Director, International Philanthropy Services for NGO Repository
(Regular, Full-Time, Exempt)



~We are seeking a candidate with work experience in international
grantmaking~



We are seeking candidates who have solid senior management experience
and a strong track record of experience in international grantmaking or
Equivalency Determinations who would like to leverage your talents to
better the world, we have a unique opportunity for you. The ideal
Director, International Philanthropy Services should be an experienced,
enthusiastic, and socially minded individual in order to play a critical
role in building a new, innovative and complex, web-based subscription
service for U.S. grantmakers that has the potential to be an amazing
force for good in international philanthropy. Conceived and backed by
major foundations and key philanthropy sector partners, this new service
will make it easier and less costly for international grantmakers to
provide cash grants to NGOs and social benefit organizations in
countries outside the U.S. Specifically, the service will facilitate
the process for grantmakers and NGOs to satisfy the IRS criteria for an
Equivalency Determination. An online NGO repository of international
grantees will be designed and created, and you will play a key role in
implementing the service and setting the strategic direction to grow
efficiently while maximizing positive impact on global civil society.



This position will provide a unique, entrepreneurial opportunity to
apply your skills, experience and leadership to an idea that many can
see the immense potential value of, but that only a few will have the
skills to implement well. You'll be engaging with leading foundations;
senior, mission-oriented leaders at nonprofits; our global partner
network of NGO capacity-building organizations; and TechSoup Global's
San Francisco and European based staff. Moreover, you will assist with
the implementation of the program from the ground up, while continuing
to develop your expertise in international grantmaking. If you find you
are not quite satisfied by simply leading a program or grants
administration team, but would like to broaden your impact and be a part
of changing the face of international philanthropy, you should not miss
the chance to investigate this truly one-of-a-kind opportunity. If you
are interested in challenging projects, business decision making,
international exposure, and making a difference in the world, please
contact us to learn more about this position.

About TechSoup Global:

TechSoup Global is a nonprofit organization that has been successful in
creating a suite of high impact services that facilitate corporate
philanthropy and benefit community service organizations in a
financially sustainable model. For more than two decades, our mission
has been to work toward the day when every community service
organization on the planet has access to the technology resources and
information they need to achieve their own missions. Founded in 1987,
we currently have more than 170 staff members and an annual budget of
about $23 million. TechSoup Global helps other nonprofits better serve
their missions by acquiring and using technology, implementing web and
social networking, and receiving grant funding and product donations.



Working with capacity-building partners across the world, TechSoup
Global is actively expanding our program outside the US. We establish
partnerships with in-country NGOs to implement our highly effective
product donation program, while adapting to local business practices,
laws, and cultural imperatives. In the process, we're building a global
network of partners all focused on empowering NGOs through the effective
use of technology. We're in 22 countries to date and adding more each
month.



Through our TechSoup Stock website, nonprofits find a broad range of
software donated by leading tech companies such as Microsoft, Cisco,
Symantec, Intuit, and Adobe, along with content and community resources
tailored specifically for a nonprofit audience. To date we have enabled
over $1 billion in technology donations world wide.



Based upon the strength of our global network, our expertise in building
scalable web systems, our history of working both with donors and with
recipient NGOs, and our experience building one of the fastest growing
sustainable social enterprises, TechSoup Global was recently selected to
build a new service for international philanthropy. Backed by major
foundations and key philanthropy sector partners, this new service will
create a global database of nonprofits and NGOs, making it easier and
less costly for international grantmakers to provide cash grants to
social benefit organizations in countries outside the U.S.

TechSoup Global is dedicated to creating and supporting an environment
of openness, trust, and fun where people's differences are valued and
respected, and where people of diverse backgrounds participate fully in
our organization. We believe that the diverse cultures and perspectives
of our staff will help us better serve our clients. TechSoup Global is
an equal opportunity agency and will not allow discrimination based upon
race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, domestic partner
status, ancestry, national origin, weight, height, physical or mental
handicap, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation,
gender identity, citizenship, veteran status, AIDS/HIV status, age, or
socioeconomic background.

What You'll Do:



The Director of International Philanthropy Services will design,
implement, and manage the operations of the NGO Repository. In
addition, you will be part of the team developing new standards,
processes and procedures for the entire organization, as well as
applying our core capabilities to new service delivery models.



Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the
following:



* Provide strategic focus, vision, and detailed direction to a
NGO Repository team that you will be responsible for building and
mentoring.

* Project manage business and operations teams supporting the NGO
repository, including marketing / communications, business development,
partner network support, and IT.

* Design and implement the business processes and workflows to
enable an optimized 501(c)(3) Equivalency Determination service for
international grantmakers.

* Work with TechSoup Global attorneys, internal Eligibility
Review Board, and external resources to determine US 501(c)(3)
equivalency in target countries.

* Adapt IRS regulations and/or grantmaker guidelines to NGOs in
new countries, research and understand the impact of local regulations
or requirements on the validation process.

* Clearly communicate standards and processes to global partners.

* Periodically audit grants to measure compliance.

* Provide training & support to partners in application and
handling of eligibility determinations and renewals.

* Communicate and manage projects with outside counsel.

* Keep informed of IRS and nonprofit regulations, both
domestically and globally.



Required skills and experience:



* Four or more years of (1) equivalency determination experience
for U.S. foundations making grants to international grantees, (2)
international grantmaking experience, OR (3) equivalent experience.

* Strong people management skills, with key interest and focus on
mentoring and coaching teams of people. General management experience
required.

* Ability to "think big" at the strategic level, but also detail
oriented and operational focused

* Ability to communicate with different audience levels,
including foundation executives, legal professionals, government
representatives, partners, and internal staff of all levels. Ability to
effectively understand and communicate complex information with a global
audience in a culturally sensitive manner, both in written and verbal
communications.

* Skilled at defining and implementing complex, regulatory and
business processes.



Preferred skills and experience:



* Broad exposure to the NGO sector in multiple countries,
including governance, finance, definitions, and legal forms.

* Knowledge of IRS regulations, Private Letter Rulings, and IRS
Revenue Procedure 92-94 strongly preferred. Strong understanding of 26
U.S.C. section 501(c)(3) and exempt organization law a plus.

* J.D. degree and/or C.P.A a plus.

* Able to define workflows and processes for operations and
qualification for multiple programs and in multiple countries.



To Apply:



This position is regular, full-time and exempt. The position is based
in San Francisco, CA. To be considered, please follow these steps:



1. Review our Web site at: www.techsoupglobal.org
<http://www.techsoupglobal.org/>
2. Review the NGO Repository Web site listed above
3. Send a cover email that:

a. addresses your ability to do this work
b. demonstrates an understanding of your commitment to the
nonprofit and philanthropic sectors

4. Include your resume as text pasted within the body of your email
to directorIPS@...

TechSoup Global is dedicated to creating and supporting an environment
of openness, trust, and fun where people's differences are valued and
respected, and where people of diverse backgrounds participate fully in
our organization. We believe that the diverse cultures and perspectives
of our staff will help us better serve our clients. TechSoup Global is
an equal opportunity agency and will not allow discrimination based upon
race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, domestic partner
status, ancestry, national origin, weight, height, physical or mental
handicap, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation,
gender identity, citizenship, veteran status, AIDS/HIV status, age, or
socioeconomic background.

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Jon Fuezy - HR Generalist
TechSoup Global
435 Brannan Street, Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94107-1780
Office: 415-633-9448
Fax: 415-633-9400
http://www.techsoupglobal.org/
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