EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AUSTIN, TX(REMOTE)

Full Time

Job Description:

The Executive Director serves as the chief donor management leader for our client. They will be

responsible for advancing the organization, mission through donor engagement, strategic

communications, board relations, international partnership management, and operational

execution. This individual will work closely with the President and Board of Directors, develop

donor presentations, and maintain a strong collaborative relationship with ISEF’s partner

organization in India.

The ideal candidate is an organized, diplomatic, and entrepreneurial leader who can balance

strategic thinking with hands-on execution while representing client with donors, partners, and

stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Donor Relations

Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors.

Prepare donor communications, proposals, impact reports, and fundraising presentations.

Keep President up to date on meetings and new information regarding the foundation and their

international partners

Strategic Communications and Presentations

Create professional presentations, newsletters, reports, and briefing materials for donors,

partners, and board meetings.

Develop compelling narratives that communicate ISEF's mission, impact, and funding

opportunities.

Ensure consistent messaging across all stakeholder communications.

Board Relations

Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors.

Prepare agendas, board packets, presentations, and meeting materials.

Provide regular updates on ISEF’s performance and growth.

International Partnership Management

Maintain a close and productive working relationship with ISEF's partner in India.

Coordinate joint initiatives, reporting requirements, and strategic planning efforts.

Keep up to date on sustainable projects in India and the growth they’ve completed.

Operations and Program Support

Coordinate travel arrangements and represent ISEF at meetings, conferences, and donor

events.

Develop and maintain organizational systems, calendars, and reporting processes.

Support grant applications, program reporting, and special initiatives as needed.

Travel Requirements

Moderate travel required for donor meetings, conferences, board meetings, and partner

engagement activities, including occasional international travel to Europe and India.