The Executive Director is responsible for implementing the strategic plan and overseeing the administration of the Chariot organization.  The Executive Director is the brand ambassador providing leadership, vision and direction to Chariot’s staff; leading organizational development and strategic planning; and optimizing  financial performance, overseeing program delivery and building and cultivating donor relationships. This is an exempt position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide executive leadership for the organization.
• Partner with the Board of Directors in developing strategic plans and objectives.
• Meet or exceed annual financial and programmatic goals approved by the Board of Directors.
• Administer policies, procedures and processes for efficient and effective operation.
• Create, monitor, report on and execute action plans to reach the strategic priorities and milestones set by the Board of Directors.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with donors, grantors, employees, volunteers, board members, corporate sponsors and community partners.
• Maintain membership and actively participate in organizations that help promote service to seniors.
• Ensure development and approval of annual marketing and outreach plans.
• Advance the organization’s reputation through clear and consistent messaging related to program, outreach and branding.
• Provide financial, fundraising, policy and programmatic reports to the Board of Directors and committees.

FUND DEVELOPMENT

• Ensure development, execution and approval of an annual fund development plan.
• Ensure effective stewardship and acknowledgment of donor gifts.
• Support donor cultivation and retention through grants, events, donor campaigns and corporate sponsors.
• Ensure compliance, reporting and relationships with Chariot grantors.
• Support the Development Manager in all fundraising activities.

BOARD ENGAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP

• Advance Chariot’s reputation through clear and consistent messaging related to program, outreach and branding.
• Execute a clear strategic direction through engagement with the Board of Directors.
• Create and execute action plans to reach the strategic priorities and milestones set by the Board of Directors.
• Monitor and report progress on strategic initiatives, growth plans, financials, budgets, fund development plan, marketing and outreach plan and program operations.
• Assist in recruiting and maintaining board membership.
• Participate in board committees as appropriate.
• Initiate and assist in developing policy and procedure recommendations.
• Inform the board of health of and risks to the organization.
• Ensure secure access to files, property and reports.

PROGRAMMING OPERATIONS

• Identify, recruit and maintain a strong, engaged volunteer base.
• Provide support and leadership to the Program Operations Manager.
• Assist with resolving issues and escalations of program operations.
• Ensure program operations are in line with strategic initiatives and growth plans.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Recruit, on-board, retain and off board employees.
• Ensure that job descriptions are established and maintained for all roles.
• Ensure that staff is adequately trained.
• Identify opportunities for staff advancement.
• Hold staff accountable for performance according to their job description.
• Establish an annual performance evaluation process.
• Evaluation and develop a compensation and employee benefits plan to enhance and retain staff.

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

• Oversee fiscal management of Chariot in conjunction with the Finance Manager, Finance Committee and Board Treasurer, i.e., planning, budgeting, cost management, risk management, tax reporting, etc.
• Develop and monitor monthly financial reports, approve expenditures and ensure proper fiscal records keeping, internal and tax reporting.
• Ensure that the organization has adequate financial resources.
• Administer policies, procedures and processes for efficient and effective operation.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of effective nonprofit management including financial management and budgeting.
• Knowledge of team building techniques.
• Knowledge of logistics principles.
• Knowledge of establishing and maturing fund development, marketing and communications strategies.
• Knowledge of human resources practices.
• Knowledge and utilization of software applications, including Salesforce, MailChimp, ride scheduling, Microsoft products, etc.
• Knowledge of trends and community issues in the non-profit sector.
• Knowledge of donor development and cultivation.
• Skilled in continuous improvement techniques.
• Skilled in grant writing.
• Skilled in negotiation techniques.
• Skilled in fundraising techniques.
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, implement and execute programs in-line with Chariot’s mission and strategic direction.
• Ability to grow volunteer-based programming, services and resources.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and prioritize solutions.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Eight to ten years of professional experience.

Three to five years executive director or non-profit staff leadership experience.

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred, but not required, in Business, Non-Profit Management or Social Services).

WORK LOCATION

At this time, the position is remote.   In person meetings or events will be held throughout our service area.

To Apply

Please submit a letter of interest, resume and salary requiremnts via email to REvans@Chariot.org.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or  to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employee assigned to this job.

Description

The Chariot Development Manager plays a crucial role in planning, implementing, and overseeing fundraising and development activities for Chariot. This role involves planning and executing strategies to secure financial support, cultivate relationships with donors and promotes the organization’s mission and vision. The Development Manager works closely with the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, and the Fund Development Committee to secure and oversee our contributed income. They will work with the Executive Director to write government and private foundation grants, solicit individual and corporate donations, plan and execute special events and donor management in Salesforce. The Development Manager is a member of the staff leadership team.

