The President and Chief Executive Officer of the United Way is responsible for the successful implementation and execution of Board directives. The President and CEO ensures the organization’s long-term relevance to the communities it serves, provides inspirational action-oriented leadership to continually enhance the organization’s capacity to carry out its mission and ensures the accountability of the organization to its diverse constituents.
The President and Chief Executive Officer serves as the strategic and operational leader of United Way. In collaboration with the Chairman and key officers and Board Leaders, the President and CEO represents the United Way to the community and its stakeholders.
Responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day operations of the United Way of Greater St. Louis in accordance with the mission, goals and strategic direction approved by the Board, the President and CEO manages and executes all activities of staff and volunteers either directly or through delegated authority and provides leadership in areas including, but not limited to: strategic planning, fundraising, relationship building, resource optimization, community involvement and operational excellence.
- Visionary Leadership
- Board Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Management & Fund Development
- Executive and Volunteer Oversight
- Relationships and Constituencies
The President and CEO should have a background working in voluntary, not-for-profit corporations and human service management, with increasing levels of responsibility or executive level experience in a business or civic organization. The successful candidate must have a strong record of leadership and successful relationships with volunteer leaders, and be experienced in working with diverse communities. The ability to learn quickly and understand the region and the communities served is essential. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is expected, with at least 7 in a management capacity.
The President and CEO is expected to be a college graduate, preferably with a degree in one of the human service professions. Additional training or experience in business would be beneficial. The President and CEO must have broad knowledge, demonstrated skill in managing fundraising, health and social service programs, marketing and communications, finances and resource management. Proven skills and a successful track record in leadership, team building, and working with volunteers is required.
PERSONAL / professional ATTRIBUTES:
- Demonstrates Inspirational Leadership
- Maintains Strategic Focus
- Fosters Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- Employs Influential Communication
- Builds Relationships
- Exhibits Passion for Operational Excellence
- Possesses Business/Financial Acumen
- Models Professionalism