific public policy issues, create opportunities for media coverage to better educate the public about key decision makers, and promote the programmatic work of PACDC and our members. • Create and maintain policy content on www.pacdc.org and social media. 2 Organizational Development & Support • Represent PACDC at events and to other organizations. • Participate in organizational operations as appropriate, including assisting with fundraising and reporting for policy work. • Oversee policy interns as necessary. • Participate in committee meetings of other departments such as Member Services to align the organization’s policy advocacy and member services work.

Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will have: • At least eight years’ experience in community development, community organizing, or related work. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate and persuade others. • Demonstrated experience in policy analysis, developing successful advocacy campaigns, and knowledge of grassroots organizing. • Familiarity with Philadelphia housing and neighborhood economic development programs, policy issues, and politics. • Experience with and ability to build relationships with Philadelphia public officials. • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with diverse organizations and individuals. • Experience in media relations and communications. • Strong research skills. • Self-starter/ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong computer skills.

Salary

$65,000 – $75,000Salary range is $65,000-$75,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits

This is an exempt, full-time position. Salary range is $65,000-$75,000, commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits, including health, dental, life and disability insurance, generous Paid Time Off, Employer 401k contribution after one year of employment, professional development, commuter benefits, and a supportive working environment.

Please EMAIL a resume, cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications, and a writing sample, with the subject heading “Policy Director” to: policyjobsearch@pacdc.org

PACDC is currently working remotely, so we are only accepting resumes via email. We will notify candidates that proceed to the interview stage, which will take place over Zoom. This position will be remote until we return to the office (date TBD).

PACDC embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Development Director: HIAS and Council Migration Service of Philadelphia

MISSION

HIAS Pennsylvania supports low-income immigrants of all backgrounds as they build new lives in our community. Through immigration legal services and an array of social services, we work to address their needs, defend their rights, and advocate for their equitable inclusion in American society.

General Description:

HIAS Pennsylvania seeks a full-time development director to head our ongoing fundraising and communications efforts. The Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all of HIAS Pennsylvania fundraising and communications including the major gifts program, annual fund, planned giving, and special events. With the support of the Development and Communications Associate, the Director works closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to expand the organization’s supporter base, cultivate donors and increase visibility.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Fundraising Planning

Major Donor cultivation

Individual Giving

Grant Writing

Supervision

Tasks

Fundraising Planning:

  • Create and implement a fundraising plan that details how the organization can continuously build financial support in a cost-effective and time efficient manner
  • Identifies sources such as individual donors, foundation/government grants, charitable events, and corporate investors
  • In consultation with Executive Director, Development Committee, and full Board, develop strategies to successfully ensure effective fundraising
  • With the help of the Communications Committee, oversee organization’s communications, including branding, public relations, social media, updates, presentations and other communications
  • Supervise overall event strategy, help secure sponsorships, and manage two major events each year
  • Stay up-to-date on philanthropy research, platforms and tools
  • Staff the Communication and Development Board Committees

Major Donor Cultivation

  • Grow major gifts program by identifying potential donors and strategizing cultivation and solicitation strategies
  • Personally solicit major donors
  • Support Executive Director, Development Committee Members, Board Members, and other volunteers in soliciting gifts
  • Grow Legacy Giving program by identifying potential donors and strategizing cultivation and solicitation strategies

Individual Giving

  • Work with the Development and Communications Associate to create and distribute regularly scheduled donor appeals
  • Supervise gift processing and thanking
  • Make public appearances as needed

Grant Writing

  • Work with the Executive Director to identify prospective grant opportunities
  • Work with the Executive Director to manage foundation relationships
  • Write and report on grants as needed

Supervision

  • Supervise Development and Communications Associate in their overall support of fundraising goals and management of communications efforts
  • Supervise Community Engagement Specialist in their management of volunteers and in-kind donations
  • Supervise Compliance Specialist to ensure data for major donors and foundations is readily and timely available.
  • Supervise gift processing aspects of the Executive Assistant’s position

