Sr. Associate Capital Development

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, committed to economic justice. We are seeking a Sr. Capital Development Associate to join our Durham, NC or Chicago, Ill or Oakland, CA or Charlotte, NC team. Self-Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

Lead and support fundraising activities to raise needed capital for Self-Help’s mission driven initiatives; 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

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience; 5 years of financial management, legal, program management, lending or capitalization experience; 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; Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%; Ability and willingness to work beyond normal work hours, as needed

Nice to have

5+ years... 10+ years’ experience preferred; Graduate degree 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; Knowledge of accounting, ability to read and analyze financial statements and ability to create and interpret financial projections; Experience in negotiating terms of legal agreements; Experience working in the community development sector, in the CDFI industry