The mission of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is to build the grassroots power of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. We do this by training activists, equipping state and local organizations with the skills needed to organize broad-based campaigns to defeat anti-LGBT referenda and advance pro-LGBT legislation, and building the organizational capacity of our movement. Our Policy Institute, the movement’s premier think tank, provides research and policy analysis to support the struggle for complete equality and to counter right-wing lies. As part of a broader social justice movement, we work to create a nation that respects the diversity of human expression and identity and creates opportunity for all.

Job Announcement:
e-Philanthropy Manager

Basics

Purpose
To fully utilize the Internet and technology to engage Task Force constituents to further their investment through online giving.

Position Location
New York City

Reports to
The e-Philanthropy Manager will report to the Director of Development.

Summary Description
The e-Philanthropy Manager develops and executes a formalized program of marketing strategy and fund development via the Internet to increase online subscribers and donors to the Task Force. This includes providing all Internet-related support required by the Development Department. The manager is an integral part of the Task Force’s creative team, which includes the graphic designer, the Web manager, and others.

Responsibilities

• Develops, in concert with the Director of Development and other staff, solicitation schedules for e-philanthropy programs that nurture and grow existing relationships while capitalizing on previously missed opportunities;
• Works with staff, board and others to systematically collect and add new online subscribers to the database, including strategies to follow up with, retain, and cultivate new subscribers;
• Creates all e-blasts for special events and manages e-blasts for promotional partners;
• Creates and maintains event gala modules for special events;
• Implements e-campaigns to follow-up with special event attendees;
• Works with Membership Manager to solicit online giving with the membership renewal program and online prospecting;
• Works with the Communications and Development staff to design and implement the Leadership Council e-News;
• Works closely with the Membership Manager and Database Administrator to establish clear lines of inter-departmental communication and coordinated donor management using the database as a primary source of prospects;
• Researches and analyzes other websites and e-campaigns in order to develop new strategies for online gift growth and member acquisition;
• Provides detailed reports on the growth of online membership and online giving, tracking trends and website traffic;
• Provides back-up to the Communications Department as required to create and disseminate programmatic and communications-related e-blasts (e.g., press releases, action alerts, etc.); and
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Exceptional computer and online fundraising software program skills;
• Strong knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet programs;
• Experience with HTML a plus;
• Experience with Kintera a plus;
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus;
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including attention to detail;
• Self-motivation and ability to take initiative on projects;
• Success at meeting or exceeding goals;
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in online fundraising or related experience;
• Knowledge of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community and its issues nationally and regionally;
• Willingness to travel and work some weekends;
• Demonstrated experience working in a multicultural environment where commitment to diversity based on race, ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and physical ability is an important institutional value;
• College degree or equivalent experience.

How Performance Is Evaluated

• Success in meeting or exceeding e-campaign revenue goals;
• Growth in online subscriber membership;
• Timeliness and quality of reports and other written materials;
• Completion of projects on time and in an efficient manner;
• Quality of oral and written communications;
• Degree of involvement in development initiatives;
• Ability to effectively work with other members of the creative team.

Compensation

Salary competitive, commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits provided: health, dental and vision insurance, annual leave, 403(b) plan with employer contributions.

To Apply

Send cover letter and resume to HR@theTaskForce.org, and put e-Philanthropy Manager in the subject line. No phone calls or faxes.

The Task Force is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to a diverse, multicultural staff. Women, transgender people and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. For more information on the Task Force, please look through the rest of our site.