[Job-Listings] Job Posting: Executive Director, Valley Eye Radio (Springfield) Massachusetts

Thu Apr 4 02:33:37 UTC 2024

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>Valley Eye Radio logo with the text: Now Hiring! Executive Dire
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>About Valley Eye Radio:
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>Valley Eye Radio (VER) keeps our Pioneer Valley 
>neighbors with vision loss or reading impairment 
>informed and connected to their communities by 
>radio broadcasting 24/7 local news that 
>otherwise wouldn’t be available to them.
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>We’re on a mission to fight loneliness, keep our 
>listeners informed, and create a sense of 
>community among our listeners, our nearly 100 
>volunteer readers, and the entire region we serve.
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>VER is a member of the Massachusetts Audio 
>Information Network (MAIN), a group of six 
>Massachusetts non-profit radio reading service 
>organizations, all of which are partially funded 
>by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through the 
>Massachusetts Commission for the Blind.
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>We’re looking for a passionate and strategic 
>Executive Director to serve as the 
>organization’s leader, reporting to the Board of 
>Directors to advance our mission and execute 
>strategic and annual operational goals.
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>Qualifications and Skills:
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>The ED is an established nonprofit leader, 
>fundraiser, fiscal, and program manager with the 
>ability to engage stakeholders of all kinds. 
>Successful candidates will be able to implement 
>programs to meet the strategic goals and objectives of VER. We are looking for:
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>A strategic and visionary leader with a desire 
>to move the organization into the future.
>A project- and people manager with demonstrated 
>experience growing non-profit organizations similar to VER.
>A successful fundraiser with demonstrated 
>experience in grant writing and securing 
>individual and corporate donations and/or 
>sponsorship opportunities. Familiarity with 
>Pioneer Valley area funders is a plus.
>An individual with a working knowledge of the 
>Massachusetts state-level budget process and the 
>ability to work with MAIN and other 
>professionals to advocate for VER to State Representatives and Senators.
>A community connector with passion and an 
>understanding of the organization’s mission and the people we serve.
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>Experience & Skills Required
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>Exceptional leadership and organizational skills 
>with the ability to perform the diverse tasks 
>required to successfully manage a nonprofit organization.
>Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree a plus) in a 
>relevant field and 5 or more years of nonprofit 
>management experience or equivalent work experience.
>Excellent written and oral communication skills 
>for a variety of audiences – staff, volunteers, 
>listeners, Board of Directors, funders, 
>collaborators, community members, legislators, and more.
>Experience with or demonstrated understanding of 
>accessibility and inclusion standards for those 
>with disabilities, particularly vision 
>impairment, and the changing needs of the communities VER serves.
>Knowledge of the Massachusetts state-level budget process preferred.
>Experience with radio/news broadcasting is a plus.
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>Some Responsibilities Include:
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>Financial
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>Prepare the annual budget to be approved by the 
>Board of Directors at the annual meeting.
>Manage and monitor income and expenses to be in 
>alignment with the Board’s approved budget.
>Work with the Board’s Treasurer to oversee all financial operations.
>Coordinate the preparation, execution, and 
>reporting of all state and federal tax and 
>reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
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>Fundraising
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>Research funding agencies, write letters of 
>intent, grant proposals, grant reports, and 
>create and maintain a grants calendar.
>Monitor and carry out activities and operations 
>to meet the promises outlined in each funded grant proposal.
>Advocate to Massachusetts State Senators and 
>Representatives to secure State funding.
>Create and market an annual appeal to secure funding from individuals.
>Secure corporate sponsorships and write reports.
>Ensure VER information on nonprofit sites such 
>as Guidestar, Charity Navigator, etc., is accurate and up-to-date.
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>Operations
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>Oversee VER’s 24/7 broadcast and VER staff 
>activities; VER’s Program Director manages the day-to-day operations.
>Hire and manage contractors (radio engineer, 
>grant writer, website developer, videographer, etc.)
>Maintain a general understanding of the 
>organization’s technology and be willing to 
>troubleshoot with staff and contractors if needed.
>Monitor and report data about listener activity 
>to the Board; make strategic decisions to increase listenership.
>Assist the Board of Directors in the development 
>and implementation of the strategic plan.
>Create and maintain relationships to benefit the 
>successful operation of VER, including MAIN 
>representatives, Mass Comission for the Blind, 
>legislators, local leaders, other non-profit 
>leaders, those in the healthcare space, WestMass Eldercare, LifePath, etc.
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>Community & Public Relations
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>Raise the profile and awareness of VER to advance the mission
>Serve as the organization’s primary spokesperson to the media and community.
>Maintain website and domains.
>Create and/or outsource marketing materials.
>Build and maintain relationships to advance the reach of VER.
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>Human Resources
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>Prepare job descriptions, hire, train, lead, evaluate, and retain staff.
>Oversee the recruitment and training of volunteer readers.
>Advocate DEI practices throughout all levels of the organization.
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>Board of Directors
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>Prepare monthly Executive Director’s report.
>Assist the Board of Directors with the recruitment of new Board members.
>Identify and report strategic relationships to the Board on a quarterly basis.
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>Compensation & Benefits:
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>This is a full-time role at 32 hours per week. The salary is $72,000.
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>The schedule is flexible and hybrid, with some 
>work and oversight required onsite at VER’s studio in Springfield.
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>We offer paid time off and holidays. Due to the 
>small size of the organization, we unfortunately 
>cannot offer health insurance at this time.
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>VER is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 
>Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and 
>persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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>To apply, email your resume and contact 
>information to Brian Westerlind, President of 
>the VER Board of Directors, at <mailto:brian at markens.com>brian at markens.com.
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>To make sure our small but mighty staff can get 
>the important work of VER done, no calls please. Thank you!
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>Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
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>600 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
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