EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. is a non-profit organization with a 501(c)(3) status that meets the needs of the hungry in mid-north Indiana by locating, sorting, transporting and processing surplus food and non-food items from a multi-state area. We re-channel donations in 16 counties through a network of more than 150 non-profit agencies who help ill, elderly and low-income Hoosiers. Each year, Food Finders Food Bank distributes more than two million pounds of food and non-food products.

Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. is currently seeking an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR who will provide leadership, vision, strategic direction and financial and operational management for all aspects of the food bank. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives. This is a full-time position that requires occasional travel to fundraising functions and community events. This position requires a heart and compassion for those less fortunate and requires one who can provide substantial advocacy, fundraising and management experience, including commitment to progressive growth management. The ED is responsible for the strategic planning, fiscal stability, operations management, fundraising, grant writing, personnel selection and marketing for the organization.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• FUNDRAISING – introduce, execute and be accountable for new major fundraising efforts; work with the Board of Directors to expand and support existing fundraising capacity and revenue.
• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT – exercise responsible fiscal stewardship and effective budget management of operations, projects and special events; provide timely and accurate financial reports; develop and monitor agency and program/project budgets; facilitate annual audit; submit grant and A/R invoices in a timely manner; track and account for all income and expenses within the agency.
• COMMUNITY RELATIONS – ongoing participation and leadership in coalitions with other key community institutions in order to advance the goals of FFFB and initiate and foster relationships and collaborations with key volunteers, community groups, business allies, and partners.
• COMPLIANCE – ensure the agency fully complies with all requirements as stipulated in Federal, State, Local and Foundation Grants; ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations; prepare documentation to support compliance when required.
• BOARD INTERACTION – as President of the Board of Directors, ensure that the Board of Directors is kept fully informed on the conditions, status, and operations of the organization, and on all important factors influencing them. Prepare for and attend all Board meetings; recruit, develop and support Board Members. Partner with the Board of Directors to determine the vision, strategic direction and financial objectives of the Agency.
• PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT – delegate appropriate authority to staff members; provide ongoing supervision, including annual reviews of staff; manage and enforce personnel policies; approve bi-weekly timesheets and expense reports for payroll processing.
• STRATEGIC DIRECTION – develops short and long range goals, operating plans, policies and objectives, that will further the objectives of the organization; assists in the development of the organization’s strategic plan and implements the strategic plan as approved by the Board of Directors.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, non-profit, public management or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Five (5) years minimum serving in a senior management role in a non-profit (preferably) or for-profit organization. Expertise in the food industry is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing the activities of a non-profit, volunteer-intensive organization including a broad range of special events and programs with positive results.
• Proven ability to mobilize community members and develop key partnerships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience communicating with a variety of audiences.
• Ability to effectively build and maintain strong relationships.
• Solid project management skills with the ability to multi-task with a high degree of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Significant and proven experience interfacing with government agencies
• Experience developing organizational budgets and providing fiscal oversight.
• Exceptional leadership skills, strategic judgment and creative vision.
• Experience motivating staff and volunteers, combined with the ability to listen to and engage others and learn from their best ideas.
• Flexible leadership style with the ability to respond to changing circumstances.
• Demonstrated experience in selecting, supervising and developing employees.
• Demonstrated experience in developing funding streams and proven track record of grant writing.

If you would be proud to say, "I feed the hungry" and you enjoy a challenge, qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume along with salary history in confidence no later than May 16, 2008 to:

Food Finders Food Bank, Inc.
50 Olympia Court
Lafayette,, IN 47909-5182
Attn: Executive Director Search

Or submit via e-mail:
pgrider@food-finders.org

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