The CEO reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for providing visionary leadership in the establishment, implementation and growth of Big Brothers Big Sisters Mountain Region (BBBS-MR) in accordance with its mission, vision, strategic plans and policies adopted by the Board of Directors. In addition to staff and program management, the CEO is expected to spearhead fundraising initiatives and to engage staff, board, and volunteers in ways to expand programs. The selected candidate will oversee the preparation and management of the Agency budget, which provides planned business results that consistently, over time, contribute to the operating reserve and ensure financial health.
- With 7-10 years’ experience as the leader of an organization with a demonstrated record of accomplishment in creating and implementing breakthrough, sustained growth strategies in a non-profit or corporate environment.
- Proven ability to expand donor stewardship plan through enhancing gift levels, adding new donors each year, retaining donors, and increasing existing donor give.
- Proven ability to increase non-governmental funding as proportion of total funding (individual giving, annual campaign and grants).
- Experience with directing fundraising events, galas, etc.
- Experience with national or multi-site organizations a plus.
- Ability to work effectively with private/public agencies, boards, committees and community groups.
- Experience working in diverse social, cultural and economic communities.
- Demonstrated ability to make presentations that move people to action.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Access and Excel.
- Working knowledge of standard office equipment (personal computer/laptop, phone with voicemail, fax, copier, etc.) database applications and internet-based resources.
- Willing and able to use personal vehicle for local travel on Agency business; with valid NM driver’s license and proof of insurance.
- Able to work harmoniously with BBBS personnel, clients, volunteers and others.
- Demonstrate a collaborative leadership style.
- Demonstrated ability to work with community leaders from diverse cultures.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Business, Management and Leadership, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, or related field and 7 years of experience as the leader of an organization.
- Demonstrated success in private and public fundraising.