President; FFLI

Funders for LGBTQ Issues works to increase the scale and impact of philanthropic resources aimed at enhancing the well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities, promoting equity, and advancing racial, economic and gender justice.

Entering the second year of our  strategic plan, our primary strategies focus on transforming the culture of philanthropy by advancing change at the sector, institutional and individual levels. We seek to:

• Transform the philanthropic sector to better understand, support, and improve the lives of diverse LGBTQ communities and movements;
• Catalyze institutional change within individual foundations to advance internal policies and practices, as well as grantmaking strategies, to more effectively support LGBTQ communities and advance social justice; and
• Empower LGBTQ leadership in philanthropy by cultivating a village of LGBTQ-identifying people and allies as champions of LGBTQ inclusion, and racial, gender, and economic justice.

Founded in 1982, Funders for LGBTQ Issues has experienced an exciting period of growth and impact over the last several years. The organization has a $2.5 million annual budget, 11 talented staff members, and an active national board of directors that includes 13 people with extensive roots in advocacy and social justice philanthropy.

The organization is seeking a visionary and inclusive leader who will bring radical, yet pragmatic leadership to the next chapter of our work in LGBTQ philanthropy. The new President will be adept at balancing vision, strategy, and implementation and will have the enthusiasm to lead across programs, operations, and fundraising in collaboration with a committed and engaged staff and board. The President will be a values-driven leader with a commitment to advancing LGBTQ rights and racial, economic, and gender justice in the philanthropic sector.

They will have the experience, ability and optimism to develop and implement a vision for change in the philanthropic sector. They will be an encouraging and collaborative manager who inspires and leads internally and externally to build collective investment in our mission and impact.

The President will bring leadership experience to carry, or be poised to grow into, the following key responsibilities.

• Provide strategic direction working closely with the staff and board to implement the goals outlined in the strategic plan, assess progress, and build towards future goals
• Maintain an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative culture that draws in, retains, and inspires a diverse staff, including direct supervision of three vice presidents.
• Provide strong leadership, partnership, and communication, in partnership with the Board Chair, to ensure the board and its committees are effectively engaged to advance the organization’s mission.
• Develop and lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy, in collaboration with the Vice President of Engagement & Philanthropic Outreach, that ensures the strong financial health of the organization by effectively engaging grantmakers and institutional and individual members.
• Develop the annual budget and lead financial oversight in collaboration with the VP of Finance & Administration and Treasurer, including regular updates to the board.
• Serve as a spokesperson for the organization, in tandem with the Vice President of Research & Communications, including representing the organization at meetings, events, and conferences across the country.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with our members, funders, movement leaders, and peer philanthropic-serving organizations, including playing a leadership role in CHANGE Philanthropy, the coalition of philanthropic networks working to ignite social change in the sector.
• Serve as a key leader, advocate, and organizer for advancing LGBTQ inclusion and social justice in philanthropy, including facilitating trainings for foundations, coaching members and partners, and mobilizing the sector in response to major crises, challenges, and opportunities.

While we understand that no candidate will embody every skill or quality, the successful candidate will demonstrate many of the qualifications and attributes listed below.

• Experience developing and implementing a strategic vision for forward-looking social justice work.
• Deep involvement in social justice issues that demonstrates a strong understanding of the current priorities and dynamics in LGBTQ movements and a commitment to racial, economic, and gender justice.
• Strong familiarity and connections within the social justice philanthropy sector and a vision for how to create change in philanthropy.
• Acumen and enthusiasm for fundraising that is evidenced by prior development experience or transferable skills combined with the willingness to learn.
• Effective networking and authentic communication skills that can galvanize funders and diverse partners in the LGBTQ rights movement.
• Experience with nonprofit budgeting,…