Job Number:
HC-03924
Date Posted:
March 16, 2026
Position Title:
Vice President, External Engagement
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Women’s Refugee Commission (WRC)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC, New York, NY
Contact:
Salary:
$180K – $240K
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Vice President of External Engagement (VP) is a senior leader responsible for growing and diversifying the organization’s revenue and elevating its visibility and reputation.Reporting to the Executive Director (CEO) and serving as a key member of the leadership team, the VP oversees individual giving, institutional giving, and communications & brand.10+ years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising and/or external relations, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Responsibilities:
• Develop a multi-year external engagement strategy aligned with the strategic plan and revenue goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across development and communications.
• Manage, cultivate, and grow a personal portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects.
• Oversee pipeline development, proposal writing, reporting, and relationship management with institutional funders.
• Develop and implement an integrated communications and brand strategy that raises the organization’s profile among donors, partners, traditional and digital media, policymakers, and the public.
Qualifications:
• Proven track record of securing and stewarding significant gifts from individuals and institutions.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational, and project and staff management skills.
• Effective public spokesperson with strong ability to represent the organization at high level events and in the media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft and articulate a compelling case for support.
• Comfort working with data and analytics to drive decision-making.
Instructions:
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Equal opportunity employer. and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
