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Seattle Foundation seeks a new Philanthropic Advisor!

• Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid Work Model)
• Salary: $67k to $108k Annually (DOE)

Greater Seattle is changing and growing, and so is Seattle Foundation. The heart and science of philanthropy is the intersection of philanthropic passion and data-driven solutions to create lasting change. As the community's foundation, the mission is to ignite powerful and rewarding philanthropy to make Greater Seattle a stronger, more vibrant community for all. Seattle Foundation is seeking an individual to join their team of 60+ who are committed to our vision of a stronger, more vibrant community for all; collaboratively finding solutions; continually improving; and going above and beyond in service of our philanthropic partners and the broader community. Seattle Foundation is in the midst of an exciting evolution in our work. While the Seattle region is undergoing major economic growth, systemic failures across sectors continue to leave Black, Indigenous, and communities of color behind, placing our whole community at risk. Seattle Foundation created a dynamic path for philanthropy in a new, ambitious Blueprint for Impact. The Blueprint takes the shape of three core areas: a just democracy, an equitable economy, and a resilient environment. Seattle Foundation Facts:

• Over $1 billion in assets under management
• Partner with 1,200 community philanthropists to create lasting impact
• Leader among over 750 community foundations nationwide
• $136 million grants distributed (2019)
• $13.3 million operating budget (2020)

The Opportunity

This exciting position bridges the interest and passion of generous philanthropists and critical community needs and opportunities. By building relationships and making strategic connections within and outside the Foundation, the Philanthropic Services Advisor is a trusted partner to Seattle Foundation philanthropists. Our fundholders and donors cover the spectrum in terms of age, interests, and giving experience, and our goal is to meet them where they are and support them in their giving journey to high impact philanthropy. Reporting to the Managing Director of Fundraising and Philanthropic Services, this role is responsible for supporting an array of funds (individuals, couples, multi-generational families, non-profit agency endowments and businesses) to ensure they receive high-touch service, guidance, stewardship, and cultivation in alignment with our Blueprint for Impact. While roles may shift and change as our organization evolves, the following are the key responsibilities:

• Serve as a personal advisor to an assigned portfolio of funds, providing world-class philanthropic advising, timely and accurate service and fund administration.
• Offer personalized consulting to assigned funds to achieve their philanthropic goals and increase aligned giving in support of organizational goals (Blueprint for Impact).
• Increase the funds available for the Foundation's activities and discretionary grantmaking through targeted program solicitations and unrestricted gifts to Seattle Foundation.
• Participate fully in the Foundation-wide fundraising plan and ensure timely documentation and tracking of moves management in the database.
• Manage, as part of a team and/or independently multiple projects in donor services, fund development and outreach to prospective donors and professional advisors.
• Facilitate philanthropist education workshops, like Giving with Impact, and plan and participate in events to raise support for the community and/or build awareness for the Foundation.
• Stay current in philanthropic best practices, trends and community issues, and be knowledgeable in the full spectrum of initiatives of the Foundation.
• Provide support for special events and other donor-related special engagements.
• Attend regularly scheduled Philanthropic Services, cross-department, and Foundation-wide staff meetings.
• Participate in task force groups for special projects.
• Represent the Foundation in the community at speaking engagements, professional organizations, conferences and other community events.
• Given the nature of the work, the role requires flexibility for evening meetings and events.