Summary:

Arizona healthcare foundation offers programming, equipment, and resources to provide free healthcare to uninsured, underinsured, veterans, children, and other patient populations in temporary clinic settings across the state of Arizona. Headquartered in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

About the position:

The Foundation Director will work closely with the foundation’s Board of Directors and is responsible for executing on the vision for the new organization. Ultimately the Foundation Director will be responsible for strategic growth and impact, mission expansion, fiduciary planning and oversight, program implementation and evaluation, as well as staff management. The Executive Director will also plan, direct, and coordinate the operations of the foundation, including formulating policies and procedures, managing daily activities, planning the procurement and use of resources, as well as setting and achieving goals.

The Director should be:

• Manage all aspects of the Foundation business
• Able to present our mission and goals to large groups and small
• Provide and manage an online and social media presence
• Manage fundraising & grant writing program
• Take the board’s action plans and put them into action
• Actively manage our volunteer database, keeping volunteers inspired and motivated
• Manage multiple events throughout the state over the course of the year

Strategic

• In collaboration with the foundation’s Board of Directors, the Foundation Director will direct strategy and growth for the organization to ensure services are provided to rural, urban, and underserved parts of the state.
• Facilitate short- and long-term strategic planning with input and engagement from the Board of Directors.
• Develop relationships with volunteers, client organizations, resource partners, government service agencies, and donors.
• Identify opportunities for the organization to become financially sustainable in the future.

Board Leadership

• Engage the Board of Directors by developing relationships with and among members through focused activities and communications
• Schedule regular board meetings.
• Coordinate and/or prepare regular board reports.
• Manage the foundation’s governance.
• Support the Board’s President in organizing and facilitating Board meetings and events.
• Take minutes at Board meetings and implement Board requests.
• Support Board committee and ad hoc meetings as required.

Marketing and Fundraising

• Work with the Board of Directors to develop and implement a formal marketing plan that includes establishing annual fundraising goals.
• Provide leadership in the planning of strategic fundraising objectives and development activities.
• Identify grant opportunities that are in line with the mission and strategy of the foundation.
• Participate in and lead the development of grant proposals and monitor grant performance.
• Develop relationships and solicit organizations, foundations, corporations, and individuals for funding.
• Represent the foundation at events and functions to implement strategy, drive awareness, and garner interest.
• Oversee community engagement to further the organization while educating the public about oral health issues

Programming

• Monitor and measure program performance, ensuring that programs are relevant and effective.
• Coordinate activities with/for stakeholders.
• Oversee the management of volunteers.
• Provide supervision at charitable programs and events.
• Maintain community clinical referral information for affiliate organizations annually.
• Supervise social media, the website, articles, and other resources.
• Plan and execute continuing education programs as needed.
• Assure safe event implementation for patients and volunteers.

Operations

• Oversee and manage day to day operations.
• Manage public relations (draft internal and external articles, social media content. provide foundation updates and reports, etc.).
• Travel to and work clinic sites to develop relationships, continuously monitor community needs, and oversee the quality and efficiency of clinic operations.
• Develop, manage, and safeguard operational finances.
• Prepare and direct annual budget.
• Manage the Human Resource functions for the foundation.
• Develop existing and new staff to enable organizational and personal growth, maintain accountability, and achieve the foundation’s goals.
• Continuously improve processes and procedures for consistency and efficiency.
• Ensure that requirements for maintaining 501(c)3 status are continually met and not jeopardized. Manage recordkeeping to maintain 501c3 status.
• Monitor fiscal agency agreements.
• Support the dental association’s activities and participate in meetings and events.
• Monitor the foundation’s assets and resources.
• Assist with audit and federal 990, which need to be completed annually.

General Accountabilities

• Analyze operations to evaluate performance in meeting objectives or to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change.
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to monitor and evaluate operational efficiencies and the overall health of the organization.
• Consult with other executives, staff, and board members about general operations.
• Deliver speeches, write articles, or present information to promote services, exchange ideas, and accomplish objectives.
• Direct administrative functions and programming.
• Direct, plan, and implement policies, objectives, and activities to ensure continuing operations, maximize return on investments, and increased productivity.
• Establish company directives, vision, and goals including implementing policies, goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Negotiate or approve contracts or agreements with suppliers, distributors, federal or state agencies, or other organizational entities.
• Prepare or present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes, or other items impacting the foundation.
• Prepare and/or approve all budgets for grants and program proposals.

Miscellaneous

• Other duties as assigned.
• The Foundation reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will be a polished professional with business acumen, strong leadership skills, and an entrepreneurial spirit. A passion for providing healthcare to uninsured, under-insured, veterans, children, and other populations in Arizona is key to this role.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Masters Degree preferred

Experience:

• Experience guiding an organization through a growth phase is preferred.

Looking for experience/qualifications in the following areas:

• Outgoing, persuasive, and able to relate at all levels from executive leadership to the patients the foundation impacts.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships with organizations and individuals with differing missions and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to architect and lead change across an organization.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to timely manage projects from inception through execution and beyond.
• Proven experience in developing relationships and building partnerships.
• Skilled fundraiser.
• Experience with establishing a planned giving bequest/legacy program.
• Leading and managing a team (in-person and remotely).
• Solid problem solving and negotiating skills.
• Willingness to assist in all areas of the organization as needed.
• Team player who leads by example.

Knowledge Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to think and act strategically.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to manage personnel.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage time and to prioritize work.
• Strong internal & external customer service skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork & communication skills.
• Dependable & resourceful.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Onsite office work as well as statewide travel required. Available occasional evenings and weekends as needed. Works directly with volunteers. Requires the ability to lift, pack and unpack boxes and vehicles for supplies and resources. Also requires the ability to be on one’s feet for long periods (12 hour days) during the foundation’s clinical outreach programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Explain your leadership style.
• Please detail why you believe you are well-suited for this director role.
• Please provide 2 (two) Professional References.

Ability to Relocate:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85251: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scottsdale, AZ 85251