Executive Director

Job Description

Executive Director Integrated Life Foundation

Role Overview

The Executive Director (ED) of the Integrated Life Foundation is a strategic leader responsible for driving the mission forward by developing a long-term sustainable funding model, fostering key strategic relationships within the Catholic Church, achieving fundraising goals, overseeing donor engagement, and expanding organizational impact over time. The ED collaborates closely with the Chairman of the Board and oversees all key operations to support sustainable growth, effective programs, and long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities

- Strategic Leadership & Planning
- Partner with the Chairman to determine strategic and fundraising priorities.
- Set annual goals and budgets aligned with both short- and long-term organizational objectives.
- Support the Chairman in establishing a compelling case for support.
- Help refine the Foundation's story, vision, and public voice.
- Manage a small staff of contract and support staff

Focus in the first 18 months
- Work directly with the Chairman to: raise $250,000 minimum through major gifts, grants, and monthly gifts
- Develop and maintain a compelling case for support and donor materials.
- Oversee all aspects of the fundraising process, including tracking, documentation, stewardship, and reporting.
- Maintain strong relationships with donors and partners, providing regular updates and impact reports.
- Research and apply for relevant grant opportunities.
- Expand Diocesan relationships from 2-5 dioceses

Marketing & Communications
- Oversee all digital and print communications, ensuring brand consistency and mission alignment.
- Launch social media strategy to increase awareness and donor support (through the work of contractors as needed)
- Maintain monthly newsletter (support staff will execute this)
- Manage other contractors and vendors contributing to the Foundation's outreach efforts.

Operational Oversight
- Manage all third-party contractors and outsourced teams, ensuring accountability and quality.
- Establish and track a detailed annual budget, with quarterly financial reporting to the Board.

Organizational Structure
- The Executive Director will report directly to the Executive Board.
- Performance reviews will be conducted twice annually with goals reviewed and revised as necessary.

About the Employer

We renew priestly vocations through healing with innovative therapeutic models and ongoing transformation rooted in authentic Catholic spirituality.