Executive Director

Background

The “I Have A Dream” Foundation (IHDF) is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower children from under-resourced communities to succeed in school, college, and career by providing academic, social, and emotional support from elementary school through college, along with postsecondary scholarship support. Our vision is a world where every child has equal access to the educational and career opportunities that will ignite their innate potential.

‍

Position Summary

The “I Have A Dream” Foundation - Dallas is seeking a part-time Executive Director to work closely with the Dallas Board in growing this chapter.

The Executive Director will provide leadership, vision, and the day-to-day management of fundraising activities, operations, and programs. They will build and manage critical relationships with key constituencies: board members, donors, community partners, local schools, staff, and IHDF National. They will work with the IHDF-Dallas’s board to clarify and implement strategic goals, broaden IHDF-Dallas’s base of support through successful fundraising and program impact, and oversee the financial health and stability of the organization. They will also manage, train, and support a team to ensure the quality of all programming.

‍

Responsibilities

‍Organizational Leadership:

• Inspire commitment and collaboration towards the shared vision, ensuring alignment of the organization’s culture with IHDF’s mission and values.
• Contribute to the rich National IHDF network through participation in the National Affiliate Leadership Council, conferences, and events.

‍Fundraising and Development / Fiscal Management:

• Serve as the nonprofit’s chief fund development officer, working in collaboration with the board to create a fund development strategy which identifies prospective funding sources across diverse channels.
• Craft all grant proposals in collaboration with a grant writer, and submit all grant reports.
• Develop and maintain relationships with individual, foundation, and corporate donors to ensure fundraising strategies and goals are achieved.
• Plan, market, coordinate, and execute all fundraisers and special events.
• Prepare and manage the organization’s annual budget, working with the board to ensure adequate fiscal systems and controls.
• Strategically allocate resources within the budget and operate within budget guidelines.
• Build and grow the organization’s in-kind support and relevant community partnerships.

‍Program and Team Leadership, Management, and Administration:

• Leads, manages, and develops a collaborative, high performing team (paid and volunteer) to ensure the overall success and wellbeing of Dreamer Scholars.
• Oversees the execution of all aspects of the IHDF-Dallas program, including high quality academic, enrichment and SEL programs, mission-aligned policies and organizational systems.
• Establishes and maintains sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with partner schools, community groups, and organizations that can contribute to IHDF’s program and participants.

‍

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal skills, qualities and characteristics:

‍A Passion for the Mission

• The Executive Director will have a passion for the mission of IHDF and the organization’s history, model, and potential for future impact. This leader will be driven to create opportunity for students from historically marginalized communities. They will model openness, honesty, and accountability to colleagues, volunteers, donors, and all others involved with IHDF-Dallas. The Executive Director will be an empathic leader, treating others with respect. They will be an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

‍An Expertise in Development and Fundraising

• The Executive Director will be an experienced leader with a measurable track record of success in fundraising and development. This leader will have the expertise and mindset to build out IHDF-Dallas’s development operation and will bring their own network to the organization. This leader will also build strong relationships with current and potential donors and the board, and create special events throughout the year. The ideal candidate will have a knowledge of the Dallas philanthropic, non-profit, business, and education landscape.

‍Education & Experience

• The Executive Director will have an Advanced Degree in Education, Social Work,Not- For-Profit Management or other relevant field and/or a minimum of five years of equivalent experience in volunteer administration/management, preferably in a non-profit environment working within a school or school related program with youth. An understanding of social-emotional support is important.

‍Physical and Cognitive Requirements necessary to perform this job

• The Executive Director will have strong problem-solving, decision-making, analytical, and cognitive skills. The Executive Director must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand or sit for long periods of time, and conduct oral presentations, read, and communicate effectively.

‍Reporting Relationships

• The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors. The number of direct reports will include a Program Director(s), Mentor Coordinator, AmeriCorps members, and other paid staff and volunteers.

‍

Schedule: 20-24 hours per week

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits (medical and dental insurance) and top of the market paid time off (vacation, sick leave, paid holidays).

Location: Dallas, TX (with hybrid flexibility)

‍

How to Apply

Note: This is a syndicated job post, meaning it was not posted to Fractional Jobs directly, so we don't have control over the application process. To apply, click on the "View Application" and follow the application's instructions.