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and at least five years of development/fundraising experience
  • Demonstrated track record of success in raising major gifts of $10,000 or more
  • Comfort in personally asking people for money
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Ability to develop fundraising strategies and budgets
  • Ability to work with diverse staff, Board and stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Eager to mentor staff and Board regarding donor relationships and asks
  • Grant writing experience preferred
  • Ability to motivate Board, volunteers, and other staff members to help expand fundraising
  • Commitment to working with immigrants and refugees and to our mission to “welcome the stranger”
  • Ability to “do what it takes” to complete a project
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work with databases
  • Ability to work with WordPress websites preferred

HIAS Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic or classification protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

This is an exempt position; salary is commensurate with experience. Employment package

includes comprehensive health care insurance coverage, 403(b) employer contribution retirement

account, and very generous paid holiday leave and vacation provisions. Diverse candidates are

encouraged to apply.

HIAS PA is working remotely for the foreseeable future but under normal circumstances HIAS

Pennsylvania is a fast-paced environment. There is considerable traffic in the office and the work

environment has a moderate amount of noise. The office functions as a team and staff members

are asked to work both independently and collaboratively.

Qualified applicants who represent minority and marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position

description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of

interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary

employment responsibilities at the agency. Employees are also expected to understand and be in

compliance with applicable laws and agency policies.

Salary

$75,000 – $80,000This is a full-time exempt position; salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits

This is an exempt position; salary is commensurate with experience. Employment package includes comprehensive health care insurance coverage, 403(b) employer contribution retirement account, and very generous paid holiday leave and vacation provisions. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please send a cover letter and resume in pdf format to Yvonne Leung the Executive Assistant at yleung@hiaspa.org. No Phone Calls Please.

Executive Director, The Nonprofit Center, La Salle University: La Salle University

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, The Nonprofit Center is looking for a well-connected, and innovative individual to be its fourth leader. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated passion for the nonprofit sector, and will also have a strong commitment to building the capacity of the sector. This candidate will have broad exposure to the nonprofit sector, with at least seven years of experience working in the sector with experience at the leadership level, preferably spanning multiple nonprofits. The ideal candidate will have experience consulting and/or teaching/training and have earned a graduate degree in a relevant field. Strong written and verbal skills is a must.

The position is responsible for oversight of the design and implementation of The Nonprofit Center’s consulting, education and leadership development capacity building programs; direction of a staff of five and a pool of approximately 50 consultants and instructors; management of the overall operations of The Center, and consultation/collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. This is a full-time, non-academic appointment.

Details can be found on La Salle University’s website here.

How to Apply

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Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations: Please Touch Museum

