Angel Kids Foundation Executive Director Position Available In Duval, Florida

Angel Kids Foundation Executive Director AK Pediatrics

• 5.0 Jacksonville, FL Job Details Full-time $75,000
• $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Managerial Decision Making Managerial strategic planning Strategic management 6 years Management Team leadership Fundraising experience (3-5 years) Public speaking Managerial communication Performance management Master’s degree Public Administration Project management experience (3-5 years) Supervising experience Project management Bachelor’s degree Fundraising Risk management Conflict resolution Organizational skills Relationship management Human Services Business Administration Public relations Senior level Leadership Communication skills Marketing Managerial negotiation Behavioral health Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Angel Kids Foundation Executive Director Reports to: Board of Directors

ABOUT ANGEL KIDS FOUNDATION

Angel Kids Foundation Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization committed to connecting people and resources in our community to address health disparities and provide equitable healthcare supports for all. Our desire is to nurture, educate and support children and families to allow them to thrive in their own surroundings. Founded in 2017, by Ashraf Affan, MD, Angel Kids Foundation is driven by the vision to aid children and families in underserved communities where poverty is extreme, commitment to education is low, employment opportunities are limited, and access to high quality physical and mental health care is lacking. Angel Kids Foundation was created to link together parent voice and community-based partners to seek solutions to addressing the social determinants of health.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Executive Director’s (ED) role is to advance its vision of eliminating health inequities towards a future in which all residents have equal access to healthcare and the opportunity to live healthy lives. The initiatives are locally in Jacksonville, Fl and globally with main efforts to the children and families residing in the war-torn area of Sudan. The Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and talented leader to guide the organization, sustain and expand the organization’s role as advocate and convener within the healthcare and behavioral health community. Building capacity and funding sources is critical for our communities of Jacksonville, FL. The ED will have the collaborative assistance of an engaged and active Board of Directors (BOD) that reflects the passion and commitment to our local community and the donors who wish to support quality healthcare and behavioral healthcare for all. The ED will serve as the face and voice of the Foundation to a wide variety of stakeholders including donors, community partners, elected officials, and nonprofit organizations. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in cultivating productive relationships with major donors, have a proven track record of success in fundraising, have general knowledge of healthcare and behavioral health challenges both on a local and global level, including awareness of the social determinants of health, and possess excellent communication abilities in both spoken and written form. We are looking for an ED who will conduct themselves with the highest degree of dignity, integrity and transparency. Bi-lingual skill desirable.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) will have overall strategic and operational responsibility of Angel Kids Foundation’s programs, potential expansion, and execution of its mission. They will develop a deep knowledge of the social determinants of health, the drivers of health inequities in Jacksonville, and be committed to partnering with local healthcare and mental health providers, community-based organizations, as well as well as Angel Kids Foundation operations and sustainability plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising & Communications:

• Lead and expand local revenue generating and fundraising activities to support grantmaking, operations and potentially regional expansion.
• Develop, administer and lead grant making processes to include collaborative proposals and determine recommendations for funding.
• Deepen and refine all aspects of communications—from web presence to external relations with the goal of creating a stronger brand.
• Create at least one fundraising event per year.
• Maintain CRM/tracker (NFG) for current and potential funders/donors, including acknowledgements and receipts.
• Use external presence and relationships to garner & secure new funding and partnership opportunities.
• Provide compelling strategic direction and management expertise as the leader of the organization.
• Maintain all aspects of non-profit/charitable status for the organization.
• Serve as chief spokesperson, and overall brand ambassador and champion for Angel Kids Foundation through advocacy and thought leadership.
• Provide vision and strategic insight to the Board for fulfilling the mission of the organization, utilizing input from multiple sources, including external and internal constituents.
• Ensure that the Board has access to all information needed to carry out its governance responsibilities.
• Develop annual strategic plans, including one specific to fundraising to report on progress in achieving goals, finances, HR and program expansion.
• Drive the development and implementation of evidence-based/promising practice programs, interventions and initiatives that address social determinants of health, public health, and behavioral health in marginalized communities.
• Foster a culture of interdisciplinary teamwork and communication to drive the successful integration of behavioral health services, ultimately improving outcomes and addressing the holistic well-being of individuals served by the organization.
• Oversight and management of the day-to-day operations of grants that support the integration of Behavioral Health and Social Services into primary care.
• Identify new opportunities to build partnerships with a broad and diverse group of external constituents and leverage resources to maximize impact to make the Foundation self-sustaining.
• Partner with external organizations to encourage the exchange of information and the building of collaborations, including future donors, corporate sponsors, and legacy donations.
• Participate in external meetings, councils, forums, etc. to ensure AKF has the most current and relevant information to use in decision-making.
• Achieve revenue goals, through creating and overseeing grant management systems to ensure excellence in federal and local reviews and program outcomes.
• Generate annual funding to meet grant match and agency requirements and strategically pursuing new opportunities aligned with agency mission, vision, values and strengths.
• Ensure the organization is fiscally and administratively sound and that its operations, compliance, marketing and communications, information systems, and fund development efforts are coordinated and support the strategies and policies agreed upon by the Board.
• Ensure program effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability through rigorous evaluation and continuous improvement processes.
• Lead quality growth, year over year, to serve more children and improve more lives, including future sustainability forecasting.
• Oversight of marketing, branding and events, including fundraising activities, website and social media platforms.
• Expand and protect the reputation of Angel Kids Foundation and promote the mission/vision/values to the community.
• Inspire, motivate, and lead staff of multiple programs, caring for thousands of Jacksonville’s children and families.
• Establish a culture, which ensures that the organization attracts and retains the talent necessary to successfully carry out its programs and mission.

