Careers at RAW
Raw Art Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse staff that is reflective of the community it serves. Employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Current Openings:
FINANCE MANAGER
Salary Range: Up to $70,000 at 30hrs a week + benefits
The Organization – Raw Art Works:
Raw Art Works (RAW) was founded in 1988 by a group of passionate art therapists who shared the belief that good things happen when young people feel they are a vital part of a creative community that truly cares. RAW strives to ensure that youth and staff are welcomed into a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment the moment they step through the door. Through the arts, youth are given the tools to process what is going on in their lives, giving them the opportunity to create unexpected ways and envision new possibilities for their future. The strong relationships youth form with RAW peers and staff, and RAW’s culture and program model, contribute to a strong sense of safety, connection, and support. RAW’s mission is to ignite the desire to create and confidence to succeed in underserved youth. As a creative youth development organization rooted in art therapy, over 350 youth, ages 8-19, participate in after-school and summer visual and expressive arts groups, digital film school classes, leadership development opportunities, and college and career access programming. When youth attend RAW, they are seen and heard through a refined blend of art and therapy. Staff trained in trauma-informed care offer grounding for youth who have experienced serious adverse childhood experiences. RAW staff have helped lead the creative youth development movement since its inception, establishing RAW as an organization recognized and respected for its program impact at a national level.
Position Description:
Raw Art Works is looking for a reliable Finance Manager that will analyze everyday financial activities and subsequently provide advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans. The Finance Manager will enable the organization’s leaders to make informed decisions that align with the organization’s long-term goals. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your expertise in financial analysis and strategic planning. By analyzing day-to-day financial activities with precision, you will provide valuable insights and recommendations to upper management. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing financial plans that support RAW’s growth and impact.
Primary Purpose of Finance Manager:
The Finance Manager, reporting to the Executive Director, will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of our accounting records and financial reporting. This position will perform a wide variety of accounting duties. They will also help to develop and standardize Board of Directors-level reports and presentations, participate in special projects to improve reporting, analytical tools and internal processes to enhance management decision process. In collaboration with internal stakeholders, the Finance Manager develops organizational and project-specific budgets to ensure accountability and long-term financial sustainability and provides detailed analysis.
This individual can take advantage of RAW’s hybrid work from home policy with 60% in the office and 40% remote. A strong candidate will enjoy working autonomously in various accounting areas and bring a broad knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and processes.
With a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging, the Finance Manager embraces the importance of these initiatives throughout the organization. The Finance Manager shows commitment to engaging in educational opportunities and provided supervision to learn new skills, and challenge implicit bias while working with a diverse community.
Essential Functions:
Maintain the financial health of the organization
Advise on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should take
Track systems of actual expenses throughout the year in partnership with external accountants for a $3.5M+ and growing budget
Prepare budget reports for ED and senior staff and budget/financial data for grant proposals and reports
Present accurate expense forecasting and budget reports to management and board Finance Committee
Oversee the Accounts Payable activities for proper approvals, invoice capture, expense allocations and ensuring timely payment of vendors
Manage the expense reporting cycle and review reports for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to policy
Review flux and variance explanations as part of the monthly close process for all areas assigned
Liaise with other departments to analyze expenses
Ensure the annual audit process runs smoothly, responsively and efficiently, including preparation of audit request items and schedules
Prepare and maintain dashboards that highlight key financial and operational metrics
Responsible for trend and variance analysis
Oversee the preparation of materials for weekly financial reporting to Executive Leadership Team including opportunities and risks to forecast
Help to develop and standardize Board of Directors-level reports and presentations
Participate in special projects to improve reporting, analytical tools and internal processes to enhance management decision process
In collaboration with internal stakeholders, develops organizational and project-specific budgets to ensure accountability and long-term financial sustainability
Creates cost control and reporting systems, identifies and implements areas of potential cost reduction and income generation, and helps oversee program operations
Is an essential staff liaison with the Board’s Finance and Audit Committees
Any other duties needed to help drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values
Non-Essential Functions:
Continually improves competence by attending supervision and staff meetings, accessing educational resources, and engaging in professional development opportunities while balancing work requirements with learning opportunities
Complies with proper paperwork procedures, prompt follow-up communications and departmental policies
As RAW is an ever-evolving organization, team members are expected to contribute to innovating new ideas, programs, and processes as appropriate
Requirements and Qualifications:
The following are the suggested qualifications for the Finance Manager role at RAW. Studies have shown that marginalized groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every qualification. RAW is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job – not just candidates who check all the boxes. All are encouraged to apply.
