Patient Choices Vermont
Executive Director
Patient Choices Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, us, 05405
Executive Director Job Description
Patient Choices Vermont is the leading non-profit organization responsible for education, training and policy development related to end-of-life choice and medical aid in dying under Vermont’s Act 39. Building on more than twenty years of advocacy and education work, PCV provides the most authoritative resources, training and services for people seeking end of life options and medical professionals, caregivers and others who serve and assist them.
PCV is growing from its largely founder and volunteer-based operations to full-time staff with the staying power to serve the organization’s mission for the longer term. At this important juncture, a new executive director will have a strong foundation on which to build, including a skillful and cohesive Board of Directors, an extensive volunteer network, well developed relationships with stakeholders and deep donor relationships.
The Executive Director will provide leadership on a broad range of initiatives and programs, working closely and collaboratively with the board and PCV's Program Manager. This is both a leadership and a hands-on position requiring inter-disciplinary skills, creative and strategic thinking and crisp execution.
Key Responsibilities:
PCV Mission and Vision:
PCV’s ED will work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to evolve the mission, strategy and priorities as community needs change. The ED will ensure coordination and alignment of all PCV activities to the mission and strategic plan.
Policy Leadership:
PCV’s ED will be a primary spokesperson for the organization and our mission. The ED will develop relationships with medical institutions, hospice organizations and other providers as well as professional organizations, legislators and public organizations to further the mission of end-of-life choice.
Strategic Planning, Budgeting and Fundraising:
PCV’s ED will lead the organization’s strategic planning and annual budgeting to serve the organization’s highest priorities. The ED will be responsible for fundraising including development and execution of strategic and marketing plans for growing the base of grants and donations. PCV’s strategies will also leverage the organization’s network of people and collaborative relationships.
Inspire Growth in Support Base; Marketing:
PCV’s ED will recognize the intrinsic inter-dependence of communications with the public, media, the medical and hospice communities, donors, staff, board and collaborating organizations. The ED will articulate PCV’s mission and accomplishments clearly and concisely in all communications to grow the supporter and donor base.
Program Oversight:
The ED will ensure the accuracy and comprehensive nature of PCV’s materials and programs, working in both a hands-on and oversight capacity on the website, training programs and services such as PCV’s helpline and our Wayfinder Network.
Administrative, Financial and Systems Responsibilities:
The ED will be accountable for the operational and fiscal integrity of PCV, including development of annual budgets, reporting, record-keeping, analysis and tax returns. The ED will work to further evolve record-keeping and communications systems so as to run a highly efficient organization.
Workplace; staff:
The ED will energize and lead individuals and teams and facilitate collaboration to achieve results. The ED will foster mutual respect, engagement, dedication and integrity.
The ED will have the support of PCV’s Program Manager, a new administrative position and our media consultant in addition to the board and numerous volunteers.
This is an opportunity to make a significant impact at a sensitive and important time in the lives of our constituents. Thousands of people rely on PCV to protect end of life choice, champion bodily autonomy and support their decision-making.
Qualifications and Background:
This position requires an experienced leader with multi-dimensional skills including:
Communication, delegation, facilitation, prioritization, navigating ambiguity and decision-making.
Strategic thinking, analysis of data, development of creative solutions and the ability to see both the larger picture and the detailed implementation steps.
Excellent writing and presentation skills in various formats including website, newsletters, fundraising letters, articles, policy statements and bringing a clear and confident voice to in-person presentations.
Organizational skills, including meticulous planning and scheduling and team organization.
Use of tools including database and accounting tools, word, excel, website editing, and communications and collaborative tools.
PCV’s board will be looking for background in fields such as medical, public policy, legal work, advocacy, non-profit management, finance, fund-raising, team building, and communications.
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
Choose your own hours
Ability to Commute:
Burlington, VT 05401 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Burlington, VT 05401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Burlington, VT 05401
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Patient Choices Vermont is the leading non-profit organization responsible for education, training and policy development related to end-of-life choice and medical aid in dying under Vermont’s Act 39. Building on more than twenty years of advocacy and education work, PCV provides the most authoritative resources, training and services for people seeking end of life options and medical professionals, caregivers and others who serve and assist them.
PCV is growing from its largely founder and volunteer-based operations to full-time staff with the staying power to serve the organization’s mission for the longer term. At this important juncture, a new executive director will have a strong foundation on which to build, including a skillful and cohesive Board of Directors, an extensive volunteer network, well developed relationships with stakeholders and deep donor relationships.
The Executive Director will provide leadership on a broad range of initiatives and programs, working closely and collaboratively with the board and PCV's Program Manager. This is both a leadership and a hands-on position requiring inter-disciplinary skills, creative and strategic thinking and crisp execution.
Key Responsibilities:
PCV Mission and Vision:
PCV’s ED will work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to evolve the mission, strategy and priorities as community needs change. The ED will ensure coordination and alignment of all PCV activities to the mission and strategic plan.
Policy Leadership:
PCV’s ED will be a primary spokesperson for the organization and our mission. The ED will develop relationships with medical institutions, hospice organizations and other providers as well as professional organizations, legislators and public organizations to further the mission of end-of-life choice.
Strategic Planning, Budgeting and Fundraising:
PCV’s ED will lead the organization’s strategic planning and annual budgeting to serve the organization’s highest priorities. The ED will be responsible for fundraising including development and execution of strategic and marketing plans for growing the base of grants and donations. PCV’s strategies will also leverage the organization’s network of people and collaborative relationships.
Inspire Growth in Support Base; Marketing:
PCV’s ED will recognize the intrinsic inter-dependence of communications with the public, media, the medical and hospice communities, donors, staff, board and collaborating organizations. The ED will articulate PCV’s mission and accomplishments clearly and concisely in all communications to grow the supporter and donor base.
Program Oversight:
The ED will ensure the accuracy and comprehensive nature of PCV’s materials and programs, working in both a hands-on and oversight capacity on the website, training programs and services such as PCV’s helpline and our Wayfinder Network.
Administrative, Financial and Systems Responsibilities:
The ED will be accountable for the operational and fiscal integrity of PCV, including development of annual budgets, reporting, record-keeping, analysis and tax returns. The ED will work to further evolve record-keeping and communications systems so as to run a highly efficient organization.
Workplace; staff:
The ED will energize and lead individuals and teams and facilitate collaboration to achieve results. The ED will foster mutual respect, engagement, dedication and integrity.
The ED will have the support of PCV’s Program Manager, a new administrative position and our media consultant in addition to the board and numerous volunteers.
This is an opportunity to make a significant impact at a sensitive and important time in the lives of our constituents. Thousands of people rely on PCV to protect end of life choice, champion bodily autonomy and support their decision-making.
Qualifications and Background:
This position requires an experienced leader with multi-dimensional skills including:
Communication, delegation, facilitation, prioritization, navigating ambiguity and decision-making.
Strategic thinking, analysis of data, development of creative solutions and the ability to see both the larger picture and the detailed implementation steps.
Excellent writing and presentation skills in various formats including website, newsletters, fundraising letters, articles, policy statements and bringing a clear and confident voice to in-person presentations.
Organizational skills, including meticulous planning and scheduling and team organization.
Use of tools including database and accounting tools, word, excel, website editing, and communications and collaborative tools.
PCV’s board will be looking for background in fields such as medical, public policy, legal work, advocacy, non-profit management, finance, fund-raising, team building, and communications.
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
Choose your own hours
Ability to Commute:
Burlington, VT 05401 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Burlington, VT 05401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Burlington, VT 05401
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