Walk/Bike Nashville, a 501(c)3 with a mission to make the Nashville area more walkable, bikeable, and liveable, seeks a leader with strong organization-building skills and a background in management.
As the figurehead and key spokesperson for the organization, the Executive Director is charged with developing and maintaining relationships with donors and stakeholders. She or he must be skilled in effective communications, consensus building, and community outreach. Together with the Program Manager, the Executive Director will coordinate activities supported by current grant funding and develop additional revenue sources to support expansion and programming.
Reporting to and working with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will implement and update the long-term strategic plan for the organization. Responsibilities include the daily operations, financial health of the organization, staff management, advocacy, and image. The successful candidate will have the experience to lead the organization to meet and exceed its goals.
Walk/Bike Nashville is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Position Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors to prepare and implement the organization’s long-term strategic plan and policy decisions.
- Coordinate with the Program Manager to execute the activities supported by current grants.
- Create and manage an annual budget and fundraising plan in accordance with strategic and operational plans.
- Monitor and ensure a positive fiscal condition:
- Create and retain revenue streams from grants, sponsorships and memberships.
- Solicit donors and develop community, corporate, governmental and other sectors in support of fundraising goals.
- Position the organization and its programs to maximize fund development opportunities.
- Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with other groups whose missions align with Walk/Bike Nashville.
- Establish, manage and assist in efforts to augment advocacy, including public policy.
- Supervise Programs Manager; maintain a positive work environment by following sound human resources policies.
- Provide recommendations to the Board of Directors and any committees and staff to enable timely and responsive decision-making.
- Provide leadership and assistance in board recruitment and board development.
- Serve as a spokesperson for the organization to the public; ensure that written and verbal communication about the organization reflects its mission and goals; represent the organization at public events, media events, conferences and workshops.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business or public administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred. Related equivalent experience will be taken into consideration.
- Five years of demonstrated general management experience in non-profit position, with two years in the fields of bicycle/pedestrian advocacy, transportation issues, and/or community organizing. Some marketing background is desirable.
- Demonstrated success in organizational planning, budgeting and financial management, with proven success in fundraising in the non-profit sector.
- Experience supervising professional staff and volunteers.
- Experience working directly with Board of Directors.
- Proficiency in use of computer and basic software applications, including Quickbooks.
Personal Attributes:
- Visionary yet Analytical Thinker
- Creative Problem Solver
- Clear, Persuasive Communicator, both verbally and in writing
- Works independently and collaboratively
- Understands and Manages Priorities Timely
- Anticipates, Identifies and Analyzes funding support and other growth opportunities.
- Possesses Integrity, Dedication, Drive, Diplomacy AND an Overall Love of Walking and Bicycling, and communities that support these activities