Executive Director, IHF

The Mission of the Indian Hill Foundation (the “IHF”) is to innovate, accelerate and enrich the learning and engagement in our classrooms and beyond and strengthen the connections between the district and the community. The Foundation achieves its purpose by building philanthropic resources in partnership with alumni, parents, students and the community. 

The Executive Director reports to the IHF Board of Directors (the “Board”) and is responsible for execution of the IHF Mission. S/he is responsible for planning, directing and implementing philanthropic activities to support educational initiatives above and beyond those the Indian Hill School District (the “District”) can afford on its own to provide. The Executive Director will carry out the policies established by the Board and have overall responsibility for the selection, evaluation, implementation and expansion of programs.

Indian Hill Foundation
Executive Director Job Description
The Mission of the Indian Hill Foundation (the “IHF”) is to innovate, accelerate and enrich the learning and engagement in our classrooms and beyond and strengthen the connections between the district and the community. The Foundation achieves its purpose by building philanthropic resources in partnership with alumni, parents, students and the community.

Overview: The Executive Director reports to the IHF Board of Directors (the “Board”) and is responsible for execution of the IHF Mission. S/he is responsible for planning, directing and implementing philanthropic activities to support educational initiatives above and beyond those the Indian Hill School District (the “District”) can afford on its own to provide. The Executive Director will carry out the policies established by the Board and have overall responsibility for the selection, evaluation, implementation and expansion of programs.

Key Functions:
Philanthropic Development
• Serve as the “face“ of the IHF with donors, stakeholders and community leaders
• Enhance the IHF’s image by being active and visible in the community; create and cultivate connections with other nonprofit leaders, donors, partners and anyone who has an interest in the Mission of the IHF
• Manage the flow of funds to ensure the IHF is advancing its Mission (donations are ending up in the intended place)
• Engage IHF Board, individual donors, and corporate partners to raise funds for current and future programs and activities
• Plan and direct fund development programs in the areas of annual giving, corporate giving, estate planning, grants, memorials and honorariums
• Cultivate and steward a portfolio of major gift donors and qualified prospects to support board approved IHF initiatives.
• Actively engage and energize IHF volunteers, board members and event committees to raise funds
• Supervise the maintenance of accurate records for all fundraising activities, donor gifts and sponsors
• Acknowledge donors by providing appreciative follow up and ongoing communications
• Submit grant requests and reports to private foundations as to enhance the IHF Mission
• Execute donor retention standards as outlined in the IHF strategic plan
• Comply with all relevant tax reporting requirements and audits
• Work with the team to develop and produce communications, social media, etc. to educate teachers, parents, donors and the community about the Foundation, special events and programs
• Create Foundation/programs awareness through presentations to businesses, school organizations, community organizations and individuals

Programming
• Collaborate with the District Superintendent to identify District funding priorities and programs
• Ensure programs are in line with the Mission of the IHF
• Work with the District (administration and support groups) and Foundation Teams to monitor the management of all programs and services of the Foundation
• Utilize effective and efficient systems to regularly evaluate program success
• Improve/enhance program-delivery through existing partnerships and collaborations
• Supervise and coordinate the planning and execution of activities and events
• Supervise IHF’s role in Capital Campaigns

Administration and Operations
• Set the tone and culture for the IHF team; focus on learning and development, regular staff meetings and adherence to core values
• Maintain files and software systems to support all projects and program operations, including a Foundation fundraising database and an alumni database
• Work in conjunction with the Treasurer and Finance Committee to develop and administer the annual budget. Monitor financial reports and monthly financial statements to ensure budget parameters are met
• Supervise team
• Supervise volunteers
• Work with the Board to develop and execute the Foundations strategic plan
• Work with the Board to recruit volunteers to serve on the Board and/or committees
• Attend Board meetings and prepare reports, set agenda with President, follow-up with IHF team
• Develop teamwork among Board members, volunteers and District staff
• Maintain an active succession plan for Board members and IHF team
• Plan, direct and supervise the production of all IHF publications
• Work with the President to plan the Foundation’s Annual Retreat

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of five years of professional experience– preferably all, or part, in non-profit sector
• Experience in financial, personnel, program administration and office management
• Entrepreneurial mindset…self-motivated, innovative
• Strategic and goal oriented
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and inter-personal skills