Chariot will pay for Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) membership

Major Reponsibilities

1. Fund Development
a. Work with the Executive Director and Fund Development Committee (FDC) to develop and implement an annual fundraising plan
b. Help recruit FDC members and contribute at regular meetings
c. Work with the ED and Finance Manager to develop an annual and budget; monitor the budget regularly and make recommendations for revisions as needed
2. Corporate, Individual and Organizational Donors:
a. Manage annual corporate solicitations; develop corporate relationships, plan and execute asks, manage annual corporate gift goals
b. Plan for and manage individual giving campaigns; work to increase awareness and donations. Oversee Board member annual contributions
c. Cultivate and manage relationships with Faith-based and Civic groups to create opportunities for donor and volunteer involvement

3. Administrative
a. Ensure that all donors and their contributions are acknowledged in a timely manner; ensure that any recognition promised to a donor is adhered to the agreed upon timeline and met including annual reports, grant reporting and communications deliverables
b. Ensure that all donations and donors are entered in Salesforce platform
c. Ensure that the entire donor lifecycle, including emails, donations and event attendance is entered into Salesforce

4. Special Events Management
a. Oversee development of special events. Plan and execute annual events for donors such as annual luncheons, auctions and other virtual or in-person events designed to raise funds or friends or recognize financial or personal contributions
b. Work with our contract communications person to create donor communications timelines specific to campaigns including Giving Tuesday and Amplify Austin
c. Recruit and manage volunteer ad hoc event committees as needed
5. Networking and Relationship Building:
a. Attend networking events, conferences and community gatherings to increase Chariot’s visibility and expand the donor network
b. Collaborate with other nonprofit organizations, partners and community leaders to foster

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of Central Texas fundraising landscape
• Knowledge of CRM systems, Salesforce, Bonterra, Google Workspace and Dropbox
• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and methods
• Skilled in individual solicitation and special events fundraising
• Skilled in verbal and written communications
• Ability to engage and connect with diverse audiences
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to manage time effectively

Minimum Requirements / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Three to five years’ experience in nonprofit fund development

Location

This position is fully remote with in-person meetings or events to be held on occasion in Austin, Elgin or Dripping Springs

To Apply

Please submit a letter of interest and resume via email to REvans@Chariot.org.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or  to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employee assigned to this job.

Board of Directors members are responsible for strategic planning, policy development, governance and all fiduciary matters pertaining to Chariot (formerly Drive a Senior Central Texas) and ensuring that structures and procedures are in place for effective and ethical operation of the organization in the fulfillment of its mission.

These board positions report to the Board of Directors and is a volunteer position.

Essential Functions

• Attend and participate in meetings of the Board of Directors
• Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans
• Assist with membership recruitment and retention
• Formulate, review and oversee policies and procedures that govern the organization
• Actively participate on ad hoc and standing committees of the Board of Directors
• Participate in developing, approving and maintaining awareness of the annual budget
• Support and participate in Chariot activities
• Maintain awareness of other non-profit organization events and activities
• Recommend revisions to board policies and bylaws
• Participate in an annual board self-assessment
• Adhere to all Chariot policies and procedures, i.e., Conflict of Interest, Confidentially, Ethics, etc.
• Maintain awareness and ensure adherence to the Bylaws
• Provide input for the Executive Director’s performance evaluation
• Promote Chariot and its mission
• Maintain appropriate relationships with other non-profit organizations, the community and funders
• Ensure effective communication with Chariot staff, volunteers and the Austin community
• Identify potential donors and introduce them to the Executive Director
• Volunteer and represent Chariot at events
• Identify and introduce potential board members to the Governance and Nominations Committee
• Serve on at least one of the Board of the Directors Committees, i.e., Executive, Finance, Fund Development, Governance and Nominations, Organizational Excellence, Volunteer and Outreach

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Chariot By-Laws
• Knowledge of Chariot financial, legal and public responsibilities
• Knowledge of parliamentary procedure
• Knowledge of Chariot programs and mission
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to negotiate effectively
• Ability to establish maintain effective working relationships with Chariot staff, volunteers and Austin community

Experience

• Prefer prior non-profit Board of Directors experience
• Other skills as determined by the Skills Matrix

Minimum Qualifications

A passion for our mission

To Apply
Please submit a letter of interest and resume/CV via email to boardchair@chariot.org.