Special Olympics has the following job openings. All candidates who submit cover letter, résumés and salary history will be considered. If you are interested in one of the jobs listed here, e-mail jobs@specialolympics.org with the desired job title in your subject line. Special Olympics is an equal opportunity.
Director of Organizational Development, Special Olympics North America (SONA)
Reports to: Managing Director, North America Location: Home-based office with approximately 30 to 40% travel to Special Olympics Programs and events in North America.
Position Summary: The Director of Organizational Development will have the responsibility to partner with SONA Programs within a specific assigned territory within the SONA region to assess, advise, consult and assist in all aspects of program development. They will identify needs and opportunities for Special Olympics initiatives and services and advise leadership on potential improvements, disseminate and collect best practices and develop and create new activities to support growth, as part of each Program’s strategic planning process. These activities may include but are not limited to recruitment/retention of athletes and volunteers, event management, all areas of fundraising and financial planning He/she will provide leadership, training, service and support to insure a strong understanding and commitment by Programs to the Special Olympics General Rules, Strategic Plan and Priorities of the Special Olympics Movement. He/she will be the first line of authority and communication from SOI/ SONA to assigned Programs to proactively solve the wide range of challenges that affect Programs and the Movement on a day to day basis. It is expected that the Director of Organization Development will develop several areas of expertise that can be deployed anywhere in the Movement.
Primary Responsibilities:
Develop outstanding relationships with the Program CEO and Board Chair of the assigned territories to ensure optimal engagement and a sense of partnership. Communicate with these individuals on a regular basis to insure that SONA/ SOI have a current understanding of Program issues, Program achievements and an understanding of regional trends.
Seek additional counsel from Managing Director and SOI/ SONA staff whenever necessary to proactively support the Program and help foster interaction across constituencies.
Customize SOI curriculum, materials and templates to assist Programs with annual planning and evaluation.
Support implementation and on-going utilization of the PDS (Program Development System) with focus on APS and PIP to develop performance and accountability goals for initiatives, services, events and recruitment.
Support planning and facilitation of orientation and training of new CEOs and Board Chairs. Collaboratively develop a succession plan for staff and board.
Develop and provide expertise in specific SOI areas including, but not limited to inclusion, governance, board development, outreach strategies, government relations and fundraising.
Work with SOI Chief Legal Officer and Managing Director on resolving all compliance issues related to accreditation and the General Rules.
Serve as a key resource for Programs to identify and apply for grants, collaborative fundraising opportunities and government funding.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of related experience with a non-profit organization or association with strong grass roots and/or constituent based relationship or focus on organizational development, public or social policy.
Extensive experience managing and leading teams.
Experience in one of the following: service on a non-profit board; board /staff management and leadership development; board/staff evaluation; creating, facilitating and managing strategic planning; or experience in developing and writing cases for support.
Preferred: through knowledge and leadership experience with the Special Olympics Movement.
Ability to be creative in designing programs and exacting in their execution.
Excellent leadership, negotiating and consensus building skills.
Proven ability to build and maintain trust with a wide array of clients and staff
Appreciation and respect for diversity.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet multiple, competing responsibilities and to lead others
Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment
Superior written, computer and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to mobilize a team around shared goals. Ability to work in and lead teams that include SONA/SOI staff, volunteers, athletes and Program leadership.
This position is located in Washington, DC. All candidates who submit cover letter, résumés and salary history will be considered. No phone calls, please.
Description:
The Vice President of Major Gifts is responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of the Special Olympics major giving program. This position requires close coordination with the Office of the President, Office of the Chairman, senior Special Olympics headquarters staff, Board of Directors, and other national, regional and Program staff and volunteers in the identification and solicitation of Special Olympics' major individual and foundation prospects.
Primary Responsibilities:
S/he works closely with Corporate Partnerships, Communications, World Games, regional fundraising teams, and Development staff across the movement and especially with the Chief Development Officer to ensure the organization’s private fundraising needs are met. This person also looks for the link between private and public revenue and leverage opportunities and works with Finance to forecast revenue for planning, on budgeting, and to track progress toward goals. S/he will supervise a team of between two and four individuals.
This position requires a high level of competency in verbal and written communications; familiarity with and understanding of the U.S. foundation community; and a sense for the type of individual who may have an affinity to the mission. S/he must have a comfort with working with high net worth individuals.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and eight years experience in major gift fundraising in a nonprofit environment
Successful experience in asking for and closing gifts or sales and building and maintaining long-term relationships with donors or clients
Successful experience in managing multiple projects and developing strategies
Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices
Ability to interact successfully with people at all levels of wealth, business and industry, as well as with colleagues representing a variety of points of view
Supervisory experience, including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives and manage performance
Ability to work with a communications team to produce case materials and brochures that support a major gifts fundraising effort or campaign
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
This position is located in Washington, DC. All candidates who submit cover letter, résumés and salary history will be considered. No phone calls, please.
Description:
he Director of Promotions and Marketing will report to the Vice President of Corporate Partnerships and is responsible for the management of global and national sponsor accounts, as well as developing programs to leverage sponsors’ activation budgets through retail, online and other media with a revenue generating goal. The Director of Promotions and Marketing will also manage the sponsorship documentation and valuation process; act as primary contact for third party research companies; and conduct research on current sponsors and prospects.
Primary Responsibilities:
Overall: Responsible for the management, activation and growth of global/multinational and select national partnerships
Serve as Primary Liaison to Special Olympic Corporate Partners
Serve as the Special Olympics liaison for activation and marketing/communications/promotional services for top-tier global/multi-national and select national partnerships
Research, develop, and implement multi-state/national fundraising and promotional projects, e.g., creating fundraising strategies templates for turnkey fundraising events, etc.
Develop programs to leverage sponsors’ activation budgets through retail, online and other media using tools such as "Be a fan" and "Brand Special"
Provide servicing of accounts, acting as primary point person for day-to-day communication
Collect and manage all required documentation and materials (e.g., collateral, POP, show copies, national PR campaigns, etc.)
