Council on Foundations - Director of Membership

Written by Brian Siegel Thursday, 07 January 2010 23:21

Arlington, Va.

From our friend and colleague up in the Bay Area, Mr. Skip Rhodes, communications and public affairs consultant, comes this job offering at the Council on Foundations in Arlington, Va. The Council seeks a Director of Membership. Details regarding this unique opening are listed below.

The Council on Foundations is recruiting for a Director of Membership. Please circulate to your networks!

Job Summary

Leads and manages the staff, volunteers, and financial resources necessary to advance the Council’s goal of an inclusive and growing membership.

Essential Functions

Assures a seamless membership recruitment and renewal program. Fully understands and implements the processes needed to deliver the program. Able to focus and prioritize top tier prospects and members.

• Designs and pursues aggressive outreach strategies that identify prospects and convert them into members.
• Serves as the leader in identification and recruitment of new foundation/corporate giving program members through outreach, strategic partnership with board members or other Council members. This will include direct meeting and sales where appropriate.
• Provides leadership in identifying new opportunities for membership growth and enable the volunteer leadership to address the policy issues that arise as a result.
• Represents the interests of membership growth and retention in Council-wide planning, at Council conferences, and with colleague organizations.
• Serves as a member of the Council’s staff team by contributing to the shaping and implementation of major Council initiatives.

View the full announcement on the Council’s website: http://www.cof.org/programsandservices/jobs/jobdetail.cfm?itemNumber=17203&navItemNumber=14858

How to Apply

Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. Send resume and cover letter to: Council on Foundations, Human Resources Department, Ref. No. 497, 2121 Crystal Drive, Suite 700, Arlington, VA 22202 or email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .