Position Opening: Executive Director of St. Louis

Position Opening : Executive Director of St. Louis

Boys Hope Girls Hope’s mission is to nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well-educated, career-ready men and women for others.

Founded in 1977 in St. Louis, Missouri, Boys Hope Girls Hope supports over 1,200 young people in 12 US cities, Guatemala and Mexico.

Boys Hope Girls Hope of St. Louis is a proud member of the Boys Hope Girls Hope Network. Since 1980, they have helped motivated middle and high school students rise above disadvantaged backgrounds.

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Deadline : Open Until Filled

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Status : Regular Full-Time

Type : Senior Level / Executive

Location : St. Louis, MO

Travel : Approximately 1 week per year

The Executive Director provides overall leadership for the St. Louis affiliate of Boys Hope Girls Hope and reports to the local Board of Directors.

The Executive Director carries primary responsibility for the leadership and mission execution of the organization, with particular emphasis on strategy, fundraising, board relations, and administration.

The Executive Director establishes the strengths-based culture of the organization in alignment with the mission, DNA, and values of Boys Hope Girls Hope and ensures fidelity to the policies, procedures, and conditions detailed in the BHGH Affiliation Agreement, Program Model, and Policy Manual.

The responsibilities of the Executive Director can be grouped into five broad categories : 1) Strategic Leadership and Governance, 2) Resource Development, 3) Program Oversight, 4) Public Relations, and 5) Stewardship and Administration.

Specific Responsibilities1) Strategic Leadership and Governance

• In collaboration with the Board and in line with the strategy and priorities of the BHGH Network, develop, implement, and monitor progress of the affiliate strategic and annual operational plans.
• Drive the performance management and continuous quality improvement process of the affiliate in coordination with BHGH Network Headquarters.
• Provide the Board with all materials and information necessary to carry out their governance, planning, and fundraising responsibilities.
• Facilitate regular and effective Board and Board Committee meetings.
• Support the Board and Nominating Committee in their responsibility to recruit and orient new Board members.
• Ensure that each Board Member understands their role and specific goals to be accomplished.

2) Resource Development

• Ensure that the Development Director position is staffed and supported for high performance.
• Serve as the lead fundraiser for the organization through relationship development with current donors and identification of new funding sources.
• Work with the Board of Directors, Development Committee, and Development Director to develop and implement an income plan.
• Initiate, lead, organize, support, and evaluate all fundraising efforts.

3) Program Oversight

• Ensure that the Program Director position is staffed and supported for high performance.
• Supervise the Program Director to ensure adherence to Boys Hope Girls Hope standards.

4) Public Relations

• Serve as the official face and voice of the organization.
• Promote a consistent public image of the organization.
• Work with the team and board to ensure fundraising goals are met through appropriate media channels.
• Develop key media sources for effective promotion and communication of the program’s activities.

5) Stewardship and Administration

• Lead and develop all direct reports.
• Direct all office and administrative functions of the affiliate.
• Ensure that all functions are adequately staffed.
• Responsible for the proper stewardship of organizational resources.
• Formulate the annual budget for approval by the Board of Directors.
• Monitor and report income, expenses, and financial position to the Board.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and standards.

Working Conditions

This is an executive position requiring a positive projection to the public, supervision of staff, excellent written and verbal communication, planning and organization, independent decision making, and attendance at meetings.

Regular travel in the St. Louis area will be required. Evening and weekend work is occasionally required.

Qualifications

• Strong and balanced leadership with a proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in development and board relations, familiarity with youth programs, and a track record of effective management.
• Minimum 5 years of nonprofit leadership, fundraising, board development, and management experience.
• BA in Administration, Management, or related field required, MA preferred.
• Candidate must pass background checks and drug screening.

Benefits & Applying

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Boys Hope Girls Hope is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for any position applied for without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, age, disability, military service, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Federal, state, or local law.

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