The Appalachian Community Fund, based in Knoxville, TN, is seeking 
candidates for Executive Director.  Applicants must have a history of 
social justice work, fundraising, organizational management.  For more 
information, go to http://www.appalachiancommunityfund.org  
  
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
 Overview

The Board of Directors is seeking a highly skilled individual to lead 
the Appalachian Community Fund into the 2nd decade of the 21st  century.
 This position requires commitment to social justice, deep  connection
to and knowledge of Appalachia, strategic visioning and  analysis,
strong leadership, management, communication skills, and  ability to do
fundraising through multiple strategies. Travel to the  Appalachian
region is required.
 
About ACF
 
The Appalachian Community Fund (ACF) is a publicly supported, non- 
profit grant making organization that provides resources and support  to
grassroots organizations working to overcome the underlying causes  of
poverty and injustice in Central Appalachia (East Tennessee,  Eastern
Kentucky, Southwest Virginia and West Virginia). ACF is a  member fund
of the Funding Exchange and is represented on its board of  directors.
 
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) oversees ACF’s full range of programs, 
financial and administrative systems.  Additionally, the ED is the  lead
spokesperson for the organization and the regionally funded work,  as
well as the primary contact with  funders and donors.  The ED also 
advocates in public realms for policies and funding that support the 
goals of the ACF communities.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
 
Work with an active Board of Directors in setting policies and 
strategic directions to refine and implement the organization's
mission.
 
Establish, maintain and enforce administrative, personnel and 
programmatic policies and procedures. Maintain official records and 
documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local 
regulations.
 
Build, foster and maintain cooperative relationships with social 
justice groups and individuals. Promote ACF’s visibility, represent 
the organization and its beliefs, and attend key conferences and 
meetings.
 
Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and provide ongoing supervision and 
support to all staff members, including assistance in developing work 
plans. Oversee management of independent contractors. Provide staff 
development opportunities that enhance skills and motivate performance.
 
Co-create an organizational culture that embraces good work,
transparency, team-building, and shared decision making.
 
Conduct oversight of fiscal management, including overseeing 
preparation of the budget and audit, providing timely financial 
information to the board and staff, and ensuring that proper fiscal  and
accounting practices are in place.
 
Provide overall leadership for revenue generation activities. Oversee 
the development and implementation of annual fundraising, marketing, 
and earned income plans. Actively seek new revenue sources, including 
expanding the donor base. Develop and maintain positive relationships 
with donors and funders. Identify opportunities for board and other 
volunteer involvement in revenue generation. Monitor grants and 
contracts, assuring that agreements are properly fulfilled and 
deadlines met.
 
Oversee further development and implementation of ACF’s programs.
Provide for quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation of all 
programs. Ground programs in political analysis, relevant theory, 
research, and experience.
 
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in 
the fields of fundraising, philanthropy and social justice work.
 
 
 
Desired Qualifications:
 
Strong belief in the mission and political framework of ACF, including 
a personal and/or professional history demonstrating a passion for and 
commitment to building stronger social justice movement and equality  in
the Appalachian region.
 
A strong track record of developing productive relationships in 
regional and national networks and coalitions. Ability to build 
relationships internally and externally, foster a cooperative 
environment, and work collaboratively with ACF constituencies, other 
organizations and potential allies.
 
Substantial experience in maintaining the financial viability of a
community nonprofit with shifting revenue streams.
 
Experience in leading group development, a commitment to open and 
direct communication, organizational change and creating a positive 
work environment. Commitment to building and mentoring a high- 
performing staff.
 
Familiarity with fundraising trends, and demonstrated understanding of 
how those trends affect social justice organizations.
 
A commitment to, and demonstrated success in, grassroots fundraising
from development to implementation.
 
Successful, proven experience in planning and organizational 
development.
 
Experience working in a multiracial organization with a strong 
commitment to supporting communities of color and anti-racist work.
 
An ability to work across the intersections of race, class, gender, 
sexuality, and disability.
 
Excellent written and oral communication skills, advanced computer 
skills, knowledge of financial systems, and experience with public
speaking and interactions.
 
Salary and Benefits
 
Salary offered will be $40,000-$44,000, depending on the experience of 
the selected candidate.  Full benefits are included.
 
Application Process and Deadline
 
Applicants should send their resumes and cover letters describing 
their qualifications and their interest in the position to 
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interest in this  position will not be considered. The job is in the
Knoxville office  and the applicant must be willing to relocate. The
deadline for  application submission is Friday, March 7, 2011.
 
 
Beth Dortch
Appalachian Community Fund
Board of Directors