You were my lifeline from initial diagnosis through surgery and chemo. I don’t know how I could have handled it without you.

– Kerry

Employment opportunities

Executive Director

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@bcconnections.org or fax to (650) 326-6673.

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management necessary to ensure the organization’s success in achieving its mission and its financial objectives.  Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the ED guides the strategic vision and objectives of BCC, enables the Board to fulfill its governance function, and gives direction and leadership toward achieving BCC’s annual goals.  The ED hires and oversees the work of staff and is accountable for staff performance and effectiveness.  The ED is, therefore, closely involved with all administrative aspects of the agency and has responsibility for program, personnel, and financial management, as well as community relations and fund development.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

►Internal Organizational Leadership

  • Work with the Board and staff to ensure that the mission is clear and it serves continuously as an inspiration and guide.
  • Work closely with the Board to set strategic vision, to identify priorities and goals and monitor the progress of BCC.
  • Work with the Board to ensure that it is properly constituted, supported, and trained.
  • Work with the Board and staff to ensure proper care and development of the organization’s history, culture, reputation, and image.

 

►Internal Organizational Management

  • Ensure that staff are properly selected, supported, and guided.
  • Work with the Board and staff to ensure that appropriate systems are in place for financial administration management, asset management, and donor relations.
  • Develop and maintain sound financial practices.
  • Work with the Fund Development Committee, Finance Committee, and Board to prepare an annual budget and ensure that the organization works within budget guidelines.
  • Report regularly to the Board regarding organizational objectives, financial status, and other relevant issues.
  • Maintain official records and documents and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
  • Promote and support active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the organization’s work.
  • Sit on each standing Board Committee as an ex-officio and non-voting member.
  • Ensure that all materials for Board meetings are prepared and organized for each member.

 

►Program Management

  • Provide leadership and guidance to staff related to strategic direction and management of BCC’s programs and services.
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality client services that are aligned with the organization’s mission and core values.
  • Work with the Board and Marketing Commitee to raise awareness of available services and effectively communicate their impact.
  • Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of BCC’s work; foster an effective volunteer program, including recruiting, training, and supervision.
  • Ensure that the Board is continually educated on the programs, services, and their benefit to the clients.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of significant development and trends in the field.

 

►External Relations and Fundraising

  • Provide leadership and vision for fundraising planning and implementation; work closely with the Development Director and the Fund Development Committee to develop major fundraising efforts.
  • Make donor relations a priority, including cultivation and stewardship.  Actively participate in donor solicitations.
  • Oversee fundraising campaigns (including major annual campaign) to ensure new prospects are added and all donors receive appropriate, compelling materials.
  • Oversee staff in the management of an effective donor database; ensure that records are carefully managed and updated and critical information is available as needed.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with appropriate health care, community, and nonprofit agencies.
  • Represent BCC in the community; develop relationships with local organizations and educate their members about BCC, increasing the visibility of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

►Experience:

  • A passionate interest in women’s health and/or cancer supportive care.
  • Prior non-profit experience.
  • Proven leadership skills including organizational development, personnel management, and program management.
  • Experience with or understanding of working with volunteers.
  • Experience in fundraising, personal solicitation, and developing campaigns.
  • Proven budget and finance experience.

 

►Skills and Abilities:

  • Communication, collaboration, facilitation, and listening skills with staff, volunteers, board, and community stakeholders.
  • Ability to lead an organization to a unified vision and new directions in response to changing community needs.
  • Flexibility in working with ever-changing styles inherent in a 18-20 person Board of Directors.
  • Ability to engage and motivate staff and volunteers.
  • Empathy and compassion for the clients and the mission of the organization.
  • Computer literacy and comfort with technology.
  • Flexibility with evening and weekend hours to attend programs and events.

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary and benefits.

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@bcconnections.org or fax to (650) 326-6673.

 

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