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Director of Philanthropic Advising

2 months ago

San Francisco, United States Magic Cabinet Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $147,000.00if based in Seattle; $162,750.00 if based in the San Francisco Bay Area

Director of Philanthropic Advising

Full-time, Exempt

FIRM/Non-Negotiable - $147,000.00 if based in Seattle Area, WA or $162,750.00  if based in in San Francisco, Bay Area 

Candidate must live in the Puget Sound Area or San Francisco Bay Area to be eligible. 


Magic Cabinet ("MC") is a philanthropic foundation that seeks to fundamentally redefine how philanthropy and nonprofits partner for sustainable and thriving communities. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced leader to build and direct a new team focused on philanthropic advising. This position will lead, plan, and implement philanthropic advising and delivery services with a focus on community-centered principles.

Magic Cabinet's Mission Magic Cabinet champions communities' work by partnering with nonprofits and other philanthropists to achieve the nonprofits' missions. We do this by providing long-term capacity-building grants, access to peer networks, and advocating for the broader adoption of collaborative, trust-based philanthropic practice. 


Magic Cabinet's Vision We believe that nonprofits, community, and philanthropy can help build a just and equitable world by working in solidarity. 


Magic Cabinet's Values


  • Ongoing Partnership. We engage in deep, collaborative, long-term relationships through multi-year grants, our investments in nonprofits, and support.
  • Equity. We purposefully and actively redistribute power to weigh community voice.
  • Trust. We support authentic and reciprocal relationships amongst nonprofit peers.
  • Flexibility. We are committed to listening and adapting to ever-changing community needs and contexts.
  • Informed Decision Making. We ground ourselves in data and translate research and feedback into innovative practice.



Director of Philanthropic Advising responsibilities include: 


Philanthropic Advising (30%) 

  • Refine and implement philanthropic advising offerings and systems;
  • Build a portfolio of philanthropic advising partnerships by identifying and cultivating new and existing relationships; 
  • Develop strategies to move philanthropic clients up the ladder of engagement and commitment to community-centered practices; 
  • Cultivate and maintain open, transparent, and supportive relationships with philanthropic clients; 
  • Collaborate with Program, Research, and Advocacy teams to provide values-based support to funders, ranging from supporting the creation of customized grantmaking models to providing direct grantmaking services.


Documentation and Continuous Learning (10%)

  • Develop and implement a system to document philanthropic client activities for internal management, learning, and iteration;
  • Meet with philanthropic and foundation peers to understand individual needs and sector-wide opportunities.


Strategy and Execution (15%) 

  • Develop philanthropic advising team building upon previous work and learning;
  • Attend select MC board meetings, retreats, donor and cultivation events as an ambassador of Magic Cabinet, its partners, and its values;
  • Respond to varying and evolving needs and opportunities.


Leadership (20%) 

  • Partner closely with MC's leadership team to establish high-level strategy and internal communication and alignment; 
  • Participate in sharing and cross-team discussion of ongoing work, and internal team successes and failures;
  • Work with members of the philanthropic advising team to help set individual and group goals.


External Relationships (15%) 

  • Meet regularly with external partners;
  • Advocate for MC's unique approach to community-centered philanthropy; 
  • Help the team stay current on philanthropic trends through research and connections with experts in the field; 
  • Seek opportunities to learn from and share new grantmaking approaches and models;
  • Work with MC peers to develop, host, and participate in regional events that support collaboration and networking among nonprofit, foundation, and philanthropic advising clients.


Administrative Duties (10%)

  • Utilize computer and Internet-based software, including spreadsheets, presentation software, project management tools, video conferencing, survey administration, and collaborative documents
  • Participate in internal meetings and training.
  • Participate in self and peer-review processes.
  • Participate in operational systems and procedures, such as expense tracking and documentation.
  • All Magic Cabinet staff members are encouraged to participate in the betterment of Magic Cabinet’s procedures and processes.


You are well qualified if you have/are: 

  • At least ten years of experience in philanthropy and/or business development; 
  • A commitment to or curiosity for community-centered, innovative philanthropic approaches;
  • Experience building and launching significant initiatives from the ground up;
  • Demonstrated experience building and hiring new teams;   
  • A strong professional network in the philanthropic and/or venture capital sector;
  • Excellent leadership, project management, and relationship-building skills;
  • Experience working with high-net-worth individuals;
  • Able to establish trust, communicate directly and clearly;
  • A skilled collaborator who is comfortable working in groups and team-based settings;
  • Comfortable presenting in front of groups and excellent interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills, including public speaking skills; with a high degree of emotional intelligence; 
  • Able to develop, implement, and track/monitor budgets;
  • The ability to commit to limited regional and domestic travel;
  • Consulting experience is a plus. 


The Magic Cabinet provides all full-time employees with:

  • Medical insurance is covered at 100% for you
    • 90% for your dependents
  • Generous dental and vision care stipend for you and your dependents
  • Life Insurance 
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Potential to earn a 401(k) bonus each year
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Parental leave program
  • The ability to work from the office or home
  • Home office stipend for internet and other home office needs 
  • Foundation-paid continuing education and networking opportunities 


Application deadline: 12:00pm (Noon) on 8/28/2024

Tentative Interview schedule: 

  • First Interview - Week of September 9th
  • Second Interview - Week of September 16th
  • Final Interview - Week of September 23rd


Equal Opportunity Statement: 

Magic Cabinet is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate community leadership while cultivating an inclusive environment for all employees.