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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst reports to the Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COFO) and is responsible for the reconciliation and reporting of DAF investment activity. The FP&A Analyst plays a critical role in the financial oversight and strategic management of Brooklyn Org’s Donor Advised Fund (DAF) investments. The Analyst will work closely with the Donor Services team and serve as a key liaison with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely investment reconciliation.

In addition, the FP&A Analyst provides comprehensive financial support across the organization, working in close coordination with the Senior Accountant to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all financial reporting. This role also manages relationships with investment managers, supports audit and compliance processes, and delivers financial insights that inform organizational strategy, planning, and donor stewardship.

This is a full-time, exempt position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Investment Reconciliation: Lead the reconciliation of DAF investment activity, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with donor intent.
• Donor Services Collaboration: Partner with the Donor Services team to support donor inquiries, customized reporting needs, and complex gift transactions.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Provide financial planning and analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning.
• Investment Oversight: Monitor fund performance and activity, ensuring compliance with internal controls, organizational policies, and donor intent.
• Review all donor agreements, gift structures, and fund management practices comply with IRS regulations, DAF policies, and the foundation’s guidelines.
• Vendor Management: Serve as a key point of contact for investment custodians and third-party vendors, maintaining effective working relationships.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and deliver timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with a focus on DAF investments and related financial metrics.
• Assist in developing the annual budget at department levels.
• Leverage modeling to evaluate and prioritize new strategic options
• Audit Support: Assist in the preparation and coordination of audit documentation, with a focus on investment reconciliations and vendor reviews.
• Insights & Process Improvement: Analyze financial trends and variances; identify opportunities for improvement and implement enhanced processes.
• Executive Communication: Create and present dashboards and reports to senior leadership, highlighting key insights and decision-making support.
• Strategic Projects: Contribute to cross-functional initiatives to strengthen financial operations, donor stewardship, and organizational impact.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance or accounting; experience in nonprofit, foundations, or investment-related environments strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Donor Advised Funds, charitable giving vehicles, or endowment management is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with CommunitySuite (Foundant Technologies) is strongly preferred.
• In-depth understanding of financial reporting, investment reconciliation, and audit processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong skills in PowerPoint and Word. Experience with CRM or donor management systems is a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex financial information.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Currently full-time employees are expected to work in the BKO office located in Downtown Brooklyn Monday through Thursday with occasional events on Friday.

DIVERSITY

In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, the Organization is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. The Organization does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Brooklyn Org has a competitive and exhaustive benefits and leave plan and the salary range for this position is $95,000 – $105,000 dependent on the successful candidate’s background and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume via email to search@brooklyn.org. Please write Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst in the Subject Line of your email and mention where you found this job posting.

ABOUT BROOKLYN ORG

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit – and we demand more for our communities.

Over our 15-year history, we have reimagined the role of philanthropy and provided immeasurable support to communities and nonprofit partners that are leading transformational change for Brooklyn. With a new model for community philanthropy, we are bringing together Brooklynites, Brooklyn backers, businesses, and broader believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.

We are a platform for galvanizing giving. We are here to ensure that ideas are met with resources, challenges are met with solutions, and inequity is met with justice.

POSITION OVERVIEW

To further Brooklyn Org’s strategic priorities, the Program Officer (PO) develops relationships and works closely with community residents, nonprofit leaders, and other external partners. The PO is responsible for managing grantmaking portfolios with a participatory grantmaking approach and maintaining the integrity of grant information.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and analytical skills, a clear commitment to racial justice, in-depth knowledge of the Brooklyn nonprofit sector, a learning orientation and humility, and will be a team player capable of putting the common good first.

This is a full-time exempt position, and reports to the Director of Programs and is a member of the Programs Team, which also includes Brooklyn Org’s Capacity Building Program, led by the VP of Programs. It is located in Brooklyn, NY and will require some early morning, evening, and weekend work.  There is the need to travel within NYC via public transportation for visits with community partners.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Grantmaking & Programs

• Manage assigned grantmaking processes, including recruiting and launching community advisory councils, preparing Requests for Proposals, proposal review, due diligence, site visits, grant recommendations, monitoring grantee progress and outcomes. Topic areas for portfolios may change and/or expand due to discrete initiatives and internal collaboration.
• Prepare docket materials that summarize recommendations for consideration by the Board of Directors and other appropriate stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share information and key learnings
• Conduct field scan research, convenings, and interviews.
• Actively participate and represent Brooklyn Org in learning and philanthropic spaces.
• Building and maintaining relationships with grantee partners; fielding questions and conducting inquiry calls with prospective grantees.

Grant Operations

• Work closely with Programs support staff and Operations team to facilitate processing of grants.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the grants management platform and additional databases/file systems to meet legal, auditing, and foundation requirements.
• Work externally with applicants and grantees, and internally with Programs and Operations teams to ensure compliance with regulations and meet deliverable expectations for assigned grants.

Programs

• Partner with other Program Officers to support project consultants.
• Partner with the Programs Team to support Brooklyn Org initiatives.
• Help organize workshops and convenings, develop agenda, identify speakers, and manage logistics.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with Programs Team to inform and implement Brooklyn Org’s Capacity Building program, including working with consultants.
• Collaborate with Communications to increase the visibility of the grantees, the needs of the Brooklyn nonprofit sector, and community-led solutions.
• Support Development in fundraising efforts, providing information and attending events.
• Participate as active member in organization-wide activities.

ABILITIES AND COMPENTENCIES

• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills: especially the ability to listen well, establish and maintain authentic and professional relationships, and exercise effective and inclusive leadership in cross-cultural and multi-cultural settings.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills: using sound judgment, able to quickly gather, synthesize and summarize information in a clear and jargon-free manner in written and oral communications.  Bilingualism or multilingualism is a plus.
• Strong presentation skills: comfortable making presentations to public audiences and skilled in both group and one-on-one meeting facilitation.
• Intellectual curiosity and learning orientation: commitment to continuously learning and growing, remaining humble and ego-free in the work, striving to minimize power dynamics,
• Flexible and versatile: ability to perform gracefully in various situations and thrive in an environment of flux, ability to anticipate obstacles and creatively offer solutions, serve as a team player.
• Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented approach to managing multiple relationships and initiatives simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, compliant, and confidential data.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 4-7 years of experience in philanthropy, nonprofit, or public policy.  Previous Program Officer experience preferred.
• Strong planning, administrative, and organizational skills: ability to manage multiple tasks and timetables while maintaining focus, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal support.
• Direct work experience and strong familiarity with organizations that fit Brooklyn Org’s funding priorities; especially with community organizing and advocacy in Brooklyn.
• Deep commitment to racial equity, especially as it applies to Brooklyn communities. Passion for Brooklyn communities.
• Demonstrated commitment to Brooklyn Org’s vision and values, specifically a passion for racial and social justice.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

SALARY

Salary Range: $85,000 – $92,000 annually

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Currently full-time employees are expected to work in the BKO office located in Downtown Brooklyn Monday through Thursday with occasional events on Friday.

Brooklyn Org offers an excellent benefits package, which includes 30 days paid time off, 16 holidays, birthday PTO, summer Friday half days, employer-paid health and dental insurance, and a friendly work environment.

DIVERSITY

In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, Brooklyn Org is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. Brooklyn Org does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Brooklyn Org has a competitive and exhaustive benefits and leave plan and the salary range for this position is $85,000 – $92,000 annually dependent on the successful candidate’s background and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume via email to search@brooklyn.org. Please write Program Officer in the subject line of your email and mention where you found this job posting.

ABOUT BROOKLYN ORG

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit – and we demand more for our communities.

Over our 15-year history, we have reimagined the role of philanthropy and provided immeasurable support to communities and nonprofit partners that are leading transformational change for Brooklyn. With a new model for community philanthropy, we are bringing together Brooklynites, Brooklyn backers, businesses, and broader believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.

We are a platform for galvanizing giving. We are here to ensure that ideas are met with resources, challenges are met with solutions, and inequity is met with justice.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships reports to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and is responsible for expanding and diversifying the foundation’s donor-advised fund (DAF) donor base by cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate philanthropists, and professional advisors. By leveraging expertise in philanthropic tax strategies, estate planning, and donor relations, this position will drive the foundation’s growth in DAF participation and ensure a seamless experience for both new and existing fundholders. The Vice President will also manage and provide strategic direction to the Donor Services Manager and the Grants & Compliance Manager, ensuring cohesive service delivery, robust compliance, and impeccable data management. This role requires flexibility, including occasional early morning, evening, or weekend commitments to accommodate donor engagements and events.

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Donor Cultivation & Acquisition

• Proactively identify and engage prospective DAF donors, including high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family foundations, and corporate partners.
• Conduct individualized donor consultations to discuss tax-efficient giving options and long-term philanthropic goals.
• Collaborate with potential donors to customize giving strategies that align with their values, financial objectives, and community impact aspirations.

Strategic Partnerships & Professional Advisor Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with estate planners, tax attorneys, wealth managers, and other financial professionals.
• Host educational seminars, webinars, and workshops to inform advisors and their clients about the benefits and mechanics of DAFs.
• Provide customized tools, resources, and support to assist advisors in discussing philanthropic opportunities with their clients.

Donor Stewardship & Retention

• Coordinate with the Donor Services Manager to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new DAF holders, including fund agreement setup and initial contribution guidance.
• Maintain ongoing engagement with fundholders by offering personalized support, updates, and consultations to maximize donor satisfaction and retention.
• Conduct annual strategy reviews for fundholders, helping them refine their philanthropic focus and achieve greater impact.

Team Leadership & Data Management

• Directly supervise the Donor Services Manager and the Grants & Compliance Manager, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee accurate, secure, and compliant data management practices for all donor records and fundholder information.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance systems and processes that optimize donor engagement, compliance, and relationship tracking.

