Executive Director

The Alameda Education Foundation is a small but mighty nonprofit in Alameda, California. The AEF Executive Director is the key management leader. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

• Work with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning, and community outreach
• Develop resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization
• Oversee operations of the organization
• Work with the Board in order to fulfill the organizational mission

Professional Qualifications:

• Nonprofit management experience
• Passionate about serving youth
• Community mindedness
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• High integrity and conscientiousness
• Vision balanced by attention to detail
• Budget management skills
• Strong organizational abilities
• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and nonprofit donor relations
• Grant writing experience
• Skills to collaborate with and motivate board members and volunteers
• Ability to oversee and collaborate with staff
• Skills to partner and develop relationships with community groups and organizations, including the school district, businesses, business groups, social service groups and other nonprofits.

For a detailed job description, please visit: https://alamedaeducationfoundation.org/about-aef/career-opportunities/

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to Jobs@AlamedaEducation.org. Applications are being received from Oct. 1 - Oct. 21, 2024.