Executive Director

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is currently seeking an Executive Director for the Missouri Chapter to join their growing organization. The Missouri Chapter, with an office based in Chesterfield, is one of APDA’s most well-established chapters and provides an array of dynamic programs and services. The Chapter has five staff plus three shared regional team members, a revenue budget of approximately $1.6M, and its territory includes Missouri and Southern Illinois. The Chapter serves as the hub of the Midwest Region which covers Missouri, Illinois, Iowa and Minnesota. The Chapter seeks an Executive Director (ED) to lead its team to achieve continued growth and champion efforts in the region. The position requires some evenings and weekends and includes travel locally, statewide, and regionally to cultivate relationships, engage constituents and attend local events and meetings.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience in the non-profit sector, is familiar with Missouri’s geography, culture, and the philanthropic market; has a proven track record in fundraising and donor cultivation; is knowledge of Parkinson’s disease and/or chronic illness, the healthcare and social service systems; possesses strong relationship-building skills and communications strengths, the ability to multi-task, deliver exceptional customer service; and utilize keen problem solving and judgment skills.

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION:

Founded in 1961, American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is the largest grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinson’s disease. APDA’s mission is to “provide the support, education, and research that will help everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease live life to the fullest.” It has raised and invested more than $338 million to provide outstanding patient services and educational programs, elevate public awareness about the disease, and support research designed to unlock the mysteries of Parkinson’s disease and ultimately put an end to this disease.

The organization’s Strategic Plan outlines ambitious targets, including:

1. Expand constituent-centric, evidence-based, and impactful programs, services, and research that improves quality of life throughout the disease continuum.
2. Cultivate partnerships and collaborations to expand and elevate mission delivery to meet Parkinson community needs.
3. Expand reach to under-served, under-studied and under-represented communities to promote health equality and access to care and provide education and support.
4. Advance federal and state policy and funding initiatives to improve outcomes and expand resources for people living with Parkinson’s disease, while strengthening APDA’s community engagement and policy influence nationwide

THE ROLE:

The Executive Director (ED) provides strategic leadership in the Chapter’s chartered territory, manages human and financial resources, and creates an atmosphere for volunteers, staff, and stakeholders to succeed in meeting the objectives of APDA’s mission. The ED will accomplish this through the development, implementation and evaluation of all Chapter programs and services, events, and operations necessary for efficient functioning and sustainable growth. The ED reports to a Regional Director and works in conjunction with the Chapter’s Board of Directors and with the support and approval of the APDA President and CEO and/or designee(s).

Strategic Leadership

• Provides leadership, direction, management and training for chapter board committees, volunteers and staff in the development and implementation of the Annual Plan and Budget.
• Provides leadership for the cultivation of productive relationships with the various local spheres of influence including media, clinical, corporate, educational, and political leadership.
• Provides inspired and motivational leadership to the staff and volunteers while encouraging and promoting growth by serving as a visionary.
• Serves as the primary liaison to the chapter’s Board of Directors and works with the Board Development Committee to identify, cultivate, recruit and train successor leadership to the chapter board and leadership positions.

Fundraising and Marketing

• Responsible for executing all levels of fundraising including events, grantsmanship, corporate support, and major gifts to achieve the chapter’s annual plan and budget.
• Establishes an annual revenue plan that represents broad opportunities for donor prospecting, cultivation, acquisition, retention, upgrading, acknowledgement, and recognition.
• Marshalls the varied talents and resources available to meet and exceed fundraising goals and maximize market penetration.
• Directs the meaningful involvement of volunteers in fundraising at all levels of income producing activities.
• Evaluates the income growth potential of all chapter activities and develops appropriate strategies to ensure income stability and growth.
• Creates and implements an awareness and marketing program to improve APDA’s brand recognition in the local chapter’s territory.

Community Development and Public Outreach

• Provides the leadership, management and support for the development of mission driven programs (i.e. Support Groups, Patient Services; Public Education Campaigns, etc.).
• Serves as the primary staff spokesperson to promote the understanding of the APDA mission and presence in the chapter market areas.
• Cultivates productive relationships with the media and various constituent and related groups including professional, educational, and political leadership.

Finance and Administration

• Accountable for the development, management, and attainment of the annual budget, and administration of chapter accounting policies, preparation of reports, chapter records, and other documents as requested.
• Implements the approval process for all contracts and purchases in accordance with APDA operational policies and/or practices.
• Appraises operating results in terms of costs, approved budget compliance, operating policies, trends, and increased net profit opportunities.
• Ensures that all APDA policies are understood and followed by all employees and volunteers.

Liaison with National Home Office

• Represents the best interests, professionalism, and integrity of APDA in all activities and relationships through a unified message of APDA’s mission and a commitment to organizational standards.
• Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the chapter office and the national office.
• Represents APDA at designated functions as an APDA professional and attend meetings as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7-10 years of progressively responsible related experience with a minimum of 4 years in a supervisory capacity
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Knowledge and skill in nonprofit management with emphasis on proven fund-raising results.
• Proficiency in fiscal management, skilled in exercising sound judgment and must possess good analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Training and/or experience in community development and strategic planning, ability in volunteer recruitment and development.
• Experience with field-based organizations and distance management is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM (Blackbaud RENXT preferred), peer-to-peer platforms (Qgiv/Bloomerang preferred), and web-based tools like Constant Contact, WordPress, and NetSuite.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Starting Salary Range: $115,000 - $120,000. Annual salary based on background and experience.
• APDA has an attractive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life Insurance, Pension, HSA & FSA spending accounts available, Paid time off in addition to standard holidays.

APDA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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