Executive Director, Residential - AMIkids Piedmont

AMIkids; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

PTO & Paid Holidays

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AMIkids in Clinton, South Carolina, is seeking a dedicated professional to manage finances, support fundraising, and lead program operations aimed at positively impacting kids' lives. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree, have 5+ years of relevant work experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role, and possess strong communication skills.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, PTO, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience including leadership.
• 2+ years of fundraising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage finances within approved budget and identify trends.
• Support resource development and maintain a diverse donor base.
• Develop partnerships with stakeholders and Board Members.
• Create marketing initiatives for promotion and fundraising.
• Plan operations to support growth and regional expansion.

Skills

Financial management

Fundraising

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Why AMIkids?

AMIkids makes a positive difference in kids' lives and families every day. Many of our kids have faced challenges in school and are involved with the legal system; we are giving them the opportunity to turn their lives around. For over 50 years, we have encouraged kids to make positive changes in their lives.

What you will be doing:

• Manage finances within approved budget; understand Program financial reports and take appropriate action to identify trends and discrepancies.
• Partner and support resource development activities to include grant writing, cultivation and stewardship of donors; actively seeking and maintaining a diverse donor base while maintaining AMIkids values.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders and Board Members; serve as a liaison for the Program.
• Create and implement a strong marketing/branding initiative to ensure successful promotion and fundraising of the Program within the community and interested parties.
• Plan and direct program operations, local revenue generating and fundraising activities to support growth of existing Program and regional expansion while simultaneously retiring debt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience working in a Residential setting.
• Five (5) years relevant work experience, including at least two (2) years in a leadership role supervising a group of people.
• Two (2) years of fundraising experience, including demonstrated success in managing special events and in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts is preferred.
• Effective communication (verbal & written) skills, time management, and project management skills.

What's in it for you?

As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities - we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within.
• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D.
• PTO & Paid Holidays.
• Wellness Benefits - EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.

Check out our website to learn more about what we offer! https://amikids.org/careers/#employee-benefits

Education

Bachelors of General (preferred).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.