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations will take the lead in identifying, cultivating, securing funding, and stewarding foundation, government and corporate partnerships and grants regionally and nationally. This position will work collaboratively across PTM departments: Development, Executive, Museum Learning, Exhibitions, Finance, Operations, Admissions, Memberships, Marketing and Communications. The Director works closely with Chief Operations Officer, Director of Research and Evaluation to ensure satisfactory completion of granted and sponsored projects and programs. The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations is the principal contact for all corporate and foundation funders to ensure steady funding streams to meet the Museum’s needs and budgeted goals.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepare, write, and submit all letters of inquiry and proposals, engaging other staff and departments as necessary to ensure consistency of information, alignment with best practices in early childhood learning and development, and to provide data to support the rationale for the proposal or the outcomes of a program or Museum experience.
  • Develop sponsorship and proposal materials in coordination with Marketing for use in all solicitation opportunities.
  • Create and maintain a comprehensive calendar of corporate and foundation funding opportunities and reporting deadlines.
  • Lead the organization’s annual corporate partnership program, including the preparation of materials and fulfillment of benefits. Supports cross-promotional partnerships, as required.
  • Direct the solicitation of support from federal, state, and, when appropriate, city funding programs for capital and operating support.
  • Work with the database manager to ensure accurate, up-to-date records are tracked in the database system and work with museum learning, marketing, admissions, membership, finance, operations and executive office to assure timely and accurate data collection as required for grant proposals and reports.
  • Create prospect lists and cultivation plans to support leadership outreach. Manages activation plans in coordination with Marketing of all committed sponsors and ensures a team approach to fulfillment.
  • Initiate cash and in-kind sponsorship outreach for museum events. Participates in planning efforts to develop and identify funding opportunities and ensure revenue targets are achieved.
  • Oversee and executes completion of Annual Cultural Data Project in coordination with development manager and other Museum departments.
  • Prepare research profiles on regional and national corporations and foundations that align with PTM’s exhibits, programs, and strategic objectives to identify new opportunities.
  • Prepares outreach plans for leadership to create relationships when appropriate.
  • Research best practices and activities of peer organizations to maintain PTM’s competitiveness.
  • Edit and proofread grant proposals and other communications.
  • Participate in receptions and special events as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, Field of study: Communications, Museum Communications, or related field.
  • A minimum of 5-8 years of a proven track record of success in corporate and foundation fundraising
  • Preferably at least three of those years will include a proven track record in working in corporate and foundation fundraising in an educational or museum environment. Five years of non-profit experience in donor development, grant writing and gift solicitation.
  • Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment; able to organize, integrate and present complicated information in an understandable and compelling manner; highly organized and able to multi-task with ease; proven successful, excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Experience managing and strategically growing a corporate and foundation development portfolio. Local knowledge of the Philadelphia philanthropic and business community is preferred.
  • Knowledgeable regarding trends in philanthropy, education, museums, and awareness of corporate and foundation funding sources. Experience researching and identifying funding sources. Knowledge of best practices in foundation and corporate relations.
  • Able to analyze requests for proposals, guidelines and requests; able to think and problem solve creatively; organize ideas appropriately. Able to understand and structure budgets.
  • Strong project management skills and time management skills; highly organized and detailed oriented. Knowledge of organizational development as it pertains to seeking corporate and foundation funding. Experience working with donors and corporate/foundation representatives.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiar with experience with Donor Management software; Altru experience a plus.
  • Experience with technical report writing, able to present technical data. Ability to write persuasive, convincing cases for funding.  Excellent writing/editing skills.
  • Able to communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally. Demonstrated results in developing cultivation strategies, creating successful sponsorship packages and funding proposals.
  • Knowledge of methods and strategies that cultivate and maintain relationships between fund-seeking and recipient organizations and funders.
  • Ability to travel locally and out of state as required. i.e. Cultivation events and donor visits. May include evening/weekend work activity. Several evening and weekend development and other special events each year.
  • Must have PA Criminal History, FBI fingerprints, and PA Child Abuse Clearances. All background check clearances must be complete prior to hire.
Education Level:
Bachelor’s degree required, Field of study: Communications, Museum Communications, or related field.
To Apply

Apply at http://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org/careers/

Please Touch Museum offers an excellent work environment, benefit, generous time off package and competitive salary. To apply for this opportunity, please fill out our online application. Should you have questions on the application process or require assistance in completing our application, please email employment@pleasetouchmuseum.org .

Please Touch Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks and employs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, transgender, pregnancy, medical condition, national origin, age veteran status, disability, citizenship, ethnicity language, socio-economic status, family or marital status or other classifications identified and protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, promotion, assignment, discharge, training, wage & salary administration, employee benefits, application of policies and other terms and conditions of employment.

Director of Marketing & Communications: Please Touch Museum

Position Summary:

The Director of Marketing & Communications plays a vital role in developing, executing, and evaluating the integrated marketing and communications strategy to advance the Museum’s institutional brand and mission, positioning Please Touch Museum for future growth.

The Director will work to increase Please Touch Museum’s visibility, ensuring institutional messaging and brand integrity across all owned, earned, and paid platforms. The Director will coordinate a broad range of activities that advance the Museum’s mission, strategic plan, brand, reputation, and supports revenue generation. This role contributes significantly to meeting the organizational goals and objectives and is responsible for aligning department goals and initiatives with the strategy, mission, and values of the Museum.

