Executive Director

Ivy House Sharing God's love with families by providing a safe and caring place for kids to stay.

Job Title:

Executive Director Hours:

Full-time, 40+ hours per week

Salary:

$65,000-$80,000 based on credentials PLEASE submit resume and cover letter to Anna Friese at board@ivyhousemn.org. Position Summary Ivy House (ivyhousemn.org) provides free, confidential, 24/7 care to children when their families are facing crisis or stressful situations. Our organization shares Christ's love with families as we walk alongside them through their crisis. The Executive Director (ED) provides overall leadership and management for Ivy House, advancing the mission, strengthening operations, and ensuring financial sustainability. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for operational leadership, fundraising, community relationships, and program oversight with a knowledge of our licensed facility. The Executive Director also serves as the public face of Ivy House and is expected to lead in a manner consistent with its founding values, exercising sound judgment in all public communications, including personal social media, to protect the organization's reputation, unity, and trust within the broader community. Key Responsibilities 1. Organizational Leadership Lead Ivy House in alignment with its mission, values, and strategic priorities. Honor the founding vision while supporting organizational growth. Serve as the primary liaison to and support for the Board Foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven organizational culture for all Ivy House staff and volunteers. 2. Financial Management and Sustainability Work in partnership with the Treasurer and Board to develop the annual operating budget and manage it effectively. Monitor financial performance and provide regular updates to the Board. Ensure financial controls are in place and ongoing compliance with legal requirements. Identify and implement opportunities to strengthen financial sustainability and operational efficiency. Support the organization's long-term fiscal health through sound stewardship and reserve management. 3. Operations and Program Management In collaboration with the Program Manger, ensure our programs are delivered with quality, consistency, and responsiveness. Supervise and support administrative staff; recruit, onboard, and evaluate regularly. Maintain systems and processes appropriate for a small but growing organization. 4. Fundraising and Development Develop and lead implementation of a comprehensive fundraising plan with a focus on those strategies with the highest potential ROI. Build and steward relationships with donors, funders, and sponsors to engage new supporters, retain and upgrade existing donors, and expand philanthropic support from individuals, companies, and foundations. Personally manage a portfolio of major individual donors, cultivating relationships, and securing major gifts as a central component of Ivy House's fundraising strategy. Engage and support the Board in high-value fundraising activities to meet Ivy House's need for charitable support. Maintain clear communication of impact and outcomes to supporters. 5. Community Engagement and Partnerships Represent Ivy House within the New Ulm communities and beyond. Build relationships with partner agencies, stakeholders, and referral sources. Serve as a visible and trusted ambassador for the organization.

Skills:

Strong alignment with Ivy House's mission and values. Progressive leadership experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization; small nonprofit experience preferred. Experience with fundraising, budgeting, and financial oversight. Grant writing experience. Proven ability to collaborate with boards, staff, and community partners. Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills. Comfortable operating in a hands-on, resource-conscious environment. Proficient with office software, databases, and management tools to support operations, fundraising, and reporting. Personal Attributes Collaborative and respectful leadership style. Adaptable, practical, and solutions oriented. High integrity and accountability. Commitment to client-centered work and service. Benefits Flexible Schedule, 200 hours of PTO, Retirement Plan, Health Care Stipend. Location This position is based in New Ulm, MN. The Executive Director will be expected to maintain a regular presence in our office location, at Ivy House, and in the community. There are opportunities to work from home occasionally.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person