TEMPORARY ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DONOR CARE

WHO WE ARE The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food. YOUR OPPORTUNITY As the Temporary Associate Director of Donor Care, you will play a pivotal role within the Development team, spearheading the stewardship of our generous donors—with a focus on supporting our giving societies—and ensuring that the structure and systems are in place for the Advancement & Donor Relations teams to thrive in their fundraising efforts for The Humane League. You will lead a dynamic team dedicated to nurturing our donors and ensuring their experiences with THL are exceptional, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Donor Care team, guiding strategic initiatives to enhance our giving societies, and collaborating closely with the Events and Engagement Lead to orchestrate impactful stewardship events. This position reports directly to the Associate Vice President of Donor Relations. This is a temporary, full-time, remote position. The temporary hire will provide coverage while a permanent staff member is on maternity leave, and overlap will be provided for training and onboarding. Employment is expected to be approximately eight months in duration, beginning on October 7, 2024. This position requires occasional domestic travel, equivalent to approximately 1-2 trips per year, some of which may be attended remotely, if preferred. We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization. This position is open until filled with preference given to candidates who apply by August 28, 2024. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English through the application submission; we do not accept applications through our careers email. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Management & Strategic Oversight Lead and empower a team of up to six Donor Care staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusion while encouraging professional development through mentorship and support. Collaborate with the Associate Vice President of Donor Relations and Events & Engagement Lead to identify and develop strategic priorities and projects that enhance THL’s giving societies. Direct the day-to-day Development operations to ensure that THL’s donors and fundraising partners have a positive experience with THL. Support and advise the Events & Engagement Lead with all stewardship and fundraising events for donors. Work with the Donor Relations Specialist to enhance The Heart Beat monthly giving program and the Impact Squad peer-to-peer fundraising program. Manage all budgetary items related to donor stewardship to ensure optimal allocation of resources. Donor Stewardship & Engagement Direct the development of donor communications and engagement opportunities in collaboration with the Events & Engagement Lead and other staff. Ensure timely and professional responses to all donor inquiries. Manage giving society benefits for the Mended Heart Society, Legacy Society, and The Heart Beat. Work with the Director of Annual Giving and Communications team to advise on mass non-fundraising communications to giving society members. Development Operations Collaborate closely with the Development Operations Specialist and IT team to ensure donor data integrity and efficient systems are maintained. Work with the Associate Vice President of Donor Relations and Development Coordinator to ensure that all third-party donation platforms maintain current information and branding. Conduct donor research to identify prospects for recommended assignment to a mid-level or major gift portfolio. Develop and support reporting and analytic needs for the Development team. Oversee vendor relationships involved in executing Development operations and donor stewardship projects. Stay current with THL’s Customer Relationship Management software to ensure timely documentation. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedure documents for the Development team. Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS Minimum of 5 years of directly applicable professional experience, preferably in donor stewardship. 2 years of experience in managing staff and leading a team. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop initiatives that align with organizational goals. Proven ability to identify challenges and implement creative solutions. Ability to analyze donor data and oversee analytic needs for the Development team. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Effective organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail. Self-starter with a proactive mindset. Outstanding interpersonal skills with a high level of emotional intelligence. Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic work environment. Outstanding collaborative spirit with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows: First Interview (via video call) Final Interview (via video call) Reference Check Each stage is expected to last a week or two on average. Compensation and Benefits The annual compensation range for this role is $88,597 - $108,285 USD. Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League! Equal Employment Opportunity The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. AI Policy We value original work and thought in the application process; please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. #J-18808-Ljbffr