Director of Philanthropy

Position: Director of Philanthropy

Position location: Irving, Texas (TX)

Council website: https://www.scouting.org/careers

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Position Overview

The Office of Development is seeking an accomplished motivated leader with professional experience in philanthropy to join our dynamic team as the Director of Philanthropy. This unique and influential position reports to the Senior VP of Development and plays a pivotal role in shaping the collective impact of Scouting America’s philanthropic endeavors while empowering team leaders in the Office of Development and other Scouting America fundraising initiatives.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to create and implement a strategic, robust communications resource ecosystem designed to support and enhance the fundraising culture and tactical efforts of our organizaton. Additionally, the Director of Philanthropy will curate and create a comprehensive suite of resources to equip and support team leaders in the successful planning, execution, and support of fundraising campaigns, fostering a culture of self-sufficiency and excellence in philanthropic endeavours.

To be successful in this role, the ability to drive consistent messaging, empower teams to independently deliver successful fundraising campaigns, contribute to the organization’s financial goals, and cultivate a strong culture of giving across Scouting America is essential. If you are a strategic thinker with strong communication skills and a desire to create lasting impact through philanthropy, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

Focus on creating consistent and meaningful philanthropic communications, for Office of Development team leaders, enabling them to excel in their fundraising efforts and contribute to the overarching success of philanthropic initiatives at Scouting America.

• Develops and implements a comprehensive, powerful, and consistent philanthropic communications strategy that aligns with Scouting America’s goals and mission.
• Establishes and maintains a comprehensive resource hub, curating toolkits, templates, and guides to support team leaders in planning and executing successful fundraising campaigns.
• Develops specialized toolkits for donor retention, acquisition, major gifts, digital fundraising, and planned giving, ensuring each toolkit meets the unique needs of diverse fundraising campaigns.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to design and implement engagement initiatives that promote a donor-centric culture, emphasizing collaboration, communication, and shared best practices.
• Integrates data analytics support into resources, empowering team leaders with insights for informed decision-making and the continuous enhancement of fundraising strategies.
• Offers strategic guidance to team leaders on campaign planning, goal setting, and implementation, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making and effective resource utilization.
• Works collaboratively with marketing, fundraisers, donor services, Scouting America Alumni, NESA, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment and integration of resources with organizational goals and initiatives.
• Stays informed about philanthropic trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously enhance and update resources in response to evolving needs and opportunities.
• Defines and coordinates communication strategies for events, conferences, and campaigns.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Competencies

• Knowledge of: Philanthropic principles, fundraising methodologies, and industry best practices. A comprehensive knowledge of the dynamics of resource development, including the creation and curation of toolkits, playbooks, and training programs, is essential. This includes an awareness of emerging trends in philanthropy. Knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector, particularly in the context of a large, multi-functional organization like the Scouting America, is crucial for effective resource provision and strategic guidance.
• Skill in: Resource development and curation, showcasing an ability to create comprehensive toolkits, playbooks, and training programs tailored to diverse team needs. Strong communication skills are necessary for effectively advocating the importance of philanthropy, articulating strategic guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Digital fundraising expertise, including skills in leveraging online platforms, is crucial, as is the ability to assess resource effectiveness, gather feedback, and iteratively improve materials to enhance impact.
• Ability to: Strategically guide team leaders in campaign planning, goal setting, and data-driven decision-making. Collaborative leadership, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared understanding of philanthropy. Ability to empower teams to independently drive successful fundraising campaigns, contribute to financial goals, and cultivate a culture of giving. Adaptability and innovation are essential, as the candidate should proactively seek new approaches to resource development and support. Cross-functional collaboration skills are critical for aligning resources with organizational goals and ensuring seamless integration across different departments. Overall, the ability to execute a vision that shapes the collective impact of philanthropic endeavors at Scouting America is fundamental to the role.
  
  

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Qualifications

• 15 years of communications, donation, and prospect management experience.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
  
  

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Preferred

• Interest in philanthropy and the non-profit community.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms, and other printed materials and information.
• Hearing acuity for verbal communication, conversations, face-to-face interactions, and/or responses via telephone and telephone systems.
• Speaking ability for general communication and ability to clearly enunciate in conversations with others.
  
  

This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Licenses

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.
  
  

Benefits

Scouting America is an equal-opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and Scouting America holiday observances.

Since 1910, Scouting America has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. Scouting America promotes a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging-where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities. Join us and help us mold the future leaders of America!

