Sep 9th, 2024
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
About the Organization
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is a leading healthcare nonprofit organization like no other. For decades, we have been taking major steps and pioneering new ways to advance the mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives by funding research and drug development, partnering with the CF community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care.
We are the global leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis and nearly every CF drug and therapy available today was made possible because of CF Foundation support. We did this not only for the close to 40,000 people living in the U.S. with CF – and the estimated 105,000 people worldwide – but for the people with CF and families who have worked tirelessly to support the mission.
These achievements have required dedication and unwavering commitment from a talented team of CF Foundation employees. We promote an environment that attracts -- and retains -- a diverse group of talented people who are passionate about eradicating this disease . Join us and you will join an amazing team, devoted to our community, and our mission.
Job Description
Position Description
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CF Foundation) and its employees embrace their commitment to its core values. These core values are the pillars on which the CF Foundation stand and will continue to sustain us as we move forward.
- Keep sight of what really matters: Our decisions are based on what is best for people with cystic fibrosis and their families.
- Aspire for excellence in all we do: We take pride in our work. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- Stronger together: We collaborate and work together so that we can learn more and achieve more.
- Innovate with courage: We embrace challenges. We reach beyond boundaries in pursuit of our vision.
- Care about our people: We deeply care about each other and all who support our shared mission. We listen with respect. We support one another.
We are a nonprofit, donor-supported organization that has raised and invested billions of dollars to help develop cystic fibrosis therapies that have changed the lives of people with this disease. Nearly every CF medicine available today was made possible because of Foundation support.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Area Director provides strategic leadership and direction for their chapter and assigned chapters in implementing the team's strategic, operational, and annual revenue plans to ensure the successful achievement of the region's financial goals and growth. This position leads and facilitates collaboration, communication, staff and volunteer development, and supports assigned chapters to further the organization's overall goals. The Area Director will champion change in support of the Foundation's strategic plan and overall mission.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide strategic leadership guidance and direction for assigned chapters in collaboration with the Senior Director, Field Management (SDFM) and chapter leaders, ensuring the overall financial and programmatic regional goals are met.
- Provide leadership and direction in implementing the team's revenue goals and operational budgets of assigned chapters based on market potential, including the execution of fundraising campaigns, national priorities, and programming initiatives.
- Responsible for overall development and management of staff and volunteers in fundraising, event, and program execution for all chapter locations within the team. Utilizes effective management techniques in the selection, supervision, monitoring, evaluation, and training of staff to achieve organizational objectives and provides management expertise, coaching, mentoring, and succession planning for all positions.
- Effectively resolve issues with staff, volunteers, and donors in partnership with the SDFM, HR Business Partner, Individual Giving Officer, and other national partners as appropriate for their chapter and assigned chapters.
- Fosters innovation in launching new programs, increasing volunteer engagement, executing revenue generation, and provides leadership for change management throughout their assigned chapters, including virtual and hybrid programs and event engagement opportunities.
- Recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, volunteers, community members, and donors in their chapter and assigned team.
- Remain knowledgeable about market potential and recommend and implement short and long-term goals to effectively lead assigned chapters in partnership with the Individual Giving Officer, SDFM, and other team leaders to maximize individual giving efforts within the market.
- Ensure that education about CFF programs and initiatives for volunteers, donors, prospective volunteers, and other community members are ongoing and current.
- Ensure people with CF and families are informed about CFF Community Voice, CFF COMPASS, care centers, cff.org, and other key resources.
- Communicate and ensure adherence to CFF infection prevention and control policies and legislative issues through a volunteer network, e-communication, social media, and at CFF programs and events.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Four-year college degree required or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
- Minimum of 12 years of related non-profit experience and seven years of staff management/supervisory or leadership experience, including prior experience coaching, supervising, directing, and developing staff or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
- Demonstrated leadership, including strong collaboration across other departments, chapters, regions, and with volunteers.
- Demonstrated successes in financial ability to efficiently and effectively run a book of business.
- Strong interpersonal skills, embraces diversity and models the values of the organization.
- Demonstrated success in inspiring staff and volunteers, possesses strong emotional intelligence, and professional experience.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and keep organized to ensure timely and accurate work.
- Demonstrated strong initiative and follow-through in sound and accurate judgment with the ability to support and explain the reasoning for decisions.
- Strong professional ethics, which include approaching others in a tactful manner.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, ClearView, BI reporting, Zoom, and Workday.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports to the Senior Director, Field Management.
- Manages assigned chapter staff, including Executive Directors.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature.
- Work nights and weekends as necessary to attend meetings and events.
- Must have access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events at different locations.
- Use of computer required.
- Some heavy lifting may be required.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days or until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply promptly if interested.
Total Rewards: The CF Foundation is committed to offering competitive compensation (base pay and incentive), benefits, and professional development opportunities that maximize our ability to recruit, retain, reward, and motivate a highly-qualified and diverse workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous time-off and leave policies; a holistic well-being program; health savings and flexible spending accounts; employer-provided life and disability insurance; retirement savings benefits; and a variety of work-life benefits to support employees and their family members.
The CF Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to being an employer of choice, not just a good place to work, but a great and inclusive place to work. We strive to recruit and maintain a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, physical or mental disability, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, genetic information or testing, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or any characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations: The CF Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at HROps@cff.org.