Director of Philanthropy
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Director of Philanthropy
About the Role
Maybe youre not looking for a job youre looking for a mission. A chance to use your experience to help people give back and build a stronger more vibrant Sioux Falls.
Maybe youve led major fundraising efforts secured transformational gifts or built lasting relationships to advance a mission - and now youre ready to apply those skills to something bigger: our community.
Maybe you love your clients but youre ready to trade billable hours for purpose.
Or youre a curious thoughtful professional who wants to be part of something meaningful and real.
At the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation we help generous people do good things. We believe in relationships trust and doing whats right for our community.
If youre sharp strategic and have a heart for community this could be a great fit.
Reports to: Chief Philanthropy Officer
Salary Range: Starting at $90000
Key Responsibilities
Donor & Advisor Engagement
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with professional advisors (attorneys CPAs financial planners) to facilitate complex gift arrangements and expand the Foundations advisor network
- Serve as the liaison for professional advisors to bring in new fund holders then collaborate with the philanthropy team to transition those relationships for long-term stewardship when appropriate
- Support a portfolio of fund advisors to help guide and inform their grantmaking and update their charitable estate plans
Operations
- Develop and evaluate engagement strategies and donor services for the Foundations fund holders with a focus on relationship-building
- Create systems to monitor donor segmentation engagement touchpoints and stewardship metrics
- Ensure the Foundation has a strong system for maintaining up-to-date and accurate records of contacts with donors prospects and professional advisors
- Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to donor services and gift acceptance
Gift Planning Expertise
- Provide expertise in structuring and managing complex gifts including non-cash assets such as real estate closely held business interests and others
- Serve as an internal subject matter expert on charitable giving tools with the ability to translate complex and technical concepts into accessible insights for donors and advisors alike
- Facilitate educational initiatives including leading the Foundations Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) cohort
- Draft and execute gift and fund agreements aligned with donor intent and Foundation policy
- Remain upto date on relevant tax trust and estate planning practices
Events
- Lead plan and execute all Foundation events
- Use events as a platform for donor engagement education and stewardship that deepens our connection with the community
- Bring new energy and purpose to events by developing creative strategies that keep them fresh relevant and engaging
- Propose and develop concepts and experiences that help donors learn about community needs celebrate impact and connect with one another and the Foundation
Qualifications
- 5-7 years of experience in major gift fundraising planned giving wealth management trust management estate planning or a related field
- A relationship builder with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups and individuals
- Highly resourceful team-player with the ability to also be extremely effective independently and proactive with approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
- Comfortable presenting to both small groups and large audiences with strong communication and facilitation skills
- Strategic thinker with a growth mindset and a genuine interest in continuous learning and professional development
- A warm professional presence with the ability to inspire confidence and represent the Foundation with integrity
What we offer:
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community and contribute to positive change
- Professional development opportunities and continuing education
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Summer hours offered between Memorial Day and Labor Day
- A beautifully renovated expanded office in the heart of downtown Sioux Falls with free onsite parking.
How to apply:
To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter to
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
