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Job type full-time
Full job description
Rsf social finance is a community of borrowers, investors, donors, and partners applying an integrated capital approach to help fund innovative social enterprisesAs a non-profit financial intermediary focused on deepening relationships and creative collaboration, we offer loans, grants, loan guarantees, and other essential non-financial resources such as networks and expertise to catalyze positive, real-world change.
Through investing, lending, and giving, we change the way people relate to and activate moneyWe connect social enterprises with various forms of capital to contribute to a more just, regenerative, and compassionate worldSince 1984, rsf social finance has been a trusted partner in providing mission-aligned capital with over $850,000,000 in loans and grants made in the areas of food & agriculture, education & the arts, and climate & the environmentOur goal is to be the undisputed leader in the field of social finance.
Our team of passionate professionals is mostly based in the san francisco bay area, and we work with clients throughout the united states and canada.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who has an entrepreneurial spirit and is willing to work collaboratively as a leader, manager, and high-performing team member.
The client development manager (cdm) reports directly to and serves as the primary support for the vice president, client development, to manage and coordinate all business development activities and fundraising eventsThe current client development team consists of:
Vice president, client development
Senior director, marketing
Manager, client development
Senior associate, client services
As a spokesperson and important contributor to the overall growth and reputation of rsf, the position requires poise, professionalism, discretion and exceptional communications skillsThe cdm will focus on all revenue streams to rsf (contributed and earned) and will:
Cultivate a culture of philanthropy amongst all stakeholders (borrowers, investors, donors, and partners) to promote charitable giving to rsf operations
Energize existing and prospective clients to actively participate in rsf offerings (social investment fund, donor advised funds, collaboratives, and field of interest funds)
Engage all stakeholders with scheduled informational programs and events (online and in-person)
Collaborate to create a departmental budget and deliver on all annual revenue goals
Collaborate to create marketing, advertising, and engagement strategies
Qualifications:
Strong interpersonal style; exceptional listening, verbal and written communication skills
Good judgment and diplomacy
Excellent organizational skills, motivation, and strong work ethic
Work effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of constituencies
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively
Ability to leverage limited resources
Interest in associative/stakeholder economics, participatory grantmaking, and impact investing
Proven ability to lead teams and manage client-facing business processes
Collaborative leader and culture carrier, committed to diversity and inclusion
Appreciates and invites reflection and mindfulness as an element of rsfs culture and community
Commitment to the purpose, values, and operating principles that inform rsf’s work
Experience and position requirements:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience in non-profit fundraising or equivalent preferred
Financially savvy, understands financial services and financial instruments
Demonstrated proficiency with microsoft office package and experience working with crm systems (salesforce preferred)
Events oversight expertise
Location:
May be located anywhere in the us, provided the cdm attends meetings in the bay area and client meetings anywhere in the us and canada as required
Must be available to work outside of regular office hours when needed occasionally
Candidate must be available to work during rsf business hours of 8:30am – 5:30pm pacific standard time
Job type: full-time, 40 hours a week, plus events as needed
Rsf is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.
Please send your cover letter and resume to hr@rsfsocialfinance.org.
