Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Executive Director, Arthritis Foundation, Western PA Chapter - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 1/13/10

As the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, the Arthritis Foundation is the leading health organization addressing the needs of millions living with arthritis in the United States.

JOIN OUR TEAM IN PITTSBURGH, PA
By joining the Arthritis Foundation, you’ll be part of a dedicated staff team working with their volunteer partners making a difference in the lives of 46 million adults and nearly 300,000 children living with arthritis.  We are committed to improving the quality of life for other by focusing on three strategic directions:  Research, Public Health and Public Policy.

The Western Pennsylvania Chapter serving about 4 million residents and 19 counties has an exciting opportunity for the position of Executive Director.

The successful candidate will bring knowledge of the market, possess the ability to expand AF’s sphere of influence and have demonstrated success in: special event fund raising, staff development and leadership; volunteer recruitment and development; strategic planning; program management; individual giving and stewardship and corporate engagement and development.

The Executive Director provides senior-level staff oversight for the operations of the Pittsburgh, PA office, including the management of staff and volunteers and the development and execution of community-based fundraising and service programs.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Achieve annual fund raising goals;
• Develop and manage an annual budget of approximately $1 million;
• Hire, manage and lead a diverse staff;
• Recruit and engage local community and corporate volunteer leaders;
• Expand and manage mission-based community programs;
• Raise awareness of arthritis and AF’s mission throughout western Pennsylvania, and
• Provide staff leadership to the Western PA Chapter’s Board of Directors

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree required;
• Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive management experience in similar voluntary health agencies;
• Both hands-on and oversight experience in conducting special events and individual giving campaigns;
• Direct supervision of staff teams;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
• Knowledge of the corporate environment and understanding of the Pittsburgh market;
• Ability to align local programs with the Arthritis Foundation’s strategic direction;
• Ability to cultivate and nurture community coalitions;
• Outstanding staff and volunteer leadership skills;
• Extensive experience in donor stewardship, program delivery and volunteer recruitment, and
• Direct experience in working with and supporting a Board of Directors.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a volunteer and staff team dedicated to realization of our vision:   “A world free of arthritis pain”.  We’ll reach this goal by staying true to our core values:  Integrity, Urgency, Innovation and Passion. 

The Arthritis Foundation – Western Pennsylvania Chapter provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit programs. 

TO APPLY:  Resumes will be accepted until February 15, 2010

Send to:
Jane Brandenstein Chair BOD
Arthritis Foundation Western Pa. Chapter
100 W. Station Square Suite 1950
Pittsburgh Pa. 15219

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