Organizational Strategy and Operations (35%)
Provide strategic leadership and vision to advance the mission of PEER Kindness.
Develop and implement strategic plans, goals, and objectives in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
Foster a positive and inclusive organizational culture that reflects the values of kindness, empathy, and respect.
Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Board of Directors and finance committee.
Ensure sound financial practices and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Provide regular financial reports to the Board of Directors.
Board Relations:
Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and the organization.
Provide regular updates on organizational activities, progress, and challenges.
Support the Board in governance, strategic planning, and fundraising efforts.
Guide the staff and board of directors in the ongoing development of annual strategic planning for fundraising and program implementation.
Oversee and implement operations processes and procedures to take the organization to the next level of functionality/maturity.
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual fiscal reports (in conjunction with PK’s finance committee) to ensure fiscal responsibility, solvency, and stability.
Build and maintain relationships with board members, staff, business partners, partners, and volunteers to drive the mission and vision of PEER Kindness.
Revenue Generation, Fundraising Development, and Donor Relations (35%)
Lead fundraising efforts to secure financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
Develop and maintain relationships with major donors, sponsors, and partners.
Responsible for grant writing, reporting, and compliance with funding requirements.
Develop and implement annual fundraising plans to ensure any and all revenue-generating activities are being conducted. This may include business plan development, grant writing, presenting the organization’s mission and programs to potential funders, and traveling to attend fundraising meetings.
Ensure grant writing, reporting, and compliance requirements are met and/or exceeded with foundations, government contracts, corporate partners, and PEER Kindness’s board of directors.
Ongoing relationship development and stewardship with PEER Kindness’s existing funders including foundations, state and federal government agencies, individual donors, and corporate partners.
Ensure that services and funding relationships are robust enough to meet or exceed strategic goals and objectives.
Establish tracking and metrics methodologies to communicate the value of PEER Kindness’s impact to funders, stakeholders, and partners.
People and Program Management (30%)
Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and initiatives.
Ensure programs are aligned with the organization’s mission and meet the needs of the community.
Foster partnerships with schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
Staff and Volunteer Management:
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff and volunteers.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities.
Community Engagement and Advocacy:
Represent PEER Kindness in the community and advocate for the organization’s mission.
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
Promote awareness of the organization’s programs and impact through public speaking, media engagement, and other outreach efforts.
Perform necessary HR functions such as processing payroll and onboarding new employees.
Supervise and manage all staff – currently 4 other staff members, and as revenue growth allows, we would like to expand the team to 5+.
Recruit and hire or contract additional resources to support the organization’s needs for fundraising, daily operations, and strategic planning.
Further Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as an organizational priority by encouraging and supporting a youth-led approach to achieve key benchmarks and growth.
Qualifications
Passion for the mission of PEER Kindness and a commitment to promoting kindness, empathy, and respect.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role within an organization.
Proven track record in fundraising, including grant writing, major gifts, and corporate sponsorships.
Strong financial management skills, including budgeting and financial reporting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
A keen eye for strategic partnerships and the proven ability to cultivate and sustain them.
Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter with strong problem-solving skills as well as operating proactively and working well as a team.
Willingness to take on a wide variety of tasks as needed for the success of the organization.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational and project management skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail and an understanding of the critical importance of confidentiality.
Software & technical skills: Microsoft Office Suite. Google Suite, CRM software.
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, social work, education, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
Experience with community organizing, and children/youth (preK-12 grades) focused organizations.
Success planning and implementing fundraising initiatives that enable an organization to scale and sustain an operating budget of at least $500,000 and enable the organization to scale beyond that point.
Experience leveraging volunteers to drive organizational goals.
The position also requires a willingness to work outside the standard 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM M-F hours, including occasional weekends, and evenings. The executive director also shares the duty of the PEER Kindness cellphone, thus may have it on hand outside of standard working hours (evenings and weekends).
The Rose Andom Center, Colorado’s first family justice center, is a survivor-centered, trauma-informed collaborative that cultivates hope for individuals and families impacted by intimate partner violence and sexual assault. At the Rose Andom Center, organizations and agencies work together under one roof to promote hope and healing for survivors and their children.
