Description

The Mission Investment Manager, in partnership with members of the Mission Investment & Communications team, will manage individual donor cultivation, special events fundraising, and donor engagement for Piedmont Housing Alliance in order to steward and expand the organization’s donor base. The Mission Investment Manager reports to the Director of Mission Investment & Communications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement a comprehensive fundraising plan aligned with the organization’s strategic goals, including:
• Execute a targeted strategy for cultivating relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Support efforts to increase monthly donor acquisition and retention.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit new prospects with interests aligned with Piedmont Housing Alliance’s mission.
• Represent Piedmont Housing Alliance at events and community outreach initiatives to promote awareness of the organization and its mission.
• Spearhead a robust donor stewardship program to ensure a positive giving experience and retain and cultivate individual donors and private foundations. Includes planning and execution of stewardship events such as groundbreakings, ribbon-cuttings, and hardhat tours.
• Lead the planning, development, and execution of annual fundraising events and campaigns, collaborating with other departments as needed, including:
• Design and execute at least two annual fundraising campaigns intended to garner financial support and raise the organization’s profile.
• Work with the Communications Manager to develop messaging and strategies that support fundraising events.
• Cultivate relationships with existing and potential vendors for in-kind discounts and contributions.
• Manage fundraising data analysis and strategy, including:
• Manage the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to accurately track individual, foundation, and corporate donors.
• Track and analyze fundraising data to measure progress, assess trends, and explore opportunities for grant applications, identify areas for improvement, and assess return on investment for campaigns.
• Manage a fundraising calendar to maximize impact and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support the Executive Director and Director of Mission Investment & Communications in preparing for Board meetings, including organizing the agenda and accompanying documents, taking meeting minutes, and managing communications with Board committees.
• Work collaboratively across the organization to develop case statements and other fundraising materials.
• Strengthen organizational culture by engaging in full staff activities, contributing to a culture of openness and respect, and actively identifying, evaluating, and dismantling the beliefs and structures that perpetuate racial inequities.
• Participate in and contribute to staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
This role requires an organized, high-energy individual who takes initiative and welcomes a challenge. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and accurate, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a passion for the nonprofit sector and affordable housing.
• Must be an exceptionally strong communicator—persuasive, clear, and efficient— both within the organization and with external stakeholders and supporters.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and communicate effectively with donors, Board members, and colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving skills: ability to think quickly, critically and strategically.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines, with the ability to focus simultaneously on both big-picture strategy and hands-on implementation.
• Motivated to work in a results-oriented, industry-leading environment with high expectations for quality and speed of work.
• Ability to meaningfully engage with issues of racial equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, be self-directed, and take initiative.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and human relation skills that positively benefit interactions with co-workers, internal and external clientele.
• Effective comprehension skills, with the ability to understand information and ideas presented through written and verbal communication with individuals at all levels.
• Positive attitude, trustworthiness, personal integrity, and honesty.
• Ability to work autonomously and understand when a superior needs to be involved in decisions.
• Experience working in diverse communities with a clear understanding of multi- cultural contexts and racial equity practices.

QUALIFICATIONS
While this position manages several vital areas of our work, it is not our expectation that candidates have a mastery across all areas; instead, we encourage candidates to apply who have self-awareness and humility around areas they will need to grow in and the motivation and aptitude to lead the learning required to hit the ground running.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in fundraising or client services, with a proven track record of success fundraising and event management preferred.
• Proficiency in fundraising software (e.g., Raiser’s Edge) preferred.
• Event planning and management experience a plus.
• Experience with Google Analytics, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite, Canva, WordPress, and Microsoft Suite.
• Must be abreast of emerging technologies, fundraising best practices, and trends in the development arena.
• Must own or consistently have a vehicle available for use for local and out of area travel as needed.

Job Duties

Implement a comprehensive fundraising plan aligned with the organization’s strategic goals, including:
• Execute a targeted strategy for cultivating relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Support efforts to increase monthly donor acquisition and retention.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit new prospects with interests aligned with Piedmont Housing Alliance’s mission.
• Represent Piedmont Housing Alliance at events and community outreach initiatives to promote awareness of the organization and its mission.
• Spearhead a robust donor stewardship program to ensure a positive giving experience and retain and cultivate individual donors and private foundations. Includes planning and execution of stewardship events such as groundbreakings, ribbon-cuttings, and hardhat tours.
• Lead the planning, development, and execution of annual fundraising events and campaigns, collaborating with other departments as needed, including:
• Design and execute at least two annual fundraising campaigns intended to garner financial support and raise the organization’s profile.
• Work with the Communications Manager to develop messaging and strategies that support fundraising events.
• Cultivate relationships with existing and potential vendors for in-kind discounts and contributions.
• Manage fundraising data analysis and strategy, including:
• Manage the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to accurately track individual, foundation, and corporate donors.
• Track and analyze fundraising data to measure progress, assess trends, and explore opportunities for grant applications, identify areas for improvement, and assess return on investment for campaigns.
• Manage a fundraising calendar to maximize impact and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support the Executive Director and Director of Mission Investment & Communications in preparing for Board meetings, including organizing the agenda and accompanying documents, taking meeting minutes, and managing communications with Board committees.
• Work collaboratively across the organization to develop case statements and other fundraising materials.
• Strengthen organizational culture by engaging in full staff activities, contributing to a culture of openness and respect, and actively identifying, evaluating, and dismantling the beliefs and structures that perpetuate racial inequities.
• Participate in and contribute to staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills Required

This role requires an organized, high-energy individual who takes initiative and welcomes a challenge. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and accurate, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a passion for the nonprofit sector and affordable housing.
• Must be an exceptionally strong communicator—persuasive, clear, and efficient— both within the organization and with external stakeholders and supporters.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and communicate effectively with donors, Board members, and colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving skills: ability to think quickly, critically and strategically.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines, with the ability to focus simultaneously on both big-picture strategy and hands-on implementation.
• Motivated to work in a results-oriented, industry-leading environment with high expectations for quality and speed of work.
• Ability to meaningfully engage with issues of racial equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, be self-directed, and take initiative.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and human relation skills that positively benefit interactions with co-workers, internal and external clientele.
• Effective comprehension skills, with the ability to understand information and ideas presented through written and verbal communication with individuals at all levels.
• Positive attitude, trustworthiness, personal integrity, and honesty.
• Ability to work autonomously and understand when a superior needs to be involved in decisions.
• Experience working in diverse communities with a clear understanding of multi- cultural contexts and racial equity practices.

Additional Info

For more information, please visit https://piedmonthousingalliance.org/or email HR at HR@piedmonthousing.org

To apply please visit: Mission Investment Manager or email your resume to HR at HR@piedmonthousing.org