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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a visionary NonProfit Executive Director to lead our organization into a new era of impact and growth. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for social change and a proven track record of leadership in the nonprofit sector. As the face of our organization, you will be responsible for setting strategic direction, cultivating donor relationships, and ensuring that our programs and services deliver maximum benefit to the communities we serve. You will work closely with the Board of Directors to craft policies and strategies that align with our mission and values, while also overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure financial health and operational efficiency. Your leadership will inspire our staff, volunteers, and stakeholders, driving innovation and excellence across all aspects of our work. With your guidance, we will expand our reach, deepen our impact, and continue to be a leading force for good in our community and beyond.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement strategic plans that meet business goals and objectives created in partnership with the Board of Directors.
- Ensure the organization's fiscal operations are within the approved budget, audit reports are clean and timely, and investment strategies are in line with policies and regulations.
- Cultivate a strong and transparent working relationship with the Board and ensure open communication about the measurement of financial, programmatic, and impact performance against stated milestones and goals.
- Lead, coach, develop, and retain a high-performance senior management team.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality services while managing for current and future growth.
- Expand revenue-generating and fundraising activities to support existing program operations and regional expansion.
- Deepen and refine all aspects of communications—from web presence to external relations with the goal of creating a stronger brand.
- Build partnerships in new markets, establishing relationships with funders, political and community leaders.
- Be an external local and national presence that communicates program results with an emphasis on the successes of the local program as a model for regional and national replication.
- Oversee the organization's financial and risk management strategies.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Non-Profit Management, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in a nonprofit organization, with at least 5 years of senior leadership experience.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful strategic plans.
- Strong understanding of financial strategies and finance-related performance metrics.
- Deep knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to the nonprofit sector.
- Ability to cultivate a strong and transparent working relationship with the Board of Directors.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage a wide array of tasks and projects and to lead a diverse team.
- A history of successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results.
- Active fundraising experience. Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe a strategic plan you developed and implemented in a previous role? What was the outcome?
- How have you engaged a community or stakeholder group in a past project or role?
- What experience do you have in fundraising and donor relations? Can you share an example of a successful campaign?
- How do you approach financial management within a nonprofit organization?
- Can you give an example of how you have led and motivated a team to achieve organizational goals?
- What challenges have you faced while managing a nonprofit organization, and how did you overcome them?
- How do you stay informed about trends and changes in the nonprofit sector?
- Can you describe a time when you had to manage a conflict within your organization? How did you handle it?
- What is your approach to risk management?
- How do you measure the success of your organization and its programs?