President & CEO

3 weeks ago

Arlington Virginia, Arlington County, VA, United States Animal Welfare League of Arlington Full time

About the President & CEO position

AWLA seeks a leader, fundraiser, community builder, and animal welfare advocate to lead an exciting period of growth. A new President & CEO will engage, connect, and build meaningful relationships with staff, the Board of Directors, volunteers, government officials, community partners, and donors in Arlington, Virginia, and beyond. In collaboration with these stakeholders, the new leader will oversee strategic initiatives aimed at driving growth and innovation, while expanding AWLA's strategic vision and impact. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will manage a team of talented and dedicated professionals, including:

  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Director of Development
  • Director of Finance & Administration
  • Director of Human Resources

The ideal candidate is an authentic, dynamic, and visionary leader who embraces diverse perspectives. We are seeking an inclusive leader, known for listening first, motivating, empowering others, and inspiring donors and key stakeholders. The candidate will excel in building and sustaining trust while maintaining a sharp focus on organizational strategy, performance, and operations.

The incoming President & CEO will have the opportunity to capitalize on AWLA’s rich 80-year history while spearheading innovative strategies to propel the organization into a new era of impact and expansion. They will champion animal welfare, creativity, innovation, and expand a generous donor base while overseeing the next phase of growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

STRATEGY AND LEADERSHIP

  • Collaborate with the Board to provide vision and direction for program, policy, and organizational growth.
  • Support Board activities and assist in Board recruitment and engagement efforts.

FUNDRAISING

  • Collaborate with the Board and development team to secure new donors. Maintain donor relationships and innovate fundraising efforts to enhance financial stability, including major gifts and planned giving programs.
  • Lead the development of capital campaigns, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to meet financial objectives. In conjunction with the Board and Development Director, help to secure funding for any campaigns

DEI AND TEAM MANAGEMENT

  • Foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace through policy implementation and DEI training initiatives. Support continuous learning and development opportunities for staff and volunteers.
  • Ensure clear communication of decisions impacting staff and the organization. Develop and implement procedures for effective management, administrative practices, and fiscal responsibility.
  • Uphold professional standards and practices, leading by example to foster staff development aligned with AWLA’s vision.

ACCOUNTABILITY AND OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

  • Oversee AWLA’s budget and strategic plan to ensure fiscal integrity and effective capital allocation.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness and community needs to establish short-range objectives and plans. Research potential programs in consultation with staff to enhance AWLA’s impact.
  • Drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices and fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency.
  • Standardize processes across the organization to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure consistency.

PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH

  • Act as AWLA’s spokesperson, promoting its goals and mission to a diverse set of stakeholders. Represent AWLA locally, regionally, and nationally.
  • Collaborate with Arlington County staff to fulfill the county contract requirements.

Your qualifications

The AWLA Search Committee’s ideal candidate meets the criteria listed below:

  • Substantial executive leadership experience with a strong track record of organizational growth, ideally in a senior role
  • Proven track record in fundraising, including donor cultivation and gift solicitation. Experience leading capital campaigns is preferred
  • Passion, empathy, and a demonstrated commitment to the mission of AWLA
  • Experience overseeing essential executive functions such as strategy, finance (including managing budgets of $5+ million), operations, communications, and fundraising, preferably in a non-profit setting
  • Demonstrated history of leading teams and fostering an organization rooted in a compassionate culture
  • Experience in driving continuous improvement, standardizing processes, and enhancing operational effectiveness to ensure efficiency and consistency
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences and uphold organizational relationships
  • Ability to welcome and respect multiple perspectives and groups

Desirables:

  • Familiarity with Arlington County, Northern Virginia and/or D.C. Metropolitan area
  • Experience in animal welfare and open admission humane society or animal control fields
  • Experience creating, reviewing and analyzing financial statement, financial disclosures and audits
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