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Executive Director.

Employer
Van Ness Main Street
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Nov 19, 2019

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We are seeking a candidate with a proven track record for non-profit fundraising. Please include your fundraising experience in the first paragraph of your cover letter. Thank you. Van Ness Main Street (VNMS), a community-building non-profit organization, is accepting applications through December 11th, 2019 for a full-time Executive Director to manage its Main Street Program. VNMS's mission is to make Van Ness a beautiful, sustainable, walkable and vibrant economic and cultural hub. This is accomplished through supporting the growth of existing businesses, attracting new local enterprises and activating local cultural institutions. VNMS has achieved success by attracting and supporting local businesses through working with city funding and community fundraising. It has developed a dynamic schedule of events including music and the arts, a farmer's market, Barks and Brews, local restaurant special events, and UDC-based speakers and tours. It has funded streetscape and public art improvements. The new ED will work with the Board to build the next strategic plan. Goals include building a greater level of engagement and funding, to support and grow the work VNMS does in the community. More on VNMS is available at vannessmainstreet.org or facebook.com/vannessmainst. Duties:. The Executive Director is responsible for leading and managing the organization under the strategic direction of an engaged and supportive Board of Directors. This includes working closely with the four operating committees of the board: Organization, Design, Economic Development and Events. The Executive Director is expected to work collaboratively with limited supervision in developing and implementing annual work plan and budget. Specific responsibilities include:. *Spearheading and organizing fundraising activities throughout the year to support the funding of the Executive Director position, as well as other organizational expenses. *Working with board and committees to communicate regularly, establish connections and maintain working relationships with all relevant stakeholders. *Managing all administration of the program including purchasing, record keeping, budget, development, accounting, supervising volunteers and consultants, preparing reports (including for DC Main Streets Program and National Main Street Center). *Initiating and maintaining relationships with local media to expand coverage of neighborhood events and businesses. *Maintaining the Van Ness Main Street website. *Serving as public face of Van Ness Main Street, representing the organization at public events, at meetings and in the press. Hours: This is a full-time position, which may require some night-time and weekend hours and includes a flexible schedule. The ideal candidate would possess:. *A Bachelor's Degree. *Demonstrated experience as a fundraiser. *Experience organizing special events. *Experience engaging with cultural, government and commercial organizations. *Ability to juggle a variety of responsibilities and projects. *Collaborative work style and strong communication skills, including writing and public speaking. *Leadership skills, with the ability to work on details while staying focused on the big picture. *Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with entrepreneurial and energetic flair. *Strong administrative, management, organizational and planning skills. *Computer skills, including: Microsoft Office Suite, Quickbooks, Wordpress or comparable, photo editing software. FY2020 Compensation and Benefits:. *Total compensation and benefits package ranging from $65,000 to $82,000 per year. *15 days of paid leave, in addition to DC Government holidays. *Flexible hours. To apply, please send your resume with a cover letter to careers@vannessmainstreet.org by December 11th, 2019.

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