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RPA New York, NY, United States of America
Onsite
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Senior Advisor has a portfolio of assigned fiscal sponsorship projects and has the responsibility for developing and
maintaining strategic partnerships with both the leadership of the project and the funders of the project. The Senior
Advisor provides strategic advice [counsel sounds legal at RPA] for assigned client relationships involving frequent
interaction with clients and active support for charitable project outcomes funded by various grants to the project. The
Senior Advisor is the lead on a relationship supported by other team members to handle service transactions and
support and guidance.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
Lead the guidance and support for the delivery of a group of significant projects within a function, using an appropriate
project management methodology to give assurance that the intended outcomes of RPA team contributions are
identified and achieved.
PROJECT SCOPE DEFINITION
Lead the planning and delivery of a wide range of information gathering and stakeholder consultation activities and
specify, negotiate, and agree on RPA operational deliverables ensuring integration across the program.
PROJECT RISK AND ISSUE MANAGEMENT
Manage identification of risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints associated with the project, escalating these where
appropriate. Where necessary, develop, agree on, and implement solutions to overcome these.
PROJECT TEAM MANAGEMENT
Leads team engagement; defines the guidance required to achieve outcome, coordinates team actions across project
activities; coordinates flow of additional team members’ efforts; and builds the capability of the team through training,
coaching, and mentoring.
BUSINESS ANALYSIS
Interpret the philanthropic need and identify solution recommendations to operational problems at a project unit level.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Support business development opportunities through the cultivation of key external relationships, representing the
organization in desirable networks, and generating proposals and related content as needed.
COMPLEXITY AND PROBLEM- SOLVING
• Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to work independently while providing guidance and training to
others on planning, organizing, prioritizing, and overseeing activities to efficiently meet business objectives.
• Works at an advanced level to shift into and out of a mental mindset associated with assessing the facts and
circumstances of the current situation and/or environment and making the appropriate/innovative adjustments
to thinking and work habits to thrive in any scenario. Typically works independently and provides guidance.
• Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to negotiate independently while providing guidance and training to
others on how to help the organization by obtaining consensus between two or more internal or external parties
who may have different interests.
• Works at an advanced level to prioritize components of a project, program, or portfolio work in context with
risks, activities, stakeholders, etc. across the life of the project or program. Typically works independently and
provides guidance.
• Able to work independently or with minimal ongoing supervision, but also able to function collaboratively as
part of a broader client team as needed.
• Contributes meaningful creative insights, original ideas, and strategic counsel that distinguishes the organization
from competitors.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
• Works with full competence to identify, acquire, and manage the resources (physical and human) for the
project. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to Assistants, Associates, and Advisors as needed. Provide directional guidance,
feedback, and training as needed. Coordinate and manage tasks to support projects.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND E XPERIENCE
• A Bachelor’s and graduate work or equivalent experience preferred.
• Previous professional experience in the philanthropic or related field with increasing responsibility and proven
effectiveness in working with Grantmakers, programs, grant seekers, and non-profit organizations in content
creation and or research (7-9 or more years of experience)
• Skills/Knowledge: An understanding of the broad spectrum of private philanthropy, including trends in giving
and key issues.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be willing to travel for client work as needed
The incumbent in the role must demonstrate a commitment to RPA’s Mission and Values:
At Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, our mission is to accelerate philanthropy in pursuit of a just world, by providing deep global expertise to make philanthropy more thoughtful, equitable and effective.
o We believe that philanthropy can help create a better world.
o We make decisions that center people and communities.
o We believe philanthropy has a responsibility to pursue equity.
o We uphold the highest standards of integrity and trust.
o We are committed to learning and sharing knowledge.
If our mission resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. You may bring valuable perspectives and experiences that aren’t captured here but could contribute meaningfully to our work. We’re excited to learn what you can offer.
Compensation & Benefits
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health coverage, retirement benefits, paid sick leave, vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement and access to professional development resources.
The salary range is one component of the total compensation package for employees.
Compensation for employees hired outside the United States will be established in accordance with applicable local market practices, employment laws, and other applicable requirements.
Application Process
Applications will be reviewed as received. In order to be considered, all applications must include a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications and your resume. The position will remain open until filled.
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors celebrates the uniqueness of our staff, our partners, and the communities we serve. We are committed to inclusion with the goal of cultivating a culture of belonging and acceptance. We strive to embed this value in our philanthropic work to advance a more just, equitable and sustainable world.
RPA is an equal opportunity employer.
