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Contact : Employment Job Announcement: Executive Director
We are seeking an Executive Director to be the lead fundraiser of the organization, both earned and contributed, and to provide the support necessary to ensure sound operations and fiscal health and, in collaboration with the Program/Artistic Director, the continuity of Destiny’s programs, outreach and growth. Destiny is 22 years into its history and at a point where we are poised to expand our capacity significantly—financially, physically, organizationally and programmatically. The ideal candidate will be ready to lead and support this exciting revolution.
The Executive Director will report to a 10 to 17-member board of directors and, along with a management team of 6 full-time staff, supervise a staff of 30 to 45 part-time instructors working in onsite and outreach programs. Destiny’s projected operating budget for FY 2011 (July-June) is just in excess of $1 million.
The ideal candidate will show a demonstrated commitment to young people and the goals of Destiny and will have experience in youth development and a working knowledge of conflict resolution and violence prevention methodologies.
The top candidate will also have experience managing a mid-sized independent agency through a period of sustained growth, with an emphasis on earned income strategies and a track record in developing collaborative working relationships with donors, funders, community groups, government agencies, youth development organizations, and local schools. Strong writing and speaking skills are a necessity, as is an innovative and entrepreneurial understanding of successful nonprofits. Experience with youth development and working with a diverse population is essential.
This position is a unique opportunity for a culturally competent, articulate and inspiring individual committed to leading a highly respected and effective organization.
Responsibilities
Fund Development (earned and contributed):
The Executive Director will be the lead fundraiser for Destiny and in collaboration with the Development Staff will:
Assure that the organization has long-range and diverse funding strategies in support of the implementation and success of Destiny’s programmatic and long-term goals
- Maintain and grow existing relationships with foundations and major donors
- Using an entrepreneurial approach, seek to develop and sustain additional earned income sources of revenue for the organization
- Actively seek new revenue sources – government, corporate, foundation, and private – to meet program goals
- Monitor contract compliance and grant objectives
- Continue the growth and/or replacement of cash reserves
Financial Oversight:
In partnership with the Deputy Director, Development Staff and the Treasurer, ensure that the organization is fiscally sound and that the budget supports implementation of the strategic plan.
- Prepare annual budget with appropriate staff and board treasurer to meet financial needs of program and general operations
- Recommend yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manage organization's resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations
- Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work
- Supervise finance staff and coordinate management of financial and administrative procedures in order to maintain fiscally sound programs and accounting systems to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Community and Public Relations:
- Assures the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders
- Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to agencies, organizations, and the general public
- Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the organization's work
- Participate in community and government conferences and meetings to further Destiny’s goals and increase the awareness, visibility, influence and impact of the organization
- Pro-actively promote Destiny to key constituents: schools, parents and local youth
- Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with compatible community groups and organizations
Human Resource Oversight:
- Provide leadership and direction for the organization and promote an organizational culture that fosters diversity, cooperation, communication, teamwork and trust
- Hire and supervise select staff and independent contractors, to ensure operational effectiveness
- Ascertain that the personnel policies of Destiny are adhered to in all hiring and employment practices. Propose changes in policy to Board of Directors to keep pace with organizational changes
- Provide for and encourage staff and volunteer development and education, and assist program staff in relating their specialized work to the total program of the organization
- Ensure that job descriptions are developed, that regular performance evaluations are held, and that sound human resource practices are in place
- Maintain a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse, top quality staff
- See that an effective management team, with appropriate provision for succession, is in place
Facilities Management:
- Experience with facilities management to ensure proper operation of all aspects of the building to create an optimal environment for the Destiny staff and the young people they serve
- Renting/leasing space
- Ensure best allocation and utilization of space - environmental, health, safety compliance and security issues, utilities and communications infrastructure
Program Oversight
- The Executive Director works in close collaboration with the Artistic Director to ensure that program objectives are clearly stated and that program activities are focused on achievement of stated goals, while setting the overall tone for the program
- Ensure compatibility of program decisions with Destiny’s mission
- Facilitate communication with the Board regarding current programs
Board Relations & Support
- Work with Board leadership to maintain and further develop a diverse, engaged, effective and energized Board
- Assist the board president and/or executive committee to develop board meeting agendas
- Serve ex-officio on all Board committees, as requested
- Support and provide Board with adequate information to help members reach sound decisions and establish necessary and required policies that will promote the organization’s overall mission
- Ensure and facilitate the Board’s involvement in the formation of Destiny’s policies and programs and supervise the implementation of Board-approved policies
- Assist the Board with ongoing strategic planning that is responsive to the needs of the organization to effectively define and achieve its vision, e.g. strategic expansion of outreach programs
- Assist in the recruitment, orientation, and training of new Board members
- Serve as the liaison between the Board and Destiny staff
Competitive Qualifications:
- A strong commitment to the mission, goals and work of Destiny Arts Center
- Experience working with youth of all ages, socio-economic backgrounds, ethnicities, gender, and sexual orientations
- Experience developing, launching and managing social entrepreneurial approaches to fundraising
- Strong strategic, analytical and planning skills
- Maintain a view of the overall business situation when making decisions and setting policies
- Able to coordinate, prioritize and organize a number of activities with multiple components requiring independent follow through and attention to detail
- Comfortable in a multi-task environment with frequent interruptions and short deadlines, and some times a high degree of pressure
- Excellent oral and written communications skills with the ability to motivate and direct people
- Effective interpersonal skills necessary to interact with management, staff, and clients (students & parents/guardians)
- Intermediate Excel, Word and Power Point skills
- Willingness and ability to work long hours often outside a normal Monday through Friday and 9 am to 5 pm schedule
Physical Demands:
The responsibilities and tasks associated with this position will require that the executive director regularly sit, stand, walk, speak and hear. Ability for extensive computer use is a must including use of a computer keyboard and reading a computer screen. Occasionally lifting and/or moving of objects up to 20 pounds may be required. Accommodations will be considered to enable otherwise qualified individuals to perform these functions.
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This is a full-time exempt position. Salary: $75-85K DOE, plus benefits
Application Process
- To apply, send cover letter and resume by September 9th, 2010 to: EDSearch@DestinyArts.org or to EDSearch, 6114 LaSalle Avenue, #324, Oakland, CA 94611
- Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
- No calls or faxes, please!
Volunteer Opportunities
If you would like to be put on our volunteer list for future opportunities, contact: info@destinyarts.org
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