Welcome to the Calahan Foundation
The Calahan Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to "giving a hand out to give a hand up" through its community outreach and scholarship programs. Since its inception in 2009, the foundation has grown significantly, now offering an annual cohort of students four-year scholarships in its Calahan League of College Scholars (CLoCS) Mentoring Program. As a close-knit, dedicated, and dynamic family, the Calahans are committed to expanding their reach and impact, particularly through their scholarship and mentoring programs with high school and college students. To learn more about the foundation's work, please visit http://www.calahanfoundation.org.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Director to oversee the foundation's programs, strategic planning, budgeting, and financial administration, as well as fundraising and development, and external relations. This is an external-facing role that requires building and cultivating relationships with key stakeholder groups, including the board, family, staff, volunteers, community members, donors, and students. The ideal candidate will be a highly relational and skilled project manager who enjoys bringing creativity and efficiency to their work and is energized by supporting students with scholarship funding to achieve their academic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Board to prepare agendas, provide written materials, and guide meetings to ensure the board is informed and motivated to commit to specific tasks
- Collaborate with board leadership and virtual admin assistant on board development, volunteer recruitment, and committee organizing, bringing best practices to board and volunteer management
- Oversee and project manage the foundation's annual scholarship program, including the application, interview, and selection process
- Assess the structure, capacity, and overall health of the foundation's programs and events, identifying opportunities for growth and partnership
- Develop a solid understanding of the foundation's goals and ideals, implementing strategies to ensure mission-aligned programs and events
- Maintain excellent working relationships with board leadership, staff, and program/event volunteers
- Anticipate challenges, resolve issues quickly, and manage crises effectively
- Develop and implement a fundraising and development strategy, including annual, individual, and institutional giving, with key performance indicators for success
- Identify and solicit viable prospects for giving, ensuring alignment between the foundation's work and prospective donors/funders
- Oversee and project manage the foundation's annual scholarship and awards gala, focusing on continuous improvement, smooth operations, and increasing dollars raised
- Serve as the primary external representative of the foundation, building and maintaining relationships across stakeholder groups
- Attend events and conventions of relevance to the foundation, as needed
- Draft, manage, and monitor an annual budget, ensuring the board receives timely, clear, and accurate financial data
- Maintain a solid understanding of the foundation's overall health at all times
Essential Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in nonprofit fundraising and development, with a proven track record of success
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholder groups
- A solid understanding of budgeting and financial management, with experience in drafting and managing annual budgets
- A passion for the foundation's mission and a commitment to supporting students with scholarship funding
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:
- Experience in a leadership role, such as an Executive Director or Program Manager
- A background in education or a related field, with a understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing high school and college students
- Experience with grant writing and proposal development, with a track record of securing funding from individual and institutional donors
- Knowledge of best practices in board and volunteer management, with experience in developing and implementing strategies to engage and retain board members and volunteers
Skills and Competencies
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and competencies:
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholder groups
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A solid understanding of budgeting and financial management, with experience in drafting and managing annual budgets
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of initiative and self-motivation
- Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to adjust to changing circumstances and priorities
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
As an Executive Director with the Calahan Foundation, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and development strategy, with a focus on growth and expansion
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholder groups, including the board, family, staff, volunteers, community members, donors, and students
- Oversee and project manage the foundation's annual scholarship program, with a focus on continuous improvement and increasing dollars raised
- Collaborate with board leadership and virtual admin assistant on board development, volunteer recruitment, and committee organizing
- Develop and implement strategies to engage and retain board members and volunteers, with a focus on best practices in board and volunteer management
Work Environment and Company Culture
The Calahan Foundation is a close-knit, dedicated, and dynamic family that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination. As an Executive Director with the foundation, you will be part of a collaborative team that is passionate about supporting students with scholarship funding and making a positive impact in the community.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
The Executive Director is a part-time (20 hours per week), contract position with strong potential to renew and grow, depending on fit and fundraising outcomes. The compensation is $40,000 per year, with opportunities for professional development and growth. The foundation offers a flexible work environment, with the ability to work remotely a majority of the time. The selected candidate must be available, as needed, for in-person meetings at the office, with occasional evening and weekend work required, particularly during events/meetings.
Conclusion
If you are a passionate and experienced nonprofit leader looking for a part-time opportunity to drive scholarship programs and fundraising growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. As an Executive Director with the Calahan Foundation, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community, build and maintain relationships with key stakeholder groups, and develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and development strategy. Don't miss this chance to join a dynamic and dedicated team and take your career to the next level. Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story.
Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with the Calahan Foundation!
Apply Now Apply Now