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Job Description:
The Animal Defense League of Texas seeks a highly qualified, professional leader to serve as its Chief Executive Officer. The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the strategic processes and operations of the organization that result in pet adoptions that save the lives of homeless and abandoned companion animals (dogs and cats) in San Antonio, managing and retaining an experienced and talented staff, and overseeing a current fiscal budget of approximately $ 7 million. Demonstrated accomplishments in fundraising, financial management, and budgetary oversight are required. Experience leading a successful capital campaign for a non-profit organization and animal industry experience is desired. The candidate must advocate for animal welfare and humane treatment and build strategic relationships with municipal animal welfare organizations and collaborate with national and local organizations regarding animal care and welfare concerns.
Responsibilities:
The CEO will report to the ADL Board of Directors. The responsibilities and duties associated with this role include:
Fundraising and financial management:
- Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure financial support from individual donors, corporate sponsors, grants, and other funding sources.
- Cultivate relationships with donors and stakeholders, including maintaining ongoing communication and stewardship efforts.
- Ensure the organization's financial stability through sound financial management practices, budget oversight, and fiscal accountability.
- Direct engagement in critical initiatives such as the ADL Capital Campaign to replace aging infrastructure, binding contracts, and grant requests.
- Assure the maintenance of an effective system of internal control
Leadership and Strategic Planning:
- Provide visionary leadership, establish organizational goals, and develop long-term strategic plans to advance the organization's mission and objectives.
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors to define the organization's direction and ensure alignment with its values and strategic priorities.
- Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives and monitor progress toward goals.
- Managing the impact and performance of the organization (or lack thereof) and providing regular communication and performance data to the Board.
- Development and updating of the organization's business plan and key strategies aligned with short-term and long-term objectives.
- Setting clear operational and financial goals aligned with the organization's strategic plan and vision and making necessary changes to address environmental variables.
Advocacy and Public Relations:
- Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate for the organization's mission, raising public awareness and promoting the organization's initiatives.
- Building and sustaining outward-facing, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders such as municipal leaders, community leaders, other animal welfare organizations, donors, media, the general public, and volunteers.
- Represent the organization in public forums, conferences, and other relevant events to advance its goals and influence animal welfare policies.
Organizational Culture and Team Development:
- Foster a positive organizational culture that values teamwork, collaboration, transparency, and a shared commitment to animal welfare.
- Recruit, hire, and retain qualified staff members, providing mentorship, professional development opportunities, and performance feedback.
- Encourage a culture of learning, continuous improvement, and innovation within the organization.
Governance and Board Relations:
- Work closely with the Board of Directors, providing regular updates on organizational activities, financial performance, and strategic direction.
- Collaborate with the board to recruit and onboard new members, ensuring a diverse and effective governing body.
- Support the board in governance matters, including policy development, board meetings, and committee activities.
Operations management:
- Maintain a high-performing team and providing leadership to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provide oversight for the organization's day-to-day operations and guiding the direction and future strategy of the organization in coordination with the board.
- Develop and manage the annual budget, ensuring financial sustainability and effective resource allocation.
- Establish and maintain organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Ensuring prudent use of all assets, including facility, people, and goodwill.
Program Development and Evaluation:
- Oversee developing and implementing programs and initiatives that align with the organization's mission and address key animal welfare issues.
- Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making data-driven decisions to improve outcomes and maximize impact.
- Foster innovation and adaptability to respond to emerging animal welfare challenges and opportunities.
Qualifications:
- At least ten (10) years of proven professional, managerial leadership experience with a non-profit organization ($ 6 M annual revenue or greater) or commercial (community-based small business) of $10M annual revenue or greater. Experience working in the animal welfare industry is strongly preferred.
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and a master's degree in business with operational/supply chain focus strongly preferred.
- Experience in working with large, complex budgets ($6 + million); ability to make difficult budgetary and operational decisions to support organizational goals and sustainability
- Experience running fundraising initiatives of $10 Million or greater using proper financial compliance/management.
- Knowledge of volunteer recruitment and how to get individuals involved for the organization's success.
- Excellent communicator who uses concise, easy-to-understand language to help staff and employees understand how their roles and responsibilities impact the organization.
- Collaborator with staff, key stakeholders, and board to understand constituent needs and collectively work toward mutually beneficial solutions.
- Attentive listener with an open mind and innovation mindset.
- Approachability and transparency – success in achieving results through others and building a high-performing team and culture
- Ethical role model for staff, employees, board, volunteers, and community. Experience building a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability.
- Knowledge of the San Antonio municipal structure and community culture is strongly preferred.
Local Travel Required:
40% of time in building outward-facing relationships and participating in community meetings and activities.
Compensation:
Animal Defense League offers a competitive benefits package. Overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience, and education.
Salary Range:
$150,000 – $200,000
Animal Defense League is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application for this role does not guarantee a job offer.
Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Candidate information will not be discussed or released outside of the ADL organization without the candidate's written consent and approval.
