What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at Monadnock Center for Violence Prevention?
The Monadnock Center for Violence Prevention (MCVP) is seeking a passionate and collaborative Executive Director (ED) to lead its mission of empowering survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and sex trafficking. As a trauma-informed organization, MCVP works toward a community free from interpersonal violence through crisis intervention and prevention education.
About MCVP
Since 1978, MCVP has been the only regional nonprofit solely dedicated to addressing interpersonal power-based violence. Key services include:
- Crisis Support: 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, court advocacy, and counseling.
- Prevention Education: In 2023, research-based programming educated over 2,000 children, youth, and adults through schools and community groups.
With a $1,000,000 annual budget, MCVP operates with state and federal grants, individual donor contributions, and diverse funding streams. The organization is guided by an 8-member Board, supported by 12 staff, and supplemented by volunteers and per diem professionals.
Key Responsibilities
As the face and leader of MCVP, the ED will:
- Oversee fiscal and administrative systems to support the mission.
- Cultivate a trauma-informed, compassionate workplace culture.
- Expand programming, partnerships, and community outreach.
- Attract, recruit, and onboard top talent with effective hiring strategies and comprehensive training programs.
- Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture that promotes engagement, collaboration, and employee development.
- Implement performance evaluation and recognition systems to support career growth and improve retention.
- Drive strategic growth, including shelter infrastructure and housing initiatives.
- Strengthen the organization's inclusion, equity, and anti-racism practices.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will possess:
- A deep understanding of trauma-informed care and challenges faced by survivors.
- Senior leadership experience in related fields (DV/SA, legal advocacy, mental health).
- A collaborative, empathetic, and strategic approach to leadership.
- Proven nonprofit management skills, including fundraising fiscal oversight, and federal grant experience.
- Strong advocacy, public speaking, and relationship-building abilities.
- Experience in rural service delivery and addressing poverty-related challenges.
Credentials:
- 8-10 years of senior management experience.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Familiarity with New Hampshire’s Monadnock region is a plus.
Application Process
This executive search is led by a Board approved Search Committee in collaboration with The Richards Group’s HR Services team Dan Lyons and Susan Loynd. All submissions will be acknowledged and are confidential.
MCVP is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in hiring. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and merit without discrimination.
Join MCVP in making a meaningful difference in the lives of survivors and fostering a safer community.
Salary : $1,000,000