Chief Philanthropy & External Affairs Leader

Insight Housing

Berkeley (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Insight Housing seeks a Chief Philanthropy & External Affairs Officer to lead external engagement, fundraising strategy, and revenue growth toward a $3M annual goal. The role reports to the CEO and guides philanthropy, policy, and communications across the executive team.

The leader will supervise the Philanthropy Manager and Policy & Communications Manager, cultivating partnerships and building a data-driven, results-oriented culture to advance housing solutions in Northern California.

Qualifications

Proven major gifts and capital campaign leadership with six- and seven-figure gifts.
Strategic thinker who connects philanthropy to programmatic and real estate priorities.
Exceptional relationship builder and external ambassador with donors, funders, and policymakers.
Strong writer and speaker who guides organizational messaging and communications strategy.
Experience mentoring and developing a team, driving culture, and accountability.
Data-informed fundraiser using CRM tools to forecast, segment, and track progress.

Responsibilities

Lead external engagement, communications, and revenue strategy for Insight Housing.
Align fundraising, policy, and communications with organizational priorities and impact.
Oversee philanthropy, policy, and communications initiatives and staff performance.
Cultivate partnerships with donors, funders, and community leaders to advance funding.
Shape and elevate Insight Housing’s brand and messaging across channels.