Executive Director, Indian River Education Foundation (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Indian River County seeks an Executive Director for the Indian River Education Foundation. The role leads external investment, partnerships, and community engagement to advance student success within the district's strategic plan.

It works closely with the Board to drive resource development and organizational stability. The position requires strong fundraising, leadership, and communications skills with experience supporting governance bodies and managing large-scale

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; advanced degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit leadership, business development, communications, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, business development, marketing, or nonprofit leadership preferred.
• Demonstrated success in securing funding, building partnerships, grant writing, and achieving measurable revenue targets.
• Experience working with or supporting a Board of Directors or similar governance structure.
• Exceptional communication, technology, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive strategy and measure impact.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives.
• Experience planning and executing large-scale events, campaigns, or initiatives.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.
• Knowledge of the education sector and familiarity with Indian River County are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Strategically lead and scale a high-impact development and engagement system.
• Secure resources and mobilize the Fund Board as a strategic engine for fundraising.
• Cultivate philanthropic, corporate, and community partnerships.
• Align initiatives with the District Strategic Plan and priorities.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to ensure financial stability.

Skills

Fundraising

Partnerships

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in nonprofit leadership or related field

Job description

Executive Director, Indian River Education Foundation (2026-2027)

Job Description

Description:
The Executive Director of the Indian River Education Fund (The Fund) serves as the lead strategist for external investment, partnership development, and intellectual and community engagement. This role builds and sustains a high-performing development ecosystem that drives measurable impact aligned to the District Strategic Plan Initiatives: Connected by Community, Fueled by Innovation, and Driven by Leadership and the Fund's Strategic Priorities: Leadership & Innovation.

Operating with an entrepreneurial mindset, the Executive Director cultivates philanthropic, corporate, and community partnerships to secure major investments and mobilize the Fund Board as a strategic engine for resource development and community alignment. The Executive Director is a highly visible ambassador, capable of advancing complex financial conversations that support high standards for academic success in a system-driven district. The Executive Director works closely with a Board of Directors to set organizational direction, manage programs and services, cultivate relationships with stakeholders, and ensure the organization's financial stability.

Knowledge of local, state, and national policies, which impact all levels of K-12 education. Knowledge of innovative instructional programs throughout the state. Knowledge of national, state, and district educational goals and standards. Ability to read, interpret, and implement State Board of Education rules, School Board policies, and appropriate federal and state statutes. Ability to understand Florida statutes related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.

Job Summary:
To strategically lead and scale a high-impact development and engagement system that secures resources, mobilize the Fund Board, and builds community partnerships, aligned to the District's strategic initiatives to drive measurable outcomes and advance student success.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree preferred; advanced degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit leadership, business development, communications, or related field preferred.

2. Minimum of 3+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, business development, marketing, or nonprofit leadership preferred.

3. Demonstrated success in securing funding, building partnerships, grant writing, and achieving measurable revenue targets.

4. Experience working with or supporting a Board of Directors or similar governance structure.

5. Exceptional communication, technology, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

6. Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive strategy and measure impact.

7. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives.

8. Experience planning and executing large-scale events, campaigns, or initiatives.

9. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

10. Knowledge of the education sector and familiarity with Indian River County are desirable.

Application Procedure

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Salary Information

Administrative. Pay Grade EXEC DIR. Two hundred fifty days worked per year (12 months). FLSA Exempt.

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Contact Information

• Takeisha Harris
• 6500 57th Street
• Vero Beach, Florida 32967
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]