Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence · 1 week ago
Vice President, Advancement
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expBig Brothers Big Sisters Independence is the largest BBBS agency in the state and one of the largest in the nation, committed to ensuring that all youth achieve their full potential. The VP, Advancement will lead the organization's fundraising strategy, build relationships to increase philanthropic support, and manage a high-performing advancement team to drive sustainable growth.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and inspire a staff toward accountable, goal-oriented outcomes
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and marketing plan to advance revenue goals, working closely with the CEO, VP Operations & Integration, consultants, and internal stakeholders
Provide strategic leadership and hands-on oversight of Marketing and Communications functions to execute fundraising campaigns and secure high-level major gifts
Partner with the CEO, VP Operations & Integration, and contracted lobbying support, as appropriate, to identify, pursue, and support federal, state, and local grant opportunities
Serve as staff liaison to the Board Advancement Committee; partner with the CEO and VP Operations & Integration to keep the Governing Board informed of fundraising progress; support board onboarding, engagement, and fundraising capacity-building
Strengthen and ensure dynamic advancement processes across donor identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and pull-through, both within the Advancement team and across the agency
Oversee the maintenance and effective use of Indyforce (Salesforce CRM); partner with Finance to ensure strong gift processing, reconciliation, and reporting practices
Establish, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for Advancement
Ensure compliance with all gift acceptance and fundraising regulations; proactively identify and mitigate compliance risks
Maintain and grow a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, securing major, principal, and planned gifts in support of $6.5M+ in annual fundraising, including at least $1M in new revenue annually through disciplined donor identification, qualification, cultivation, and solicitation strategies
Expand major, corporate, and foundation giving in partnership with the Board Advancement Committee and senior leadership
Steward relationships with civic, business, corporate, government, and foundation leaders, serving as a visible and effective ambassador for BBBSI
Ensure accurate and timely donor data entry and portfolio management in Indyforce (Salesforce). Lead and support execution of the agency’s major signature fundraising events, including sponsorship development, donor cultivation, run-of-show planning, and post-event stewardship
Advance BBBSI’s mission and vision through an integrated advancement strategy, donor campaigns, and special events
Oversee all advancement channels, including annual giving, major and planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations, special events and sponsorships, alumni and donor relations, stewardship, and advancement services
Develop annual advancement plans and budgets; ensure alignment with organizational priorities and best practices
Develop and execute an integrated advancement marketing strategy leveraging internal capacity and external vendor support
Perform all duties ethically and with integrity; maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all donor, board, and internal interactions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, ideally within a human services or nonprofit environment; minimum of 5 years of people management experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor CRMs required (Salesforce preferred)
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse constituencies
Demonstrated ability to build and lead comprehensive advancement programs
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute major fundraising events and campaigns
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain government relationships
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and solicit major and principal gifts
Demonstrated ability to oversee marketing and communications strategy, including brand management and revenue generating events
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional creative teams focused on storytelling and audience growth
A collaborative, results-driven leader with strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complexity with clarity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence and engage diverse donors and stakeholders
Approachable, organized, adaptable, and able to work independently while contributing effectively as a senior team member
Company
Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence
Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region is a donor-supported organization that enriches, encourages and empowers children to reach their highest potential through safe, one-to-one mentoring relationships.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michele Molano
Chief Operating Officer
Garfield Jackson, Sr.
Manager Partnership Development & Recruitment
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