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Executive Director

Confidential, Portland, OR, United States


Executive Director

About the Company

Mission-focused organization advocating the alleviation of locally-based impoverishment

Industry Public Policy

Type Privately Held

Founded 2006

Employees 1-10

Specialties

advocacy federal food programs child hunger poverty prevention public policy senior hunger outreach and community engagement

About the Role

The Company is in search of an Executive Director to spearhead the development and expansion of its organizational strategy and impact. The successful candidate will be a dedicated leader with a strong commitment to food justice, power building, and the pursuit of social, racial, and economic justice. Key responsibilities for the Executive Director include providing strategic direction, enhancing organizational policies, systems, and processes, serving as the primary representative to external partners, and leading fundraising efforts to ensure the sustainability of programs and operations. The role also involves supervising a team of advocates in the field of food justice.

Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should be prepared to take on a challenging and rewarding role that requires a deep understanding of the issues at hand and a passion for effecting change. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leadership, be adept at managing and growing a team, and possess the skills necessary to strengthen the organization's impact. A background in social, racial, and economic justice work, as well as experience in fundraising and external relations, is essential. The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in the organization's mission, and as such, a strong commitment to the values of the organization and the communities it serves is a must.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/President Non-Profit Management