If you believe in the power of rural communities to build their own future…
If you are driven by the possibility of empowering each person to become the most impactful changemaker they can be…
If you are energized by building relationships and community to effect systems-level change together…
Jefferson Community Foundation (JCF) could be the right home for you in the next phase of your career.
Jefferson Community Foundation is seeking a collaborative and strategic professional to join our team as the Director of Finance & Gift Planning. www.jcfgives.org. If you are a strong relationship builder with experience in finance and a deep understanding of the financial benefits of charitable giving who has a desire to make a real difference in a special community, please read on and consider becoming a part of the Jefferson Community Foundation Team!
Essential Duties
The Director of Finance & Gift Planning will elevate JCF's impact by implementing strategies designed to grow the number of advised funds under management and strengthen our ability to manage an increasing amount of assets. They will work closely with the CEO and be a critical part of a collaborative staff team working to realize JCF’s goals and vision. Specifically, the Director of Finance & Gift Planning will spend their time on these key responsibilities:
Fund Advising: Serve as primary contact for fundholders regarding fund replenishment, investment choices, spendable balances, etc. including (but not limited to) Donor Advised Funds, Scholarship Funds, and Field of Interest Funds
Educational Workshops: Develop and implement workshops that increase the understanding of strategic giving and local giving opportunities among fundholders and the local charitable giving community
Financial Oversight: In collaboration with the CEO, oversee financial processes such as the annual operating budget, monthly cash flow reports, and audit and 990 tax preparation.
Finance Team Leadership: Manage the Finance Manager, Finance Committee and financial advisory groups to provide guidance of JCF financial decisions at a strategic level.
Internal Systems: Oversee and strengthen internal systems to support fundholders and ensure strong financial oversight.
Team Development: Work in partnership with the CEO and other Directors to develop a culture that supports ultimate performance and satisfaction among the staff.
Performance Tracking: Provide clear fund and finance performance goals, reporting, and forecasting to the JCF leadership team and board.
The work of the Director of Finance & Gift Planning will be varied: at different times it may be people-focused or finance-focused, it may require both big picture thinking or detail-oriented action, it may be both behind the scenes or out in front in the community.
Key Work Experience:
5+ years experience working in financial management and/or nonprofit financial strategy.
Demonstrated experience designing high performing strategies, plans, and structures for approaches to financial management, particularly in the nonprofit sector.
Proven experience in relationship management and an ability to deepen trust over time through the delivery of high-value client service.
Ability to engage new fundholders through proven outreach strategies such as the engagement of professional advisors.
Experience analyzing and leveraging data for strategy development and to monitor progress toward goals over time.
Experience supporting and coaching others (executive leaders, staff, board, or volunteers) in their fundholder outreach and relationship management efforts and roles.
The Ideal Candidate Key Skills and Characteristics:
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills to quickly build trust and rapport with fundholders, vendors, and partners.
The ability to craft and communicate an inspiring case for opening a fund at JCF.
Strong attention to financial detail with proven ability to coordinate multiple projects, managing both complex financial data and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
Versatility to “wear many hats” given the varied nature of this role; comfort working both behind the scenes planning or supporting others, as well as working out in front directly with fundholders.
Flexibility and enthusiasm for being part of a small and collaborative team where everyone pitches in to meet shared goals.
A genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, demonstrated through continuous learning, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively engaging in fruitful and respectful conversations with colleagues and community members.
Familiarity with - or a strong interest in learning about - the community foundation model and investment strategies, as well as the unique challenges and opportunities of advised funds to drive larger systemic social change.
Curiosity and the ability to engage with existing and potential fundholders through deep listening and understanding in order to choose JCF as the home for their advised
APPLY - Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume via email to kc@kinshiphr.com. For more details, read the full pdf here.