President & Chief Executive Officer
Job Announcement:
The Prosperity Works Board of Directors is seeking qualified candidates for the position of President & Chief Executive Officer. The CEO will be responsible for all aspects of the stewardship of Prosperity Works' mission, advocacy, development, and programmatic work. This position will collaborate with the Board of Directors, staff, and agency partners to develop and implement both short and long-term goals to achieve the organization’s vision and strategic direction. The CEO will establish a financially diverse and self-sustaining base of funding through strong donor relations, grant opportunities, community partnerships, and membership growth/retention. In this role, you will be expected to lead efforts to advance local, tribal, state and federal public policy priorities and pursue strategic partnerships to advance economic equity and financial inclusion in the State of New Mexico.
Start Date: July 1, 2020
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary (full-time, exempt); health, dental and vision insurance; 403b retirement plan; paid leave. This role is eligible for incentive and performance-based bonuses.
Overview: Prosperity Works builds the capacity of families and organizations with personal, social and financial assets, and advocates for policies and practices that support economic prosperity for all New Mexicans. The President & CEO is responsible for fulfilling the mission and overseeing the administrative, programmatic, and fiscal duties within the organization. Other important functions include strategic planning, fundraising, community outreach, and legislative initiatives. The President & CEO reports directly to the Board of Directors.
Key Responsibilities:
Applicants: Submit resume, cover letter, and references electronically to Ms. Ona Porter, President & CEO at ona@prosperityworks.net no later than March 31, 2020.
The Prosperity Works Board of Directors is seeking qualified candidates for the position of President & Chief Executive Officer. The CEO will be responsible for all aspects of the stewardship of Prosperity Works' mission, advocacy, development, and programmatic work. This position will collaborate with the Board of Directors, staff, and agency partners to develop and implement both short and long-term goals to achieve the organization’s vision and strategic direction. The CEO will establish a financially diverse and self-sustaining base of funding through strong donor relations, grant opportunities, community partnerships, and membership growth/retention. In this role, you will be expected to lead efforts to advance local, tribal, state and federal public policy priorities and pursue strategic partnerships to advance economic equity and financial inclusion in the State of New Mexico.
Start Date: July 1, 2020
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary (full-time, exempt); health, dental and vision insurance; 403b retirement plan; paid leave. This role is eligible for incentive and performance-based bonuses.
Overview: Prosperity Works builds the capacity of families and organizations with personal, social and financial assets, and advocates for policies and practices that support economic prosperity for all New Mexicans. The President & CEO is responsible for fulfilling the mission and overseeing the administrative, programmatic, and fiscal duties within the organization. Other important functions include strategic planning, fundraising, community outreach, and legislative initiatives. The President & CEO reports directly to the Board of Directors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organizational Leadership: Responsible for hiring, supervising and leading Prosperity Works staff in a manner that supports the vision and mission and is reflective of the organizational culture.
- Communication with Board of Directors: Responsible for effective, timely and accurate Board reporting to guide decision-making and ensure transparency.
- Fiscal Management: Responsible for overall financial management and integrity of the organization, including operating within the approved budget and utilizing resources efficiently.
- Revenue Generation: Responsible for identifying and securing funding necessary for operation of the organization through direct fundraising and grant writing.
- Strategic Planning: Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining initiatives that support the mission by expanding financial opportunities for the families and communities served.
- Advocacy/Legislative and Community Engagement: Responsible for developing relationships with city, county, state and tribal leaders and other professionals, civic and private organizations to further the objectives of Prosperity Works.
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Extensive experience in senior leadership roles, including financial oversight
- Experience working with New Mexico communities (preferred)
- Fundraising and grant writing experience
- Spanish fluency (preferred)
- Demonstrable speaking ability with media, appearing on film and radio; strong media relationships (preferred)
Applicants: Submit resume, cover letter, and references electronically to Ms. Ona Porter, President & CEO at ona@prosperityworks.net no later than March 31, 2020.