We are searching for a confident Executive Director to join our vibrant team at Nashville Tree Foundation in Nashville, TN.
Growing your career as a Full Time Executive Director is an amazing opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in cooperation, leadership and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Executive Director at Nashville Tree Foundation today!
Job Summary Nashville Tree Foundation (NTF) is seeking a full-time, entrepreneurial, mission-driven Executive Director to take the organization to the next level. The Executive Director, in partnership with the Board, will be responsible for executing the organization's strategic plan to:
Become Nashville's leading tree-planting non-profit,Ensure a sustainable future for the organization, andCultivate a community that values trees through education and advocacy.Position Summary
Under the direction of the NTF Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of the management and operation of the organization, including identification and pursuit of funding, development and maintenance of positive working relationships with city and community partners, and execution of all programming. To be successful, the Executive Director must be a proactive, energetic, and experienced leader willing to advocate for community support, negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes, and enhance our organizational capacity to achieve our mission.
Job ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities Leadership: Provides leadership in the implementation of strategic plans and short-term goals. Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to opportunities and challenges.Financial Management: Works with the executive committee to develop the annual budget for board approval, and also works with the accountant and external auditors to assure the organization's finances are in good order.Fundraising/Development: Works with the development and communications committees to plan and execute all fundraising and development activities. Will also be responsible for meeting with individuals, corporations and foundations to build ongoing financial support and mutually beneficial partnerships.Partnership: Works with metro and state governments as well as other nonprofits and community groups to facilitate programs and projects.Program Management: Works with the program coordinator to design, implement, and assess planting, preservation and educational programs.Human Resource Management: Responsible for hiring and management of staff as needed to support the organization. The Executive Director will occasionally need to step in to fulfill responsibilities of staff, such as leading tree plantings, educational programs, answer questions, or attend community events.Board Liaison/Management: Serves as an ex officio, non-voting member of the board and all board committees and delivers reports at each board meeting and at other times as requested by the board.Communication/Advocacy: Effectively conveys Nashville Tree Foundation's vision to staff, board, volunteers, donors and stakeholders. Develops and implements an advocacy/awareness/engagement campaign through multi-channel strategies.Culture: Creates a positive learning culture that encourages the introduction of new ideas, approaches and methods from staff and volunteers to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of programs and operations.QualificationsCore Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent skills and 5+ years of relevant professional work experienceExperience in fundraising and community developmentStrong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsSolutions-oriented, entrepreneurial spiritKnowledgeable and passionate about trees and tree careExperience with contact management systemsDemonstrated experience working with Boards to achieve strategic objectivesAbility to present complex information in an impactful and succinct manner through presentations, written reports, grant narratives, social media and other interactionsAbility to work effectively with diverse and disparate constituenciesAbility to manage multiple priorities, both independently and as the leader of a teamPositive attitude, strong work ethic, creativity and flexibilityCandidate must be available to occasionally work on weekends and nightsCandidate must be physically able to participate in tree planting activities and other programming initiativesDesired Qualifications Experience working in the non-profit sector, especially in the operation of a conservation, friends or similar organization, is strongly preferredExperience hiring, managing and supervising staffExperience with advocacy, marketing/PR, and government relationsExperience developing and executing mission-oriented programingExperience with community outreach, volunteers, and partnershipsDemonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with local and state governments, philanthropies and community stakeholdersCommunications experience including social media, press, and newslettersThe above is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties and skills required, and may be modified as the needs of the position change. Additional InformationBenefitsSalary commensurate with experience.
How to Apply Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a current resume by Friday, February 3, to:
Nashville Tree Foundation Search Committee E-mail: View email address on cnm.org DetailsDate Posted: January 12, 2023Type: Full-TimeJob Function: Executive LeadershipService Area: EnvironmentWorking Hours: 40 hrs/wk Benefits of working as a Executive Director in Nashville, TN:
? Excellent benefits
? Company offers career progression opportunities
? Competitive salary
