The mission of Children’s Health Foundation is to advance preventive and integrative health initiatives that benefit the mind, body, and spirit of children. The Foundation aims to create systemic change in schools and communities to ensure school safety, prevent childhood obesity, and reduce stress-related pathologies in children.
President & CEO Position Overview
The President & CEO oversees and conducts all agency activities. The President & CEO, in consultation with the Board, is responsible for developing a clear strategy for the Children’s Health Foundation’s activities and executing those activities.
The President & CEO:
§ Provides direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization’s philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives.
§ Implements the strategic goals and objectives of the organization.
§ Develops and maintains outstanding relationships with partnering organizations locally, regionally, and nationally.
§ With the Chair of the Board, enables the Board to fulfill its governance function.
The President & CEO’s primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Partner with the Board of Directors and staff to establish the Children’ Health Foundation’s strategic direction and develop plans and priorities that maximize its ability to achieve its mission.
- Lead and manage activities to implement strategic plans, goals and operating priorities; measure and report goal achievement; evaluate results and revise strategies as necessary.
- Identify opportunities for growth and increased impact; partner with the Board in developing and implementing actions needed to achieve growth objectives.
- Ensure that the Children’s Health Foundation operations are consistent with its governing documents, are conducted in an ethical manner, and are true to its mission.
- Ensure that resources are well-managed to effectively support current operations and strategic plans.
- Identify needs for organization or policy change and manage change processes effectively.
· Establish clear fundraising strategies, annual goals, and detailed revenue development plans.
· Participate actively in implementing fundraising strategy and tactics.
· Engage personally with donors; cultivate strong relationships with foundations, major donors, and corporations. Develop an understanding of the power of investing in the Foundation among donors and supporters.
· Identify and develop any other sources of revenue or fee generating services that provide long term financial sustainability for the Foundation.
· Provide strategic leadership for capital or other long term fundraising campaigns when needed.
· Responsible for identifying specific program components and identifying partner organizations through which programs can be implemented.
· Oversee implementation activities of all programs.
· Monitor regular evaluation of programs and oversee changes to content as needed.
· Develop protocols for incubating new programs, evaluating their long-term viability, and turning them over to providers for ongoing management.
· Maintain strong understanding of current trends in children’s health and wellness and identify new opportunities from regional and national sources to address childhood health issues in Colorado.
· Responsible for program follow-up and partner success.
· Represent the Children’s Health Foundation in local, regional, and national communities and school districts.
· Communicate the vision and strategy of the organization in a compelling manner to a wide variety of audiences and constituents.
· Proactively seek out and build strategic relationships with complementary organizations to support substantial growth and delivery of new programs.
· Interact effectively with government representatives at different levels in multiple counties and municipalities across Colorado.
· Build strong relationships with school district leaders and public health officials across the state.
Financial, Facilities, Staff & Risk Management
· Has good knowledge of the basics of financial management and demonstrated ability to manage substantial budget.
· Establish effective internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting and monitoring.
· Manage organizational risks effectively, minimizing legal and financial liabilities.
· Ensure the Children’s Health Foundation complies with all regulated filings and other regulatory requirements.
· Develop and implement effective staff management policies and practices.
· Oversee management of the Children’s Health Foundation office.
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure that the Children’s Health Foundation attracts, motivates and retains members of its Board of Directors who effectively fulfill their governance responsibilities and are committed to achieve the Foundation’s mission.
- Understand and support the role of the Board; ensure on-going development of the Board to improve the effectiveness of members continuously.
- Provide strong staff support and regular operational and financial data to the Board.
- Use the time and talents of Board members effectively to advance the mission of the organization.
OTHER DUTIES AS REQUESTED BY THE BOARD AND REQUIRED FOR ORGANIZATION OPERATIONS.
· Strategic, results-oriented leader with proven ability to translate strategies into measurable operating plans and objectives. Proven experience in helping organizations grow and develop new levels of effectiveness and impact.
· Strong, effective leadership, management, and organizational skills; proven commitment to high performance and accountability.
· Demonstrated commitment to the Children’s Health Foundation mission. Knowledge of school systems, school nutrition, or the public health issues related to childhood obesity preferred.
· Experience in working with a governing board and other volunteers to achieve goals.
· Significant experience in nonprofit fundraising and building relationships with donors.
· Proven experience in developing long term relationships with partnering organizations.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, excellent public speaker.
· Experience in working with government officials and knowledge of how to negotiate effectively with public officials in diverse areas.
· Strong understanding of budgets and issues that impact financial results.
· Strong commitment to serving various stakeholders.
· Proactive and collaborative; multi-culturally sensitive and aware.
· Decisive and willing to take risks appropriately.
· Identifies opportunities and pursues them, takes initiative.
· Highly adaptable and resilient; focuses on possibilities and opportunities.
· Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business or management; advanced degree preferred.
· Willing to travel around Colorado and nationally as needed.
· Willing to locate in the Roaring Fork Valley; this includes Carbondale, Aspen, Rifle, Basalt, Glenwood Springs, or other adjacent communities.
