Evergreen Executive Source, LLC
P.O. Box 412
Haddonfield, NJ 08033
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Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana
Louisville Headquarters
Position to be Filled Fall 2014
Apply Immediately for Consideration
THE OPPORTUNITY
Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana announces a search for CEO to lead the Council to provide Girl Scouting’s pre-eminent programming to help girls develop as leaders and build confidence by learning new skills. Membership is for girls ages 5-17. All Girl Scouting’s programs and activities – from camping to computing, arts to engineering, service projects to field trips – are designed to challenge and prepare girls for a future of leadership and achievement.
The CEO will act in partnership with the Board of Directors and capitalize on that collaboration to elevate the outcomes of all aspects of council functions. The CEO will provide leadership for the corporate tactical planning process by directing the formulation, integration, and implementation of short-term, mid-term, and long range operating objectives and actions needed to achieve the Council’s strategic plan. In addition, the CEO will ensure that pluralism is institutionalized within the Council’s activities and functions, promoting non-discrimination in every aspect of Girl Scouting.
Responsible for stewardship of the Council’s human, material and fiscal assets, the CEO provides oversight for policies and practices that enhance the participation of members and enhances the roles of staff and volunteers. Of critical importance is the continued strengthening of the visibility of the Council and community awareness of the Girl Scout brand, as well as membership initiatives that effectively engage girls, families, and volunteers in the Council’s large service area.
The CEO’s important outward-facing responsibilities are to network and build relationships with corporate, nonprofit, government and funding communities and the general public, which expand the Council’s visibility and create opportunities for significant membership growth and financial support by ensuring that investing in girls is a priority. The CEO informs and engages current and potential funders by representing the council at strategic functions, serving as the council media spokesperson and leveraging influential speaking opportunities.
Organized in 1923, Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana serves approximately 14,000 girls and 5,000 adult members throughout 54 counties in western Kentucky and 10 counties in southern Indiana. The Council’s gross budget is $5.5 million. There are currently 65 staff. Its administrative headquarters is located in Louisville, Kentucky, and the Council has four additional program learning centers, located in Bowling Green, Elizabethtown, Owensboro, and Paducah, and two satellite offices located in Hopkinsville, and Seymour, Indiana. It operates 7 camp properties.
CRITICAL GOALS
Successful measures of accomplishment will be determined in the following areas.
CEO QUALIFICATIONS
The CEO will possess solid and broad based business skills with a minimum of 7 years’ comparable executive-level experience including profit and loss accountability, and 10 or more years in program and administrative management roles of increasing responsibility. Demonstrated expertise in fund development and fiscal management is a requirement, as is proven leadership skills in the management and development of paid staff and volunteers.
Personal attributes of the CEO will include commitment to the Girl Scout Mission, and the passion and ability to be the voice for that Mission across the Council's diverse service area. The CEO will be a person of strong ideals and integrity who has a combination of vision, strategic, and operational planning abilities and who can serve as a role model of best management practices and effective decision-making. The new CEO will possess a style of leadership that embraces partnerships, is collaborative, and empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential, all the while meeting mutually agreed upon accountability measures. The CEO will be recognized as a community leader in the Council’s jurisdiction, or have the executive presence to achieve this quickly after appointment. A strong commitment to serving girls from all family, community and economic backgrounds is essential. The ability to communicate effectively across a broad range of constituents is also essential. The CEO will have demonstrated abilities in fund development and volunteer relations.
The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strategic leadership and sound business experience including financial management, marketing, resource development, and the use of technology to support operational needs.
Additional desired qualifications include nonprofit board relations and demonstrated fundraising or corporate sales experience, marketing, and volunteer relations leadership. It is expected that candidates will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree, with advanced degree preferred.
Skilled executives from the world of Girl Scouting, corporate, non-profit, or other backgrounds who are dedicated to providing world-class development opportunities are encouraged to apply. If this is your background and you share a passion for advancing the lives of girls in this service area of Kentucky and Indiana, we want to speak with you.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS
The Council offers a competitive compensation plan commensurate with experience as well as a comprehensive benefits package including attractive time off, medical, dental, vision, life and short and long-term disability coverage, and other features. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of the Council. Relocation support will be considered.
COUNCIL JURISDICTION
COUNCIL WEBSITE: http://www.gskentuckiana.org/
HOW TO APPLY
Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is an equal opportunity employer
and encourages applications from members of diverse communities.
We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible and before September 30th. After that date, applications will continue to be reviewed until this important position is filled. For immediate consideration, please e-mail your cover letter and resume along with salary history to:
Bob Perodeau, Principal
Evergreen Executive Source, LLC
E-mail: evergreen.source@att.net
Direct Line (800) 286 4009 www.egreensource.com/
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P.O. Box 412
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ph: 800 286 4009
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