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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">About Valley Eye Radio:</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We’re on a mission to </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">fight loneliness</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">keep our listeners informed</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, and </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">create a sense of community </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">among our listeners, our nearly 100 volunteer readers, and the entire region we serve.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Qualifications and Skills:</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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:</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A strategic and visionary leader with a desire to move the organization into the future.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A project- and people manager with demonstrated experience growing non-profit organizations similar to VER.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A community connector with passion and an understanding of the organization’s mission and the people we serve.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Experience & Skills Required</span></p>
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<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Exceptional leadership and organizational skills with the ability to perform the diverse tasks required to successfully manage a nonprofit organization.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree a plus) in a relevant field and 5 or more years of nonprofit management experience or equivalent work experience.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Excellent written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences – staff, volunteers, listeners, Board of Directors, funders, collaborators, community members, legislators, and more.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Knowledge of the Massachusetts state-level budget process preferred.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience with radio/news broadcasting is a plus.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Some Responsibilities Include:</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Financial</span></p>
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<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prepare the annual budget to be approved by the Board of Directors at the annual meeting.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Manage and monitor income and expenses to be in alignment with the Board’s approved budget.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Work with the Board’s Treasurer to oversee all financial operations.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Coordinate the preparation, execution, and reporting of all state and federal tax and reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Fundraising</span></p>
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<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Research funding agencies, write letters of intent, grant proposals, grant reports, and create and maintain a grants calendar.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Monitor and carry out activities and operations to meet the promises outlined in each funded grant proposal.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advocate to Massachusetts State Senators and Representatives to secure State funding.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Create and market an annual appeal to secure funding from individuals.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Secure corporate sponsorships and write reports.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ensure VER information on nonprofit sites such as Guidestar, Charity Navigator, etc., is accurate and up-to-date.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Operations</span></p>
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<ul>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Oversee VER’s 24/7 broadcast and VER staff activities; VER’s Program Director manages the day-to-day operations.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hire and manage contractors (radio engineer, grant writer, website developer, videographer, etc.)</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Maintain a general understanding of the organization’s technology and be willing to troubleshoot with staff and contractors if needed.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Monitor and report data about listener activity to the Board; make strategic decisions to increase listenership.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Assist the Board of Directors in the development and implementation of the strategic plan.</span></li>
<li class="indent--1" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Community & Public Relations</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Raise the profile and awareness of VER to advance the mission</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Serve as the organization’s primary spokesperson to the media and community.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Maintain website and domains.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Create and/or outsource marketing materials.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Build and maintain relationships to advance the reach of VER.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Human Resources</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prepare job descriptions, hire, train, lead, evaluate, and retain staff.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Oversee the recruitment and training of volunteer readers.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advocate DEI practices throughout all levels of the organization.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Board of Directors</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prepare monthly Executive Director’s report.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Assist the Board of Directors with the recruitment of new Board members.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Identify and report strategic relationships to the Board on a quarterly basis.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Compensation & Benefits:</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">This is a full-time role at 32 hours per week. The salary is $72,000.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The schedule is flexible and hybrid, with some work and oversight required onsite at VER’s studio in Springfield.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We offer paid time off and holidays. Due to the small size of the organization, we unfortunately cannot offer health insurance at this time.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">VER is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">To apply, email your resume and contact information to Brian Westerlind, President of the VER Board of Directors, at </span><a href="mailto:brian@markens.com" target="_blank" style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(51, 102, 204); font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;">brian@markens.com</a><span style="font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">.</span></p>
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