Program Manager: Rebuilding Together Philadelphia

Rebuilding Together Philadelphia (RTP) is a non-profit that revitalizes communities by transforming vulnerable houses into safe, healthy, and energy-efficient homes. RTP brings volunteers and communities together to repair homes and improve lives. Each year, RTP and more than 1,000 volunteers provide free safe and healthy home repairs for 100+ homeowners.

The Program Manager will report to the Director of Operations and will be responsible for implementing one Block Build each year as well as one or more of our scattered-site repair programs. Our Block Build program focuses on three neighborhoods each year. The culmination of our work in each neighborhood is a two-day Block Build event where hundreds of volunteers work alongside staff and homeowners to provide repairs in 10-15 homes. All repairs focus on providing safe and healthy home repairs for low-wealth and working-class homeowners.

An ideal Program Manager will have a mix of construction and project management experience that provides them with the skills necessary to conduct home evaluations, manage home repair projects, and complete compliance and reporting requirements for their programs. We estimate that the Program Manager will spend 70% of their time in the office managing work scopes, coordinating with community partners, scheduling and tracking work, etc. The remaining 30% of their time will be spent in the field conducting home evaluations, meeting with homeowners and contractors, completing final inspections, etc.

RTP embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Please Note: The full job description can be found in both English and Spanish at https://www.rebuildingphilly.org/careers.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and provide work direction for RTP’s Program Coordinator, who will assist with some of the client intake, program compliance, and program coordination required for the Block Build and Scattered Site programs.

• Conduct home evaluations at each property to identify needed repairs and assess suitability for the Block Build or Scattered Site program.

• Organize and track all necessary paperwork (work scopes, invoices, receipts, homeowner agreements and surveys, etc.) for each house where they are working.

• Manage all reporting requirements and grant compliance for each of the programs they are managing.

• Manage and stay within limits of construction budget across their programs.

• Assist with additional home evaluations each year for other RTP programs and partners.

• Assist the Operations Team with Block Build days three times per year.

SKILLS

Required

• Fluency in both English and Spanish

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong communication, planning and organizational skills

• Construction or home repair experience sufficient to conduct home evaluations, identify needed repairs, and manage contractors, staff and volunteers who will complete the repairs.

• Comfort working in an office environment that requires regular use of e-mail, shared calendars, shared network drives, and a client database.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Able to work occasional evenings or weekends.

• Able to work long hours on rebuilding days (several throughout the year).

• Experienced driver with current license and access to a reliable vehicle that can be used for work-related travel around Philadelphia.

Preferred

• College degree preferred.

• Prior experience working with volunteers.

• Prior experience managing contractors or overseeing a construction budget.

• Prior experience with project management and grant reporting.

• Prior knowledge or familiarity with safe and healthy housing or building science.

SALARY/BENEFITS

$50,000 to 54,000, depending on experience. Employees receive health care, life insurance, short-term disability and retirement benefits. Flexible hours but must work some weekend days. Generous paid-time off. Commitment to supporting professional development and avenues of growth within the organization for all staff.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 28, 2021, however, applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Brandon Alcorn, balcorn@rebuildingphilly.org. Include “Program Manager” in your subject line. No phone calls please.

Benefits

Employees receive health care, life insurance, short-term disability and retirement benefits. Flexible hours but must work some weekend days. Generous paid-time off. Commitment…

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 28, 2021, however, applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Brandon Alcorn, balcorn@rebuildingphilly.org. Include “Program Manager” in your subject line. No phone calls please.

Managing Director, Knowledge Center: United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey’s mission is to end intergenerational poverty in our region by harnessing, leveraging and strategically investing the collective power of donors, advocates, and volunteers, to help individuals and families break the cycle of poverty.

Role Summary: United Way is seeking an experienced Managing Director to help lead data collection and evaluation efforts for the Knowledge Center, the evidence hub for the Poverty Action Fund, a city-wide public/private partnership in Philadelphia, and future regional collaborations. The Knowledge Center will provide continuous measurement, accountability, and learning to maximize the value of poverty reduction investments.

