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    Development Director - Los Angeles, United States - Community Water Center

    Community Water Center
    Community Water Center Los Angeles, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Location:
    CWC currently has offices in Sacramento, Visalia and Watsonville, CA. CWC believes our mission can be effectively advanced while being flexible in our approach to work style and location.

    We prefer candidates for this position to be able to work in-person at least two days per week from one of CWC's office locations.


    However, we will consider candidates based in California on a remote basis as long as they have the ability to travel and report in-person as needed for mission critical work and key relationship building with other CWC staff, funders and other key parties.

    Community Water Center acts as a catalyst for community-driven water solutions through organizing, education, and advocacy.

    We seek to build and enhance leadership capacity and local community power around water issues, create regional movements for water justice in California, and enable every community to have access to safe, clean, and affordable drinking water.

    At CWC, we believe that safe, clean, and affordable water is a human right, not a privilege.

    Our organizing and advocacy work, community collaborations, and organizational culture all reflect a concern for equity, mutual respect, appreciation for diversity, and environmental and social justice.

    We are looking for candidates who share our values, who bring a willingness to contribute to our mission and to the growth of a new organization, and who are open to developing their skills.

    Position Description

    The Development Director position is a full-time, salary employee position that will be primarily responsible for overseeing CWC's fund development work including grants, individual donors, contracts and events.

    This position will report to the Sr.

    Director of Organizational Development, and will work closely with other CWC Directors, Managers, and staff; CWC funders; as well as CWC's Financial Controller, the Board of Directors and various consultants.

    All employees at CWC are "at will."


    The Ideal Candidate:
    Is an experienced foundation and individual donor fundraiser
    Has experience working with environmental justice organizations or a strong passion for environmental, racial and social justice
    Has a strong understanding of nonprofit finance and experience leading financial oversight and organizational budgeting
    Welcomes and incorporates staff feedback, and seeks outside expertise as needed
    Is aware of how differences in class, race, privilege and lived experience shape how individuals and institutions think, act and give
    Is comfortable talking about and asking for money
    Is an advocate for the Center and our mission in all interactions
    Identifies and develops recommendations, takes action and makes decisions in a timely manner

    Major Responsibilities
    Fund Development
    Lead the development and implementation of organizational fundraising goals.
    Prospect new sources of funding, with a focus on building trust-based relationships with new funders
    Lead the growth of CWC's individual donor program, including major gifts.
    Lead the creation and writing of any funding solicitations, proposals, reports or collateral, including grant proposals, as needed.
    Lead the planning and execution of fundraising events
    Oversee management of donor database.
    Develop and/or review any policies related to fund development.
    Manage fund development consultants, interns, volunteers or staff as needed or appropriate.
    Support the Board of Directors in their fundraising responsibilities.

    Grant Management

    Manage grant application development, including development of narratives, letters of support, and other supporting documentation, working closely with appropriate staff to develop content.

    Oversee timely grant application and report submissions according to funder requirements.

    Develop and update a list of prospects and renewal applications and deadlines, consistently prospecting for new funders to meet the organization's needs.

    Oversee grant tracking to track grant prospects, application awards and reporting deadlines. Update staff tracking and reporting tools to include any grant deliverables, metrics or outcomes, as appropriate.
    Oversee grant compliance and implementation, ensuring grant deliverables and requirements are understood and completed.

    Manage and update CWC's quarterly reporting template or other tracking tools and give feedback to staff on content to ensure high quality and effective reporting and evaluation.

    Participate in annual evaluation of program effectiveness to inform annual organizational program planning.
    Manage grant contracting and processing of any grant awards or sub-grant awards to partner organizations.

    General Duties
    Foster an environment that promotes trust and cooperation amongst CWC staff, community members, ally organizations and all other stakeholders.
    Actively participate in staff meetings; board and staff retreats; and program strategy meetings as appropriate
    Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

    Note:

    Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

    Required Qualifications

    5+ years successful fundraising track record, preferably in management positions
    3+ years experience in nonprofit leadership role
    Solid financial management and budget development experience
    Strong passion for and commitment to social and environmental justice
    Strong grant writing, reporting, and management skills
    Strong non-profit organizational management skills
    Strong interpersonal verbal communication and writing skills, with sensitivity to appropriate delivery depending on target and audience
    Experience working with low-income communities and/or communities of color
    Ability to work in teams, in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
    Excellent analytical skills, ability to quickly grasp and effectively communicate complex concepts
    Detail-oriented and results-driven, creative problem-solving skills
    Ability to manage staff, volunteers, and contractors
    Ability to accept praise and critical feedback, valuing self-improvement and seeking evaluation
    Proficient with basic computer skills including, at minimum: Microsoft Office and Google Apps
    Valid CA driver's license.

    Preferred Qualifications
    Fluent in Spanish (writing and speaking)
    Graduate degree
    Experience working in the Central Valley and/or Salinas Valley or familiarity with key environmental justice issues facing these regions
    Experience working in the water sector


    Starting date:
    Open until filled


    Salary:
    $115,000-$135,000 ; based on experience and qualifications.


    Benefits:


    We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes: medical, dental and vision insurance; retirement program contributions; generous vacation, family and sick leave and holiday policies; hybrid (remote and in-person) work policy; work from home reimbursements; flex-time; professional development opportunities and more.

    Community Water Center is a 501(c)(3) organization. As such employees may be able to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.


    To apply:


    Email your resume and cover letter to Christina Marquez at and note Fund Development Coordinator position - [your name] in the subject line.


    Vaccination Policy:


    To ensure the health and safety of staff, community partners, and other stakeholders we interact with, CWC requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, unless a medical or religious accommodation is approved before the first day of employment.

    As such, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination.

    Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen.


    Community Water Center is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified job applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy), mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship, military service status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

    To learn more about the Community Water Center and our programs, visit our website at

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