Executive Director at Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson's Foundation (ADPF)

Job Summary

• As the Executive Director of the Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson's Foundation, you will hold comprehensive strategic and operational responsibility for the organization. This pivotal role involves overseeing all facets of the Foundation's operations, including programs, finances, staff management, and the meticulous execution of its core mission.
• You will be instrumental in driving strategic planning initiatives, spearheading fundraising efforts, and cultivating robust relationships with key stakeholders to ensure the achievement of the Foundation's overarching goals and objectives.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Leadership & Management:

• Program Excellence and Evaluation: Ensure the highest standards of program excellence, implement rigorous program evaluation methodologies, and maintain consistent quality across finance, administration, fundraising, communications, and systems. Recommend strategic timelines and resource allocation necessary to achieve the Foundation's strategic goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Actively engage a diverse group of stakeholders, including the internal team, dedicated volunteers, board members (Trustees, Governing, and Advisory Boards), event committees, partnering organizations, and crucial funders. Foster a collaborative and motivated environment.
• Board Support and Strategic Direction: Provide comprehensive support to the
• Board of Trustees, Governing Board, and Advisory Board. Serve as an ex-officio member on each committee, actively seeking and building board involvement.
• Provide strategic direction for both ongoing local operations and the planned national rollout of initiatives.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, coach, develop, and retain a high-performance management team. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and accountability within the leadership structure.
• Performance Tracking and Communication: Establish and maintain effective systems to meticulously track scaling progress.
• Regularly evaluate program components to measure successes and outcomes, ensuring these achievements are effectively and transparently communicated to the board,
• funders, and other key constituents.

Fundraising & Communications:

• Revenue Generation and Expansion: Engage in robust local and international revenue-generating activities and fundraising initiative
• These efforts are critical to support existing program operations and facilitate the strategic expansion of the Foundation's reach and impact.

Communication Refinement and Brand Building:

• Deepen and refine all aspects of the Foundation's communications strategy, ranging from enhancing its web presence to strengthening external relations.
• The ultimate goal is to cultivate and project a strong, consistent, and impactful brand identity.

Opportunity Cultivation:

• Leverage external presence, networks, and relationships to identify and garner new opportunities for partnerships, funding, and programmatic growth.

Planning & New Business:

• Expansion Design and Strategic Planning: Design the local/regional expansion strategy for the Foundation.
• This includes completing the strategic business planning process specifically for the expansion of the reach of our programs, ensuring sustainable growth and impact.

Partnership and Relationship Building:

• Proactively build and nurture strategic partnerships.
• Establish strong relationships with key funders, political leaders, and community leaders to foster collaboration and support for the Foundation's mission.

External Presence and Program Communication:

• Maintain a prominent external local, national, and international presence.
• This involves actively publishing and communicating program results, with a particular emphasis on highlighting the successes and positive impact of the Foundation's programs.
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Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree is required, a Master's degree or equivalent advanced degree in Non-profit Management, Public Health, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 5-7 years in senior management or executive role within a non-profit organization, preferably in the health or medical research sector.
• Proven track record of successful fundraising, including securing grants from foundations, corporate sponsorships, and major individual gifts.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, program development, and financial management of organizations with budgets of similar scope.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors/Trustees, with a clear understanding of governance best practices.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strategic Vision & Leadership: Exceptional strategic thinking abilities with a proven capacity to translate vision into actionable plans and tangible results. Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate staff, board members, and external stakeholders.
• Fundraising Acumen: Deep understanding of diverse fundraising strategies and donor cultivation. Ability to identify, solicit, and steward major donors and institutional funders.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities. Strong interpersonal skills
• with the capacity to build rapport and effective relationships with a wide range of individuals and organizations.
• Operational & Financial Management: Solid understanding of non-profit financial management, budgeting, and compliance. Ability to oversee complex operations efficiently and effectively.
• Program Development & Evaluation: Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating programs, ensuring their effectiveness and alignment with the Foundation's mission.
• Advocacy & External Relations: Demonstrated ability to represent an organization effectively to external audiences, including media, policymakers, and community leaders.
• Experience in advocacy and public relations is a significant asset.
• Team Building & Development: Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high- performing teams. Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining a positive outlook.
• Passion for Mission: Genuine passion for the mission of the Adewunmi Desalu
• Parkinson's Foundation and a commitment to improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease.