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Join TED's mission to share world-changing ideas as an Associate Director for The Audacious Project's Donor Community team
Overview
Salary
£130000 - £160000
Location
New York City, USA - Remote
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary:
TED is a renowned non-profit that thrives on sharing powerful ideas to inspire action and change. TED's The Audacious Project is a philanthropic initiative aimed at tackling the globe's most pressing issues by empowering non-profits with the resources they need. This is your chance to be a part of an organization passionate about diversity, curiosity, and meaningful impact.
- Role Summary:
- Develop and enhance relationships with a vibrant donor community.
- Create personalized communication strategies for stakeholders.
- Manage a hub of donor information, including funding and engagement updates.
- Role Requirements:
- 7-10+ years in donor relations and community engagement.
- Expertise in managing events for ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI).
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.
- Exceptional writing skills with a knack for clear, impactful communication.
- High emotional intelligence and responsiveness.
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools is beneficial.
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision).
- Paid family leave and flexible paid time off.
- Well-being support through OneMedical and SpringHealth memberships.
- 401k plan with employer matching.
Additional Information:
Preference will be given to candidates based in New York City, though there is a remote work option available. Be a part of TED's dynamic environment that encourages work-life balance and be involved in making a significant philanthropic impact.
ABOUT TED TED is a non-profit that believes Ideas change everything. Powerful ideas, powerfully presented, move us: to feel something, to think differently, to take action. At TED, we seek to bridge, include, and diversify because we truly believe ideas are for everyone. It is important to us to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds who are curious about the world.
ABOUT THE AUDACIOUS PROJECT The Audacious Project is a philanthropic platform dedicated to supporting big, bold solutions to the world’s most urgent challenges. We curate world-changing ideas across a wide range of issue areas by helping non-profit organizations to develop compelling 5+ year plans, then partner with our community of leading philanthropists and institutions to unlock large-scale collaborative funding.
THE ROLE The Audacious Project seeks an Associate Director for the Donor Community team - a new and dynamic role that will bring best-in-class stakeholder management and communication skills to nurture a growing and vibrant donor community. The candidate will craft bespoke year-round communications geared to our active donors, maintaining a clear line of sight into their areas of energy and interest - as well as maintain an informational hub to house up to the minute changes on donors’ funding portfolios and engagement preferences.
JOB REQUIREMENTS 7-10+ years of experience in donor relations and community building. Proven track record in UHNWI event management; dinners, conferences, high-touch experiences. Self-starter. Can move full bodies of work forward with minimal oversight and instruction, someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Strong writer with eye for detail, and a concise and compelling communication style. Proactive, responsive and thoughtful communicator, with high EQ. Salesforce or relevant CRM experience a plus.
BENEFITS Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision). Paid family leave. Work-life balance is encouraged through our flexible paid time off. Free OneMedical and SpringHealth membership for you and your dependents to address physical and mental well-being. 401k with match.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION While this position has an option to be fully remote, TED’s headquarters are in New York City, and there is a strong preference for this position to be based in NYC.
