Job Title: Executive Director
Organization: Branches Pregnancy and Family Center
Location: El Dorado, Kansas
About Us
Branches is a dynamic and impactful organization committed to sharing the love and compassion of Christ with those facing pregnancy and parenting choices in a safe, non-judgmental and relational environment. We encourage healthy choices, decisions and actions that will create safe and thriving families in our communities.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Executive Director to lead Branches. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational leadership and administrative skills, with a proven ability to unify and lead a dedicated team. As the Executive Director, you will play a crucial role in implementing our strategic vision, building strong relationships with donors, and overseeing successful fundraising initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Organizational Leadership:
• Provide visionary leadership to the organization, ensuring alignment with the mission and strategic goals.
• Foster a positive and collaborative organizational culture.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of dedicated professionals and volunteers.
• Meet individually with clients during the week, and clients in crisis during off-hours, if needed.
• Reports to the Board of Directors.
2. Administrative Skills:
• Responsible for management and evaluation of personnel, fundraising, and for the overall day-to-day operations, programs and services.
• Oversee Center Director(s), ensuring efficient and effective use of resources.
• Collaborate with Center Director(s) to develop and implement job descriptions, policies, and procedures to enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Center Director(s) to oversee and implement educational programs for clients, and training programs for staff and volunteers.
Monitor and evaluate program outcomes, making data-driven decisions to improve the performance of the Center.
• Create and oversee an annual budget while coordinating with the Accountant and Treasurer, ensuring that the organization is operating within the approved budget, and that the organization is in a positive ?nancial position.
3. Team Uni?cation:
• Build a cohesive and high-performing team by promoting open communication and collaboration.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
4. Donor Communication:
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing donors, providing regular updates on organizational progress.
• Develop strategies to expand and diversify the donor base.
• Effectively communicate the impact of the organization's work to donors through various channels.
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with pastors, churches and other similar ministries/organizations in the area through consistent communication and public speaking opportunities.
5. Fundraising:
• Lead fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation, and special events.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to ensure ?nancial sustainability and growth.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to identify and pursue funding opportunities.
Quali?cations
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a non-pro?t organization.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Apple computers and software like Word and Excel, along with either knowledge of or the ability to learn CRM’s like eGiving and eKyros.
• Demonstrated success in team building and leadership.
• Track record of successful fundraising and donor relations.
Compensation
• Pay: $53,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience and education.
• Job Type: Full Time.
• Location: El Dorado, Kansas
• Schedule: Monday to Friday. Weekends as needed for church speaking opportunities.
• Vacation: Two weeks paid per year. In addition: One week paid during Spring Break; three days paid during Thanksgiving; and two weeks paid during Christmas.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to
board@pregnancyandfamily.org. Please include "Executive Director Application - [Your Name]" in the
subject line. Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 17, 2024.
