Director of Philanthropic Organizing

Job Description: • Lead the vision, strategy, and execution of ABFE’s national funder organizing work across multiple funder networks and fellowships • Provide strategic oversight and direction for the Black Communities Funders Network, Corporate Community of Practice, Umoja Circle, and Connecting Leaders Fellowship • Apply RPBC and READI tools to network design, facilitation, curriculum development, and outcomes measurement • Identify emerging opportunities for new funder organizing networks and communities of practice aligned with ABFE’s movement campaign goals • Build and steward high-impact partnerships with philanthropic institutions, donors, movement organizations, and aligned intermediaries • Collaborate with the Director of Membership to identify, engage, and solicit priority constituencies for ABFE membership growth • Represent ABFE in national philanthropic and movement spaces as a thought partner and field leader • Serve as a lead facilitator for select networks and convenings, modeling strong racial equity, reparative philanthropy, and adult learning practices • Oversee the design and management of network curricula, learning journeys, convenings, and peer-learning experiences Requirements: • 5+ years of relevant experience in a related field • A deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape (national, regional, and local) • Ability to travel to conduct and attend workshops, events/conferences, speaking engagements and in-person staff meetings, as needed • Demonstrated experience in developing and supporting philanthropic capacity building, training, and organizing models in the social sector • Strong facilitation experience with experience understanding and teaching racial equity concepts and practices • Solid working knowledge of philanthropy, philanthropic practices, and nonprofit structures • Solid written, interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to a high level of customer service • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines with multi high-stake initiatives demonstrating a flexible approach to teamwork and effective project management skills • Proficient in computer and web-based technology skills, including data management (Salesforce), word processing, Excel and Asana • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail • Travel is required Benefits: • Professional development and technical assistance resources for members • Opportunities for networking and collaboration • Advocacy for responsive and transformative investments in Black communities