Senior Director of Philanthropy

Senior Director of Philanthropy (Remote Based)

$115,000 -$130,000 DOE

Come work at Voices for Children and be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of children and families in our community and takes pride in serving our children with the highest level of excellence and care. Voices for Children is the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program for San Diego and Riverside Counties.

Voices for Children is a respected, local nonprofit organization focused on fulfilling our mission to advocate for the needs of children in foster care. We consistently ranked in the top three CASA programs out of 1,000 nationwide. At Voices for Children, you will enjoy a friendly, warm culture with the following generous benefits:

• 12 vacation days
• 13 paid holidays
• 5 additional days of paid time off after Christmas Day through New Year’s Day
• Medical (one plan is free)
• Dental (free HMO option)
• Voluntary Vision Plan
• Acupuncture & Chiropractic care available with medical plans
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible spending account (Health & Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403b plans for retirement savings (Traditional & Roth)
• 403b 3% employer contribution (fully vested)
• A welcoming work environment

POSITION OVERVIEW

The successful applicant to this position will meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• A minimum of five to seven years proven experience and a successful track record at a nonprofit organization(s) in the following areas is required: Individual giving and major gifts, corporate giving; private foundations and advanced stewardship.
• Knowledge of all aspects of fundraising (major gifts, annual giving, etc.) as well as understanding and adhering to the standards, codes and ethical principles of the field.
• Proficient with MS Office suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Knowledge of planned giving platforms (e.g., Crescendo).
• Strong relationship-building abilities and the capacity to work effectively with San Diego and Riverside Counties’ diverse political, philanthropic and community leaders.
• Adept at fundraising strategy and planning and sustaining excellent relationships.
• Proven ability to prospect, secure and maintain donor relationships.
• Ability to develop and mentor junior fundraisers.
• Willing and able to harness their personal and professional networks to support the organization’s mission.
• Exceptional writing, communication, presentation, editing and proofreading skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively across various audiences and with a broad group of stakeholders.
• Prior experience managing, supervising, and motivating staff and volunteers across multiple generations.
• Understanding of event planning and budget management.
• Demonstrated ability to nimbly adjust to shifting priorities, balancing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and high-degree of confidentiality and discretion.
• Strong project management skills and a drive to efficiently meet deadlines and goals quickly.
• Excellent research and organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to listen intently, think creatively, be strategic and focus on results.
• Must meet all screening requirements as set forth in the California Rules of Court, Rule 5.655.

  
  

• Graduate Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• Work experience in a public relations firm.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience using Raiser’s Edge by Blackbaud, fundraising databases and search engines, (e.g., the Foundation Center, Lexis, Wealth Engine, Google).
• Experience writing in a professional capacity (e.g., grant-writing, creating marketing content, or other writing for persuasive purposes).
• Knowledge of the philanthropic landscape in inland Southern California, specifically Riverside County.
• A proven track records of increasing revenue year over year for a growing program.

COMPENSATION, WORK LOCATION & SCHEDULE

$115,000 -$130,000 DOE

This is an exempt, remote-based position. Standard work week is 40 hours; however, employees are expected to work any additional time necessary to meet deadlines and complete assignments. Evenings and weekends may be required. Additional hours are not subject to overtime pay. The VFC office shall be open for business during the following hours, except as hereinafter noted: Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Coverage at the office by the program and office staff shall be according to such schedule as developed by the President/CEO. Extensive daily travel throughout Riverside County is required; frequent travel to San Diego County is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Able to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull items up to 15 lbs.
• Able to regularly bend and stoop
• Able to constantly sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 8 hours per day).
• Able to constantly sit at a desk and view a computer screen for up to two hours at a time / 7 hours per day.
• Able to consistently speak into and use a telephone for long periods of time.
• Able to consistently operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

Work Environment

• Professional work environment
• Small team environment
• Fast paced working with multi-level distractions

Special Conditions

• Able to regularly work extended hours as needed, including nights and weekends during special even
• Able to drive throughout Riverside County daily.
• Able to drive throughout San Diego County occasionally.

HOW TO APPLY

Please go to the following link and click “Apply for this Job” to apply: https://jsco.re/ge2sa

No phone calls, please. Position open immediately and will remain open until filled.

NOTE: Your application should include:

• Cover letter
• Resume

EEO Statement

Voices for Children (VFC) is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive organization whose staff and volunteers value, represent, and serve individuals of diverse backgrounds, identities, cultures, and abilities. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do 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, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.”

We embrace the guiding principle that all children should be safe, have a permanent home, and have an opportunity to thrive. Inclusivity and equity are essential components of the advocacy for and protection of the children and families we serve. In order to provide high quality advocacy and serve the best of interests of children, we are similarly committed to advancing diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We celebrate and value our differences and are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment.