JOB SUMMARY

In accordance with the elements of competence established for Boys & Girls Clubs executives, the Chief Professional Officer (Executive Director) is responsible for overseeing strategic planning and operation of the Clubs, in support of organizational mission and goals. Provide leadership, direction, and support to the Board of Directors in developing organizational goals, attaining/allocating resources, and establishing policies. Provide leadership and direction to staff management in carrying out the key roles assigned to them.

Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities)

Leadership

·        Provide leadership and direction to ensure the effective operation and delivery of programs within the Clubs and community:

o   Support the organization’s mission and principles

o   Ensure an environment that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes

o   Ensure programs, services, and activities that support youth development outcomes

o   Ensure establishment of and adherence to policies and procedures

Strategic Planning

·        Provide input and support to the board in developing, maintaining and implementing a quality strategic plan for the organization.

·        Formulate annual objectives that further the goals of the strategic plan, including identifying and evaluating opportunities for improvement.

Board Development

·        Support the board in the recruitment and development of effective board members.

·        Encourage the active participation of board members and support effective board roles and functioning. Oversee staff liaisons to Board committees to ensure that they are provided with information and support necessary to fulfill their objectives.

Resource Development

·        Provide support to the board to ensure that the annual budget is funded and that the organization has adequate cash flow.

·        Work with the Development officer and Resource Development committee as needed to identify funding needs and appropriate grant sources, write grant application, and manage grant programs.

·        Work with the board to develop financial strategic plans and, as necessary, participate in cultivation and solicitation visits with staff and board members.

Resource Management

·        Prepare preliminary budget to be finalized and approved by the board. Ensure implementation and monitoring of the annual budget in collaboration with financial management staff.

·        Ensure all necessary administrative and operational systems are in place to support effective operations.

·        Ensure productive and effective staff performance, managing the performance of management level professionals.

Technology

·        Ensure the development and implementation of plans for updating existing technology and resources:

o   Include funds for implementing and updating existing technology and resources in the preliminary budget for the board;

o   Ensure the maintenance of Club technology and information management systems.

Partnership Development

·        Develop strategic alliances with community leaders and local officials. Develop collaborative partnerships with other youth serving organizations, members, parents, families, funders, and community organizations.

Marketing and Public Relations

·        Increase visibility of the Clubs’ programs, services, and activities.

·        Maintain positive public relations.

Additional Responsibilities

·        May be assigned special projects periodically by the Board of Directors.

Relationships

Internal: Maintain contact with Board of Directors, Club staff, volunteers, and Club members.

External: Maintain contact with potential and current donors, external community groups, parents, school officials, and others as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED

·        Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

·        A minimum of five to seven years’ experience in managing programs or operations in a non-profit agency or Boys and Girls Clubs, with at least two years in a leadership capacity; or an equivalent combination of experience.

·        Thorough knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures of the Boys & Girls Clubs; the principles and practices of managing non-profit organizations; and resource development activities and sources of funding.

·        Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan, and coordinate operations.

·        Leadership skills, including negotiation, problem solving, decision making, and delegation.

·        Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

·        Ability to write successful grant applications and manage grant implementation, as evidenced by strong writing skills, attention to detail, experience building/managing budgets, and excellent time management/planning skills. Successful grant writing/management and/or certification preferred.

·        Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, community groups, and other related agencies.

·        Basic knowledge of asset management including financial resources and property.