American Diabetes Association
Executive Director, Development (New Orleans, LA)
American Diabetes Association, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Description
The American Diabetes Association is seeking an Executive Director. The Executive Director serves as the leader providing overall management, planning, execution and leadership for all aspects of the organization. This includes effective programs/services, a diversified revenue and fundraising portfolio, donor stewardship, board/staff development, and finance and budget management.
The Executive Director is responsible for positioning the Association as a leader in diabetes prevention and management in his/her respective community as well as establishing effective partnerships and collaborations with corporations, foundations, community/corporate leaders, government officials, other community organizations/nonprofits and supporters.
This is a remote, work from home opportunity, but the individual must live in the designated market in order to attend in-person meetings and events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide strategic leadership, creating and executing fundraising strategies to reach position specific annual fundraising goals from corporations; works to grow additional sources of revenue
Establish effective Community Leadership Board (CLB) to achieve organizational goals and objectivesEnable and support effective volunteer leadership recruitment, stewardship and engagementCreate a shared vision and sense of ownership and accountability with volunteers and staffSupport the development of a high-performing CLB by applying the Association's Targeted Recruitment Process, an ongoing process of identifying, recruiting and activating an influential, financially strong and diverse volunteer leadership base to champion the success of the AssociationIn partnership with the CLB, establish business plan to achieve organizational strategic priorities, drive aggressive revenue growth and execute the mission in the communityMaintain effective communication with the CLB to inform of progress, opportunities, issues, and challenges and establish gap plans to course-correct and achieve financial targetsProvide and guide staff support for all CLB committees to enable committee successDemonstrate Leadership and Effective Management
Model Association leadership competencies to staff. Set high goals for personal and team accomplishments; tenaciously work to meet or exceed goals while seeking continuous improvementAlign staff resources to maximize performanceDevelop annual performance expectations with staff that includes goals, objectives, inputs and outcomesCommunicate effectively and inspire others to high performance; promote accountability; remove barriers; support others to be creative and action-oriented; anticipate needs before they appearManage staff in a manner that supports a productive, professionally competent work force in an environment respectful of personal well-being and cultural diversityProactively inform and assure understanding of Area activities and outcomes with the Regional Director and others as appropriateContinuously work to assure Area alignment with the Region, Division, and National strategic direction and established policies and proceduresIncrease Area Revenue
Develop and drive a focus for exponential revenue growthEstablish strategies and tactics to achieve and exceed revenue targetsManage personal portfolio of high priority corporate and major gift prospectsApply best practices and innovative ideas to optimize special events fundraisingBuild diversified revenue streams beyond special events including corporate partnerships, foundations, retail campaigns, individual/major gifts and clubs and organizations fundingCollaborate with colleagues across the Region and organization to identify and maximize opportunities across the organizationIdentify and steward community foundations and state grants to fund the work of the AssociationEnsure effective stewardship strategies are deployed to maintain and further engage donorsDevelop annual budget, monitor expenditures and income and forecast financial performance accuratelyProvide periodic financial summary statements to the CLBPosition the Association as a leader in diabetes prevention and management
Develop a thorough understanding of organizational, community and key stakeholder priorities, needs and barriers to identify appropriate partners and form alliances that significantly accelerate the development of strategic partnerships that facilitate the distribution and implementation of Association's education and programs into the communities being servedPosition the Association as the key voice on strategic task forces and diabetes coalitions at the state and local level as well as with heads of important civic organizations and faith leadersIdentify, engage and integrate community partners to deliver ADA's community-based programs as developed by the ADA Scientific, Medical and Mission DivisionCreate an advocacy strategy and build relationships with state and local government officialsDevelop effective and ongoing relationships with mediaQUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree and 8-10 years of non-profit managementEstablished success in fundraising and non-profit leadershipProven record of success management and revenue growthKnowledge of product marketing/sales conceptsOutcome-driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and prioritiesAbility to manage and motivate groups and individualsExcellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skillsStrong market, community and constituent perspectiveProficient in computer-based information systemsAbility to work some nights and weekendsMust live within 100 miles of New OrleansWHY WORK HERE
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture:
Industry competitive base pay for this role. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awardsGenerous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick daysComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability & life insurance, pet insurance, and retirement savingsGuided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits programA company focus on offering mental health programs and work/life balance with most of our employees working remoteJoining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millions
About the OrganizationThe American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a leader in the fight to end diabetes. Our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. We provide lifesaving education and resources backed by trusted experts to help people learn how to make life with diabetes easier until the day diabetes is gone for good. Through research, the ADA searches relentlessly for a cure and supports the professionals who provide direct care. Our team is on the ground fighting for those with diabetes who suffer discrimination, health inequity, high health care costs and so much more. Employees of the ADA embrace this mission and vision and keep people living with diabetes at the center of everything we do.
Req NumberDEV-24-00053
LocationNew Orleans Remote
Full-Time/Part-TimeFull-Time
CategoryDevelopment
EOE StatementIt is the policy of the American Diabetes Association to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
The American Diabetes Association is seeking an Executive Director. The Executive Director serves as the leader providing overall management, planning, execution and leadership for all aspects of the organization. This includes effective programs/services, a diversified revenue and fundraising portfolio, donor stewardship, board/staff development, and finance and budget management.
The Executive Director is responsible for positioning the Association as a leader in diabetes prevention and management in his/her respective community as well as establishing effective partnerships and collaborations with corporations, foundations, community/corporate leaders, government officials, other community organizations/nonprofits and supporters.
This is a remote, work from home opportunity, but the individual must live in the designated market in order to attend in-person meetings and events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide strategic leadership, creating and executing fundraising strategies to reach position specific annual fundraising goals from corporations; works to grow additional sources of revenue
Establish effective Community Leadership Board (CLB) to achieve organizational goals and objectivesEnable and support effective volunteer leadership recruitment, stewardship and engagementCreate a shared vision and sense of ownership and accountability with volunteers and staffSupport the development of a high-performing CLB by applying the Association's Targeted Recruitment Process, an ongoing process of identifying, recruiting and activating an influential, financially strong and diverse volunteer leadership base to champion the success of the AssociationIn partnership with the CLB, establish business plan to achieve organizational strategic priorities, drive aggressive revenue growth and execute the mission in the communityMaintain effective communication with the CLB to inform of progress, opportunities, issues, and challenges and establish gap plans to course-correct and achieve financial targetsProvide and guide staff support for all CLB committees to enable committee successDemonstrate Leadership and Effective Management
Model Association leadership competencies to staff. Set high goals for personal and team accomplishments; tenaciously work to meet or exceed goals while seeking continuous improvementAlign staff resources to maximize performanceDevelop annual performance expectations with staff that includes goals, objectives, inputs and outcomesCommunicate effectively and inspire others to high performance; promote accountability; remove barriers; support others to be creative and action-oriented; anticipate needs before they appearManage staff in a manner that supports a productive, professionally competent work force in an environment respectful of personal well-being and cultural diversityProactively inform and assure understanding of Area activities and outcomes with the Regional Director and others as appropriateContinuously work to assure Area alignment with the Region, Division, and National strategic direction and established policies and proceduresIncrease Area Revenue
Develop and drive a focus for exponential revenue growthEstablish strategies and tactics to achieve and exceed revenue targetsManage personal portfolio of high priority corporate and major gift prospectsApply best practices and innovative ideas to optimize special events fundraisingBuild diversified revenue streams beyond special events including corporate partnerships, foundations, retail campaigns, individual/major gifts and clubs and organizations fundingCollaborate with colleagues across the Region and organization to identify and maximize opportunities across the organizationIdentify and steward community foundations and state grants to fund the work of the AssociationEnsure effective stewardship strategies are deployed to maintain and further engage donorsDevelop annual budget, monitor expenditures and income and forecast financial performance accuratelyProvide periodic financial summary statements to the CLBPosition the Association as a leader in diabetes prevention and management
Develop a thorough understanding of organizational, community and key stakeholder priorities, needs and barriers to identify appropriate partners and form alliances that significantly accelerate the development of strategic partnerships that facilitate the distribution and implementation of Association's education and programs into the communities being servedPosition the Association as the key voice on strategic task forces and diabetes coalitions at the state and local level as well as with heads of important civic organizations and faith leadersIdentify, engage and integrate community partners to deliver ADA's community-based programs as developed by the ADA Scientific, Medical and Mission DivisionCreate an advocacy strategy and build relationships with state and local government officialsDevelop effective and ongoing relationships with mediaQUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree and 8-10 years of non-profit managementEstablished success in fundraising and non-profit leadershipProven record of success management and revenue growthKnowledge of product marketing/sales conceptsOutcome-driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and prioritiesAbility to manage and motivate groups and individualsExcellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skillsStrong market, community and constituent perspectiveProficient in computer-based information systemsAbility to work some nights and weekendsMust live within 100 miles of New OrleansWHY WORK HERE
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture:
Industry competitive base pay for this role. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awardsGenerous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick daysComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability & life insurance, pet insurance, and retirement savingsGuided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits programA company focus on offering mental health programs and work/life balance with most of our employees working remoteJoining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millions
About the OrganizationThe American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a leader in the fight to end diabetes. Our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. We provide lifesaving education and resources backed by trusted experts to help people learn how to make life with diabetes easier until the day diabetes is gone for good. Through research, the ADA searches relentlessly for a cure and supports the professionals who provide direct care. Our team is on the ground fighting for those with diabetes who suffer discrimination, health inequity, high health care costs and so much more. Employees of the ADA embrace this mission and vision and keep people living with diabetes at the center of everything we do.
Req NumberDEV-24-00053
LocationNew Orleans Remote
Full-Time/Part-TimeFull-Time
CategoryDevelopment
EOE StatementIt is the policy of the American Diabetes Association to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
This position is currently accepting applications.