The primary function of the Mundi Project Executive Director is to oversee the management of the organization. S/he will
- Manage all aspects of Mundi’s external affairs including fundraising, resource development, communications and marketing, leadership positioning, community partnerships.
- manage all aspects of Mundi’s internal affairs: operational management of finances to meet all budgeted goals for contributed (and earned) income
- the ED will act as primary liaison to the board, providing reports as necessary to ensure the health and vitality of the company
- the ED will work in partnership with the board, staff, and volunteers to maintain and promote the excellence of the Mundi Project
Areas of Responsibility:
Executive Director essential functions are accomplished through the following areas:
Management and Operations
- Manage and supervise staff by building a collaborative administrative team to execute Mundi’s mission while providing strong, supportive and consistent leadership.
- Oversee fiduciary management of organization by overseeing development of the annual budget and any special project or capital budgets, reviewing all financial and managerial reports, statements and other documents (contracts, agreements, leases, etc.).
- Ensure the financial stability of the Mundi Project by using strong financial and accounting controls, identifying and driving appropriate revenue strategies and responsibly managing Mundi’s budget.
- Oversee the operations of the office space.
- Manage staff and oversee event management and relationships with performance venues.
Resource Development
- Oversee all fundraising activities including assistance in cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors with particular attention to major gift donors.
- Work with committees, volunteers, board members and other parties to identify sources of revenue for the organization.
- Seize opportunities that build, maintain and nurture relationships with donors.
Community Relations
- Establish and maintain strong relationships within the business, arts and nonprofit communities that promote the work of the Mundi Project and the arts/nonprofit community.
- Position the organization as an arts leader in the community through public relations strategies that establish both the company and leadership as experts.
- Advocate for the Mundi Project, the arts community, and the economic impact of the organization with local, state and federal offices as necessary.
Board Relations
- Act as the liaison to the board of directors, finance, facility, fundraising and governance committees of the Mundi Projects and provide reports, statements and other documents as needed to help the board exercise their legal duties to govern the Mundi Project.
- Oversee engagement of trustees in fundraising, marketing, public relations, community relations and advocacy efforts.
Other Functions
- Manage business activities including but not limited to: selection, hiring, development, evaluation and coaching of administrative staff.
- Collaborate with staff and volunteers to create and nurture the culture of the Mundi Project.
- Act as primary spokesperson for the Mundi Project.
- Other functions as directed by the board.
Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree required
Master’s in Public Administration or Business Administration preferred, or equivalent leadership experience
Skills/Experience:
The ideal candidate will have
- Leadership and management experience in a nonprofit organization.
- Passion for the performing arts.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in music (applicant needs to understand musical complexity, technicality, and vernacular).
- Established track record in fundraising, management, operations and board relations.
- Demonstrated ability to foster and nurture relationships with donors, business leaders, nonprofit professionals, community and civic leaders, and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated knowledge of operations, financial reporting, budgets, and nonprofit finance.
- Understanding of board governance and organizational management.
Compensation/Benefits:
This position is FTE .75 or 1.0. Compensation depends on experience. The Mundi Project is unable to pay for relocation costs.
Additional Information:
Applications accepted until April 30, 2018.
Contact Danielle Dallas ([email protected]) with application materials or questions.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Apr 2 2018
Active Until:
May 2 2018
Hiring Organization:
The Mundi Project
industry:
Nonprofit