The Executive Director provides strategic leadership for the Rose Andom Center and directs programs and operations of the Center, oversees the activities of staff, personnel matters, the operating budget, and financial health of the organization. To effectively lead a nationally affiliated family justice center, the Executive Director also promotes a collaborative organizational framework, grounded in trauma-informed practices, to successfully coordinate key partnerships with leadership of community organizations and government partners to effectively carry out the mission of the Rose Andom Center.
The Executive Director’s position provides direct supervision and oversight of the Rose Andom Center’s daily operations, as well as strategic direction and leadership for the organization in collaboration with the Board of Directors. The Executive Director will ensure the delivery of relevant and impactful services and compliance with Center policies and regulations.
The Rose Andom Center Executive Director ensures that all operations at the Center are consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Rose Andom Center through collaborative leadership. The Executive Director should have a strong background in victim services, including, but not limited to, domestic violence, sexual assault, knowledge of proposed and current laws affecting victim services and effective intervention strategies. Familiarity with criminal and civil legal processes and government and non-profit services related to victim services is also preferred.
The Executive Director reports to the Rose Andom Center Board of Directors and serves as the primary contact with elected officials and the media. The Executive Director should be an effective communicator, possessing the interpersonal skills needed to build relationships with onsite and offsite
partners, as well as with city and county departments, community-based organizations, funders, and donors. The Executive Director must be culturally inclusive and trauma-informed, as well as foster the collective understanding among staff of the mission, vision, and values of the Rose Andom Center and ensure staff are qualified and trained to perform the duties of their jobs in service to clients and the mission.
The Executive Director should possess skills in finance and budgeting, operational and staff management, fundraising, grant-writing, compliance requirements, preparing written reports and interagency communications, and speaking with the media.
The Executive Director should possess managerial skills and the flexibility to address the needs of a frequently changing organization, including embracing and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion as organizational values among staff and in regard to client interactions.
Essential Functions
The following is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.
1. Executive Management:
This position is responsible for the oversight of operations of the Rose Andom Center, including but not limited to the administrative, risk management, budget, grant management, human resources, development activities, volunteer management and facility operations. This includes attention to equity and inclusivity in hiring, training of staff, and day-to-day interactions among staff and with clients. This position has no direct authority over partner agencies; however, the position evaluates services and recommends improvements to existing programs to improve services. 30%
2. Finances and Fund Development:
Responsible for ensuring that the annual budget reflects realistic revenue projections, and the Rose Andom Center is funded through appropriate revenue sources. Oversees all fundraising and marketing efforts and ensures that these efforts meet the goals set by the Board of Directors. Cultivates key relationships in the community and with donors to increase giving and broaden the base of effective contacts and lead the planning and execution of capital campaigns.
Oversees and implements a fund development plan involving the creation of a comprehensive fund development strategy that includes diverse and balanced annual funding revenues, identifying new funding opportunities, development of earned income initiatives, expansion of planned giving, and recommendations regarding special campaigns such as capital or endowment campaigns. Leverages strengths of both Board members and the organization as a whole to generate increased levels of funding. 30%
3. Oversight and accountability of services:
Oversees selecting, contracting, and coordinating the work that staff and partners provide to guests. Oversees work with partners, vendors, contract preparation, administration, compliance determination, program changes and expansions. Responsible for identifying, collecting, and reporting metrics and outcomes to assess and communicate the impact of the Rose Andom Center services and inform future program development and continuous improvement. Oversight of partners is solely collaborative; this position does not have direct authority over employees of partner agencies, unless the health and safety of the center guests and/or employees or other partner agencies is at risk. 15%
4. Collaboration:
This position is responsible for ensuring positive and effective relationships with community partners to foster access to available services for clients and should be familiar with strategies for collaborative partnerships as well as conflict resolution processes. This position is responsible for maintaining a positive and collaborative relationship with the Center Board of Directors, providing the Board with appropriate and timely information, and overseeing compliance with all Board policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for coordination and communication with all committees acting as the Board liaison. 15%
5. Communication:
Promotes awareness and support for the Rose Andom Center with multiple audiences, including the general public, potential guests, donors and potential donors, staff, government and foundation funders, elected officials, and media. Effectively uses program metrics and outcomes to assess and communicate the impact of the Rose Andom Center services. Must be able to speak and write clearly, passionately and diplomatically about the organization and its work. 10%
Job Requirements
Leadership: Requires judicious decision-making, collaborative leadership skills, providing strategic direction and vision, and effectively articulating and communicating the mission, vision, and values of the organization to staff, volunteers, partner organizations, members of the Rose Andom Center Board of Directors, donors and other external stakeholders. This position represents the Center in the community and serves as the spokesperson and lead point person on media interactions that help
promote and/or advance the mission of the organization.
