The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - the world's leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis, and one of the most innovative organization of its kind - is seeking a talented Executive Director to work in their Gateway Chapter, located in Clayton, MO.
A nonprofit, donor supported organization, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) is the world's leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis (CF), a life-threatening genetic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. Established in 1955 as the National Cystic Fibrosis Research Foundation (NCFRF) by parents and families of CF patients, the Foundation now consists of 700+ employees, a nationwide network of 120 care centers and best-in class research centers, as well as 54 local chapters (over 70 offices) that strive to fund lifesaving research and provide access to quality, specialized care and effective treatments for people with CF.
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) and its employees embrace their commitment to its core values. These core values are the pillars on which CFF stand and will continue to sustain us as we move forward.
- Keep sight of what really matters: Our decisions are based on what is best for people with cystic fibrosis and their families.
- Aspire for excellence in all we do: We take pride in our work. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- Stronger together: We collaborate and work together so that we can learn more and achieve more.
- Innovate with courage: We embrace challenges. We reach beyond boundaries in pursuit of our vision.
- Care about our people: We deeply care about each other and all who support our shared mission. We listen with respect. We support one another.
The Executive Director will take an entrepreneurial approach to setting strategies and organizing operations to maximize the fundraising potential of this $1.9 million chapter. You must have the ability to establish a presence in the community and bring staff, volunteers and community leaders together to achieve a common goal.
- The ideal candidate will have: at least 5 years of non-profit experience directing staff and partnering with volunteer boards, corporate contacts in St. Louis and the ability to parlay “the search for a cure” into effective relationship building and fundraising projects.
- Experience providing strategic direction and practical oversight to a full range of special event fundraising including events that focus on the team fundraising model as well as success with Major Gift fundraising and Planned Giving programs is essential.
- A sales acumen will round out the ideal candidate.