Director, Institutional Giving (Interim)
Leadership Conference Education Fund, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
DIRECTOR, INSTITUTIONAL GIVING (INTERIM)
About The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights:
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights , a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 240 national organizations that promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated federal strategy and action, including national lobbying and regulatory efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957.
To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit www.civilrights.org.
The Leadership Conference Education Fund , a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal civil rights policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund's campaigns empower people and advocates to push for progressive change in the US.
To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit www.leadershipconferenceedfund.org.
The Opportunity:
The Leadership Conference is seeking a Director, Institutional Giving (Interim), to join our Development Department. Reporting to the VP, Development, the ideal candidate will have experience developing and implementing a comprehensive institutional fundraising strategy to raise and steward approximately $20M annually across both organizations from foundations and corporate sources. The Interim Director will be equally motivated by strategic leadership, internal team supervision, and development operations as they are by cultivating relationships with funders. This position requires a knack for operating system development and implementation and the ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining a strategic perspective.
This position will have leadership responsibility for 3 direct report staff members and is not part of the collective bargaining unit.
Candidate Profile:
The Interim Director will lead the institutional giving portfolio across C3 and C4 organizations, including directly holding a small portfolio of high-value institutional donors and prospects. The Interim Director will provide strategic insight and structure to the institutional giving portfolio and collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive enhanced fundraising capabilities and enable donor engagements that align with The Leadership Conference's vision, mission, and values.
Operations and Fundraising Capabilities
Lead the institutional giving portfolio, including independently drafting proposals and reports with little to no oversight, improving tracking processes, and leading coordination with the finance department and gift/grant communications. Oversee institutional fundraising development operations and data, including reporting and tracking processes, coordination with the finance and digital departments, and gift/grant communications. Implement and oversee processes to maximize the use of Blackbaud Raisers Edge NXT (CRM solution) to coordinate and track donor engagement activities, gift documentation, and prospect information. Stewardship and Relationship Management
Steward a small portfolio of high-value foundation and corporate funders and lead their donor relations efforts. Strategize and implement opportunities to build and diversify the institutional donor base through mindful and proactive relationship cultivation, innovative engagement strategies, creative prospecting, and new fundraising capabilities. Represent the organization at select funder meetings, convenings, and sector events to build relationships and stay current with philanthropic trends in the civil rights and social justice space. Department & Team Leadership
Serve as a "deputy" to the department, providing coverage for the VP as needed and assisting with departmental oversight and administration. Serve as a strategic thought partner to the VP to strengthen development strategies, practices, and operations with an eye towards efficiency and impact. Supervise, guide, and coach staff members as they support and execute institutional giving strategies, programs, and operations. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Identify and facilitate opportunities for information sharing within the Development team and cross-functionally with peers on topics of shared interest and best practices. Perform other duties as necessary and related. In addition, strong candidates will offer:
A minimum of 5 years of institutional giving or development role, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding ambitious fundraising goals, is required, and experience in nonprofits is preferred. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience. Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will display deep experience in C3 and C4 grant writing and reporting. A knowledge of or a desire to learn about institutional funders in the civil rights space. Strong collaborative problem-solving skills in which you seek to understand and make smart decisions through effective communication and leading by example. Experience leading diverse teams with the ability to mentor, grow, and motivate staff to perform at their best. The ability to thrive in a dynamic environment-comfort pivoting to meet opportunities while paying attention to strategic priorities. Excellent project management skills and experience with client relationship management systems (e.g., Blackbaud Raisers Edge NXT). Understanding of nonprofit budgeting, accrual revenue recognition, and financial processes. Demonstrated support for the organizations' missions and organizational values. Experience integrating DEI principles and practices into team culture.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned. This posting is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. The Leadership Conference reserves the right to amend duties, responsibilities, and requirements as necessary to meet organizational needs.
Compensation & Benefits :
Our most valuable resource is the people who make up The Leadership Conference. Regardless of your position at The Leadership Conference, your efforts will impact meaningful work that positively affects individuals and communities nationwide.
