Description

The Community Foundation of Henderson County (CFHC) seeks a President & CEO to lead a team of dedicated professionals and volunteers committed to sustaining its mission of helping people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter. CFHC is a highly visible, philanthropic institution, guided by an engaged and committed Board and dedicated staff, empowering donors to invest in professionally managed charitable funds that address community needs. The next President & CEO will build on a firm foundation, a strong reputation, and established community partnerships to bring leadership and vision, a commitment to the mission, and dedication to deepen and expand community-wide impact. 

Requirements

The President & CEO will be expected to fulfill the following key responsibilities:  

Leadership and Community Engagement

• Serves as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for CFHC, fostering strong relationships with donors, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Proactively engages with diverse segments of the community to understand local needs and resources, build partnerships, and promote CFHC’s mission and values.
• Collaborates with philanthropic, business, and government leaders to identify opportunities for impactful community investment and collaboration.
• Ensures CFHC is responsive and reflective of the community it serves, cultivating trust and promoting the community's overall well-being.
• Remains alert to opportunities where CFHC can best serve proactively, working with the Board, staff, and community leadership to take appropriate action.

Staff Leadership and Management

• Sets clear expectations, builds trust, and delegates responsibilities effectively to ensure that staff understand their roles and responsibilities and fulfill them accordingly.
• Ensures comprehensive HR strategies are in place to recruit, develop, evaluate, and retain a high-performing, diverse staff.
• Leads and supports staff development and team building by ensuring access to tools, resources, mentorship, and continuous professional development and learning opportunities. 
• Coaches, guides, and holds employees accountable to ensure high performance and professional growth.

Financial and Administrative Management

•  Demonstrates expertise and oversight in financial and administrative management.
•  Continues participating in National Standards certification.
•  Works with the CFO to prepare the organizational budget for Board approval and oversees expenditures.
•  Works with the finance and investment functions to safeguard the foundation’s assets by utilizing committees, consultants, and other strategies approved by the Board of Directors.
•  Supervises office operations and directs administrative functions.
•  Responsible for managing CFHC’s physical assets in the form of any and all real property owned and/or operated by CFHC.
•  Leads CFHC’s Capital Asset Management Supporting Organization (CAMso).

Programs

•       Maintains awareness and stays informed of community needs and issues.
•       Serves as a catalyst and leader in addressing community issues and identifying unmet needs.
•       Develops initiatives to meet and engage target audiences.
•       Works with Board and staff to develop programs, including, but not limited to, grantmaking, scholarship programs, fiscal sponsorships, and other programs.

Development

•       Engages and stewards close relationships with current donors.
•       Identifies and cultivates new donor relationships.
•       Clearly articulates planned giving tools to all constituents and the community at large.
•       Works with the Board to identify, cultivate, and attract donors and major gifts to CFHC.
•       Supports the continued and sustained growth of CFHC’s charitable capital assets.
•       Works closely with the Board of Directors to meet financial goals and objectives.
•       Establishes and strengthens collaborative relationships with professional advisors, attorneys, accountants, and community partners. 

Board Support

•       Works with the Board and staff to plan annual and long-term initiatives.
•       Provides strategic leadership to staff in executing the Board’s vision and mission.
•       Implements, updates, and improves Board policies and procedures.
•       Collaborates with the Board in advancing the organization’s strategic goals.
•       Serves as staff liaison to the Board and committees.

Public Relations

•       Enhances CFHC’s visibility and public image in the community by representing CFHC at public events, community meetings, and in media communications. 
•       Communicates CFHC’s mission and vision effectively to all community audiences.
•       Maintains close relationships with state and regional organizations.
•       Stays informed and educated about trends in the philanthropic sector and among other community foundations, and the full spectrum of charitable options.