Head of Advancement II at Pillsbury United Communities

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Sep, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

13 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising Strategy, Donor Stewardship, Grant Writing, Marketing & Communications, Advocacy, Financial Acumen, Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Public Relations, Budget Management, Team Leadership, Community Mobilization, Prospect Research, Brand Positioning, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW We are community builders co-creating enduring change toward a just society where every person has personal, social, and economic power. Our united system of programs, neighborhood centers, social enterprises, and partnerships connects individuals and their families across the region. POSITION OVERVIEW The Head of Advancement leads the vision, strategy, and execution of a comprehensive, organization-wide fundraising program that fuels mission impact and long-term sustainability. This role is responsible for designing and implementing a robust, diversified fundraising strategy that grows and aligns institutional, individual, corporate, and public funding streams. Additionally, this role is responsible for leading marketing, communications, branding, and advocacy. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Head of Advancement brings a strong network of relationships and leverages those connections to unlock new opportunities, deepen partnerships, and expand the organization’s visibility and influence. This leader operates with a collaborative, enterprise mindset—working across departments to align fundraising with programmatic priorities, organizational strategy, and community impact. The Head of Advancement will evolve development strategy and philanthropic culture across the organization, positioning fundraising as a shared responsibility and building the internal capacity, systems, and storytelling needed to support development, brand advancement and policy/advocacy. This role also contributes to organizational strategy, risk assessment, data evaluation, and long-term planning across an $11M operating budget and a team of nearly 100 staff. Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Strategy and Thought Leadership * Develop and lead a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising strategy that drives sustainable and diversified revenue growth * Lead and oversee advocacy and community mobilization strategies and efforts that promote, protect and galvanize our community into action around key policy issues * Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, including national philanthropy, corporate partnerships, family foundations, and governmental funding streams * Leverage and expand a strong personal and organizational network of relationships to unlock new investments and partnerships * Position the organization as a leader in reimagining how capital flows, advancing equity-centered and community-driven philanthropy * Develop a deep knowledge of regional and local nuances, trends, and strategies that drive engagement of community in championing key policy matters * Analyze trends in the philanthropic and funding landscape to inform strategy and decision-making * Support the cultivation of the PUC brand by leading Marketing & Communications to strengthen storytelling, brand positioning, and donor engagement * Serve as a collaborative leader across the organization, aligning advancement strategies with program, finance, and communications priorities * Lead and leverage data collection and utilization efforts to tell individual and aggregate stories of impact Operations and Outcomes * Lead execution of ambitious annual and multi-year revenue goals ($10M+ annually) * Lead research and prospecting of institutional giving, government grants, and individual donors * Identify and prioritize key audiences, develop narrative campaigns and messages, and implement targeted communications and outreach strategies * Oversee and support all aspects of development operations, including prospecting, grant writing, reporting, and donor stewardship * Guide and support capital campaigns and special fundraising initiatives in collaboration with agency leadership * Ensure systems, tools, and processes effectively support relationship management and fundraising performance * Analyze data and trends internally and externally to support strategic investments and policy initiatives * Grow unrestricted and flexible funding year-over-year * Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective funders across multiple sectors * Maintain or increase donor retention rates across institutional and individual portfolios * Deepen engagement with top-tier donors through consistent stewardship and relationship-building * Assess, create, and bring fidelity to processes and systems to drive sustainability and support results * Drive creative and impactful data communications, including visualizations to support key policy advocacy and fundraising People and Community Development * Expand presence and influence of PUC within local, regional, and national philanthropic networks * Build and sustain authentic, trust-based relationships with community members, partners, and aligned organizations * Ensure fundraising strategies and donor engagements are informed by and responsive to community and organizational priorities * Strengthen internal capacity for fundraising through training, tools, and cross-functional collaboration * Foster a team culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning * Oversee communications department to build, influence, engage, and amplify key programs, increasing brand awareness and influence * Supervise and support policy, marketing, communication, data/evaluation and development teams, providing oversight to their work, cultivating their professional growth, and ensuring their effective operation and performance * Lead and motivate direct reports and departments establishing clear goals and outcomes for success * Cultivate and sustain a culture of shared ownership for fundraising, brand advancement, and advocacy across departments and teams Financial Management * Monitor and analyze revenue performance against goals, adjusting strategies as needed * Partner with Finance to align revenue projections, budgeting, and long-term financial planning * Monitor cash flow implications of fundraising timing, including grant cycles, reimbursements, and multi-year commitments * Identify risks and opportunities within the funding landscape and proactively respond * Identify new revenue opportunities and increase conversion rates from prospect to secured funding * Maintain accurate and strategic use of donor management systems and reporting * Provide regular, clear reporting to Executive Leadership and the Board on fundraising performance, projections, and risks * Ensure strong stewardship and compliance for all funds, including government grants and restricted funding Required Skills/Experience * Demonstrated success designing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies with measurable growth * Strong existing network of philanthropic, corporate, and/or public sector relationships (locally and/or nationally) * Experience leading through collaboration and influence in complex, multi-stakeholder environments * Ability to translate organizational vision into compelling cases for support and strategic partnerships * Proven track record and comfort enfranchising and engaging a diverse set of stakeholders. * Able to build positive, nonjudgmental relationships with community * Working knowledge of donor management tools and processes * Strong technical and creative writing skills * Knowledge or familiarity with the local philanthropic community * Understanding of appropriate personal boundaries and professional ethics * Self-motivating with excellent time management and accountability skills Desired Attributes * Passion for what’s possible * Clear sense of personal purpose * Commitment to social justice with an equity-driven approach * Creative problem-solver that is adaptive and responsive * Skilled communicator, motivator and compelling storyteller * Relationship centered * Robust financial acumen * Results oriented and ambitious * Commitment to dismantling oppressive systems including but not limited to racism, sexism, homophobia, ableism, and colonialism Benefits Benefits are offered to all regular employees who work at least 20 hours a week. Our benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision coverage, employer paid short term and long term disability, employer paid life insurance, health saving account (HSA) option, flexible spending account (FSA) option, retirement plan option with an employer match, paid time off and floating holidays, and numerous paid holidays. A Note to Potential Candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, People Of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. Affirmative Action/EEO statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Pillsbury United Communities is intentional about its responsibility of maintaining an equitable environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We hire, support, and promote talented individuals using a process that is fair and equitable to all that apply. We believe differences such as age, race, culture, ability, and sexual orientation are valuable and an asset to our organization, and employees are protected from reprisal. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

Responsibilities

Lead the vision and execution of a comprehensive fundraising program to ensure long-term sustainability and mission impact. Oversee marketing, communications, branding, and advocacy efforts while managing an $11M operating budget and a diverse team.