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Director of Operations
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Since 1992, Unity Foundation of La Porte County has served donors, nonprofits and local communities. As La Porte County’s community foundation, we manage $45 million in assets, administer more than 350 charitable funds, and have distributed more than $25 million through direct grants and scholarships. We are an organization created by and for the people in our local area and our core purpose is to help others. We are distinguished by our mission to be in La Porte County forever and to manage donors’ charitable wishes, as well as utilize financial resources to meet La Porte County’s needs and opportunities as those needs change over time.
We are currently seeking a Director of Operations to join our team in Michigan City, IN. In this role, you will work alongside the President to direct internal administrative activities, focusing on building assets, strengthening Unity itself, and strengthening the communities of La Porte County and the region.
Pay: $70,000-$85,000/year depending on experience
Benefits:
· Health Insurance
· 401K
· Disability
· Paid Time Off
Responsibilities:
· Responsible for day-to-day operational excellence of Unity’s mission, goals, and priorities.
· Oversees Unity’s fund management and financial activities.
· Supervises staff and works with our PEO for Human Resource functions Establishes relationships with both donors and grantees.
· Directs public awareness efforts toward promoting the good works of the Foundation.
· Works closely with the President to scale potential new funding opportunities.
· Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with some emphasis on business administration, organizational management, philanthropy or communications.
· Certification in nonprofit management, fundraising (CFRE) or related discipline.
· At least three (3) years’ experience managing a nonprofit organization and in the development/implementation of plans and programs to achieve organizational objectives.
· At least three (3) years’ experience with community foundations, nonprofit management and fundraising.
· Previous experience managing and/or working on budgets, finances and fund accounting, investments and highly complex situations.
· Strong knowledge of La Porte County, its communities, issues and opportunities.
Schedule:
· Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
· This role requires in-office presence, with periodic remote-work opportunity.
Please submit a resume to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least three (3) years of experience managing a non-profit organization?
- Do you have at least three (3) years’ experience with community foundations, nonprofit management and fundraising?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
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