Nonprofit Executive Director

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FCF’s mission is to provide social opportunities designed for individuals with special needs. We are a 100% volunteer-based organization that is in need of assistance from a qualified individual interested in the Executive Director role. This is an unpaid volunteer position with a time commitment of approximately 10 hours per month.

The Executive Director will perform the following tasks:

• It shall be the responsibility of the Executive Director, in general, to supervise and conduct all activities and operations of the Friends Connect Foundation, subject to the control, advice and consent of the Board of Directors.
• Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors (approximately 4 per calendar year).
• Supervise and collaborate with organization staff including the Director of Event Programming, Director of Public Relations, Director of Recruitment, and Director of Operations and Risk Management
• Lead in the planning and operation of the annual budget.
• Receive, deposit, disburse and account for all funds of the Friends Connect Foundation
• Assist in fundraising and developing the revenues necessary to support FCF’s mission.
• Oversee the hiring and retention of qualified staff.
• Lead strategic planning and implementation of various initiatives.

The Executive Director will receive extensive training and reference materials.

The professional qualifications needed for this position are as follows:

• A bachelor’s degree (pursuing or obtained)
• Ability to conduct strategic planning and to convey the organization’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers and donors.
• Experience and skill in working with a Board of Directors.
• Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.

• Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation and reporting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong public speaking ability.
• Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy.

• Preferred but not required: resides near Monmouth County, New Jersey (this position can be performed virtually)

Being the Executive Director of the Friends Connect Foundation provides you with a unique opportunity to:

• Contribute to the success of the organization
• Make a positive impact on the lives of teenagers with special needs in local communities
• Serve your community
• Expand your network and meet people with similar interests

Thank you in advance for your consideration. We are available to discuss any questions you may have as you consider this opportunity. You can reach us by phone at 732-737-7354 or via email at outreach@friendsconnectfoundation.org if needed.