Women's March Needs a new Executive Director. And we need another Women's march.
No guns. No black masks. No hate symbols.
We need a sea of pink marching for justice and equality and love.
https://www.womensmarch.com/ed-search
Women’s March is seeking an experienced professional for the position of Executive Director (ED) to lead the transition of the group’s work from a moment to a movement. In accordance with the Unity Principles of the Women’s March, the Executive Director will work with the Board of Directors to set the organization's long and short term strategies. The ED will also have the exciting opportunity to create, drive and oversee the operational plan, design and oversee the organization's functions and activities, including shaping and leading a team of staff and volunteers.
JOB PURPOSE
The Executive Director is responsible for leading and managing the organization and helping drive the strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Directors.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
Work directly with the Board of Directors (BOD or Board) to develop a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization; operationalize and implement the strategic plan set forth
Ensure that the Woman’s March organization operates in accordance with the movement-based principles under which it was founded
Foster effective teamwork between the staff, as well as engage the organization’s chapters, volunteers, and movement partners in a meaningful and effective way
Recruit, interview and select staff that embody the intersectional values of the organization and have the right skill sets to help further the organization's mission
Sustain a high performance and supportive culture that includes performance management, coaching, professional development and mentoring
Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the organization's work
Establish a positive, inclusive, accessible, and safe work environment in accordance with the Women’s March Unity Principles and all appropriate legislation and regulation compliance
Operational planning and management
Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization
Oversee an efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization
Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices
Set Board meeting calendar and agendas
Fundraising, Financial planning and management
Work with staff and the Board to prepare and monitor a comprehensive budget
Develop resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization
Responsible for fiscal integrity, to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization
Responsible (along with the BOD) for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support the mission
Expand revenue-generating and fundraising activities to support existing program operations and expansion
Seek and apply for grant opportunities, and build relationships with foundations
Ensure that sound bookkeeping and accounting procedures are followed
Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization
Serve as liaison with legal counsel
Program planning and management
Oversee the design, implementation and evaluation of the Women’s March programs, initiatives, actions, and campaigns and ensure their accessibility
Ensure that the programs and actions contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the values and priorities of the organization
Communications
Effectively communicate the position of the organization in verbal, written and presentation formats
In addition to the Board of Directors, act (as needed) as a spokesperson for the organization and represent the Woman’s March at events and in the press
Identify opportunities to expand and improve upon all aspects of communications – internally, externally and across all digital platforms
Community relations/advocacy
Foster and maintain relations of trust with stakeholders (Board, staff, volunteers, leaders of state chapters, sister marches, partner organizations, global, etc.)
Create systems and communication structures to support and amplify the work of state and global chapters
Ensure that the organization’s activities and opportunities are accessible to all for inclusive participation
Establish partnerships and join coalitions with other based organizations working towards the same objectives in the movement; create good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with partners working across the Resistance as well as politicians, and other organizations
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree or equivalent life experience preferred
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SHOULD DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCE IN THE FOLLOWING:
Cultural competence and sensitivity
Understanding of systems of oppression and a commitment to transformative organizing and movement building
Ethical behavior and business practices
Leadership and management principles as they relate to a non-profit/voluntary organization
Adaptability: a willingness to be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency
Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with others
Fostering teamwork
Strategic, innovative, and analytical thinking
Assessing situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, to then make clear timely decisions
Organization and planning skills: determining strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.
Human resources, financial and project management
Oral & written communications including public speaking
EXPERIENCE
8+ years of relevant experience (has experience supervising a team of 5+ people)
Experience in opening or starting a division, department or organization
Background in social justice movements and campaigns
Experience developing and implementing issue-based campaigns and strategies
Experience leveraging technology/digital tools to support organizing and fundraising efforts
Experience leading or working in intersectional coalitions
Diversified fundraising experience (including experience with digital/e-mail based fundraising and grantwriting)
SALARY
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
New York, NY (But we are most interested in finding the best possible candidate.)
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