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Allus Consultoria Estratégica e Financeira · 6 hours ago

Steinman Communications, Inc.- Director of Foundation Programming

Lancaster, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Steinman Communications is seeking a Director of Foundation Programming for The Steinman Foundation. The role involves leading high-impact initiatives across multiple organizations to foster sustainable community development in Lancaster County, focusing on areas such as local journalism, economic development, and early childhood education.

Management Consulting

Responsibilities

Collaborate and assist in designing, implementing and overseeing programmatic strategies aligned with the priorities of The Steinman Foundation, Lancaster County STEM Alliance and Little Conestoga Creek Foundation

Conduct research and environmental scans to inform funding priorities and emerging opportunities

Provide thought leadership on issues relevant to the work of The Steinman Foundation, Lancaster County STEM Alliance and Little Conestoga Creek Foundation, ensuring the organizations remain forward-looking and responsive to community needs

Assist in the development and execution of grantmaking, including application review, due diligence, reporting, evaluation, and database management

Oversee research and evaluation efforts across priority initiatives, synthesizing findings and producing reports, visual data summaries, and strategic insights

Identify and pursue grant opportunities based on research efforts and emerging opportunities

Assist in translating program results and impact into compelling communications for internal and external audiences

Ensure operational excellence by managing workflows, systems, databases, contracts, budgets, and vendor relationships

Supervise logistics for meetings, events, and travel, and support cross-functional collaboration with internal staff, consultants, and community partners

Present a case for support to prospective donors related to a project or campaign

Assist with implementation of campaign fundraising strategies, including individual and corporate gift cultivation, solicitation, donor database management, acknowledgment, and stewardship

Conduct donor research, help identify new prospects, track donor engagement and generate reports to support strategy and analysis

Monitor and respond to inquiries from grantees and the public regarding guidelines, programs, and activities

Promote continuous process improvement and contribute to special projects aligned with the specific mission and goals of the organizations

Prepare and present programmatic updates, recommendations, and reports for the Advisory Board or Board of Directors

Support board committees related to programming and grantmaking

Serve as a key liaison between staff, board members, and stakeholders, ensuring timely follow-up on decisions and activities

Supervise staff, consultants, and interns as appropriate

Contribute to organizational planning, budgeting, and policy development as part of the leadership team

Ensure the integrity and security of confidential information and institutional records

Foster a culture of learning, inclusivity, and collaboration across The Steinman Foundation, Lancaster County STEM Alliance and Little Conestoga Creek Foundation

Other duties, as assigned

Qualification

Philanthropy experienceNonprofit managementGrant managementStrategic leadershipProject managementCommunity engagementEquityInclusionCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree required

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in philanthropy, nonprofit administration or management or related field, experience in executive-level support, or program/project management

Detail-oriented with extraordinary organizational and time management skills, with the proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft reports, business correspondence, facilitation and presentation skills

Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while collaborating across departments

Demonstrated ability to think strategically, translate vision into action and measure impact

A mission-driven mindset and deep commitment to the missions of The Steinman Foundation, Lancaster County STEM Alliance, and Little Conestoga Creek Foundation, and an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in the nonprofit sector

Commitment to equity, inclusion and community engagement in philanthropic practice

Ability to navigate a complex organizational landscape and communicate effectively across diverse stakeholders

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion