Executive Director, Foundation & Philanthropy

Lakeland Community College; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Community College seeks an Executive Director for The Lakeland Foundation to lead strategic philanthropy, fundraising initiatives, and donor relations across Northeast Ohio. Reporting to the College President, you will guide the Foundation's fundraising programs, oversee staff, and work closely with the Board of Directors to advance the college's mission and priorities.

You will build partnerships with corporations, foundations, and individuals, maintain alumni engagement, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• Minimum five years fundraising experience with demonstrated success in individual giving and securing major gifts.
• Demonstrated staff management experience and ability to work with non-profit boards and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to build relationships with external and internal constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Craft long-term philanthropic strategy aligned with the College’s mission and KPIs.
• Serve as principal gifts officer, identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors.
• Forge partnerships with external organizations to secure new funding sources.
• Build long-term relationships with corporations, foundations, and civic organizations in Northeast Ohio and Lake County.
• Maintain visibility and alumni engagement for Lakeland.
• Provide strategy for fundraising communications and Foundation branding.
• Oversee donor communications and ensure donor intent compliance.
• Lead Foundation staff and manage the annual budget.

Skills

Self-starter

Creative thinking

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Lakeland Community College seeks an Executive Director for The Lakeland Foundation to lead strategic philanthropy, fundraising initiatives, and donor relations across Northeast Ohio. Reporting to the College President, you will guide the Foundation's fundraising programs, oversee staff, and work closely with the Board of Directors to advance the college's mission and priorities.

You will build partnerships with corporations, foundations, and individuals, maintain alumni engagement, and ensure