Overview Responsibility for all aspects of the company’s 501(c)(3) charitable Foundation, to include fundraising, volunteer programs, grant making, internal and external partnerships and growth. Responsibilities + Act as spokesperson for the Foundation to communicate its unique vision and mission to internal and external audiences. + Promote and influence associate engagement with the Foundation in collaboration with internal business leaders and volunteers. + Develop case for support and lead comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet financial performance targets to ensure adequate funds are available for the organization to carry out its work. + Work directly with donors to raise funds through prospect development, leading to strategic cultivation and stewardship. + Nurture relationships and build innovative partnerships with strategic charitable partners and key nonprofit leaders within our communities. + Together with the Sr. Director of Strategic Planning & Special Projects, develop strategic plan with measurable goals focused on associate engagement, community impact, and growth. + Develop and adhere to the Foundation’s operating budget while maintaining sound financial practices. + Work effectively with all GSF departments including Communications, Finance, and particularly the Legal Department. + Ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements of a 501(c)(3) tax exempt private foundation. + Oversee compliance and regulations including tax forms 990 + Jointly, with the CEO and Chairman and the Board of Directors, conduct official correspondence of the organization, and jointly, with designated officers, execute legal documents. + Develop and collaborate with the Foundation’s Board of Directors composed of internal business leaders. + Lead team of three direct reports to support individual performance goals and foster continuous learning and development. Qualifications Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: 7 to 10 years of relevant work experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, volunteer management, teambuilding and grant making. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert): + Skilled in listening, interpreting, negotiating and consensus building, with the ability to move projects forward into actionable plans (E) + Ability to plan, organize and effectively present ideas and concepts to groups (E) + Maintain excellent working relationships with the public, customers, and a wide variety of internal resources (E) + Work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle a variety of assignments simultaneously (E) + Articulate, with strong oral and written communication skills that effectively promote GSF’s vision, goals and strategies for the Foundation (E) + Fundraising practices and donor portfolio management (E) + Charitable program design and reporting (E) + Ability to “see the big picture” with attention to detail (E) + Professional maturity necessary to gain credibility with the senior leadership team (E) + Pragmatic and professional with a personal reputation for integrity and above-reproach ethics (E) + Effective leadership skills with the ability to develop and lead (E) + Ability to work cross-functionally throughout the organization (E) + Knowledge of public v. private foundations (J) + Ability to act in accordance with GSF Values & Creed Skill and ability to: + Model GSF Creed and Values consistently with associates, peers and community leaders + Negotiate effectively with vendors + Analyze and resolve complex problems with support from management + Support and motivate employees in a team-based environment + Apply creative and innovative methods for growth of Foundation + Prepare and deliver presentation to management, customers, community leaders and other eternal organizations + Support long-term, high-level relationships with Foundation supporters and community leaders + Communicate and coordinate effectively with vendors verbally and in writing + Communicate and coordinate effectively with employees and committee chairs verbally and in writing + Communicate graphic design skills, layouts, log and brochure design needs + Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service + Demonstrate the principles of servant leadership + Travel 30% of time At GSF, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following: + Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, vacation, sick, holiday, jury duty and bereavement. + Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life), Retirement Plan. + Associate Development via Education Reimbursement and/or Scholarships, virtual courses and classroom development experiences. + Flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role). + Please note that the compensation details listed in postings reflect the base salary only. + Additional compensation including bonuses, equity and car allowances are subject to eligibility. The expected Compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $ 175,000. Location, confirmed job-related skills, education, experience and relevant training will be considered in setting actual starting salary. LocationUS-CA-Irvine Job ID 2024-19778 Category Executive/Management