DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY

Background:

Farmed Animal Funders (FAF) seeks an entrepreneurial leader as the Director of Philanthropy to lead FAF’s strategy to significantly grow the number of philanthropists giving to charities working to end factory farming and to build a more humane and sustainable food system globally. As the leader of a strategy within an ambitious and ideologically diverse funder network, this position will enjoy remote work, the opportunity to shape the strategy, meaningful funder relationships, and a fast-paced work environment with outsized possibilities for impact. This position is unique in scope, the focus is on bringing new funders into the movement overall, not fundraising for one organization. 

Farmed Animal Funders (FAF) was founded in 2017 by a tight-knit group of foundations and high-net-worth individuals with the belief that we can end factory farming and build a plant-centered society faster together. FAF includes 45 funders around the world. Its existing programs include monthly group calls, philanthropic advising, a pooled fund, funding circles, socials, newsletter, and an annual in-person retreat. FAF is fiscally sponsored by the Humane America Animal Foundation and governed by a Steering Committee. 

This position has major potential for impact in a movement that is underfunded relative to the size and scope of the problems we address. The Director of Philanthropy is responsible for identifying, cultivating and connecting aligned high-net-worth individuals and foundations to the farm animal protection movement.  We welcome candidates with farm animal protection experience who excel at building relationships and inspiring high-net-wealth individuals, even without an extensive philanthropy background.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals and meet agreed upon goals for bringing them into the movement at the $250,000+ level for annual giving to charities aligned with their values

• Create and independently manage a portfolio of major gifts donors, leading the entire giving cycle from outreach to education, cultivation, and stewardship 

• Lead an events strategy to introduce philanthropic prospects to the cause area

• Develop and lead an approach for strategic engagement with various philanthropic networks and organizations

• Develop and implement key results (OKRs) for donor recruitment and engagement strategies in collaboration with FAF’s ED and members; critically assess and update FAF’s philanthropic outreach strategy regularly to maximize opportunities to bring in and retain new donors to the movement 

• Collaborate with other FAF staff to develop high-quality donor facing materials and educational resources 

• Represent FAF and the broader farmed animal protection and food system reform movement to philanthropic networks, donors and leaders in aligned social change sectors to build the visibility and impact of the movement

• Partner with ED and Director of Philanthropic Advising & Programs to facilitate philanthropic advising as requested 

• Conduct research to identify potential major gifts prospects 

• Collaborate with other efforts to exponentially advance movement funding

• Report on progress and goals to the ED and Steering Committee 

• Maintain knowledge of the theories of change within the movement, the effects of industrial animal agriculture, impact bright spots, and the intersection between industrial animal agriculture and adjacent social justice issues

Required Qualifications: 

• Charismatic and incredibly relational, with the ability to generate excitement about new ideas 

• 5+ years working in philanthropy, grantmaking, non profit leadership, or similar areas

• Experience being a persuasive advocate or communicator, exceptional relationship builder and networker 

• Self-motivated, ambitious, and drives progress forward with minimal supervision

• Results-oriented with strong initiative, motivated to achieve goals and do good

• A strong understanding of the landscape and players within the alternative protein, food system, and/or farm animal welfare areas

• Excellent at prioritization and able to juggle many things at once

• Open-minded, collaborative, sees value in multiple theories of change, and able to work closely with stakeholders with diverse and sometimes conflicting values 

• Embraces healthy conflict and feels comfortable with disagreement

• Strong written and oral communication skills, presenting information in a clear and compelling manner

• Strong knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices

• Familiarity with donor databases and CRMs

• Enthusiastic, creative and enterprising

• Able to work flexible hours and travel frequently within the USDesired Qualifications: 

• Has strong pre-existing relationships with high-net-worth donors not already in the farmed animal protection movement   

• A strong understanding of the values, vision, and goals of the alternative protein, animal rights, food system, and farmed animal welfare movements

Desired Qualifications:

• Has strong pre-existing relationships with ultra high-net worth donors not already in the farm animal protection movement  

Compensation and Benefits:

We seek candidates who bring a track record of building strong relationships and have an understanding of the farm animal protection cause area. The salary is competitive and adjustable based on experience and expertise. 

For a full-time, exempt, remote position, Farmed Animal Funders, through our fiscal sponsor, offers an excellent benefits package which currently includes up to a 4% retirement contribution match, medical, vision and dental insurance (paid 100% for employees and 50% for eligible dependents), up to $750 a year to cover pet fees, unlimited paid vacation, 10 paid sick days, 11 federal holidays, and flexible work hours. This position includes annual variable compensation potential based on agreed upon goals for bringing in new funders to the movement, above and beyond the core work expectations.

Application Process: 

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to hiring@farmedanimalfunders.org.

Farmed Animal Funders is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to employ people with many different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds who share our passion for accomplishing as much good as we can. We are committed to creating an environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other legally protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. We particularly encourage applications from self-identified women and people of color.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The policy of FAF’s fiscal sponsor, Humane America Animal Association, is not to sponsor employment visas. Humane America Animal Foundation participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, visit www.uscis.gov and click on the 'E-Verify' logo". You can view the required posters here and here.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, or have any other questions about applying, please contact hiring@farmedanimalfunders.org.