BENEFITS OF BEING A YWCA SPOKANE TEAM MEMBER –
Compensation for this role:
Pay Range: $98,454.40 – $147,681.00 annually, dependent on experience.
Work Status: Full-time, salary, exempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
The YWCA Spokane offers a competitive benefits* package including;
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (accessible at time of hire)
- Employer funded retirement plan & 401K options
- Ongoing training and development
- 50% off YMCA Membership
- Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Account Options
*Benefit eligibility dependent upon employment status.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR –
YWCA Spokane is looking to hire a Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) to lead our strategic philanthropy efforts and advance our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. As a key member of our leadership team, the CPO will oversee major gifts, endowment growth, and a capital campaign for a new safe shelter, while fostering a culture of giving across the organization. This inspiring leader will cultivate donor relationships, manage a high-performing philanthropy team, and collaborate with the CEO, Board, and senior leadership to drive impactful fundraising initiatives.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING –
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the position include but are not limited to the following:
Strategic Leadership
- Leading the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies, including endowment growth, major gifts, foundation partnerships, and capital campaigns.
- Leading a new capital campaign for a safe shelter, overseeing all phases from feasibility to donor engagement.
- Fostering a culture of philanthropy across the organization, ensuring that its principles are integrated into all aspects of YWCA Spokane.
- Ensuring the effective management of gift services, including stewardship, prospect research, grant writing, and data management.
Fundraising and Development
- Establishing and growing a robust major gifts program to diversify revenue streams and support organizational sustainability.
- Managing a personal portfolio of major gift donors, focusing on identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Expanding the organization’s endowment fund through strategic initiatives and donor engagement.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with foundations, ensuring effective grant writing and compliance.
- Overseeing the planning and execution of special events and fundraising activities that align with YWCA Spokane’s mission.
- Translating YWCA Spokane’s mission into effective fundraising initiatives that secure financial support.
Collaboration and Team Building
- Inspiring and leading a mission-driven philanthropy team, promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Providing training and development to the philanthropy team that prioritizes a relationship-based approach to fundraising.
- Working collaboratively with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership to align fundraising efforts with YWCA Spokane’s strategic goals.
- Engaging staff at all levels in fundraising efforts, ensuring they understand their role in the culture of philanthropy.
Communication and Outreach
- Overseeing the development of compelling fundraising materials, proposals, and reports that effectively communicate the organization’s mission and impact.
- Representing YWCA Spokane at community events, conferences, and meetings to enhance visibility and build networks.
- Utilizing data-driven strategies to evaluate and refine fundraising efforts, ensuring effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals.
