Description

Winnsboro Center for the Arts (WCA) is seeking a highly skilled executive director to guide the organization in the next phase of its development as a multidisciplinary arts center hosting a variety of cultural experiences and entertainment as well as a rapidly growing arts education program. Reporting to the board of directors, the executive director will oversee strategic and operational plans of the organization, working to implement more effective and efficient systems for assessing both short-term and long-term success.

This individual should have experience in hiring and managing staff as well as in developing and implementing successful fundraising plans. Experience in nonprofit management and familiarity with the arts is highly desirable. The executive director must have strong leadership and communication skills.

Objectives

• Work closely with the board of directors and committees to assess and address issues affecting the organization
• Oversee daily operations of the organization, providing executive direction for program strategies and efficiencies, compliance, and quality assurance
• Identify and address staffing requirements for efficient operations, and maintain a strong work culture that attracts and retains people while driving the organization’s mission
• Increase awareness of the organization by being the main spokesperson and liaison with local media
• Develop an actionable plan for fundraising and managing monthly cash flow
• Comply with all national and local regulations

Responsibilities

• Create strategic plans for achieving goals and objectives set in collaboration with the board of directors
• Meet aggressive annual fundraising goals, in partnership with board of directors, by securing financial support from foundations, corporations, individual donors, and government funding sources
• Work with staff and board on annual fundraising benefit and additional events, and oversee all external communications, including website, marketing, newsletters, and social media
• Serve as the face of 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
• Build and lead an effective team that’s dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission through highly successful programs, community engagement, and fundraising
• Manage staff members and clients whose experiences, cultures, and languages reflect the community served by the organization

Required skills and qualifications

• Experience in senior management, preferably with nonprofit organizations
• Strong experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles for nonprofit organizations
• Proven success working with a board of directors
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with innovative approach to business planning
• Dynamic team player who enjoys being in the public face of an organization

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in arts administration, business, or finance
• Experience in managing budgets
• Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills

Applications and Inquiries

Please submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred) to the attention of

Executive Selection Committee
Winnsboro Center for the Arts
P. O. Box 342
Winnsboro, TX 75494

903-342-0686 ext.103

Email: wca@winnsborocfa.com