Posted on November 6, 2009

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Administrator/Board Consultant

The Funding Exchange (FEX) is a growing network of 16 public foundations and a national office that together grant nearly $15 million annually to grassroots organizations working for social, racial, economic and environmental justice. We are committed to the eradication of all social injustices. Through our innovative, activist-led grantmaking strategies, we support the systemic change work of both experienced and developing grassroots organizations within the broad movement for social justice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced manager with at least 10 years experience in non-profit management, board development, problem solving and planning.
• Strong financial management expertise.
• Understanding of administrative systems that are practical and functional
• Working knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to nonprofit management, and ability to implement technical advice.
• Ability to work within a multi-cultural democratic management structure/culture with people from a variety of different backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written. Capable of being both direct and compassionate in interpersonal communications.
• Organized, creative, curious, strategic, and financially astute.
• Sense of humor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support operations and administration of the Board, which includes:
• Participating in Executive Committee meetings.
• Oversight of task force work, timeline
• Ensuring that the Board and Board Committees have appropriate administrative support.
• Administration, Records & Systems Management
• Financial systems oversight
• Office Leadership including serving as a liaison between staff and board
• Oversee production of reports to various stakeholders.
• Facilitate the Board’s development of transition plans for the organization and preparations for the next permanent Executive Director. Work with the Board and staff to implement the plans.
• Assure the organization and its mission, programs, and services are consistently presented in strong, positive images to relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee the implementation of internal financial controls and ensure the organization’s compliance with applicable laws and prudent accounting practices.
• Engage Board and staff in fundraising during the transition period.

Hours and remuneration

• Work 15-20 hours a week with a set schedule; preferably several hours each day
• The position duration is 2 to 4 months
• Pay between $100 to $120 per hour based on based on experience

The Funding Exchange is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, nation origin, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation or preference, or physical or mental disability.

Please send resume by November 16th 2009 to:

Jane Kimondo
Program Director
Crossroads Fund
3411 West Diversey, Suite 20
Chicago, IL 60647
E-mail: Jane@crossroadsfund.org

Find out more by visiting the organization's web site»

Job Type: Administration
Organization Type: Grantmaking Public Charities