Director of Foundation

Description

Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located alongside the beautiful harbor in Norfolk, Virginia. Our community consists of 300 Independent Living Residential Units, a 33-bed (Medicare/private) Skilled Nursing Healthcare Unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living Unit, and 34-bed Memory Support Unit. 

Harbor’s Edge has been honored by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Senior Living Program as a 2025 “Best” in multiple categories, including Independent Living – Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining. Additionally, our Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) has also been recognized as a “Best” senior living community.

We are seeking a highly qualified, part-time Director of Foundation at Harbor’s Edge to join our team to assist in delivering excellent care for our residents. The ideal candidates in this hourly, non-exempt position will have senior living experience (e.g., long-term care, assisted living, memory support), and a passion for working with an elderly population. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible to direct and manage all aspects of operations, strategic planning and growth of the Harbor’s Edge Foundation.

Through successful communication, organizing, facilitating fund­ raising campaigns and activities, and grant management, this position is responsible to obtain appropriate support from the local community, public and private foundations, and other sources which directly align with the mission of the Foundation and the vision of Harbor's Edge. Responsible to ensure effective and efficient fulfillment of plans and actions which are adopted by the Foundation's Board of Directors.

We offer attractive compensation and benefits packages. Along with stunning waterside views, our facilities are state-of-the-art.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as primary staff to the Foundation Board of Directors and ex-officio to all committees of the Foundation. Make regular reports to the Board monthly meetings. Meet regularly with the Board President and advise the President and Executive Committee on organizational and management issues.
• Evaluate the capacity and effectiveness of management systems, procedures, policies, and communication processes, ensuring all are current and function at optimal levels. Ensure the Foundation complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including IRS compliance and reporting requirements for non-profit organizations.
• Strategic Planning and Mission Alignment: Work in tandem with the Board to develop and implement long-term strategic plans, annual objectives and Board education and development to accomplish goals for the Foundation, ensuring alignment with Harbor’s Edge’s mission and values. 
• Draft annual work plans to be approved by the Board. Sets goals, objectives and priorities for work to be performed, with regular review of priorities. Identify appropriate needs for the Foundation and seek resources for support.
• Evaluate performance of Foundation relative to established goals, implement change for continual improvement of services provided. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements.
• Fundraising and Development: Lead fundraising efforts to identify and cultivate potential donors, manage fundraising campaigns, and develop grant proposals. Plan, direct, and facilitate fund raising activities for annual support, memorial gifts, special projects, endowments, capital campaigns, planned giving, bequests, trusts, annuities, and life insurance gifts.
• Initiate appropriate strategies to approach diverse local individuals, service clubs, organizations, businesses, and corporations for charitable support. Evaluate results and plan improvement strategies as needed.
• Grant Management: Oversee the grantmaking process including monitor availability of grants from federal and state governments and private foundations, and due diligence. Review grant writing proposals and grant applications, presenting them to funding sources.
• Financial Oversight: Manage the Foundation’s budget, monitor financial performance, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with Foundation Board members, donors, potential donors, similar state and regional institutions and organizations, business, professional and educational leaders, service organizations, Chamber of Commerce, legislators, media representatives, civic groups, external stakeholders, and the general public. Work to involve new and diverse constituency groups.
• Communication and Outreach: Represent the Foundation to the public, media, and other audiences in a variety of venues, consistently communicating Harbor’s Edge’s mission and impact in a positive manner.
• Cultivate productive relationships and positive cooperation with all management, staff, teams, medical staff, and volunteers. Collaborate with various departments as needed to integrate assigned areas with overall business objectives.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Non-Profit Management, Finance, Fundraising, Communications, or related field. 
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with current liability insurance for personal vehicle usage.
• At least ten (10) years of comparable experience in continuing care retirement community, community outreach, community relations, or non-profit setting with a proven track record of successfully managing foundation operations (fiscal, strategic planning, budgeting, documentation, collaboration, reporting). 
• Strong demonstrated commitment to the mission and goals of Harbor’s Edge, a passion for non-profit work, and dedication to service.
• Skilled at working with the elderly population in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience, compassion, integrity, and confidentiality. Perform duties with consideration for residents’ rights at all times.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership, analytical, interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication, proposal development, and presentation skills. 
• Knowledgeable regarding effective fundraising principles and best practices.
• Model for service excellence and serve as an effective resource with appropriate leadership, guidance, knowledge, and information. 
• Perform independently and exercise good judgment. Demonstrate keen attention to detail, observation skills, organizational and time management skills, business acumen, high self-initiative, and ability to accurately follow and deliver verbal and written directives in a timely manner. Expected to operate effectively under pressure of deadlines and other stressors, remaining calm and professional. 
• Proficient in utilizing computers and various software programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, donor management software, relevant regulatory programs, etc.).
• Able to sit, stand for extended periods of time, stationary positions at certain times during the workday, walk, move about the large complex of buildings and operational areas, inside and outside, ascend/descend stairs, reach, turn, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel, sometimes in remote/physically tight locations inside and outside, balance, maintain body equilibrium to prevent falls, reach overhead, grasp with both hands, fine manipulation, coordination, and repetitive motion. 
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. (unassisted) to move objects, with ability to carry, transfer, push, and pull with assistance or by using appropriate equipment.

Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Onsite Pharmacy Available
• Convenience Store Located Onsite
• Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid - Certification Training
• Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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