Advisory Board Relations Manager (DHQ)

About the role

The Salvation Army of Greater New York is seeking an Advisory Board Relations Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Divisional Director of Philanthropy, this position will oversee a network of 18 Advisory Boards, including the Divisional Advisory Board, the Commander’s Advisory Council, and many locally based Corps Advisory Councils and County Advisory Boards. The successful candidate will collaborate with local staff, community leaders, and philanthropists to ensure Advisory Organization success and growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Divisional Advisory Board Meetings
• Track Board member terms and anticipate roll-offs and gaps to fill
• Track members' giving and work with donor relations staff on gift solicitation strategies
• Create and distribute a bi-monthly Advisory Board newsletter
• Coordinate multiple Board social events each year
• Maintain up-to-date records of Advisory Organization membership
• Attend Advisory Organization meetings and provide support to local staff and Officers as necessary
• Provide training to local staff, Officers, and Board members on best practices
• Strategically engage local advisory organizations with Divisional Board members and leadership as appropriate
• Maintain a pipeline of prospective members
• Collaborate with donor relations staff and local Officers to identify prospects for new and existing Advisory Organizations across the region
• Support Recruitment Efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of professional experience required
• Experience working directly with business executives preferred
• Experience in fundraising and event planning a bonus
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills are required
• Professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and understanding of customer service
• Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail and follow-through
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills displaying good judgement and the ability to complete projects independently
• Collaborative attitude and ability to work closely with many stakeholders in varying levels of seniority towards a collective goal
• Initiative to identify new opportunities and take through completion independently