Supervision: Requires managing and monitoring work performance of a non-profit, to include evaluating work objectives and effectiveness, ensuring the operations are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the Rose Andom Center, aligning and realigning work and staffing assignments of Center employees, preparing annual performance planning of direct reports, completing annual performance reviews of director reports, and reviewing annual performance reviews of Center staff. Provides
supervision, oversight and direction to the management team and ensures the continued development and management of a professional and efficient organization.
Collaboration: Must interact with key stakeholders, leaders and staff of community partner organizations, community stakeholders, and donors on key organizational issues, as well as exercising participative management skills, high levels of collaboration and negotiation, and the ability to reach consensus on complex issues to achieve organizational goals and objectives in a collaborative manner. Must collaborate closely with the leadership of community partner organizations to ensure strong partnerships that benefit Rose Andom Center clients and must strive for conflict resolution in situations where conflict arises with community partners. Must also maintain positive and collaborative relationships with current and potential Board members.
Policies: Must be familiar with operational policies and Rose Andom Center by-laws and work with members of the Board of Directors on any needed policy revisions to operational policies or by-laws and on developing new or revised policies for enhancing the operations of the Center.
Freedom to Act: Performs duties within broad parameters defined by the Rose Andom Center vision and mission under the direction of the Board of Directors and is expected to work independent of the Board and with the Rose Andom Center management team on how objectives are achieved and what resources are needed for day-to-day operations and delivery of services.
Technical Skills: Requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches managing a non-profit organization and in managing staff, which affect the design and implementation of major programs, solutions for highly complex issues, and/or processes of the whole organization. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities are necessary for applying technical skills effectively in a collaborative manner to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.
Fiscal Responsibility: Responsible for fundraising to ensure the Rose Andom Center meets its financial goals. Has responsibility for final approval of the Center budgetary recommendations to
the Board of Directors. Has fiscal accountability to monitor progress towards fiscal objectives and adjusts plans as necessary to reach them. Oversees periodic financial reporting to the Board of Directors, funders, donors, and other interested parties. Responsible for management of all grants to the Rose Andom Center and for assuring compliance requirements related to funding and
finances, including an annual audit, are completed.
Writing: Requires an advanced ability to write reports, organization memos, organization policy language, and letters to leaders of partner organizations, and key community leaders,
including local elected officials.
Other Requirements: This position requires a criminal background check and proof of current COVID vaccinations.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree in relevant field preferred, or a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, and ten years’ executive level management experience.
Experience:
Subject matter expertise in non-profit management and trauma-informed practices, which could include domestic violence, elder abuse, human trafficking, sexual assault and child abuse.
Success in building and maintaining collaborative partnerships, as well as at least ten years’ experience in management of human resources, successful record of fund
development, grant management and management of operations and budgeting.
Knowledge: Knowledge of nonprofit management, interpersonal violence issues and their effect on adult victims and children who are impacted by domestic violence; developing and sustaining collaborative partnerships; a strong working knowledge of the criminal legal system, including proposed and current laws affecting victims of interpersonal violence and their perpetrators.
Chief Operations & Financial Officer(COFO) Job Posting
► Are you passionate about addressing hunger and its root causes in our community?
► Do you want to work in a diverse, smart, and enthusiastic team?
► Do you want to thrive in a mission–driven environment where the work you do matters?
► Can you get
your work done in 32 hours and join us in enjoying a four-day work week with a 3-day weekend to recharge?
