As the region's leading provider of consulting services for nonprofit organizations, the mission of Ashley|Rountree and Associates is to assist nonprofit organizations in growing philanthropy and achieving self-sustainability to help the communities we serve become better places for all who live and work in them. The work we do is instilled in our values: collaboration, sustainable growth, allyship, impact and ethical practices.
The firm is currently comprised of a leadership team of 13 and 29 consultants/contractors. Ashley|Rountree continues to grow and diversify its offerings to the nonprofit community locally, regionally, and nationally. The company has five divisions each with its own Vice President and many consultants who have direct nonprofit expertise: Capital Campaigns, Fundraising Solutions/Grants, Strategic Planning/Partnerships and Collaborations, Talent & Leadership, and Marketing & Communications. There is also a VP for Lexington & Central Kentucky Market.
We are currently seeking a part-time Associate Vice President (AVP) of Fundraising Solutions & Grants who will provide vision and dynamic leadership to carry out the mission of Ashley|Rountree and help lead the division and its team.
THE OPPORTUNITY
For more than two decades, Ashley|Rountree has built its business around fund development and campaign planning, both areas that are foundational to our burgeoning business. In recent years, Ashley|Rountree expanded into other areas of nonprofit expertise, broadening our scope of business. Still, the root of a nonprofit lies in the strengths of its development process and that remains the heart of our business.
The AVP of Fundraising Solutions & Grants will help lead consulting projects that assist clients with their needs in comprehensive Fund Development Plans, Governance, Database Management, Special Events, Grant Research/Writing, and Administration. The AVP, along with the Vice President (VP) of Fundraising Solutions, and our team of consultants advise nonprofit staff and board leaders in the evaluation, planning, and execution of efforts to improve net fundraising results for our nonprofit clients. Areas of focus in the Fundraising Solutions/Grants Division will include offering client counsel in: Annual Giving, Major Gifts, Planned Giving, Sponsorships, Staffing, Volunteers, Database, Gift Accounting, Governance, Grant Research and Federal and Private Foundation Grant Writing and Administration.
Ashley|Rountree has a culture of collaboration and coordination. There may be occasions in which the AVP will work with other divisions to deliver proposals or consult on cross-divisional projects.
Division of time between consulting and management is currently estimated at 60/40. This part-time position is for twenty (20) hours per week.
The Associate Vice President must take initiative and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. The Associate Vice President will manage a portfolio of clients and provide direct client consultation. This role will help lead the division team by assisting with sales lead calls, writing sales lead proposals, closing new business, assigning consultants to projects, overseeing quality control of client work, and communicating with the division team on a timely basis. This role reports directly to the Vice President, Fundraising Solutions.
Responsibilities
Work directly with the Vice President to oversee, manage, and execute a broad portfolio of Fundraising Solutions Consulting projects, including but not limited to Annual Fund, Major Giving, Planned Giving, Events, and Board Development.
Will help lead special projects, including the Fundraising School with CNPE, AI, data analytics, and online fundraising integration.
Assists with background information for proposals and helps create and edit client sales proposals.
Helps with the identification of contractors for proposals.
In conjunction with the VP, manages any client or contractor needs.
Serves as a consultant to an agreed-upon number of clients.
Document work with clients in appropriate software and maintain records of time spent with clients and on projects in Ashley | Rountree's time management system.
Advises VP on contractor effectiveness and updates on projects.
Respond promptly to internal team members' and external client partners' requests.
Oversees creating and maintaining all best practice documents related to the division.
Will exhibit, teach, and lead with best fundraising practices for the contractor team and our clients.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills And Abilities
Bachelor's Degree or higher
At least 5 years of experience in the nonprofit sector and at least 3 years working directly in fundraising
Prior consulting experience is a plus
Strong understanding of nonprofit organizational culture and industry best practices
Discrete, compassionate counsel to staff, volunteers, and funders who earn trust and confidence
Confident, proactive, and organized writer and planner who enjoys creating and presenting written plans
A zeal for creative and timely problem-solving
Thoughtful, active listener who seeks to understand before acting and seeks to provide practical, relevant solutions to the problems presented by our clients
Self-guided, independent worker who can intuit what colleagues and clients need to be successful
Demonstrated experience and understanding as a volunteer for a nonprofit
Timeliness and adherence to deadlines
Excellent interpersonal relationship skills, such as
Verbal communication
Empathy
Negotiation skills
Decision-making and problem-solving
Conflict resolution
Assertiveness
Positive attitude
Team-Builder
Ability to work some nights and weekends and to travel regionally, as needed
Compensation And Benefits
Ashley|Rountree and Associates offers a competitive salary of $42,000-$46,000, commensurate with experience as well as a possible bonus structure. Ashley|Rountree is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.
CONTACT
To apply for this position please submit a cover letter, resume and three references. All three items must be received in order for the application to be complete. All inquiries are confidential.
Salary: $42000 - $46000 per year
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Fundraising
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