nepal-related development gig

if you're job hunting, check out this new post for executive director of dZi foundation, a colorado-based community development organization that does some really great work in nepal. full job description after the jump.

 dZi FOUNDATION

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:            Executive Director

Location:             Ridgway, Colorado

Posted by:             dZi Foundation

Job Responsibilities:  Organizational management and leadership, Project management and oversight, Administration, Accounting and Finance, Human resources, Fundraising support.

Position summary:

The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the overall management and administration of dF, bringing together all of the foundations activities to achieve its mission. This includes strategic and operational planning, financial management, fund raising support for the dF President, collaboration with international staff for program design and execution.  The overarching priority of the ED is to ensure the ongoing growth of programmatic successes and the continued growth and health of the entire organization. The E.D. position will report to the dZi Foundation President.

Competitive regional salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.                       Location:  Ridgway, Colorado 81432

Contact:  Jim Nowak, President.  jim@dzifoundation.org

Applications will accepted up to March 25, 2011.

Please send a resume and cover letter to:  info@dzifoundation.org

Visit www.dzifoundation.org to learn more about our organization. For a full job description go to Home >About > Staff Members page.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Organizational Leadership and Management

1. Represent the values and the mission of the organization.

2. Continually adapt and improve an organizational structure & execution approach that supports the dF mission.

3.  To enhance the organizational capability of international staff through capacity building, technical training and grant support.

4. Supervise stateside staff (whether employee or contract) in execution of key functions of communications and finance. Provide coaching to ensure that staff has both the skills and capability to complete tasks.

5. Provide leadership and direction for projects in Nepal and in neighboring countries, in accordance with the dZi Strategic Plan.

6. Develop and manage the budget, providing overall structure and guidance based on strategic plan and programmatic needs.

7. Help to Develop and implement strategic plan in concert with dF President and dF board of directors as needed.

8. Provide support to President for expanding donor base.

9. Travel to Nepal and neighboring countries up to twice a year.

 

2. Fundraising and Donor Relations  

1. Support the President with the development and implementation of an annual fundraising campaign.

2. Serve as a secondary presenter and verbal media spokesperson for the dF.

3. Support President in working with staff to supply collateral materials to facilitate reaching our fundraising goals.

4. Become intimate with the dF cultivation style of development including consistent follow up and respect for the donor’s time and support.

3. Board Development

1. Monitor and support the appropriate involvement and engagement of board members to help the organization achieve its fiduciary responsibility and programmatic goals.

2. Assist Board Chair in the direction and cohesion of the Bod.

3. Assist Board Chair in development of agenda and board materials for all Bod meetings.

4. Direct and coach staff on communication pieces to be presented to Bod.

5. Along with Bod chair and President, help with the recruitment of new board members.

6. Help to identify and develop meaningful roles for board members in achieving the objectives of dF.

4. Program Management and Development

1.  Work with Nepal Country Director (NCD) to insure the planning, development and implementation of project activities that support the strategic growth and development of dF initiatives.

2. Develop and provide tools, trainings and other approaches to increase the capacity and capabilities of international staff.

3. Work with NCD to ensure programs and initiatives hold true to dZi philosophy

5. Human Resources

1    Ensure the appropriate recruiting, training and support for all dF staff occurs in a timely and strategic manner.

2            Work closely with Nepal country director in creation and growth of training and support materials for international staff that facilitate personal and professional skills necessary to achieve objectives.

3.  Ensure that professional and effective personnel reviews of domestic staff and NCD are carried out and documented.

4. Manage office staff on all issues related to their requirements, performance, and delivery on key tasks.

6. Financial Management

1. Manage operational budget, communicate and deliver financial objectives to Bod and appropriate staff.

2. Develop an annual and balanced budget.

3. Monitor and adjust budgets for all programs according to overall organizational needs.

4. Ensure that appropriate management reporting systems are in place and delivered in a timely manner.

5. Create financial systems and keep records that meet the needs of the organization’s annual financial report or future audit.

           

Desired Qualifications

1.     Education:  University degree in International Business, Business, Public Policy, International Studies, or a related field.

2.     Prior Experience:  Non-profit organizational experience and/or work with philanthropic organizations is highly desirable.

3.     Language Proficiency:  Spoken and written fluency in English.  Other languages a plus.

4.     Knowledge:  Knowledge of development issues and approaches.   Strong working knowledge of global culture/history/current events; demonstrated ability to provide leadership and turn an organizational vision into tangible plans.

Skills and Abilities:

1.     Ability to represent dF effectively with public, donors, applicants, and clients.

2.     Excellent interpersonal skills.

3.     Excellent oral and written communication.

4.     Organizational and administrative skills.

5.     Excellent computer skills in word-processing and database management.

6.     Strong management skills.

7.     Motivation and commitment to work independently.

8.     Ability to independently assess needs and develop creative solutions.