This role will manage external freelance/agency relationships and future MarCom staff.

Essential Functions:

  • Develops and executes comprehensive integrated marketing and communication strategy and corresponding budgets to support revenue goals while elevating Please Touch Museum’s visibility locally and nationally.
  • Create and execute content strategy aligned with the strategic plan and ensure brand integrity for internal and external audiences across all Museum owned, earned, and paid platforms.
  • Serves as the primary writer, authoring copy that clearly articulates institutional messaging across a broad range of touchpoints including website, news stories, social media, advertising, press releases, annual reports, op-eds, ad copy, constituent communications, collateral, museum signage and wayfinding, etc. Develop talking points for Museum spokespersons and employees, and other communique as needed.
  • Oversee the creation and execution of creative brand assets to support Museum-specific initiatives including traveling exhibits, fundraising campaigns, membership and admission campaigns, community, and special events, etc.
  • Partners with Director of Member and Visitor Services to develop and deploy a compelling advertising and outreach strategy to meet and exceed revenue goals.
  • Engages and collaborates with colleagues to understand departmental priorities to create narratives and campaigns that leverage key initiatives in support the Museum’s strategic plan.
  • Hires, directs, and evaluates freelance/agency partners and MarCom staff with an emphasis on creating inspiring work, championing individual strengths and team collaboration, and developing team capabilities to uplift and support Museum initiatives.
  • Ensures effective management and trafficking of creative requests utilizing internal and external resources in support of Museum initiatives, ensuring final delivery is on brand, on time, and on budget.

The position’s essential functions listed above describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree – Field of study: Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
  • 8 years’ experience demonstrating outstanding integrated communication, experience including editorial, marketing, advertising, social media, public relations, and creative expressions.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to persuasively present marketing and communication strategies; strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills, Familiarity with AP Style preferred.
  • Must have a solid understanding of marketing and communication principles, must be fluent in current technologies and up to date on best practices in digital communications/social media.
  • Demonstrated experience and success in developing communication and brand management strategies. Analyze data to make informed decisions and guide/refine strategies.
  • Understanding of effective integrated communication and content marketing strategies and analytics. Demonstrated experience and success in developing communication and brand management strategies across platforms that drive results.
  • Ability to manage multiple, complex and time sensitive priorities.
  • Ability to work as a collaborative team member and lead direct reports/agency/freelancers to produce creative work and meet broad institutional goals.
  • Adobe Creative Suite, MAC, PC and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong capabilities with social media platforms and Web CMS, working knowledge of SEO/SEM, PPC, Google Analytics and HTML.  Video editing skills preferred.
  • Experience with digital photography/DSLR camera, iPhone video/photography preferred.
  • Ability to establish work priorities and set/meet deadlines. Ability to handle difficult overlapping problems in a professional and positive manner, while working independently.
  • Ability to step back, think big, push creativity, and have fun.
  • Valid Driver’s License required.
  • Must have PA Criminal History, FBI fingerprints, and PA Child Abuse Clearances. All background check clearances must be complete prior to hire.

Education Level:

Bachelor’s degree – Field of study: Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
To Apply

Apply at http://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org/careers/

Please Touch Museum offers an excellent work environment, benefit, generous time off package and competitive salary. To apply for this opportunity, please fill out our online application. Should you have questions on the application process or require assistance in completing our application, please email employment@pleasetouchmuseum.org .

Please Touch Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks and employs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, transgender, pregnancy, medical condition, national origin, age veteran status, disability, citizenship, ethnicity language, socio-economic status, family or marital status or other classifications identified and protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, promotion, assignment, discharge, training, wage & salary administration, employee benefits, application of policies and other terms and conditions of employment.