Reports to: The CEO of United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey

Position Description: 

The Managing Director will be responsible for developing, designing, implementing, and leading the programs and activities of the Knowledge Center. The Managing Director’s primary role is to work with the United Way and the Knowledge Center Advisory Committee to design and develop strategies that align with and fulfill the Poverty Action Fund’s strategic plan. The Managing Director will manage internal data and facilitate the data to be used to advance the Knowledge Center’s efforts related to program evaluation, communications, and grantee management. The position requires a blend of program management, program design and evaluation, and responsiveness to data and impact assessment needs in the areas of poverty reduction and nonprofit service delivery.

Successful candidates will have programmatic experience, and technical capability or experience in data management, information science, program evaluation, or other related fields in the context of using data for program management and impact. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities in translating data into useful information for program impact, program evaluation, and communications pieces for broader audiences.

The Managing Director will play a key role in helping streamline evidence-focused grantmaking processes and support high-performing community organizations and partnerships. In the first major initiative of the Knowledge Center, the Managing Director will drive the measurement and accountability efforts related to the Philadelphia Poverty Action Fund, a joint effort between United Way, the City of Philadelphia and private philanthropy to reduce Philadelphia’s poverty rate and create opportunities for an equitable recovery from the economic collapse. The Philadelphia Poverty Action Fund will be grounded in measurement, accountability, and learning. The Knowledge Center will provide a hub for data collection, assessment, transparent reporting, and continuous learning and adaptation. The Knowledge Center will serve four primary functions:

  1. Set the overarching goals and measurement strategy
  2. Provide technical assistance for data collection and reporting to selected grantees to ensure high quality data and evidence
  3. Evaluate implementation and short-and long-term program outcomes
  4. Conduct primary research on poverty trends in Philadelphia and comparison cities to inform strategy

 Overview of Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Strategic Management: (40%)

  • Advise leadership team on codifying strategic goals so that they are measurable, impactful, and compelling; develop system for effectively tracking progress toward goals
  • Forge collaborations with research and/or university partners to lead technical assistance, evaluation, and broad-based citywide research efforts
  • Lead Knowledge Center efforts to define project roadmaps, short- and long-term goals, and key metrics and milestones for measurement
  • Help the team share powerful stories about investment results with stakeholders (e.g. potential funders, community members, elected officials and other supporters) by producing relevant quantitative and qualitative data and reports as needed
  • Establish the foundation for a culture of accountability, responsiveness, flexibility and results
  • Collaborate with the CEO of the United Way to raise awareness and funding for the Knowledge Center, and build new partnerships in Greater Philadelphia

Data Management: (40%)

  • Ensure collection and quality assurance of data and work with partners to analyze and produce actionable insights to help team identify potential opportunities and red flags related to outcomes
  • Oversee the development and management of a central database for reporting and analysis
  • Conduct exploratory analysis of internal data and make recommendations about the types of questions leadership should be asking and the types of narratives to develop for external audiences
  • Coordinate research and technical assistance partners
  • Collaborate with learning and evaluation partners to analyze external quantitative data and distill key takeaways for external communications

Project Management: (20%)

  • Manage project budgets, timelines, resources and deliverables
  • Track project costs in order to meet budget based on scope of work and resource requirements
  • Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress; maintain excellent client and consultant relationships
  • Facilitate the development of data transfer agreements with external data vendors
  • Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables

 Job qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities: 

  • 7+ years practical experience with project management, especially related to the areas of research and evaluation or data collection and analysis
  • Experience leading complex data collection, measurement, and learning projects
  • Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
  • Experience managing complex projects and seeing through the full life cycle
  • Experience with process improvement to help the team run more efficiently
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Proven ability to solve problems creatively
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills and extremely resourceful
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and adapt to rapidly changing priorities
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines within planned scope, budget, and timeline
  • 4-year degree; advanced degree in policy, data science, program evaluation or related fields preferred

