CAREERS

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Description: Executive Director, RDF

 Job Purpose: The Executive Director is responsible for leading and managing the organization based on the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors.

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

 Leadership:

  • Collaborate with the Board to develop vision and strategy.
  • Inform the Board of internal and external issues affecting the organization.
  • Serve as a professional advisor to the Board.
  • Foster effective teamwork between the Board, Executive Director, and staff.
  • Act as a spokesperson and represent the organization at community activities.

 Operational Planning and Management:

  • Develop and implement operational plans to achieve strategic goals.
  • Ensure efficient day-to-day operations and meet stakeholder expectations.
  • Draft and review policies, ensuring secure storage and confidentiality of records.
  • Support the Board by preparing meeting agendas and materials.

 Program Planning and Management:

  • Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services.
  • Ensure programs align with the organization’s mission and Board priorities.
  • Monitor and maintain quality of program delivery.
  • Manage special projects from planning to evaluation.

 Human Resources Planning and Management:

  • Determine staffing needs and oversee HR policies and practices.
  • Recruit, train, and manage staff performance.
  • Create a positive, safe work environment.
  • Discipline and release staff as necessary, following legal procedures.

 Financial Planning and Management:

  • Prepare and manage budgets in collaboration with staff and the Board.
  • Secure funding, develop fundraising plans, and write proposals.
  • Ensure sound financial practices and compliance with legislation.
  • Provide regular financial reports to the Board.

 Community Relations/Advocacy:

  • Communicate with stakeholders and establish collaborative relationships with community groups, funders, and organizations.

 Risk Management:

  • Identify and manage organizational risks.
  • Ensure appropriate insurance coverage.

 Qualifications:

 Education:

  • Master’s in Social Sciences, Rural Development, or Business Administration.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Leadership and management principles.
  • Relevant federal and provincial legislation.
  • Community challenges and opportunities.
  • HR, financial, and project management.
  • Proficiency in word processing, financial management, email, and internet. 

Personal Characteristics:

  • Adaptability, ethical behavior, relationship-building, effective communication, creativity, client focus, teamwork, leadership, decision-making, organization, planning, problem-solving, and strategic thinking.

 Experience:

  • Ten or more years of progressive management experience, with 2-3 years in a similar role in a not-for-profit organization.

 Working Conditions:

  • Office environment with occasional field-based and non-standard workplaces. Standard work week with evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

1.Letter of Interest.

2.Current Resume highlighting professional training and experience.

Submission Details:

To: Executive Director Search Committee

Email: member.rdf@gmail.com

Mailing Address: RDF Central Office, A-50 Sindhi Muslim Cooperative Housing Society, Qasimabad, Hyderabad.

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled. The Board of Directors anticipates filling it by January 10, 2025.

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