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Family Promise Chicago North Shore, an affiliate of a leading national nonprofit addressing family homelessness, is seeking a dynamic, committed Executive Director. Its programs and services provide homelessness prevention, emergency shelter, workforce development, education, financial capability, and health and wellness. The goal is to keep families together and safe.
Working out of the Evanston, Illinois office, the Executive Director will develop and lead all functions of the organization, implementing best practices to ensure that all organizational functions are aligned with strategic goals. In addition, the Executive Director is responsible for leading all programming, communications, development (fundraising), and operational functions of the organization.
Specific duties include, in part, the following:
⬧ Collaborate effectively with the Board of Directors;
⬧ Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor all agency personnel;
⬧ Provide leadership in the development, execution, and reporting of the organization’s strategic plan; develop and track metrics to measure the impact of programs and services;
⬧ Provide oversight and administration of all program operational and administrative functions;
⬧ Lead the development and implementation of new initiatives;
⬧ Advocate for individuals who struggle with housing issues;
⬧ Serve as primary relationship manager for major donors;
⬧ Work with partner organizations and congregations to secure programmatic support;
⬧ Work closely with existing community partners, congregations, volunteers, and donors.
⬧ At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience working in a non-profit, social service setting; preferably providing a high level of care to people facing homelessness; counseling skills are a significant asset.
⬧ Experience in areas of non-profit programming, communication, community engagement, and/or development (fundraising); experience managing staff and providing support to volunteer boards of directors to maximize their passion and talents.
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The Executive Director position is a full-time salaried position and includes vacation time, holiday pay, medical & dental insurance and some retirement benefits.
Please provide a resume and cover letter to Kevin Wilson, Engagement Manager, at [email protected].
Family Promise of Chicago North Shore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Family Promise of Chicago North Shore is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans to apply.