UWGPSNJ promotes a culture of inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected factor.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Company paid life insurance & LTD

Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer time off

How to Apply

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To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to:

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Program Manager: Norristown Hospitality Center

PROGRAM MANAGER

S/he will ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of all operations within the Day Shelter. The Program Manager will oversee a team of  Case Managers and manage county relationships, and ensure meaningful case management services and on-site activities are offered to guests.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Under the supervision of the  Executive Director, in cooperation with shelter staff and volunteers, responsibilities include the following:

  • Provide oversight of the daily operation of  Norristown Hospitality Center;
  • Assist the Director in Recruiting, hiring, training and supervising program staff and volunteers within the guidelines of The Hospitality Center personnel policies;
  • Coordinate and supervise client caseload and daily client needs;
  • Coordinate and approve work schedules and timesheets;
  • Organize and prepare bi-weekly staff meetings;
  • Provide client management , back-up support to case managers as needed.
  • Operate the programs within contract limitations and compile reports as required by funders;
  • Approve normal operating and petty cash expenditures within the program budget;
  • Participate in self-evaluation and program evaluation to better respond to client/community needs;
  • Develop and maintain on-going working relationships with other community agencies;
  • Work in coordination with the Director to provide leadership development and in-service training for staff and volunteers;
  • Attend and inter-agency meetings
  • Ensure that data is collected and input into appropriate systems
  • Support property management in the areas of health and  safety
  • Identify systemic problems in program and administrative domains, guiding staff toward developing a plan of action that addresses the problem and documents the solution in the form of program policy.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2 years managerial experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a non-profit agency that serves homeless individuals
  • Knowledge of working with people experiencing homelessness, addiction and mental illness
  • Developed skills in crisis intervention;
  • Proficient using all Microsoft Office programs.
  • Experience with program management and staff supervision;
  • Experience with non-profit, community-based agencies;
  • Good working knowledge of social service agencies, including the government help system
  • Ability to be self-motivated and work as part of a team

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • May/Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments depending on position
  • May need to bend, stoop, twist and sit throughout the day
  • Regularly required to sit, stand, bend; occasionally lift or carry up to 35 lbs.

RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES

  • Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times
  • Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues
  • Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines
  • Maintain professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency
  • Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others
  • Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration
  • Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication
  • Work with minimum supervision
  • Perform other duties as assigned

·       Schedule: Monday – Friday  (8:00am – 4:00pm)

·       Employer Paid Benefits available

Benefits

Health benefits Included

Eight Federal Holidays

3 weeks of PTO

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Development Director: ArtWell

Title: Development Director

Type: FT, Permanent

Salary: $56,000 – $62,000

Benefits: Generous vacation/PTO package with medical/dental and retirement plan

Application Deadline: February 15?, 2021

Start Date: (Negotiable/ASAP)

Application Instructions: Please submit your resume and cover letter (formatted as Word document or PDF) to hiring@theartwell.org and address to Susan Teegen, Executive Director. Any questions should be communicated in writing. No calls, please.

 Description

ArtWell, an award-winning youth arts organization, is seeking an energetic, dynamic, and innovative Development Director to join their team. Over the past 20 years, ArtWell has worked with over 400 schools and community organizations to educate, inspire, and engage more than 38,000 K-12 students across the Greater Philadelphia region. ArtWell envisions a future where Philadelphia schools and neighborhoods are safe sanctuaries that nurture creativity and innovation; where arts and creativity are viewed as essential for learning, leading, and liberation and where youth of our city are equipped to thrive, dream, and lead, and are seen and heard as engaged citizens and creators of change.

