Managing Director, Network & Partnership Strategy
Confidential, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 46201
Managing Director, Network & Partnership Strategy
About the Company
Mission-driven organization providing capacity building services to local conservation groups
Industry Non-Profit Organization Management
Type Non Profit
Employees 11-50
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Managing Director for Network and Partnership Strategy to play a pivotal role in the evolution of its programs and services. This leadership position is focused on ensuring that the organization's commitment to conservation leaders is supported by robust systems, strategic partnerships, and a sustained impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the strategy and delivery of the company's engagement with conservation leaders, designing and refining tools for this engagement, and maintaining systems to track outcomes. Additionally, the role involves managing a network of technical assistance providers, overseeing program strategy and operations, and providing strategic leadership for external communications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nonprofit management, philanthropy, or capacity building, with a deep understanding of the realities facing conservation nonprofits and Tribes.
Applicants for the Managing Director role at the company should have a minimum of 8 years' progressive leadership experience in relevant fields. Key qualifications include a proven track record in building and stewarding multi-stakeholder networks, strong operational leadership skills, and the ability to translate sector needs into practical programming. The role requires a leader with high emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate organizational complexity. Experience in grant-funded initiatives and a deep respect for the conservation community are essential. The position is grant-funded and time-bound, with the potential for extension based on future funding and organizational needs. The Managing Director will be expected to work in a remote, distributed environment with a high level of autonomy and be prepared for minimal travel.
Hiring Manager Title Executive Director
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management Strategy
About the Company
Mission-driven organization providing capacity building services to local conservation groups
Industry Non-Profit Organization Management
Type Non Profit
Employees 11-50
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Managing Director for Network and Partnership Strategy to play a pivotal role in the evolution of its programs and services. This leadership position is focused on ensuring that the organization's commitment to conservation leaders is supported by robust systems, strategic partnerships, and a sustained impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the strategy and delivery of the company's engagement with conservation leaders, designing and refining tools for this engagement, and maintaining systems to track outcomes. Additionally, the role involves managing a network of technical assistance providers, overseeing program strategy and operations, and providing strategic leadership for external communications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nonprofit management, philanthropy, or capacity building, with a deep understanding of the realities facing conservation nonprofits and Tribes.
Applicants for the Managing Director role at the company should have a minimum of 8 years' progressive leadership experience in relevant fields. Key qualifications include a proven track record in building and stewarding multi-stakeholder networks, strong operational leadership skills, and the ability to translate sector needs into practical programming. The role requires a leader with high emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate organizational complexity. Experience in grant-funded initiatives and a deep respect for the conservation community are essential. The position is grant-funded and time-bound, with the potential for extension based on future funding and organizational needs. The Managing Director will be expected to work in a remote, distributed environment with a high level of autonomy and be prepared for minimal travel.
Hiring Manager Title Executive Director
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management Strategy