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Lay Mission-Helpers Association seeks an Executive Director to lead the oldest lay mission sending organization in the United States into the future.

Immediate opening

The Executive Director works in partnership with the board and the staff to provide leadership and direction toward the achievement of the Lay Mission-Helper organization’s mission, vision and strategic plan. The Executive Director implements policies approved by the board, manages the organization’s programs and operations, and represents the organization in the community—to ensure growth, financial stability and respect as a Catholic lay mission organization. Reports to: LMH Board of Directors

Major Functions:

1. Board administration and support. Supports operations and administration of Board by advising and informing, interfacing between Board and staff, and with the President, develops board/executive committee agendas.

2. Program and Service Delivery. Oversees design, modifications, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs and services.

3. Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management. Conducts financial analysis, analyzing trends and engaging the Board in strategic financial planning. Develops yearly budget with staff, and recommends it for Board approval. Prudently manages organization’s resources according to current laws and regulations.

4. Human Resource Management. Effectively manages the LMH staff, including the ongoing revision of personnel policies approved by the Board and manages the staff performance reviews.

5. Community and Public Relations. Assures that the LMH mission, programs and services are consistently presented in strong positive image to relevant stakeholders. Builds positive relationships with partner organizations, Catholic church leaders, LMH veterans, media and others.

6. Fundraising. Leads fundraising efforts, including supporting the Board’s involvement in fundraising, personally cultivating and soliciting donors, supervising development staff and implementation of fundraising plans and policies approved by the Board.

Qualifications:
• Master’s degree preferred. Preferred areas of study are theology, missiology.
• 10+ years experience in administration of non-profit organization
• The ideal candidate will have had cross-cultural experiences; have strong leadership and collaborative ability, good administrative experience, strong verbal and written skills, a proven track record of successful fund development, evidence of experience with team building, and knowledge and appreciation of the Catholic Church’s teachings, structure and organization.

Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000/ year with benefits

Inquiry and resume by e-mail only to: LayMissionHelpers@gmail.com