Executive Director of the Coalition for Osteopathic Excellence - Burrell College - Florida Campus

The Executive Director can work from either Burrell College location - Las Cruces, NM or Melbourne, FL.

The Coalition for Osteopathic Excellence (COE) is a 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to improve healthcare through the financial support of medical education and health-related endeavors for students at the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, including providing avenues for medical research and development.

COE is seeking an Executive Director to serve as the chief development officer reporting to the Chair of the COE Board of Directors.  The Executive Director manages the daily operation of the COE and is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the COE’s policies and projects within parameters established by the Board. This is an independent contractor (1099) position.

*This position is posted on behalf of The Coalition of Osteopathic Excellence by Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.  The candidate that is hired for this position will be employed by The Coalition of Osteopathic Excellence - they will not be an employee of Burrell College.* 

Scope of Work:
Fundraising:

• Identify, respond to, and monitor potential philanthropic opportunities, including major gifts, minor gifts, grants, and community organization support for the benefit of students attending the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine in New Mexico and Florida.
• Report fundraising activity summary to the Board on regular basis.
• Manage donor communication, including solicitation of philanthropic funds, documentation of pledges and acknowledgement of donations received.
• Conduct site visits for current and prospective donors, as appropriate.
• Plan and implement at least one annual public fundraising event.

Financial and Legal Compliance:

• Serve as liaison to external financial management staff, fulfilling documented fiscal management responsibilities on behalf of the COE Board.
• Approve COE purchase requisitions and negotiate contracts and other commitments for COE Chair’s approval.
• Develop and monitor annual COE operational budget, in collaboration with Board Treasurer and external financial management staff; hold responsibility for management of COE performance within the Board-approved revenue and expense budgets report status of operational budget to COE Board at least 4 times annually.
• With legal advisor, keep informed about changes in regulatory issues affecting foundations and/or nonprofits, timely transmitting information to the Board as necessary.

Board Governance Support:

• Plan board meetings with COE President, prepare all necessary support material.
• Record, construct, and maintain official records of minutes and governing documents.
• As requested by the Board, prepare occasional reports, white papers, and research topics for discussion.
• Inform the Board of donor or community issues, of changes in philanthropy including new legislation, and of potential development opportunities.
• At least twice annually, prepare environmental scan of community for the Board. Maintain records of Board and Officer terms and annual elections.

Communications and Public Relations:

• Develop periodic reports highlighting COE activities and distribute them to the community.

• Oversee development and implementation of social media campaigns promoting COE.
• Prepare news releases and obtain approval from Board Chair prior to submission.
• Update COE website at least annually.

Promotion of Philanthropy and External Relations:

• Maintain a visible profile for the COE in the community by participating in events, seminars, and conferences.
• Demonstrate and educate the Board regarding best development practices.
• Oversee donor recognition and outreach programs as established and implemented by the Board.

Other skills important to this position:

• Strong written and oral communication and collaboration skills.
• Clearly demonstrated successful experience in philanthropy and development.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently but within a well-developed collaborative environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Four-year bachelor’s degree minimum
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of both fundraising and nonprofit administration experience; experience with foundations supporting higher education institutions is preferred.
  • Experience in marketing and communications, with portfolio of published work.
• Preferences:
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Strong grant writing experience.

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