Florence Food Share
Position Description
 
TITLE
Executive Director

REPORTS TO
Board of Directors

HOURS
20-24 hours average weekly; some weekend and evening hours

DESIGNATION
Salaried Position; starting at $30,000 per year

 
General Scope of Duties
The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer for Florence Food Share.
 
Major Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight of the financial operations of the organization.
• Provide leadership in fundraising activities.
• Build relationships with government representatives, partners, funders, volunteers and stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations and support to the organization’s Board of Directors.
• Lead, motivate and develop staff and volunteers.
• Ensure a safe facility and work environment.
• Coordinate policy and planning activities.
• Support major programs and projects in development, operations and capacity-building.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

 
Duties
Operations:

1. Responsible for direct supervision and evaluation of the Operations Manager, who oversees food pantry operations, volunteers, and staff.
2. Lead and motivate staff and volunteers in a manner to foster commitment to Florence Food Share and its mission.
3. Serve as Food Share’s advocate at the local, county and state levels to alleviate hunger; work with the Board of Directors to achieve the goals and objectives of Florence Food Share.
4. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and partner agency agreements governing the operation of the food pantry.
5. Represent Florence Food Share to the community, making presentations as invited or as pertinent to community and business organizations.
6. Actively network with and coordinate with donors, grant writers and fundraisers to assure consistent and adequate funding.
7. Develop and implement new programs as needed to improve access for clients and adapt to changing needs of client base.
8. Maintain Florence Food Share’s public profile through press releases, web site, newsletters, Facebook, etc.

 
 
Administration: 

1. Foster a good working relationship with the Board of Directors.
2. Serve as an ex officio committee member on all standing Board Committees, including Executive Committee, Budget/Finance Committee, and Grant/Fund Raising Committee.
3. Develop and manage fundraising strategies to meet budgetary goals.
4. Work with the Board to establish strategic plans and organization policies, and implement same relative to the objectives of Food Share.
5. Serve as principal contact with grant writers, to secure grants while maintaining compliance with grant guidelines, contracts, timelines and reporting requirements.

 
Requirements and Qualifications

1. Experience in supervisory or management position; non-profit experience preferred.
2. Excellent management and organizational skills with the ability to prepare written reports on a timely basis.
3. Excellent communication skills and effective public speaking capability.
4. Excellent writing skills.
5. Computer and technology skills required:  Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point.  Experience in utilizing social media for business outreach and working knowledge of QuickBooks desired.
6. Ability to work cooperatively and productively with individuals from all levels of education and socio-economic backgrounds.

 

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Submit resume and cover letter via email (preferred) to foodsharedirectorsearch2019@gmail.com or mail to Florence Food Share Director Search, PO Box 2514, Florence, OR  97439. Position open until filled. Florence Food Share is an equal opportunity employer