Regional Executive Director

4 weeks ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Positively Partners Full time
Job Description

Leadership and Strategic Vision

The Regional Executive Director will lead all aspects of Reach Out and Read in Iowa and Nebraska, primarily responsible for fundraising, strategic planning, fiscal management, and elevating Reach Out and Read's brand. This role requires a results-oriented, collaborative, and entrepreneurial professional with a strong track record of leadership and management.

Fundraising and Development

The Regional Executive Director will lead all fundraising efforts, securing support from foundations, corporations, governments, and individuals. They will cultivate understanding within the organization that philanthropy is critical to the mission and set and achieve assertive development goals by identifying opportunities for long-term sustainability and growth within Iowa and Nebraska.

Strategy and Partnerships

The Regional Executive Director will develop and implement strategic goals for long-term sustainability and growth within Iowa and Nebraska. They will engage and grow an Advisory Board of committed individuals to support and expand Reach Out and Read services. They will also collaborate with the National Director of Programs to set priorities for site support and program growth.

Operations and Finance

The Regional Executive Director will administer the annual budget and manage monthly finances, partnering with the national finance team for fiscal planning. They will oversee the allocation of books to program sites, balancing program needs and grant funding. They will also ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, maintaining official records and documents.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of progressive leadership and management skills, including excellent organization, project management, and time-management skills, with attention to detail and follow-through. They will have strong interpersonal and public communications skills, including effective public speaking experience and excellent writing ability. They will also have proven fundraising experience with demonstrated success at donor cultivation and stewardship, and grants procurement and management.

Commitment to Diversity

Reach Out and Read is committed to building an organization that embraces diversity, pursues equity, and fosters an environment of inclusion. The Regional Executive Director will play a critical role in advancing this commitment and ensuring that the organization's work is inclusive and equitable.



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