The Managing Director is charged with the professional leadership and management of Community Nutrition Partnership (CNP). S/he will lead the development of the organization as it seeks to increase fiscal sustainability and achieve the internal and external goals that reflect CNP’s mission. The Managing Director will serve as the primary fundraiser for CNP while providing all financial and management oversight. The successful candidate should have a proven history of delivering a funding strategy and exceeding funding targets. This role requires a focused, confident, ambitious, impact-minded leader. Familiarity with approaches in local food markets and a passion for CNPs mission is a plus.
The Managing Director is appointed by and reports to the CNP Board of Directors. The Managing Director will work part-time from CNP’s office in Chapel Hill. With the successful implementation of a fundraising strategy, this role could expand to be full-time. This role has very limited part-time and volunteer support. The responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing fundraising strategy
- Planning strategically in the short- and long-term
- Managing fiscally sound organizational finances
- Managing human resources
- Developing strong board and volunteer relations
- Representing CNP in the community at large and among its constituents
- Completing assignments as directed by the Board
