Director, Advisory Services

AboutUs

Orr Group is a strategic partnertononprofit organizations helping them solve some of the worlds most pressing challenges. Through our embedded partnership model we go beyond traditional consulting - providing hands-on leadershipexpertise and execution to drive transformative fundraising and organizational growth. For over 30 years we have collaborated with mission-driven organizations to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies grow revenue and build capacity to ensure long-term success. Our work spans campaign management major gifts strategy board development plannedgiving talent management and beyond. Weremainnimble forward-thinking and results-driven helping our clients navigate an ever-evolving philanthropic landscape.

PositionSummary

Orr Group is seeking aDirectorto lead strategic Advisory Services engagements and deliver exceptional service across a range of organizational planning and fundraising strategy projects. Directors serve asday-to-day project leadersand trusted advisors to nonprofit executives and boards guiding work streams driving execution and ensuring high-quality outcomesin partnership with a senior engagement lead who sets the overall strategic direction.

Advisory Services Directors oversee complex analyses lead stakeholder engagement processes develop strategic recommendations and synthesize findings into actionable deliverablesfor senior review and refinement. They also contribute to firm initiatives and mentor junior colleagues. This role requires strategic thinking analytical rigor client relationship management and strong facilitation skills. Advisory Services Directors collaborate closely with client leadership and work cross-functionally with colleagues acrossOrrGroup. The position may require up to25% travel depending on client needs.

Responsibilities

Each project at Orr Group is specially tailored and designed for the needs of that particular client.Generally Directorsoversee project management guide day-to-day account operations drive teamwork strategies and serve as theday-to-dayliaison with the client. They actively lead thedailywork of the project as well asthe datacollection and analysis report writing and client presentations.

Client Relationship Management

• Serveas the primaryday-to-daypoint of contact fora portfolio ofclientprojectsin partnership with the senior engagement lead.

• Build and manage strong working relationships while escalating strategic questions or decision points to senior leadership asappropriate.

• Staycurrent onsector trends and share insights to help shape client strategies.

• Facilitate discovery and planning conversations andpartner withsenior leaders in executive- and board-level engagements.

• Oversee project scopes timelines and work plans ensuringhigh-qualitydeliverables are met within scope budget and deadlines.

• Partner withOrr GroupImpact Officers and other internal colleagues toidentifyopportunities for contract renewals and expanded service offerings.

Strategic Advisory & Planning

• Co-lead the design and execution of strategic planning development planning case development feasibility assessments and campaign planning engagementsin collaboration with senior leadership.

• Lead the day-to-day execution ofqualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis; synthesize insights into clear compelling narratives and strategic recommendations.

• Develop strategic frameworksrevenueprojections staffing recommendations andimplementationroadmaps.

• Facilitate working sessionswithclientteamto gather input test ideas and refine recommendations.

• Produce high-quality deliverablesincluding reportsandpresentationsthat translate complex information into actionable guidance.

Project Team Management

• Set and communicate the day-to-day direction of project workstreams ensuring alignment with the senior engagement lead on strategy priorities and decision-making.

• Manage team workloads delegate and prioritize tasks and oversee timelines budgets and quality controlwhile escalating key risks or strategic decisions to senior leadership.

• Coachjunior colleagueswhile fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.

• Ensure all client-facing materials are developed to a high standard with the Director responsible for advancingkeydeliverables to near-final form for senior review and approval.

Internal OrganizationContributions

• Mentor junior team members by modeling professional communication thought leadership and effective client service.

• Contribute to firm-wide initiatives committees and special projects that shape Orr Groups priorities and culture.

• Buildexpertisein development planning campaign strategy organizational assessments and related Advisory offerings.

• Share insights and best practices to strengthen the firms intellectual capital and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelorsdegree.

• 8years of nonprofit sector experienceideally in fundraising development operations strategy or related function.

• Previousconsulting experience is welcomed but not; candidateswithnonprofitleadership or strategyexperiencewho can apply that perspective inan advisoryenvironmentarestrongly encouraged to apply.

• Experience leading strategic multi-stakeholder initiatives within a fundraising or nonprofit context (e.g. campaign planning major gift strategy development portfolio reviews development department restructuring board engagement program growth planning etc.).

• Demonstrated ability to assess informationidentifypatterns or opportunities and translate insights into clear recommendations or action plans.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review data (fundraising financial operational or CRM) and synthesize key findings for leadership.

• Excellent written communication skills including experience preparing materials for executives boards donors or external partners.

• Demonstrated successinbuilding relationships and collaborating with organizationalleadersandcross-functional teams.

• Strong facilitationskillsable to guide discussions gather input and move groups toward decisions.

• Proven project management abilities with experience managing timelines deliverables and team workflows across complex initiatives.

• Leadership experience whether through direct supervision or leading cross-functional efforts or initiatives.

• Familiarity with fundraising best practices or nonprofit management principles; comfort learning new tools frameworks and approaches.

• Interest in or familiarity with AI-powered productivity or fundraising tools.

• Flexibility to work varying hours to meet deadlines when needed.

You Will Be Successful If

You are Deeply Curious:Youseekto understand each organizations contexttheir strategy revenue drivers culture and constraints. You ask thoughtful questions examine data from multiple angles and connect insights across interviews research and sector trends to uncover what truly matters.

You Excel at Relationships and Communication:You build trust quickly and translate complex ideas into clear actionable narratives. You know how to set context frame decisions andfacilitateconversations that surface honest input and move leaders toward alignment. You tailor your communication to diverse stakeholders from staff to board members.

You Bring Analytical Strength and Practical Strategic Thinking:You make sense of complexity with ease. You analyze dataidentifymeaningful patterns and synthesize information into structured recommendations that are both strategic andgrounded in reality. You balance vision with feasibility offering clients advice that is data-informed implementable and aligned with their organizational capacitynot theoretical or out of reach.

You Thrive in Fast-Paced Multi-Engagement Environments:You manage multiple workstreams with composure and intention. You stay organized amid shifting prioritiesanticipatewhatsneeded next and consistently move workforwardevenwhen timelines are tight or circumstances change quickly.

Additional Information

Location

Orr Group offices are located in Washington DC and New York City and candidates must be based in either metropolitan hybrid policy requires staff to spend at least 60% of their working time in an Orr Group office or at client sites.

Travel Requirements

Directors of Advisory Services may manage a combination of regional and national clients. Depending on client needs this role may sometimes require up to 25% of business travel.

SalaryRange

The salary range for this role is $100000 - $135000 with annual bonus potential of up to $25000.

Benefits

The comprehensive benefits package includes health dental and vision plans a401(k) retirementplan with employer match paid holidays and generous paid time off.

Orr Group Careers

At Orr Group we recognize that diversity strengthens ourimpact. We actively seek team members from diverse backgrounds perspectives and lived experiences to better serve our clients and the communities they support. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive contribute and grow.

Our goal is to attract develop andretainexceptional people and create a work environment that is dynamic rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. We are deeply committed toprovidingadvancement opportunities mentorship and the resources you need to explore your talents and aspirations. At Orr Group we believe in investing in our employees growthwhether through ongoing professional development exposure to a wide range of high-impact projects or the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across all levels.

Working at Orr Group means being part of a passionate supportive and team-oriented alongsidebright humble and friendly colleagues whoare asdedicated to achieving exceptional results as they are to fostering a positive collaborative atmosphere. While our work can be challenging and high-pressure it is also incredibly rewarding. We are driven by a shared mission to solve some of the worlds greatest challenges and youwill have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a diverse and dynamic team.

Orr Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.