Job Description
Vice President of Mission Advancement
Job Title: Vice President of Mission Advancement Region 2 (Berks, Chester & Delaware Counties)
Department: Advancement
Reports To: President / CEO
Position Type: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel Required: 10-15% of time (Majority of travel is local to the defined region)
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the President / CEO, the Vice President of Mission Advancement is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies to support the organization’s goals and objectives. This position will lead and oversee all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, marketing, community engagement and advancement initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to achieve annual revenue targets and long-term financial sustainability.
● Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and other key stakeholders to secure philanthropic support.
● Provide leadership to regional advisory board(s), including recruitment and support.
● Support capital campaigns, annual giving campaigns, and other fundraising initiatives, including prospect research, solicitation strategies, and donor recognition.
● Collaborate with leadership, board members, volunteers, and site professionals to integrate fundraising efforts with organizational priorities and programs.
● Collaborate with communications department to ensure consistent messaging across region
● Serve as a member of the leadership team
● Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships and collaborations to expand fundraising opportunities and reach new donor segments.
● Manage budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and alignment with fundraising goals.
● Utilize fundraising data and analytics to track performance, evaluate ROI, and make data-driven decisions to optimize fundraising strategies.
● Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices governing fundraising activities and donor relationships.
Additional Responsibilities:
● Remain mission focused and student driven
● Be an ambassador of CIS
● Seek and recommend solutions and improvements
● Deliver upon schedules and plans
● Comply with agency policies and procedures and promote agency values and culture
● May provide off-hours support
● Perform other duties as may be assigned - this position is expected to evolve over time
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
● Bachelor’s degree required
● Five (5) plus years of progressive professional experience in fundraising, development, or advancement roles, preferably in a non-profit organization.
● Three (3) plus years of experience in a senior leadership role.
● Proven track record of successfully leading fundraising campaigns and achieving revenue targets for organizations with a $5-10MM budget preferred.
● Strong organizational skills, with the ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and effectively engage diverse stakeholders.
● Knowledge of fundraising best practices, trends, and emerging technologies.
● Familiarity with CRM systems and fundraising software, Donor Perfect preferred.
● Ability to perform in both a strategic and tactical manner
● Understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures and an ability to relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds on all levels within the agency
● Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for the mission of Communities in Schools of Eastern PA
● Must be committed to supporting diversity and inclusion efforts within their team and across the organization
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.
● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, work on computer, think clearly and communicate effectively.
● The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 15-25 pounds.
● Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Travel:
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
EEO Statement:
CISEPA employees are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination based on the actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin or citizenship status, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, familial status, GED rather than a high school diploma, physical or mental disability, relationship, or association with a disabled person, source of income, age (35 years of age and older), height, weight, veteran status, use of guide or support animals and/or mechanical aids, or domestic or sexual violence victim status.
These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions and training and career development programs.
CISEPA employees are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity, whistle blowing, or the exercise of an appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. CISEPA managers and supervisors are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.
Starting Salary Range: $87K - $103K, depending upon experience
Apply at www.ciseasternpa.org or Indeed.com