Job Overview

Valeo is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving Christian global workers through preventative and restorative mental health services. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Director to lead our organization in achieving its mission and ensuring financial sustainability through effective fundraising strategies, growth, and development.

The ideal candidate could be described as someone who:

• Excels at raising money from diverse sources for a charity or nonprofit.
• Networks well with other agencies to offer services and share resources, participating in global collaboration.
• Understands the needs of both their team and the clients they serve.
• Loves Jesus and people as much as they love accomplishing goals.
• Values excellence, always looking for ways to improve their work.
• Ensures the team stays focused on the most important aspects of the ministry.
• Expects professionalism as well as enjoys and encourages lightheartedness in the workplace.

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Set annual goals and strategies.
• Ensure staff is empowered, appreciated, and connected.
• Set an annual budget with the Board.
• Ensure goals of intakes, sessions, and client outcomes are met.
• Maintain existing and develop new donor relationships.
• Maintain legal and ethical compliance.
• Lead regular staff meetings and participate in planned Board of Directors meetings.
• Maintain relationships with referral sources to ensure ongoing successful partnerships.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Oversee all services and ministries to ensure that they are in alignment with Valeo's mission and goals.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to determine organizational priorities, financial goals, and ensure effective governance.
• Work together with the Valeo leadership team to prioritize and execute the ongoing objectives of the ministry.

Funding Development

• Create, implement, and manage a robust fundraising strategy that addresses short and long term financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit funding from diverse sources, including foundations, corporations, individual donors, and grants.
• Lead efforts in grant writing, proposal development, and reporting to funders.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships.

Financial Management

• Maintain fiscal accountability by forecasting and reviewing revenue and expense budgets ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.
• Provide financial reporting to the Board of Directors, detailing financial position, fundraising initiatives, and status.

Missions Community Engagement

• Serve as the primary spokesperson for Valeo, representing the organization at events, meetings, and conferences.
• Enhance Valeo's visibility through strategic marketing initiatives, social media engagement, and public relations efforts.

Team Leadership

• Lead a high-performing team dedicated to fulfilling Valeo's mission.
• Foster a positive organizational culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
• Effectively engage both the local and remote teammates, promoting cohesion and support within and across the team.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in senior management roles within non-profit organizations, with a strong emphasis on fundraising.
• Proven track record of successfully securing funding from diverse sources.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with various audiences.
• Sound understanding of financial management principles and experience managing budgets.
• Ability to build relationships with donors, community and ministry partners, and stakeholders.

Expected Skills, Qualifications, and Spiritual Posture

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in telehealth services or mental health advocacy is a plus.
• Aligns with Valeo's statement of faith, mission, vision, and core values.
• Seasoned and grounded spiritual life; member in good standing at a local church.