Executive Director non-profit

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Mission

A Child for All ("ACFA") is a U.S. non-profit organization which provides vulnerable children in Mali with a safe and loving environment, which fosters their health, learning, happiness and success. ACFA is growing and now has two locations in Mali where children previously living on the streets have a roof over their heads, are in school and are thriving. More information on ACFA can be found at www.achildforall.org.

Position

We are seeking an Executive Director to join our team and guide our organization forward by overseeing all operational, financial, and technical aspects of the organization.

The ideal candidate is an experienced retired/volunteer Executive Director (ED) with non-profit experience. The ED will assist in overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization as well as, provide assistance with marketing, and community outreach.
The retired and/or volunteer Non-profit ED will help to provide his/her expertise, direction and guidance to the organization in developing policies, organizational structure, fundraising opportunities, and a donor base.

Desired skill set:
* Five or more years senior nonprofit management experience. * High level strategic thinking and planning. * A history of successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results. * Active fundraising experience. Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community. * Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders, partner agencies and volunteers. * Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting. * Strong written and oral communication skills. * Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy. * French-speaking is highly desired. * Experience in Western Africa a plus.

Responsibilities include: * Planning, organization, and directing the organization’s operations and programs * Developing and implementing consistent inventory and cost accounting policies, procedures, and operational reporting/metrics * Overseeing and reporting on the organization’s results for the board * Prepares accurate financial reports for the board of directors, assisting with volunteer recruitment activities, and leading annual budget reviews. * Retain a diverse, highly qualified staff and volunteers by providing career coaching, growth, and personal development for workers * Work with the CEO as well as staff in Mali * Ensure that services and funding relationships are robust enough to meet or exceed strategic goals and objectives

* Leads all fundraising initiatives, providing leadership and mentorship to volunteers, and acting as a liaison between staff and the board of directors.
* Excellent leadership skills to motivate and develop operational staff Requirements and skills * Proven work experience as a Non-Profit Executive Director or similar role * Experience running fundraising initiatives * Knowledge of volunteer recruitment and how to get individuals involved for the organization’s success * Strong knowledge of financials and how to build financial forecasting documents for the board of directors * Relevant training and/or certifications as a Non-Profit Executive Director

Cover letter and CV to lisa@achildforall.org