Executive Director Foundation

ShareHouse•Fargo, ND

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This position leads the ShareHouse Foundation, a subsidiary 501(c)3 of ShareHouse Inc., whose mission is fundraising and development to support the mission of the greater organization. This leader will work in partnership with the ShareHouse Foundation Board of Directors (BOD) and ShareHouse Inc. President/CEO in setting strategic goals and executing initiatives. This position develops and leads fundraising strategies and programs to cultivate philanthropic support for the organization, while a small but growing Foundation team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in related discipline such as business administration, management, finance or similar program.
Five years’ experience of progressively responsible fundraising, business development, sales or non-profit leadership.
Experience working with non-profit boards.
Familiarity with various forms of Giving Platforms (Donor Dock, Donorbox, etc.) and Gift/Giving Programs (Annual, Major, Planned, etc.).
Must possess and maintain valid driver license and be able to be insured according to company insurance standards.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree, preferably in related discipline such as business administration, management, finance or similar program.
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
Experience leading a non-profit foundation or development department.
Experience with capital campaigns or endowment development.

Responsibilities

Build and enhance relationships with potential and past donors to solicit annual gifts for continued funding or programs.
Establish and manage processes and procedures for funds, recognition of donors, use of funds, etc. to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Work within all vehicles of giving - special events, planned giving, annual giving, and major giving - to provide multiple gifting opportunities to current and potential donors.
Partner with President/CEO to execute major gift asks through the development of a portfolio.
Achieve annual fundraising goals across individual, major, planned, and event-based giving.
Build, manage, and actively participate in a portfolio of major donors and prospects, including direct solicitation and stewardship.
Develop and execute a multi-year philanthropic strategy that increases charitable revenue and supports the long-term sustainability of ShareHouse.
Identify emerging philanthropic trends and opportunities that advance the mission and strategic goals of the organization.
Establish measurable fundraising objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly report progress to the Foundation Board.
Partner with the Foundation Treasurer and Finance Department to oversee Foundation assets, investments, endowments and restricted funds.
Monitor fundraising performance against budget and provide financial forecasts to the Foundation Board.
Assist in establishing procedures, practices and policies that determine appropriate use of gifts and ensure legal, accurate, and ethical solicitation and use of gifts in accordance with ShareHouse Foundation Board directives.
Schedule, organize and facilitate all BOD meetings, retreats and other BOD activities to ensure regular meeting times, timely exchange of information, and education opportunities for Board members.
Responsible for timely and accurate communication with the BOD to provide all information necessary for the BOD to function properly and to make informed decisions.
Responsible for the fiscal integrity and management of ShareHouse Foundation to include submission to the BOD of a proposed annual budget, which accurately reflects the financial condition of the Foundation.
Provide leadership in the advocacy of ShareHouse and representation of the organization at outside meetings in a positive manner to increase awareness of substance use disorder and mental health, generate interest and understanding of program to develop donation and philanthropic opportunities.
Recruit, orient and retain board members for ShareHouse Foundation Board of Directors to ensure appropriate representation and diversity for the Foundation.
Attend ShareHouse Inc. leadership meetings and activities as needed.
Partner with President/CEO and Board and Event Specialist to lead all aspects of ShareHouse Marketing.
Write, maintain and update policies that govern the ShareHouse Foundation.
Communicate Foundation events, activities and other relevant information to ShareHouse staff.
Serve on committees as assigned by BOD.