Summary

Description

The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive officer of the YWCA of Lewiston-Clarkston and is responsible for advancing the YWCA's mission through organizational leadership, community partnerships, advocacy, and program development.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED leads organizational strategy, fundraising, communications, and board engagement to ensure long-term organizational sustainability, including strategic planning, talent development, succession planning, and risk management.
This role is accountable for implementing the organization’s strategic plan, with a particular focus on strengthening fundraising capacity, elevating communications and visibility, and building an engaged, high-performing board.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership and Mission Advancement

Ensure all programs, services, and initiatives align with the YWCA mission and strategic priorities.
Lead the implementation and ongoing refinement of the YWCA’s strategic plan with the Board and staff.
Cultivate and maintain a professional and respectful organizational culture that attracts, motivates, supports, and retains high quality employees and volunteers who are committed to the YWCA’s vision, mission, and values.
Build and maintain strong, cooperative relationships with applicable agencies, policy makers, donors, foundations, and community.
Serve as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for the organization with community partners, public officials, funders, and relevant regional and national networks.

Fundraising and Resource Development

Lead and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to diversify revenue streams.
Expand grant and foundation partnerships, including overseeing grant submissions and reporting.
Cultivate and steward major donors and key funding relationships.
Partner with the Board to increase participation in fundraising activities and campaigns.
Assess organizational readiness for future capital campaign opportunities and develop recommendations for board consideration.

Fiscal Management

Develop and implement an annual organization budget.
Effect responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
Ensure effective financial management systems, including budgeting, cash flow oversight, payroll administration, financial reporting, and annual audits.
Maintain an effective system of controls to account for all receipts and expenditures.
Conduct timely and accurate financial reporting to the Board and support the Board's fiduciary oversight responsibilities.

Program and Operational Leadership

Maintain and develop programs in line with the mission and objectives of YWCA and the needs of the local community.
Supervise a management team of mid-level employees who may supervise additional staff and volunteers, some of whom work off-site.
Build and develop a strong leadership team capable of advancing organizational goals and ensuring operational excellence.
Measure and analyze efforts providing ongoing training and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.

Board Partnership and Governance

Prepare monthly reports regarding the status of the organization, including finance, staffing, and program accomplishments for the Board.
Provide the Board with an annual operational plan for strategic elements to be delivered that fiscal year.
Support effective board governance, the development of strategic plans, committee engagement, recruitment, development, orientation and onboarding.
Monitor significant legislative and regulatory developments affecting the organization and advise the Board regarding implications and strategic responses.
Collaborate with the Board to plan for the organization’s future and oversee the development of staff workplans to accomplish these goals.

Community Relations and Communication

Promote awareness of the YWCA mission, programs, impact, and advocacy priorities.
Assess the needs of the community and provide programs that align with the YWCA mission.
Perform public relations activities on behalf of the YWCA, including speaking engagements, media coverage, and community education.
Communicate YWCA program and legislative priorities to staff and Board.
Ensure effective grant management, compliance, and reporting systems and provide regular updates to the Board regarding major funding opportunities and risks.

Compliance and Best Practices

Maintain strong commitment to professional and ethical standards, including confidentiality and boundaries.
Ensure program compliance with grant and licensing requirements.
Monitor compliance with YWCA Membership agreement.
Ensure compliance with local, Idaho and Federal laws, and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of the YWCA.
Demonstrated success securing and growing philanthropic, grant, corporate, and community-based revenue.
Strong fiscal management and budgeting experience.
Experience working with and supporting a governing board.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant leadership experience.
Five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in nonprofit, public sector, or mission-driven organizations.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Growth in total funds raised and diversification of revenue.
Increase in donor base and retention rates.
Expansion of community visibility and engagement metrics.
Strengthen board participation and governance outcomes.
Progress against strategic plan goals and milestones.
Employee retention and engagement
Program outcomes and impact measures
Financial health indicators (operating reserve, budget performance, program expense ratios)

COMPENSATION:

Salary $85,000+ DOE, competitive benefits include health/dental, paid annual leave, and retirement.
Submit cover letter and resume to Board@ywcaidaho.org

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