Associate Director of Planned and Major Gifts: Curtis Institute of Music

The Associate Director of Planned and Major Gifts is responsible for managing Curtis’s planned giving program and soliciting and securing major gifts for the Curtis endowment and Annual Fund. The ideal candidate is experienced in running a planned giving program and well versed in the mechanics of various deferred giving vehicles such as pooled income funds, gift annuities, and charitable remainder trusts. Curtis’s endowment is a key component of the institute’s operational model, and the Associate Director is the Development Team’s primary manager for its oversight, growth, and proliferation. The Associate Director will be responsible for a portfolio of 150-200 planned and major giving prospects.

Essential Functions:

Planned and Endowment Giving:

  • Actively manage the marketing of Curtis’s planned giving program—the Founder’s Society—to qualified prospects and expand society membership
  • Prepare planned giving proposals and gift agreements to secure current and deferred gifts to the Curtis endowment
  • Maintain precise records and valuations of all active estate and deferred gifts • Oversee the stewardship and reporting needs of all endowment gifts and funds, as needed
  • Review and maintain all planned and endowment giving media and content including, but not limited to, the Curtis website, e-News, annual reports, and donor brochures
  • Continuously assess Curtis’s gift pipeline and develop strategies to secure new commitments
  • Serve as the key contact for internal and external stakeholders to manage Curtis’s life income programs
  • Conduct training sessions for fundraising staff regarding planned giving techniques and prospect profiles to familiarize colleagues with planned giving opportunities
  • Collaborate with front-line fundraisers and other Curtis staff members to develop and implement cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to secure endowment and planned gifts
  • Act as a key advocate for Curtis and publicly articulate its immediate and long-term financial and endowment needs

Major Giving:

  • Work collaboratively with other gift officers to secure major gifts to the Curtis Annual Fund
  • Serve as a key member of the Development team to achieve the annual fundraising goals
  • Work collaboratively with Curtis leadership to develop strategies and secure endowment and campaign-related gifts
  • Participate in each step of the donor pipeline including: identification; qualification through research; cultivation; briefing; request for support; and prompt follow up, stewardship, and recognition
  • Develop individual donor strategies, along with materials, to solicit new, renew, and upgrade major gifts
  • Participate in the departmental portfolio review process and maintain an organized system for donor stewardship by updating constituent records, as appropriate
  • Administer gifts of personal property to Curtis, including gift acceptance, gift agreement, acknowledgment, and recognition requirements

Administrative and additional tasks:

  • Enter timely actions and reports into Raiser’s Edge to ensure proper notations of donor interactions and planned gift intentions
  • Reviews lists of donors during the creation of annual reports, recognition lists, and appeals
  • Generates a biannual endowment gift pipeline report to be shared with members of the Curtis leadership team and the board of trustees
  • As needed, participates in development committee meetings and other meetings where the Curtis endowment and planned giving programs are being discussed
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

  • 5 to 10 years of planned giving and major gift experience
  • Advanced understanding of deferred giving vehicles: remainder trusts, pooled income fund, gift annuities
  • Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM software
  • Strong Microsoft office skills
  • Ability to work with donors, committee members, and volunteer leadership with tact and diplomacy
  • Strong work effort with a focus on collaboration
  • Ability to write effectively, speak persuasively, and present information logically and neatly in various contexts
  • Communicate the value of music education
  • Ability to travel to meet prospects and donors and a willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed

Candidates should have a strong orientation toward:

  • improving upon and keeping front of mind personal and institutional practices to make Curtis ever more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
  • maintaining a collaborative mindset in a small but high achieving organization.
  • administrative excellence that matches the excellence of the Curtis student body.

Required Core Values:

The ideal candidate must exhibit:

  • a positive, “can-do” attitude
  • devotion and dedication to Curtis, its students, alumni, and parents
  • passion for their work, and contribution to the field and greater good
  • commitment and accountability for their work, and an ability to effect change
  • desire and willingness to collaborate, think creatively, and make data-driven decisions
  • respect, courtesy, and patience for colleagues, other staff, faculty, patrons, core constituents, and volunteers
  • an eagerness to make Curtis a more diverse and inclusive institution

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

  • Routine for office environment
  • Travel and night/weekend work occasionally required

To Apply:

