Director of Operations

Company: The Village Market ATL
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: November 12, 2024

Job Description:

Our Village United (OVU) is seeking a dynamic and strategic Associate Director to lead daily operations, staffing, and compliance in a fast-paced nonprofit environment. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping and implementing community-oriented programs that advance entrepreneurship and economic development, while scaling OVU's impact in transforming the nonprofit sector. This high-energy leader will be responsible for designing and executing strategies that align with OVU's mission and long-term goals. Key duties include developing and refining policies and workflows to optimize organizational performance, ensuring sustained growth, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.The Associate Director will also oversee program development, ensuring that initiatives focus on supporting entrepreneurs and driving economic empowerment in underserved communities. This role requires a hands-on approach in managing staff, guiding leadership, and building strong community relationships, while embodying OVU's core values of empowerment, inclusion, and sustainability.Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations and staff within the organization, ensuring seamless coordination across departments.
• Oversee department heads, including Marketing, Fundraising, Program Development, HR, and Accounting.
• Co-lead efforts in fundraising, working to meet annual revenue targets and collaborating with program development teams to ensure services meet the needs of OVU's targeted populations.
• Attend and host fundraising events, program launches, and PR engagements as a representative of the organization.
• Serve as the public face of OVU during events, building relationships with reporters, donors, government officials, and community members.
• Track and report metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and workforce performance for organizational programs.Fundraising & Public Relations:
  • Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of fundraising events.
  • Articulate OVU's vision and mission clearly to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with department heads to explore new sources of funding and investment opportunities.
  • Implement creative and effective public relations strategies to boost fundraising and awareness of OVU's programs.Compliance & Strategy:
    • Ensure OVU adheres to all non-profit regulations and best practices.
    • Lead initiatives to identify talent for critical roles within the organization and design strategies for staff retention.
    • Network with industry peers and stakeholders to stay informed on sector developments and trends.Operations & Management:
      • Communicate with the Executive Director regarding operational decisions and strategic goals.
      • Set and track strategic KPIs for long-term success.
      • Supervise daily activities across various departments to ensure operational efficiency.
      • Develop and enforce policies and procedures to improve operational performance.
      • Oversee the budget and finances of various small business support processes to ensure efficient resource management.
      • Maintain strong partnerships with external vendors and stakeholders.Requirements:
        • Proven experience as a nonprofit manager or in a similar leadership role (5-7 years).
        • Strong fundraising background (minimum 3 years).
        • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to represent OVU confidently in public and private forums.
        • Strong financial acumen and understanding of finance-related performance standards within nonprofits.
        • Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to design and implement policies and procedures.
        • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
        • Familiarity with data analysis, performance metrics, and business software (ERP, CRM).
        • Team player with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
        • Ability to stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
        • Solid problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.Additional Information:Salary Range: $75,000-95,000Position: Full-timeSchedule: 9 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday (occasional weekends and holidays)Location: Atlanta, GA (Travel is required)Health BenefitsHybrid Work Schedule
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