Monday, August 20, 2012

American Red Cross Chapter Executive: Utica



The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The American Red Cross is the foremost volunteer emergency service organization in the United States with more than 590 chapters nationwide. 

Our Mohawk Valley Chapter is seeking a Community Chapter Executive. This position will be located in Utica, New York.

As a Community Chapter Executive, you will focus externally on core mission delivery, fundraising and being the face of the Red Cross for the media, donors and their communities.  You will have oversight of Red Cross service delivery, external relations, and fundraising within an assigned community. As a Community Chapter Executive, you will be accountable for achieving performance targets for the Community Chapter, including service delivery, fundraising/revenue and expense targets.  Responsibilities also include achieving fundraising goals.  You will also utilize the support activities of HR, IT, Finance, Communications and Marketing through a matrix project management system to ensure that all operating units have the necessary resources to execute on their community mission. You will act as the chapter’s chief fundraiser.    

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:  Four year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required.  Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or nonprofit management.

Experience: Minimum 3 years related experience in the profit or not-for-profit sector, business, sales or corporate administration.  Proven track record in raising significant financial resources.  Minimum 1 year experience directing a workforce and program management responsibilities.  Demonstrated ability to develop effective work teams and build consensus within the organization and community. If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you’ve been waiting for, please visit our website at

www.americanredcross.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=26075   

The American Red is a nonprofit organization that offers employees growth and development; team spirit; a competitive salary; a comprehensive benefits package and free parking.  We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  EOE/AA and M/F/D/V.

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