Open New York (ONY) is a grassroots, non-profit organization advocating for abundant homes and lower rent. With an expected budget of $2M in 2024, a staff of 7, and over 600 active volunteer members across New York State, ONY seeks to implement local and statewide policy changes that expand housing options for all New Yorkers. From Rochester to the Rockaways, ONY is organizing to pass innovative and necessary legislation to finally dig New York State out of its decades-long housing crisis.
Responsibilities:
Develop a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet ONY's annual and longer-term revenue goals, in partnership with the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Achieve our revenue growth goals by securing, managing, and stewarding support from individual donors, in partnership with the Executive Director
Drive revenue growth through the development and execution of a tiered membership program
Draft compelling email fundraising appeals, donor reports, and fundraising materials that increase donations
Analyze data and key performance indicators from programs to strengthen fundraising appeals
Use donor research tools to identify, pitch, and close prospective donors
Create scalable systems to ensure consistent cultivation, follow up, and reports for individual donors and philanthropies
Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization
Assist with grant writing to create clear, concise, and compelling narratives that drive fundraising outcomes
Prepare Executive Director effectively for key solicitation meetings to drive fundraising outcomes
The ideal candidate will have:
A background developing individual giving programs at nonprofits or campaigns, with experience successfully soliciting gifts of $2,500 or more
Proven track-record of fundraising growth in at least two roles with increasing responsibility
A self-starter mentality, with experience building and executing a fundraising plan to reach revenue goals
Excellent relationship-building skills with examples of cultivating authentic relationships with donors
Demonstrated experience using a CRM to collect, track, and analyze the performance of fundraising campaigns
A clear approach for donor research to identify new prospects, diversify the donor base, and tailor pitches accordingly
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to create clear, concise, and compelling narratives that drive fundraising outcomes
Prior experience with legal compliance fundraising for a multi-entity organization (e.g. 501(c)(3)/501(c)(4)) is helpful, but not required
Passion for Open New York's mission to fight for equitable development that expands all housing options for New Yorkers
More Information:
Location: New York City. We operate as a hybrid team, with three days per week in our office in Tribeca.
Reports to: Annemarie Gray, Executive Director
Manages: N/A
Salary: $115,000 - $125,000. This is a full-time, exempt position.
Employee benefits include:
Medical, dental, vision coverage
16 weeks paid parental leave
20 paid days off
11 paid holidays
Unrestricted sick leave
Application deadline: September 20, 2024
Equal Employment Opportunity
Open New York is committed to a diverse workforce, and we seek diversity among applicants for this position. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Open New York is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.