Job Description

 

Job Announcement: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Posted 7/17/2023

Overview
Established in 1962, Kent-Sussex Industries, Inc. (KSI), provides person-centered supports to assist people with disabilities in their pursuit of meaningful employment and participation in their communities. Located in
Milford, DE, KSI offers a range of renowned, quality programs and services throughout southern Delaware to help individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities attain their life goals. Serving more than 260 individuals and families in 2023 through a range of programming, this $8M nonprofit organization seeks a proven leader to leverage and expand upon its success.

The CEO

• Provides leadership and direction in informing and implementing KSI’s goals and objectives in keeping with its mission, strategic priorities, and capacity.
• Represents the organization and its mission to various and multiple constituencies including community members, government agencies, donors, business leaders, and partners.
• Partners with the board in developing strategic priorities and oversees all facilities and operations, ensuring the effective and efficient implementation of strategic initiatives and delivery of programs and services.
• Leads the board and staff in ensuring successful and measurable achievement of various revenue and program quality goals.

Qualifications

• A clear affinity for and commitment to KSI’s mission of assisting people with disabilities in living their best lives and experience in working with vulnerable populations.
• Proven abilities in effectively leading an organization of comparable size and complexity, or a division/department of a large, purpose-driven organization.
• Proven financial management skills and knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, ideally having managed multiple revenue streams and ensured proper stewardship of funds donated by individuals, government agencies, and others.
• Proven experience in planning and providing steady, yet motivational leadership through a period of organizational change
• High level of emotional intelligence with experience in building, managing, and leading staff as well as in leveraging and collaborating with a nonprofit board of directors.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with keen ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including: consumers, families, donors, business owners, local and state officials, and community members.
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills, including the ability to present, speak publicly on, and advocate for relevant issues.
• Proven skill in fund development through various techniques, including major donor cultivation.
• An appreciation for the distinctive aspects of the Delaware service landscape.
• Education and experience that demonstrates competent leadership and management skills.

Submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience to LLGpositions@gmail.com. Applications received by August 4, 2023, will be given priority but applications will be received until the position is filled.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. KSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milford, DE 19963: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have more than 5 years of management experience in a nonprofit organization?
• Have you managed a team of more than 20 individuals and/or a team with at least 5 direct reports?
• Do you have experience in working with people with disabilities or vulnerable populations?

Work Location: In person

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