President/CEO

Position Summary:

ThePresident/CEOisresponsibleforUnitedWayofNorthernShenandoahValley’s(UWNSV) mission and has the authority, within the framework of the UWNSV’s plans, policies and Bylaws, to take necessary action to perform the job responsibilities.

The President/CEO will be a mission-driven, collaborative, and innovative leader and manager. They will serve as the brand ambassador and champion of UWNSV in the community, which includesconnectingwithaconstituencyofdonors/supporters,recipientsofservices,individuals, associations, agencies, government, businesses, and other institutions.They will leverage the power of relationships and networks, working across private, public, and corporate sectors to improve conditions in the community.As chief spokesperson, the President/CEO will insure that UWNSV, its mission, programs, and services are consistently presented in a positive, collaborative manner.

CoreCompetencies:

• Visionary: TheCEOistheChiefMissionOfficer,hasaclearvisionfortheorganization, confronts the complex realities of the environment and simultaneouslymaintains faith in a better future, providing purpose, direction, and motivation.
• Organizational Leadership: The CEO demonstrates strategic leadership balanced with authenticity, respect for others, and trust-building within the organization, the Board of Directors,andstakeholders.TheCEOproactivelydrivestheorganizationtoahigherlevel ofperformance, efficiency, and growth through inspiringaction and commitment forbest results.
• Influence in the Community: TheCEO is a collaborator and cultivates a network of relationships,isinfluentialandleveragesUnitedWay’suniquepositiontoproactively increase visibility, reputation, and competitive advantage that generates interest and passion for investing in community. The CEO successfully navigates the complex dynamics of local, regional, and national environments.
• Grow Business and Revenue: The CEO possesses an innovative mindset and a high level of business acumen and management skills to broaden the impact and reach of UnitedWayinourcommunity.TheCEOiseffectiveatgeneratingandgrowingfinancial support for the organization, is able to raise funds by effectively engaging and linking a variety of donors (individuals, corporations, major giving, and other segments) and volunteersand contributes to advancingthe mission. TheCEOis expected to solicit gifts directly and through volunteers.
• PartnershipMindsetandNetwork-Oriented: TheCEOhasa collaborative mindset.

TheyvalueandleveragethepowerofnetworksandUnitedWay’sbreadthofcommunity presence, relationships, and strategies, while providing leadership at the local and regional level.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

• LeadDevelopmentandOversightofthestrategicplanningprocess.
• Leadthedevelopmentandimplementationoftheannualoperationalplan.
• FosterthedevelopmentofacommonvisionforUWNSVamongvolunteers,staff, human service providers and the community.
• Providecleardirectionandasenseof priorities.
• Developinnovativeapproachestomeetthechallengesofthisnewenvironment.
• AssisttheUWNSVBoardofDirectors,itscommittees,andgeneraloperationsinmatters of policy formation, interpretation, and implementation.
• Leverageandcoordinateresourcestoensurestrategicalignmentintheareasof community impact, resource development, and staff alignment.
• SupporttheBoardintheassessmentofUnitedWay’s impact.

ResourceDevelopment:

• Oversee fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements,developinginnovativefuturestrategies,researchingfundingsources, establishing aneffective processtoapproachingfunders, submitting proposals and grants, and overseeing fundraising records and documentation.
• WiththeBoardofDirectors,worktowardcampaigngrowth,fundraisingsuccessfully within the traditional campaign and planned giving channels and utilizing newer development methods and opportunities to increase giving.
• Utilizeeffectiveandinnovativeresourcedevelopmentstrategiesanddirect staffin planning, organizing, and executing fundraising campaigns.

CommunityImpact:

• ProvideoverallstrategicleadershipandmanagementthatwillpositionUWNSVtoexecuteon long-term goals in education, income and health.
• Demonstratepersonalcommitmenttodiversityobjectives.
• Represent the interests of all health and human service nonprofits through advocacy effortsdesignedtoeducatecorporateandgovernmentrepresentativesoncommunity needs.
• Leverageimpactbysupportingandencouragingpartnershipsandcollaborations between local nonprofits.
• Abilitytospeakinawaythatmotivateslargeandsmallgroupstoaction.
• Championinnovativeapproachestowardssolvingcommunityissues.

OrganizationalManagement:

• Buildandleadahigh performingteamandensureallteammembersarealignedand collaborating to achieve organizational results.
• Manage direct reports and assist direct reports in the management of their staff, assuringthatadequatetraining,support,andresourcesare inplacetoachievegoals with a focus on a coaching culture.
• Maintainaccountabilityfortheoperationalandfiscalintegrityoftheorganizationwithin policies set by the Board of Directors.
• WiththeBoard,manageorganizationalspending,monitorbudgetcompliance,and mitigate financial risk.
• Ensurecompliancewithallregulations,laws,andstandardsofethics.
• Prepare and manage UWNSV’s annual operating budget, including planning of the overallprogramexpenditures,andvariouslineitems,suchasgrants,anddesignations.

Education/Experience/SkillsPreferred:

(Equivalentcombinationofeducation,trainingandexperience.)

• Bachelor’sdegree(Masterspreferred)
• 5Yearsfundraisingexperience,preferredinsocialserviceorganizationcapacity.
• 3Yearsleadershipexperience
• ExperienceworkingwithUnitedWayorexperienceleadingsimilarpublicornot-for-profit social service agency.
• Evidenceof highethicalandcharacterstandards.
• Demonstratedtrackrecordofcommunityservice,high-energyprofessional,leadership skills and committed to United Way Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Stronginterpersonalandcommunicationsskills.
• PCandtechnologyproficiency.
• Workunderminimumsupervision.
• Must complete projects in a timely manner, effectively dealing with continuous interruptions,prioritychangesandpersonalitiesinperformanceofhis/herduties.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $95,000 annually depending on experience, plus benefits.

PhysicalRequirements:

• Normalofficeconditions.
• Employeemayoccasionallyliftand/ormoveupto10pounds.
• MustresideintheUWNSVservicearea.

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