What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at Winter Park Institute?
The mission of the Winter Park Institute (WPI) is to engage global thought leaders in meaningful conversations that impact
our world. Their purpose is to create opportunities to explore new ideas that improve our lives and our communities.
Previously a part of Rollins College until 2020, The Winter Park Institute is now a private 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization
that has been reorganized and managed by a Board of Trustees.
Position Summary:
The Winter Park Institute, Inc., seeks a dynamic and experienced executive who will enthusiastically embrace its mission and lead the organization with excellence. The ideal candidate will report to and partner with the Board of Trustees to execute thevision for the future of the Winter Park Institute. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization’s operations including leading fundraising efforts; cultivating donor relationships; program development and management; event management including contract negotiation and managing logistics; financial management; and marketing/communications management.
Qualifications:
- History of success in a senior management position; nonprofit organization preferred
- Demonstrated visionary leadership and organizational management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; diplomatic communicator with multiple stakeholders
- Experience working with a nonprofit board
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- A proven track record in fundraising and development
- Strong business and management skills including budgeting and finance
- Experience in program development and review
- History of positive results in marketing and community engagement
- Ability to collaborate and work with diverse groups, community organizations and partners
- Proven competence with technology; demonstrated savvy with respect to Social Media platforms
- Completed minimum of Bachelor’s Degree