The community chapter executive is primarily an externally facing role. (Only one staff member reports to the community chapter executive.) The person would be a member of the regional leadership team, joining the other chapter executives, the fundraising team and the board members as we seek to raise a target goal of $6.5M to sustain the core services and mission of the Red Cross in the Eastern Virginia region. Specifically, the chapter executive in Norfolk would be responsible for raising $1.9M of our regional target in the Tidewater area. The community chapter executive would need to be able to build strong partnerships with individuals, corporations and organizations throughout the Tidewater area and provide inspiration for a strong volunteer team to support the work of the Red Cross. Also, a strong chapter executive would be the kind of person who has access, or could easily gain access, to elected officials in the Tidewater area. The job requires a great deal of interaction with various community stakeholders. Among other attributes, the ideal candidate would have a track record of success in nonprofit fundraising; passion for the work of the Red Cross; some familiarity with the philanthropic environment in the Tidewater area, including United Way; strong interpersonal and communication skills; and an aptitude for working as a team member within a matrixed organization. The requisition number in the Red Cross system for the job is CHAP34653. In order to locate the job posting, type in the requisition number at the following link: https://americanredcross.apply2jobs/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showSearchInterface Community Chapter Executive - Norfolk, VA If you’re looking for an opportunity that makes you feel appreciated every day, we invite you to join us. As a charitable organization, the American Red Cross depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Community Chapter Executive (CCE) in Norfolk, VA. As a CCE, you will be responsible for representing the American Red Cross in the community. The CCE will focus externally on fundraising, mission delivery and being the face of the Red Cross for the media, donors and their communities. The CCE will have oversight of Red Cross service delivery, external relations, and fundraising within an assigned community. The ED is accountable for achieving performance targets for the Community Chapter, including service delivery, fundraising/revenue and expense targets. In conjunction with the Regional Chapter Executive, the CCE has primary responsibility in the community for achievement of fundraising goals. The CCE utilizes the support activities of the core service areas, HR, IT, Finance, Communications and Marketing through a matrix project management system to ensure that all operating units have the necessary resources to execute on their community mission. The CCE acts as the chapter’s chief fundraiser and ambassador. The CCE is a member of the senior leadership team for the Eastern Virginia Region. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Fundraising: In conjunction with the Regional Chapter Executive, has responsibility in the community for achievement of fundraising goals. Develops and grows financial resources within the community, ensuring adequate and diversified financial resources. Leads and participates in strategies to raise and leverage funds, including working with the Community Chapter Board. 2. External Relationships and Partnerships: Responsible for building strong relationships with key organizations and community leaders. Cultivates relationships and partnerships with external constituents in the local community, including the United Way, donors, governments, corporate partners, civic organizations and other community charitable and nonprofit agencies with the purpose of furthering the mission of the Red Cross. 3. Visibility and Community Relevance: Responsibility for ensuring strong visibility for the American Red Cross in the community chapter jurisdiction. Increases community awareness, participation and commitment to the Red Cross by being an active community participant and ensuring regular local media communications to the community regarding Red Cross services and regional/national activities, consistent with regional/national communication strategies. Leverages relationships with local media to ensure that the community is provided access to information about ARC services/programs. 4. Assigned Chapter Performance- targets and goals: Responsible for delivery of overall targets/goals of the Community Chapter. Responsible for developing any Community Chapter annual revenue and expense budgets. Works with Regional Chapter Executive to establish Community Chapter revenue and expense budgets. 5. Assigned Chapter Performance - workforce management: Responsible for managing an Executive Assistant. Identifies opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources between Community Chapters within Region and provides access to best practices and training opportunities available through national headquarters. 6. Internal Collaboration and feedback: Provides direction and strategy for improved performance. Works with RCE to ensure coordinated outreach/partnerships with external constituents within the community (local government, donors, corporate partners, other community agencies); collaborative relationships and activities with local ARC Biomedical units; positive interactions with Chapter Board, and management presence in the local community. Other: Interacts with Chapter Board and the Regional senior leadership team for Eastern Virginia. Minimum 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 nonprofit management. Minimum Related Experience: Minimum 3 years related experience in the profit or not-for-profit sector, business, sales or corporate administration. Proven track record in raising significant financial resources. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a matrix organization and build consensus within the organization and community. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgments in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communication and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. The American Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that offers employees growth and development, team spirit, competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V Reginald E. Gordon, Esq. Chief Executive Officer Eastern Virginia Region American Red Cross 420 East Cary Street (804) 780-2277 (p) [email protected]
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