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Job Summary
The Easy Day Foundation (EDF) Executive Director will oversee the day-to-day operations with a focus on the Foundation’s governance, financial sustainability, and operations. The candidate will also lead fundraising and community outreach, communications, and ensure accountability in financial reporting, and fund management. He or she will lead the collaborative relationships established with strategic non‑profit partners, as well as work with the special event manager. He/she will be the spokesperson for the organization.
Key Responsibilities Governance
Ensure the day-to-day operations are conducted within the guidelines of the IRS for 501c3 operations
Report to board of directors and work in concert with them to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives to take EDF to the next level
Fiscal Affairs
Establish an annual operating budget and ensure that donations are focused on programmatic goals
Create a fundraising plan that incorporates fundraising strategies to include a diverse source of funds that fulfill the budgetary requirements
Identify and secure funding opportunities through donor cultivation and fundraising activities such as donor visits and large-scale EDF events
Events
Work with the special event consultant to ensure annual concert event and smaller events are executed with excellence
Donor Relations
Maintain accurate donor records in data base and ensure accurate and timely stewardship occurs
Build and steward relationships with key stakeholders, including and not limited to veterans' organizations, government agencies, and community partners
Ensure all aspects of donors’ relationships are “full service” including identification of donor prospects, successful asks, donor information completed in database and acknowledgment letters
Programmatic Responsibilities
Provide exceptional leadership to advance EDF’s mission and strategic goals
Oversee the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that support veterans' mental health and job readiness
Represent EDF in public forums, conferences, and media appearances to raise awareness and advocate for veterans' needs
Monitor and continually evaluate the effectiveness of EDF programs, making necessary adjustments when needed to achieve outcomes
Communications
Create a plan for traditional and social media as well as a production of an email newsletter for supporters
Producing an annual EDF Impact Report
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise EDF consultants as needed
Minimum Qualifications of Position
Undergraduate degree
Experience working for small start-up environments
3 - 5 years’ experience working for a foundation or non-profit organizations
Knowledge of relevant laws, ethical standards, and regulations in the NPO sector
Experience in fundraising, donor relations and financial management
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Key Responsibilities Governance
Ensure the day-to-day operations are conducted within the guidelines of the IRS for 501c3 operations
Report to board of directors and work in concert with them to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives to take EDF to the next level
Fiscal Affairs
Establish an annual operating budget and ensure that donations are focused on programmatic goals
Create a fundraising plan that incorporates fundraising strategies to include a diverse source of funds that fulfill the budgetary requirements
Identify and secure funding opportunities through donor cultivation and fundraising activities such as donor visits and large-scale EDF events
Events
Work with the special event consultant to ensure annual concert event and smaller events are executed with excellence
Donor Relations
Maintain accurate donor records in data base and ensure accurate and timely stewardship occurs
Build and steward relationships with key stakeholders, including and not limited to veterans' organizations, government agencies, and community partners
Ensure all aspects of donors’ relationships are “full service” including identification of donor prospects, successful asks, donor information completed in database and acknowledgment letters
Programmatic Responsibilities
Provide exceptional leadership to advance EDF’s mission and strategic goals
Oversee the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that support veterans' mental health and job readiness
Represent EDF in public forums, conferences, and media appearances to raise awareness and advocate for veterans' needs
Monitor and continually evaluate the effectiveness of EDF programs, making necessary adjustments when needed to achieve outcomes
Communications
Create a plan for traditional and social media as well as a production of an email newsletter for supporters
Producing an annual EDF Impact Report
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise EDF consultants as needed
Minimum Qualifications of Position
Undergraduate degree
Experience working for small start-up environments
3 - 5 years’ experience working for a foundation or non-profit organizations
Knowledge of relevant laws, ethical standards, and regulations in the NPO sector
Experience in fundraising, donor relations and financial management
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