Managing Director

MANAGING DIRECTOR
POSITION SUMMARY

The Managing Director will oversee all operations at the Friendship Foundation, focusing on strategic planning, fundraising development, and community partnerships. The Managing Director reports to the Executive Director and requires a dynamic leader capable of managing multiple priorities, building relationships, and driving growth across all areas of the Foundation’s operations. This role involves collaborating closely with both the Executive Director and Chief Program Officer to craft a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing fundraising and the Foundation’s programs in preparation for the new 62,000 square-foot Friendship Campus, opening in 2026.

The Friendship Foundation, established in 2007, is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), ages 8- 35+, by providing socially integrated programs that promote friendship, independence, and purposeful living. We have established Friendship Clubs in 88 schools across 22 school districts with over 5,000 individuals involved and offer over 60 monthly community/social programs.

FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT

Manage the donor database and cultivate donor relationships.
Develop and execute the Annual Donor Appeal Campaign and Summer Donor Campaign
Identify and research potential funding sources, including government agencies, foundations, corporations, and individual donors.
Execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that encompasses major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events
Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop donor and board member relations
Serve as a liaison to coordinate with corporate and community partnerships for volunteer initiatives and program sponsorships
Research and strategize future fundraisers and events for the Friendship Campus

OPERATIONS

Develop strategies and initiatives to further promote our mission of inclusion within the community.
Build strong relationships with parents, community partners, and donors.
Support board of director governance roles, schedule board meetings, implement board policies and decisions
Maintain all media releases, press releases, website content, and social media channels.
Plan and budget for events, including the annual Evening of Recognition, the Skechers Walk, etc.
Oversee the Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk:
Communicate with surrounding education foundations and school districts regarding goals, expectations, and progress during the annual Skechers Walk. This includes outreach, marketing, progress tracking, and identifying fundraising incentives.
Implement goals and expectations with Foundation staff and community partners
Collaborate with Skechers Foundation on marketing, community outreach, event logistics, and social media
Assist Executive Director with Friendship Campus relations (capital campaign, construction process, researching, hiring, community partnerships, and communications with school districts.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Manage a $3M+ annual operating budget and financial health for the Foundation, with plans to increase capacity at the new 62,000 square-foot Friendship Campus
Work with Directors and accounting staff to monitor, update, and report on monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue projections.

QUALIFICATIONS

A strong background in managing nonprofit organizations is preferred.
Prior experience in a leadership role, as well as managing and supervising teams
Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

Salary: $90,000 – $140,000, annually

Benefits: Paid time off
Health Benefits
401(k)

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: June 15, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume.

How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply to this Indeed job posting.