► Do you value competitive benefits such as a generous professional development budget, medical,
dental, and vision plans, paid
family leave, and a 401k with an employer match?
STARTING DATE: To be determined,
we are committed to finding the right addition
to our amazing team. COMPENSATION: $120,000-160,000 full-time, exempt, annual salary. Metro Caring offers a fulfilling workplace
and comprehensive benefits package,
including joining a diverse,
passionate, and collaborative team. We are implementing a four-day workweek and offer 120 hours per year of paid
time off; paid sick leave; paid holidays; and paid family leave. Participation after 3 months in our 401K
retirement plan with a 5% employer-paid match. Metro Caring supports flexible work schedules, and an organizational culture that centers on our mission and values,
the pursuit of equity, continuous improvement, and community leadership in all we do.
As part of Metro Caring’s executive
leadership team, the Chief Operations & Financial Officer (COFO) will participate in shaping the strategic direction of the organization, leveraging best practices, and managing cross-functional organizational growth and equity-driven results that
enhance cohesion across Metro Caring. This leadership position is responsible for financial
oversight and leadership of organizational functions that provide the
infrastructure for the team to successfully
execute Metro Caring’s mission. The COFO leads toward strong, values-aligned operations. If you have a passion and drive for this work, and you believe that together we can end hunger at its root, we want to hear from you. This
role reports to the CEO- Integrator.
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Applicants must have a minimum of years of experience
in the non-profit or social entrepreneurship space.
MBA, MPA, Non-profit Management, Finance, or équivalent.
Skills in communication, management, collaboration, and culture building.
The role demands
an intelligent, strategic thinker with exceptional interpersonal skills and a dedication
to serving with integrity and
transparency.
Key Financial and Budget Responsibilities
• Budget preparation: oversee collaborative budgeting process to generate an annual budget that allows the execution
of the mission and vision that aligns with organizational values.
• The COFO
will also prepare the budget to interpret and effectively communicate financial information and
analysis. Overseeing all financial activities, including
budget preparation, cash flow management, financial reporting, and annual audit process.
• Budget management:
working with the development team and program managers to set goals and allocate funds.
• Financial forecasting: Forecasting return on
investment (ROI) for programs; planning
for funding cycle ups and downs.
• Financial reporting: Presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to
executives and the Board of Directors.
• Enhance
and ensure sound business, risk management, and financial systems policies, procedures, and
internal controls; ensure the accuracy
of accounting and finance processes in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit best practices.
• Engage with Metro Caring’s Board of
Directors and funding partners when support, knowledge, and expertise are needed.
• Provide coordination
for the finance committee and work with the treasurer to support the Board of Directors in their fiscal oversight
function.
• Work with the investment
committee to ensure values-aligned investment
and management of our assets.
Essential Strategic and Operational Responsibilities
• Lead
and support Metro Caring’s mission by guiding
the tactical and strategic management of
the finance function and other internal business operations to align with the execution
of organizational strategies.
• Provide
a framework for a positive, equitable employee experience (including process, professional
development, and retention strategies)
• Partner with CEOs to set north star for the generation and
tracking of organizational goals, quarterly rocks, and accountability processes (to align with the Traction/EOS model)
• Lead and support
strong cross-functional communication of goals and learnings in a growth oriented environment
• The ideal
candidate will be a strong leader who brings people together and makes connections between the intersectional aspects of Metro Caring’s work. They will also be a detail-oriented leader who can effectively manage, engage, and empower a team of four direct reports.
• Lead and support the management of people and expectations through change and organizational growth
• Provide staff with the tools and software to successfully complete their work
• Bring a commitment to equity and an
unquestionable passion for the purpose and mission of Metro
Caring for planning, decision-making, and problem-solving
• Tactically execute with strong data
orientation and a proven ability to
use metrics to drive decisions and achieve strategic
objectives.
• Conceptualize and analyze problems and solutions in a constructive,
collaborative manner geared toward helping the entire organization.
