Executive Vice President of Operations (Volunteer, Unpaid)

Restoring Our Youth Organization

Title: Executive Vice President of Operations (Volunteer, Unpaid)

Department: Operations

Reports To: Chief Operations Officer

Location: United States - Local or Remote

Classification: Volunteer (1 Year Contract)

Background Check:Yes

Direct Reports: Yes

About Restoring Our Youth Organization (R.O.Y.O.)

At Restoring Our Youth Organization, we believe that every young person no matter their circumstances has the potential to thrive when given the right opportunities, guidance, and support. Our goal is to empower vulnerable youth to overcome challenges and begin their journey toward restoration and success. At Restoring Our Youth Organization, we believe in equal opportunity and inclusive growth. Our volunteers are expected to dedicate 8 to 10 hours a week. Every role here matters and every team member helps us move closer to a world where every young person feels seen, supported, and capable of success.

About the Role

The Executive Vice President of Operation is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Chief Operating Officer, and managing the organization’s operations leadership team/department, including working remotely with the Restoring.Our.Youth.Organization team. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Executive Vice President of Operation position can be altered anytime at the discretion of the COO or CED.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist the COO and the Organization in achieving the organization overall mission, values, and strategic goals.
• Lead, guide, direct, and evaluate the work of other employees, such as Directors and staff, and ensure a healthy working environment.
• Contribute to program innovations, strategic business development, and the profitability of the organization as determined by the organization strategic goals.
• Evaluate the success of the organization in achieving its goals and assisting in formulating plans to correct any issues if the organization is not achieving its goals.
• Assist in maximizing the organization operating performance and achieving its financial goals.
• Manage Department finances, identifying ways to increase revenue and decrease costs, analyzing financial reports as provided, and preparing operating budgets.
• Sign documents and make commitments for which the Organization is legally liable at the discretion of the COO or CED.
• Maintain awareness of competitors, expansion opportunities, target markets, and new industry developments and standards.

What You Bring to the Role

• Must be located in the United States (Chicago/Chicagoland area preferred).
• Must agree with and be committed to upholding the R.O.Y. Organization’s Motto Statement, Statement of Values, Mission, and Vision.
• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership or 1–2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent research and organizational abilities.
• Proven ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, and managing daily activities and administrative functions in a fast-paced, highly visible, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced use of PowerPoint, spreadsheets, graphics, and other business management software; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to work effectively in a high-change, quick-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of nonprofit finance, accounting, operations, policies, and procedures — or willingness to learn.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, able to take direction and carry responsibilities through to completion.
• Ability to independently make a wide variety of organizational arrangements, even from brief instructions.
• Available for occasional travel when needed.
• Engaging/responsive, and proactive communication
• Proficient in Google Suite and open to learning new tools.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and self-motivated
• Establish and maintain highly professional effective working relationships with senior management, and other appointed officials, including staff, community and business leaders, donors, board members, and others encountered in the course of work
• Use a high degree of tact, discretion and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned groups and/or individuals

What We Offer as a Nonprofit Organization

At ROYO, we believe in giving as much as we receive. When you join our team, you become part of a community that values your time, energy, and heart. As a volunteer or team member, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexibility to work when it fits your life with clear communication around expectations.
• The chance to create real impact for youth, teens, and young adults across our programs.
• Remote work opportunities (with approval from your supervisor).
• Training and mentorship from experienced leaders to help you grow personally and professionally.
• Volunteer hours and résumé-building experience that demonstrate your commitment to service.

Values We Live By

• Respect: We treat others and our communities with dignity and accountability.
• Open to Correction: We value honesty and feedback as essential to growth and ethical responsibility.
• Operational Excellence: We strive to deliver exceptional tools, skills, and training for all ROYO members, staff, and leaders.
• Teamwork: We collaborate with unity to achieve shared goals and empower others to join our mission.
• Striving for Success: We encourage pride, growth, and achievement for all members and leaders.

Restoring.Our.Youth.Organization Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.