ABFE
Vice President and Executive Director, Cubs Charities
ABFE, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Vice President and Executive Director, Cubs Charities
Cubs Charities is looking for a dynamic leader to build on the organization’s rich philanthropic legacy and grow its influence as a contributor with local and national impact. As one of the largest charities in Major League Baseball, the next Executive Director will embrace the shared goals of enhancing the organization’s charitable mission and extending its brand into the 77 neighborhoods in Chicago. This leader will bring a strong blend of strategic leadership and execution skills and will have a great opportunity to serve as a fundraiser, partner, manager, grantmaker and community ambassador.
The charity has eight full-time staff with an operating budget of approximately $6.6 million and projected 2024 grantmaking of $2.2 million.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for strategic planning and oversight of fundraising, grantmaking, programs, finance, civic engagement, community outreach, marketing and administration for Cubs Charities. The organization seeks an accomplished, thoughtful and strategic leader and fundraiser who is passionate about the charity’s work and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
This individual will display a genuine intellectual curiosity, interpersonal effectiveness and wisdom borne of experience. The next Executive Director will lead with humility and understated but substantive self-confidence. The successful candidate will bring a distinguished combination of professional experience in business, corporate philanthropy, fundraising, nonprofit leadership, marketing, public relations and/or a related field. An understanding of and experience with a private foundation or corporate social responsibility would be advantageous.
Familiarity with and connection to the Chicago ethos and networks in the city will greatly aid in the next leader’s onboarding and success. Experience in community or civic engagement and knowledge of youth development programming is a plus.
Important personal attributes include an inclusive, collaborative style along with the ability to be an authentic listener. The well-qualified candidate will demonstrate high EQ and the ability to work in partnership with a broad and diverse spectrum of stakeholders. This leader will embody honesty, integrity and a deep commitment to a team mentality.
The salary range for this position is between $250,000 – 300,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Cubs Charities offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to 9 paid holidays, vacation, group health, vision and dental, as well as a 401k plan.ABFE's job board reaches thousands of qualified professionals everyday. Find the candidate you've been looking for from our professional network.
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Cubs Charities is looking for a dynamic leader to build on the organization’s rich philanthropic legacy and grow its influence as a contributor with local and national impact. As one of the largest charities in Major League Baseball, the next Executive Director will embrace the shared goals of enhancing the organization’s charitable mission and extending its brand into the 77 neighborhoods in Chicago. This leader will bring a strong blend of strategic leadership and execution skills and will have a great opportunity to serve as a fundraiser, partner, manager, grantmaker and community ambassador.
The charity has eight full-time staff with an operating budget of approximately $6.6 million and projected 2024 grantmaking of $2.2 million.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for strategic planning and oversight of fundraising, grantmaking, programs, finance, civic engagement, community outreach, marketing and administration for Cubs Charities. The organization seeks an accomplished, thoughtful and strategic leader and fundraiser who is passionate about the charity’s work and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
This individual will display a genuine intellectual curiosity, interpersonal effectiveness and wisdom borne of experience. The next Executive Director will lead with humility and understated but substantive self-confidence. The successful candidate will bring a distinguished combination of professional experience in business, corporate philanthropy, fundraising, nonprofit leadership, marketing, public relations and/or a related field. An understanding of and experience with a private foundation or corporate social responsibility would be advantageous.
Familiarity with and connection to the Chicago ethos and networks in the city will greatly aid in the next leader’s onboarding and success. Experience in community or civic engagement and knowledge of youth development programming is a plus.
Important personal attributes include an inclusive, collaborative style along with the ability to be an authentic listener. The well-qualified candidate will demonstrate high EQ and the ability to work in partnership with a broad and diverse spectrum of stakeholders. This leader will embody honesty, integrity and a deep commitment to a team mentality.
The salary range for this position is between $250,000 – 300,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Cubs Charities offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to 9 paid holidays, vacation, group health, vision and dental, as well as a 401k plan.ABFE's job board reaches thousands of qualified professionals everyday. Find the candidate you've been looking for from our professional network.
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