Vice President of Fund Development

About New York Cares

New York Cares exists to turn passion into action, leverage resources through partnership, and create long-lasting change across New York City. We've become the City's leading volunteer management organization by adapting and responding to our most pressing community needs – from everyday challenges like food insecurity and educational inequity to relief efforts in response to 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic. As we grow our team, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, finds a place of belonging, and brings their authentic self to work.

About The Vice President of Fund Development 

The Vice-President (VP) of Fund Development, reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), stands as a pivotal senior figure within the 13-person development team, playing a critical role in strategizing and executing the organization's fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will bring profound experience in fund development, with a particular focus on corporate sponsorship and individual giving, alongside a deep commitment to enhancing New York City and fostering community building through a diverse and innovative volunteer network.

The VP will be chiefly responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the necessary infrastructure to support and expand a budget of $9.2 million, demonstrating an adeptness at navigating and leading the organization towards its financial objectives.

In collaboration with the CDO, the VP of Fund Development is charged with the oversight of all fundraising activities, ensuring a cohesive and effective approach to achieving the organization's financial goals. This role demands a candidate who is not only a strategic thinker but also possesses strong managerial capabilities, excelling in execution and operational efficiency.

New York Cares is in pursuit of a sophisticated, experienced, and dynamic individual to fill this role, one who will significantly contribute to the organization's philanthropic endeavors. 

Scope of Responsibilities 

The Vice-President of Fund Development plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the development team in close collaboration with the Chief Development Officer (CDO). This position involves:

• Leading and mentoring a team of 12, nurturing a culture of collaboration, efficiency, and accountability, ensuring the team embodies continuous improvement and stakeholder focus.
• Setting and achieving comprehensive annual objectives with direct reports, demonstrating accountability and a solutions-focused approach to surpass set goals.
• Managing a personal donor portfolio with clear financial targets, engaging in direct outreach, solicitation, and stewardship to deepen donor relationships and meet annual goals.
• Crafting and implementing innovative fundraising strategies aligned with New York Cares' events, initiatives, and programmatic efforts, while fostering strong donor relations and advancing equitable fundraising practices in partnership with the CDO.
• Overseeing the integration of development activities with other New York Cares teams, ensuring seamless cross-functional operations and adherence to the organization's mission and values.
• Managing the monthly reconciliation process with the finance department and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all development-related communications shared with external stakeholders, including the Board of Directors.

This list is not an exhaustive job description. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates for the Vice President of Fund Development role will possess:

• Over 10 years of professional experience in a nonprofit organization, with a proven track record in development, including managing diverse donor relationships and successfully expanding donor bases.
• A deep commitment to driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, demonstrating an ability to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce while fostering an inclusive environment that respects diverse thoughts and perspectives.
• A flexible and adaptable leadership style, able to positively influence both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives, with a keen attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently with minimal oversight as well as collaboratively within a team, effectively engaging with individuals across various levels of the organization and externally.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, capable of engaging a broad range of donors and fostering long-term relationships with both clarity and persuasion, underpinned by strong organizational and time management skills.
• A professional and resourceful approach, marked by a proactive attitude and the capacity to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Compensation

The salary range is $135K - $155K and is commensurate with experience. 

Salary is just one component of New York Cares’ total compensation package. We offer generous paid leave, including a winter holiday break, self-care days, and summer Fridays; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; access to a suite of e-learning courses; tax advantage accounts including a 403b Thrift Plan, FSA, and much more.

New York Cares is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are deeply committed to building a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and prioritized. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other non-merit-based or legally protected grounds.