Institutional Giving Manager

Position Summary

The Institutional Giving Manager helps secure funding from institutional entities to support Amica Center's mission by managing all grant-related efforts, including overseeing the drafting and submission of grant applications, cultivating and stewarding relationships with funders, and building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.

The person in this role works closely with staff across the organization, including administration, finance, communications, development, and programs, to help advance the organization's vision and mission.

 

General Duties and Responsibilities [1]

• Lead the conceptualization, implementation, and execution of annual and long-term strategies to secure funding from current and prospective funders, including but not limited to charitable organizations (family and private foundations), community foundations, faith-based organizations, law firms, local governments, and other institutional entities.
• Research and identify grant opportunities and analyze fit for Amica Center and prepare recommendations for consideration by leadership.
• Proactively build relationships with prospective funders by introducing Amica Center, its mission, programs, and initiatives, as appropriate.
• Work closely with the Leadership Team, Program Directors, and Finance to develop, strategize, and draft compelling grant proposals for programs and other initiatives.

Additional Duties

• Draft and update case statements in partnership with program staff and communications.
• In partnership with program staff, participate, support, and/or lead advocacy campaigns for publicly funded grant programs, including mobilizing community members, preparing/reviewing public testimony, and liaising with the communications team to draft and prepare advocacy materials.
• Provide support for major events throughout the year, including, but not limited to Spring for Justice campaign, annual fall fundraiser, and other development-led events as needed.

[1] This list is illustrative and not intended to be a complete classification of all job functions or tasks.

 

Additional Role-Specific Details

Position Type

Full-time

 

Reports To

Development and Communications Director

 

Supervisory Responsibility

In partnership with the Co-Program Directors for the Detained Adult Program, the position provides matrix supervision for Program Associates (2) in the Detained Adult Program.

 

Hiring Timeline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

 

Salary [2]

$70,200 – $91,800

[2] In 2018 Amica Center implemented a compensation framework to be more straightforward, transparent, and provide assurance of internal equity. The compensation model we use is based on an individual's position and years of relevant work experience to avoid salary discrepancies and to reduce the risk of racial, gender, or other forms of bias affecting a candidate's salary.

 

Location and/or Travel Requirements

(Washington, DC / Baltimore, MD / Remote)

This position will be based at the Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, M.D. Office. 80 percent of the responsibilities can be completed remotely and approximately 20 percent can be completed in-person. In-person responsibilities, include, but not limited to, site visits, funder and stakeholder meetings, select events, etc. Due to business related travel expectations, it is recommended candidates live within 30-miles of their assigned primary office.

 

Telework

Amica Center operates a hybrid work environment. Most staff are required to work at least one day per week in-office, but some roles require more office/on-site attendance or travel.

 

COVID-19 Vaccination:

All employees are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. To be fully vaccinated means having completed the full dosages required for the type of vaccine obtained as designated by the CDC. If boosters are subsequently recommended by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) then employees will be required to receive the booster within thirty (30) days of their eligibility to access the boosters.

 

Benefits

Amica Center benefits package includes:

• Free gym access located in Washington, D.C or Baltimore, MD (dependent on employee's primary office)
• Flexible working hours after successful completion of trainings and with approval of supervisor
• Pre-tax commuter benefits for those living in the DMV
• Subsidized health, dental insurance, and vision insurance (Amica Center pays a very high rate of the insurance package, for which we can provide additional information)
• An annual data reimbursement of $300
• Life insurance valued at $50,000, as well as long and short term disability
• The option to set up a Flexible Spending Account
• The option to set up a 403(b) account (the equivalent of a 401(k) account for non-profits) which the organization has the option, for all employees on an annual basis, to match at a certain percentage after one year of continuous employment

Paid time off includes:

• 23 personal days per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of sick time per calendar year
• 7 hours of volunteer time off
• Federal holidays
• Winter break closure
• 12 weeks of parental leave

EEO Statement

Amica Center for Immigrants' Rights is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Amica Center prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amica Center conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Our Anti-Racism Statement:

https://amicacenter.org/becoming-anti-racist/

 

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a writing sample with your application.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions outlined above.

• The Institutional Giving Manager has the ability to act on their own initiative, make sound decisions and be able to perform effectively under a fluctuating workload. Ability to make practical decisions and solve problems, adapt to change, and communicate effectively. Ability to follow instructions and articulate challenges and request support when needed. Reliable follow-through on assigned projects in a complete, well-conceived, timely manner.
• The person in this role has excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to draft grant and business reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group formats to coworkers and external constituents.
• A working knowledge of grantsmanship and grant management with at least five years of previous experience. Previous and/or additional experience in development, immigration, or a nonprofit is beneficial.

Competencies Required

Substantive Proficiency

• The employee demonstrates a foundational understanding of fundraising/development concepts and a firm understanding of all concepts related to foundations, at a level that allows them to manage the grants function of the organization with minimal supervision.

Programmatic Proficiency

• The employee coordinates with appropriate members of the leadership team to assess needs and execute grants plan. The employee may supervise grant interns satisfactorily.

Administrative

• The employee ensures that all administrative aspects of their position are carried out without managerial intervention.

At Amica Center, we embrace the fact that talented individuals come from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We believe that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to our success. Amica Center values your unique perspectives, skills, and potential, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about Amica Center mission and are excited to contribute your talents to our team, we encourage you to submit your application. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are a candidate with a disability and require accommodations to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].

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