Executive Director

Rotary Club of Nashville (RCON) & Nashville Rotary Service Trust (NRST)

Executive Director

The Executive Director provides visionary, mission-driven leadership for Rotary Club of Nashville (RCON) & Na shville R otary Service Trust (NRST)—advancing Rot ary’s impact across Nashville through strategic growth, operational excellence, member engagement, and high-quality programs and service initiatives. The Executive Director stewards v olunteer leadership, people, and financial resources to deliver measurable outcomes that reflect Rotary’s values of Service, Integrity, Fellowship, Diversity, and Leadership.

About Rotary Club

Founded in 1913, the Rotary Club of Nashville is one of the city’s longest-standing service organizations, bringing together engaged civic, business, and community leaders committed to strengthening Nashville. Its mission is to impact the Nashville community by providing forums for fellowship, understanding, and service among engaged leaders.

As one of the largest clubs in the United States, the Rotary Club of Nashville is a volunteer-led organization with an active Board of Directors, annually elected officers, and a robust committee structure. Through the Nashville Rotary Service Trust, members provide financial support and volunteer service to advance humanitarian efforts and community impact. The Club also sponsors Rotaract of Nashville, a service organization for young professionals ages 22–35 that fosters leadership, service, and connection among emerging civic leaders.

Reports To: Board of Directors
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

Job Responsibilities

Core Competencies

Strategic Leadership & Execution

• Sets and cascades a clear vision aligned to Board priorities; converts strategy into quarterly plans and annual outcomes.
• Anticipates risks, adapts to changing conditions, and sustains momentum across transitions (e.g., annual presidencies).

Financial Stewardship & Business Acumen

• Manages budgeting, financial reporting, audits, investments, and insurance with transparency and rigor.
• Optimizes vendor contracts, space leases, and outsourced services; identifies cost savings without compromising quality.

Program Quality & Communications

• Curates relevant, engaging weekly programs; establishes speaker preparation and follow‑up protocols.
• Oversees newsletters, reports, and public presence; ensures messaging is accurate, compelling, and on brand.

Volunteer & Committee Leadership

• Recruits, activates, and supports volunteers to achieve committee goals; coaches chairs; removes barriers to execution.

Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Builds trust with members, Board, officers, committee chairs, district leaders, Rotaract, partners, and sponsors.
• Communicates with empathy and discretion; listens well; sustains a positive, inclusive culture of service.

Judgment & Decision-Making

• Makes sound, timely decisions with appropriate consultation; evaluates alternatives; keeps priorities in perspective.

Administrative Organization & Operational Excellence

• Designs efficient systems for meetings, communications, records, and data (e.g., DACdb usage).
• Produces accurate, timely reports; prioritizes work and establishes reliable processes that save time and reduce errors.

Talent Management & Team Development

• Hires, supervises, and develops staff/contractors; sets clear expectations; conducts fair evaluations; invests in growth.

Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

• Proactively attracts and retains a diverse membership; promotes equitable access to leadership and service opportunities.

District, International & Partner Relations

• Strengthens ties with Rotary District 6760, Rotary International, and peer clubs; supports Rotaract and sponsored clubs.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Partner with the Board to set annual priorities, KPIs, and budgets; provide quarterly progress updates and risk mitigation.
• Ensure leadership continuity across annual presidencies; advise officers on policy and organizational priorities.

Financial Stewardship & Compliance (RCON & NRST)

• Own budget development, financial reporting, investment oversight, audits, insurance renewals, and financial reviews.
• Negotiate/manage vendor contracts, office leases, outsourced accounting/controller services; ensure cost‑effectiveness.
• Lead annual NRST fundraising; strengthen donor stewardship; ensure compliant grantmaking and investment oversight.

Programs, Communications & Public Presence

• Deliver

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