The Development Director will provide strategic oversight for the organization’s resource development activities as they relate to ArtWell’s goals and objectives. They will also serve as a key thought leader in the ArtWell management team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful fundraising and will be aligned with ArtWell’s core mission, vision and values and will be motivated to join a dynamic, collaborative hardworking team who support each other with passion and respect. Essential responsibilities of this position include: 

Fundraising Strategy

●     Create and implement an annual plan and calendar to support the organization’s fundraising and engagement goals in accordance with its mission, vision, and strategic goals

●     Manage up to $700,000 in revenue from institutions and individuals

●     Assist the Executive Director, staff, and Board of Directors in establishing fundraising vision and goals

Board Support

●     Work with Executive Director and Board to expand engagement strategies and identify new opportunities for partnership and collaboration

●     Provide regular development reporting

●     Provide individual portfolio management and solicitation support

●     Manage and provide direction to Board and volunteer committees

Grants Management

●     Write, edit, and submit grant proposals and reports in collaboration with program staff

●     Research and identify new institutional funding opportunities

●     Manage relationships with foundation, corporate, community, and government entities

●     Manage data collection and research for proposals and reports, including related stories with program staff and teaching artists

●     Schedule and oversee program site visits with funders and teaching artists/program staff

 Fundraising Event Management

●     Plan and execute the details of all fundraising and cultivation events. Recent years have included:

○     ArtWell Awards (biennial)

○     ArtWell Festival (biennial)

○     Generosity 5K Run/Walk (annual)

○     Holiday Party (annual)

○     Other events as determined

Corporate Sponsorship

●     Identify prospects for corporate support and plan solicitation strategy

●     Reach out to corporate prospects to discuss grants or sponsorship support

●     Manage corporate sponsors for major fundraising events

 Individual Donor Cultivation

●     Create individual donor cultivation strategy in collaboration with the Executive Director and Board Committees

●     Create donor-facing materials (including program updates, solicitation letters, thank you cards)

●     Plan and execute twice-yearly individual donor direct mail campaigns

●     Work with Communications Director to manage and execute online giving initiatives and multi-channel solicitation strategy

Qualifications

●     Bachelors required, Masters preferred

●     Minimum 5-10 years of experience in development

●     Inspires creativity, excitement, and action

●     Organized and detail oriented

●     Focused on seeing the “big picture” and creating high-level strategy

●     Excellent written and verbal communication skills

●     Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

●     An appreciation for creative problem solving, collaboration, self-awareness, and ongoing learning

●     Proficiency in MS Office, Google Drive, and Salesforce desired

Benefits

Generous vacation/PTO package with medical/dental and retirement plan

Please submit your resume and cover letter (formatted as Word document or PDF) to hiring@theartwell.org and address to Susan Teegen, Executive Director. Any questions should be communicated in writing. No calls, please.

Development Officer: Gemma Services

Gemma Services is seeking a full time, mission-focused, Development professional for the role of Development Officer on the fundraising and communications team. This position will report to the Chief Development Officer and will focus on grant writing and donor relations along with other responsibilities as noted below. Strong writing skills are essential.

  • Initiates and follows up with individual and foundation donor contacts; fosters attentive, relationships with all supporters via activities including preparing correspondence or conducting presentations, campus tours, and public speaking;
  • Performs research in order to ascertain appropriate funding sources; informs leadership staff of various funding opportunities and tracks grant and other funding opportunities and commitments, communicating as necessary within and outside of department to comply with requirements.
  • Prepares written funding requests and progress and final reports for submission to funding sources (individual, foundation, corporation, organization) with strict observance of due dates, in coordination with Chief Development Officer and program personnel as needed.
  • In close coordination with Chief Development Officer, following a Moves Management paradigm, grows individual donor relationships to increase charitable support for the agency.
  • Supports development and execution of agency development/ promotional materials, in collaboration with colleagues in the department and close coordination with the Chief Development officer. Materials may include internal and external newsletters, brochures, event materials, written appeals, email “blasts,” and press releases (includes writing, photography, and design input as requested).
  • Assists with planning and preparing for various fundraising special events.
  • Seeks and accepts gift-in-kind donations at Christmas and throughout the year on behalf of Gemma.
  • Participates in planning and attends evening and weekend activities as needed for development-related activities including volunteer engagement, congregation interactions, special events, or other.

Education/Training:  A B.S. or B.A. degree in related field normally required; specialized fundraising/development education/training.