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business finance, or a related field
At least 3-5 years of experience with non-profit experience required
Salesforce and Intacct experience is also preferred
High level proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
Outstanding financial and analytical skills and an ability to clearly communicate nuanced ideas/research findings to a wide range of audiences
Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
Outstanding communication skills, including experience making both verbal and written presentations
Ability to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used
Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations
Positive attitude and a strong desire to be a part of a diverse team
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain confidential information
Passion for RAW's mission
Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Physical Requirements:
This is a mostly sedentary job by nature. Requires being able to sit at a desk and use a computer and phone for most of the day, bending and lifting items less than 20 pounds as needed.
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Internal and External Contacts:
Interacts regularly with general employee population in person.
Interacts regularly with Board of Directors.
Interacts regularly with outside vendors in person and on the phone.
Reporting Structure:
This position reports to the Executive Director
Hiring Process:
This role will remain open until it is filled, and interviews will happen on a rolling basis with RAW staff and hiring managers
If RAW would like to learn more about a candidate, the first step in the process will be an initial screening call (or Zoom) with the hiring manager at RAW
The second step will be an in-person interview with the hiring manager and the Deputy Director or other relevant staff members
The third step will either be a job offer from the hiring manager or a final interview to answer any additional questions from the candidate or RAW staff
Salary and benefit negotiations can take place after the job offer is received
Once salary and benefits have been agreed upon, a revised job offer will be signed by both candidate and hiring manager at RAW
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to hiring@rawartworks.org.
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Salary Range: 100k - 115k
The Organization – Raw Art Works
Raw Art Works (RAW), a creative community arts organization rooted in art therapy, believes that all young people should be seen + heard, and that everyone has a story to tell.
Through art, RAW youth create in unexpected ways, and envision new possibilities for their future. Founded in 1988, RAW strives to ensure that youth and staff are welcomed into a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment the moment they step through the door. Through the arts, youth are given the tools to process what is going on in their lives, giving them the opportunity to create in unexpected ways and envision new possibilities for their future. The strong relationships youth form with RAW peers and staff, and RAW’s culture and program model, contribute to a strong sense of safety, connection, and support. RAW’s mission is to ignite the desire to create and confidence to succeed in underserved youth. Over 350 youth, ages 8-19, participate in after-school and summer visual and expressive arts groups, digital film school classes, leadership development opportunities, and college and career access programming. When youth attend RAW, they are seen and heard through a refined blend of art and therapy. Staff trained in trauma-informed care offer grounding for youth who have experienced serious adverse childhood experiences. RAW staff have helped lead the creative youth development movement since its inception, establishing RAW as an organization recognized and respected for its program impact at a national level.
About the Role:
The Development Director nurtures and grows a robust philanthropy program that looks beyond RAW’s current status to envision and sustain an organization striving for ever greater community impact, while adhering to long-term capitalization and short-term operational goals. Directing all aspects of fundraising and adept at in-person solicitation (corporate, institutional, and individual), the Development Director is responsible for over $3 million in revenue with plans to grow revenue significantly. This individual develops and implements strategies and plans to deepen relationships in all segments of the philanthropic community while maintaining a strong knowledge of the local and national philanthropic landscape.
The successful Development Director takes a leadership role both within the organization and externally, interacting frequently with current and prospective supporters to establish beneficial relationships. Reporting to and partnering with the Executive Director, the Development Director is a member of RAW’s Leadership Team, offering input and advice on organizational issues and advancing organizational goals. The Development Director manages the Development Team, which currently includes the Development Manager and two Grants Managers. The Development Director also works collaboratively with the program staff and Board of Directors. Demonstrating a high degree of versatility and resiliency, the Development Director focuses intensely on achieving fundraising goals and prioritizes relationship building while executing the hands-on work required to continue building the fundraising capacity of the team.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Fundraising Leadership and External Affairs
Develop and guide the implementation of RAW’s overall fundraising strategy that responds to recent development assessment, and that will support growth anticipated from the new Strategic Plan in FY26.
Create an actionable written development plan that balances individual, foundation, government, corporate support, as well as alternative income-generating models. .
As a member of the senior leadership team, actively participate in organizational strategic planning and management.
Serve as both a thought leader, and a practitioner who tactically contributes to the team (e.g. writes grant proposals or leads meetings with donors).
Foster interdepartmental collaboration to enhance institutional and individual fundraising strategies.
Collaborate with the Leadership Team and program staff in matters of proposal development, budgeting, reporting, and site visits.
