Director of Donor Relations - Job Announcement

 

About She the People

She the People was formed in March of 2018 with the mission of establishing a national network connecting women of color to transform our democracy. We are elevating and amplifying the voices and power of women of color as leaders, political strategists, organizers, and voters through an inclusive, multiracial coalition driving a new political and cultural era. She the People received broad national attention in April 2019 by holding the first-ever woman-of-color led and centered Presidential Forum. Today, She the People is a 501(c)(4) organization that leads our political engagement work, focusing on voters and electoral strategy. She the People Storied is our affiliated 501(c)(3) charitable organization that focuses on elevating the voices and civic experiences of women of color.

About You

You believe in elevating the political voice of women of color and possess a deep commitment to our vision of building love, justice, belonging, and democracy in the world. You are organized, energetic, proactive, flexible, and detail oriented. You are a people person who thrives in a fast-paced environment and would welcome the opportunity to develop new systems in a start-up organization led by a visionary founder. You have strong experience in fund development and are a self-starter and strong team player. You have a positive, can-do attitude, are resourceful and are not afraid to roll up your sleeves to move the mission forward.

Job Summary

The Director of Donor Relations will work in close partnership with the President, Advisory Board and staff to raise approximately $1M annually in support for She the People and approximately $2M for She the People Storied.

Reporting to the President, the Director of Donor Relations will be responsible for strategic relationships and fund development projects, systems and administration:

  • In partnership with the President and Advisory Board, establish separate annual or project fund development goals, strategies and prospect lists for each of the two entities.

  • Plan and carry out activities to reach fund development goals, leveraging President, staff team and Advisory Board as needed.

  • Meet with prospects and donors, conduct presentations and share organizations’ mission and impact with confidence, enthusiasm and passion

  • Prepare President and other staff for prospect and funder meetings, including prospect research; keep funder meeting notes and organize follow up

  • Steward relationships and manage timely communications with prospects and current funders, including grant acknowledgment and reporting.

  • Manage donor communication that leverages social media, organizational events, and other opportunities.

  • Develop clear and compelling proposals, grant reports, donor presentations and donor communications in coordination with key staff and contractors.

  • Prepare weekly report on development progress against targets that details activities and roles.

  • Maintain all historical and current prospect and donor data.

  • Provide logistical support and coordination for donor events including invitations, event registration, venue and contract management, partner communication and follow up with attendees

  • Recommend new approaches, procedures and processes for continuous improvement in efficiency and effectiveness

  • Attend, assist and represent She the People at various key fundraising events/functions, speaking engagements, tours, and other programs

  • Manage She the People Advisory Board and leverage their participation in fundraising activities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors required, Masters degree preferred

  • 5+ years prior experience in grantmaking and fund development preferred

  • Familiarity with Salesforce preferred, knowledge of CRM systems required

  • Strong interpersonal skills to support the ability to work with internal and external constituents in an effective and professional manner

  • Organizational and analytical skills

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision along with a willingness to ask questions to clarify assignments

  • Demonstrable evidence of strong written and verbal communications skills

  • Use of good judgment and the ability to treat confidential information with discretion

  • Prior experience supporting the planning and execution of events

  • Comfortable in a remote work environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

  • Ability to sit at a computer monitor for extended periods of time

  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally

Compensation & Benefits

She the People offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Competitive salary based on experience plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Location

San Francisco Bay Area preferred. Remote position. Travel 20% - 30%.

To Apply

Please email your cover letter, resume and writing sample to jobs@shethepeople.org. Please put “[Your Name]- Director of Donor Relations” in the email subject line.

In your application, please indicate how you learned about the opening and provide three professional references (including a past supervisor).

We are committed to diversity and practicing equal opportunity employment in recruiting and hiring. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply

 
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