Position Profile Executive Director, Social Venture Partners Minnesota

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1 Position Profile Executive Director, Social Venture Partners Minnesota Social Venture Partners: Social Venture Partners Minnesota (SVP MN) is one of 39 SVP affiliates in a global network of over 3,500 partners aligning purpose and passion to make a difference in the communities in which we live. We are an engaged philanthropy organization that leverages the money and talents of its members to promote philanthropy and improve the lives of at risk teens in the Twin Cities. Our members are successful entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and professionals skilled at growing organizations with a heart for making a better world. We are business entrepreneurs working alongside social entrepreneurs to solve social problems. We follow the venture capital model of patient, long-term investment combined with hands-on assistance (consulting) to help transform the social entrepreneur s vision into reality. We invest our financial, social and intellectual capital in the nonprofit innovators we support and partner with. Social Venture Partners members gain satisfaction from giving their time, talent and treasure forming rewarding personal relationships with each other, the nonprofit staff we support and the at risk teens whom our investees serve. SVP MN partners with innovative, early stage 501(c)(3) organizations that improve the lives of at risk teens. We follow a venture philanthropy model that provides financial, management and technical assistance for the organizations we support. We have found the combination of strategically timed financial investment and the contributions of our members skills for organizational capacity building produces the best long-term results for our Investees. We provide multi-year funding in the form of grants up to $25,000 per year to be used as general operating support. The funds are invested to help implement an Organizational Capacity Building Plan that we co-develop with each Investee. Social Venture Partners is committed to performance based multi-year funding of its Investees (with a maximum of three years) because we believe the continuity creates the greatest impact to improve the Investee s organizational effectiveness to achieve their missions. SVP MN s efforts to improve the lives of at risk teens are centered around three core strategies: Connect and engage individuals, helping them maximize the impact of their philanthropic giving. We believe we can accomplish much more together than we can individually. Strengthen and expand social ventures helping them take their vital work for at risk teens to the next level. Facilitate and invest in collaborative solutions aligning those with a common interest or cause to work together to go farther faster. SVP MN is an organization of modest size, but is often described as punching above its weight in terms of its disproportional influence and impact on our community. While SVP MN is a vibrant and healthy organization enjoying recent impressive growth, we believe we have only scratched the surface of what we can become. The Board and the Partnership value fresh and innovative ideas as we strive to dramatically amplify the organization s impact on at risk teens.

2 Role: The Executive Director (ED) is the senior management executive, leader, public face and spokesperson of SVP MN. The ED will work closely with the SVP Board of Directors (Board) to set the strategic direction of the organization. The ED will lead the development of operating plans and manage day-to-day operations to achieve the strategic objectives, metrics and targets of the organization. The ED leads and serves the SVP Partnership, managing the human and financial capital of the organization to make a positive impact on the lives of at risk teens. The SVP MN ED position is an exciting, challenging and rewarding opportunity. The ED will be expected to carefully consider different perspectives and opinions, act as a creative problem-solver and work to build consensus throughout the organization. A gift to connect with a wide range of people, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for the SVP model and mission are essential as the ED will be expected to bring to bear: The leadership skills to inspire, guide and direct the organization to achieve its mission The relationship management skills to effectively grow our partnership The business management skills to effectively manage the organization s brand, finances and operations The presence to be the public face and chief spokesperson of SVP Minnesota in the philanthropic and business communities The collaborative skills to develop and manage working relationships with like minded organizations The creativity and innovation skills to generate fresh ideas to take SVP MN to the next level The position is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make their mark by expanding and amplifying the impact of an organization with a compelling social mission, a well deserved reputation, a proven track record and a highly capable professional membership. Responsibilities: Mission and Strategic Development Lead and manage SVP MN s efforts to achieve its mission. Inform, report to and work with SVP s Board of Directors in updating and implementing our strategic plan and annual operating plans. Program Development Recruitment and Engagement Increase organizational impact by recruiting new Partners and developing new revenue sources such as Corporate Partners and Partners in Philanthropy. Connect to and develop relationships with Partners in a manner that results in their engagement and retention. Provide guidance and support to SVP Partners serving as Lead Partners to our Investee organizations.