Skill(s): Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills; proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills; thorough knowledge of fundraising/development processes, including preparing grant proposals; proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office software, as well as Raiser’s Edge; proficient ability utilizing web-based research resources; visual and auditory skills; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift items weighing 30 lbs. or less; valid driver’s license.

Experience:  A minimum of three to five (3-5) years’ related experience normally required.

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Program Manager: RHD CHOC

The Coordinated Homeless Outreach Center (CHOC) is a homeless shelter for single adults that reside in Montgomery County PA. It is designed to offer short-term (approximately 3 months) safe shelter for individuals until affordable and appropriate housing can be located. The Program Manager works closely with the Program Director in upholding the standards of our programs. This position includes support to the program, supervision of front line staff, fiscal and administrative responsibilities. This position schedule is somewhat negotiable but an ideal schedule will be Sunday through Tuesday from 4PM-midnight and Wednesday & Thursday from 12-8pm. Some flexibility and on call availability is expected in order to meet the needs of the program.

Benefits
PTO: 17 Vacation Days, 7 Sick Days, 9 Holidays

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Assistant Director of Professional Development: 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 Assistant Director of Professional Development will be responsible for strategic oversight of professional development initiatives and partnerships with informal and formal organizations locally, regionally, and nationally. This position will also be responsible for the design of resources that support the execution of conferences, trainings, and webinars for local, regional, and national grant-seeded initiatives, in addition to processes related to technical assistance for trainers, educators, and other program participants. The candidate will work collaboratively with a team that supports the broader focus of education programming across The Franklin Institute. The Assistant Director of Professional Development will also be responsible for:

  • Assisting the Director of Education Programs in shaping vision and business strategies for professional development initiatives
  • Managing the professional development team to achieve deliverables including content development and trainings
  • Leading communications and partnership development with local, regional, and national organizations
  • Contributing to the evaluation and continuous improvement activities for all professional development initiatives
  • Overseeing project budgeting and reporting of program impact
  • Leading the design and execution of convening’s for partners and participants from formal and informal organizations representing local, regional, and national contexts
  • Leading the design and execution of web-based training and technical assistance webinars for partners and participants from formal and informal organizations representing local, regional, and national contexts
  • Managing development and dissemination of content and programmatic materials that may include educational resources, handbooks, presentation slides, program applications, and videos
  • Providing guidance for program technical assistance for partners and participants
  • Flexibility to assume duties as assigned related to educational programming.

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in science or education, master’s degree preferred
  • Seven years’ experience developing and leading STEM resource development in informal settings
  • Seven years’ experience designing and leading professional development for formal and informal educators required; experience managing national network projects with museums, libraries, and/or out-of-school time organizations preferred
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Experience building and managing partnerships, program content development, and supporting grant writing.

Benefits Information:

The Franklin Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance and disability coverage. We also offer generation 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 Education Programs: 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 Director of Education Programs will be responsible for all aspects of design, development, and implementation of education programs for informal and formal settings. The successful candidate will lead a team that collaborates with other departments across the organization.  The successful candidate will play a lead role in the execution of on-site and digital education experiences for local, regional, and national contexts. The Director of Education Programs will also be responsible for:

  • Working collaboratively across The Franklin Institute to support the educational mission
  • Providing direction and set expectations for team projects and scope of work
  • Managing program evaluations
  • Overseeing department and project finances
  • Business planning and fundraising (e.g. grant writing)
  • Establishing and communicating expectations of staff, partners, budgets and timelines
  • Building and sustaining strategic partnerships
  • Serving as liaison with current project partners
  • Guiding program sustainability after grants end
  • Leading dissemination of findings through conferences, webinars, etc.
  • Building capacity for sustainable revenue models for professional development (PD) related projects and initiatives
  • Flexibility to assume duties as assigned related to education programming

Position Requirements

  • Master’s degree in science or education, Ph.D. preferred
  • At least 8-10 years of experience creating and leading sustainable education programs, Developing and disseminating content, and building and managing partnerships
  • Proven skills managing creative teams and large projects
  • Experience developing and implementing grant-seeded programs
  • Strong program management skills are essential

Benefits Information:

The Franklin Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance and disability coverage. We also offer generation 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!