The target salary range for this position is $123,571 - $159,852.
The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary. The Leadership Conference, in good faith, believes that at the time of this posting, it is willing to pay the advertised salary for the position. Exact compensation is commensurate with experience and reflects internal comparisons.
Salaries are just one component of The Leadership Conference's total compensation package. The Leadership Conference is committed to supporting our staff's physical, emotional, and financial well-being through a robust benefits package for you, eligible dependents, and domestic partners. It includes generous paid time off, including fifteen (15) federal holidays, as well as biweekly organization-specific holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and transit benefits. You'll also have access to professional development assistance and an Employee Assistance Program.
The Leadership Conference has formally recognized a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 2 - AFL-CIO. The Leadership Conference and the Union, guided by a CBA, work together in good faith and are motivated by a shared history and commitment to this organization.
In-Office Work Policy:
The Leadership Conference has implemented a hybrid In-Office Work Policy in three phases. As of September 1, 2025, the first phase requires staff members to work in person from the office at least 2 days per month. As of January 1, 2026, the second phase requires staff members to work in person from the office at least 1 day per week or 4 days per month. The final phase begins on April 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in person from the office at least 2 days per week or 8 days per month.
All positions are subject to the In-Office Work Policy summarized above. (A more detailed description of the policy - to include how in-office workdays are to be scheduled - is available upon request from People & Culture.)
Please note that staff members are exempt from working in person if they have received medical accommodation or if their position is designated as temporarily or permanently remote.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
The Leadership Conference is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race/ethnicity; color; religion; national origin; citizenship or immigration status, subject to the obligation to comply with any applicable requirements of federal immigration law; sex (including pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, false pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding, reproductive health decisions, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, intersex traits and other sex characteristics, and sex stereotypes); age; marital status; personal appearance (including size and weight); family responsibilities; political affiliation; disability; matriculation; genetic information; veteran status; credit information; housing status; socioeconomic status; source of income; criminal legal involvement, unless for a legitimate business reason that is permitted under applicable law; union membership or activities; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking; and any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
To apply, please visit our
Career Center
and submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters are required and should be attached.
About The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights:
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights , a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 240 national organizations that promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated federal strategy and action, including national lobbying and regulatory efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957.
To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit www.civilrights.org.
The Leadership Conference Education Fund , a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal civil rights policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund's campaigns empower people and advocates to push for progressive change in the US.
To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit www.leadershipconferenceedfund.org.
The Opportunity:
The Leadership Conference is seeking a Director, Institutional Giving (Interim), to join our Development Department. Reporting to the VP, Development, the ideal candidate will have experience developing and implementing a comprehensive institutional fundraising strategy to raise and steward approximately $20M annually across both organizations from foundations and corporate sources. The Interim Director will be equally motivated by strategic leadership, internal team supervision, and development operations as they are by cultivating relationships with funders. This position requires a knack for operating system development and implementation and the ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining a strategic perspective.
This position will have leadership responsibility for 3 direct report staff members and is not part of the collective bargaining unit.
Candidate Profile:
The Interim Director will lead the institutional giving portfolio across C3 and C4 organizations, including directly holding a small portfolio of high-value institutional donors and prospects. The Interim Director will provide strategic insight and structure to the institutional giving portfolio and collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive enhanced fundraising capabilities and enable donor engagements that align with The Leadership Conference's vision, mission, and values.
