Executive Director, Northwest Victim Services

Posted by on February 27, 2012

[emailed 2/21/2012]

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Northwest Victim Services (NVS) is seeking an Executive Director for a non-profit organization as it continues to grow and provide support services to victims of crime in Northwest Philadelphia.  The Executive Director oversees a staff of 5, manages all aspects of the organization including programs and finances. In addition, public relations and promotions of the organization are essential functions of the Executive Director.  The Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the voluntary Board of Directors which represents a broad cross section of the community.

Requirements:
1)  Minimum of 3 years nonprofit management experience.
2)  Bachelors in Social Work or related field, advance degree preferred.
3)  Experience in public relations, fundraising and development, and grant proposal writing.
4)  Outstanding interpersonal communication skills.
5)  Outstanding public speaking and public relation skills.

Fundraising and External Relations:
Lead the implementation of an annual fundraising plan to increase revenues.
Have familiarity and demonstrated success with the grant seeking process.
Raise the public profile of NVS by representing and advocating for the organization.
Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, members, foundation, legislators, and the community at large.
Serve as the spokesperson for NVS to the media and general public.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, salary requirement and letter of recommendation by March 3, 2012 to:

Cristsandra Penn, Chair
Northwest Victim Services
6301 Germantown Avenue 2nd Fl. Suite #1
Philadelphia, PA 19144