Executive Director, Education Foundation & Fundraising

Applitrack; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Allentown School District Foundation (ASDF) seeks an Executive Director who will lead the organization, align with the ASD, and advance educational opportunities for Allentown students. The role requires a strong track record in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and financial stewardship to sustain programs and growth.

The Executive Director will cultivate donor relationships, manage communications, and supervise staff and volunteers while reporting to the ASDF Board.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience as a director of a non-profit or development officer in an educational setting.
• Experience with financial oversight and budget development.
• Experience with public relations, marketing, social media and event planning.
• Experience with fundraising and grant writing, with a proven track record.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of urban education challenges in Allentown is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to fulfill the Foundation’s mission and grow support for Allentown students.
• Oversee general management, including supplemental programming.
• Identify and cultivate donor relationships and develop EITC funding.
• Oversee finances, budgets and reporting to the Board.
• Lead grant writing and fundraising strategy; manage communications and publicity.
• Coordinate events and board activities with ASDF leadership.

Skills

Non-profit leadership

Budgeting

Public relations

Fundraising

Grant writing

MS Office

Urban education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Allentown School District Foundation (ASDF) seeks an Executive Director who will lead the organization, align with the ASD, and advance educational opportunities for Allentown students. The role requires a strong track record in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and financial stewardship to sustain programs and growth.

The Executive Director will cultivate donor relationships, manage communications, and supervise staff and volunteers while reporting to the ASDF Board.