Executive Director

Job Title: Executive Director

Team: Executive

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Board Chair, Board of Directors

Direct Reports: Staff Directors, Assistant

Effective Date: March 2024

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) will lead the organization as Oliver Gospel’s highest-level employee. The ED collaborates with and reports directly to the Board Chair and Board of Directors and may be required to participate in robust training and development opportunities as assigned. The ED has overall operational, financial, and spiritual responsibility for the organization’s staff, programs, facilities, community outreach, and execution of its mission. In addition to leading the efforts of Oliver Gospel’s leadership team, the Executive Director manages a portfolio of current and prospective donors.

The ED continuously seeks to understand and capture knowledge about the local population suffering from shelter and food insecurities to support effective short and long-term planning around core programs, operations, social enterprises, and strategic governance. The ED is also responsible for building relationships with board members, funders, community partners, government officials, financial organizations, faith-based leaders, and others to accomplish the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. The ED will be tasked with continuing the work of the all-volunteer board & community leaders, while at the same time offering new ways to engage the community.

Position Qualifications

For Employment with Oliver Gospel

• A believer in Jesus Christ
• Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith
• Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Mission, Vision, Faith Values, Position Statement, and Final Authority (Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees
• Due to the sensitivity of the potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, any representation or use of alcohol, tobacco, and/or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at Oliver Gospel events
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license and safe driving record

For the Executive Director

• Graduate degree preferred or equivalent experience in non-profit organizational leadership
• Possess a shepherd leadership style with a strong heart for ministry
• Proven ability to develop and lead a team-based staff organization
• Proven experience in working well with a Board of Directors
• Ability to interface and collaborate well with community leaders
• Proven ability to raise and manage financial resources
• Professional demeanor and exceptional communication skills
• Knowledge of common office technology, PC-based software, and relevant applications
• Growth mindset

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and cast an organizational ministry vision supported by the senior leadership team
• Maintain a leadership team and staff that reflects the organization’s ministry and vision
• Develop, coach, and advise direct reports along with other staff and ministry teams
• Attend all Board meetings and provide appropriate reports
• Provide the Board with adequate information to help reach sound decisions and establish effective policies and continuous improvement efforts
• Provide opportunities for the Board to experience meaningful engagements with staff
• Ensure facility quality checks and improvement measures are actively implemented
• Present annual operating budgets and strategic plans for Board approval
• In conjunction with the Director of Development and other leadership teammates, actively

engage and collaborate with community leaders and donors

• Ensure there are many “faces” to Oliver Gospel when engaging with the community and donors
• Lead and maintain a continual pulse of overall operational and cultural health

Core Competencies

• Exceptional team coach/leadership skills
• Ability to develop and communicate a ministry vision/high-impact communication
• Ability to maintain a big-picture mentality in decision-making
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision making
• Ability to solve problems, think critically, and elevate and delegate priorities
• Consummate integrity in dealing with people, finances, and confidential information
• Drive and execute effective strategies
• Align organizational performance for success
• Highly innovative and strong business acumen
• Executive disposition and presence
• Ability to actively cultivate and maintain networks, community collaboration, and partnerships

Mental and Physical Demands

• Ability to participate in high volume and frequency of networking, organizational, and community events
• Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment
• Ability to concentrate and apply mental processes
• Ability to positively engage and lead a culturally diverse workforce and donor base
• Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues, and emotional individuals
• Ability to operate with a positive attitude
• Ability to move seamlessly from one task to another
• Ability to participate in travel experiences
• Ability to move about inside the facility to engage employees, clients, and/or guests
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and/or pull items weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to engage in limited exposure to health-related issues, such as colds, viruses, etc.