3 Ensure that Investee organizations are receiving the support we have committed to in their respective Capacity Building Plans. Plan quarterly Partner meetings and recruitment events. Community Collaboration and Marketing Develop effective relationships, collaborations and partnerships with other like-minded individuals and organizations to enhance SVP MN s visibility, reputation and impact in the nonprofit and business communities. Become familiar with and leverage where appropriate the SVP Network Office s knowledge repository. Connect with Executive Directors of other SVP Affiliates to learn and share best practices. Develop, manage and implement a communications plan that ensures consistent and impactful communications to Partners, prospective Partners, Investees and the community. Organizational Development Lead and manage all business, financial, programmatic, administrative and operational activities of SVP. Lead and manage SVP MN s Partner Committee structure (e.g. Engagement, Investee Workshops, Recruiting, Investment, Due Diligence) to engage Partners, leverage their talents and enhance the effectiveness of the organization. Select, develop and manage SVP MN support staff (initially one staff member with the potential to add more if future growth warrants). Target Outcomes: The SVP MN ED will lead the organization s efforts to achieve our strategic outcomes as measured by SVP MN s core metrics and annual targets including: Increasing our impact on at risk teens by: Growing our portfolio (as measured by the number of active Investees in good standing) Increasing our impact on each Investee by providing effective coaching and timely skills and resources (as measured by investee satisfaction rating) Growing our Partnership by: Attracting Partners who share our passion and commitment (as measured by the number of new Partners) Engaging our Partners by keeping them informed, soliciting their input and providing rewarding opportunities to apply their talent (as measured by Partner engagement metrics and Partner satisfaction ratings)

4 Retaining our Partners by delivering a compelling personal value proposition (as measured by Partner retention percentage) Enhancing our internal capability by: Maintaining strong financial health (as measured by budget to actual, operating reserve and financial statements) Increasing the robustness of our systems and processes (evaluated qualitatively) Elevating the visibility, reputation and impact of SVP MN in the local community and the global SVP Network (as measured by number of Corporate Philanthropic Partners and qualitative evaluation) Qualifications: We seek a person with demonstrated leadership skills who can think strategically and work in a collaborative manner with numerous constituencies. Heart, humor and a passion for helping others are essential attributes of a successful candidate. Other requisite qualifications include: Innovative, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for the SVP model and mission Demonstrated success rapidly growing revenue and a membership base Demonstrated experience running the day to day operations of a moderate sized organization Experience working with and/or as a member of a non-profit Board A minimum seven years of work experience including management experience, program administration, business development and/or marketing Experience with and understanding of the distinct nature of a nonprofit organization and the role of mission, legal and tax issues, and maintenance of a positive public image Strong leadership skills and presence People person who can connect and engage with people and their interests Highly collaborative nature as SVP MN will likely thrive much more in a facilitative approach than a command and control management style A proven connector able to align people and organizations for community benefit Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking experience Proficiency in understanding and using information technology Operational level of knowledge and skills in deploying social media Professional in attitude and presentation Highly organized, skilled at multi-tasking Perceptive and proactive in anticipating potential problems and developing timely mitigation strategies Supervisory skills and experience

5 Respect and appreciation for diversity and inclusivity College degree To Apply: To apply for the Executive Director position please a Cover Letter and Resume to Eric Jackson, SVP Board Chair, at 2015EDSearch@svpmn.org. Applications will be received until the position is filled. In the resume, please ensure that your core competencies, differentiating attributes, key outcomes achieved and value delivered are clearly noted within the first two pages. Select applicants will be invited to a phone interview with members of the SVP ED Selection Committee. A subset of those interviewed may be invited back for an in-person interview. Select applicants of those interviewed in-person may be invited back for a second in-person interview where they will be asked to share their specific thoughts and ideas on how they would lead SVP MN to the next level. The Selection Committee will then present a recommended candidate to the Board for review and approval. Additional information on Social Venture Partners Minnesota can be found at