Sr. Associate Capital Development

Self-Help Federal Credit Union; Durham, Chicago, Oakland (NC, IL, CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Self-Help is seeking a Sr. Associate Capital Development to join our Durham, NC team (also serving Chicago, Oakland, and Charlotte). You will lead and support fundraising initiatives to raise capital for mission-driven work, identify new funding opportunities, and negotiate terms with funders.

You will manage complex closing processes, maintain funder relationships, prepare reports, and ensure program compliance across awards, with travel up to 20% and a strong commitment to economic justice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial management, legal, program management, lending or capitalization experience.
• Experience with tax credit programs (NMTC, Historic, LIHTC, or ITC) preferred.
• Strong commitment to economic justice and serving underserved communities.
• Ability to develop and maintain credible internal and external relationships.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% and to work beyond normal hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support fundraising activities to raise capital for Self-Help’s mission-driven initiatives.
• Develop new funding opportunities with banks, foundations, and other funders.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate terms with funders; manage complex finance closings.
• Maintain active funder relationships and provide monitoring and reporting.
• Support program compliance and participate in funding awards audits and reviews.

Skills

Fundraising

Financial management

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Job description

Sr. Associate Capital Development# Self Help Careers## Sr. Associate Capital DevelopmentApply: NC-Durham-301 W Main: IL-Chicago-Bronzeville: NC-Charlotte-Midtowne: CA-Oakland-1970 Broadway: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-100542**Job Description:****WHO We Are:** Self-Help started in 1980 with a focus on economic inequality, especially in communities that have faced systemic barriers to building wealth. At the core of what Self-Help does is a drive to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity. In other words, we’re committed to economic justice! Economic Justice means that all communities have the basic infrastructure they need to thrive, from high-quality schools to grocery stores selling fresh food resources that support opportunities at a neighborhood level regardless of demographics, income, or wealth. Since our founding, we’ve constantly sought new ways to pursue greater economic justice: from providing fair and affordable loans to working with partners to demand that lawmakers change unjust policies.***We are seeking a Sr. Capital Development Associate to join our Durham, NC or Chicago, Ill or Oakland, CA or Charlotte, NC team*****WHAT You'll Do:** * Lead and support fundraising activities to raise needed capital for Self-Help’s mission driven initiatives including:* Developing new funding opportunities with banks, foundations, insurance companies, etc.* Investigating funding opportunities with active and potential funders* Preparing proposals for debt and equity opportunities* Negotiating terms and conditions with funders* Managing or leading complex finance closing processes* Maintaining relationships with active funders* Supporting event planning and implementation* Attending industry conferences and meetings to provide greater exposure of Self-Help to potential funders and the CDFI industry and to learn from industry best practices.* Documenting and tracking commitments to active funders* Preparing quarterly and annual reports for active funders* Providing support for in-depth annual reviews and audits* Support or manage program compliance on various funding awards.* Monitor program team activities and funding needs to ensure actions are consistent with funding and board direction.* Support grant solicitation efforts.* Support program teams in generating high quality program information and managing program compliance on various funding awards.**WHAT YOU'LL NEED*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience; Graduate degree preferred.* 5 years of financial management, legal, program management, lending or capitalization experience; 10+ years’ experience preferred.* Experience with tax credit programs, e.g. the New Markets Tax Credit, Historic Tax Credit, Low Income Housing Tax Credit and/or Investment Tax Credit programs, preferred* Strong commitment to our mission – creating economic opportunity for traditionally underserved communities.* Preference for working in organizations that place priority on teamwork and collaboration.* Ability to learn and effectively present Self-Help’s financial position and mission impacts.* Ability to dissect and prioritize value of funding opportunities.* Ability to manage internal working groups to determine funding priorities.* Ability to develop and maintain credible and trusting relationships with internal and external partners.* Strong ability to promote Self-Help through writing, presentations and networking* Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and/or projects to meet deadlines.* Ability to self-motivate, identify challenges and opportunities and coordinate team responses.* Keen attention to detail and accuracy.* Knowledge of accounting, ability to read and analyze financial statements required and ability to create and interpret financial projections preferred.* Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.* Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%. 2* Ability and willingness to work beyond normal work hours, as needed. **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in negotiating terms of legal agreements.* Experience working in the community development sector, in the CDFI industry Ability to demonstrate Self-Help's Core Values:o Mission Before Selfo Service With Excellenceo Embracing & Promoting Changeo Results Not Credito Diversity as a Strengtho Financial Sustainability for Mission Impact Self-Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.