Foundation Executive Director - Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation

About the Organization

Are you looking to make a difference? Keen to uplift a local community and work with an organization that has been spreading ripples of support far and wide for more than 100 years? Look no further than Kiwanis!

Kiwanis International was founded in Detroit, Michigan in 1915, with its focus on service, especially to children, becoming firmly rooted by 1919. Today, Kiwanis clubs boast over 600,000 members across nearly 80 nations and geographic locations. Together, Kiwanis clubs across the globe work to help children thrive, prosper, and grow.

The Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor was first chartered on June 13, 1921. The Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation Inc. was incorporated in Michigan as a nonprofit in 1964 and has been recognized as a tax-exempt nonprofit (501(c)(3) by the United States Internal Revenue Service since March 17, 1965. In the hundred years since its founding, the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor and since 1965 through its Foundation has provided nearly $13 million in grants, services, and merchandise to families and individuals alike across the community, with much of this generosity being made possible through the Kiwanis Foundation Thrift Sale.

Overall, the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor and its Foundation aim to cultivate and maintain an environment that is inclusive, accessible, engaging, and above all, ensures that we remain a consistent and reliable productive service club for the families and children of Washtenaw County.

If you are interested in working within a community-based operation, built around the desire to do good, and the generosity and heartfelt support of our members and volunteers, please read on:

For additional information about Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation, Inc., visit: https://a2kiwanisfoundation.org/

About the Role of the Foundation Executive Director

The Foundation Executive Director, under the general guidance and administrative direction of the Foundation Board of Directors, has primary leadership authority and responsibility to ensure the smooth functioning of the business operations of Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation Inc.

The Executive Director will be responsible for ensuring the ongoing success of Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation Inc. general business operations, while enhancing the organization’s culture, and deep commitment to the Washtenaw County community. This individual must foster a culture of transparency and create an inclusive, participatory environment for all their members and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates business activities of the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation Inc. Develops procedures in support of business operations and administration while maintaining efficient operations and compliance. Manages and supervises several projects concurrently.
• Manages diverse incomes sources across multiple sectors (e.g., eBay, annual thrift sale, Facebook Marketplace, Voucher Programs), while balancing donations and sales to ensure long-term financial sustainability and drive organizational growth as outlined by the Foundation Board.
• Represents, advocates, and shows respect for the concerns and interests of all parties within the organization, including volunteers, members, and staff while keeping the organization’s strategic plans and values in mind.
• Oversees and implements best practices for hiring, training, mentoring, managing burnout, and improving retention and turnover rates for staff, members and volunteers.
• Collaborates with members, volunteers, external community partners, and the board to formulate goals supporting the strategic plan of the organization. Assuring goals align with the organization’s missions and values and regularly monitor the progress of goals.
• Execute the specifics of the strategic plan, keeping the board apprised of progress and challenges.

Key Challenges/Issues/Opportunities:

• Retaining, coaching, and attracting high quality staff and volunteers, given the current labor market constraints
• Implementing a long-term strategic plan, vision, goals, and priorities for the future of the organization under the direction of the Foundation Board.
• Supporting a positive and encouraging organizational culture.
• Establishing partnerships with other organizations within the community to raise more funds.
• Exploring other streams of revenue beyond the thrift store, such as e-commerce platforms like e-bay or estate sales.

About You

You are an experienced leader and teambuilder with a dedicated commitment and appreciation of Kiwanis’ mission and values. You are seeking an opportunity to apply your retail and financial management experience, and to use your exceptional project management and communication skills.

To Apply

Applications are requested by May 4.