Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships

Location: Remote - US

Position: Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships

Department: Development

Employment Type: Full-time - Exempt

Reports To: Executive Director

Salary: $108,000- $138,000 depending on relevant experience and geographic location

Who we are - About Jobs to Move America:

Jobs to Move America is a national and multi-regional strategic policy center that works to transform public spending and corporate behavior in manufacturing using a comprehensive approach that is rooted in racial and economic justice and community organizing. We seek to advance a fair and prosperous economy with good jobs and healthier communities for all. To learn more, visit our website: http://www.jobstomoveamerica.org.

About the position

The Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships serves as the Director of Jobs to Move America’s development department advancing organizational goals through strategic direction, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is responsible for developing and implementing key initiatives aligned with Jobs to Move America’s mission and strategic plan, while building organizational capacity, supervising staff, and managing stakeholder relationships. This role plays a critical part in shaping impact, developing people, and sustaining strong internal systems and external partnerships.

The Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships leads the development and execution of an annual fund development plan that aligns with JMA’s strategic priorities. This position ensures the organization has the resources and systems necessary to sustain and grow its impact. The role involves close collaboration with the executive leadership to set goals and identify appropriate strategies to ensure revenue is diverse and sustainable. This position requires deep knowledge of JMA’s mission, goals, and regional campaigns to develop solutions, anticipate problems, and course-correct when needed.

How You Will Make a Difference - Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with leadership staff and members of the Board of Directors to identify, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with new and existing national and regional funders
• Develop fundraising strategies and multi-year development plans that sustain the organization on an annual basis
• Lead and supervise a team of staff across diverse backgrounds and disciplines; set clear goals, provide professional development, and conduct regular evaluations
• Coordinate with the Director of Communications on a scheduled basis for cross-team collaboration on projects and messaging
• Collaborate with Executive Director, Deputy Executive Directors, and Finance Director to develop the annual organizational budget, and track and monitor income on a monthly basis
• Support board relations, engagement, and preparation for Board of Director meetings
• Design, implement, and maintain adequate systems and processes to strengthen JMA’s fundraising infrastructure and effectively carry out fund development work, which includes overseeing the organization’s CRM system (Salesforce) and other fundraising software
• Identify and address organizational development issues that support health and effectiveness in general and fund development specifically
• Manage departmental budgets, ensure effective use of resources, and support fundraising and reporting
• Monitor relevant developments in the political, policy, or industry landscape and adapt strategies accordingly
• Foster a collaborative, feedback-rich, and equity-centered team culture
• Foster an organization-wide culture of philanthropy that engages all staff and board in JMA’s fundraising strategy
• Be a Proactive Member of the Management Team:
  • Engage in strategic decision-making, short/long-term cross-team planning, and development and implementation of internal policies, staff training, and committee participation
  • Ensure compliance with all organizational policies and procedures – both timely attention to individual administrative responsibilities as well as oversight to ensure the understanding and compliance of team members
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring – Qualifications

Required

• At least 8 years working in non-profit fundraising or related fields
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Experience in designing and implementing a non-profit fund development plan
• Experience with event planning and donor-facing programming
• Collaboration: Exchanging information, ideas, and thoughts with others in a manner that is proactive and enhances partnerships
• Budgeting: Ability to forecast and track revenue and expenses for all income
• Research: Experienced in staying on top of a non-profit organization’s programmatic developments and philanthropy trends and developments
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages to clearly and persuasively communicate JMA’s work to the public and inspire people to support our work
• Relationship Building: Ability to build and sustain authentic and productive working relationships with colleagues across race and other group identities, including JMA employees as well as external partners
• Flexibility: Be ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities and adapt quickly as things change
• Demonstrated self-awareness, empathy, and social skills in work and interpersonal interactions
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems and overcome obstacles to get the work done
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
• Deep understanding of political landscape and dynamics within philanthropy and major social justice donor coalition spaces
• Facilitation skills and an ability to unite the team on overall goals, strategic direction and campaign/work plans
• Extremely organized and highly detail oriented
• Ability to travel at least 15-20% of the fiscal year to meet with funders, attend Board of Directors meetings, and support with funder events

Preferred

• Knowledge of or experience in climate justice, racial equity, labor organizing, or related movements
• Proficiency with GoogleSuite and Adobe Acrobat preferred
• Proficiency with Salesforce a plus
• Knowledge of the political and community landscape within JMA’s campaigns and/or geographic regions

What Else You Should Know – Compensation & Benefits

• $108,000- $138,000 based on relevant experience and geographic location with annual salary increases
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee and dependents
• Generous paid time off includes 12 personal days, 12 federal holidays, and 2 floating holidays each year. JMA has a paid, two-week winter break at the end of each December. Staff can accrue up to 20 vacation days and 20 sick days. After 5 years of work, all staff are eligible for 3 months of sabbatical leave
• 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution after 6 months of employment
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Utility/Internet monthly stipend for those working from home
• Work from home office set-up provided if needed
• Training and professional development opportunities are available upon completion of the probationary period
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies and practices
• Qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
• JMA is a unionized workplace. This position is not included in the collective bargaining agreement

How to Apply:

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, three work references, and a response to experience-based questions here.

Applications must be submitted through this process. No phone calls, please.

Interviews will be conducted virtually. As part of the candidate screening process for this role, applicants who advance in the interview process will be asked to complete a brief skills assessment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications may not receive a reply.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an EEO employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. We work to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforce zero-tolerance policies against discrimination and sexual harassment. Those who identify as persons of color, women, veterans, or formerly incarcerated persons, and/or have had experience working with one or more of those groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

JMA believes that diverse, engaged, and motivated employees are essential to achieving our goals of economic, racial, and social justice. JMA believes that each employee's voice is valuable and that when all employees contribute ideas to the organization’s operation, it enhances the success of the organization overall.

In order to assist us in achieving our goals as a diverse and inclusive workforce, we ask optional self-identification questions in the job application.

• $108,000- $138,000 based on relevant experience and geographic location with annual salary increases
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee and dependents
• Generous paid time off includes 12 personal days, 12 federal holidays, and 2 floating holidays each year. JMA has a paid, two-week winter break at the end of each December. Staff can accrue up to 20 vacation days and 20 sick days. After 5 years of work, all staff are eligible for 3 months of sabbatical leave
• 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution after 6 months of employment
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Utility/Internet monthly stipend for those working from home
• Work from home office set-up provided if needed
• Training and professional development opportunities are available upon completion of the probationary period
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies and practices
• Qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
• JMA is a unionized workplace. This position is not included in the collective bargaining agreement