The COFO
will have the ability to support
Metro Caring’s vision of co-creating with community and organizing operations in a
manner that energizes others to
commit and invest. This leader
will also
offer genuine empathy for others with a focus on deeply understanding the rich Metro Caring
community. They will have an appreciation for working in partnership and service within a community of diverse populations, treating others with respect regardless of race, ethnicity, age, education, socio economic status, sexual orientation, or physical and mental abilities.
The COFO
must bring appreciation and excitement to be part of a team that
is focused on identifying creative and efficient solutions. They will have
a keen sense of opportunities for financial growth and proactively take steps to mitigate organizational risk. The COFO
should be a collaborative leader and
strategic partner. The successful candidate will ensure that team
members are actively involved and invested in activities and decisions that promote teamwork to achieve goals.
This position requires collaboration and will exhibit openness to others views; give and welcome
constructive feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; and put
Metro Caring’s interest is above its own. In alignment
with Metro Caring’s culture, the COFO will be humble, empathetic, inspiring, and dependable
with a high degree of emotional
intelligence. This leader will
also keep abreast of current economic, political, legislative, technical, or general business
trends in the Denver community that may affect Metro Caring and their mission. The COFO will embrace a proactive, positive, open, and effective communication style.
Please note: Research suggests that women and 8/POC individuals may self-select out of
opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job qualifications and/or requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary
to succeed here to apply for this role.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter tojobs@metrocaring.org. Please use your cover letter to
communicate why you are excited to work to help build a sustainable anti-hunger
movement in our community. Priority
will be given to applicants who submit their materials before 5:00 PM MT by September 9, 2024.
Applicants must have reliable transportation. Relocation costs are not covered by Metro Caring.
Metro Caring is an equal-opportunity employer. The organization is dedicated
to the goal of building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive staff. We
encourage applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Black, Indigenous,
People of Color (BlPOC), veterans, first-generation Americans, and those
who identify as LGBTQ and non-binary are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Come be a
part of building a movement to end hunger
at its root causes and champion
food as a basic human right in
solidarity with community!
ABOUT THE COLORADO ALLIANCE OF BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
The Colorado Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs, also known as Boys & Girls Clubs in Colorado (BGCC), is a nonprofit organization formed to maximize the impact of the 17 regional Boys & Girls Club organizations across Colorado and drive partnerships with state government, foundations, and state-wide partner agencies. Boys & Girls Clubs exist across Colorado – in rural, urban, tribal, and military communities – to give young people access to life-changing out-of-school experiences. As a statewide organization, the Coloprado Alliance facilitates collaboration and opportunities for large-scale initiatives to increase the financial stability of all Colorado Club organizations. That way, Clubs can focus on providing more safe, caring places for our youth.
Boys & Girls Clubs statewide are committed to the betterment and well-being of Colorado’s next generation of leaders and citizens. The Colorado Alliance works tirelessly with state policymakers to ensure they understand the impact and importance of Boys & Girls Clubs in Colorado as financial and legislative support is critical in ensuring that our services stay robust and meet the needs of families across Colorado.
Mission: We support Colorado Boys & Girls Clubs to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
Vision: A Colorado where all young people are empowered to succeed.
Values:
· Respect: We recognize that each person has equal, intrinsic worth and deserves to be treated with dignity.
· Integrity: We operate with honesty and hold ourselves accountable for all words and actions.
· Excellence: We set high expectations and work hard to achieve them by engaging in continuous learning and improvement.
· Teamwork: We collaborate openly on common goals to leverage the expanded knowledge of our entire community.
· Innovation: We seek out and embrace new possibilities that can increase our impact.