Operations and Fundraising Capabilities
Lead the institutional giving portfolio, including independently drafting proposals and reports with little to no oversight, improving tracking processes, and leading coordination with the finance department and gift/grant communications. Oversee institutional fundraising development operations and data, including reporting and tracking processes, coordination with the finance and digital departments, and gift/grant communications. Implement and oversee processes to maximize the use of Blackbaud Raisers Edge NXT (CRM solution) to coordinate and track donor engagement activities, gift documentation, and prospect information. Stewardship and Relationship Management
Steward a small portfolio of high-value foundation and corporate funders and lead their donor relations efforts. Strategize and implement opportunities to build and diversify the institutional donor base through mindful and proactive relationship cultivation, innovative engagement strategies, creative prospecting, and new fundraising capabilities. Represent the organization at select funder meetings, convenings, and sector events to build relationships and stay current with philanthropic trends in the civil rights and social justice space. Department & Team Leadership
Serve as a "deputy" to the department, providing coverage for the VP as needed and assisting with departmental oversight and administration. Serve as a strategic thought partner to the VP to strengthen development strategies, practices, and operations with an eye towards efficiency and impact. Supervise, guide, and coach staff members as they support and execute institutional giving strategies, programs, and operations. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Identify and facilitate opportunities for information sharing within the Development team and cross-functionally with peers on topics of shared interest and best practices. Perform other duties as necessary and related. In addition, strong candidates will offer:
A minimum of 5 years of institutional giving or development role, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding ambitious fundraising goals, is required, and experience in nonprofits is preferred. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience. Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will display deep experience in C3 and C4 grant writing and reporting. A knowledge of or a desire to learn about institutional funders in the civil rights space. Strong collaborative problem-solving skills in which you seek to understand and make smart decisions through effective communication and leading by example. Experience leading diverse teams with the ability to mentor, grow, and motivate staff to perform at their best. The ability to thrive in a dynamic environment-comfort pivoting to meet opportunities while paying attention to strategic priorities. Excellent project management skills and experience with client relationship management systems (e.g., Blackbaud Raisers Edge NXT). Understanding of nonprofit budgeting, accrual revenue recognition, and financial processes. Demonstrated support for the organizations' missions and organizational values. Experience integrating DEI principles and practices into team culture.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned. This posting is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. The Leadership Conference reserves the right to amend duties, responsibilities, and requirements as necessary to meet organizational needs.
Compensation & Benefits :
Our most valuable resource is the people who make up The Leadership Conference. Regardless of your position at The Leadership Conference, your efforts will impact meaningful work that positively affects individuals and communities nationwide.
The target salary range for this position is $123,571 - $159,852.
The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary. The Leadership Conference, in good faith, believes that at the time of this posting, it is willing to pay the advertised salary for the position. Exact compensation is commensurate with experience and reflects internal comparisons.
Salaries are just one component of The Leadership Conference's total compensation package. The Leadership Conference is committed to supporting our staff's physical, emotional, and financial well-being through a robust benefits package for you, eligible dependents, and domestic partners. It includes generous paid time off, including fifteen (15) federal holidays, as well as biweekly organization-specific holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and transit benefits. You'll also have access to professional development assistance and an Employee Assistance Program.
The Leadership Conference has formally recognized a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 2 - AFL-CIO. The Leadership Conference and the Union, guided by a CBA, work together in good faith and are motivated by a shared history and commitment to this organization.
In-Office Work Policy:
The Leadership Conference has implemented a hybrid In-Office Work Policy in three phases. As of September 1, 2025, the first phase requires staff members to work in person from the office at least 2 days per month. As of January 1, 2026, the second phase requires staff members to work in person from the office at least 1 day per week or 4 days per month. The final phase begins on April 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in person from the office at least 2 days per week or 8 days per month.
All positions are subject to the In-Office Work Policy summarized above. (A more detailed description of the policy - to include how in-office workdays are to be scheduled - is available upon request from People & Culture.)
Please note that staff members are exempt from working in person if they have received medical accommodation or if their position is designated as temporarily or permanently remote.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
The Leadership Conference is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race/ethnicity; color; religion; national origin; citizenship or immigration status, subject to the obligation to comply with any applicable requirements of federal immigration law; sex (including pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, false pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding, reproductive health decisions, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, intersex traits and other sex characteristics, and sex stereotypes); age; marital status; personal appearance (including size and weight); family responsibilities; political affiliation; disability; matriculation; genetic information; veteran status; credit information; housing status; socioeconomic status; source of income; criminal legal involvement, unless for a legitimate business reason that is permitted under applicable law; union membership or activities; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking; and any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
To apply, please visit our
Career Center
and submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters are required and should be attached.