Advocate for RAW’s artistic and community impact and facilitate connections with donors and prospects by becoming a highly visible presence as an external spokesperson, serving on event committees, and attending board/donor events and external community and foundation events as needed.
Stay current and advise on developments in the philanthropic, arts & culture, and economic development sectors and political environments that impact fundraising trends, goals, and strategies.
Donor Identification, Research, Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship
Serve as thought leader for RAW’s ED, advising and collaborating on philanthropic activities and providing strategic advice and preparation for all aspects of relationships with current and prospective donors.
Oversee the development and implementation of ongoing stewardship of major donors, using a moves management framework to create specific, individualized action plans and goals.
Map and leverage the philanthropic and strategic relationships of the Board.
Build trust and relationships with a portfolio of key institutional and individual donors and high-level prospects, with the end goal of personally soliciting gifts.
Craft and deliver written and verbal grant or gift requests from major donors and prospects.
Ensure successful execution of fundraising and donor events and oversee segmented post-event follow-up with donors.
Departmental Operations, Administration and Oversight
Supervise and mentor the development team by setting clear expectations, providing motivation, assisting in their professional development, and maintaining the highest levels of professionalism.
Develop clear roles, responsibilities, and actionable goals for the development team while maintaining a culture of respect and collaboration.
Create simple easy to use systems for foundation assessment, building objective criteria to help teams determine which philanthropic opportunities to go for, which to pass on, and which to defer until later. Ensure effective system implementation of “The Life of a Grant.”
Oversee development systems (fundraising calendar, CRM database, donor and prospect records etc.) to ensure clear process ownership, communication and collaboration.
Serve as liaison with the Finance team to help with budget development and cost tracking.
Establish and ensure standards of excellence (and RAW brand consistency) across all written and digital materials and external communications produced by the development team.
Prepare and monitor development revenue and expense budgets, regularly reporting on development goals and progress to the Executive Director and board of directors.
Serve as an advisor and liaison to board committees as designated by the Executive Director. Prepare timely reports for ED and Board as needed.
Traits and Characteristics:
The successful Development Director is a skilled fundraiser, proactive leader, and outstanding relationship builder with the ability to pursue RAW’s ambitious goals with resilience and determination. This individual enjoys frequent interaction and collaboration with others, demonstrating leadership skills tempered by diplomacy. The Development Director is self-directed with the versatility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, balancing tasks and projects with a sense of urgency. The Development Director possesses outstanding interpersonal and communication skills that inspire collaboration and the ability to articulate compelling verbal and written messages for support to diverse audiences. With a curious spirit and open attitude, this individual actively represents and models a culture of philanthropy and gratitude, explicitly and implicitly. Highly organized and goal-driven, the Development Director brings a passion to positively impact RAW’s success, complemented by well-developed skills and an efficient best practices approach.
Additional competencies for the ideal Development Director include:
Teamwork and Accountability – The ability to build diverse and meaningful relationships, create active participation to accomplish goals, and respond conscientiously to a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Donor Focus and Influencing Others – The capacity to demonstrate appreciation for the diverse views and needs of a multitude of constituents and build rapport with community, business, and philanthropic leaders.
Planning, Organizing, and Prioritization – The dexterity to establish realistic timelines and ascertain top priorities for optimum productivity of development efforts.
Key Qualifications:
The following are the suggested qualifications for the Development Director role at RAW. RAW is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job – not just candidates who check all the boxes. All are encouraged to apply.
Minimum of 5-7+ years’ experience in a fundraising management position at a comparable mid-to-large-sized non-profit organization (3M+ operating budget).
Both qualitative and quantitative analytical skills, with the ability to clearly communicate information for a diverse group of stakeholders.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to take a project from assignment to completion, manage multiple simultaneous requests for information, and prioritize accordingly to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated success and progressive leadership experience in fundraising and development, ideally with exposure to the nonprofit landscape.
Expertise and interest in supporting the building and streamlining of internal systems and processes for the development department
Experience growing individual giving programs and donor bases, with an interest and affinity for forging and cultivating new relationships
Exposure to foundation and grant work, with ability to provide relationship and strategic support to grant staff
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an ability to weave that commitment into the development department’s practices
Able to think strategically to engage across multiple platforms with various audiences simultaneously.
Interest in analytics and in converting data into actionable strategy and/or improvements to fundraising programming and delivery.
Excellent organizational skills and capacity to prioritize and manage time well, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work as a self-starter without oversight, and as a team player who productively engages with others within and outside the organization.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to hiring@rawartworks.org.