For best consideration, interested and qualified applicants should electronically submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and salary requirements to: human.resources@curtis.edu Position will remain open until filled. Curtis offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and an attractive benefit package. Hire is contingent upon the successful passing of PA Act 153 and criminal (ADP) background screenings. No phone calls, please. EOE. URL: http://www.curtis.edu

To Apply

To Apply:

For best consideration, interested and qualified applicants should electronically submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and salary requirements to: human.resources@curtis.edu Position will remain open until filled. Curtis offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and an attractive benefit package. Hire is contingent upon the successful passing of PA Act 153 and criminal (ADP) background screenings. No phone calls, please. EOE. URL: http://www.curtis.edu

Manager of Visual Communications and Digital Media: Center for Art in Wood

Contact: info@CenterForArtinWood.org, attention Fred Kaplan-Mayer, Managing Director

Schedule: Full Time Employee

Salary: Competitive, DOE; medical and dental coverage; option to enroll in retirement plan

Start date: June/July 2021

 

Description

The Center for Art in Wood interprets, nurtures, and champions creative engagement and expansion of art, craft, and design in wood to enhance the public’s understanding and appreciation of it. A dynamic, unique, and fast-paced organization, the Center seeks a creative, collaborative, and experienced Manager of Visual Communications and Digital Media. Working as part of an energetic and collaborative staff, the Manager will interpret the Center’s mission, visual identity, and commitment to innovative programs into fresh and engaging visual outreach.

 

Organizational Background

Since its inception in 1986, The Center for Art in Wood, formerly the Wood Turning Center, has been widely recognized by artists, collectors, scholars and the public as one of the most valuable resources for the education, preservation and promotion of the field of art made from wood. The Center currently houses over 1,200 permanent collection objects, 25,000 artist files, and annually mounts four to five exhibitions of new work and museum collection objects. It stages the annual Windgate international residency program and holds educational events on-site and in its programs microsite.

The Center’s focus is aimed at widening the discourse and audience for art, craft, and design in wood and at creating a space for the public to learn, enjoy, and be inspired.

The  Manager of Visual Communications and Digital Media will be a visual identity and graphic designer, content creator, web designer and master, and support staff member who will perform various tasks in line with the Programs, Development, and Operations needs of the Center.

Job Duties & Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities for the Manager of Visual Communications and Digital Media include, but are not limited to:

GRAPHIC DESIGN:

Design all collateral materials, and coordinate production by vendors, as appropriate.

Design all visual identity associated with exhibitions, programs, events, and initiatives, including—but not limited to—signage, collateral, and guide components.

COMMUNICATIONS/MEDIA:

Promote Center programs through online listings, social media outlets, and printed material distribution.

Strategize wayfinding and user-experience design for Center visitation.

Assist with the execution of content development for promotional materials.

Work closely with administrative and store staff to maintain the website, programs microsite, and webstore; execute updates, perform edits, and add content, in a timely manner and as needed.

Provide program support at Center events and programs as needed.

Assist with bi-weekly email blast.

Qualifications

Demonstrated facility with Adobe Creative Suite, image- and video-editing software, HTML, WordPress, Shopify, and other platforms.

Self-starter able to work independently but on-task.

Efficient, organized, collaborative, professional, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Eager to learn the behind-the-scenes mechanics of working in a museum.

Excellent communication and organization skills, with ability to perform as an enthusiastic ambassador for the Center.

Have an interest in communications and Philadelphia’s arts and culture community.

Demonstrated ability to respond to challenges with creative and compelling solutions.

Reporting

The Manager of Visual Communications and Digital Media works closely and cooperatively with curatorial and communications staff and reports to the Artistic Director.

To Apply

How to Apply

In order to be considered, please submit the following information: Cover, professional resume, three work samples, and three relevant references to info@centerforartinwood.org.

The Center for Art in Wood is committed to fostering a diverse, lively, inclusive, and accessible environment and is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that are prohibited by law.

