Executive Director

About Hope Creates.
Our mission is to empower youth and adults in recovery from, or at risk of, Substance Use Disorder to stay sober by engaging in the expressive arts and a vibrant and creative sober community.OUR VALUESCourageous Creativity.
The transformative power of the expressive arts and the thrill that comes from expressing our unique creativity.Solidarity in Sobriety.
The support of our sober members who understand what we have experienced, empathize, and use art to make sobriety more fun than addiction.Vibrant Community.
The sense of connection and commitment we receive from our diverse and creative sober community.Screaming Fun.
The laughter and fun we share experimenting with diverse mediums and the pure joy of creating new things.For more information, visit hopecreates.org.The Executive Director Position (Full-Time, Hybrid - St.
Louis, Mo.)Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for Hope Creates' staff, programs, expansion, and execution of its mission.
S/He will initially develop deep knowledge of core programs, operations, fundraising, board development, cultivation of partnerships, business plans, and the donor base.
The person in this position should have knowledge and experience with how the arts can transform individuals and communities, particularly those in recovery from - or at risk of - Substance Use Disorder.RESPONSIBILITIESLeadership & ManagementResponsible for quality business management of finances, fundraising, communications, and systems.Responsible for programmatic excellence through the oversight of the Program Director and Program Administrative Manager.Recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve the strategic goals.Develop, maintain, and support a strong board of directors.Seek and build board involvement with strategic direction for ongoing local operations and potential regional expansion.Lead, coach, develop, and retain Hope Creates' high-performance team.Oversee effective systems to track scaling progress and regularly evaluate program components.Measure successes that can be effectively communicated to the board, funders, and other constituents.FinanceOversee all financials and serve as the staff liaison for the Finance Committee.Expand local revenue-generating and fundraising activities to support existing program operations and regional expansion.Work with the board to acquire new sources of revenue through donors and grantors.Fundraising & CommunicationsIn partnership with the board, create an annual development plan for successful fundraising.Serve as the staff liaison for the Marketing Committee to deepen and refine all aspects of communications.Use external presence and relationships to garner new opportunities.Planning & New BusinessDesign the regional expansion and complete the strategic business planning process for program expansion.Build collaborations in new markets, establishing relationships with funders and community leaders.Publish and communicate program results with an emphasis on local program successes.QualificationsThe ED will be thoroughly committed to Hope Creates' mission.
All candidates should have proven leadership, coaching, and relationship management experience.
Concrete demonstrable experience and other qualifications include:
Advanced degree, ideally an MBA, with 5-7 years of senior management experience, preferably in non-profits.Track record of effectively leading and scaling a performance- and outcomes-based organization.Ability to point to specific examples of having developed and operationalized strategies for organizational growth.Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation.Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach, manage, and develop high-performance teams.Past success working with a board of directors and cultivating relationships.Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience.Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.Action-oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to business planning.Experienced in building collaborations with diverse groups.Mission-driven and self-directed.SalaryThe salary range for this position is between $80,000 and $90,000, based on candidate experience.
Unfortunately, there is no relocation assistance for this position.LocationThis is a hybrid position open to residents of the St.
Louis region.
Candidates must be willing to come into the office to manage and meet with staff, partners, donors, and Board members regularly.Physical RequirementsAssisting with local community events involves the capacity to lift 30 lbs.
and the ability to stand for up to five hours at a time.How to ApplyM Consulting Group is managing the search process.
Interested candidates should submit a resume to ***, with the subject line Hope Creates ED Position, before January 31, 2025.The Interview ProcessThe interview process will consist of a Zoom screening and two rounds of interviews.
An offer is expected to be extended to the final candidate in March 2025.Hope Creates is an equal-opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees as required by law.
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