The Director of Advancement is a newly created position that will be responsible for raising philanthropic support and directing meaningful story-telling and outreach that shines a light on the students and alumni of East Palo Alto Academy. This position reports to the EPAAF Executive Director.

We seek a mission-driven, self-aware, self-confident, trustworthy professional who is a strategic collaborator, and effective manager to lead the Advancement activities of EPAAF. They will lead the fundraising, communications, and outreach strategy, taking responsibility for a broad array of related activities. Serving as the primary external fundraiser representing EPAAF, they will endeavor to raise our visibility within the philanthropic community, identify and inspire new funders, and increase our connection to the Bay Area community. The Director will have one full-time, direct report and oversight of independent contractors including designers, writers, grant writers and more.