Summary
Description
Strategic Leadership & Organizational Management
Serve as the chief executive of the Foundation and Convocation Center, reporting to the
Chairman and Board of Directors.
Lead strategic planning, annual goal setting, and execution of multi-year priorities aligned with
district and community needs.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, accountability, and collaboration across staff,
operators, and key partners.
Foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with all nonprofits, legal, and governance standards.
Drive alignment across internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective change
management, adoption, and measurable impact.
Build a high-performing, collaborative team culture focused on delivery excellence and
operational impact.
Fundraising, Partnerships & Resource Development
Lead all fundraising, development, and donor engagement initiatives, including annual giving,
major gifts, capital campaigns, and planned giving.
Cultivate relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, alumni, and individual donors.
Partner with the Board to drive engagement and philanthropy across the community.
Oversee the pursuit and management of grants, naming rights, and strategic sponsorships for
both the Foundation and Convocation Center.
Convocation Center Oversight
Provide executive oversight for the CCPS Convocation Center, ensuring operational excellence
and community impact.
Manage the performance of the facility operator and partnerships with athletics and community
organizations.
Lead efforts to secure naming rights, sponsorships, and event partnerships that strengthen
financial sustainability and community visibility.
Promote the Center as a hub for education, celebration, and civic engagement.
Financial Stewardship & Governance
Partner with the accounting firm, legal counsel, and Board Treasurer to maintain sound financial
practices and compliance.
Prepare and manage the annual operating budget; provide transparent reporting to the Board
and stakeholders.
Lead risk management, audit, and compliance functions to ensure the organization’s financial
and reputational health.
Provide Quarterly report out for the BOE during planning sessions.
Public Relations, Marketing & Advocacy
Serve as the primary ambassador for the Foundation and Convocation Center, representing both
organizations with integrity and passion.
Lead public relations, marketing, and communications strategies to increase awareness and
engagement.
Collaborate with the CCPS Communications Department to highlight student success stories,
programs, and events.
Strengthen relationships with community, business, and civic leaders to advance educational
equity and opportunity.
People & Culture Leadership
Lead, inspire, and develop a diverse team of staff and contractors.
Create a positive, mission-driven workplace that values collaboration, creativity, and
accountability.
Engage and manage volunteers and committees, recognizing their essential contributions to the
organization’s success.
Qualifications
Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nonprofit Management, Education Leadership, Public
Administration, Business, or a related field preferred.
5–7 years of progressive leadership experience, ideally in nonprofit management, education
foundations, or philanthropy.
Proven success in fundraising, partnership development, and strategic planning.
Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing budgets and vendor relationships.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Familiarity with the Clayton County community and its educational landscape is highly valued.
Key Performance Indicators
Program and scholarship impact metrics
Fundraising growth and donor engagement
Financial performance and sustainability
Convocation Center utilization and community engagement
Strength of strategic partnerships and naming rights
