Executive Director
Executive Director. Flathead Community Foundation - Kalispell, Montana.
Flathead Community Foundation Mission
To enrich the lives of present and future generations by supporting philanthropy in the communities we serve.
Scope and Purpose Of Work
The Executive Director (ED) reports to the Board of Directors (Board) and is the only officer for the Flathead Community Foundation (Foundation). This is a highly visible, Full-time, exempt position which is directly accountable to the Board. The ED directs and manages all Foundation operations to achieve the expectations of the Board and to accomplish the Foundation goals. The ED must exhibit strategic and tactical leadership; possess diplomacy; have the ability to influence constituents and the community; and genuinely believe in the Foundation's mission and champion its strategic initiatives. A primary focus of the role is to attract new major donors and fund holders for the Foundation.
Principal Responsibilities
Development Generates and manages new and increased gifts to the Foundation. Implements a plan for the stewardship and sustainability of donations to the Foundation. Investments and Financial Management Ensures the Foundation's investments and financial management are effective and aligned with its mission and vision. Administers fiscal policies and procedures as developed in association with the Board, and notifies the Board of any problems with and/or needed changes to such policies. Communications and Marketing Develop and maintain an ongoing Marketing and Social Media Plan to promote the awareness and understanding of the Foundation and its works. Board Development and Stewardship Assists the Board in effectively executing its role and responsibilities. Recommend goals and objectives to the Board to accomplish the Foundation's mission and translate those objectives into specific plans for the achievement of short, medium and long term goals. Operations and Staff Management Provides leadership and oversight of Foundation staff in the execution of all functions of the Foundation. Leadership/ Community Involvement Ensures that the Foundation serves as one of the community leaders of philanthropy. The ED is to assume an active role in the community to explain the mission and work of the Foundation.
Qualifications and Competencies
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and/or have professional experience in the field of philanthropy, development, finance and/or organizational management. The ideal candidate for the Executive Director position will bring a broad array of leadership, managerial and technical skills to this role. A successful Executive Director will be a seasoned leader and professional manager with a strong record of success and innovation. Entrepreneurial, innovative and goal-oriented, the Executive Director should have the skills to support and lead the staff and Board through various types of strategic planning and organizational improvement processes. Career experience in community philanthropy is preferred, as well as a solid understanding and appreciation of the business models driving growth and expansion in community foundations.
Experience should include demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing; strong organizational and administrative skills; proficiency with use of word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; successful planned giving and fund raising experience in the not-forprofit sector, and/or successful sales results in a for-profit environment; familiarity with investments and funds management; and standing and credibility in the community served by the Foundation or verified standing and credibility in his/her previous community of employment.