Catholic Charities, lnc.
Full-Time, Exempt
The Executive Director has primary responsibility for the planning, management and execution of all operational functions according to the strategic priorities approved bythe board, including: accounting and finance, human resources, fund development and marketing. The Executive Director is responsible for agency advocacy for public policies consistent with Catholic Social Teaching.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities will include:
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
• Work closely with the Board of Directors in implementing the strategic plan of the organization and further developing the vision and plan
• Draft policies for the approval ofthe Board and prepare procedures to implement the policies; review existing policies as required and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate
• Conduct official correspondence on behalf of, and jointly with the Board as appropriate
• Manage the workflow offull-time management staff, ensuring that key performance measures are met
• Foster effective team work between the Board, the Management Stall and the Executive Director, as weil as full and part-time staff
• Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors in all aspects ofthe organization's activities, providing regular Organizational, Fundraising, Marketing, Financial and Administrative reports
FUND DEVELOPMENT
• Draft and execute an annual fund development plan, encompassing individual giving, and private and corporate foundations; and including direct appeal donation campaigns, donor cultivation and stewardship, and special event components. Engage the Board in the creation and execution ofthe plan and activities.
• Cultivate and sustain long-term relationships with core and potential public sector funding sources, ensuring the organization's compliance with funder guidelines, as weil as advancing funder engagement and grant revenue increases
MARKETING
• Lead the overall planning and budgeting of marketing initiatives designed to expand and engage funders and donors.
• In conjunction with the Development Director:
o Develop marketing plans, initiatives and campaigns designed to expand the vision of the Agency
o Implement the rollout of marketing campaigns, evaluate their success and adjust for subsequent campaigns
o Manage the content in the various marketing vehicles: web site, program information guide, and advertising
• Expand and raise general awareness of the Agency
ADMINISTRATIVE AND HR MANAGEMENT
• Manage all aspects of the day-to-day operations, including program oversight, workflow systems and infrastructure and where appropriate, coaching and mentoring staff
• Uphold the HR policies of the organization in daily operations, and ensure that the Agency remains compliant to all relevant laws and regulations effecting the HR function
• Liaise with legal counsel where required
• Secure agreements and manage relationships with all funders and donors related to operational functions
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Management staffto ensure on-going communication and co-ordination of tasks, especially in areas of overlap of responsibilities
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
• Lead the budgeting process, working in collaboration with the Finance Director and soliciting input from all departments
• Ensure all funder / government regulatory obligations concerning financial reporting, grants, tax collection and remittances are met
• Ensure that bookkeeping systems are regularly updated
• Liaise with Budget Analysts and auditors to ensure timely production of financial reports
• Manage payroll, invoicing, and banking
• Manage the annual audit
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate should have a master's degree in social work or related field and 5 to 7 years of experience in a senior management role at a small or medium size not-for-profit social service or mental health agency, or similar background in not-for-profit management. A practicing Catholic is preferred.
A candidate should have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following areas:
• Leadership and management principles as they relate to non-profit social service or mental health organizations
• Human resources and volunteer management
• Financial management and accounting, with ability to promote financial sustainability
• Project management
• Grant writing and Fund Development, with ability to cultivate major gifts
• Marketingmanagement, including social media platforms
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to foster a collaborative and diverse work environment
• Knowledgeable of Catholic Social Teaching
SALARY
Salary commensurate with the successful candidate's level of experience