Executive Director- Atlanta, GA

Blood Cancer United • Atlanta, GA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

How many people can answer the question, "What do you do for a living?" with the answer, "I help find cures for cancer." At Blood Cancer United, employees take our mission seriously. Whether you work in one of our regions, are an accountant at the national office or a specialist in our Information Resource Center, you work each day on making our bold goal a reality: to enable patients with blood cancer to gain more than one million years of life by 2040. Join us and give new meaning to the word, "job. Summary: As part of a mission centric, locally delivered and nationally powered organization the Region Executive Director leads business decisions and teams to drive regional growth and execute organizational business strategy. This role is accountable for strong leadership in driving mission, culture, and inclusion; financial oversight and management; operations management; employee lifecycle management; and volunteer leadership and management in designated markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressively responsible related experience with a minimum of 3 years in senior management
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels

Responsibilities

• Mission, Culture & Inclusion Integration
• Serves as the organizational spokesperson to promote the understanding of Blood Cancer United's mission and presence within designated markets.
• Partners with departments and teams across the organization to lead and integrate the communication of the Blood Cancer United overall mission, programs, resources, and priorities into market specific activities.
• Integrates and leads regional strategy and programs to create an inclusive and equitable culture that represents the spectrum of diversity.
• Financial Oversight & Management
• Accountable for overall revenue and Profit & Loss (P&L) statement responsibility for designated markets; including implementing Blood Cancer United financial controls in regional operations.
• Conducts annual strategic planning to maximize market potential in support of Territory goals.
• Oversees the implementation of region wide peer-to-peer fundraising
• Optimizes revenue portfolio through strategic management of business development and major gifts prospects.
• Operations Management
• Leads the implementation of Blood Cancer United business operational plans and standards; including contracts, procurement, event management, communication, use of technology, business continuity programs, and risk management.
• Oversee market specific activities to deliver brand aligned events and initiatives.
• Employee Lifecycle Management
• Leads the employee lifecycle including planning, acquiring, engaging, and developing of staff and teams.
• Coaches, develops, and manages regional leaders in charge of sales teams, peer-to-peer fundraising, volunteer leadership committees, and business development and advancement relationships.
• Leads succession planning in the region, including the identification of development and internal mobility opportunities to build leadership bench.
• Volunteer Leadership and Management
• Provides strong leadership and direction for staff and volunteer leaders in the development and implementation of operational plans.
• Partners with and develops local volunteer leaders as brand ambassadors through strategic goal planning, cultivation and connection to local high level community leaders.
• Leads and manages Region Board(s).

Benefits

• As a valued member of Blood Cancer United, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.
• Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 403b retirement plan along with generous paid time off.
• In addition, we observe federal paid holidays throughout the year, and offer a wellness program and an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive