EXECUTIVE SEARCH PROFILE

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2 Message from the Board Chair As Board Chair and Chair of the Executive Director Search Committee for Trinity Community Center (TCC), it is my honor and privilege to welcome potential candidates to apply for our Executive Director position. For more than 50 years, TCC has served the youth of Hollygrove as their premiere nonprofit institution. Our organization provides educational, spiritual, and psychological support for young, at-risk men and women. TCC s programs make a tremendous impact in the Hollygrove community and enrich the lives of children and staff alike. As we look to the future, we seek an Executive Director who will lead us with vision and purpose, someone who embodies spiritual ideals and will be a model for our kids. Additionally, we hope to find someone dedicated to ensuring a sustainable future for the organization, while expanding our services to reach more children. If you are inspired by our work and believe you can lead our organization, I encourage you to learn more about TCC and to apply for the position of Executive Director. On behalf of our Board and the Search Committee, we appreciate your consideration. Kimba Knight Hart Board Chair Chair, Executive Director Search Committee Trinity Community Center

3 Position Description Trinity Community Center is seeking an Executive Director with a demonstrated commitment to transforming youth and experience growing nonprofit organizations. Our next Executive Director will have experience providing educational support, mentorship, and spiritual development, and they will align closely with TCC s organizational mission to educate, empower, and equip students with the tools they need to be tomorrow s leaders. The Executive Director will have overall accountability and responsibility for the management of the organization. Reporting to the TCC Board of Directors, this individual will be instrumental in providing operational oversight, ensuring financial performance, and developing the resources necessary to support TCC s mission. The Executive Director is a dynamic and visionary leader with a passion for empowering youth to meet their true potential. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: Demonstrated success in achieving annual fundraising goals Proven leadership and management experience Strong oral and written communications skills Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective and respected relationships with board members, donors, and community leaders Proven financial acumen The successful candidate will be a self-starter and possess a high level of initiative, creativity, and energy. Significant experience with youth leadership programming, fundraising, and senior nonprofit management is essential. The successful candidate will be willing to relocate to New Orleans and commit fully to the community. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

4 Summary of Responsibilities Summary of Responsibilities 1. Operational Oversight Works with Board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning, and community outreach. Responsible for leading and mobilizing staff. Responsible for implementing and expanding TCC programs that carry out the organization s mission. Responsible for working with the Board in setting organizational policy. Responsible for facilitating, coordinating, and supporting the Board, its committees and consultants, as we collectively develop a new strategic plan and accompanying funding and staffing plan to support the Center as it enters this next chapter. Responsible for being active and visible in the community and working closely with other professional, nonprofit, civic, and private organizations. 2. Financial Performance Develops practices sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization. Responsible for working with the outside accountant on budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization. Responsible for reporting financials to the Board. Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position. 3. Board Governance Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising, and to increase the overall visibility of TCC to fulfill the mission. Responsible for leading TCC in a manner that supports and guides the organization s mission as defined by the Board of Directors. Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions. Participate in the organization s Board and committee meetings. The Executive Director will be the organization s primary liaison with the Board of Directors. Ensure the Board remains productive and efficient; oversee administrative work related to ongoing Board activities and Board meetings; develop Board meeting agendas and reports in collaboration with Executive Committee. Meet with Board Chair to clarify priorities, make key strategic decisions, plan for and follow up from quarterly Board meetings.

5 Summary of Responsibilities (cont.) 4. Fundraising/Marketing/Communications Responsible for fundraising and developing resources necessary to support TCC s mission Responsible for community outreach and serving as TCC s primary spokesperson with the organization s donors, one-on-one with potential donors and sponsors, corporate partners, media, and the general public. Responsible for marketing and communication efforts that promote the organization s mission. Responsible for participating in special events that promote the organization s mission. Application Process Interested applicants should submit their letter of interest and resume via at search@tccno.org. The Search Committee is now accepting nominations, inquiries, and applications for the Executive Director position. For full consideration by the Search Committee, all inquiries should be received by January 4, Applicant review will begin upon receipt and will continue until the Executive Director is named. All nominations, inquiries, applications, or requests for additional information should be submitted via to search@tccno.org. Trinity Community Center is an equal opportunity employer.

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