Black Collective Foundation, MN
Vice President of Advancement & External Relations
Black Collective Foundation, MN, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
VICE PRESIDENT OF ADVANCEMENT & EXTERNAL RELATIONS
kpCompanies is partnering with the Black Collective Foundation MN (The Collective) to recruit a passionate, strategic, and experienced Vice President of Advancement & External Relations. This is a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s mission through effective fundraising and external engagement efforts, ensuring the organization’s growth and sustainability.
THE ORGANIZATION - BLACK COLLECTIVE FOUNDATION MN
The Black Collective Foundation MN believes Black-led change is genius. As the state’s first Black community foundation and a pioneer of culturally specific philanthropy nationwide, The Collective partners with individuals and institutions to boldly invest in organizations, leaders, systems, and ideas. Together, we are realizing a more just Minnesota where all Black people are holistically well, living in dignity and prosperity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Vice President of Advancement & External Relations will lead all aspects of the Collective’s fundraising strategy, including major gifts, annual giving, sponsorships, and special events, while also driving the organization’s external relations efforts. Reporting directly to the Co-Founder & President, the VP will be integral to the organization’s leadership team, building systems and maintaining relationships that align with the Collective’s mission and vision.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Fund Development
Lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies, including campaigns, major gifts, institutional giving, sponsorships, donor-advised funds, and special events.
Set quarterly and annual fundraising targets for Development and External Relations, and report progress toward achievement of contributed revenue goals.
Secure a targeted number of major gifts annually by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a pipeline of prospective donors, while building on existing relationships and expanding new partnerships.
Oversee donor management systems, ensuring accurate gift processing, acknowledgment, and financial reporting.
Proactively evaluate the health of the development program and provide forecasting and status updates to leadership.
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising campaign strategy, including setting clear goals, crafting compelling messaging, coordinating with key stakeholders, and managing the overall execution.
External Relations
Drive the Collective’s external visibility by building transformational relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
Identify strategic opportunities for public engagement, positioning the organization for greater visibility in Minnesota and beyond.
Collaborate with the communications team to align messaging with fundraising efforts.
Oversee the creation of donor-related materials, including audience-centric strategies, proposals, appeals, and stewardship communications.
Lead high-profile fundraising events and campaigns.
Leadership & Team Management
Serve as a key member of the leadership team, collaborating with senior leaders and the Board of Directors to advance organizational objectives.
Build and lead a high-performing fundraising team, overseeing fundraising consultants and managing the hiring and supervision of a Development Associate.
Lead the Advancement Committee of the Board, facilitating regular meetings and reporting on fundraising progress.
QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated track record in raising funds, cultivating relationships, and ensuring organizational sustainability.
Demonstrated success in building and managing donor relationships, particularly with institutional partners and major individual donors.
Strong leadership experience, including hiring, coaching, and leading teams in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
Familiarity with donor management systems and understanding of how technology can support fundraising efforts.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of articulating the organization’s mission to a broad range of stakeholders.
Personal Characteristics
Commitment to racial equity and the mission of supporting Black-led change.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think creatively and take initiative in growing the organization’s fundraising capacity.
Strong organizational skills, capable of balancing strategic planning with the hands-on execution required in a startup environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a small, integrated team.
EQUITY AND SALARY DISCLOSURE
We believe in practices that create real equity and pay parity regardless of background or identity. We freely discuss compensation with all qualified candidates during the first interview.
EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Black Collective Foundation and kpCompanies are equal opportunity employers and all employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment.
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kpCompanies is partnering with the Black Collective Foundation MN (The Collective) to recruit a passionate, strategic, and experienced Vice President of Advancement & External Relations. This is a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s mission through effective fundraising and external engagement efforts, ensuring the organization’s growth and sustainability.
THE ORGANIZATION - BLACK COLLECTIVE FOUNDATION MN
The Black Collective Foundation MN believes Black-led change is genius. As the state’s first Black community foundation and a pioneer of culturally specific philanthropy nationwide, The Collective partners with individuals and institutions to boldly invest in organizations, leaders, systems, and ideas. Together, we are realizing a more just Minnesota where all Black people are holistically well, living in dignity and prosperity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Vice President of Advancement & External Relations will lead all aspects of the Collective’s fundraising strategy, including major gifts, annual giving, sponsorships, and special events, while also driving the organization’s external relations efforts. Reporting directly to the Co-Founder & President, the VP will be integral to the organization’s leadership team, building systems and maintaining relationships that align with the Collective’s mission and vision.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Fund Development
Lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies, including campaigns, major gifts, institutional giving, sponsorships, donor-advised funds, and special events.
Set quarterly and annual fundraising targets for Development and External Relations, and report progress toward achievement of contributed revenue goals.
Secure a targeted number of major gifts annually by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a pipeline of prospective donors, while building on existing relationships and expanding new partnerships.
Oversee donor management systems, ensuring accurate gift processing, acknowledgment, and financial reporting.
Proactively evaluate the health of the development program and provide forecasting and status updates to leadership.
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising campaign strategy, including setting clear goals, crafting compelling messaging, coordinating with key stakeholders, and managing the overall execution.
External Relations
Drive the Collective’s external visibility by building transformational relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
Identify strategic opportunities for public engagement, positioning the organization for greater visibility in Minnesota and beyond.
Collaborate with the communications team to align messaging with fundraising efforts.
Oversee the creation of donor-related materials, including audience-centric strategies, proposals, appeals, and stewardship communications.
Lead high-profile fundraising events and campaigns.
Leadership & Team Management
Serve as a key member of the leadership team, collaborating with senior leaders and the Board of Directors to advance organizational objectives.
Build and lead a high-performing fundraising team, overseeing fundraising consultants and managing the hiring and supervision of a Development Associate.
Lead the Advancement Committee of the Board, facilitating regular meetings and reporting on fundraising progress.
QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated track record in raising funds, cultivating relationships, and ensuring organizational sustainability.
Demonstrated success in building and managing donor relationships, particularly with institutional partners and major individual donors.
Strong leadership experience, including hiring, coaching, and leading teams in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
Familiarity with donor management systems and understanding of how technology can support fundraising efforts.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of articulating the organization’s mission to a broad range of stakeholders.
Personal Characteristics
Commitment to racial equity and the mission of supporting Black-led change.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think creatively and take initiative in growing the organization’s fundraising capacity.
Strong organizational skills, capable of balancing strategic planning with the hands-on execution required in a startup environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a small, integrated team.
EQUITY AND SALARY DISCLOSURE
We believe in practices that create real equity and pay parity regardless of background or identity. We freely discuss compensation with all qualified candidates during the first interview.
EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Black Collective Foundation and kpCompanies are equal opportunity employers and all employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment.
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