Job Title: President
Organization: The Foundation of the Great Lakes Conference
Overview: The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all operational, administrative, and strategic aspects of the organization along with the Board of Directors and Executive Board of the Great Lakes Conference. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the President ensures efficient management of relationships, staff, and resources. This role involves managing budgets, facilitating grants, supporting committees, and fostering the growth of organizational assets through fundraising and donor relations. The role also necessitates a more pastoral approach to ministry facilitation and requires a well-formed Christian spiritual life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership, supervision, and administration for the organization’s operations, personnel, and facilities.
- Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and maintain financial accountability.
- Support the Board of Directors by preparing agendas, reports, and maintaining accurate records.
- Facilitate and oversee grant application processes, awards, and reporting.
- Develop and maintain donor relations to grow foundation assets.
- Serve as a liaison with the community, governmental, and professional entities.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with experience in non-profit management, budgeting, and fundraising. Familiarity with grant processes and the ability to maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders are essential. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
Please submit your resume by January 31, 2025 to Dave Odegard at [email protected]