Executive Director

Emanuel Food Pantry, the largest food pantry in Durham County, is seeking a dynamic Executive Director (ED) who will act as both the public face and the driving force behind its success. The mission of the Emanuel Food Pantry is to provide fresh, nutritious food to families facing food insecurity, with a particular focus on underserved communities. By providing healthy food, we are addressing the multiple detrimental effects of food insecurity, enhancing personal dignity, and improving health outcomes.

The ED will be responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the organization, overseeing operations, fundraising, community relations, and staff management. The ED must balance strategic vision with hands-on management to effectively addresses hunger in the community, ensuring that the organization remains financially stable, operationally efficient, and mission focused.

The ED also plays a key role in community engagement, fostering strong relationships with donors, partners, public officials, and other stakeholders acting as an advocate for the organization and representing its interests in the community. Finally, the ED collaborates with the Board to maintain effective governance and compliance with all legal and ethical obligations.

Key Responsibilites:

Leadership and Management

• Vision and Strategy: Develop and implement strategies that align with the organization’s mission and goals.
• Board Collaboration: Work closely with the Board of Directors to define and communicate the organization’s vision and direction.

Operational Oversight

• Program Management: Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the organization’s programs and services.
• Compliance: Ensure that the organization adheres to all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Supervision: Supervise the Operations Director

Financial Management

• Budgeting: Develop and manage the organization’s budget. Ensure financial stability and sustainability.
• Fundraising: Lead, oversee, and participate in fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor cultivation, fundraising events, and stewardship.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to the Board and other stakeholders.

Community and Public Relations

• Advocacy: Represent the organization in the community and advocate for its mission and programs.
• Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, community leaders, State policy makers, and other nonprofit organizations.
• Communications: Oversee the development and implementation of marketing and communications strategies to enhance the organization’s public image and outreach.

Strategic Planning

• Long-term Planning: Lead the organization in the development of long-term strategic plans to ensure growth and sustainability.
• Goal Setting: Set and monitor goals and objectives to achieve strategic priorities.

Board Administration and Support

• Board Meeting: Prepare for and participate in board meetings. Provide timely and accurate information to the Board.
• Governance: Assist the Board in the development and implementation of governance best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a nonprofit or related setting.
• Proven track record in fundraising, community engagement, and team leadership.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for addressing hunger and social justice issues.
• Strong preference for candidates who are fully bilingual in Spanish and English.