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City of Boise Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs in Boise, Idaho
Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs
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Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs
Salary
$125,000.00 - $139,500.00 Annually
Location
Boise City Hall, ID
Job Type
Full Time Regular
Job Number
23 -06857
Department
Mayor's Office
Division
Executive Administration
Opening Date
09/25/2024
Closing Date
10/14/2024 12:00 PM Mountain
Description
Benefits
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Summary Statement
Join our dynamic team in the Mayor’s Office as the Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs! This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative fundraising efforts, build impactful relationships, and drive positive change across our vibrant city. If you’re passionate about making a difference and have a knack for strategic collaboration, we want to hear from you!
The Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs leads and coordinates all fundraising efforts in the Mayor’s Office and coordinates fundraising efforts across city departments to ensure strategic alignment. This role involves direct fundraising, advising the mayor and department directors on philanthropic opportunities, and matching funding sources to city and community needs and external partners. The director will manage relationships with individual donors, foundations, and government entities at local, state, regional, and federal levels. Additionally, this position will oversee and coordinate with directors, managers, and advisors in the areas of economic development, community partnership, grant management, and fundraising staff and collaborate closely with the Director of Policy and Government Affairs to align city and community funding needs with federal funding opportunities. This position works under administrative direction.
This position is designated as At-Will.
Essential Functions
Implements the organization’s values, mission and strategic goals as related to employee oversight; develops strategic goals and plans for assigned teams and departments; and directs and leads the activities of an established city department.
Develops and implements comprehensive fundraising strategies. Leads direct fundraising efforts and coordinates fundraising activities across all city departments to ensure strategic alignment and efficiency. Oversees strategic coordination of grant strategy across the city in collaboration with the finance department.
Advises the mayor and other city leaders on philanthropic opportunities and strategies. Provides insights and recommendations on potential funding sources and partnerships.
Manages and oversees the work of the economic development and community partnership staff, providing leadership, guidance and support to ensure team effectiveness and professional growth.
Collaborates and coordinates with relationship managers to build and maintain relationships with community partners, including nonprofits, businesses and other stakeholders. Identifies and matches funding sources to community needs and partners.
Works closely with the Director of Policy and Government Affairs to align city and community funding needs with local, state and federal funding opportunities as well as legislative efforts to secure funding.
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, public administration, business, fundraising, and philanthropy or related field and seven years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, philanthropy, or related field and experience working with government entities and community organizations and three years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of:
fundraising principles, strategies and best practices
grant writing and grant management
principles and practices of strategic planning
computer usage including related software
relevant local and state laws, regulations and policies that affect program development and implementation.
Ability to:
problem solve and work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
present information to a broad audience
display strong organizational and time management skills
prioritize and manage several projects simultaneously
effectively utilize change management methods
communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Master’s degree in nonprofit management, public administration, business, fundraising and philanthropy or related field.
Licensing And Other Requirements
Valid state-issued driver's license.Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Driving Record Check
Education Verification
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts
Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.
Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.
Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.
Healthcare:
ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
Low-cost dental and vision options.
Post-employment health savings account.
Retirement and Investment Plans:
PERSI retirement benefits
401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match
WellBeing Program:
Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
Alternative transportation incentives.
Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:
10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
12 paid holidays every year
8 hours of sick leave per month
10 weeks Parental Leave
Life & Long Term Disability:
Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you
Other optional benefits:
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
Supplemental Life Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Free local bus pass
Corporate discount programs
AFLAC
Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.
Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org