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Job ID : 100130.3

Job Title : Vice President, Nonprofit Programs and Practice

Organization : Independent Sector

Job Location : Washington, D.C.

Company URL : http://www.independentsector.o...

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Job Description :

Our client, Independent Sector (IS), is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, DC. IS, which has a revenue budget of approximately $10,000,000 and staff of almost 45, is the leadership forum for charities, foundations, and corporate giving programs committed to advancing the common good in America and around the world. The organization’s nearly 600 members collectively represent tens of thousands of nonprofit groups of every size in every region of the country as well as millions of donors and volunteers.

Since its founding in 1980, IS has sponsored ground-breaking research, advocated for sensible public policies that support a dynamic nonprofit community, and created unparalleled resources for staff, boards, and volunteers to improve their organizations and better serve their communities. IS convenes nonprofit leaders to set standards for ethical and accountable practices; identify ways to encourage high performing organizations; and facilitate the development of emerging leaders as part of its programs to strengthen both individual organizations and the nonprofit community. The Vice President, Nonprofit Programs and Practice, who reports to the CEO, plays a pivotal role as a member of the IS senior management team.

This is an exciting time for Independent Sector, and this vibrant organization enjoys an excellent reputation for doing important and high quality work for the charitable community. IS offers a stimulating and intellectual work environment. For more information please visit http://www.independentsector.o... |

Our client, Independent Sector (IS), is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, DC. IS, which has a revenue budget of approximately $10,000,000 and staff of almost 45, is the leadership forum for charities, foundations, and corporate giving programs committed to advancing the common good in America and around the world. The organization’s nearly 600 members collectively represent tens of thousands of nonprofit groups of every size in every region of the country as well as millions of donors and volunteers.

Since its founding in 1980, IS has sponsored ground-breaking research, advocated for sensible public policies that support a dynamic nonprofit community, and created unparalleled resources for staff, boards, and volunteers to improve their organizations and better serve their communities. IS convenes nonprofit leaders to set standards for ethical and accountable practices; identify ways to encourage high performing organizations; and facilitate the development of emerging leaders as part of its programs to strengthen both individual organizations and the nonprofit community. The Vice President, Nonprofit Programs and Practice, who reports to the CEO, plays a pivotal role as a member of the IS senior management team.

This is an exciting time for Independent Sector, and this vibrant organization enjoys an excellent reputation for doing important and high quality work for the charitable community. IS offers a stimulating and intellectual work environment. For more information please visit www.independentsector.org.

Position Responsibilities

The Vice President, Nonprofit Programs and Practice is expected to:

1. Lead IS initiatives on impact and effectiveness, ethics and accountability, leadership and workforce, and international civil society. This includes setting the direction of the programs, optimizing the use of advisory groups and committees that include members reflecting the diversity of the nonprofit and philanthropic community, and managing teams to implement the initiatives.
2. Lead the design and implementation of all content for the IS Annual Conference, the premier gathering of the nonprofit and philanthropic community. Manage cross-department teams to ensure that Conference program content is aligned with Conference logistics, fundraising, and promotional efforts.
3. Lead efforts to identify and assess how emerging trends and issues may impact the nonprofit and philanthropic community and determine how they should impact IS’s work.
4. Contribute to organizational strategy as key member of IS’ senior management team, including the development of organization-wide and department annual goals, strategies, and desired outcomes, along with the development of corresponding budgets.
5. In coordination with the President/CEO and the Membership team, play a leading role in growing the IS membership base in ways that support IS program and policy work.
6. In coordination with the President/CEO and the Resource Development team, play a leading role in raising funds to support department programs and the organization as a whole.
7. Manage department staff, including recruitment, retention, and professional development.
8. Some travel is required.
9. The position is located in Washington, DC.

Requisite Candidate Skills, Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will have:

1. A master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience working in or with nonprofit or philanthropic organizations.
2. A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing nonprofits and foundations.
3. Experience with intermediary organizations.
4. Strong familiarity with nonprofit infrastructure organizations and sector-wide issues.
5. Expertise in one or more of the following areas strongly desired: nonprofit impact and effectiveness; ethics and accountability; and leadership/workforce/talent.
6. Exceptional written and verbal communications.
7. Leadership, interpersonal and diplomatic skills.
8. Demonstrated management skills and experience working with senior management.
9. The ability to juggle competing assignments and working to meet tight deadlines.
10. The ability to both supervise and inspire staff and volunteers and collaborate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
11. The ability to define objectives, develop and manage budgets, and evaluate outcomes.
12. Experience working with funders to secure financial support for programs strongly desired.

The ideal candidate will be a highly energetic, dedicated person who is strongly committed to teamwork while also able to work independently. He or she will also be a creative and independent thinker with a track record of success in implementing new ideas.

Independent Sector is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

How to Apply :

For more information please contact:

David Martin
Managing Partner
vp-is@smartinsearch.com

or

Virginia Record
Client Partner
vp-is@smartinsearch.com

Sterling Martin Associates
1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW - Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036

Sterling Martin Associates is an executive search firm with locations in Washington, DC, New York, NY and Irvine, CA. For more information please visit our website at http://www.smartinsearch.com |

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