Development and Communications Manager: The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

Application Deadline: March 12, 2021
Salary Range: $52,000-$58,000 Annually

Neighborhood Gardens Trust
Development and Communications Manager 

 About Neighborhood Gardens Trust 

The Neighborhood Gardens Trust (NGT) [link to www.ngtrust.org] secures, protects, and supports community gardens and shared open spaces to enhance the quality of life in Philadelphia neighborhoods. NGT is commited to creating a more equitable, healthy, and sustainable city through strategic garden acquisition  led by a collaborative, lean staff. NGT currently owns and leases nearly 50 gardens and open spaces across Philadelphia, with the goal of preserving 70 gardens by 2022.  NGT is an independent 501(c)3 organization that was founded in 1986. NGT positions are administered through partner the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.

 Position Overview

The Development and Communications Manager reports to the NGT Executive Director and works to elevate and draw support for NGT’s mission through strategic communications and expanded development capacity. Recognizing that NGT’s communications/marketing position is also its fundraising position, the ideal candidate is a creative professional who can connect the dots between communications, fundraising, partnerships, and programming. We seek a candidate who can translate our work into exciting and useful messages and disseminate it to specific audiences through the best distribution channels with a high degree of creativity, initiative, drive, and partnership. This position will work in close collaboration with NGT’s staff and board to tell our story to current and potential donors, gardeners, stakeholders, the media, the public and to help cultivate and steward deeper relationships across our city and region in service of $500,000 annual fundraising goals.

Essential Functions 

  • Work closely with NGT’s Executive Director and board of directors to build an active, engaged, and growing community of support and interest.
  • Build on NGT’s existing communications roadmap document to develop and implement a plan for consistent and effective engagement with donors, supporters, and stakeholders in alignment with our organizational strategic goals.
  • Help define and implement a two-tier donor benefits program consisting of leadership level Guardians of the Gardens ($1K) and Name TBD “Annual Friends” (all donors of up to $999)
  • Support Executive Director in managing the Guardians of the Gardens, and carry primary responsibility for the Name TBD “Annual Friends” portfolio.
  • Create and curate compelling written and graphic content for NGT communications and development efforts.
  • Maintain and expand NGT social media efforts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram).
  • Write and edit monthly e-newsletters and other organizational communications.
  • Maintain website content and post updates using WordPress and by working with the website developer, and in close collaboration with the ED and Land Preservation Manager to ensure alignment of messaging with mission.
  • Develop and manage crowdfunding campaigns.
  • Produce development-related writing projects such as solicitations, cyclical appeals, acknowledgment letters, stewardship communications, grant applications and reports, and collateral materials.
  • Coordinate stewardship and public engagement events.
  • Maintain and update constituent records and collaborate with the ED to define and track prospect plans and budgeted goals.
  • Collaborate as liaison with PHS database management team to deliver regular reports that monitor NGT’s annual fundraising goals.

Experience, Education and Skills Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant work experience of 3 years required, 5+ years preferred.
  • Effective and persuasive written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills with diverse groups across race, culture, language, class and urban/rural divides.
  • Strong editing and proofreading skills as well as attention to detail.
  • Skilled at conveying information in creative and interesting ways.
  • Flexibility and ability to plan, manage, and prioritize between multiple projects.
  • Demonstrated experience with social media management and content creation.
  • Self-starter with ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Commitment to the mission of NGT, including demonstrated interest in gardening, urban agriculture, community development, or environmental sustainability.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite.
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Mail Chimp, WordPress, and/or Raisers Edge a plus.
  • Ability to work from home and/or in open office environment (pending return to office)

