Executive Director - Grant Funded Pilot Position
Executive Director - Grant Funded Pilot Position
Pilot Volunteerism Headquarters
United Way of Central Indiana works to bring the resources of philanthropy, government, corporations, the social sector, and neighborhoods together to confront generational poverty head on and ensure a better future for our neighbors in need. This is an ambitious time to join United Way as we embark on a five-year strategic plan to reduce the number of households experiencing poverty and financial instability. To make a significant impact in our region, United Way is looking for dedicated, confident, and compassionate team members who live our shared values of inclusivity, courage, accountability, respect, and excellence.
Position Summary
United Way of Central Indiana recognizes that the key to success is a strong and cohesive team that works through shared values to achieve our mission. The Volunteerism Headquarters Pilot Executive Director serves as the leader of the pilot initiative and ambassador for volunteerism across the Indianapolis area. The Executive Director is responsible for building, piloting and managing a centralized hub that connects volunteers with non-profit organizations of all sub-sectors, thereby fostering a community-wide culture of engagement and social responsibility. This role will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading the region's volunteerism landscape.
This is a grant funded pilot position.
Position Duties & Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
- Visionary Leadership: Articulate a clear and compelling vision based on the grant agreement for the Volunteerism Headquarters pilot that inspires team members and external stakeholders. Recruit and manage a team of three direct reports. Encourage innovation and experiment with new ideas, technologies and approaches to achieve the mission and vision of the pilot.
- Volunteer Management: Plan, arrange, and manage advisory committee meetings. Foster continuous, two-way communication with committee leadership between meetings.
- Operational Oversight: Oversee the development of a comprehensive platform that serves as a one-stop-shop for individuals and organizations seeking volunteer opportunities and resources. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pilot Volunteerism Headquarters, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. Manage financial resources, and strategies to sustain and grow the organization. Compile written and oral reports for UWCI leadership and the advisory committee about the progress of the pilot.
- Impact Assessment: Monitor and evaluate the impact of volunteerism efforts, using data-driven insights to enhance programmatic outcomes and community engagement.
- Community and Partner Engagement: Act as the face of volunteerism in Indianapolis, promoting awareness and participation in volunteer activities. Forge partnerships with key community stakeholders to enhance volunteerism efforts and expand outreach efforts.
- Advocacy and Representation: Advocate for volunteerism initiatives locally, represent the pilot Volunteerism Headquarters in public forums, events and media engagements.
- Volunteer Recruitment: Act as the trusted recruiter for organizations across various sub-sectors, identify and enhance existing volunteer prospecting efforts.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual in this role must display the highest level of integrity and confidentiality. United Way values innovative thinking, and a successful candidate will be a self-starter who can recruit and lead a team to achieve goals and objectives. The individual should have effective communication skills, attention to detail and organization, flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to multi-task and be open-minded in a fast-paced environment. The individual will also maintain knowledge of trends in his/her area of responsibility and review literature to understand key issues.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Non-profit Management, Public Administration, or related field required. Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience in nonprofit leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior management role preferred.
- Strong understanding of volunteer management principles and practices required.
- Experience with Hands on connect, Salesforce database or other similar volunteer management and CRM systems is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with a track record of successful partnership development and community engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and implement operational strategies.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of volunteerism and organizational culture.
*Work experience may substitute for education requirements on a case-by-case basis.
Position Leader: Vice President Workplace Fundraising and Volunteer Engagement
Position Leads: Volunteer Opportunity Curator and two contracted positions (Volunteer Recruitment role and Marketing role).
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Low $100s
Benefits: Complete Benefits Package Available
Reviewed: 8/19/24
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please apply at uwci.org/team
This position description does not constitute a contract of employment or a guarantee of any terms or conditions of employment. UWCI employees are employed on an at-will basis. In addition, nothing in this position description restricts UWCI's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.