They aim to foster women's entrepreneurship and drive global economic growth and social change.
Position Overview: We seek a highly strategic and tactical Executive Director to join our team. This individual will play a crucial role in developing and implementing fundraising programs, including government grants, membership drives, and corporate sponsorships. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Director will be a right-hand person, contributing to the organization's growth and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Global Ambassador Program:
Oversee the Global Ambassador Program, ensuring effective recruitment, training, and support of ambassadors.
Develop and implement strategies to expand the program's reach and impact.
Foster a strong community among ambassadors, encouraging collaboration and sharing of best practices.
Ensure hands-on involvement in program development and fundraising at the government level and through membership and sponsorship initiatives.
Team Oversight:
Oversee all team members, including outside contractors, volunteers, and interns.
Provide leadership, support, and professional development opportunities for the team.
Ensure effective collaboration and communication among all team members.
Foster a positive and inclusive team culture.
Strategic Partnerships:
Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with organizations and corporations aligned with our mission and goals.
Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefits and long-term sustainability.
Represent the organization at key industry events, conferences, and meetings to build and strengthen relationships.
Fundraising:
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support programs and initiatives.
Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, including grants, sponsorships, and individual donations.
Manage donor relationships, ensuring timely communication, reporting, and recognition.
Collaborate with the founder on significant fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in nonprofit management, with a focus on program development, fundraising, and partnership management.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated success in fundraising and resource development.
Passion for women's entrepreneurship and commitment to our mission.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field; an advanced degree is preferred.
A few years of consulting experience is preferred.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and Financial Services
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