JOB SUMMARY
The Alliance, which is contract-managed by Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver (BGCMD), is led by the Colorado Alliance Director. The Alliance Director will report to BGCMD’s Chief Development Officer, operate under the oversight of the Colorado Alliance Board of Directors, and collaborate with Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Responsible for the hands-on, daily management of state legislative activities, state funding efforts, and business requirements of the Colorado Alliance, the Alliance Director supports the 17 member organizations that comprise the Colorado Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Government Relations • Provide hands-on management of the state legislative and state funding efforts in support of the Colorado Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs. • Work closely with Board of Directors and lobbyists to identify and obtain funding from government sources which have the potential to be shared with all or a majority of member organizations. • Draft for presentation to the board, a comprehensive advocacy plan each year. • Provide direction to and collaborate with contracted lobbyists. • Collaborate with contracted lobbyists on the Alliance’s legislative plan. • Provide active guidance and technical assistance to Alliance Board of Directors and local Boys & Girls Clubs on state legislative and government funding efforts. • Work with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, to provide guidance and technical assistance in regard to state legislative and government funding efforts. • Monitor, interpret, and disseminate information (through research and personal contact) on policies and actions of state government that impact local Boys & Girls Clubs. • Develop and implement a regular means of communication on key Alliance actions for local Clubs and Boards. • Participate and assist in program development, policy determination and management decisions of the overall Colorado Alliance government relations operations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of cultivation and stewardship programs for volunteers, state officials, and key staff, working collaboratively with national headquarters to set the pace for the entire organization. Work to expand statewide government activities. • Develop and implement a “grass roots” education and awareness campaign for key state officials. • Develop and submit proposals and grant applications to state and federal agencies to secure funds for Clubs.
Board of Directors
• Provide support and appropriate input to the Board of Directors through board meetings and regular communication. • Coordinate meetings, support committees, and maintain records of the Board. • Assist in board member recruitment, training and development.
Grant Administration • Oversee and ensure the effective implementation of Alliance grant and other funded programs.
• Supervise grant administrative staff members • Review staff reporting on all grant funds and ensure accurate and timely submissions. • Ensure regular grant invoicing and payments to Clubs are completed. • In coordination with Alliance member organizations and Alliance staff members – develop, disseminate, collect, maintain, and report all financial and program management requirements for funds received.
Operations
• Develop and maintain day-to-day business processes to include financial accounting and reporting, budgeting, dues collection and reporting, bylaw requirements, insurance, contract oversight, etc.
• Recruit, supervise and evaluate Alliance professional staff and contractors in order to carry out Alliance initiatives. • Maintain oversight of tele-commuting staff. • Ensure IT support is available to staff.
• Engage Alliance staff in relevant professional development and networking opportunities including BGCA conferences and meetings as deemed necessary by the Alliance Board and as the Alliance budget allows.
Resource Development, Marketing and Communications
• Develop and manage all marketing activities and communication tools for the Alliance
• Serve as key spokesperson for the Alliance
• Develop and manage Alliance events, including a State Legislative Day and other advocacy events.
• Develop state-wide private sector funding opportunities
• Develop and maintain positive relationships and regular communication with Alliance member organizations, state government officials, state agencies and private sector partners.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED • Direct supervision responsibilities over individual contributor(s)
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree, or greater, in compatible field of study. • Seven years of experience or equivalent; generating and managing significant state government and private funds, advocating on youth and family issues, analyzing legislation, and
building relationships. • Event planning and oversight experience is a plus.
ABILITIES • High energy, motivated, confident, and creative; ability to work for prolonged periods at high levels of activity, managing multiple tasks with varying deadlines; ability to exchange clearly and concisely, ideas and facts, both verbal and written and ability to “think outside the box”.
SKILLS
• Must possess a strong understanding of the Boys & Girls Club Mission and the inner workings of a local Boys & Girls Club, especially the importance of the relationship between a board and its staff. Candidate must have demonstrated proven ability to work with a state legislature and state departments to generate funding, both government and private, for Clubs or a related youth development program.
• Other skills requiring demonstrated competence are: time management and prioritization, issue analysis, board and committee support, financial and grant management, handling of multiple tasks, supervision and management of staff, including human resources oversight; developing and implementing annual budgets and budget oversight; experience in strategic planning; possess event planning and oversight skills; strong interpersonal and negotiation skills; computer literacy using word processing, databases, spreadsheets and presentation software; excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking; detail and task oriented; a team player with collaboration skills.
ENVIRONMENTAL & WORKING CONDITIONS
• Normal internal working environment.
• Travel is estimated at one week per month but is random and on an as-needed basis.
• The individual selected for this position must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to navigate areas of the country by using electric direction methods.