OUR MISSION | REMARKABLE IMPACT

Remarkable impact is the heart of Foundation For The Carolinas’ mission, and the driving force behind our mission is the collective impact of thousands of nonprofits, families, companies, and organizations who partner with us to amplify the power of giving.

HOW YOU’LL ADVANCE OUR MISSION | POSITION OVERVIEW

The Assistant Vice President, (AVP), Nonprofit Services, works to grow, steward, and retain the assets of Foundation For The Carolinas’ (FFTC) Center for Nonprofit Sustainability and is responsible for managing assigned strategic projects related to the Philanthropic Advancement Team (PA Team). The AVP plays a key role as the dedicated relationship manager for an assigned portfolio of nonprofits, providing day-to-day administrative support and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of information to fundholders. In addition to direct relationship management, the AVP is responsible for overseeing project workflows, implementing tools and processes that improve operational efficiency, and collaborating across departments to maintain high standards of service delivery. This role may also support activities related to prospect development and nonprofit capacity-building programs and events. Like all members of the PA Team, this position will serve on and coordinate others serving on cross-functional FFTC project teams working on initiatives impacting the Centers for Giving and FFTC at large.

YOUR UNIQUE IMPACT | ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Relationship Management

Serve as the dedicated relationship manager for a significant portfolio of nonprofit fund relationships to provide exceptional customer service and day-to-day support, stewardship, and philanthropic counsel
Ensure data integrity and internal tracking of interactions with nonprofits
Coordinate with investment staff to provide fundholders with timely updates and presentations
Identify and pursue cross-collaboration opportunities to deepen and expand fundholder relationships
Deliver relationship management, grantmaking, and board support services for assigned custom clients, including preparation of board meeting materials and financial and other reports
Support the Vice President, Nonprofit Services, in preparing for and implementing capacity-building programs and prospect development initiatives
Serve as an accessible initial contact for charitable groups and organizations throughout the region, providing guidance and resources to engage with FFTC’s nonprofit services

Business Development

Maintain in-depth knowledge of FFTC products and services to speak to existing and prospective fundholders about working with FFTC, including fund types, investment options, acceptance of complex assets, etc.
Participation in Request for Proposals preparation and presentations
Plan, track and report on activities with prospective fundholders using database system
Identify and attend events throughout the region to represent FFTC, build relationships within the charitable community and generate new prospective nonprofit fundholders

Operations and Project Management

Manage and track ongoing projects, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables align with FFTC standards
Develop and maintain operational tools, templates, and workflows to standardize and streamline processes across the Center for Nonprofit Sustainability
Represent the PA Team in serving cross-functional FFTC project teams on initiatives impacting the Centers for Giving (like investments, database management, financial systems, technology, stewardship practices, and client reporting)
Act as a liaison between the PA Team and other FFTC departments to address operational challenges and enhance fundholder engagement and satisfaction
Serve as a project manager for the PA Team for assigned projects, leveraging research, analytical, and technical skills to help identify opportunities, quantify issues, and work towards creative solutions
Monitor key performance metrics and provide regular reports to the PA Team and leadership

Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED FOR SUCCESS: QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree preferred
At least 3-5 years of experience, preferably in fundraising or relationship management
Previous communications, development, or marketing experience in a corporate or nonprofit setting
Excellent computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy while receiving input from multiple team members
Ability to be flexible in a work environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Deep personal commitment to serving the community

Preferred:

Knowledge of the region’s nonprofit landscape
Project management experience
Previous experience with Blackbaud software
Initiator who is detail-oriented and a self-starter, delivers superior customer service

Key Competencies:

Building Team Environment
Relationship Building/Networking
Presentation Skills
Fund Management
Product Knowledge
Writing Skills
Presentation Skills

Salary Description

$65,000+ /year depending on experience

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