Non Profit Executive Director - 2331745 Job at Adams Keegan Inc, Memphis, TN

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  • Adams Keegan Inc
  • Memphis, TN

Job Description

RISE (Responsibility. Initiative. Solutions. Empowerment) is a 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to improve the community by providing financial literacy tools and incentives to help families build assets and make better financial choices.

RISE Foundation was founded in 1999 as a joint effort of the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, Memphis Housing Authority and United Way of the Mid-South to help break the cycle of poverty and its effects, including bankruptcy, foreclosure, unemployment and crime. RISE was initially designed to help Memphis public housing residents achieve financial self-sufficiency, thereby making the city a healthier place. Through community support, we've expanded tremendously over the years to serve a broader demographic. Over the past decade, RISE has developed unique expertise in helping entry-level wage earners to budget, save and accumulate assets. Our work has led to a deep understanding of the larger community issues working against families in Memphis and Shelby County.

RISE is currently searching for an Executive Director (ED). The ED will lead our nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting financial literacy. This role involves strategic leadership, program management, fundraising, and financial oversight. The ideal candidate should have a passion for financial education and be adept at collaborating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the organization's vision, mission, and strategic goals.

• Collaborate with the board of directors to set priorities and drive impact.

Program Management:

• Oversee financial literacy programs, workshops, and educational initiatives.

• Ensure program quality, effectiveness, and scalability.

• Monitor outcomes and assess program impact.

Fundraising and Development:

• Lead fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor cultivation, and events.

• Build and maintain relationships with funders, sponsors, and community partners.

• Develop sustainable revenue streams.

Financial Oversight:

• Manage the organization's budget, financial statements, and cash flow.

• Work closely with the finance team to ensure fiscal responsibility.

• Understand and interpret financial documents (budgets, income statements, etc.).

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with volunteers, staff, and community members.

• Represent the organization at public events, conferences, and meetings.

• Advocate for financial literacy

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university

• 10 years of experience in leadership, preferably of a non-profit

• Proven track record in securing support from foundations, corporations and individual donors

• Communication and public speaking skills

• Excellent leader of a team - must be able to build a culture that is passionate for the cause

• Business skills to support the administration and financials of the organization

• Ability to work flexible hours for events and meetings

Benefits:

RISE offers health, life and disability insurance and PTO

Salary:

Salary for this role will be dependent on experience but the starting range will be $90,000 annually paid semi-monthly.

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

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