Overview: The VP of Field Operations is accountable for all the fundraising, engagement, and community activities of our Chapter network. This role provides leadership, develops strategies, oversees the implementation of policies and procedures, and coordinates the activities within the field to ensure short-term and long-term objectives are met.

Primary Responsibilities: The following are representative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position and are not meant to be an all-inclusive list:

• Foster an innovative, engaging, and accountable team culture that drives chapter engagement and fundraising, and supports a meaningful employee experience
• Provide direction/feedback, allocate responsibilities, tasks, and/or projects, ensure projects stay on track and goals are met; maintain sensible workloads;
• Recruit, create training plans, and proactively manage staff member performance and productivity; provide feedback, and conduct annual performance reviews;
• Ensure role descriptions are up-to-date and reflective of the work and outcomes that are being managed and evaluated;
• Drive for results – steadfastly pushing self and others for results, with a focus on bottom-line results;
• Facilitate the sharing of resources and best practices across the department;
• Support staff member development; provide development experiences; facilitate chapter strategic planning retreats.
• Develop and manage field operations budget and financial goals.
• Work with Regional Directors and Community Managers to design and implement comprehensive plans for developing key external partners and establishing revenue goals annually for each region/community.
• In partnership with the team, develop detailed financial forecasts to help anticipate major changes in funding or trends in regions. Utilize these insights to adapt strategies and maintain the financial health of the organization.
• Create accessible business processes and standard operating practices across regions that improve efficiency and increase engagement.
• Collaborate with internal Foundation teams (i.e., Marketing, Major Gifts, VisionWalks) to coordinate shared resources and align goals across regions.
• Proactively diversify the Foundation’s funding sources and work closely with other Development team members to secure funding for new initiatives.
• Establish team and individual goals and metrics, and develop and implement plans to meet or exceed agreed upon goals with continual measurement and evaluation of progress
• Oversee implementation of all chapter programs, ensuring acceptable standards.
• Analyze chapter data/reports, noting trends and making recommendations based on findings
• Establish effective relationships and communication between chapters and Foundation leadership and staff via direct visits.
• Forge positive effective relationships externally with a wide-ranging assortment of individuals, boards, volunteers, donors, external partners, and in the communities at large.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in non-profit chapter, fundraising, or equivalent type experience; 3 years’ experience managing a team.
• Strong leadership and management skills to mentor and empower staff members.
• A deep commitment to the values of the organization and a passion for the mission.
• Demonstrated track record of influencing others to action through communicating a shared vision.
• Proven ability to establish and execute strategic plans in a highly dynamic, fast paced environment with a demonstrated track record of setting, achieving, and exceeding ambitious goals on a sustainable basis.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, includes large and small group presentations and group facilitation.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Excel).
• Data driven, making strategic decisions based on data analysis and interpretation.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Up to 20% travel required and able to work flexible week.
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID; requires documentation of vaccinations.

To apply: Send resume with cover letter to HR@fightblindness.org.

Position specifics:

• Home-based position;
• Budgeted Salary Range: $165,000k–$185,000k

The range is what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. The exact amount will vary dependent on location. The range considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: geographic markets, business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience, training, licensure, and certifications.

• Reporting to: SVP/Chief of Development
• Travel 20%