Director of Advancement, Marketing and Engagement

The Director of Advancement, Marketing and Engagement will work closely with the Executive Director to help manage Charity Newsies’  fundraising, marketing, communication and donor and volunteer relations efforts. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for strategically promoting Charity Newsies, cultivating relationships with key constituent groups, and soliciting gifts that support the mission. Additionally, the Director oversees all external communications ensuring that Charity Newsies maintains a clear and consistent voice to its stakeholders. The Director of Advancement, Marketing and Engagement is also responsible for working closely with the Board and the Membership Committee to develop strategy and oversee the implementation of all member programming and services and the member renewal, recruitment and retention process.

Major Roles and Responsibilities

Works closely with the Executive Director and Board in executing a comprehensive strategic fundraising plan;
Oversees and manages volunteer recruitment, training and activities, including, but not limited to the Clothe a Child program and special events;
Meets established fundraising goals, understanding the critical role that donor participation plays in ensuring the success of the mission;
Develop an overarching strategy that includes appropriate donor cultivation, personal contact, effective solicitation, and ongoing relationship;
Direct the major fundraising initiatives, including special events, individual giving, major gifts, planned giving, grants;
Oversee special events with the Executive Director;
Initiate and maintain contact with major donors, building meaningful relationships;
Conduct independent research, to identify prospective donors
Works closely with the Director of Quality Improvement and Evaluation to ensures the proper receiving, allocating, recording and acknowledging of all gifts;
Serves on the senior leadership team and works closely with the Board and the Development Committee
Design and implement member renewal, recruitment and retention processes with the Board and Membership Committee;
Develop prospects, strategies and goals for new member recruitment;
Stay current with national and state level work and research on the impact of providing kids with clothes for school
Assists with other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Professional experience working with diverse staff and a history of productive and dynamic team work

An authentic desire to elevate Charity Newsies and to embrace/advance its mission

Experience in development, marketing, or related field, preferably three to five years fundraising experience

Demonstrated accomplishments in growing revenue

Fluency with donor tracking software and social media platforms

Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, and superior interpersonal skills, with a natural way of connecting with various constituents and audiences

Experience in donor prospecting, in cultivating and developing relationships with key donors, and in achieving success with major gifts

Understanding of how to build and expand the donor base through a variety of appropriate and effective strategies that are carefully shaped and uniquely targeted to various constituencies

Ability to manage/oversee special events with an eye towards helping donors to connect at a deeper level

Ability to provide meaningful, productive engagement opportunities for volunteers assisting with the advancement initiatives

Skilled problem-solver and critical, strategic thinker who will meet challenges with creative and effective solutions

Familiarity with IRS regulations as they relate to philanthropic giving and industry accounting and reporting standards

Experience with member organizations

Excellent relational skills, including building, nurturing, and tracking member relationships

Ability to work in teams and provide member services during typical office hours, with occasional evening and weekend work.

Deadline to apply: February 10, 2023

Located in the organization’s Columbus office, the gift accounting specialist will work closely with the accounting team and will report to the Executive Director of the Foundation. The gift accounting specialist is responsible for all gift entry and financial operations of the foundation. Serves as the key technical resource providing oversight of gift and data management, reporting, and serves as a direct liaison to the Office of Accounting. The gift accounting specialist should have a proficient understanding of gift accounting policies and business procedures; have knowledge in relational database concepts, CRM, have great attention to detail and effective written and verbal communication skills. Teamwork is highly valued as collaboration ensures high quality standards in our work. We are looking for a candidate that is a self-starter, problem-solver, ability to manage multiple projects and to work occasional evenings and/or a weekend.

Primary duties include:

Processes and records gifts received in support of Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation fundraising efforts, including daily reconciliation of checks, online gifts and wire transfers to ensure accurate, timely processing.

Review Foundation gift and pledge submissions for accuracy, potential issues, and completeness. Resolve issues, ensure gifts and pledges are recorded accurately, and adhere to gift acceptance policies and IRS rules.

Process new/updated payroll deduction requests and ensure accuracy of deduction spreadsheet received from payroll.

Review all gift agreements and maintain appropriate documentation on each gift and pledge through physical or electronic means.

Oversee receipt process for all gift types, including but not limited to, outright gifts, gifts-in-kind, IRA distributions, and planned giving commitments. Generate and mail receipts on a daily/as needed basis.

Perform accounting duties within QuickBooks for all of the foundation’s operations, including but not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable, donations, and financial reports.

Work directly with the bank to produce monthly accounting reports of income and expenses for each fund, and reconcile accounts monthly.