Guest Experience Manager: The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute, the most visited museum in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, strives to be the world leader in promoting science and technology education and literacy through inspiring and engaging experiences that cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and an understanding of the crucial role science plays in our lives.

At The Franklin Institute, we provide an environment that is as nurturing as it is dynamic. Our team-oriented approach allows for ample learning and career growth opportunities. We think you will find the Institute offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents. We are eager for your input, ideas, and inspiration.

Position Description:

The Guest Experience Manager will supervise and execute all aspects of the museum floor operations with a primary focus on the ticketing and guest services functions. This customer-focused position must ensure that all of the areas perform successfully, meeting the operational, professional, and customer standards of the museum to deliver a world-class visitor experience.  The Guest Experience Manager will also be responsible for:

  • Supervise all departmental staff members and assist with any job function when needed
  • Successfully oversee the daily operating plan, including management of first aid and lost and found
  • Create a fun, positive, inclusive team environment for all staff members
  • Monitor departmental standards with a focus on delivering a World Class Visitor Experience
  • Manage and evaluate staff performance
  • Responsible for staffing; including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training
  • Assist with customer service training and reward and recognition programs for all front line staff
  • Assign and adjust staff members on the daily schedule to cover the museum based upon the days business pressures
  • Establish a significant presence on the floor to ensure all areas are operating successfully and that the staff members are having fun
  • Ensure the security of all revenue collected through the ticketing area by observing established theft deterrence measures
  • Execute the daily box office cash out including verifying all vouchers and coupons
  • Responsible for safe reconciliation and ordering operating funds as needed

Position Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree is preferred or a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience managing staff in a sales and customer service setting are required.
  • Proven success operating within a high volume ticketed venue or visitor facing organization
  • Experience coaching, motivating, and monitoring staff members in a fun, energetic environment

Benefits Information:

The Franklin Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance and disability coverage. We also offer generous Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and numerous wellness program benefits.

The Franklin Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.

To Apply

Please visit our Careers page at https://www.fi.edu/join-our-team/job-openings or contact employment@fi.edu (please indicate the position for which you are applying in the subject line). We look forward to hearing from you!

Director of Development: Compass Working Capital

Boston, MA/Philadelphia, PA | Full-Time Salaried

A wealth gap exists in our country that disproportionately impacts women and communities of color. Across the United States, financial assets remain a primary predictor of achievement, income, well-being, college access,and business ownership. Our team is working to end this.

As the Director of Development (DOD) at Compass Working Capital (“Compass”), you will help lead the direction and implementation of fundraising strategies and operations across individuals, corporations, and foundations. In partnership with the Chief Development & Communications Officer (CDCO) and other members of the Executive Team, you will contribute to expanding the organization’s revenue in line with Compass’ strategic plan to significantly increase its national scope and impact,in pursuit of its long-term goal to end asset poverty for 220,000 families with low incomes by 2030. This role will serve as an internal performance lead and external representative of Compass, engaging a broad spectrum of funders, partners, and supporters as the organization continues to grow and diversify its revenue streams.

For context, the Compass team, led by the CEO and the Chief Development & Communications Officer, is raising $4.75 million in philanthropy from foundations and corporations, and $725,000 from individuals this fiscal year. These targets will continue to rise in the coming years as the organization expands its work. As Director of Development,you will play a leading role in growing the financial support for Compass in key fundraising and development areas and execute on reaching Compass’ ambitious goals as you orchestrate major fundraising appeals, plan and launch cultivation events for current and prospective donors, and manage and grow relationships with corporations, foundations,and individuals.

