Foundation Executive Director - Part Time

Rahr Corporation is seeking an experienced and visionary Foundation Executive Director to lead the strategic and operational activities of the Rahr Family Foundation. This key leadership position is instrumental in maximizing the Foundation's impact through effective governance, strategic grantmaking, and seamless administrative management.
This is a hybrid role with offices in Shakopee Minnesota.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive Hourly Rate between $48 - $58/hour.
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Sick Time
• Career Growth and Progression Paths
• Stability and Backing of a 178-year-old Family Owned and Operated Company

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Rahr Family Foundation Board of Directors in defining the philosophy of the Foundation, its mission, and giving focus.
• Oversees grant-making programs, philanthropic activities, and community outreach efforts. Ensures program goals are met and reported on.
• Establishes appropriate policies and procedures in governance, administration, and grantmaking.
• Manages operations in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory and fiduciary requirements applicable to private foundations.
• Coordinates with legal, financial, and accounting advisors, including payments, financial reporting, investment performance, regulatory filings, and charitable distributions.
• Coordinates board meetings, prepares support materials, records minutes, and conducts requested follow-up.
• Establishes and monitors annual charitable distributions and operating expense budget.
• Develops and implements processes for soliciting and fielding potential grantees.
• Develops policies and procedures for comprehensive analysis of funding requests.
• Conducts due diligence on grant applicants, partnering with finance and legal as needed. 
• Monitors grant outcomes and performance of grantees, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and fund expenditures. 
• Maintains appropriate records of grants awarded.
• Ensures compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to the foundation’s operations, including self-dealing regulations, and the Foundation’s incorporating documents. Prepares and presents regular reports to the board of directors and senior leadership.
• Organizes and manages foundation events, including fundraisers, donor events, and community outreach programs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field. 
• 5 years’ experience in the nonprofit/foundation sector with significant leadership and management experience related to environmental issues. 
• Advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite, Dropbox, Canva, and virtual/on-line meeting experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to high quality results and proven ability to lead change. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Effective and professional communication with employees, senior leaders, board members, shareholders, and external partners. Proven ability to recognize how to adjust style based on audience.  
• High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy and follow through. 
• Strong sense of urgency; self-directed to accomplish assignments and meet deadlines. 
• Understands best practices with confidentiality around private information and handles information with discretion and professionalism. 
• Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures. 
• Ability to lead foundation initiatives while working closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong ability to prioritize and balance multiple responsibilities effectively, including both strategic and operational tasks.
• Adept at anticipating needs and resolving issues independently.
• Promotes a positive, collaborative, transparent, and respectful atmosphere where work is executed productively and with responsible stewardship of company resources.

RahrBSG is a family-owned global leader and trusted partner to the craft beverage industry, proudly supporting breweries, wineries, distilleries, cideries, and storefronts with premium supplies and ingredients since 1847. With over 175 years of expertise, RahrBSG combines tradition with innovation to meet the evolving needs of our customers and the craft beverage community.
Headquartered in Shakopee, MN, RahrBSG is part of Rahr Corporation, a fifth-generation family business. We are committed to providing the highest quality products and services to our customers, ensuring they can c