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Vice President of Development and Special Events

ABOUT BROOKLYN ORG

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit – and we demand more for our communities.

For over 15 years, we’ve reimagined philanthropy’s role, providing critical support to communities and nonprofit partners leading transformative change in Brooklyn. Through our innovative model for community philanthropy, we unite Brooklynites, Brooklyn supporters, businesses, and equity advocates to make Brooklyn a beacon of justice for the world.

We are a platform for driving impactful giving, ensuring resources meet ideas, solutions meet challenges, and justice counters inequity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Vice President of Development and Special Events will be an experienced development professional and a creative, strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to fundraising. This individual will lead donor cultivation and stewardship efforts, executing high-impact events that enhance Brooklyn Org’s mission and presence. This role encompasses strategic direction, administration, and event development, collaborating closely with leadership and the Development team to create inspiring programs and events for the Brooklyn community. The Vice President will be responsible for donor engagement, event logistics, budgeting, vendor management, and enhancing our approach to event management technologies.

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and working closely with the CEO and executive team as a key leader in donor engagement and event execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor Cultivation and Engagement: Lead efforts in cultivating new donors and engaging current ones, ensuring thoughtful and timely follow-ups with prospective and existing donors, including Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) holders.
Grant Management: Oversee the grant application process, supporting efforts to secure corporate and institutional support with the CDO.
Event Leadership: Manage two major annual fundraisers (SPARK Breakfast and Changemakers Ball) with a focus on increasing attendance and fundraising outcomes annually, in collaboration with the CDO.
Event Development: Organize and execute small and midsized donor cultivation events that align with our strategic goals and brand standards.
Event Strategy and Operations: Provide strategic leadership for events, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, developing and monitoring event revenue and expense budgets.
Vendor and Contract Management: Handle complex contract negotiations and vendor management, working with the finance team to review and resolve billing, payments, and invoicing.
Policy and Compliance: Develop, implement, and refine event policies, procedures, and guidelines with support from the CDO.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Communications team on event promotion, including website updates, mobile app content, and print materials.
Supervision and Mentorship: Provide leadership and mentorship to staff involved in event management functions, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Other Duties: Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned to support Brooklyn Org’s mission.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree, advanced business degree, or CMP preferred.
Proven experience in fundraising with a strong acumen for donor engagement and event management.
Minimum of 8 years in development, including project management, business planning, and technology integration for events; experience in nonprofit or association settings strongly preferred.
Expertise in managing multiple large vendor contracts simultaneously.
Supervisory and staff development experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to connect with a diverse range of constituents.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders and business partners.
Strong budget management capabilities.
Ability to creatively problem-solve, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of the nonprofit sector, including grant-making, charitable giving, and fiscal sponsorships.
Commitment to racial equity and familiarity with Brooklyn nonprofits is a plus.
High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

DIVERSITY

Aligned with its Racial Justice Lens, Brooklyn Org is committed to cultivating a diverse team that amplifies underrepresented voices in philanthropy, prioritizing the leadership of those impacted by systemic racism. Brooklyn Org does not base hiring decisions on applicants’ past criminal justice involvement.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $125,000 -$140,000 annually, based on relevant experience. Brooklyn Org offers a comprehensive benefit and leave package.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your cover letter and resume to search@brooklyn.org. Include “Vice President of Development and Special Events” in the subject line and mention where you found this job posting.

Operations Associate

ABOUT BROOKLYN ORG

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit – and we demand more for our communities.

Over our 15-year history, we have reimagined the role of philanthropy and provided immeasurable support to communities and nonprofit partners that are leading transformational change for Brooklyn. With a new model for community philanthropy, we are bringing together Brooklynites, Brooklyn backers, businesses, and broader believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.

We are a platform for galvanizing giving. We are here to ensure that ideas are met with resources, challenges are met with solutions, and inequity is met with justice.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Operations Associate plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Brooklyn Org office. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this self-starter will be the first point of contact for our partners and supporters, contributing to a welcoming and efficient environment.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Front Desk Coordination: Serve as the first point of contact for external visitors, welcoming them and managing scheduling and inquiries.
Office Management: Oversee general office operations, including:
- Responding to inquiries, managing office supply inventory, liaising with building management, and performing administrative duties as required.
- Responsible for scheduling, receiving/sending mail, pantry organization, placing orders.
- Maintain the office environment, including but not limited to postage, making coffee, dishwasher management, restocking of snacks, etc.
Human Resources Support:
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire documentation, benefits enrollment, and employee file management.
- Maintain up-to-date employee records in HR software (if applicable) and ensure compliance with labor laws and organizational policies.
- Assist with internal communications regarding HR policies, procedures, and updates.
- Help manage employee benefits enrollment, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
Accounts Payable Support:
- Process and verify invoices from vendors, ensuring accuracy and proper approval prior to payment.
- Maintain accounts payable records and assist in the preparation of monthly AP reports.
- Communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies or issues as they arise.
Operational Support: Provide comprehensive operational support to the Operations team, collaborating with various departments to enhance systems, tools, and resources.
Logistics Management: Assist in organizing logistics for Board Meetings, program visits, workshops, and celebratory events. Manage vendor relationships and oversee cleaning services.
Board Portal Maintenance: Manage and update file management/organization of the Board portal materials to ensure timely access to relevant information.
Technology Support: Act as a touchpoint for technology support and ensure all office equipment is functioning effectively.
Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 3 years of administrative and scheduling experience; HR and finance experience preferred.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong vendor management skills.
Excellent multitasking abilities and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in office software and technology.
Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service-oriented mindset.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Prior experience in office management or operations preferred.

DIVERSITY

In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, the Organization is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making. Additionally, BKO does not base any hiring decisions on an applicant’s history of involvement in the criminal justice system.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. The Organization does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.