Foundation Operations Manager

Overview

The Foundation Operations Manager, Buckingham Foundation, will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Foundation’s mission with regards to operations. This includes handling grant requests and gifts, public relations activities, board meetings, employee engagement and all other areas of administration for the foundation. The Foundation Operations Manager, Buckingham Foundation will be expected to uphold the mission of the foundation which includes supporting affordable housing opportunities for families in need, encouraging participation in arts and culture initiatives and investing in local communities.

Qualifications

Training/Education

• College degree in Business, Philanthropy, Real Estate, Finance, Marketing
• Industry designations preferred but not required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and provide annual proof of auto insurance 

Experience/Skills 

• Minimum of three years progressive experience in philanthropy or Not-for-profit organizations
• Experience in budget planning, financial analysis, programming development and grant requests.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office; other construction or real estate software a plus

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Business Leader for the Buckingham Foundation, create the annual strategic and operations plans, financial plan, including budget, to meet the long-term goals of the foundation.
• Assisting the Business Leader for the Buckingham Foundation, evaluate the annual revenue sources to ensure sustainable income and progress towards meeting the strategic plan and long-term goals.
• Manage the operations plan, associated operating budget, and monthly financial statements.
• Develop and implement grant giving guidelines, grant application policies and procedures, website content and collateral materials.
• Facilitate all philanthropic and corporate charitable giving, based on the annual strategic plan.
• Serve as liaison with teams and departments throughout the company.
• Coordinate and oversee programming at Foundation sites.
• Manage employee community engagement and volunteer projects.
• Coordinating with HR, manage the Buckingham Angel Fund
• Represent Buckingham before agencies, community groups, and others.
• Create and direct branding, marketing, and communications plans.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement special events and projects.
• Create and distribute required reporting and metrics including the annual report.
• Actively develop internal and external support for the foundation
• Coordinate, prepare and participate in board meetings including agenda, reports, and any other materials required.
• Ability to lead and develop innovative and creative approaches to fundraising and involving the community.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.