Maryland Nonprofits · 15 hours ago
Executive Director
Ellicott City, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expBright Minds Foundation is the educational foundation of the Howard County Public School System, dedicated to enhancing educational equity and access for all students. The Executive Director will manage strategic priorities, fundraising, and organizational programs while engaging with diverse stakeholders and ensuring operational efficiency.
ConsultingLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Work with the Board of Directors towards the organization’s long-term strategy and to ensure timely and consistent progress towards the achievement of its mission, goals, objects and values
Serve as a liaison to the HCPSS regarding the school system’s emerging needs and priorities, which may require targeted private fundraising efforts
Responsible for knowledge of and compliance with the Memorandum of Understanding between Bright Minds Foundation, the Board of Education, and the Howard County Public School System
Provide leadership in developing programs, strategic fundraising, and financial plans, working with and reporting on such activities to the Board of Directors. Carry out plans, programs, and policies authorized by the Board
Evaluate Bright Minds Foundation’s programs and the use of the organization’s funds to determine program effectiveness as well as the effectiveness of the use of funds raised by the organization
Develop and present the Annual Report
Collaborate with the Board of Directors to recruit, manage, and develop board members and promote active board participation by volunteers
Work with the Board of Directors to develop a fundraising strategy and lead its implementation
Build, cultivate, and proactively manage diverse relationships with HCPSS, State of Maryland, Howard County Government officials, corporate community giving offices, charitable foundations, and community organizations
Lead the planning and execution of annual fundraising events
Research, identify, and evaluate new grant opportunities that align with the organization’s mission, working with relevant stakeholders to write, submit, and satisfy reporting requirements on deadline
Develop compelling narratives that tell the story of the Bright Minds Foundation, utilizing data to demonstrate the effectiveness of the organization in assisting those in crisis
Working with the Communications Committee, develop and execute a communications plan to effectively and regularly communicate the events, accomplishments, and needs of the organization and to motivate donors and stakeholders to continue their support of the Bright Minds Foundation
Create a volunteer program to engage the community around support for organization events and operational needs
Maintain and/or file official records and documents, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Develop system for effectively administering the Student Scholarship program
Manage publicity of activities of the organization – its programs and fundraising events. Coordinate marketing efforts, including written materials, website, social media, and press releases
Manage administrative, bookkeeping, and human-relation functions required to maintain day-to-day operations
Supervise staff in accurately recording all donor gifts and promptly distributing thank you letters to donors
Provide leadership and support to organization staff and contractors
Qualification
Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Great attention to detail
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and independently manage workload
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) Google apps, and Adobe
Proficient in QuickBooks or comparable Accounting software
Proficient in donor database software and/or customer relationship management (CRM) software
Communications experience in the following mediums: social media, newsletters, website
Proficiency in use of databases – data entry and report generation
General knowledge of financial reports: balance sheets, P&L reports
Passion for public education and community partnerships
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in education, business management, or nonprofit management
Minimum 2 years of Development experience
Budget and fiscal management experience
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 80% of the time
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others can easily understand
Ability to operate a computer, producing documents, sending email, etc
Must have the ability to move around the office
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds
Some travel (10%) required for events and donor meetings
Please submit both a cover letter and a resume
Preferred
Master's Degree
Marketing experience
Event Planning experience
Company
Maryland Nonprofits
Maryland Nonprofits is a nonprofit organization that offers consulting, training, and legal services for the nonprofit community.
11-50 employees
Funding
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Heather Iliff
President and CEO
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