Director of Philanthropy

Gilman Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Work from home days

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Gilman Partners in Cincinnati seeks a Director of Philanthropy to lead strategic philanthropy, family engagement, governance, and grant administration for a multi-generational family office.

As a client-facing leader, you will chair meetings, translate philanthropic priorities into actionable strategies, and collaborate with senior leaders to design meaningful donor experiences. This role requires 7+ years in philanthropy and strong advisory skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 7+ years of philanthropy or foundation support experience.
• Experience with a Grant Management System.
• Experience serving ultra-high-net-worth families or in a family-office environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead thought leadership and execution in strategic philanthropy, family engagement, governance, and grant administration.
• Manage client and family meetings, including Foundation and grant committee meetings.
• Translate complex philanthropic issues into clear, actionable information for family members.
• Prepare for and facilitate presentations and discussions with family members.
• Support strategic initiatives of the Philanthropy Team and related collaborations.

Skills

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CAP/CTFA preferred

Tools

Grant Management System

Job description

• Are you a philanthropic leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, client service, and family engagement?
• Would you be energized by partnering directly with a multi-generational family to shape and advance their philanthropic vision and impact?
• Are you excited by the opportunity to work alongside a sophisticated, growing philanthropy team on meaningful, complex initiatives?

ABOUT THE COMPANY

A single-family office that provides a diverse array of services, including investment and estate planning, tax, accounting, fiduciary, and philanthropic services to a multi-generational family with a controlling stake in a publicly traded corporation.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

The Director of Philanthropy will be a core member of the Philanthropy team responsible for thought leadership and execution in strategic philanthropy, family engagement, governance, and grant administration. As a client-facing member of the team, this individual will work closely with family members to understand their philanthropic interests and goals, facilitate thoughtful decision-making, and help translate those priorities into meaningful philanthropic strategies and experiences. This position will report to the Chief Philanthropy Officer.

Planning, Family Relations & Engagement

• Create, maintain, and manage individual giving strategic plans
• Lead and facilitate client and family meetings, including Foundation and grant committee meetings, creating an environment that encourages thoughtful discussion, engagement, and decision-making
• Prepare for and lead client presentations and discussions, translating complex philanthropic issues and recommendations into clear, compelling information for family members
• Contribute to Foundation meetings with a focus on bringing strategic solutions, as needed
• Partner with the CPO and colleagues to prepare for and facilitate presentations and discussions with family members
• Support strategic initiatives of the Philanthropy Team
• Contribute to, manage, and execute on philanthropic experience for family members
• Strategize, create, manage, and execute philanthropic events, in collaboration with staff
• Create, assist, execute, or identify opportunities to enhance family education
• Coordinate and collaborate with relationship managers, tax team and wealth management team
• Travel periodically to meet with clients across the country to support philanthropic activities, meetings, site visits, events, and other family-led philanthropic experiences
• Lead a focus area committee
• Coordinate production of materials
• Present as needed to Foundation Board
• Coordinate and interact with nonprofit organizations within the focus area

Marketing and Communications

• Collaborate with External Director on publications, annual reports, and other acknowledgement collateral
• Work with and support the External Relations Director and CPO on internal and external marketing and communications strategies
• Support External Relations Director in messaging, website updates, and collateral materials

Management & Governance

• Manage a small team of Philanthropic Specialists
• Consult with Senior Leadership, peers, and CPO on complicated gifts
• Assist with data collection and organization for tax filings
• Create, assist, execute, or identify opportunities to enhance internal education

Family Dynamics and Advancement

• Contribute to value based or intergenerational communication skills
• Functional knowledge of communication, negotiation, or facilitation skills
• Support Client Services with development, creation, and implementation of educational tools
• Coaching of colleagues on usage of tool or direct implementation of tool
• Develop functional knowledge of grant management system mastery of grant management system as super-user
• Approve assigned grants
• Coordinate with Director of Philanthropy Operations

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Other applicable credentials such as CAP, 21/64, or CTFA preferred
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in a philanthropy role, or in a role demonstrating support of foundations or tax-exempt entities
• Must have experience with a Grant Management System
• Demonstrated progressive level of skills and responsibility, preferably in an ultra-high net worth or grant making context
• Demonstrated success serving as a trusted advisor to clients, families, or other high-net-worth stakeholders, with the presence and communication skills to lead meetings, facilitate discussions, and guide clients through complex philanthropic decisions.
• Demonstrated talent for managing a large portfolio of relationships in a timely manner
• Experience with grant making strategies
• Experience working directly with ultra-high-net-worth families or other highly sophisticated philanthropic clients; experience in a family-office environment is highly valued.

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Exceptional interpersonal presence and the ability to build trust with family members and clients, navigate differing perspectives, and facilitate productive conversations and decisions.
• Confident and polished facilitator who can lead a room, engage diverse personalities, and communicate complex philanthropic concepts with clarity and sensitivity.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse, challenging, and creative personalities
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and multitask
• Superior written and oral communication skills

THE PAYOFF

• Work with a team that is supportive, engaged, and passionate about the mission.
• Perform good and meaningful work and grow within an organization that has a focus on employee development.
• Be part of an organization that is growing in both size and philanthropic impact.
• Help leave a lasting legacy in a variety of communities through philanthropy.
• The Family Office offers an enviable work life balance that includes team-oriented work environment and competitive compensation package.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability, paid training, paid holidays, paid time off, volunteer time off, 401(k) plan with match and profit sharing in addition to work from home days.

DIVERSITY/INCLUSION STATEMENT

Gilman Partners is committed to strengthening leadership teams and elevating the talent in our communities – and that means all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ability, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or national origin. You don't have to meet every qualification in this job description to apply. If you're drawn to the position and believe your experience makes you a good fit, we encourage you to reach out.