Executive Director, Impact-Driven Philanthropy

Raikes Foundation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Raikes Foundation seeks a visionary Executive Director to advance its mission in education, youth homelessness, and expanded learning opportunities. The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with trustees, and an unwavering commitment to equity and social justice.

The ED will guide program strategy, grantmaking, advocacy, and external partnerships, while nurturing a high-functioning team. Based in Seattle, the Foundation emphasizes learning, collaboration, and impact-driven

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in nonprofit/philanthropy
• Strong equity and inclusion lens
• Experience with grantmaking and advocacy
• Experience managing staff and reporting to trustees

Responsibilities

• Provide organizational leadership to trustees and staff
• Advance strategic priorities in Education and Youth Homelessness
• Lead the foundation’s strategy, fundraising and external relations
• Foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace and culture

Skills

Leadership

Equity focus

Strategic planning

Public advocacy

Communication

Team development

Governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s preferred

Job description

The Raikes Foundation seeks a visionary Executive Director to advance its mission in education, youth homelessness, and expanded learning opportunities. The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with trustees, and an unwavering commitment to equity and social justice.

The ED will guide program strategy, grantmaking, advocacy, and external partnerships, while nurturing a high-functioning team. Based in Seattle, the Foundation emphasizes learning, collaboration, and impact-driven