Excutive Director, Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation

The Executive Director provides leadership and strategic direction for the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation and ensures its work aligns with and supports the mission and priorities of Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. The position is responsible for the management of fundraising, donor engagement, grantmaking, scholarship programs, partnerships, Board support, and the day-to-day operations of the Foundation.

The Executive Director develops and implements strategies to grow philanthropic support from members, individuals, corporations, and other partners. This includes cultivating donor relationships, securing major gifts, building annual giving programs, and promoting a continued culture of philanthropy throughout the Farm Bureau organization.

The position oversees Foundation grant and scholarship programs, monitors funded projects, and works with grantees and community partners to strengthen outcomes and impact. The Executive Director also identifies opportunities for collaboration with other organizations and represents the Foundation in selected external partnerships and activities.

Serving as the primary staff liaison to the Foundation Board of Directors, the Executive Director coordinates Board meetings, supports governance and engagement, and assists in identifying future Board members. The position also manages Foundation budgets, programs, events, campaigns, and other operational priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

· Provide leadership which supports the advancement of the Federation's mission and goals through accomplishment of the mission of the Foundation and assure Foundation alignment with the Federation.

· Develop and execute annual giving, major gift, corporate, and other fundraising strategies.

· Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, members, volunteers,  county farm bureaus and community partners.

· Encourage a culture of philanthropy among Farm Bureau members, staff and leaders.

· Oversee Foundation grantmaking, scholarship programs and other charitable initiatives.

· Monitor funded projects and evaluate the impact of Foundation investments.

· Develop collaborative relationships with foundations, organizations, and community partners.

· Provide staff leadership and support to the Foundation Board of Directors.

· Plan and coordinate Foundation meetings, campaigns, events, and donor activities.

· Manage Foundation budgets, staff, resources and day-to-day operations.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Vice President of Operations & Partnerships.

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Minimum Education and Experience Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in business, education, nonprofit management, communications, agriculture or a related field.

· Demonstrated experience in fundraising, nonprofit leadership, foundation management or a related area.

· Experience in strategic planning and project management.

Minimum Skill Qualifications

· Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Demonstrated strategic planning and organizational abilities.

· Proven fundraising and donor-development skills.

· Strong project and event management skills, and ability to cooperatively work within a broader team environment.

· Ability to work effectively with Board members, donors, volunteers, staff and external partners.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain appropriate confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

Five or more years of foundation, fundraising, development or nonprofit leadership experience.

· Experience working with a Board of Directors.

· Experience managing employees and budgets.

· Experience with grants, scholarships and charitable-giving programs.

· Goal-oriented with a demonstrated ability to achieve measurable results.

· Knowledge of agriculture, rural communities or membership organizations preferred.