Lions World Vision Institute · 15 hours ago
Foundation Executive Director
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expLions World Vision Institute is seeking a Foundation Executive Director to enhance their charitable contributions through strategic fundraising initiatives. The ED will lead a capital campaign and manage a team to secure funding for mission priorities while collaborating with various stakeholders.
Health CareMedicalNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Ash Oberlin
Responsibilities
Direct a capital campaign to build a 30M+ Vision Health Center; build a volunteer campaign advisory board, direct campaign strategy and solicitation priorities, manage prospect lists, execute cultivation plans, prepare, and provide support to volunteers and staff for all aspects of the campaign
Oversee a comprehensive annual fund campaign, including personally managing a portfolio of major gift prospects ($25k+), and increasing net revenue of current fundraising events
Manage a Foundation Board of Directors whose purpose is to support the philanthropic goals of the organization; recruit board members, provide reports and other administrative support needed for the Board to make informed decision
Collaborate with Institute’s lobbyists in the acquisition of County, State, and Federal appropriations and/or recurring contributions; preparing appropriations requests and case for support, advocating in Tallahassee as needed
Experience with Planned Giving vehicles to create a program for the Foundation
Direct the strategy for increasing funding through grants; writing grants as required
Manage Foundation staff to ensure they are meeting desired goals and objectives
Oversee tracking and measurement of fundraising activities and restricted funds monthly with the accounting team to ensure the fundraising team will reach set goals
Serve in a leadership role in the organization, reinforcing a culture of philanthropy through participation in State of the Company addresses, and develop effective forms of internal communication
Serve as an ambassador to the local community, including public speaking opportunities as they arise
Additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
Demonstrated fundraising success in a complex organization
15 years total experience
7-10 years of progressive experience in development
5-7 years of direct management experience
Exceptional organizational, project management and management skills
Outstanding communication skills; presentation, verbal, and written
Exhibit diplomacy and tact
Self-directed problem solver
Ability to develop and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization
Ability to collaborate and share information across teams
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends as needed
Maintain relevant business intelligence to achieve goals and objectives
Possess strong Microsoft Office Suite proficiency and experience with fundraising software
Preferred
Experience in healthcare or higher education
Company
Lions World Vision Institute
Lions World Vision Institute is a global nonprofit dedicated to honoring vision as a basic human right.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.05MKey Investors
Community Foundation Tampa Bay
2025-06-18Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Betty Viamontes, (Author) CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Jonathan Bryant
Director of Partner Relations
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