Hybrid Vice President, Philanthropy

at Issue One

• Job title: Vice President, Philanthropy
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $150,000 - $170,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Washington, United States

About the role

• VP of Philanthropy managing fundraising operations and donor relationships at Issue One during organizational evolution. Leading a team to build a culture of philanthropy and support fundraising growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising operations and support Issue One's fundraising goals by collaborating with CEO, COO, and Board leadership
• Build and sustain a culture of philanthropy across the organization
• Support CEO in managing his portfolio of Issue One's critical prospective donors and existing major donors
• Manage donor stewardship for existing major donors
• Manage and grow existing foundation relationships including proposal writing and grants management
• Identify and cultivate new foundation prospects
• Serve as the primary writer for foundation proposals and tailored donor communications
• Draft weekly major donor updates and biannual reports
• Liaise with the Board for fundraising and build a functional fundraising committee
• Develop internal partnerships with program staff for fundraising efforts
• Coordinate with communications staff on marketing materials and proposals

Requirements

• 7-10 years of fundraising experience, including at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role
• Demonstrated ability to develop a culture of philanthropy within an organization, with experience engaging board members and staff in fundraising activities and building organizational capacity for sustainable donor relationships
• Experience managing donor relationships and supporting front-line fundraising with high-net-worth individuals and foundations
• Proven record of securing and stewarding foundation grants, including writing successful proposals and reports
• Experience with capital campaigns or comprehensive fundraising initiatives is valued
• Knowledge of the money in politics and government ethics reform movement is ideal
• Excellent writing skills and demonstrated success in proposal development
• Superb communication and presentation skills
• Ability to synthesize complexity, make informed decisions, and develop strategic alternatives that help create solutions in sometimes ambiguous and fast-moving environments
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills with an appreciation for high-level execution and superb attention to detail
• Entrepreneurialism and resourcefulness, with the ability to deliver results in a rapidly growing, deadline-driven, and dynamic environment
• Team-oriented and collaborative; flexibility and adaptability to modify plans in line with shifting priorities
• Comfort working in periods of organizational transition and the proven ability to maintain optimism and passion for strengthening our democracy.

Benefits

• Issue One paying 100% of the premium for a platinum health plan
• Covers 75% of the premium for all spouses and dependents of IO staff
• Over 50 paid days off annually, including holidays, vacation, personal time, and office-wide closures
• Reimbursements and stipends for internet and commuting
• Promotes a hybrid work environment allowing for work from home while establishing regular in-person office opportunities twice a week
• Wellness reimbursements and student loan assistance
• Opportunities for professional development throughout the year
• Opportunities for fun and fellowship