Position: Director of Philanthropy

Position location: Irving, Texas (TX)

Council website: https://www.scouting.org/careers

APPLY NOW

Position Overview

The Office of Development is seeking an accomplished motivated leader with professional experience in philanthropy to join our dynamic team as the Director of Philanthropy. This unique and influential position reports to the Senior VP of Development and plays a pivotal role in shaping the collective impact of Scouting America’s philanthropic endeavors while empowering team leaders in the Office of Development and other Scouting America fundraising initiatives.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to create and implement a strategic, robust communications resource ecosystem designed to support and enhance the fundraising culture and tactical efforts of our organizaton. Additionally, the Director of Philanthropy will curate and create a comprehensive suite of resources to equip and support team leaders in the successful planning, execution, and support of fundraising campaigns, fostering a culture of self-sufficiency and excellence in philanthropic endeavours.

To be successful in this role, the ability to drive consistent messaging, empower teams to independently deliver successful fundraising campaigns, contribute to the organization’s financial goals, and cultivate a strong culture of giving across Scouting America is essential. If you are a strategic thinker with strong communication skills and a desire to create lasting impact through philanthropy, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

Focus on creating consistent and meaningful philanthropic communications, for Office of Development team leaders, enabling them to excel in their fundraising efforts and contribute to the overarching success of philanthropic initiatives at Scouting America.

• Develops and implements a comprehensive, powerful, and consistent philanthropic communications strategy that aligns with Scouting America’s goals and mission.
• Establishes and maintains a comprehensive resource hub, curating toolkits, templates, and guides to support team leaders in planning and executing successful fundraising campaigns.
• Develops specialized toolkits for donor retention, acquisition, major gifts, digital fundraising, and planned giving, ensuring each toolkit meets the unique needs of diverse fundraising campaigns.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to design and implement engagement initiatives that promote a donor-centric culture, emphasizing collaboration, communication, and shared best practices.
• Integrates data analytics support into resources, empowering team leaders with insights for informed decision-making and the continuous enhancement of fundraising strategies.
• Offers strategic guidance to team leaders on campaign planning, goal setting, and implementation, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making and effective resource utilization.
• Works collaboratively with marketing, fundraisers, donor services, Scouting America Alumni, NESA, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment and integration of resources with organizational goals and initiatives.
• Stays informed about philanthropic trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously enhance and update resources in response to evolving needs and opportunities.
• Defines and coordinates communication strategies for events, conferences, and campaigns.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Competencies

• Knowledge of: Philanthropic principles, fundraising methodologies, and industry best practices. A comprehensive knowledge of the dynamics of resource development, including the creation and curation of toolkits, playbooks, and training programs, is essential. This includes an awareness of emerging trends in philanthropy. Knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector, particularly in the context of a large, multi-functional organization like the Scouting America, is crucial for effective resource provision and strategic guidance.
• Skill in: Resource development and curation, showcasing an ability to create comprehensive toolkits, playbooks, and training programs tailored to diverse team needs. Strong communication skills are necessary for effectively advocating the importance of philanthropy, articulating strategic guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Digital fundraising expertise, including skills in leveraging online platforms, is crucial, as is the ability to assess resource effectiveness, gather feedback, and iteratively improve materials to enhance impact.
• Ability to: Strategically guide team leaders in campaign planning, goal setting, and data-driven decision-making. Collaborative leadership, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared understanding of philanthropy. Ability to empower teams to independently drive successful fundraising campaigns, contribute to financial goals, and cultivate a culture of giving. Adaptability and innovation are essential, as the candidate should proactively seek new approaches to resource development and support. Cross-functional collaboration skills are critical for aligning resources with organizational goals and ensuring seamless integration across different departments. Overall, the ability to execute a vision that shapes the collective impact of philanthropic endeavors at Scouting America is fundamental to the role.
  
  

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Qualifications

• 15 years of communications, donation, and prospect management experience.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
  
  

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Preferred

• Interest in philanthropy and the non-profit community.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms, and other printed materials and information.
• Hearing acuity for verbal communication, conversations, face-to-face interactions, and/or responses via telephone and telephone systems.
• Speaking ability for general communication and ability to clearly enunciate in conversations with others.
  
  

This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Licenses

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.
  
  

Benefits

Scouting America is an equal-opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and Scouting America holiday observances.

Since 1910, Scouting America has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. Scouting America promotes a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging-where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities. Join us and help us mold the future leaders of America!