The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is committed to creating a future without hunger, where access to healthy food by all is recognized as fundamental to the well-being and success of individuals and the foundation of a strong, vibrant society.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
We seek a mission-focused, strategic, and results oriented leader with a passion for addressing complex social issues to serve as the President and CEO of the Food Bank. This position is jointly accountable to the Board of Directors of the Food Bank and to the President/Diocesan Director of Catholic Charities.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in leading strategic and high-level decision-making, particularly in times of organizational growth. The candidate will be adept at using keen interpersonal skills to coalesce multiple external stakeholders around common goals. He/she/they must embody the highest ethical standards and demonstrate a balance of business savvy with a commitment to responsible, people-focused program delivery. A demonstrated ability to develop and maintain highly professional relationships with business, civic and nonprofit leaders is required.
The candidate must have the ability to establish and maintain strong and growing relationships with benefactors, potential donors, and other key sources of financial support in business, government, and civic sectors. Experience with significant fundraising activities is highly desired, as is experience working closely with local and state government officials and policymakers. The next President and CEO must have the ability to skillfully serve as the primary external representative of the organization and shall possess strong communication and networking skills for the purpose of helping to grow the organization’s fundraising program. The successful candidate should also have demonstrated skills in cultivating and soliciting major gifts, corporate and foundation grants, and enhancing a culture of giving.
A track record of entrepreneurial problem-solving skills, creating and implementing best organizational and operational practices, and managing people through partnership and collaboration is required. The use of proven business practices to achieve financial objectives is a highly desirable qualification. The successful candidate will be collaborative, communicative, and compassionate, with an outgoing, balanced personality and a problem-solving nature. This individual shall have a servant leader mindset and a lifelong learning approach to develop a cohesive team as well as to mobilize, encourage and build the capacity of the staff.
A management style that provides autonomy and empowers staff is highly desired. This person will have experience working closely with a board to further the organization’s strategic initiatives. Other personal qualifications include the interest and ability to build upon a strong, positive organizational culture and to both lead and manage within complex organizations. A creative, intuitive thinker with high emotional intelligence and a flexible personality complimented by a sense of humor will serve the organization well.
The candidate must support the mission and values of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and a demonstrable passion for the principles of Catholic Social Teaching.
Duties and responsibilities:
Oversees development and implementation of the organization’s strategic and operating plans. Establishes metrics for performance on external relations, program objectives, financial results, and operations. This position is responsible for the Food Bank’s annual operating results and financial performance. Advances the mission and values of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, supports Catholic Charities system-wide initiatives and functions as an essential member of the Catholic Charities Executive team.
Assesses organizational capacity to implement strategies, identifies gaps in systems and staffing, and develops plans for correction, contingency, and succession; anticipates factors accelerating or impacting success. Ensures coordination and alignment of all activities, initiatives and programs within the Food Bank’s mission, values, and strategic direction. Works to strengthen and grow the human capital of the organization, through ongoing staff and volunteer development. Builds the bench strength of the organization and creates succession opportunities for staff. Manages, coaches and mentors the Senior Leadership Team.
Supports the Board’s development as the strategic governing body for the Food Bank. Identifies and develops issues for Board review, discussion, input, and action. Helps the Board maintain an effective nominating process and provides a thorough orientation for new Board members. Advocates and supports the Board’s self-study, evaluation, and performance.
Builds, maintains, and leverages relationships with diverse constituents, including individuals, corporations, donors, elected officials, government agencies and other nonprofit organizations. Builds effective, durable relationships with strategic partners. Consistently cultivates individuals, corporations, foundations, and government entities to achieve fundraising results. Works closely with the Chief Development Officer to establish strategies and activities to secure financial resources. Develops positive and productive relationships with all potential sources of funding, including individuals, foundations, corporations, and government entities.
Positions the Food Bank as the lead non-governmental entity in the Southern Tier addressing hunger relief through active, positive relationships with partner organizations, other hunger-relief groups, government leaders, other food banks, donors, and volunteers. Provides leadership in community building and advocacy regarding hunger and food insecurity issues and coordinates policy advocacy efforts with Catholic Charities. Coordinates with Feeding America and regional food banks to enhance and further the Food Bank’s work to fight hunger locally, while working cooperatively with other food banks in the national network. Maintains stewardship and accountability for the organization’s overall operational, ethical, and fiduciary integrity, within the guidelines and policies set by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, the Board and applicable laws and/or regulations.
Position Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required; a graduate degree is preferred. Must be an actively practicing Catholic in good standing. Five years of executive management or other high level leadership experience. Demonstrated ability to lead public relations and fundraising campaigns. Experience in human services is a plus.
