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The Denver Inner City Parish

Executive Director

The Denver Inner City Parish, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285


Mission: The Denver Inner City Parish loves and supports individuals and families in our community, enabling them to break the cycle of poverty.

Vision: DICP envisions our that community has the economic opportunities, tools, and resources to lead healthy and successful lives.

Position Overview:

The Executive Director, (ED), reporting to the Board of Directors, is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic planning for the Denver Inner City Parish (DICP). The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and works closely with senior staff members and the board to fulfill DICP’s vision and mission and ensure the achievement of all strategic goals and outcomes for the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities for the Executive Director, as the senior staff member of the organization, include:

Strategic Leadership:

Builds capacity, creates, and implements strategy, ensures alignment of all operations and efforts of staff, board, and volunteers to achieve strategic goals.

With Senior Staff, develops and implements plans to support DICP’s strategic goals and initiatives.

Works collaboratively with the Board to monitor community and sector trends to inform strategic planning and increase board engagement and effectiveness.

Is a visionary developing new ideas to advance the organization’s vision and mission.

Champions diversity, equity and inclusion, internally and externally, and is committed to inclusiveness, accessibility, collaboration, and social justice.

Operational & Senior Staff Management:

Oversees all operational aspects of DICP, ensuring effective use of resources and legal and organizational compliance.

Operational Management

Implements and evaluates annual plans and budgets based on agreed-upon strategic goals.

Develops and leads an effective management team, integrating functional areas and ensuring optimized resource management across the Agency including:

Programs

Administration

Development/Marketing

Grants

Finance

Working closely with the Program Director, ensures realignment or creation of programs and services as needed to improve service and support to constituents.

Encourages staff and volunteer development and education and ensures financial support for professional development.

Maintains visibility with front line Staff and leadership teams by being present in the office.

Creates and encourages a collegial and participatory work environment where trust, integrity, inclusivity, transparency, and open communication are valued.

Ensures DICP compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations, grant expectations and requirements.

Senior Staff Management

Leads and manages senior staff to achieve DICP goals and objectives

Responsible for the direct supervision and leadership of six or more Director/Manager level employees, including the following:

Recruiting and hiring

Employee annual goal setting

Periodic feedback and coaching

Employee development

Annual evaluation of performance

Compensation, recognition, and rewards

Stewardship & Finance:

Oversees all earned income and fundraising efforts to meet financial targets.

With the accounting firm and the Board Chair and/or Board Treasurer, oversees financial planning and management, including forecasting finances, budget and cash flow management, and compliant accounting procedures.

Responsible for ensuring that the annual budget is thoughtful, achievable, and funded through appropriate channels including, but not limited to, the following revenue-generating sources: individual, corporate, foundation, and community donors; government grants; and events.

Responsible for the organization’s short- and long-term fiscal stability through seeking opportunities and reviewing options for a diverse funding stream.

Works with the Development/Fundraising team and the Board to implement revenue-generating plans; ensures revenue and capital are acquired using best practices and meets the mission, vision, and goals of DICP.

Create and cultivate a diverse set of partnerships in the community to advocate and provide financial support for those served by the DICP

Board of Directors Relationship:

With the Board Chair, develops capabilities and opportunities for DICP’s Board of Directors to achieve strategic goals.

Works with the Board Chair and members of the Executive Committee to set the agenda for each Board meeting.

Engages the Board to fulfill DICP’s vision and mission.

Leverages positioning and influence of Board members to support DICP.

Manages effective and productive communication between staff and the Board.

Provides information and recommendations to the Board for setting or revising DICP’s goals and objectives, strategic planning, and program priorities.

Participates in monthly Board meetings.

Provides regular, written updates on DICP’s programs and progress in meeting established goals.

Catalyst for Sector-wide Initiatives:

Strengthens and galvanizes change-makers across the nonprofit, government, and business community, working together to address poverty.

Primary lead for Community Outreach with diverse inter-faith, private, and public sector partners. Utilize those diverse relationships to strategically support the mission of Denver Inner City Parish

Other:

Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience

Seven (7) or more years in senior nonprofit (Human Services) management roles

P&L Management experience with annual budget of $3M+

Proven performance, positioning and experience in community with other agencies and partners involved in poverty

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

Impeccable integrity and values

Exceptional transparent leadership, management skills and competencies

Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in interactions with staff, constituents and partners

Exceptional cultural competencies and skills

Ability to communicate strategic vision and inspire others including staff, board, volunteers, donors, and the community

Solid hands-on budget management skills, including budget preparation and financial decision-making

Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and drive for results

Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills

Experience in fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to the nonprofit sector

Strong written and oral communication skills

Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Ability to work with all levels of the organization and throughout the sector

Ability to multi-task, prioritize and handle several projects simultaneously

Excellent presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management or Business Administration

Ten (10) years senior nonprofit management or business experience

P&L management of annual budget of $5M+

Bilingual – Spanish speaking

Extensive personal/professional network in Denver Metro Area

Physical/Mental Demands & Environment:

Must be able to work outside the office, meeting with prospective donors and organizations

Must be available to work standard work hours as well as attend evening or weekend community meetings, Parish events, donor/sponsor related events, and other activities as needed

Ability to work under and effectively handle stress and pressure

Must be able to stand, lift and carry 25 lbs.

Must be able to complete standard office duties, which may require reaching, twisting, and sitting for long periods of time

Work Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM

Some weekends and nights for DICP events and functions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,570.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

Denver, CO 80204 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Denver, CO 80204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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