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Executive Director

Martin Luther King, Jr. Living History and Public Policy Center
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia

Description

The Board of Trustees of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Living History and Public Policy Center, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization independent of the University, is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Director. This is a funded part-time position.

The Center is a consortium of public and private institutions of higher education in Virginia. The executive director will be based at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia, the administrative agency of the Center. The executive director will supervise part-time staff of the Center. The executive director will be responsible for implementing policy and procedures, long-range planning, and annual goals and objectives established by the Board in compliance with § 2.2-2725 et seq., of the Code of Virginia, and in accordance with its Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and state and federal laws and regulations. In addition to overseeing the general direction of the Center, the executive director will administer the financial protocols and accountability measures of the Center; assist with daily internal operations, finances, programs and services, development and implementation of community and outreach strategies to promote the mission of the Center; assist with event planning and representation, and advise the Board of Trustees concerning fundraising campaigns, advocacy, and media strategies.

Duties:
1. Assist, advise, support and counsel the Board of Trustees and its committees in maintaining and improving the Center’s advocacy, image in the community, and responsiveness to patrons, supporters, and constituents.
2. Assist the Board of Trustees, committees, and staff in the development and implementation of communications, media, and government relations strategies to promote the Center and its mission.
3. Implement, coordinate, and supervise the Board's fundraising campaigns.
4. Assist the Board of Trustees, relevant committees, and staff in the preparation of annual budgets and in maintaining the responsible fiscal management of the Center.
5. Direct, supervise, and monitor all financial matters, including cooperating and assisting with the annual audit of revenue and expenses.
6. Advise the Board of Trustees regarding employment of staff and negotiating agreements and contracts.
7. Develop and implement office policies, in collaboration with the administrative agency of the Center, to facilitate the daily operation, administration, management, and service delivery of the Center.
8. Advise and support the Board of Trustees in all areas of governance, including but not limited to, reviewing and revising bylaws, planning and coordinating meetings, filing necessary documents, and responding to members.
9. Supervise the recruitment and training of staff and volunteers.
10. Attend meetings of the Board of Trustees and its committees.
11. Assist with the orientation of new Board members and staff on all aspects of the Center.
12. Perform such other duties as the Board may direct.

Qualifications:
 A baccalaureate degree or above from an accredited institution of higher education, and/or commensurate corporate experience.
 Superior verbal and written communication skills.

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Qualifications:
 Demonstrated supervisory and administrative skills, and ability to work independently and as a team member.
 Familiarity with the higher education system, particularly an understanding of the internal working of public and private institutions of higher education, and the dynamics and diversity of an urban university.
 Ability to implement legislative mandates and the Board's five-year strategic plan.
 A strong understanding of the life, principles, and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the relevancy of his legacy to contemporary society; an appreciation of the history, achievements, and contributions of minority populations; and knowledge of the role of the Civil Rights Movement in American history and culture.
 Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, events and campaigns planning, and government relations, community, and media outreach.
 Familiarity with MS Windows, Excel, and Windows based software.
 Experience in dealing with sponsorship, contract negotiations and media relations.
 Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legal and financial documents, and bylaws.
 Strong experience in successful grant writing and fundraising.
 Demonstrated knowledge of the organization and governance of nonprofit organizations, and federal and state laws and regulations governing nonprofit organizations.
 Strong organizational management, administrative, business and project planning, problem-solving, and time-management skills and a demonstrated ability to work well under pressure.

Review of applications will begin on February 2, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter addressed to:

Executive Director Search Committee
Martin Luther King, Jr. Living History and Public Policy Center