Executive Director

Forsyth Backpack Program is seeking a part-time Executive Director.

Who we are: Forsyth Backpack Program is a local nonprofit organization based in Forsyth County focused on providing nutritious food to children and their families who are at risk of food insecurity. Our vision is to serve as an umbrella organization to help Backpack and weekend feeding programs in Forsyth County better meet the challenges before them and to act as a Partner Agency with Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC to establish new programs and provide supplemental food for weekends and long school breaks.

Position Overview:

Forsyth Backpack Program (FBP) is seeking an Executive Director to lead overall strategic and operational responsibility for the organization, programs, and execution of its mission. The Executive Director (ED) provides operational leadership in achieving the organization’s mission and directing the day-to-day activities of FBP. This person is responsible and accountable to the Board of Directors for the effective and efficient financial, operational, and administrative management of the organization. As the ED, you will drive our mission forward, inspire staff, volunteers, and community partners to work collaboratively to achieve the mission. This role requires a blend of strategic leadership, community engagement, and a deep passion for feeding children identified as at risk for food insecurity.

Key Responsibilities:
• Visionary Leadership: Articulate and implement a clear vision for the organization that aligns with the mission and inspires action. Lead the Director of Operations and any other employees and/or volunteers who manage critical initiatives and strategic business functions. Monitor FBP daily operations and ensure employee(s) and business practices comply with regulatory and legal requirements. Create policies and procedures. Develop the organizational culture and promote transparency, diversity and collaboration throughout the organization.
• Strategic Planning: Analyze and optimize business strategy. Identify FBP’s potential risks and opportunities and protect the organization’s business interests. Responsible for planning FBP packing events and annual signature fundraiser adult Spelling Bee in conjunction with the Board, Advisory Council, Fundraising Committee, Director of Operations and other organizational volunteers.
• Financial Management and Development: Provide oversight and management of finances, including budgeting, approving spending, Orange You Smart Program account, Second Harvest Food Bank invoices, and any other expenditures. Write grants to solicit and secure financial contributions and manage ongoing requirements including providing reports and conducting audits. Work closely with the Finance Committee. Ensure annual financial and business licenses are current and tax filings are correct and submitted in a timely manner.
• Fundraising: Ensure sustainability of FBP’s mission and operations by identifying and exploring potential sources of investment and donations with the goal of increasing revenue; organize fundraising efforts in conjunction with the Fundraising Committee, Board, Advisory Council and the Director of Operations. Represent FBP at social and
corporate events to strengthen the brand and communicate the mission. Guide and support Fundraising Committee in the execution of the annual fundraiser.
• Communications/Public Relations: Develop partnerships with community stakeholders, businesses, WS/FCS representatives, Novant Health, Atrium Health, Wyndham Championship Team, Reynolds American and other relevant parties. Act as FBP’s media and/or event spokesperson.
• Board Relations: Collaborate with the Board of Directors to identify, create and implement strategic plans to actualize FBP’s business objectives. Plan and manage monthly Board and Advisory Council meetings to include financial and organizational reports on current and proposed initiatives. Work closely with Board Chair to execute monthly meeting.

Skills and Qualifications:
• Passion for making a difference in the lives of school aged children by raising awareness of childhood hunger issues.
• Experience in not-for-profit administration and financial management, including budgeting and personnel policies. Demonstrated knowledge of non-profit compliance and regulatory requirements
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills with ability to implement new initiatives. Self-motivated with high energy and entrepreneurial drive.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. Ability to negotiate and influence key stakeholders to help support the mission of FBP
• Excellent organizational, planning, and operational skills with attention to detail and problem solving.
• Familiarity with office management procedures
• Ability to create Word documents and Excel spreadsheets using Google Documents

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university in Education or Business Administration or related field of study. Minimum of five years of experience in a non-profit leadership role. Previous work experience with children and addressing their physical needs with a preference for experience in operations management in non-profit organizations and in food programs. Must have a valid NC driver’s license and good driving record.

The position is a part-time position at 20-25 hours per week, including some weekend hours when necessary. Fully remote.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Kirsten Ririe at orangeyousmart.fbp@gmail.com