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Position Summary:
The Executive Director is a pivotal leadership role of the Marine Credit Union Foundation (MCUF). In addition to fulfilling and advancing the MCUF’s mission, the Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all operations, functions, and activities of the organization. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to 1) Foundation planning and oversight, 2) Resource development and maintenance 3) Community engagement and public relations, 4) Personnel management, 5) Board of Directors liaison, and 6) Fiscal management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Foundation Planning and Oversight:
- Develop and initiate time-oriented strategic plans to establish goals and advance the mission of the MCUF.
- Manage the programs of the Foundation including, but not limited to, fundraising; event planning; fund investment; developing community awareness; promotion and publicity; and participation.
- Oversee and manage Foundation policies and procedures.
- Collaborate closely with MCU leadership to align community outreach with Community goals.
- Oversee and expand the Foundation's financial literacy program, Finding HOME, in addition to new future programs.
Resource Development and Maintenance:
- Research and prepare grant proposals and other funding applications.
- Develop and maintain a donor base for both monetary and non-monetary resources.
Community and Public Relations:
- Coordinate public relations to recruit donors and increase public awareness of the MCUF and its programs.
- Oversee press releases and follow-up of any media coverage.
- Participate in public speaking engagements.
Personnel Management & Board Liaison:
- Prepare monthly and annual performance evaluations for all staff.
- Coach and develop staff.
- Coordinate and lead all Board meetings.
- Oversee implementation of all Board directives, policies, and procedures.
Fiscal Management:
- Engage in fiscally safe financial practices on behalf of the Foundation and ensure it operates within budgetary, state, and federal guidelines.
- Develop annual Foundation budget and submit quarterly financial reports to the Board of Directors.
- Ensure Foundation remains financially sustainable through grants and donations.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or public Administration with a minimum of 3 years related experience in administration of volunteer, non-profit, or public service agency preferred.
- Proven success in fundraising initiatives, grant writing, event planning, and/or program development preferred.
- Strong skills in fiscal management, resource development and maintenance, and public relations preferred.
- Experience working with volunteers and donors and possess strong public speaking and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements (with or without accommodation):
- Long periods of sitting will occur regularly.
- Occasional lifting and/or moving 15 lbs. or less.
- Use of a computer and telephone required.
- Occasional bending, stooping, or crouching may be required.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
Position Summary:
The Executive Director is a pivotal leadership role of the Marine Credit Union Foundation (MCUF). In addition to fulfilling and advancing the MCUF’s mission, the Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all operations, functions, and activities of the organization. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to 1) Foundation planning and oversight, 2) Resource development and maintenance 3) Community engagement and public relations, 4) Personnel management, 5) Board of Directors liaison, and 6) Fiscal management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Foundation Planning and Oversight:
- Develop and initiate time-oriented strategic plans to establish goals and advance the mission of the MCUF.
- Manage the programs of the Foundation including, but not limited to, fundraising; event planning; fund investment; developing community awareness; promotion and publicity; and participation.
- Oversee and manage Foundation policies and procedures.
- Collaborate closely with MCU leadership to align community outreach with Community goals.
- Oversee and expand the Foundation's financial literacy program, Finding HOME, in addition to new future programs.
Resource Development and Maintenance:
- Research and prepare grant proposals and other funding applications.
- Develop and maintain a donor base for both monetary and non-monetary resources.
Community and Public Relations:
- Coordinate public relations to recruit donors and increase public awareness of the MCUF and its programs.
- Oversee press releases and follow-up of any media coverage.
- Participate in public speaking engagements.
Personnel Management & Board Liaison:
- Prepare monthly and annual performance evaluations for all staff.
- Coach and develop staff.
- Coordinate and lead all Board meetings.
- Oversee implementation of all Board directives, policies, and procedures.
Fiscal Management:
- Engage in fiscally safe financial practices on behalf of the Foundation and ensure it operates within budgetary, state, and federal guidelines.