Legal & Financial Knowledge Application

• Utilize expertise in philanthropic tax strategies, planned giving vehicles (including trusts and bequests), and estate planning structures to guide donors and advisors.
• Ensure all donor agreements, gift structures, and fund management practices comply with IRS regulations, DAF policies, and the foundation’s guidelines.
• Monitor emerging trends and regulations in tax law and estate planning to keep donors and professional advisors informed of new opportunities or requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Nonprofit Management, Philanthropy, or a related field is required.
• Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) or Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) is highly desirable
• 10+ years of demonstrated success in donor cultivation, relationship management, and securing philanthropic commitments, ideally within a community foundation or financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of donor-advised funds, planned giving vehicles, tax regulations, and wealth management strategies.
• Proven ability to develop partnerships and collaborate effectively with professional advisors in estate, tax, and financial planning.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with a track record of building trust and rapport with HNWIs and corporate donors.
• Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented approach to managing multiple relationships and initiatives simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, compliant, and confidential data.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional early mornings, nights, and weekends to accommodate donor-related events.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Currently full-time employees are expected to work in the BKO office located in Downtown Brooklyn Monday through Thursday with occasional events on Friday.

DIVERSITY

In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, the Organization is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. The Organization does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Brooklyn Org has a competitive and exhaustive benefits and leave plan and the salary range for this position is $130,000 – $145,000 dependent on the successful candidate’s background and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume via email to search@brooklyn.org. Please write Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships in the subject line of your email and mention where you found this job posting.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Nonprofit Engagement Manager reports to the VP of Programs and is responsible for the implementation, organization and oversight of the nonprofit capacity building and convenings work of Brooklyn Org. They execute a robust and relevant capacity building program for Brooklyn’s nonprofit sector. The position is located in Brooklyn, NY and will require some early morning, evening, and weekend work. There is a need to travel within NYC via public transportation.

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Capacity Building

• In consultation with senior leadership, implement Capacity Building and Nonprofit Resources program strategy, as part of Brooklyn Org’s overall strategic plan goals
• Coordinate and implement all logistics pertaining to Brooklyn Org’s capacity building programming, including in-person training workshops and meetings, and online webinars
• Implement and facilitate nonprofit convenings, including networking salons, peer groups, regional nonprofit convenings, workshops, and community building events
• Identify and analyze trends impacting grantee and nonprofit capacity building needs to inform programmatic content and themes
• Lead coordinator for the annual Brooklyn Gives year-end local giving campaign activities, including managing technology platform consultants, recruiting nonprofit participants, managing matches and day-of prizes, and collaborating with other departments on communications and donor engagement strategies
• Promote and recruit nonprofits to the Brooklyn Gives Nonprofit Connection platform
• Serve as a general liaison to and resource for Brooklyn nonprofits
• Track and analyze program data and outcomes, including survey feedback, and impact data.

Consultant Management

• Oversee process for finding workshop consultants
• Coordinate consultant contract execution, including payment schedule
• Manage consultants’ progress in relation to contracts and workplan timelines

Internal Collaboration

• Collaborate with Communications team to promote programming and recruit nonprofits to utilize our nonprofit platforms
• Collaborate with the Program Associate to ensure proper tracking of registration and attendance, and the management of materials
• Collaborate with Operations Team on event logistics, contracts, and payments
• Collaborate with Program Officers to identify capacity building support trends
• Collaborate with BKO staff on communicating and reporting on capacity building work

ABILITIES AND COMPENTENCIES

• Strong commitment to advancing racial justice in Brooklyn.
• Strong executioner with excellent facilitation skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills: especially the ability to listen well, establish and maintain professional relationships, and exercise effective and inclusive working relationships in cross-cultural and multi-cultural settings.
• Strong analytical and communication skills: using sound judgment, able to quickly gather, synthesize and summarize information in a clear and jargon-free manner in written and oral communications. Bilingualism or multilingualism is a plus.
• Strong planning, administrative, and organizational skills: ability to manage multiple projects and timetables, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Intellectual curiosity and learning orientation: commitment to continuously learning and growing, ability to approach the work with humility and acknowledge/work to neutralize effect of power dynamics.
• Flexible and versatile: ability to perform gracefully in various situations and thrive in an environment of flux, ability to anticipate obstacles and creatively offer solutions, serve as a team player.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Deep commitment to racial equity and justice
• Strong passion for Brooklyn communities
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5-7 years of work experience in nonprofit, grants, and/or events
• Excellent project management and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a high-performance environment
• Ability to design, implement, and monitor effective workflow processes and procedures
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based platforms and tools

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Currently full-time employees are expected to work in the BKO office located in Downtown Brooklyn Monday through Thursday with occasional events on Friday.

DIVERSITY

In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, the Organization is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making. Additionally, BKO does not base any hiring decisions on an applicant’s history of involvement in the criminal justice system.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. The Organization does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Brooklyn Org has a competitive and exhaustive benefits and leave plan and the salary range for this position is $80,000 – $85,000 dependent on the successful candidate’s background and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume via email to search@brooklyn.org. Please write Nonprofit Engagement Manager in the Subject Line of your email and mention where you found this job posting.