OATS
Institutional Grants Director
OATS, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
OverviewAARP Foundation works for and with vulnerable people over 50 to end senior poverty and reduce financial hardship by building economic opportunity. As a charitable affiliate of AARP, we serve AARP members and nonmembers alike. Through vigorous legal advocacy and evidence-based solutions, and by strengthening supportive community connections, we foster resilience, advance equity and restore hope.The
Institutional Grants Director
oversees and leads work associated with fundraising campaigns for the organization. Directs the design and implementation of organization-wide donor relations and the stewardship system to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels. Collaborates with senior management to develop and implement strategies to secure financial support from donors and funders to meet defined charitable goals.Responsibilities
Leads a team that manages specific aspects of the fundraising process (e.g., systems, relationship management, channel strategy) that generates contributions or grant support to the organization, AARP Foundation, and all other organization affiliates in meeting fundraising goals.Participates and establishes an effective case for support (value proposition) and provides feedback on how it resonates with their respective assigned prospective donor pool.Oversees specific aspects and business processes of the pipeline (e.g., identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, systems/processing, stewardship) of potential donors to the organization, AARP Foundation, and all other organization affiliates within their respective assigned prospective donor pool to ensure future growth.Provides the team with resources, training, guidance, and support to ensure personal and departmental success in meeting organizational and personal objectives and goals.Sets goals and expectations for respective team and contributes personally as an example to the team and a member of the team in reaching goals.Ensures members of the team are in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and board policies (e.g., gift acceptance) pertaining to gifts, contributions, grants and other charitable support raised.Holds the team accountable for adhering to ethical standards established by Association of Fundraising Professionals and National Association of Charitable Gift Planners.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree8+ years fundraising experience to include government funding grant writing and project managementThorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and board policies, particularly in relation to gift acceptance, grants, and other charitable contributions, with the ability to ensure full team complianceAARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.Additional Requirements
Regular and reliable job attendanceEffective verbal and written communication skillsExhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationshipsIndependent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisionsIn office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noiseHybrid Work Environment
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.Compensation and Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Institutional Grants Director
oversees and leads work associated with fundraising campaigns for the organization. Directs the design and implementation of organization-wide donor relations and the stewardship system to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels. Collaborates with senior management to develop and implement strategies to secure financial support from donors and funders to meet defined charitable goals.Responsibilities
Leads a team that manages specific aspects of the fundraising process (e.g., systems, relationship management, channel strategy) that generates contributions or grant support to the organization, AARP Foundation, and all other organization affiliates in meeting fundraising goals.Participates and establishes an effective case for support (value proposition) and provides feedback on how it resonates with their respective assigned prospective donor pool.Oversees specific aspects and business processes of the pipeline (e.g., identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, systems/processing, stewardship) of potential donors to the organization, AARP Foundation, and all other organization affiliates within their respective assigned prospective donor pool to ensure future growth.Provides the team with resources, training, guidance, and support to ensure personal and departmental success in meeting organizational and personal objectives and goals.Sets goals and expectations for respective team and contributes personally as an example to the team and a member of the team in reaching goals.Ensures members of the team are in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and board policies (e.g., gift acceptance) pertaining to gifts, contributions, grants and other charitable support raised.Holds the team accountable for adhering to ethical standards established by Association of Fundraising Professionals and National Association of Charitable Gift Planners.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree8+ years fundraising experience to include government funding grant writing and project managementThorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and board policies, particularly in relation to gift acceptance, grants, and other charitable contributions, with the ability to ensure full team complianceAARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.Additional Requirements
Regular and reliable job attendanceEffective verbal and written communication skillsExhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationshipsIndependent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisionsIn office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noiseHybrid Work Environment
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.Compensation and Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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