Executive Director (Part-Time)

Mission-driven leader wanted to grow local philanthropy in Austin.
The Austin Area Foundation (AAF) is seeking a relationship-focused part-time Executive Director to lead fundraising, donor engagement, community partnerships, and day-to-day operations in close collaboration with the Board of Directors.
Position: Executive Director (Part-Time)
Location: Austin, Minnesota (local presence and community engagement expected)
Hours: Approximately 25-30 hours per week (flexible; may vary seasonally)
Status: Part-time, exempt
Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000 (starting salary range; depending on qualifications)
Benefits: Flexible schedule, paid holidays, PTO
Posted: Until Filled
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead annual fundraising strategy, donor outreach, and stewardship
• Prepare fundraising materials, donor communications, and progress reporting
• Build relationships with donors, community partners, and key stakeholders
• Support planned giving and long-term donor development efforts
• Signature Event Leadership – For the Love of Austin (FTLOA): Provide leadership for AAF’s signature fundraising event, including planning, sponsorship development, donor engagement, vendor coordination, volunteer coordination, and post-event follow-up and reporting
• Oversee daily operations and administrative systems
• Supervise part-time administrative staff and coordinate vendor relationships
• Ensure gift processing, donor records, and communications are handled accurately and professionally
• Work closely with the Board Chair and Board committees to advance AAF goals
• Support Board meeting preparation, reporting, and strategic planning
• Ensure organizational compliance and high standards of stewardship

• Fundraising and donor relationship experience (nonprofit/philanthropy preferred)
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a Board
• Comfort managing multiple priorities and seasonal workload fluctuations
• Professional judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality