DeKalb County School District
Central Office_Foundation Executive (Community Empowerment Innovation and Partne
DeKalb County School District, Stone Mountain, Georgia, United States, 30083
Position Type:
Community Empowerment Innovation and Partnerships/Foundation Executive
Date Posted: 7/11/2025
Location: Community Empowerment Innovation and Partnerships The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional
Foundation Executive.
Salary Grade/Schedule : Unified 130 Salary Schedules : Click Here
The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Title:
Foundation Executive
The Foundation Executive leads the growth and fundraising efforts of the DeKalb Schools Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting the DeKalb County School District (DCSD). This strategic, people-focused leader brings expertise in nonprofit fundraising, planning, and team management. The Foundation envisions every DCSD student graduating with a meaningful diploma and a resilient plan for success.
Essential Functions:
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Collaborate with DCSD leadership and the Foundation Board of Directors to align growth and revenue strategies with the organization's mission. •
Set clear fundraising goals and performance metrics. •
Lead a multi-channel fundraising strategy-including individual giving, corporate and foundation partnerships, events, and planned giving-to diversify revenue and deepen donor engagement. •
Stay current on philanthropic trends and apply innovative practices to expand funding opportunities beyond traditional methods. •
Engage the Foundation Board of Directors and the DeKalb County community in fundraising and stewardship efforts. •
Ensure efficient, data-driven development operations that support annual budget goals. •
Oversee the execution of fundraising initiatives and events, utilizing tools for tracking and forecasting. •
Partner with DCSD's Division of Finance to ensure compliance and accurate reporting. •
Coordinate with DCSD's Communications Department to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals and messaging; communicate progress regularly to stakeholders. •
Promote a culture of philanthropy across DCSD and DeKalb County. •
Secure significant gifts and sponsorships while building a strong pipeline of future funders. •
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS •
A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred, ideally in a related field from a Georgia PSC-accredited institution. •
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in a nonprofit fundraising, major donor engagement, and corporate partnerships, with a strong track record of scaling philanthropic efforts. •
Proven experience in fundraising, nonprofit management, or foundation work, particularly in collaboration with or reporting to a volunteer board.
07/11/2025
Attachment(s):
Foundation Executive.pdf
Date Posted: 7/11/2025
Location: Community Empowerment Innovation and Partnerships The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional
Foundation Executive.
Salary Grade/Schedule : Unified 130 Salary Schedules : Click Here
The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Title:
Foundation Executive
The Foundation Executive leads the growth and fundraising efforts of the DeKalb Schools Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting the DeKalb County School District (DCSD). This strategic, people-focused leader brings expertise in nonprofit fundraising, planning, and team management. The Foundation envisions every DCSD student graduating with a meaningful diploma and a resilient plan for success.
Essential Functions:
•
Collaborate with DCSD leadership and the Foundation Board of Directors to align growth and revenue strategies with the organization's mission. •
Set clear fundraising goals and performance metrics. •
Lead a multi-channel fundraising strategy-including individual giving, corporate and foundation partnerships, events, and planned giving-to diversify revenue and deepen donor engagement. •
Stay current on philanthropic trends and apply innovative practices to expand funding opportunities beyond traditional methods. •
Engage the Foundation Board of Directors and the DeKalb County community in fundraising and stewardship efforts. •
Ensure efficient, data-driven development operations that support annual budget goals. •
Oversee the execution of fundraising initiatives and events, utilizing tools for tracking and forecasting. •
Partner with DCSD's Division of Finance to ensure compliance and accurate reporting. •
Coordinate with DCSD's Communications Department to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals and messaging; communicate progress regularly to stakeholders. •
Promote a culture of philanthropy across DCSD and DeKalb County. •
Secure significant gifts and sponsorships while building a strong pipeline of future funders. •
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS •
A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred, ideally in a related field from a Georgia PSC-accredited institution. •
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in a nonprofit fundraising, major donor engagement, and corporate partnerships, with a strong track record of scaling philanthropic efforts. •
Proven experience in fundraising, nonprofit management, or foundation work, particularly in collaboration with or reporting to a volunteer board.
07/11/2025
Attachment(s):
Foundation Executive.pdf