Executive Director - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Director - Chief Executive OfficerPosted on February 12, 2018Founded in 1989, West End Residences HDFC, Inc.’s mission is to provide safe and supportive transitional and permanent housing together with comprehensive services that assist and empower homeless and formerly homeless youth, families, and older adults to live full and productive lives. Currently, the Intergenerational Residence provides temporary housing and support services to homeless young mothers and their children and permanent supportive housing to formerly homeless and low-income older adults in New York City. Two True Colors Residence sprovide permanent, supportive housing for formerly homeless lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth in New York City, the first of their kind. West End Residences is a 501(c) 3 organization with 60 full-time staff and a budget of $3.7M. For more information, please visit our website at .Position Summary: The ED-CEO is responsible for the organization's achievement of its mission. S/he will lead the organization after the retirement of its ED-CEO and into the next phase of growth to ensure effective delivery of high quality supportive housing in the New York City area.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:LeadershipPromote West End Residences’ vision and mission, and build support for programs and initiatives within the organization and broader communityProvide strategic leadership for the organization by working with the Board of Directors and the senior leadership team to establish strategies, plans and policies, and long-term goals, keeping in mind the goals of organizational effectiveness and sustainabilityLead, motivate and inspire West End Residences’ management and staffFoster a client-centered, community-oriented, and accountable environment at West End ResidencesManagement and AdministrationProvide direction to the senior leadership team in implementing organizational strategy and monitor progress against this strategy and corresponding organizational goalsAlign West End Residences’ resources with the organization’s vision and mission to maximize impact, maintain service quality, and promote the organization’s financial healthBuild West End Residences’ capacity, infrastructure, processes, systems and staff capability to support the objectives of the organization in collaboration with the BoardReal Estate Development and Program ManagementLead the senior leadership team in the development of supportive housing for West End Residences’ target populations, including staying abreast of related real estate management policies and opportunitiesEnsure the quality of West End Residences’ programs and the organization’s ability to effectively respond to changing environments and clients’ needsEnsure that programs are in alignment with West End Residences’ values, vision, and missionExternal RelationsRepresent West End Residences with clients, funders, organizational partners, the community, industry, media, government, and other partnersRaise West End Residences’ visibility as a leader in our field of expertise, and promote the organization’s activities, programs and goalsCultivate relationships and more formal partnerships with community organizations and other service providers who complement the service offerings of West End ResidencesRespond to policy and political initiatives that impact West End Residences’ constituents and advocate to policymakers on their behalfFundraising and DevelopmentOversee development and fundraising efforts with an eye towards planning and diversifying West End Residences’ funding streamsManage relationships with Government, Private and Family Foundations, Individual Donors and Corporate SponsorshipsOversee the compliance of all contract requirementsCreate and implement annual fundraising plan with Board and development staffCultivate and maintain relationships with major donors and key fundersManage the organization’s brand and positioning strategiesBoard of DirectorsAct as liaison to Board and facilitate staff support to the Board and its operations as neededEngage the Board in fiscal, program, and policy oversight, strategic planning, fundraising and public relationsLead Board development, including increasing Board size, diversity, and overall capacityKeep the Board abreast of relevant legislation, policies and protocols, client issues and needs, and emerging trendsDevelop and maintain sound financial practicesWork with the senior team and Board to prepare West End Residences’ annual budget and ensure that the organization operates within budget guidelinesMonitor the financial health of the organization and its programs and develop plans to ensure that adequate funds are available for the organization to carry out its workHuman ResourcesAttract, retain and develop a high-quality, high performing staffEnsure that West End Residences’ compensation, benefits, and career opportunities are comparable with peer organizationsProvide managers and supervisors with guidance, mentoring and training in effective management practicesEnsure that sound human resource practices and systems are in place, such as performance management processes, career planning and succession planning for key roles throughout the organizationExperience and Background:Direct experience in the social sector or in a related field preferredExceptional nonprofit governance expertise and deep knowledge of fiscal management, including fund accounting and budgetingMinimum of 8 years of experience in a management or leadership role, including supervising staff and working with a board of directorsA successful track record in public and private fundraisingFamiliarity, interest and commitment to supportive housing in New York City and related real estate developmentDemonstrated capability in leading the development and implementation of strategic planning initiatives Experience with transition planning and managing change desiredPolitically aware and savvy to respond to federal, state and city initiatives/issues that affect West End Residences and its constituentsExcellent public speaking, written and oral communication and interpersonal relational skills requiredCultural competency and experience working with diverse populations, including LGBTQIA and people of color communitiesMaster’s degree is strongly preferred, howeverdemonstrated evidence of equivalent experience and training may be consideredApplication Process:West End Residences is working in partnership with Community Resource Exchange (CRE – ) to fill this position. Please submit a substantive and thoughtful cover letter describing your interest in the position and the work of West End Residences, making the case for the relevance of your experience to the key responsibility areas. The cover letter should be submitted together with a current resume, to . West End Residences is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, and respects and values diversity of cultural, ethnic and experiential backgrounds. We strongly encourage candidates who are representative of the comm #J-18808-Ljbffr

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