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Overview

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

NELCWITs mission is to work within the community to build safety, justice, and dignity for all. Working in Franklin County and the North Quabbin region, we offer shelter referrals, crisis intervention, counseling, education/prevention, advocacy, a childrens visitation program and economic empowerment initiatives to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse of all genders. As an antiracist, multicultural organization, NELCWIT joins with and mobilizes other groups and individuals working to end domestic violence and sexual abuse, ensure human rights, and create social change. NELCWIT is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Direct service employees are members of the local SEIU.

OVERARCHING ROLE AND BACKGROUND
NELCWIT has a shared leadership structure which requires trust, equal voice, and compromise. Together two Co-Executive Directors (Co-EDs) will make decisions regarding the overall operations, finance, resource development and program management. Additionally, you will serve a more specialized role as Co-ED of Operations, Finance & Administration. The Co-Executive Directors roles are:

Co-Executive Director of Operations, Finance & Administration (as posted here)

Co-Executive Director of Programs

Aligned with this collaborative leadership approach, there are shared responsibilities within both Co- Executive Director roles. This leadership model is designed as a supportive and accountable partnership. The other Co-Executive Director and the NELCWIT Board of Directors will provide a high level of support.

The majority of this roles time is dedicated to operations, finance, and administration. There are key responsibilities, high goals, and expectations within this role, specifically in financial management and administrative oversight. This position is responsible for the organizations financial strength and ability to serve Franklin County and the North Quabbin region.

SCOPE OF WORK: Under the general supervision of the NELCWIT Board of Directors, the Co-Executive Directors are responsible for the overall leadership and management of the organization. Your leadership includes overseeing planning, oversight and supervisory duties related to the following NELCWIT operations: Financial Management, Administration, Grants & Contract Management, Human Resources, Development, Communications, Community Relations, Outreach, Collaborations, and Facilities.

Together the Co-EDs will lead, coach, and develop a high performance team, ensure programmatic excellence, and foster a collaborative and professional work environment. Additionally, they plan, organize, and direct the day-to-day programmatic and fiscal functioning, working with staff, contractors, the Board and volunteers to implement the strategic goals of the organization. The Co-EDs will also lead the ongoing anti-racism process for the organization.

The Co-EDs will provide the Board of Directors with monthly updates on key issues affecting the organization and will attend regularly scheduled Board and staff meetings.

Reports to: The NELCWIT Board of Directors

Supervises: Paid staff, contractors, consultants, and volunteers as appropriate

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide strategic and direct management of overall operations for program services (as outlined above), and implementation of the organizations long-term plans
Oversee all finance and accounting functions including working with Finance staff and contractors handling bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and annual audit process
Develop and manage the organizations budget and financial strategies and cash flow projections
Monitor expenditures; identify, analyze and address variances
Manage state and other contracts
Implement appropriate system improvements, policies, procedures and audit recommendations
In collaboration with the other Co-ED, financial contractors, program directors and managers, ensure adequate financial resources and fiscal strength to support effective program delivery and successful community and regional partnerships
Lead fundraising and resource development strategies and activities
In collaboration with the other Co-ED, Contract & Grants Manager, program directors and managers oversee compliance with all state and federal contracts and funding guidelines
Oversee Human Resources, ensuring the employee handbook, policies and procedures are up to date
Ensure adequate staffing in accordance with the unions Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), program budgets and personnel policies (including hiring, training, staff development and evaluation)
Ensure agency compliance with unions Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), work to maintain positive relations with union, serve on the negotiation team.
Develop and steward relationships with NELCWIT partners, funders, and supporters
Work with staff, the Board and its Development Committee to support fundraising efforts and strategies (grants, special events, individual giving, etc.) and expand revenue opportunities
Lead and support the ongoing anti-racism process for the organization
Represent NELCWIT in the community and with the media. Build vibrant community partnerships and serve on appropriate interagency committees with grassroots activist/coalitions, policy makers and community leaders
In partnership with the Board of Directors and the Co-ED of Programs, chart strategy and leverage resources for the continued development of the organization and its staff
Attend Board meetings and report on program status, successes, challenges, and any needed support
Other duties as assigned by the NELCWIT Board of Directors