Foundation - Director Of Operations

The Operations Director will oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring that it runs efficiently and effectively. S/he will coordinate communication and information flow among and between key stakeholders, board members, executive management, staff, etc. This is a senior position and reports directly to the Chairman of the Board. This is the first hire of a non-profit start-up with significant investment and support from an active, founding board.

Responsibilities of the Operations Director

● Develop and implement operational procedures and systems

● Manage budgets and financial reports, under the advisement and mentorship of the Board Chair and Treasurer

● Support the Board of Directors, managing communications, scheduling and meeting logistics

● Identify office space options and manage build-out

● Maintain office space and arrange necessary repairs

● Coordinate with service providers in human resources, finance and IT

● Develop administrative policies and procedures

● Manage human resources and payroll

● Review and process invoices for payment

● Manage contracts with vendors, service providers and office lease

● Implement and manage employee onboarding and onboarding process

● Edit, format, and design marketing materials

● Handle logistics of all meetings and events to include venue selection, menu planning, registrations, and volunteers

● Develop and adhere to meeting and event budgets

● Grant management

Requirements:

● Bachelor’s Degree is preferred

● Five+ years of relevant experience required.

● Flexibility to adjust to new strategies, procedures, and tasks as the organization evolves

● Ability to multitask to complete a wide variety of tasks and projects

● Excellent management skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines

● Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly

● Collaborative problem solving by seeking input and ideas from others

● Strong written and verbal communication skills

● Self-starter

● Ability to function with and without close supervision

● Strong interpersonal skills