Executive Director
Job Description
Reports to: Board Chair and Board of Directors
Salary: $130,000-140,000 annually
Benefits: 100% Employer paid insurance for employee (medical dental, vision), Disability, Retirement, PTO (see benefits for full detail)
Hours: Full-time, Exempt, 40 hours, Monday – Friday with occasional weekend or evening events.Location: Portland, OR. (Travel requirements for this position entail weekly commuting to appointments across Portland, with quarterly travel expected throughout Oregon & Washington.)
About Us: ALS Northwest is committed to enhancing the quality of life of people living with ALS through the many free programs we offer to individuals and families affected by ALS. Our programs are designed to meet these essential care needs as well as the emotional needs of those in our community and caregivers. We provide services across Oregon, SW Washington and advocacy for people with ALS across the Pacific Northwest. ALS Northwest strives to provide a supportive community and valuable resources to empower individuals living with ALS to lead fulfilling lives until the day a cure is found. Our Vision: An end to ALS.
Our Mission: To provide comprehensive support and advocacy for people with ALS and their families, while advancing research for new treatments and an end to ALS.
About You:
You are an experienced and dedicated leader that has worked in organizations supporting individuals and families dealing with life-altering and/or terminal diagnoses like ALS. You recognize how challenging the medical and treatment process can be for families, and you are passionate about helping others navigate these issues. The importance of building strong communities, supportive networks, and partnerships is something you value and see as critical in carrying out the mission of the organization. You understand the power of a clear vision, strategic and fundraising plan to provide the necessary resources to sustain our work and meet our goals. You get energized from making an impact, running a growing nonprofit, engaging in advocacy, and implementing effective policies and systems that enable your team to thrive. As you lead your team in the work, you enjoy developing and supporting your team to be successful while ensuring the prioritization of programs and tasks that provide a solid direction when work seems to get overwhelming. You root for your team to achieve their dreams and goals through active mentorship and professional development by creating a supportive environment, understanding the importance of your team, and valuing their growth.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will develop, grow, and enhance the organization by working with the Board to provide strategic leadership and direction to fulfill ALS Northwest's objectives and ensure the organization's financial viability and growth. This position plays a key role in helping to build the Board and identifying prospects that can add critical skills and philanthropic capacity as appropriate. The Executive Director will focus on increasing the visibility and awareness of ALS Northwest and ensure that the organization continues to remain at the forefront in the field, funding cutting-edge research, advancing comprehensive care services and community engagement activities, and pursuing public policy priorities that benefit the ALS community. A vital priority will be for the Executive Director to work with ALS Northwest constituents and supporters to identify and secure financial resources, both public and private, to achieve these goals. Leading a team of dynamic staff of 17 members the Executive Director will directly supervise 3 staff: 2 Development Directors and a Senior Director of Mission & Operations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Organizational Leadership & Operations
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How to Apply:
Nonprofit Professionals Now is proud to support ALS Northwest in filling this key leadership position. Applications must include a resume and a statement of interest highlighting your experience.
Application deadline: Thursday, November 13, 2024
Apply at: https://bit.ly/ALSNorthwestEDALS Northwest is an equal opportunity employer and believes that each team member makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities outlined in a job description. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each team member will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.jeid-354cd1a063b145eca5e5e4eddb8daca9
Executive Director
Job Description
Reports to: Board Chair and Board of Directors
Salary: $130,000-140,000 annually
Benefits: 100% Employer paid insurance for employee (medical dental, vision), Disability, Retirement, PTO (see benefits for full detail)
Hours: Full-time, Exempt, 40 hours, Monday – Friday with occasional weekend or evening events.Location: Portland, OR. (Travel requirements for this position entail weekly commuting to appointments across Portland, with quarterly travel expected throughout Oregon & Washington.)
About Us: ALS Northwest is committed to enhancing the quality of life of people living with ALS through the many free programs we offer to individuals and families affected by ALS. Our programs are designed to meet these essential care needs as well as the emotional needs of those in our community and caregivers. We provide services across Oregon, SW Washington and advocacy for people with ALS across the Pacific Northwest. ALS…
How to Apply:
Nonprofit Professionals Now is proud to support ALS Northwest in filling this key leadership position. Applications must include a resume and a statement of interest highlighting your experience.
Application deadline: Thursday, November 13, 2024
Apply at: https://bit.ly/ALSNorthwestEDALS Northwest is an equal opportunity employer and believes that each team member makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities outlined in a job description. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each team member will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.jeid-354cd1a063b145eca5e5e4eddb8daca9
How to Apply:
Nonprofit Professionals Now is proud to support ALS Northwest in filling this key leadership position. Applications must include a resume and a statement of…