Hand in Hand Ministries Inc. is on a mission to change lives one person, one family at a time. We bring people together to instill hope in one another as we meet housing, education, and healthcare needs of the economically vulnerable locally, regionally and internationally.

Job Summary:

We’re looking for a highly skilled Executive Director to help us fulfill our mission. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will oversee the strategic and operational efficiencies of our programs and staff. This seasoned leader will have a passion for our mission and experience in organizational leadership and fundraising. Experience in hiring and managing staff is essential, and established relationships with local community groups is a plus. Above all, the executive director should be highly effective in a leadership role that requires clear communication skills and decisiveness. As the Executive Director, you will lead and shape the culture of the administrative team in our Louisville office. You will work closely with Program Directors in each location, to support a shared vision for programming and staffing based on community needs and available resources.

Objective:

• Work closely with the Board of Directors and committees to assess and address issues affecting the organization.
• Oversee daily operations of the organization, providing executive direction for program strategies and efficiencies, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Identify and address staffing requirements for efficient operations and maintain a strong work culture that attracts and retains people while driving the organization’s mission.
• Increase awareness of the organization by sharing our story with local business, churches, service organizations and media.
• Develop an actionable plan for fundraising, marketing and management of a $1.8M annual budget.
• Comply with all national and local regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Meet aggressive annual fundraising goals, in partnership with Board of Directors and Development staff, by securing financial support from foundations, corporations, and individual donors.
• Work with staff and board on annual fundraising benefit and additional events, and oversee all external communications, including website, marketing collateral, newsletters, and social media.
• Serve as the face of the organization and participate in external events to increase visibility, credibility, and market brand, and develop strategic partnerships to further increase community awareness and expand programs.
• Build and lead an effective team that’s dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission through highly successful programs, community engagement, and fundraising.
• Manage staff members and clients whose experiences, cultures, and languages reflect the communities served by the organization.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Five or more years of experience in senior management, preferably with nonprofit organizations
• Strong experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles for nonprofit organizations
• Proven success working with a Board of Directors
• Collaborative, flexible leadership style that can recognize and acknowledge the cultural dynamics at play in each of our remote locations.
• Dynamic and charismatic team player who enjoys being the public face of an organization.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, human resources, or finance.
• Experience in managing budgets.
• Knowledge or experience of Benevon fundraising model
• Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Louisville, KY 40212 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Louisville, KY 40212: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person