The Director of Development will supervise a Development& Communications Associate. This role reports to the CDCO.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

The Director of Development will be responsible for leading the implementation and operations of Compass’ fundraising strategy. The key responsibilities of this position include:

  • Individual Donor Management and Support to Leadership
  • Lead planning and execution of two major fundraising appeals each year
  • Manage a portfolio of individual donors and prospects
  • Qualify donors and assign to DOD, CDCO, or CEO portfolio based on overall fundraising strategy
  • Plan and execute regular cultivation and stewardship events for prospective and current donors, including one large annual event (Breakfast Benefit)
  • Actively partner with the CEO and CDCO to coordinate and support top individual donor meetings as needed
  • Lead and support one or more local Advisory Boards

Steward Relationships with Institutional/Corporate Partners:

  • Manage relationships with local foundations and corporations, and some national foundations and corporations
  • Support CDCO to cultivate and steward top national foundation and corporate relationships and secure philanthropic support for programmatic expansion to new geographies
  • Write high-quality proposals and reports, in collaboration with the Development & Communications Associate, and ensure timely submission

Management of Team and Development Operations:

  • Develop, improve, and help maintain development management systems, as needed, including team’s use of Salesforce
  • Facilitate Development team meetings to support team learning and coordination of workflows to accomplish the team’s projects, activities,and goals throughout the year
  • Oversee timely processing and acknowledgement of all contributions by Development & Communications Associate, including review and approval of all drafted acknowledgement letters
  • Oversee online donation platform and gift processing systems

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Compass seeks solutions-focused and collaborative leaders who have demonstrated alignment with Compass’ mission, either through lived,work, or volunteer experience in communities of people with low incomes. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on development leader seeking an opportunity to help build the development function in a growing, entrepreneurial nonprofit that values equity, innovation, and impact.

We seek candidates with previous experience in and a passion for development and undraising. We’ll be most excited about your candidacy if you can demonstrate prior success delivering results in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. We do not expect candidates to meet all of the criteria listed below.Reviewing the qualifications can help you to better understand the expectations of this role.

If you believe you have “what it takes,” please submit an application. We will be excited to hear from you and each application will be carefully reviewed and acknowledged by a member of our team. Below you will find key experiences and mindsets we seek:
  • Commitment to Compass’ mission and values and a passion for impacting the lives of others
  • Development experience in nonprofit fundraising field;experience with soliciting and closing major gifts is a priority; institutional giving, grants management, and event management (including virtual events) experience preferred
  • Intellectual depth, maturity, and the ability to collaborate effectively and authentically with colleagues, senior leaders, and xternal partners
  • Excellent writing skills with an ability to reflect the Compass brand in written communications, combining data and storytelling to effectively communicate through emails, proposals, reports, and so on
  • Strong administrative, information management, and organizational skills, with an emphasis on time management and the ability to plan,organize, and implement numerous projects simultaneously
  • Systems- and process- oriented: ability to create,follow, and improve upon department systems and processes that enable team to operate at the highest level
  • Experience using data to monitor progress toward team goals, identify problems,and make decisions
  • Capacity to build upon and think beyond standard industry practices to reach development goals in an equity-focused, entrepreneurial, and fast-growing organization
  • Self-motivated and demonstrates initiative, patience,and resourcefulness when responding and adapting to opportunities that come with change
  • Interest in and commitment to serving as an effective manager; prior management experience preferred.
  • Experience handling confidential and sensitive information
  • Previous CRM experience desired; Salesforce preferred

This position is currently remote, though we are expecting all employees to return to varying degrees of hybrid work as soon as we can safely return to the workplace following the COVID-19 pandemic. We seek candidates based in either Boston, MA or Philadelphia,PA, with the expectation of travel to the Boston office on occasion.

WHAT WE OFFER:

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$100,000. We’ll promote your professional growth and development by providing access to a competitive salary and benefits package and additional employee benefits that include but are not limited to:

  • Healthcare: medical, dental, vision
  • Retirement plan 401(k) & match
  • Life insurance & disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Professional development & certification
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION:

Interested candidates are encouraged to promptly submit their application and cover letter through our online portal. All applicants will receive a response to their application within two weeks of submission. Please emailjyun@positivelypartners.org with questions or for support submitting your application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Compass Working Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We’re committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs,job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages. Compass Working Capital is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we arec ommitted to ensuring individuals with disabilities receive the accommodations required for them to interview and/or work as a member of our team. Should you require accommodations, please contact: jyun@positivelypartners.org