Executive Director - Civic NE

Executive Director - Civic Nebraska

The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing operations, finance, development, and programmatic activities. The Executive Director will also work in partnership with senior leadership to ensure the strategic plan is being carried out and opportunities to do so are maximized.

As the Executive Director, you will:

Serve as the organizations principal leader and representative to the larger community.

Work with and advise key members of the senior director and administrative teams to provide leadership and guidance on development, financial, programmatic, people and culture, and policy matters.

Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values shared learning, leadership development, and collaboration.

Contribute to the development of Civic Nebraskas strategic goals and objectives, including oversight over the creation of the organizations 3 year strategic plan.

Mentor and develop senior leadership using a supportive and collaborative approach, including setting objectives, establishing priorities, monitoring and evaluating results, and providing accountability.

Work with the Development team and senior leadership to raise sufficient funds to meet the organizations operations and program goals.

Ensure that, in partnership with senior leadership, Civic Nebraska is adhering to the strategic plan, and delivering status reports to the board.

Direct the organizations legal, policy, and programmatic strategy in voting rights, civic health, and youth civic leadership.

In partnership with the senior leadership team, ensure the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Serve as the senior liaison to the Civic Nebraska and Nebraska Votes (an associated c4 organization) board and committees; present quarterly status reports to each of the Board of Directors on the organizations finances and programs. Call attention to critical matters at select board of directors and committee meetings.

An ideal candidate will have the following background or a combination of the following qualifications:

At least 3-5 years of experience in organizational leadership.

3 or more years of experience in one or more of Civic Nebraskas core program issue areas is a plus.

At least 3-5 years of management experience.

An empathetic, enthusiastic, innovative, adaptable, and proactive leader capable of working with diverse teams to reach a common goal.

Strong management skills, including coaching, conflict resolution, and facilitating leadership development in others.

A self-starter and strategic thinker who is able to initiate and manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

The ability to make timely, effective, and ethical decisions.

The ability to develop strong, meaningful, and authentic relationships with staff, external partners, stakeholders, funders, donors, and community members.

A clear communicator who can compel audiences through writing and speaking.

Have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

A law or post-graduate degree is a plus.

To Apply: Submit Resume and Cover Letter to NEXT Recruitment & Consulting at www.nextrcinc.com.

Application Deadline: December 20, 2024

Civic Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Civic Nebraska does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.