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Children’s Law Center

Director of Philanthropy Operations

LocationWashington, DC
SetupOn-site
LevelSenior
Posted3w ago
Development & Fundraising

Quick answer

Children’s Law Center is hiring a senior Director of Philanthropy Operations in Washington, DC, with a salary range of $80,000.00 - $110,000.00, to lead the operational infrastructure of the development program.

Role
Director of Philanthropy Operations
Organization
Children’s Law Center
Location
Washington, DC
Work setup
On-site
Level
Senior
Compensation
$80,000.00 - $110,000.00
Category
Development & Fundraising

The role

The Director of Philanthropy Operations leads the operational infrastructure that supports Children’s Law Center’s development program, including annual fund execution, event operations, development communications production, gift processing standards, data integrity and reporting.

What you'll do

  • Supervise the Manager of Philanthropy Operations, Development Associate and Development and Executive Support Specialist
  • Coordinate production and scheduling for development communications
  • Lead operational planning for new fundraising initiatives
  • Oversee DonorPerfect and integrated platforms
  • Set and maintain standards for gift processing, coding integrity and data quality
  • Own the Development Operations Playbook as a living institutional resource

What it takes

  • Seven or more years of progressive experience in nonprofit development operations, advancement services, or fundraising systems management
  • Experience working with a constituent relationship management database and maintaining accurate, timely records
  • Advanced proficiency with at least one fundraising CRM; DonorPerfect experience is preferred
  • Supervisory experience with demonstrated success developing, coaching and holding staff accountable
  • Experience in a nonprofit of comparable scale; legal services, advocacy or human services experience is a plus
  • Excellent organization, project management and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

What you'll bring

Experience managing annual fund logisticsmail or email productionand event operationsAdvanced proficiency with at least one fundraising CRMDonorPerfect experience is preferredSupervisory experience with demonstrated success developing

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Washington, DC.

What is the compensation range?

The compensation range is $80,000.00 - $110,000.00.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include seven or more years of experience in nonprofit development operations, advanced proficiency with fundraising CRMs, supervisory experience, and excellent project management skills.

How can I apply for this job?

You can apply for this job by clicking the 'APPLY NOW' button on the job posting.

Is the job remote?

The job is in-office.

How to apply

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