What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at Employment Resource Group, Inc.?
Foundation Executive Director - Leading Educational Advancement
Intro/Summary
Join a prominent public educational foundation in the Midwest as their next Executive Director, where you'll drive philanthropic strategy and lead transformative giving initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to bridge institutional advancement with donor engagement, working alongside senior leadership to shape the future of higher education through strategic philanthropic leadership.
Job Duties
- Provide strategic direction for foundation operations, including policy development and implementation
- Lead donor engagement initiatives, dedicating 75% of time to managing and cultivating major donor relationships
- Drive metrics-informed advancement operations across major gifts, planned giving, alumni relations, and corporate partnerships
- Oversee foundation financial operations, including fund management and disbursement approval
- Collaborate with institutional leadership to align philanthropic initiatives with strategic priorities
- Serve as key liaison between the foundation board and institutional leadership
- Build and maintain relationships through regular travel and event representation
Qualifications
- Proven track record in philanthropic leadership and major gift cultivation
- Experience in foundation or higher education advancement
- Strong financial acumen and understanding of foundation operations
- Demonstrated success in strategic planning and implementation
- History of building and maintaining high-level stakeholder relationships
Desired Traits
- Strategic thinker with exceptional relationship-building abilities
- Collaborative leader who can unite diverse stakeholders
- Strong communicator capable of engaging with high-level donors and board members
- Results-driven professional with metrics-focused mindset
- Passionate advocate for higher education advancement
- Ability to travel regularly and represent the organization at various events
This role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact on educational advancement while working with dedicated professionals and engaged donors. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking institution committed to educational excellence through philanthropic support.
