Executive Director
The ideal candidate should have a master’s degree in social work or related field and 5 to 7 years of experience in a senior management role at a small or medium size not-for-profit social service or mental health agency, or similar background in not-for-profit management. A practicing Catholic is preferred.
The Executive Director has primary responsibility for the planning, management and execution of all operational functions according to the strategic priorities approved by the board, including: accounting and finance, human resources, fund development and marketing. The Executive Director is responsible for agency advocacy for public policies consistent with Catholic Social Teaching.
A candidate should have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following areas:
- Leadership and management principles as they relate to non-profit /voluntary organizations
- Human resources and volunteer management
- Financial management and accounting, with ability to promote financial sustainability
- Project management
- Grant writing and Fund Development, with ability to cultivate major gifts
- Marketing management, including social media platforms
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to foster a collaborative and diverse work environment
- knowledgeable of Catholic Social Teaching
Your application package should include the following, in PDF format:
- Cover letter, including salary expectations
- Professional resume, including telephone contact information for three professional references
The deadline is Friday, March 22, 2019 at 5pm (CST).
Please submit your application package as attachments by EMAIL to:
Attn: Hiring Committee – Executive Director
[email protected]
OR MAIL to:
Catholic Charities
Human Resources
Attn: Hiring Committee – Executive Director
850 East River Place
Jackson, MS 39202
Please note that incomplete submissions will not be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax, or hand-delivery. No phone calls please.
Catholic Charities would like to thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted by the hiring committee.
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates