Orr Group · 5 hours ago
Director, Advisory Services
Washington, DC or New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $135K/yr
8+ years expOrr Group is a strategic partner to nonprofit organizations, helping them solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. They are seeking a Director to lead strategic Advisory Services engagements and deliver exceptional service across a range of organizational planning and fundraising strategy projects.
AssociationFinancial ServicesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Oversee project management, guide day-to-day account operations, drive teamwork strategies, and serve as the day-to-day liaison with the client
Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for a portfolio of client projects, in partnership with the senior engagement lead
Build and manage strong working relationships while escalating strategic questions or decision points to senior leadership as appropriate
Stay current on sector trends and share insights to help shape client strategies
Facilitate discovery and planning conversations and partner with senior leaders in executive- and board-level engagements
Oversee project scopes, timelines, and work plans, ensuring high-quality deliverables are met within scope, budget, and deadlines
Partner with Orr Group Impact Officers and other internal colleagues to identify opportunities for contract renewals and expanded service offerings
Co-lead the design and execution of strategic planning, development planning, case development, feasibility assessments, and campaign planning engagements in collaboration with senior leadership
Lead the day-to-day execution of qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis; synthesize insights into clear, compelling narratives and strategic recommendations
Develop strategic frameworks, revenue projections, staffing recommendations, and implementation roadmaps
Facilitate working sessions with client team to gather input, test ideas, and refine recommendations
Produce high-quality deliverables, including reports and presentations, that translate complex information into actionable guidance
Set and communicate the day-to-day direction of project workstreams, ensuring alignment with the senior engagement lead on strategy, priorities, and decision-making
Manage team workloads, delegate and prioritize tasks, and oversee timelines, budgets, and quality control while escalating key risks or strategic decisions to senior leadership
Coach junior colleagues while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture
Ensure all client-facing materials are developed to a high standard, with the Director responsible for advancing key deliverables to near-final form for senior review and approval
Mentor junior team members by modeling professional communication, thought leadership, and effective client service
Contribute to firm-wide initiatives, committees, and special projects that shape Orr Group’s priorities and culture
Build expertise in development planning, campaign strategy, organizational assessments, and related Advisory offerings
Share insights and best practices to strengthen the firm’s intellectual capital and service excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
8+ years of nonprofit sector experience, ideally in fundraising, development operations, strategy, or related function
Previous consulting experience is welcomed but not required; candidates with nonprofit leadership or strategy experience who can apply that perspective in an advisory environment are strongly encouraged to apply
Experience leading strategic, multi-stakeholder initiatives within a fundraising or nonprofit context (e.g., campaign planning, major gift strategy development, portfolio reviews, development department restructuring, board engagement, program growth planning, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to assess information, identify patterns or opportunities, and translate insights into clear recommendations or action plans
Strong analytical skills with the ability to review data (fundraising, financial, operational, or CRM) and synthesize key findings for leadership
Excellent written communication skills, including experience preparing materials for executives, boards, donors, or external partners
Demonstrated success in building relationships and collaborating with organizational leaders and cross-functional teams
Strong facilitation skills, able to guide discussions, gather input, and move groups toward decisions
Proven project management abilities, with experience managing timelines, deliverables, and team workflows across complex initiatives
Leadership experience, whether through direct supervision or leading cross-functional efforts or initiatives
Familiarity with fundraising best practices or nonprofit management principles; comfort learning new tools, frameworks, and approaches
Interest in or familiarity with AI-powered productivity or fundraising tools
Flexibility to work varying hours to meet deadlines when needed
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision plans
A 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid holidays
Generous paid time off
Company
Orr Group
Orr Group was born out of a need for event management and fundraising support in the philanthropic sector.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Steve Orr
Managing Partner and Co-Founder | Nonprofit Fundraising, Strategy, and Innovation
Tiffany F.
Interim CFO & Senior Director of Finance
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