[Remote] VP, Growth, Strategy, and Donor Relations

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. PolicyLink is a research and action institute focused on advancing a nation that truly governs for all. The Vice President of Growth, Strategy, and Donor Relations will lead the donor experience and orchestrate strategies for a significant capital campaign, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and deepening relationships with key partners.ResponsibilitiesDrive the enterprise-wide engagement strategy to deepen multi-dimensional relationships with institutional, UHNW, and corporate partnersOrchestrate the strategic roadmap for the $1B, 10-year capital campaign, ensuring organizational readiness for the early 2027 launchCo-lead the architecture of campaign infrastructure, including the design of donor recognition levels, gift societies, and long-term stewardship frameworksGovern a strategic portfolio of principal relationships, ensuring long-term alignment with the organization’s growth and campaign objectivesDesign high-level campaign readiness initiatives, including regional salons and leadership briefings, to cultivate and secure foundational lead investorsConceptualize and oversee signature leadership gatherings that enhance organizational visibility and serve as catalysts for campaign momentumSteward complex corporate and philanthropic partnerships, ensuring a rigorous match between investor goals and PolicyLink’s systemic change missionDirect large-scale operational ecosystems, managing multi-million dollar budgets, donor stewardship strategy, and cross-departmental integrationCreate sophisticated, high-touch stewardship models for the organization’s most significant funders and campaign championsProvide the strategic vision and executive oversight for PolicyLink events, donor experiences, and other external opportunities, positioning them as premier national platformsPartner with Communications leadership to oversee the production of high-impact narratives and messaging that resonate with principal-level donorsDrive data-informed decision-making by collaborating with Development Operations to leverage CRM insights and engagement metricsEquip and mobilize internal and external ambassadors, including the Board and Campaign Cabinet, through high-level training and capacity-buildingOversee the integration of digital storytelling and engagement tools to amplify donor impact and organizational reachLead and mentor a high-performing Engagement & Events team, including staff and senior consultants, fostering a culture of "Love & Accountability."Synthesize outreach and engagement strategies across Institutional Partnerships and UHNW teams to ensure a unified enterprise approachServe as a key organizational representative in cross-functional planning related to public affairs, brand positioning, and external relationsAct as an independent strategic lead, managing one’s own priorities and moving all internal pieces to ensure the successful execution of the campaign visionSkills12-15 years of experience in nonprofit development and senior leadership, with a proven track record of architecting strategy and driving institutional growthProven success in securing sponsorships and investments at the $5 million+ scale, focusing on long-term partnership development and complex revenue streamsStrategic leadership of capital campaign readiness and high-net-worth engagement initiatives that move the organization toward transformational funding goalsMastery of storytelling and communication, with the ability to translate complex policy and systemic change work into sophisticated, high-level donor narrativesDemonstrated ability to operate as an enterprise leader, building consensus across departments and effectively engaging Board members and high-profile partnersExceptional operational and project governance skills, including the independent management of priorities, budgets, and external counselUnwavering commitment to PolicyLink's mission, ensuring that all strategic initiatives are centered in equity, justice, and systemic changeCandidates based in San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC; or New York, NY are highly preferred as these locations are where many of PolicyLink's current partnerships existBenefits100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans.401(k) with employer and employer-matching contributions that vest immediately. New employees are eligible to participate within one month of their date of hire.Flexible Spending Account.Short- and long-term disability insurance.Group term life insurance plus guaranteed-issue voluntary life insurance.Unlimited vacation and sick leave and other generous leave benefits.Three required organization reset weeks plus 13 paid holidays.Company OverviewPolicyLink is a national research and action institute advancing economic and social equity by Lifting Up What Works. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in Oakland, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://policylink.org/.