Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Executive Director, Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 7/8/08

SUMMARY
Provide leadership to position the association at the forefront of the Spina Bifida community in the provision of benefits to those served. Develop and implement a strategic plan to advance the mission of the association to provide funding; ensure innovative program development to further the lives of those with Spina bifida; bestow quality service along with cost effective management of resources and facilities; develop a strong operating management team; complies with all legal, industry and good business practices thereby protecting the assets of the association and support operation and development of the Board of Directors.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Fund Development
Maximize available funding through grants, corporate funds and foundations, charitable funds and foundations, government programs, capital campaigns, donations, events, promotions, and service provision, as required to support and further the mission of the association.

Direct and assure timely compliance with all fund reporting and restriction requirements (IE; United Ways (Allegheny, Lawrence, and Butler), OVR, MHMR, MPDF, CSSSPD, Highmark, etc.)

Develop a fund raising network.

Develop fund raising training and support services and support materials for use by staff and board members.

Coordinate board member meetings with funding and grant issuing organizations.

Develop fund raising plans and progress/performance reporting.

Promotion, Marketing and Community Relations
Represent the association in the community, and develop relationships necessary to further the mission of the association. Promote the association and its works to the benefit of the association and individuals with bifida.

Use effective marketing to reach those who the association can help.

Promote a positive image of the association and the spina bifida community.

Raise public awareness of spina bifida, the needs of individuals with spina bifida and the services offered through the association

Conduct yourself in a manner that always reflects well on the association.

Program Development and Direction
Develop and direct programs that provide the maximum benefit to individuals with spina bifida in accord with the association’s mission statement and in a manner to assure the most are served in a cost effective manner.

Direct the assessment and ascertainment of clients and potential clients to determine their needs and develop services and programs to meet those needs.

Ascertain the community (employers, schools, hospitals, etc.) to develop programs which most benefit individuals with spina bifida.

Evaluate and assess current programs outcomes to assure effective client health, development and well being.

Operations
Lead and inspire the association’s management and staff in the fulfillment of the association’s mission.

Recruit, hire, evaluate, develop, train, supervise and dismiss all staff directly or through delegation.

Develop maintain and implement human resource policies.

Develop a strong, motivated, enthusiastic and well trained staff.

Develop implement and maintain appropriate operational policies and procedures.

Oversee all capital improvement projects.

Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with our sister organization WFI

Identify growth opportunities through acquisition or mergers.

Finance Administration and Legal
Protect the assets of the Association through fiscal responsibility, risk assessment and minimization, provision of proper insurance protection and strong internal financial controls.

Direct the preparation of the annual budget and submit it to the executive committee as directed.

Develop implement and maintain in conjunction with the treasurer and the finance committee financial performance reporting and record keeping.

Manage through the staff of the Associations the operational and financial performance to maximize compliance with the annual budget and mission statement

Direct the preparation of a three year financial plan reflective of the Associations mission statement and provide it to the Executive Committee as directed.

Develop reporting to the Board of measures of performance and strategic plan implementation, with special attention to the comparative and historic reports on the number of clients served by program and at what cost.

Ensure the accuracy and timely completion of financial records, and after review with the Treasurer, provide the reports to the officers of the board of directors.

Ensure the Associations compliance with all legal, government, contract, funding and industry requirements.

Direct the development, implementation and maintenance of appropriate financial policies and procedures to protect the assets of the Association, inclusive of but not limited to policies in the following areas: purchasing, credit card distribution and use, petty cash, payroll, T&E reporting and approval, computer data backup and protection and physical asset inventories.

Participate in and support the annual financial audit and preparation of the annual audited financial reports.

Oversee completion and filing of all tax and nonprofit required reporting and compliance with such regulations.

Develop and manage banking relationships.

Board of Directors
Keep the Board and Officers informed in a timely manner of all significant matters.

Attend all board meetings, executive committee meetings and other committee meetings as assigned.

Working with the Board president to prepare the agenda for meetings and insure timely distribution of meeting materials to Board Members.

Provide professional staff support to the Board of Directors through the provision of adequate information necessary for reaching good decisions and establishing organizational policy.

Comply with the Associations bylaws and complete other projects and duties as directed by the board.

Knowledge and skill requirements

Experienced in organizational development.
Experienced and knowledgeable in the areas of general and operational management.
Experienced in strategic and financial planning and execution.
Knowledgeable in the areas of contracting, negotiation, insurance, finance and human resources, fundraising and grant writing. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data. Capable of developing and strengthening interpersonal relations with stake holders, staff and the community.
Knowledgeable in areas of marketing and promotion.
Ability to develop, manage, and motivate teams.
Ability to simultaneously manage several projects.
Strong communication and public speaking skills. Demonstrated professional written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills.
Experience in working with disabled a positive attribute.
An earned Bachelor’s degree and five years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) successful development experience at a senior level within a complex organization; OR the equivalent.

Reports to: The Board of Directors

TO APPLY: Please send Resume to:
Richard L. Smith, Board President
106 Forest Road
Bradford Woods, PA 15015

E-mail resume to rlsmith@zoominternet.net, Subject “SBAWPA Executive Director”

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