Uniting Pride of Champaign County · 14 hours ago
Executive Director
Champaign, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$65K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expUniting Pride of Champaign County is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for LGBTQ+ individuals. They are seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as the Executive Director, overseeing daily operations, strategic initiatives, fundraising, and community outreach to advance equity and justice.
Civic and Social Organizations
Hiring Manager
Aurora Cruz-Torres
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a strategic plan in collaboration with the Board to ensure alignment with Uniting Pride’s mission and anti-racist framework
Build and maintain relationships with community partners, funders, and stakeholders to amplify impact, and represent Uniting Pride publicly in advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights
Lead diversified fundraising efforts (corporate sponsorships, individual donations, grants, special events, and planned giving) and oversee grant management, ensuring compliance and sustaining funder relationships
Manage the organization’s budget with the Finance Committee, Finance & Program Manager, and Board to ensure fiscal accountability and long-term sustainability
Provide financial oversight to ensure operational viability and resource development
Supervise staff, ensuring effective program and operational delivery and evaluation using data and community feedback
Develop and manage program budgets and oversee the development of community education and training programs, ensuring cultural competency and alignment with organizational goals
Ensure compliance with operational policies, procedures, and regulations
Manage daily administrative functions, identify challenges, and provide innovative solutions to maintain organizational accountability
Collaborate with the Board to ensure effective governance and provide regular updates and financial summaries
Assist in cultivating new Board members and community leaders to strengthen the organization's leadership
Develop outreach strategies to engage diverse populations, particularly marginalized communities
Represent Uniting Pride in local, state, and national advocacy efforts
Supervise, coach, and evaluate staff to foster an inclusive work culture
Ensure that staff and volunteers receive appropriate training and have access to professional development opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, social work, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations (or equivalent experience)
Proven success in fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant management
Strong financial management skills, including budget development and oversight
Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and project management skills
Strong communication and writing skills
Ability to work well with diverse or marginalized populations
Demonstrated experience managing and leading organizational budgets of at least $100,000, with a strong understanding of nonprofit financial principles, including budgeting, strategic forecasting, and fiscal oversight
Proficiency with financial management tools such as QuickBooks software, with the ability to interpret financial reports and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards
Ability to interpret financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), generate financial reports for the board, and use financial data for strategic planning
Familiarity with annual audit processes, working with auditors, and ensuring financial practices meet regulatory and nonprofit standards
Experience developing multi-year financial plans, aligning resources with strategic goals, and guiding the organization's long-term financial health
Preferred
Experience in advocacy, public policy, and community engagement is preferred
Proficiency with financial reporting tools and Google Suite
Benefits
Currently, Uniting Pride contributes $ 2,000 per year to a federally sanctioned health reimbursement account (HRA).
Company
Uniting Pride of Champaign County
Uniting Pride was founded in 2009 as an organization dedicated to the equality, wellness, advocacy, and visibility of the LGBTQ+ communities in Champaign County.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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