What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at CJF America, Inc.?
Cornerstone America, a special program under the Courtney Jordan Foundation, is at the forefront of philanthropic initiatives that aim to empower and uplift communities across the United States. Our mission revolves around the central theme: "Building Stronger Communities”.
Responsiblities
Cornerstone America is now hiring for the position of Executive Director based in Florence, South Carolina. This position reports to the Associate Vice President of the Region.
- Foster partnerships with local community organizations.
- Attend local council, board and committee meetings to build relationships with state legislators, the Chamber of Commerce and the local government agencies.
- Oversee the daily operations of each individual community center’s programming, staff and community outreach efforts.
- Structure CJF America programming and initiatives by working with the community and its partners to utilize resources to carry out the mission of the organization.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Vice President of Operations (AVP) to identify the needs of the community and implement initiatives for CJF America programming.
- Assist in developing and implementing plans and goals.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
- Hire, onboard and train staff as needs are identified.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, community development, social work, business administration, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3-7 years of leadership experience in community development, nonprofit program management, or public administration, with a proven ability to manage large-scale programs in urban communities.
- Extensive experience working with local Housing Authorities and community-based organizations.
- Experience overseeing the implementation of economic development, education, and healthcare initiatives within underserved urban communities.
- Strong leadership and management capabilities, with a focus on driving results in dynamic and diverse community settings.
- Excellent strategic thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to develop and manage budgets, secure funding, and deploy resources effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders, including local leaders, government representatives, and residents.
- Ability to build trust and strong relationships with internal and external partners, fostering collaboration and community ownership.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 per year
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Management: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Florence, SC 29501 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000
