Friday, March 28, 2014

[KITlist] Stewardship Director (San Francisco, CA)

 

Please direct your responses to: jobs@b612foundation.org

Stewardship Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Want to be part of a project that will literally change the world? And work with a group of astronauts? Want to work with a great group of people in an entrepreneurial environment? Want to be in on the ground floor and to help shape an innovative effort? The B612 Foundation is looking for a Stewardship Director to work with donors and prospective donors, engaging and educating them in its quest to develop the first privately funded exploration into deep space. Our goal is to map the orbits of asteroids to protect Earth from a potential collision and share that data with the the world.


The Stewardship Director will have major responsibility for cultivation of donors in our Founding Circle Level ($25,000 and higher) and work on efforts to cultivate new donors and steward potential donors.The Stewardship Director will work most specifically with the Vice President for External Relations, managing and growing a program to attract potential donors, engage current donors, and encourage increased gifts from current donors. The Stewardship Director will utilize our growing network of science, technology, entertainment and space leaders to expand our relationships with supporters. Duties will evolve as the organization grows and deepens its donor base. With offices based out of the Silicon Valley in California, this is a full-time position. There are opportunities to work with colleagues, work at home where feasible, and attend events as appropriate. This is an ideal position for an independent worker and self-starter, and one who knows the values of cultivating relationships.

ABOUT B612 FOUNDATION

Asteroids of various sizes are continually passing close by Earth, while occasionally actually impacting our planet. The B612 Foundation wants to find these asteroids before they find us. We are at the beginning of a new era in exploration where private organizations can now carry out grand and audacious space missions previously only possible by governments. The B612 Foundation, a 501(c) 3 organization, aims to build, launch, and operate the first privately funded deep space mission � a space telescope to be placed in orbit around the Sun.


The orbits of the inner solar system where Earth lies are populated with a half million asteroids larger than the one that struck Tunguska in 1908, and the vast majority are uncharted. These asteroids contain the original building blocks of the Solar System, are goals for future human exploration, and may contain valuable raw materials. These asteroids can also pose the threat of cataclysmic impact on Earth. Taking advantage of opportunities and dealing with threats require not only knowing the current location of each asteroid, but also where each asteroid will be in the future. The B612 Foundation will create the first comprehensive, dynamic map of our inner solar system that will show the current and future locations and trajectories of these Earth crossing asteroids.


Mapping the great unknown of the inner solar system is the first step to opening up this next frontier. The B612 Foundation believes that humanity can harness the power of science and technology to protect the future of civilization on this planet, while extending our reach into the solar system. Eventually our civilization must accomplish this task. What better time to start than now?


Organizational Relationships

The Stewardship Director reports to the Vice President External Relations . Additionally the position will work closely with the CEO and Leadership team to stay abreast of current news and activities related to Sentinel�s progress and will partner with External Relations Coordinator for research and online donor outreach.


Job Responsibilities

Communications

Draft quarterly emails from the CEO updating select prospective donors and donors of $5k and above of news relating to B612 and Sentinel, incorporating short anecdotes, quotations, introductions to scientific star power involved with Sentinel Mission
Draft e-blasts from the CEO to major donors and major prospects with short news alerts either �behind the scenes� or before they make the public press; staying alert to opportunistic and strategic impact
Prepare targeted reports on progress that Director believes would be of interest to specific donor(s); could �come� from scientific advisors in senior management
Develop customized recognition gifts and one-of-a-kind stewardship pieces
Draft reports to donors on use of donations; determine most strategic timing for report (e.g., end of calendar year, on completion of project, etc)
Develop and manage a portfolio of donors and/or gifts that require stewardship reports
Iterate donor welcome packet and experience and execute
Work closely with Digital Strategist to give exposure and recognition where approved, desired, required online.
Draft gift acknowledgement letters

Events

Lead in donor cultivation event planning and execution, including
organizing invitations, pre post communications with guests team
project managing, concept, budget, execution details, staffing, guest gifts
Manage quarterly virtual webinars/calls with donors in partnership with External Relations Coordinator including:
Overseeing agenda and internal speakers (e.g. B612 leaders)
Work with education team on technical and graphics needs
Oversee invitation and post call follow up communications
Partner with VP External Relations and COO to develop regional visits with key partners such as museums and other strategic partners.

Research Data Management

Manage donor, prospect and donation history lists and reports
Develop and manage full cycle of the donor renewal process
Research potential topics for correspondence, or speakers for small events, or unique opportunities to engage supporters
Manage donor research process and system in partnership with External Relations Coordinator

Qualifications

Experience

BS/BA or commensurate professional experience.
Experience developing and sustaining meaningful relationships with customers or donors, staff, community and political leaders, business people, and stakeholders.
Experience working with fundraising campaigns, particularly if science -related, a plus

Skills Technical

Exemplary communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities without compromising quality.
Excellent computer skills and advanced proficiency with Office programs; proficiency with donor or sales management or customer relationship management (CRM) systems

Skills Personal

Exceptional attention to detail.
Promise deliver the highest level of responsiveness in client service, correspondence, telephone etiquette, relationships with individuals� administrative assistants
Dedicated to teamwork and transparent exchange of information
Strong work ethic and a commitment to the mission and growth of B612 Foundation.
Motivated to learn and open to change

Other

Ability to travel, with some evening and weekend work required.
Enthusiasm for astronomy/space sciences, and willingness to learn more
Flexibility and ability to work independently and as a team player with a wide range of constituents and colleagues. Past experience or demonstrated ability to work as the sole representative of a satellite (home) office, reporting to a manager who is off-site
Experience and enthusiasm for being part of an entrepreneurial effort

Application Instructions:

Only candidates who meet the above-stated qualifications will be considered. Your resume MUST INCLUDE A PERSONALIZED COVER LETTER EXPRESSING YOUR INTEREST THAT STATES:

WHY YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS JOB
WHY YOU WANT TO SUPPORT THE FOUNDATIONS WORK
WHAT INSPIRES YOU IN YOUR PROFESSIONAL LIFE

Please submit your application to jobs@b612foundation.org. No phone calls please. Any submissions without a personalized cover letter will not be considered.

In person Interviews will start in April.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B612 Foundation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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