Career Opportunities

Reports to: Executive Director

About The Bronx Community Foundation

The Bronx Community Foundation supports and invests in community power to eradicate inequity and build sustainable futures for all Bronxites.

Position Summary

The Bronx Community Foundation seeks an accomplished, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented Director of Development & Communications to drive the Foundation’s fundraising, corporate partnerships, and external engagement strategy. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director will be a key leader responsible for cultivating and stewarding major individual donors, corporate partners, and philanthropic stakeholders, while elevating the Foundation’s brand and communications presence.

The ideal candidate is a superior communicator and strategist with a proven track record of securing significant philanthropic support, managing high-level external relationships, and translating vision into measurable results. This leader must combine business acumen with authentic community connection, embodying the Foundation’s values and representing the aspirations of Bronx residents with integrity, care, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Fundraising

• Design and execute a comprehensive development strategy centered on major individual donors, corporate partnerships, and institutional philanthropy.
• Partner directly with the Executive Director to achieve the Foundation’s annual fundraising goal.
• Build, manage, and expand a portfolio of high-value donor and partner relationships, ensuring strong stewardship and sustainable growth.
• Develop compelling proposals, presentations, and partnership strategies that align with donor and partner priorities.
• Engage the ED, Board, and Development Committees to maximize networks and fundraising capacity.
• Establish and track progress against fundraising KPIs, ensuring accountability, transparency, and measurable results.

Communications & External Affairs

• Lead the Foundation’s communications strategy, strengthening brand visibility and positioning across media, digital, and thought leadership platforms.
• Craft compelling narratives and donor communications that elevate the Foundation’s impact, visibility, and brand.
• Demonstrate event planning expertise to produce the Foundation’s annual gala, donor cultivation events, and high-visibility community initiatives.
• Ensure all communications authentically represent Bronx residents, reflecting the Foundation’s commitment to equity, transparency, and community voice.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with staff, Board members, and community leaders to design initiatives that reflect Bronx community needs and priorities.
• Partner with strategic committees such as Development Committees, Advisory Councils, or Board subcommittees, aligning their work with organizational fundraising and communications goals.
• Mentor and oversee development and communications staff, consultants, and interns, building a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience in development and communications, ideally within the nonprofit, philanthropic, or corporate social responsibility sectors.
• Demonstrated success securing major gifts and corporate partnerships, with a record of year-over-year fundraising growth.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills; ability to translate complex strategies into compelling cases for support.
• Superior presentation and public speaking skills; confident representing an organization in high-level external settings.
• Deep event planning and execution expertise, particularly with galas, cultivation events, and large-scale community activations.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace, Salesforce, Mailchimp, Canva, and/or similar fundraising, communications, and design platforms.
• Highly detail-oriented, KPI- and data-driven, with exceptional project management skills.
• Experience managing strategic committees (Development Committees, Advisory Councils, Board subcommittees).
• Entrepreneurial and flexible work style; thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Authentic care, cultural fluency, and deep connection to Bronx residents and communities.
• Strategic thinker and innovator with the ability to turn vision into measurable action and impact.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000 – $135,000, commensurate with experience
• Hybrid work flexibility balancing remote and in-person presence at the Foundation’s Bronx office
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Jobs@thebronx.org with the subject line “Director of Development & Communications – Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Bronx Community Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities — particularly those who share a deep commitment to the Bronx and its communities.

Reports to: Executive Director

About The Bronx Community Foundation

The Bronx Community Foundation supports and invests in community power to eradicate inequity and build sustainable futures for all Bronxites.

Position Summary

The Director of Operations and Special Projects serves as a strategic and operational leader responsible for ensuring that BxCF’s internal systems, financial management, and special initiatives operate with excellence and proficiency.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this individual will oversee the Foundation’s day-to-day operations, strengthen administrative and financial infrastructure, and lead high-priority projects that drive organizational growth and innovation.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, financially astute, and entrepreneurial; combining deep nonprofit operations and accounting experience with strategic, out-of-the-box thinking to advance the Foundation’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Excellence

• Oversee and continuously strengthen operational systems, processes, and policies to ensure the Foundation functions efficiently and aligns with nonprofit best practices.
• Manage contracts, vendor relationships, compliance requirements, and risk management processes in partnership with external counsel and auditors.
• Support Board operations, including meeting coordination, financial dashboards, and performance reporting.
• Partner with the Executive Director to operationalize goals, budgets, and strategic plans.
• Ensure all organizational documents, records, and files are securely stored, systematically organized, and easily accessible to authorized staff, maintaining compliance with data security and record retention policies.

Financial Management

• Support the Executive Director with accounting and financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, and grant reporting, in collaboration with the Foundation’s finance external partners.
• Lead and manage nonprofit audits and funder due diligence processes, ensuring accurate documentation, transparency, and timely submission of materials.
• Develop and monitor internal controls to maintain fiscal integrity and compliance with all regulatory and funder requirements.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of managing government and public funding streams, including compliance with all reporting, documentation, and reimbursement requirements.
• Provide clear financial analysis and reporting to inform strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability.

Special Projects

• Design, implement, and manage cross-functional initiatives that expand the Foundation’s reach, from new funding models to community investment pilots.
• Collaborate across departments and with external partners to translate strategic concepts into actionable, measurable results.
• Assist with program development and evaluation to ensure cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and goal achievement.
• Develop and execute innovative systems, tools, and partnerships that enhance operational excellence and impact.

People & Culture

• Contribute to an inclusive, mission-driven workplace culture grounded in trust, collaboration, and excellence.
• Support onboarding, professional development, and performance systems for staff.
• Manage all BxCF office needs and staff technology.
• Oversee and manage all staff and Board-related travel and expense (T&E) processes, ensuring accurate documentation, policy compliance, and timely reimbursements.
• Help strengthen organizational values and internal communication to ensure alignment with BxCF’s mission and equity goals.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of progressive nonprofit operations, finance, or project management experience, ideally within community foundations or social impact organizations.
• Proven expertise in accounting, budgeting, and nonprofit financial management.
• Demonstrated experience managing nonprofit audits, funder due diligence, and compliance processes.
• Strong strategic thinker with the ability to turn goals into actionable operational plans.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-stakeholder projects and initiatives from concept to execution.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in platforms such as Google Workspace, QuickBooks, Salesforce, Asana, and Microsoft 365.
• Deep understanding of non-profit management, its operations, and its unique challenges.
• Deep commitment to equity, innovation, and the Bronx community.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000 – $135,000, commensurate with experience
• Hybrid work flexibility balancing remote and in-person presence at the Foundation’s Bronx office
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Jobs@thebronx.org with the subject line “Director of Operations & Special Projects– Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement