Executive Director
Columbus, OH, United States
Position Summary
The Executive Director will serve as the primary leader and director for Communities In Schools (CIS), guiding the organization toward successfully realizing its philosophy, mission, and strategic objectives. Collaborating closely with the Board of Trustees, this individual will help set annual goals and objectives, ensuring they align with the broader strategic aims of CIS. They will be instrumental in implementing these strategic goals, steering the organization toward its envisioned future. Additionally, the Executive Director will oversee the overall administration and ensure the viability of CIS, managing day-to-day operations and leading the organization through growth and challenges. This role demands visionary leadership, strategic planning, and strong administrative acumen to propel CIS forward in its mission to support and enhance student educational opportunities.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ("Must Haves")
Experienced as a CEO or senior non-profit leader with a proven ability to envision and plan for the organization's sustainable future. Demonstrated visionary leadership, strategic thinking, operational prudence, and the capacity to set clear, actionable directions, aligning organizational efforts toward growth and success
Strong ability to build and maintain diverse relationships with government, education, corporate sectors, and community leaders. A passionate advocate for youth success, able to effectively represent the organization as a thought leader and the face of the organization across various community platforms. Exceptional communication skills and ability to articulate mission and impact compellingly
A proven expert in fostering an inclusive culture, inspiring a diverse team, and committing to diversity and inclusion, ensuring staff feels valued, supported, and aligned with the organization's vision. Demonstrated service leadership, operational excellence, and the ability to attract, retain, and develop talent
Extensive experience in fiscal management, budgeting, and resource development, including navigating state and federal processes. Possesses sound business acumen to run the organization efficiently while exploring new funding opportunities and partnerships to support the organization's mission
Understands the dynamics of working with a non-profit board, is open to feedback, and can lead a team through change, ensuring solid internal management and staff engagement
Who We Are
Our Mission
To surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
Our Vision
The vision of CIS of Ohio is to be the "go to" organization to address non-academic barriers to academic success and to provide drop-out prevention supports.
What We Do
Non-Academic Assistance
Helping with basic needs like healthcare, nutrition or clothing so young people are better prepared to learn.
One-to-One Mentoring
Instilling the confidence to succeed, the belief that education creates opportunity, and setting the expectation for success.
Tutoring
Young people who fall behind often stay behind. We help kids catch up and stay ahead.
Family Involvement
Ensuring children have a supportive home life, increasing parent-school involvement, and helping parents access the services they need.
Preparing for the Future
Students build leadership and life skills, explore college and career options, and understand how their education is connected to their financial future.
College and Career Readiness
Site coordinators take students on college visits and link students to career experiences and internships.
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