Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring an Executive Director to provide executive guidance to a dynamic team while managing fundraising, budgeting, and stakeholder relationships. You will ensure the effective delivery and expansion of programs that improve outcomes for children and schools.
What You'll Do
- Lead regional financial strategies, including fundraising, earned income, and board development.
- Develop and implement budgets aligned with regional goals.
- Oversee program planning, execution, evaluation, and quality with the regional leadership team.
- Establish and nurture partnerships with schools, districts, community groups, and funders.
- Manage and mentor staff and board members to meet regional objectives through coaching and collaboration.
- Collaborate with national teams and other regional directors to share best practices and promote organizational learning.
- Represent the organization externally, building connections with like-minded institutions.
What We're Looking For
- Proven success in fundraising across multiple philanthropy sectors including corporations, major donors, and foundations.
- Extensive experience building relationships with school districts, government entities, and community partners.
- Strong leadership background with experience managing high-performing teams and boards.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders persuasively.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, adaptability, and creativity in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Commitment to the mission of improving child and school outcomes through play.
- Deep knowledge of the regional philanthropic and educational landscape.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 10+ years of leadership experience in nonprofit, government, education, or private sectors.
- Comfortable using technology to enhance organizational operations and initiatives.
Nice to Have
- Advanced degree preferred.
Team & Environment
You will work collaboratively with a regional advisory board and cross-functional partners. You will also collaborate with national teams and other regional directors.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $148,400
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k).
- Generous flexible paid time off policy including sick and holiday leave.
- Remote work based in Northern California with flexible scheduling and travel to Bay Area schools.
- Opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic, mission-driven organization.
Work Mode
This is a remote position requiring the candidate to be based in Northern California, USA.
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is committed to creating a mission-driven environment focused on improving child and school outcomes through play.
