Current Openings:

Executive Director for Upper Perkiomen Education Foundation (Part-Time)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Executive Director (ED) role is responsible for leading the day-to-day, operations of the Foundation. This includes collaborating with UPSD leadership, outreach to alumni, fundraising, managing selected programs, attracting and managing volunteers, and providing financial oversight. Additionally, the ED executes the Foundation’s strategic plan in a way that promotes a culture of philanthropy. The ED reports to the Executive Committee of the UPEF Board of Trustees (UPEF Board) and works collaboratively with the Board to carry out the organization’s goals and policies. The ED brings a strong work ethic, positive attitude and a well-rounded array of competencies to building an effective organizational structure that best serves the UPEF’s mission, vision and goals.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising: Key responsibility of the Executive Director

·        Coordinate and execute a comprehensive strategy of fundraising in conjunction with UPEF Board and Committees and lead the foundation through implementation

·        Analyze and report out to UPEF board on fundraising analytics identifying opportunities and maximizing fundraising efforts of the Board

·        Develop strategies for donor cultivation, acquisition, retention and stewardship

·        Oversee stewardship and acknowledgment of all gifts and established funds

·        Help develop and lead annual campaign and oversee outreach to various donor groups, including parents, alumni, staff and community partners

·        Research and propose fundraising opportunities including a signature event

·        Draft grant proposals by researching, developing relationships with funders, and submitting grant requests and reports to private and corporate foundations. Additionally, track the results of these grants

·        Manage all EITC requirements

·        Develop a strategy/process for identifying funding needs

Organization Leadership | Board Development

·        Execute the strategic plan and mission of the UPEF and ensure that all UPEF programs and activities are consistent with long-term goals and mission

·        Cultivate support relationships with the Superintendent, trustees, business office, and administration team to ensure an open and collaborative culture that encourages involvement

·        Work closely with committee chairs to meet goals, coordinate efforts and focus on the UPEF mission

·        Work with the Alumni Council to develop and promote programs and events that engage and strengthen alumni connections and encourage their involvement with the foundation

·        Work with the Treasurer, Finance Committee and committee chairs to develop and monitor an annual budget for approval by the UPEF Board

·        Review monthly financial reports of fundraising and expenditures with active discussion on actual versus budget performance

Community Engagement | Marketing

·        Articulate the Foundation’s mission and programs to all audiences in the community as the official representative and spokesperson for the UPEF

·        Ensure development and implementation of marketing strategies in conjunction with the Marketing Committee and the UPEF Board

·        Build positive, collaborative relationships within the school district, and with alumni, businesses, community groups, organizations, including other education foundations to support and enhance awareness of the UPEF and its mission

·        Communicate regularly with UPSD administrators, teachers, students, and alumni

·        Manage and update the UPEF’s website and social media platforms

·        Collaborate with the UPSD Communication Specialist on broad-based communications, press releases and articles

·        Make presentations in and around the community to the UPSD, PTFS, businesses, clubs etc. to increase awareness of the Foundation’s existence and to cultivate potential donors

·        Collaborate with the Marketing Committee to highlight grants, programs, and UPEF impact at UPSD to build awareness and inspire giving

·        Establish positive working relationship with local print and broadcast media

Administration

·        Provide administrative and meeting support to the board president and committee chairs

·        Identify, recruit, train, and energize volunteers to support the mission of the UPEF

·        Work with the District and UPEF committees to oversee and manage all UPEF programs and services

·        Maintain board and organizational documents and policies, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations

·        Maintain board records, minutes and financial records, including:

•        Conflict of interest statements

•        Trustee commitment statements

•        Board and committee meeting minutes

•        Monthly and annual financial reports

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

·        Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably in nonprofit development, and/or Marketing, is required

·        Professional fundraising experience with a track record in raising funds through individual giving with experience in cultivation and stewardship of major gifts

·        Preferred experience in management, including leading staff and/or serving as a nonprofit board member with a focus on leading volunteers

·        Successful track record in all aspects of nonprofit management, development, marketing and fundraising

·        Experience in major gifts, cultivation, stewardship and grant-writing

·        Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills

·        Competence with all standard computer applications including Word, Excel, Power Point and QuickBooks applications and experience using CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software

·        Willingness to fully integrate with the Upper Perkiomen Valley community

·        Passion for education and awareness of the Upper Perkiomen School District and community is a plus

·        Self-motivating, organized, detail-oriented and ability to work independently

·        Event planning experience is helpful

·        Applicants must pass a background check

Employment Terms

·        Exempt staff position, part-time at flexible 25 hours per week

·        Annual salary $45,000 - $50,000

·        Position works collaboratively with UPEF Trustees and Upper Perkiomen School District staff and volunteers

·        Office located in Upper Perkiomen School District Education Center

·        Some evening committee meetings, including monthly Board meetings and evening/weekend events are required

It is the policy of the UPEF to not discriminate and to provide an equal opportunity for all

regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or handicap/disability.

TO APPLY:  Send Resume and Cover letter to: Careers@matchnpc.com

Application Deadline: October 11, 2024     

Start Date:  Open

The Upper Perkiomen Education Foundation (UPEF) is an independent 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that serves as a fiscal intermediary between the private sector and the Upper Perkiomen School District (UPSD). It is the only philanthropic organization that works directly with school leadership to align the investments of partners – private foundations, corporations and businesses, community organizations and individual donors – with the strategies that will impact the success of students attending our neighborhood public schools. The UPEF inspires excellence and innovation in the UPSD and enriches student learning. Through effective solicitation and distribution of funds, the UPEF supports the UPSD in becoming a model of visionary social and educational leadership.