Executive Director - DC Chapter

Company: The American National Red Cross
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Executive Director - DC ChapterExecutive Director - DC ChapterApply locations Washington, DC time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id RC80282By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!Job Description:

• The American Red Cross is seeking an Executive Director to support the District of Columbia within the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region.
• WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:We are currently seeking a professional, innovative, and enthusiastic Executive Director for our District of Columbia Chapter. This position is an external-facing role focusing on community relations/capacity building, fundraising, and board leadership. This candidate must be comfortable being the face of the Red Cross in the District. This position supports region-partnered mission initiatives by providing facilitative leadership to local teams and updating regional leadership on the community's needs and perceptions. Incumbents will also be responsible for strengthening relationships with our community partners by educating them on the programs and opportunities the American Red Cross offers. The Executive Director in this region is responsible for regional engagement and fundraising goals set by the National Headquarters team. This position reports to the Regional Executive, serves as the primary liaison to the community, and is supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board.
• Dynamic Leadership of the District of Columbia Chapter: You will be the vital link between the American Red Cross and the communities we serve, ensuring our presence is deeply felt and our mission creates lasting change.
• Building Transformative Relationships: You will cultivate meaningful relationships with influential community leaders, businesses, philanthropists, and elected officials.
• Championing an Influential Board of Directors: You will develop and lead a diverse, influential Board of Directors, empowering these local champions to galvanize resources and support for the Red Cross.
• Inspiring Strategic and Influential Leadership: You will inspire and motivate a high-performing team of volunteers and employees to exceed fundraising, blood collection, and mission delivery goals.
• Creating a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging: You will foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and belonging.
• Visionary Chapter Planning: You'll spearhead the chapter's annual planning process, identifying key areas for community impact.
• Key Regional Leadership Role: You will work closely with the Regional CEO, playing an integral role in shaping the direction and success of the American Red Cross in the region.
• WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:Education: A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout territory, state, and Red Cross system.
• Physical Requirements: Physical requirements are those present in normal office environment conditions. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs.
• WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:Residents of the District of Columbia strongly decided. Experience working with community partners and other nonprofits. Strong fundraising knowledge within the District of Columbia.
• SALARY INFORMATION: The salary range for this position is $95,000 - 110,000 + incentives.
• BENEFITS FOR YOU:
  • Medical, Dental Vision plans
  • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • PTO: Starting at 15 days a year based on type of job and tenure
  • Holidays: 11 paid holidays
  • 401K with up to 6% match
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
  • Service Awards and recognitionApply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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