Executive Director, Northeastern North Carolina Chapter Location: Greenville, NC
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 16 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: RC76211
By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members.
We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director in our Northeastern North Carolina Chapter. The American Red Cross Serving the Northeastern North Carolina is proud to serve the communities of Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Edgecombe, Gates, Greene, Halifax, Hertford, Hyde, Martin, Nash, Northampton, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington, and Wilson.
NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter.
The successful candidate should live in the Greenville, NC area. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community.
This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board.
This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility:
Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community's recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master's degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team.
Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work.
Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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