Executive Director
Soup Kitchen of Muncie, Muncie, IN, United States
Status: Full-time (approximately 40 hours/week)
Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 annually plus additional bonus potential
Schedule: Flexible, with some evenings and weekends
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief administrative leader of The Soup Kitchen of Muncie (SKM), reporting to the Board of Directors. The ED advances SKM’s mission by providing strategic leadership, overseeing daily operations, ensuring financial stability, and representing the organization within the community.
Core Responsibilities
- Leadership & Operations
- Provides leadership for Soup Kitchen of Muncie’s operations and strategic initiatives in alignment with SKM’s mission and values.
- Collaborate with the Board on strategic planning, goal-setting, and organizational growth.
- Foster a positive, inclusive culture for staff, volunteers, and guests.
- Oversee organizational communications, including the annual report, website, and social media.
- Develop and manage the annual budget with the Board Treasurer and Finance Committee.
- Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and strong fiscal controls.
- Obtain Board approval for non-budgeted expenses over $500.
- Develop and maintain strong, sustainable donor relationships, working to diversify funding streams through individual, corporate, and foundation contributions.
- Lead fundraising campaigns, including grant writing, major gifts, annual giving, and special events to meet financial goals.
- Partner with the Board of Directors to cultivate and steward donors.
- Community Engagement & Board Relations
- Serve as SKM’s primary spokesperson and community representative.
- Build partnerships with community organizations, funders, and agencies.
- Prepare reports and materials for Board meetings and support effective governance.
- Staff & Program Oversight
- Direct supervision of Kitchen Manager and Security.
- Ensure compliance with TEFAP and other food program requirements.
- Oversee facilities, equipment, contracts, and vendor relationships.
- Ensure all guests are treated with dignity and respect.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in nonprofit management or community-based leadership.
- Experience supervising staff and working with a Board of Directors.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience in public speaking.
- Strong understanding in budget management and basic accounting.
- Commitment to SKM’s mission and ability to work flexible hours.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Fundraising, grant writing, marketing, or communications experience.
- Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases.
Additional Requirements
- SERV Safe certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
- Successful background check and drug screening (covered by SKM).