Job Description
The PRI Makers Network is a national affinity group of foundations that are interested in or actively engaged in mission investing. Its members have come together to exchange ideas, information, tools and skills which enable foundations and related organizations to incorporate a range of financial strategies to achieve their philanthropic goals. The PRI Makers Network operates as a program of Philanthropy Northwest, a six-state regional association of grantmakers, and is based in Seattle, Washington.
We seek an energetic and innovative individual to develop and implement an annual calendar of educational events that address the interests and needs of the members and key constituents of the PRI Makers Network. Such events may include one hour, half-day, and multiple day, in-person and webinar-based training sessions. The manager will effectively market all educational programs as well as enlist speakers and trainers, develop marketing and training materials, manage logistics for all sessions, evaluate sessions, and develop and work to a budget. The topics and structure of programs will be determined in consultation with the PRI Makers Network staff and advisors, members, and partners.
The position is ideal for a self-starting entrepreneur with private sector background seeking experience in the philanthropic field and skilled at managing a training program.
Job Duties
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Responsible for total delivery, marketing and evaluation of assigned PRI Makers Network programs. Including:
I. Introduction to Program-Related Investing webinars and presentations.
II. Tools for Investors webinars and presentations.
III. The PRI Instituteundefineda three-day intensive training program for practitioners.
IV. The national conference
V. Other programs and workshops of interest to current and prospective members to be determined.
• Works with and supports PRI Makers Network committee members and volunteers in the participation all aspects of the education and training program.
• Seeks out opportunities and builds partnerships with other aligned foundation affinity groups and organizations in order to expand access to and participation in programs related to mission investing.
• Works with PRI Makers Network staff and its strategic partnersundefinedthe Initiative for Responsible Investment at Harvard University to plan and execute programs.
• Overall coordination of speakers and presenters including training preparation, scheduling and logistical management.
• Coordination of material development, ensuring timely and best-quality information in a style consistent with organization brand.
• Coordination of all venue, audio/visual and catering arrangements.
• Periodic travel for planning and program delivery.
• Ability to manage to a budget, including meeting revenue and cost projections.
• Integration of trainings into re-designed website and overall technology plan.
• Implementation of practices and behaviors committed to including audiences and speakers of color.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of delivered sessions and programs.
Qualifications:
• Demonstrated experience collecting, abstracting, and summarizing technical information
• Demonstrated experience conducting research by interviewing subjects and using the web
• Demonstrated experience in short-form writing for both technical and general audiences
• Preference for experience writing business case studies
• Excellent analytic, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Preference for experience using Drupal or other web-based content management system
Reports to:
Managing Director
Hours and Compensation:
• 40 hours per week
• Rate of pay dependent on skills and experience
• Benefits include medical, vision, dental, Flex-Plan and retirement
Application Process:
Please submit a resume and cover letter by email to info@primakers.net with “Education and Training Manager” in the subject line. Position is available mid-March and is open until filled. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. People of color are encouraged to apply.