Executive Director

$55,000 - $60,000/Yr

Good Samaritan Food Pantry - Adel, IA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Adel, IA

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About the position

The Executive Director & Pantry Manager at the Good Samaritan Food Pantry in Adel, Iowa, is responsible for overseeing the organization's strategic objectives and day-to-day operations. This role involves managing pantry operations, volunteer coordination, fundraising, and community relations, all while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will be a motivational leader with a strong background in nonprofit management, capable of balancing immediate needs with long-term planning.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Board of Directors to assure that the organization has a long-range strategy in line with the organization's mission and vision.
• Provide partnership in developing program, organizational, fundraising, and financial plans with the Board of Director Committees: Governance, Internal Affairs and External Affairs.
• Be responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial, ethical, and legal business practices.
• Work with the treasurer and the Board in preparing a budget; see that the organization operates within budget guidelines.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of the food pantry including opening and closing the pantry, food procurement, inventory management, and distribution to clients.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Train and schedule volunteers to help execute day-to-day operations of the food pantry, secure replacements, and fill in as needed.
• Work in collaboration with the External Affairs Committee to create and execute an annual fundraising plan.
• Actively seek funding opportunities, including grant writing, donor interactions, and financial campaign development.

Requirements

• College degree and/or related experience.
• Demonstrate excellence in organizational, managerial, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, clients, the Board, and all GSFP Committees.
• Proficiency in the use of computers.
• 3-5 years' experience in Social Work or Community Services with past success preferred.
• Experience in working with a Board of Directors is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in nonprofit management.
• Strong background in fundraising and community relations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance