Friends for Youth is seeking a Partnerships Director to oversee the partnerships and development team at Friends For Youth. Additionally, they will work closely with the Executive Director (ED) and Director of Operations (DO) on fundraising, interpersonal agency relationships within the community, and community partnerships related to programming. This position is a senior management position reporting to the ED.
In-person 3 days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays)
About Friends for Youth
Friends for Youth is a nationally recognized, award-winning direct-service agency with an over four decades history of measurable success matching youth with caring, adult mentors. Friends for Youth has worked to support children who would otherwise go unserved, with an emphasis on positive youth development, social-emotional health and wellness, prevention services, and critical skills for future self-sufficiency. They have helped over 2,000 youth reach their full potential.
Qualifications
BA/BS minimum; MSW/MFT or other master’s degree highly preferred
Minimum 5-10 years experience with demonstrated success managing nonprofit program models, managing existing partnerships with non-profit organizations and establishing new relationships with community based organizations; ideally within education, youth development, mental health fields.
Financially savvy; experienced in nonprofit financial reporting and administration; Quickbooks preferred
Grant administration and reporting experience a plus
High emotional intelligence
High proficiency with technology and data management; Salesforce CRM experience preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communication
Highly organized with exceptional attention to details
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, accountability, and a commitment to young people, families, equity, and Friends for Youth’s mission
Responsibilities
Partnerships (45%)
Identifying opportunities, submitting proposals, managing collaborative grants and partnership annual fund of $300k - $400k+
Manage annual strategic goals of the partnerships and then assure partners programs meet contractual objectives which would include continually identifying new potential partners, evaluating current partners, collective evaluations and reporting, fellowship and workforce development programs
Communications and public relations as key FFY spokesperson in the community, enhancing FFY and partnership visibility and credibility.
Manage Partnerships Team incl. Sr. Partnerships Coordinator to success in their role using performance evaluations and developing appropriate job description with agreed upon goals and responsibilities,
Maintain complete and accurate partnerships records including partnerships reconciliation and partnerships payments/invoices
Communicate with partners of the Whole Health for Youth Collaborative and other stakeholders to gain community support for the program and to solicit input to improve the program
Cultivate relationships with community groups, companies, schools, city government and local leaders to promote FFY programs
Development (30%)
In partnership with the ED, responsible for management, development and execution of fundraising strategy for institutional giving, individual giving, and recurring giving for $1.5 million+
Grow and manage development team including Development Coordinator/s to success in their role using performance evaluations and developing appropriate job description with agreed upon goals and responsibilities
Event coordination of Friends For Youth’s quarterly individual fundraising campaigns including Spring Gala, Annual Campaign, FFY Besties Recurring Giving Program
Responsible for Institutional giving, grant writing, reporting and grants research to identify new opportunities, and maintaining relationships with program officers and foundations.
Work closely with the Executive Director to present a strong, positive image of Friends for Youth as an agency as well as its programs, products, and services to relevant stakeholders.
Additional Responsibilities (15%)
Support 1-to-1 Mentoring and Group Mentoring programs with outreach, volunteer recruitment, group facilitation, events, and case management as needed/applicable.
Cultivate and maintain a positive staff culture environment by celebrating staff birthdays and arranging staff outings,
Assist in planning Friends For Youth’s annual staff retreat
Find, share and/or provide workshops and professional development opportunities to Friends For Youth’s team of staff.
Data (10%)
Manage Partnerships and Development Data on QuickBooks and Salesforce CRM
Ensure accurate and timely data input, systems management, reporting of partnerships and development data
Analyze data to identify trends and insights that can inform program and fundraising strategies in accordance with the strategic plan
Prepare and present data reports to the Executive Director and other stakeholders as needed
COmpensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $80K-$100K based on experience
Full-time Exempt Position (Hybrid)
100% medical premium coverage for you,
Life Insurance
A dental stipend
401 K retirement plan with 4% matching FFY contribution
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to Monica@friendsforyouth.org. Please include "Director of Partnerships Application" in the subject line. The deadline for applications is 05/20/2024
