Insight Housing · 17 hours ago
Chief Philanthropy & External Affairs Officer
Berkeley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$220K/yr - $240K/yrInsight Housing is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing housing, food, and support services to help individuals transition from homelessness to stable living. The Chief Philanthropy & External Affairs Officer (CPEAO) will lead the organization's external engagement, communications, and revenue strategies, aiming to raise $3 million annually while shaping public policy and building partnerships. This role involves supervising the Philanthropy Manager and the Policy and Communications Manager to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
CharityHomeless ShelterNon Profit
Responsibilities
Lead and implement an integrated fundraising strategy to meet or exceed annual revenue goals ($3M for 2025)
Oversee all aspects of individual giving, institutional philanthropy (foundations and corporations), major gifts, planned giving, events, and capital campaigns
Partner with the CEO and board to cultivate and steward top donors and prospects
Guide prospect identification, donor engagement strategies, and stewardship systems
Ensure efficient systems for donor management, tracking, and reporting
Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and institutional funders, and partner with the CEO to strategically cultivate top prospects and relationships
Regularly evaluate Insight Housing’s fundraising programs to ensure that they are effective and efficient
Oversee grants and team members who own the research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements
Oversee donor database and tracking systems and the stewardship, gift accounting, and reporting functions, ensuring all donors receive timely acknowledgement of their gifts
Monitor and prepare regular reports regarding fundraising activities and progress for the CEO, Board of Directors, Leadership Team, and other stakeholders
Ensure sound fiscal management and efficient allocation of resources, as well as compliance with all federal and state laws, regulations, and accounting standards related to charitable giving
Refine and broaden Insight Housing’s policy and advocacy voice in alignment with the 10-year vision of becoming a recognized leader in shaping housing and homelessness policy
Lead at least three regional or statewide policy campaigns grounded in community voice and organizational data
Develop and manage an annual policy agenda informed by participant experiences and outcome data
Build and deepen partnerships with coalitions, government agencies, and peer organizations to advance policy goals
Establish and co-lead an internal Policy and Advocacy Committee to foster cross-functional alignment and embed advocacy into organizational culture
Launch and oversee Insight’s Advocacy Training Program to equip staff and participants as community advocates
Ensure the regular publication of policy briefs, impact reports, and public comment letters to influence housing-related legislation and resource allocation
Lead and support the team in hosting community-led policy roundtables and actively participating in public hearings, lobbying days, and campaigns
Lead a unified external affairs strategy that aligns development, communications, and policy goals
Oversee brand management, media relations, marketing campaigns, and digital communications
Serve as a key spokesperson for Insight Housing to the media, funders, and community partners when the CEO can’t be present
Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all platforms
Lead the Communications team to devise effective marketing and communications initiatives to support Insight, including campaigns that raise awareness and funds for the organization’s work
Directly supervise the Philanthropy Manager and Policy and Communications Manager
Build and nurture a high-performing, collaborative team culture
Set and evaluate annual goals, professional development plans, and team benchmarks
Collaborate with other C-Suite leaders to ensure cross-functional alignment
Lead budget development and oversight for the fundraising, communications, and policy departments, ensuring resources are used strategically and responsibly to support organizational priorities
Work closely with the CEO and board members on fundraising strategy and execution
Provide Board training and support to encourage engagement with their networks and their philanthropic potential
Drive own vehicle to the field and to other program sites, as required; documenting and reporting mileage according to agency procedures, so that services can be provided in a timely manner; comply with agency driving policy at all times
Participate in promoting a safe, healthy, and clean working environment consistent with agency’s health and safety practices
Attend and participate in all meetings and trainings as assigned
Complete and submit own timesheets and approve staff timesheet in a timely and accurate manner
Work within the framework of Insight Housing’s Code of Conduct
Perform other tasks and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven Major Gifts & Capital Campaign Leadership: Brings a strong track record securing six- and seven-figure gifts, sustaining long-term donor relationships, and generating $3M+ annually. Demonstrates executive-level fundraising experience and the ability to grow philanthropy year over year
Strategic, Growth-Focused Fundraising Leader: A strategic thinker and hands-on operator who can connect philanthropy to Insight's programmatic and real estate priorities. Sets ambitious goals, builds strategies to achieve them, and pivots in a competitive funding landscape
Exceptional Relationship Builder & External Ambassador: Charismatic, mission-driven storyteller who builds authentic relationships with donors, funders, corporate partners, community leaders, and policymakers. Comfortable representing Insight publicly and engaging the board as partners
Strong Communicator & Brand/MarCom Leader: Outstanding writer and speaker who can articulate Insight's impact clearly and compellingly. Able to shape, refine, and elevate organizational messaging and guide or oversee communications strategy
Team Leader, Talent Developer & Culture Builder: Experienced in inspiring, developing, and holding a team accountable. Able to mentor a junior team, strengthen confidence, build structure, and lead through change
Data-Informed, Systems-Savvy Fundraiser: Uses data, research, and CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.) to manage pipelines, measure progress, and inform strategy. Brings discipline to forecasting, segmentation, and tracking
Leadership Style & Personal Qualities: Flexible and calm under pressure, with the ability to navigate shifting priorities with resilience and humor. Visionary and collaborative, operating effectively at the intersection of philanthropy, policy, and public engagement. Resourceful, intrinsically goal-driven, and achievement-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency balanced by thoughtfulness
Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; experience with Salesforce, HubSpot, and Canva is a plus. Comfortable using data and research to inform strategy, manage pipelines, and measure impact
Deep commitment to racial justice, housing equity, and community well-being. Demonstrates cultural humility—approaches work with curiosity, openness, and respect
Valid California driver's license, personal vehicle, and compliance with insurance requirements. Must pass criminal and credit background checks
Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, talk, hear, and see clearly
May be occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch
May be required to lift or move up to 10 lbs
Preferred
Understanding of housing policy, homelessness systems, and real estate development capital needs
Comfortable with board partnership, network engagement, and community representation
Benefits
100% Employee-Paid Health Insurance Options
Comprehensive dental and vision benefit
50% employer paid premiums for dependents healthcare, vision, and dental
Flexible spending account
Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
Basic Life & AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) Insurance
Voluntary life, accident, long-term disability, critical illness care, and hospital indemnity benefits
Voluntary pet insurance
Mental health resources – Enhanced employee assistance program, CALM app, and various other tools
Commuter benefits
19 paid holidays (including birthday/floating holiday) plus vacation and sick days.
Paid Parental Leave
Milestone anniversary program including 10-year anniversary sabbatical
Professional development reimbursement plan
Legal assistance through Rocket Lawyer
Employee discount program
Company
Insight Housing
Our mission is to ensure everyone in our community has a home through supportive, equitable, and sustainable housing solutions.
Founded in 1970
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.2MKey Investors
Bob Woodruff Foundation
2024-07-31Grant
2022-10-14Grant· $1.2M
Leadership Team
Calleene Egan
Chief Executive Officer
Kani Lin
Chief Financial Officer
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