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Executive Director, Northeastern North Carolina Chapter

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American Red Cross

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration
  • Greenville
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a BS/BA with 5+ years in relevant roles, strong communication skills, fundraising experience, and the ability to build community relationships. Valid driver's license required.
  • You will represent the Red Cross, build community relationships, lead volunteers, manage board support, achieve fundraising goals, and ensure effective communication for mission success.

Requirements

  • 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. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships 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. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
  • Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation.
  • Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director.
  • Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support.
  • Leads the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships, meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive.
  • Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities.
  • Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships.
  • Ensures that information flow is facilitated.
  • The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community.
  • Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally.
  • May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Executive Director for the Northeastern North Carolina Chapter?

The primary responsibility is to serve as the face of the American Red Cross in the community, strengthening relationships, communicating the organization's programs, and building community partnerships.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A four-year college degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance, or Non-Profit Administration is required, with a preference for a Master’s degree. A minimum of 5 years of related experience is also required.

Where should the successful candidate reside?

The successful candidate should live in the Greenville, NC area.

Is operational responsibility a significant part of this role?

No, this position involves very little operational responsibility and is focused on community relations and outreach.

What type of relationships should the Executive Director develop?

The Executive Director should develop sustained community relationships, including connections with local elected officials, key community leaders, and stakeholders to enhance the Red Cross’s presence and engagement.

What skills are necessary for success in this role?

Strong communication and influencing skills, public speaking and writing abilities, fundraising strategy development, and the capability to build and sustain community partnerships are necessary for success.

What benefits does the American Red Cross provide for employees?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision plans, health spending accounts, PTO and holidays, a 401K with a 5% match, paid family leave, disability insurance, employee assistance programs, and service awards.

What are the expectations regarding travel for this position?

The Executive Director is expected to travel within the communities served and the region, and may also participate in meetings and conferences within the chapter jurisdiction and the Red Cross system.

How does the American Red Cross view diversity in the workforce?

The American Red Cross is committed to the diversity of its workforce and aims to deliver programs and services in a culturally competent manner, reflecting the communities it serves.

Is a cover letter required when applying for this position?

Yes, candidates must upload a formatted copy of their updated resume and a cover letter to be considered for the position.

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American Red Cross

We prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.

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Mission & Purpose

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Each day, thousands of people – people just like you – provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world. We roll up our sleeves and donate time, money and blood. We learn or teach life-saving skills so our communities can be better prepared when the need arises. We do this every day because the Red Cross is needed - every day.