Executive Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa.

📋 Description

• Create and implement an annual fundraising strategy in collaboration with the Senior Vice President of Regional Leadership to meet revenue objectives.

• Build and nurture relationships with corporations, foundations, and individual donors to expand and enhance private sector funding.

• Develop and lead grant writing initiatives targeting philanthropic, state, and federal funding opportunities.

• Involve the advisory board and key stakeholders to secure financial contributions and manage donor relationships.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to enhance brand visibility and support fundraising communications.

• Establish and maintain relationships with funders, partners, government entities, and community leaders.

• Represent the organization to external stakeholders, lawmakers, and educational leaders to promote program adoption and support.

• Manage and oversee stakeholder visits and site engagement activities.

• Work with the advisory board to align with community, political, and educational dynamics.

• Provide strategic vision and leadership to ensure program fidelity, exceptional member and partner experiences, and compliance with AmeriCorps regulations.

• Implement recruitment and retention strategies to achieve enrollment and retention targets for AmeriCorps members.

• Lead program expansion into new areas and ensure the preparedness of new sites.

• Supervise program budgets, align resources with fundraising goals, and guarantee grant compliance.

• Utilize program data and evaluation results for ongoing improvement and enhanced student outcomes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.

• Over 10 years of leadership experience in organizational management, program management, or a similar field or sector.

• Demonstrated success in fundraising and forming strategic partnerships.

• Experience in managing philanthropic and community relationships; strong local connections are preferred.

• Familiarity with navigating public policy and political landscapes to garner support and secure resources.

• Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic plans that consistently meet or surpass goals.

• Excellent communication skills with the capacity to convert complex ideas into actionable solutions.

• Strong commitment to service and mission-driven work that enhances student and community outcomes.

• Willingness to travel locally and statewide as required for meetings.

• Capability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups in various settings both within and outside the organization.

• Proficiency in leveraging current and emerging technologies to achieve desired outcomes.

• Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy items weighing up to 25 pounds.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Supportive work environment.