Leadership & Management:

• Oversee the integration of the foundation’s strategic planning & fundraising process to operationalize commitment through all activities and operations; monitor and report progress to ensure ongoing diversification of funding efforts to organizations that promote health equity on local and or global stakeholders.
• Promote clear communication and collaboration internally to advance learning, strategy refinement, innovation, as well as externally with funded partners to ensure alignment and attainment of stated goals.
• Create a culture of philanthropy: engage board members in actively cultivating and stewarding relationships with existing donors and new prospects.

Planning & New Business:

• Explore regional expansion and complete the strategic planning process for continued and expanded diversified funding opportunities. Advocacy and Policy Influence
• Build & foster strategic partnerships and represent the organization with policymakers, community leaders, and advocacy organizations to advance the organization’s policy agenda.
• Speak and present internally and externally in a way that moves large and small groups to action.

Education and Experience Graduate degree in human services related field, public administration, business administration, or law preferred. Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of executive experience with a proven record of accomplishment and demonstrated expertise in the non-profit sector required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ED will be thoroughly committed to the Foundation’s mission. All candidates should have proven leadership, coaching, and relationship management experience to include:

• At least 6+ years (less if Master’s Degree) of senior management experience in a nonprofit organization; proven track record of effectively leading and regionally scaling a performance
• and outcomes-based organization and staff.
• Demonstrated experience providing quality programs and data-driven program evaluation.
• Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures.
• Strong written and public speaking skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
• Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach staff, manage, and develop high-performance teams, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget.
• Past success working with a Board of Directors with the ability to cultivate existing & new board member relationships.
• Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to business planning.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
• Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.
• Experience in nonprofit policy, advocacy and influencing systems-level change required.
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance and compliance requirements.

Demonstrated track-record of securing significant funding from diverse sources and ensuring financial sustainability. Excellent strategic planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Bilingual skills a plus.

COMPETENCIES

Customer Service

• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills
• -Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed. Leadership
• Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Managing People
• Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Diversity

• Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Ethics
• Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Judgment
• Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Professionalism
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality
• Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Key Performance Indicators for Executive Director

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Angel Kids Foundation:

1.

Fundraising/Financial Health and Sustainability Effectiveness:

KPI:

Achieve a Year-over-year 10% growth in annual funding

KPI:

Maintain a donor/funder retention rate of 20%

KPI:

Number of new donors who contribute at or above a defined major gift level and Secure up to 1 new major donor/funder within the fiscal year 2.

Organizational Leadership and Management:

KPI:

Successful completion of board approved strategic plan initiatives The KPIs will be reviewed quarterly and annually to assess progress and to make adjustments as needed. External factors and the overall economic climate will be considered when evaluating performance against KPIs. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of AKF to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and not to discriminate on any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected group status. It is our intent and desire that equal employment opportunities will be provided in employment, recruitment, selection compensation, benefits, promotion, demotion, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. AKP is committed to this policy and its enforcement.

Other Duties as assigned:

may include support to other departments or areas of the agency outside of typical duties

Travel:

Primarily within the Jacksonville area. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This job also operates in a fast paced, highly customer service environment, working with Children, Families and the Community. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones. Physical Demands While performing the duties and responsibilities of, you will be required to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to move or lift at least 20 lbs. The employee must be able to communicate efficiently in front of large or small crowds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time on site position based in Jacksonville, FL.

SALARY RANGE

$75,000

• $85,000 A Year Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Angel Kids Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Angel Kids Foundation values people from all walks of life. While we understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications; we encourage you to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00

• $85,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person