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Job Description:
Executive Director, Illinois River Valley Chapter
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Illinois River Valley Chapter, based in Romeoville, IL. The American Red Cross of the Illinois River Valley serves 1.1 million people in 5 counties including Grundy, Kane, Kendall, LaSalle, and Will.
Bi-lingual in Spanish is a definite plus.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community.
This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team.
This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility:
- 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 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.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
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 7 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. Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships.
WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications): Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.
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.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
BENEFITS FOR YOU:
- Medical, Dental Vision plans
- Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
- PTO + Holidays
- 401K with 4% match
- Paid Family Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
- Service Awards and recognition
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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