Executive Director

Our Mission

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal adoption center and sanctuary, dedicated to providing quality care, shelter, and respect to abused and neglected animals in need.

At Heal Animal Rescue, we are a voice for those who cannot speak. We spread awareness to rescue and inspire others to get involved and become advocates for all animals—large and small. We nurture the connection between people and animals both through adoption and volunteering.

Overview

Heal Animal Rescue is a 501c3, is looking for an Executive Director to help us to continue providing animal care and dignity in Westmoreland County, with the intention of expanding services throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing operations, administration, grant and donor management, marketing, events and community outreach.

This hybrid position works primarily in the Youngwood adoption center and a minimum of one day a week at the Latrobe farm sanctuary with up to two days remote. Travel is required. Experience in an animal-related field and 501c3 experience is a plus. This position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

Objectives of this role:

• Work to fulfill the organization's mission through new and existing programs, strategic planning and community outreach
• Lead in a manner that supports and guides the organization's mission as defined by the Board of Directors
• Communicate effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.
• Lead all fundraising efforts including events, cultivating donors, writing grant proposals and executing those awarded with excellence and fidelity to agreement
• Represent the organization and participate in external events to increase visibility, credibility, and market brand, and develop strategic partnerships to further increase community awareness and expand programs
• Ensure maximum resource utilization
• Responsible for hiring and retention of qualified team members
• Responsible for effective administration of the organization's operations

Professional Qualifications:

• Transparent and high integrity leadership
• Seven or more years of nonprofit management experience
• Budget management skills, decision making and reporting
• Strong organization abilities including planning, delegating, program development and multi-tasking
• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to the nonprofit sector
• Skill to collaborate with and motivate board members, staff and volunteers
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff
• Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to achieving mission
• Uphold and create processes and procedures

Daily Responsibilities:

• Work with Board Treasurer on annual budget, monthly financial reports and fiscal management to operate within the approved budget
• Actively lead, engage, and energize staff, volunteers, board members, community members, and donors. Convey purpose through vision and mission impact.
• Oversee daily operations and programs as it relates to finance and administration, fundraising, communications, and systems; manage timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals.
• Establish policies and procedures for all functions and for the day-to-day operation of the organization
• Write grants for program and operational services
• Lead annual fundraising efforts including events, solicitation letters, and campaigns
• Design the expansion of medical services into new communities based on organizational and funded goals
• Ensure systems to track programmatic progress and measure success
• Serve as primary spokesperson to constituents, elected officials, local business owners/sponsors, donors, media, and the general public
• Establish and maintain relationships to strategically enhance our mission
• Supervise, collaborate with staff and volunteers and cultivate a compelling organizational culture
• Develop and deliver strategic goals and planning and implementation
• Support marketing and other communication efforts
• Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors

Website: www.healanimalrescue.org

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Senior Management Occupations: 7 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations