Job Title: Chief Executive Officer Type: Salaried, Full-Time Reporting to: Board of Directors Work Schedule/Location: This position is housed in the main office located in Houston, TX with travel to field locations in Guatemala.
WHO WE ARE The mission of Faith In Practice is to improve the physical, spiritual, and economic conditions of the poor in Guatemala through short-term surgical, medical, and dental mission trips and health-related educational programs.
Our mission is based on an ecumenical understanding that as people of God we are called to demonstrate the love and compassion that is an outward sign of God’s presence among us.
Faith In Practice’s life-changing medical mission is to minister to the poor, while providing a spiritually enriching experience for our volunteers.
POSITION SUMMARY The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for providing leadership of Faith In Practice’s mission and for managing the affairs of the organization under the general oversight of the Board of Directors.
The CEO works in close collaboration with the CFO and the future COO and senior management responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission, strategic goals, and objectives.
LEADERSHIP AND REPRESENTATION Provide ongoing Christian leadership to ensure that the spiritual focus of Faith In Practice a key priority Be able to comfortably articulate his or her faith in a variety of settings, always with respect and hospitality open to accepting all regardless of religious affiliation, if any.
Cultivate individual staff and teams to use their natural talents and skills as well as capitalize on areas of passion and commitment within the mission, targeting specific growth and development opportunities in areas of greater challenge.
Invest time in the development of managers and leaders at all levels of the organization that permits continuity and quality.
Provide ongoing, interactive Christian leadership to the Board of Directors, mission members, staff, volunteers, and community to ensure spiritual focus is a top priority.
Maintain a clear understanding of the needs and opportunities, monitor and measure performance, and provide insights and data to allow for sound strategic planning.
Represent Faith In Practice in relationships with volunteers, team leaders, donors, internal and external audiences, and local and international partner organizations Continue bridging the mission opportunities of Faith In Practice to God’s call.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES PLANNING & MONITORING Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures that support the organization’s vision and direction.
Establish policies that promote company culture and vision.
Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
Incorporate the input of employees and volunteers at every level of the organization to formulate and implement a strategic plan that guides the direction and mission of the organization to reach its maximum potential.
Evaluate organizational growth and development by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Working with the CFO and the Board of Directors, develop annual operating budgets and engage appropriate stakeholders among staff to ensure good information flow.
Manage within the determined annual budgets using monthly reporting mechanisms that allow for mid period course corrections as opportunities and challenges arise in revenue and expense plans.
Provide leadership to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate the organization’s long-range strategy in order to achieve its mission.
Provide leadership to develop programs and organizational and financial plans to carry out the plans and policies authorized by the Board.
Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Be proactive in the recruitment, recommendation, and development of Board members.
FUNDRAISING Oversee the development of an annual fundraising plan and engage in an active role in implementing the fundraising plan to ensure the annual funding goals are met.
Direct staff and volunteers in their critically important role in fundraising for the organization.
Act as a main contact for key donors.
Continuously research new prospects who have an interest and desire to support the mission of the organization.
VOLUNTEER TEAM MANAGEMENT.
Cultivate new team leaders, and strategically grown teams in alignment with program vision.
Work with the Volunteer Program Director on the evaluation and planning process.
Maintain strong ties with leaders, gain team compliance with policies.
Develop strategies to assist with and enhance volunteer recruitment.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT Develop and maintain partner relations in Guatemala.
Develop and expand program within Guatemala in alignment with vision.
Evaluate existing programs; work with management on establishing program performance metrics and conducting annual evaluation of programs.
Collaborate with Program staff to request and report on regular in-kind donations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, Master’s degree a plus.
At least 10 years progressive leadership experience in the for profit or non-profit sectors.
Strong English and Spanish language skills including excellent presentation and writing skills, Required Demonstrated experience in strategy development, project management and leadership.
Aptitude in decision making and problem solving.
Strong understanding of fundraising, program management, and Board relations.
Successful track record of managing and leading large teams.
A leading candidate will have the following competencies: Commitment to integrated mission philosophy.
Have bicultural or multi-cultural experience in bridging 2 distinct cultures toward organizational goals.
Knowledge of healthcare industry.
Must be able to motivate, inspire, and communicate with individuals and groups.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Agility in decision-making.
Strong planning, community mobilization, and intercultural communication skills.
Business acumen and organization skills.
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