Director of Marketing: Museum of the American Revolution

THE MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION’s mission is to uncover and share compelling stories about the diverse people and complex events that sparked America’s ongoing experiment in liberty, equality, and self-government. Ideally situated in the heart of historic Philadelphia, just steps away from Independence Hall, the Museum serves as a portal to the region’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing context, and encouraging exploration. Since opening to the public in 2017, the Museum has gained public and critical acclaim for its “nuanced, warts-and-all version of the American Revolution” and established itself as a destination that brings history to life in a unique and powerful way. Nearly a million visitors have experienced the Museum’s rich, complex, and inspiring Revolutionary story and millions more have engaged with this fuller, more inclusive telling through online exhibits, interactives, and other virtual programs. As we march toward the 250th anniversary of the nation’s birth in 2026, the Museum is poised to play a leadership role as a galvanizing force to help guide our country on a path toward building “a more perfect union.”

Position Description:

The Museum of the American Revolution is seeking a creative, collaborative, culturally attuned director of marketing to lead the development, implementation, and analysis of  of all marketing and advertising initiatives.   The successful director of marketing will be a passionate advocate for the Museum’s brand with a clear understanding of all that the Museum has to offer—particularly as we approach a milestone year in 2026.  Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working in close collaboration with the Director of Communications, the Director of Marketing will lead a growing team that at this time includes an e-communications coordinator,  and senior graphic designer.

Primary Areas of Responsibility:

Introduce and supervise market development initiatives for the Museum to achieve targets for all earned revenue streams, on-site and on-line. Work to sustain existing and acquire new audiences to broaden impact, including members and donors. Initiatives to include events, cross-promotions and targeted outreach to other non-profit and educational institutions and corporations.

Create, implement, and oversee strategies and timelines for marketing, advertising, and media buying with emphasis on digital channels. Develop relationships with vendors, advertisers (Visit Philly, CVB), and community contacts to maximize marketing dollars.

Write effective, engaging marketing copy for a variety of channels, including, but not limited to, traditional and digital advertising, print collateral, website, and email.

Cultivate partnerships and agreements with key travel, trade, and cultural organizations, and media outlets that enhance the Museum’s visibility and reputation.

Develop and implement marketing plans and projects for new and existing exhibitions, programs, events, and community initiatives.

Use data-driven analysis, including historical performance, external benchmarks, market conditions, trends to provide perspective, to develop budgets and to set pricing for each component of earned revenue.

Assess effectiveness of Museum’s marketing programs in achieving strategic goals and provide reports to the leadership team as necessary, utilizing qualitative and quantitative market research.

Work with Digital Product Manager and Director of Communications to oversee website strategy and execution including website content development, SEO/SEM, as well as data analytics and tracking.

Oversee compliance with brand identity in all media and materials including group sales, development, sponsorship, membership, exhibitions, and programs.

Provide in-house marketing expertise to departments throughout the Museum, including Visitor Engagement, Education, Retail, Food Service, Curatorial, Corporate and Institutional Development, Sponsorship, Individual Giving and Membership.

Work collaboratively with Museum departments to develop and conduct market research and analyze public and visitor trends and perceptions of the Museum.

Work collaboratively with and manage marketing staff to meet goals and execute strategies. Collaborate with the social media team to support marketing initiatives.

Develop and supervise the administration of the marketing budget.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

5-7 years of marketing related experience with a museum, cultural organization, tourist attraction or other not-for-profit organization preferred

Strong preference for candidates with demonstrated successful experience in digital and social advertising

Experience in developing effective promotional partnerships

Mission- and goal-driven, proactive, accountable, and results-oriented, with growth mindset

Analytical, with creative outlook

Superior writing skills required

Strong project management and organizational skills

Knowledge/experience in video production/editing preferred

Ability to produce under tight deadlines with multiple priorities

Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team

Ability to work weekends, evening hours, or holidays as needed

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite programs. Knowledge of and proficiency using e-CRM and CMS systems preferred

Education Level:
Bachelor’s degree or higher
To Apply

The Museum of the American Revolution (www.AmRevMuseum.org) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and three professional references to employment@amrevmuseum.org