Executive Director - Northeast Territory

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director, the Executive Director will work closely with the Development, Mission Outcomes, and Advocacy departments to identify, foster, and recognize vital community relationships to advance the mission of the Epilepsy Foundation. Affiliations include Epilepsy Centers and medical professionals, business leaders, individual and group volunteers, government representatives, and interns. The Executive Director will help lead the core activities of the Epilepsy Foundation in New Jersey and West Virginia. They will collaborate with department staff to conduct comprehensive needs assessments for each area and develop strategies to achieve relationship recruitment goals. The ability to analyze data and adapt to market trends is essential. A thorough understanding and implementation of organizational policies and procedures are required. Strong leadership, management, and communication skills are necessary to engage the community, corporate partners, committees, and boards. Building team spirit and camaraderie in a fast-paced nonprofit environment is a priority.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward both individual and organizational partnerships within the assigned territory that promote the mission of the Epilepsy Foundation and support people with epilepsy (35%).

• Develop and support in-person and virtual engagement activities within the assigned territory (25%).
• Prioritize the identification of highly qualified volunteers to lead and assist with Mission Outcomes’ program initiatives and trainings (20%).
• Connect newly formed relationships with the appropriate staff and/or leadership volunteers within the organization (10%).
• Ensure community engagement data is entered into the organization’s CRM and other necessary software platforms to track and measure impact (10%).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interact professionally and with a team-oriented disposition with national office staff as needed.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Epilepsy Foundation’s mission, programs, services, research, advocacy, and fundraising opportunities, and convey this information in an engaging style, both verbally and in writing.
• Secure priority relationships through local media, the web, social media, personal outreach, and networking within the assigned territory.
• Adapt quickly to market changes based on data analysis in a fast-paced environment.
• Implement protocols and policies as needed.
• Ensure all software platforms are utilized to their maximum capacity.
• Assist with other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Work with department leads to implement a case statement for aligning with the Foundation.
• Ensure proper training, orientations, and background checks are completed where necessary.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of six (6) years of experience working with volunteers and professional disciplines in a nonprofit or for-profit environment.
• Previous or current employment developing, recognizing, and maintaining relationships in the organization’s best interest.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, including a solid understanding of outcomes-based goals and objectives informed by data.
• Demonstrated ability to make judicious and fiscally sound decisions in difficult situations.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other database software platforms, with a willingness to learn new systems as needed.
• Experience with Adobe Professional and other graphic design programs is desirable.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Bilingual skills are preferred; at a minimum, the ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking individuals.

OTHER SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES

• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to check work for errors.
• Strong ability to prioritize assignments, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and follow through to completion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a sense of ownership and urgency.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Sound judgment and strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to develop and maintain data reports to measure impact.
• Understanding of government relations and the public policy process.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Collaborative and engaging interaction with all departments is essential.

MANAGES

• None.

TRAVEL, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This is a full-time position, working 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (local time).
• The Executive Director operates in a professional office environment and uses office equipment routinely. (Currently remote under COVID-19 operations policy until further notice.)
• Duties involve prolonged periods of working at a computer, standing or moving for extended periods, and occasional lifting (e.g., boxes, office equipment).
• Travel and/or virtual meetings within the assigned geographic area are required, with occasional regional or national travel expected.
• Some evening and weekend work may be necessary for events or selected programs.
• Telework privileges may be requested, subject to the standard telework policy. Satisfactory performance and excellent customer service must be maintained.