CLIENT SUMMARY:
 
Sweet Adelines International is a worldwide organization of women singers committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony through education, competition and performance.
 
Founded in 1945 and headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Sweet Adelines International is the leading educational organization for women’s barbershop singing.  With a full-time staff of 25 and 24,000 members in over 500 choruses across five continents, it is the largest women’s singing organization in the world.  Visit the organization’s website at www.sweetadelineintl.org.
 
JOB SUMMARY: 
 
The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors and be responsible for the overall management and day-to-day leadership of the organization at its headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  With a passion for vocal music and the arts, she/he will inspire and motivate a dedicated staff and community of volunteers. The Executive Director will help develop and execute initiatives that promote membership growth, enhance the visibility of Sweet Adelines worldwide, and ensure the continued financial strength of the organization.  The Executive Director will also participate in the strategic planning process with the Board and lead the execution of the annual and long range strategic plans.
 
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
·         Board Partnership and Executive Management: Work closely with the Board of Directors and lead the senior management team. Participate in the development and lead the execution of annual and long range plans, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, to promote the mission and health of the organization. Serve as the key liaison between the Board and headquarters staff and represent the interests and needs of the staff. Help to create and implement a performance measurement system of our membership, program, and financial goals and have overall accountability to the Board for the successful implementation of member educational programs, events and services.
 
·         Marketing and Community Involvement: Assess the image of the organization in the marketplace and help make any refinements necessary to project a vibrant, contemporary identity to members, prospective members and the broader arts community. Enhance the visibility of the organization worldwide through effective

 
public relations and marketing efforts to promote membership growth. Be an active
presence in the arts community through attendance at key conferences and speaking/networking at high profile events.
 
·         Volunteer Leadership: Provide guidance, support and inspiration to key volunteer leaders and their committee members. Facilitate communication and cultivate productive working relationships between headquarters staff and members involved in the development and delivery of member education, organizational programs, materials and events.
 
·         Fundraising and Resource Development: Lead fundraising efforts, including donor programs and potential corporate sponsorships, grants and other initiatives that might represent new streams of revenue for the organization.
 
·         Fiscal Management:  Lead the development of the annual budget and, once approved by the Board, take overall responsibility for financial planning and monitoring to ensure that the organization is operating efficiently and within budget.
 
·         Administration and Operations Management: Provide support and oversight to key departments, including Finance & Administration, Communications, Education, Information Technology, Meetings & Corporate Services, Sales and Music Services.  Ensure that all Human Resource functions, including legal requirements, salary & benefits, recruitment, staff development, and employee relations are managed in a proactive and professional manner. Maintain a positive work environment that attracts, motivates and retains top-quality staff personnel. 
 
IDEAL CANDIDATE’S EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Experience:
-          10+ years of strong general management experience, including managing a team of at least six direct reports and knowledge of HR issues; non-profit experience a plus
-          Significant marketing, sales and/or public relations experience that drove membership/customer development and engagement
-          Profit & Loss responsibility for a budget in excess of $5 million
-          Demonstrated success in fundraising for a non-profit organization
-          Experience working with a Board of Directors
-          Global perspective and experience working with diverse cultures a plus
-          Experience building a results-oriented culture where performance is measured and success is rewarded

 
Qualifications:
-          A collaborative management style that resonates with professional staff and volunteers
-          Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
-          Passion for vocal music and performance or other arts-related field
-          Dynamic leader who can facilitate change and help create a culture of innovation
-          Undergraduate degree required; MBA or other advanced degree a plus
-          Ability to travel 4-6 times per year, including attendance at major competitions, conventions and educational events, and availability for frequent weekend meetings with volunteer committees and the Board
-          Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel