Executive Director

Position Title: Executive Director
Status: Full-time; Exempt salary
Salary Range: $100,000-120,000
Reports to: Board of Directors

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Summary of Position:

The Executive Director (ED) provides leadership and direction in fulfilling and advancing the mission of The Community Fund of Darien. The ED is responsible for leading the Fund in the achievement of its operational and strategic goals including the success of the Fund’s fundraising and donor development, fiscal management, grants and program operations, board relations, human resource management, community relations, and administrative tasks.

Our ideal candidate has a magnetic personality, is well-connected within the local community, and has a proven track record for cultivating relationships with meaningful corporate and individual donors. As the face of The Community Fund, the ED must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver engaging presentations to a variety of audiences. A strong preference will be given to candidates with leadership experience in non-profit organizations.

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Responsibilities

Strategy Development and Planning:

In collaboration with the Board of Directors, the staff, and other key stakeholders, the ED develops and executes the Fund’s strategic plan, long-term goals, and operational plans.

Fundraising and Donor Development:

Oversees all Fund development and fundraising activities including cultivation and stewardship of donors, event planning, grant writing and identifying new sources of donors and revenue.

Fiscal Management:

Ensures the Fund is meeting budget and can deliver on its mission.
Oversees the preparation and management of the annual budget including expense management.
In conjunction with the Investment Committee, ensure the assets of the Fund are invested in accordance with the investment policy guidelines.
Ensures the Financial Policy is up-to-date and enforced.
Grants and Philanthropic Leadership Program Management:

Oversees the Fund’s philanthropic leadership efforts and all grantmaking activities.

Board Relations:

Cultivates relationships with the Board of Directors and Honorary Board Members and leads Board development activities. Actively recruits board members with Governance Committee.
Oversees the preparation and distribution of Board/Committee materials. Serves ex- officio on all Board committees and works with the Executive Committee and Board leadership to implement Board decisions.
Human Resources Management:

Manages the Fund’s staffing needs including hiring, termination, staff development and provides performance appraisals. Informs the Board of Directors regarding staffing issues as appropriate.
Ensures that the employee manual is enforced and in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and Fund policies.
Community Relations:

Promotes the Fund’s visibility through participation and membership in community forums, civic organizations, and activities that align with the Fund’s mission and vision.
Serves as the Fund’s representative to the public to provide education in understanding the Fund’s interests, mission and concerns. Oversees communications and implements a strategic marketing plan.
Administrative Management:

Leads and oversees the administration components of the Foundation including contracts and outside consultants.
In conjunction with the Governance Committee: designs, reviews, maintains and implements all operational policies and guidelines for the Fund and presents these to the Board of Directors for input and approval.
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Education:

Bachelor’s degree required.

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Knowledge and Skills:​

A passion for the work for the work of public charities and community philanthropy.
Demonstrated success in sales and/or fundraising.
Ability to serve as the public face of the organization to the community.
Strong analytic, writing, and oral presentation skills and creative problem solving.
 

Application

• Resume and cover letter required. Email completed application to info@communityfunddarien.org. No phone calls please. 

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Compensation and Benefits

• 40 hours per week. Flexible work schedule. In office required. Salary based on experience, skills and credentials. Benefits include optional 403b plan. Some evening and weekend hours required.   

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Employment Information

Location: Darien, CT