Senior Director of Development & External Affairs

KIPP Atlanta Schools
Baltimore, MD
Job Description
Role Overview

The Senior Director of Development & External Affairs (SDDEA) is a key leader on KIPP Baltimore’s leadership team, charged with advancing the organization’s strategic priorities through philanthropic revenue, external affairs, public-private partnerships, and communications.

What You Will Do

Lead strategy and execution to meet and exceed annual philanthropic revenue goals and multi-year capital campaign targets, develop and execute individual strategies to engage top donors in the region, and cultivate mission-aligned investment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have at least 8–10 years of progressive leadership in development, advancement, education administration, nonprofit management, or public affairs, and a proven record of securing and stewarding measurably impactful partnerships, major gifts, and institutional grants.

Requirements

  • At least 8–10 years of progressive leadership in development, advancement, education administration, nonprofit management, or public affairs
  • Proven record of securing and stewarding measurably impactful partnerships, major gifts, and institutional grants
  • Experience leading multi-functional teams and strategic planning processes
  • Exceptional communication skills and political acumen
  • Demonstrated enthusiasm for serving as a visible ambassador and advocate for KIPP Baltimore’s students, alumni, staff, community, vision, and values
  • Deep belief in educational equity and the mission of KIPP Baltimore

Benefits

  • Competitive salary ($128,000-$145,000)
  • Benefits package (not specified)
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