Executive Director - Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health

The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health is the private 501(c)3 foundation for Blue Cross of Idaho Health Services Inc. that was established more than 20 years ago to give back to the state and address the root causes that impact health. Its vision is to build a healthier Idaho and create impact across our state.

The Foundation has an extraordinary opportunity for a new Executive Director to join and be responsible for operations, strategy, and activities to fulfill the foundation's mission and objectives. This role requires strong leadership, management, and financial skills. The successful candidate will lead the staff, manage operations, oversee finances, and ensure impactful and sustainable programs and initiatives.

This position reports to the SVP Government Affairs & Public Relations and is located in Boise, Idaho.

Required Experience

To be considered for this role, you have:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in a private foundation, corporate giving, or related field, to include:
• At least 3 years in a formal leadership role, managing teams to accomplish goals and complete projects
• Experience working closely with a Board of Directors
  
  

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business, or a related health field; or equivalent work experience (Two years’ relevant experience is equivalent to one-year college)
  
  

We’d Also Love It If You Had

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans
  
  

Having the following will be the foundation of your success:

• Outstanding leadership and organizational abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse partners
• High degree of emotional intelligence and the ability to motivate and lead teams effectively
• Knowledge of the nonprofit sector, social impact measurement, and current trends in philanthropy
• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and reporting in a nonprofit environment
• Passion for the Foundation’s mission and goals
• Strategic problem solver with excellent analytical skills and ability to resolve complex situations and make critical decisions
• Integrity, transparency, and accountability
• Demonstrates strategic leadership and crafts future-state scenarios, crafting a vision for the future and defining key actions needed for success.
• Ability to implement and monitor achievement of strategies and long-range plans that are vital to the Foundation's continued success
• Ability to work in an office environment, with frequent travel to meet with partners or attend events
• Ability to participate in evening or weekend events as needed
  
  

In This Role, We Will Ask You To

• Develop and implement the Foundation’s strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Directors
• Set the Foundation’s overall direction and ensure its programs and activities support its mission and goals
• Encourage, empower, and lead staff and volunteers, nurturing a positive and productive organizational culture
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with key partners, including board members, donors, government agencies, grantees, and community leaders
• Develop and manage the Foundation’s annual budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial goals
• Ensure the Foundation aligns with all legal, tax, and regulatory requirements related to charitable activities
• Through collaboration with the finance department, supervise and report on the financial status of the Foundation to the Board and ensure accurate stewardship of the Foundation's assets.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that align with the Foundation's mission and goals
• Ensure programs are effectively managed and have measurable impact, including tracking outcomes and making adjustments as needed
• Foster innovation within the Foundation’s programs, encouraging creativity and new approaches to address social challenges
• Support operations and administration of the Board by advising and assisting in the selection, evaluation, and development of Board members
• Provide Board members with timely and relevant information to aid in decision-making, including program reports, financial statements, and strategic updates
• Work closely with the Board to evaluate and monitor the performance of the Foundation and ensure accountability and transparency
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Foundation, promoting its mission and programs to the public and external partners
• Build and maintain partnerships with other Foundations, organizations, and governmental bodies that can support the Foundation’s objectives
• Represent the Foundation at conferences, public meetings, and events, improving its visibility and reputation
• Be responsible for the Foundation’s day-to-day operations, including staff management, office administration, grant making, compliance and systems development
• Lead the recruitment, training, and retention of a skilled and dedicated team
  
  

Reasonable accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.