- Develop annual Foundation budget and submit quarterly financial reports to the Board of Directors.
- Ensure Foundation remains financially sustainable through grants and donations.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or public Administration with a minimum of 3 years related experience in administration of volunteer, non-profit, or public service agency preferred.
- Proven success in fundraising initiatives, grant writing, event planning, and/or program development preferred.
- Strong skills in fiscal management, resource development and maintenance, and public relations preferred.
- Experience working with volunteers and donors and possess strong public speaking and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements (with or without accommodation):
- Long periods of sitting will occur regularly.
- Occasional lifting and/or moving 15 lbs. or less.
- Use of a computer and telephone required.
- Occasional bending, stooping, or crouching may be required.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in foundation director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field preferred
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing, grantmaking, or philanthropic program management
- Proven ability to develop and steward relationships with major donors and community stakeholders
- Experience presenting to and working directly with a board of directors or trustees
- Proficiency with donor management or grants management software such as Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or Foundant
- Strong strategic planning skills and experience managing annual budgets or endowment distributions
Tips for Your Foundation Director Job Search
Quantify your grantmaking and fundraising impact
Foundation directors are evaluated on portfolio size, funds raised, and grant outcomes. Pull concrete figures from your past roles, such as total assets managed or number of grants awarded annually, and lead with those numbers on your resume.
Tailor your resume to each foundation's mission
Community foundations, family foundations, and corporate foundations have different priorities. Align your summary and accomplishments to the specific focus area, whether that's arts, education, or public health, before you apply to each opening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists foundation director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a board relations narrative for interviews
Most foundation director roles require regular board reporting and governance work. Interviewers will probe how you've managed board relationships, so prepare two or three specific examples of board presentations, retreats, or conflicts you navigated successfully.
Request clarity on grant budget authority early
During negotiations, ask specifically about your discretionary grant budget and whether expenditure decisions require board approval. These details shape day-to-day autonomy and rarely appear in job postings, so raising them before you accept avoids surprises.
Target postings that match your sector depth
Foundations often prefer candidates with program-area experience, not just fundraising credentials. Filter openings by mission area, such as health equity or environmental grantmaking, to find roles where your subject-matter background gives you a clear advantage.
Foundation Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most foundation directors?
The companies hiring the most foundation directors right now include Marine Credit Union, Houston Methodist, and State of South Carolina, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is strongest at community foundations, large hospital systems with philanthropic arms, and universities running independent endowed foundations.
How many foundation director jobs are remote?
About 51% of foundation director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it a more location-flexible role than many senior nonprofit positions. Grant strategy, donor communications, and program evaluation work tends to be most remote-compatible, while roles with heavy board engagement or community-facing grantmaking typically require more in-person presence.
How do you become a foundation director?
Most foundation directors build their path through progressively senior roles in nonprofit program management, development, or grantmaking. Start by developing deep expertise in a program area, then move into roles with grant writing or donor relations responsibility. Earning a graduate degree in nonprofit management or public administration accelerates advancement, and serving on nonprofit committees or advisory boards builds the governance fluency boards look for in director candidates.
Can you become a foundation director without direct foundation experience?
Yes, candidates from adjacent fields regularly make this transition. Strong backgrounds in nonprofit executive leadership, government grants administration, or corporate social responsibility are often considered equivalent. Highlight any experience managing budgets, overseeing programs with measurable community outcomes, or reporting to a board, and frame your application around the grantmaking or fundraising results that are most transferable to the foundation context.
What does the foundation director interview process look like?
Most foundation director searches include an initial screening call with HR or a search consultant, followed by a panel interview with senior staff, and a final round with board members or trustees. Candidates are often asked to present a strategic plan or funding philosophy as part of the final stage. The full process typically unfolds over several weeks and may include reference checks and a site visit before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to foundation director jobs?
You can find and apply to foundation director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available listings, find roles that match your background and interests, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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