The Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) is a 501(c)(3) organization that works with and on behalf of nonprofits to assist them in increasing their capacity to serve, strengthen and transform communities. Incorporated in 1990, and governed by a board that represents the diversity of the nonprofit sector, MNA is a leader, a model, an advocate and a support system for nonprofit organizations throughout the state. Membership is open to all Michigan nonprofit/tax-exempt organizations. For-profit businesses and government entities may join as affiliate members. The Michigan Campus Compact is a part of MNA’s wide portfolio of programs and partnerships that support their broad mission and reach.

MNA is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as the Executive Director of MCC. MCC promotes the education, awareness and commitment of Michigan college students in terms of being civically engaged citizens, through creating and expanding academic, co-curricular and campus-wide opportunities for community service, service-learning and civic engagement at member institutions. The Executive Director also serves as a member of the senior management team of MNA.

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

More specific examples of responsibility for this position will include:

• Provide leadership, education, recognition and support to the member institutions of MCC to increase civic education for students.
• Cultivate and maintain quality relationships with College and University Presidents.
• Develop and implement MCC programs and services.
• Provide general oversight and leadership to MCC Advisory Councils.
• Oversee the administration of grant programs and direct fund development initiatives.
• Provide leadership on a statewide level for community service, service-learning and other civic engagement activities on member campuses.
• •Serve as liaison and representative for MCC at state and national levels.
• •Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships with key state and national organizations.
• •Promote public policy initiatives that support the concept of public service and enhance public awareness of student community service efforts.
• •Administer a membership recruitment and retention plan.
• •Develop and manage the program’s annual budget; supervise and support MCC staff.
• •Coordinate the development and dissemination of promotional materials, press releases and member mailings.
• Supervise and assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of conferences, training programs, meetings and recognition events.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will be a proven visionary leader who has experience managing a complex organization(s) and has a documented track record of building organizational and programmatic excellence. This individual will be creative, strategic, pragmatic and compassionate with a sophisticated understanding of management and business principles. The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear passion for the mission of the MCC and its members, an appreciation of its history and palpable excitement about its future. More specific qualifications will include:

• Bachelor’s degree in educational administration, public administration, organizational development or related discipline; master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of five years of senior-level experience in program management and/or program development in a college or university setting, or in a nonprofit organization working with or on behalf of a college or university.
• A demonstrated ability to execute effectively and get things done, as well as being a creative, innovative visionary.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of service-learning and civic engagement.
• Experience in working and interacting with college or university administrators, faculty and students.
• Experience in developing and maintaining productive working relationships with board members, coworkers and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent facilitation and mediation skills.
• Proficiency in developing and delivering educational presentations.
• Ability to work as a leader and as part of a team, and to be an effective mentor to new staff and volunteers.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Please address all nominations and applications in confidence to:

Barbara A. Swan
Senior Associate
DHR International
Phone: 248-258-0616
bswan {at} dhrinternational(.)com

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and brief salary history, preferably by email, although hard copy is acceptable.