Work closely with the Office of Accounting to assist with the Foundation’s annual audit.

Prepare quarterly statements for all funds from bank reports and accurately account for any/all fees associated with each fund and record in QuickBooks.

Prepare all financial statements for board and investment committee meetings.

Manage the donor database to ensure data integrity. This includes updating constituent contact information, ensuring address accuracy, and understanding the interrelationships of data.

Work with Foundation staff on fundraising events, solicitation materials, and stewardship efforts to ensure donations are accurately reflected.

Communicate with donors in a professional, timely manner about their giving records, event participation, and/or other giving related inquiries.

Minimum requirements include:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management or related field.

Previous experience working for a foundation or non-profit organization.

Previous experience working in fundraising database systems such as Donor Perfect, Raiser’s Edge, or others.

Three years of experience working in QuickBooks

Ohio Farm Bureau offers a generous benefit package that includes vacation, sick and personal time; nine observed holidays and extra time off during the Christmas and New Year Holiday; a 401 k retirement plan with company match; three health plans to choose from, a company provided contribution to a health savings account, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability; employee incentive plan, tuition reimbursement and bonus for employee referrals.

About Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation, Inc.

Founded in 1983, the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation is committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of farmers, ensuring the progress and prosperity of Ohio agriculture far into the future. The foundation creates pathways for young people to learn about the variety and viability of careers in agriculture. Through scholarships, programming and grants, the foundation builds a growing workforce of farmers who are passionate and prepared to grow Ohio agricultural communities.
Mission – Inspiring innovation and cultivating investment in Ohio’s farm and food community

Organization Description
Community Shares of Mid Ohio is a federation of more than sixty local charities that address a wide range of social and environmental issues. Since 1992, Community Shares has grown to support its member charities through workplace giving campaigns to solve a wide range of issues in the community geared toward justice, fairness, and equality. Community Shares of Mid Ohio builds mutually beneficial relationships and secures resources to empower member nonprofits in Central Ohio. Its vision is nonprofits collaboratively creating a more just, caring, and healthy community for all.

 

In recent years, Community Shares established a social enterprise to further support its activities. In(form)ed offers compliance services for non-profits in a fee-for-service model. In(form)ed builds upon the compliance and fiduciary expertise of Community Shares to assist with filings such as Charitable Solicitations and Certificates of Continued Existence. Additionally, In(form)ed offers fiscal sponsorship for projects that do not have their 501(c)3. With nearly 15 active projects under Community Shares’ sponsorship, this service allows for grassroots initiatives to access grants and donations – furthering Community Shares’ mission and vision.

 

The Board of Trustees is looking for an applicant that can build upon the progress made in these critical areas for the organization. As a federation, Community Shares exists to support its members. However, traditional workplace campaigns are facing challenges and donor demographics are rapidly changing. The successful candidate will possess skills to leverage members’ wide-ranging impact in the community to tell their story while growing fiscal sponsorship and In(form)ed services to generate awareness and support for Community Shares.

 

Executive Director Job Description
The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Trustees and works in a very collaborative environment with board members and staff to provide the board with direction and to ensure hands-on implementation of organizational work plans and goals by staff. The Executive Director oversees the operations and overall activities of Community Shares, including the following areas of responsibility:

 

Leadership
·       Practices effective leadership and strategic guidance to fulfill Community Shares’ mission, vision and values.

·       Provides support and supervision for all Community Shares staff and contractors.

 

Board Development
·       In coordination with Board Chair, plans and prepares Board meeting agendas and materials to keep members informed and secure necessary feedback and insight on new initiatives, ongoing challenges, and key organizational strategies.

·       In coordination with Board of Trustees, maintains appropriate number and composition of Board members and consistently maintains diversity, equity and inclusion in recruitment of new members.

·       Encourages and supports the Board of Directors to adopt a self-evaluation process.

 

 

 

Membership:

Organizational Development

In consultation with the Director of Member Services:

·       Works to retain current member organizations and engages in efforts to recruit potential new members; ensures member compliance for campaign participation.

·       Oversees the process of responding to requests for information from potential members

·       Develops regular relevant communication with member organizations.

·       Responsible for knowing pertinent information about member agencies, their work, and nonprofit issues.

·       Oversees trainings, including but not limited to new member agency and board member orientations; best practices and capacity building for members and annual trainings on campaign promotion and documentation.

 

Campaign development and management:
·       Oversees all new business development efforts to secure workplace campaigns, including documentation of specific workplace efforts, interviews, strategizing, implementing and maintaining workplace relationships.

