Part-Time Program Director: Community & Fundraising Lead

lifewisecareers; Albany (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Job summary

LifeWise Academy seeks a part-time Program Director to help lead and grow our LifeWise program within the local community in Ohio. You will partner with schools, parents, churches and community members to share the vision and impact of the program.

Responsibilities include coordinating fundraising, managing donor relations, recruiting and supporting a team, and overseeing operations to ensure safe, effective classes and strong community partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches and community members.
• Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community.
• Communicate the vision and impact of the program.
• Coordinate local fundraising efforts and community giving campaigns.
• Lead donor communication, appreciation and stewardship.
• Conduct church presentations, fundraising events, sponsorship opportunities and community outreach initiatives.
• Encourage ongoing financial partnerships to help sustain and grow the program.
• Utilize the LifeWise Academy fundraising strategies.
• Recruit, train, encourage and support team members.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered culture for students and families.
• Coordinate teams to ensure classes run smoothly and safely.
• Oversee communication, scheduling, enrollment and basic administrative tasks.
• Assist with budgeting, fundraising coordination and stewardship of resources.
• Maintain compliance with school policies and LifeWise Academy procedures.
• Students receive excellent biblical instruction and experience the gospel as part of every class.
• Families are supported and are connected to the local church.
• Team members feel equipped and valued.
• Donors and community partners feel connected to the mission and impact.
• Schools experience professionalism and partnership.
• Churches unite around a mission that impacts the next generation.
• The program operates sustainably, with the funding, resources, systems and partnerships needed to grow and serve students for years to come.

Job description

LifeWise Academy seeks a part-time Program Director to help lead and grow our LifeWise program within the local community in Ohio. You will partner with schools, parents, churches and community members to share the vision and impact of the program.

Responsibilities include coordinating fundraising, managing donor relations, recruiting and supporting a team, and overseeing operations to ensure safe, effective classes and strong community partnerships.