Top Foundation Executive develops and leads the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Sets the overall goals for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Top Foundation Executive represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Top Foundation Executive oversees the budget, distribution of foundation funds, and investment strategies to ensure the financial sustainability required to fulfill the foundation's mission. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to board of directors or trustees. The Top Foundation Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Top Foundation Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Denver Foundation is looking for a community-focused executive assistant who centers on mission-based work and that will support the foundation’s vision, mission, and purpose. Our Executive Assistant provides support to the Chief Impact Officer (CIO) and three Impact Senior Directors, helping to promote their effectiveness and to ensure the efficient use of their time.
The Executive Assistant reports to the Chief Impact Officer and supports several of the foundation’s committees, including the Advisory Committee for Community Impact (ACCI), Impact Committee, Professional Advisor Committee, and Impact Investing Committee.
This is a full-time position in Denver, Colorado. We work on a hybrid schedule of at least two days in the office (Monday and Thursday required). The starting compensation range for this position is $24.52 to $27.88 per hour. This position is hourly, non-exempt, and eligible for all of the foundation’s benefits. Benefits include paid time off, retirement (403b) contribution, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, an RTD EcoPass, and professional development. The starting salary will be based on experience.
For nearly 100 years, people in Metro Denver and across Colorado have trusted The Denver Foundation to steward charitable funds to meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s opportunities. In partnership with generous donors and community partners, we lead a community-wide effort to build a better future for everyone. The foundation's vision is a Metro Denver that is racially equitable in its leadership, prosperity, and culture, and we are a catalytic leader that engages in critical issues and accelerates systems change. To achieve this, all staff must intentionally apply Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to their practice. The ideal candidates for this position are committed to racial equity.
The Executive Assistant will provide administrative support, including scheduling appointments and meetings and event support, for our CIO, Impact Senior Directors, and several of the foundation’s committees. The Executive Assistant will also compile, transcribe, and distribute minutes of committee meetings and prepare and process invoices, grants, contracts, and other documents for the CIO and Impact Senior Directors.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in the following key areas:
Candidates must possess the following:
A full job description and application link are available on our careers page at http://www.denverfoundation.org/About/Careers. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The Denver Foundation practices and champions inclusiveness in our community. We honor all community members' diverse strengths, needs, voices, and backgrounds. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.