Job Description

Catholic Charities, lnc.

Full-Time, Exempt

The Executive Director has primary responsibility for the planning, management and execution of all operational functions according to the strategic priorities approved bythe 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.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities will include:

ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP

• Work closely with the Board of Directors in implementing the strategic plan of the organization and further developing the vision and plan

• Draft policies for the approval ofthe Board and prepare procedures to implement the policies; review existing policies as required and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate

• Conduct official correspondence on behalf of, and jointly with the Board as appropriate

• Manage the workflow offull-time management staff, ensuring that key performance measures are met

• Foster effective team work between the Board, the Management Stall and the Executive Director, as weil as full and part-time staff

• Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors in all aspects ofthe organization's activities, providing regular Organizational, Fundraising, Marketing, Financial and Administrative reports

FUND DEVELOPMENT

• Draft and execute an annual fund development plan, encompassing individual giving, and private and corporate foundations; and including direct appeal donation campaigns, donor cultivation and stewardship, and special event components. Engage the Board in the creation and execution ofthe plan and activities.

• Cultivate and sustain long-term relationships with core and potential public sector funding sources, ensuring the organization's compliance with funder guidelines, as weil as advancing funder engagement and grant revenue increases

MARKETING

• Lead the overall planning and budgeting of marketing initiatives designed to expand and engage funders and donors.

• In conjunction with the Development Director:

o Develop marketing plans, initiatives and campaigns designed to expand the vision of the Agency

o Implement the rollout of marketing campaigns, evaluate their success and adjust for subsequent campaigns

o Manage the content in the various marketing vehicles: web site, program information guide, and advertising

• Expand and raise general awareness of the Agency

ADMINISTRATIVE AND HR MANAGEMENT

• Manage all aspects of the day-to-day operations, including program oversight, workflow systems and infrastructure and where appropriate, coaching and mentoring staff

• Uphold the HR policies of the organization in daily operations, and ensure that the Agency remains compliant to all relevant laws and regulations effecting the HR function

• Liaise with legal counsel where required

• Secure agreements and manage relationships with all funders and donors related to operational functions

• Maintain a close working relationship with the Management staffto ensure on-going communication and co-ordination of tasks, especially in areas of overlap of responsibilities

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Lead the budgeting process, working in collaboration with the Finance Director and soliciting input from all departments

• Ensure all funder / government regulatory obligations concerning financial reporting, grants, tax collection and remittances are met

• Ensure that bookkeeping systems are regularly updated

• Liaise with Budget Analysts and auditors to ensure timely production of financial reports

• Manage payroll, invoicing, and banking

• Manage the annual audit

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

A candidate should have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Leadership and management principles as they relate to non-profit social service or mental health 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

• Marketingmanagement, 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

SALARY

Salary commensurate with the successful candidate's level of experience

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