·       Oversees application processes for Community Shares of Mid Ohio and member organizations for both public and private sector campaigns.

 

Public Relations:
·       Represents Community Shares at local events to promote the organization and its work.

·       Maintains strong relationships with peers at other area nonprofits, local companies, campaigns, sister organizations and other stakeholders.

·       Oversees the development of promotional materials, brochures, reports, etc.

 

Financial Management:
·       Forecasting, budgeting, and management of approximately $425,000 annual budget for the organization

·       Ensures organizational finances are in good standing, including budgets, cash flow, income statements, and balance sheets.

·       Grows revenue through fundraising, campaigns, and social enterprise efforts.

·       Evaluates fundraising event viability.

·       Interprets accounting policies and procedures for board members and communicates status on a regular basis.

·       Works in conjunction with the Finance and Audit Committee to provide appropriate oversight and controls, including review and approval of financial reports, audited financial statements and annual IRS form 990 for presentation to the board of trustees.

·       Approves all requests for payment, reimbursement, and receivables. Works closely with the independent contracted staff for bookkeeping and audit management. Oversees timely

financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, allocation payments and reconciliation entries.

·       Manages the preparation of budgets, narrative, and on-going financial reports for Finance Committee.

·       Directs financial operations and obligations in cooperation with the treasurer and Finance and Audit Committee.

·       Works with Finance and Audit Committee and selected auditor to oversee the timely completion of the annual 990 filing and the completion of audited financial statements.

 

Technology:
·       Works with external information technology staff to ensure Community Shares maintains adequate internal technology to conduct standard business practices including internal infrastructure, website and payment platforms.

 

Compliance:
·       Maintains Community Shares’ compliance with all legal regulations, accounting principles, bylaw adherence, and ethical practices.

 

Social Enterprise Development
The Executive Director is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination, and promotion of Community Shares’ social enterprise, In(form)ed LLC.

·       Achieves superior growth and market performance through entrepreneurial approaches to implement innovative business concepts.

·       Ensures accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial and performance-oriented reports (quantitative and qualitative, financial, and social).

·       Regularly updates and execute the strategic and communications planning processes.

·       Continually identifies areas of strength and weaknesses to improve overall performance.

·       Monitors budgets and expenditures on a continual basis. Approves all requests for payment, reimbursement, and receivables. Works closely with the independent contracted staff for bookkeeping management.

·       Maintains high level of knowledge regarding fiscal sponsorship and nonprofit compliance requirements.

·       Monitors and reports on the microfinance and social enterprise sectors.

·       Consistently monitors rulings and changes in regulations by the Internal Revenue Service, Secretary of State of Ohio, Ohio Attorney General and City of Columbus Charitable divisions.

·       Develops and prepares business plan, briefings, and public relations strategies regarding the social enterprise sector and In(form)ed’s offerings.

·       Represents the organization whenever possible at appropriate relationship building events and training sessions.

·       Works with other social enterprise development organizations (SeaChange, iCAT Catalyst, Social Ventures, Give Back Hack, Philanthropitch and Social Enterprise Partnership) to maintain visibility, alignment, and continual improvement.

 

Essential Job Functions & Time Allocations

Leadership & Board Duties – 20%

Organizational Development – 20%

Social Enterprise Development – 60%

Total 100%

Position Requirements EXPERIENCE: Nonprofit Management and Compliance

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Seasoned Judgment

Driving Execution

Empowers Others

Inspires Trust

Drives (stakeholder)

Success Adaptability

Industry Knowledge

Excellent Communication Skills – written and oral

Coaching Capability

Collaborates Well with Others

Ability to Prioritize Tasks and Meet Competing Deadlines

Budget and Forecasting Experience

Previous or Current Board Service

 

EDUCATION:    Bachelor’s degree and commensurate level of applicable professional experience

OR

Ability to demonstrate necessary competencies as evidenced by network, nonprofit management background, compliance knowledge, fiscal sponsorship experience, etc.

 

COMPENSATION AND APPLICATION PROCESS
Salary:                         $75,000 – $80,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits:                     Benefits available include cash wellness benefit to purchase health, dental and vision insurance; retirement plan; paid time off; sick/family leave; holidays (11 per year).

 

The position is open until filled. Successful candidate will have an anticipated start date of May 1, 2023. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. The letter of interest should outline why you are interested in joining Community Shares of Mid Ohio, your relevant experience, and your accomplishments. Please provide two examples of why you would be a strong candidate and the key attributes you would bring to this position.

 

Community Shares of Mid Ohio is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, class, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.