The role of a nonprofit executive director (ED) is all-encompassing. The ED is literally in charge of everything, including the success of their board. And while every nonprofit is different, there are nine key areas that every ED should master. Don't count on your board to know what EDs actually do. By knowing the job, you can deliver for your mission, your board, and your career. In this 60-minute webinar, we will Learn what high-performing EDs prioritize Learn what can be delegated and what is your job Get free tools and templates to make the job easier

1. 9 Key Responsibilities
of Nonprofit Executive
Directors
April 2, 2019

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Sean Kosofsky
Owner,
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7. 9 Key Responsibilities of
Nonprofit Executive Directors
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Wednesday, April 2, 2019
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Presentation by Sean Kosofsky, MPA
Principal, Mind the Gap Consulting, LLC

8. About Me
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Ø Sean M. Kosofsky, MPA. “Nonprofit Fixer”
Ø Executive Director for 5 charitable
& political organizations
Ø 25+ years in nonprofit fundraising
Ø I train other executive directors and boards

9. 3

10. 4
Ø Permeates everything below
ØResponsible for all areas
ØCEO (Chief of Enthusiasm and Optimism)
ØEmbrace ambiguity, functional conflict
ØCombat groupthink and mission creep
ØEmpower others and model good behavior
ØBe open to collaboration and be opportunistic
ØUnderstand leadership challenges of the sector
ØKnow the nonprofit sector (conflicts of interest, transparency, etc.)
ØArticulate a bold vision, mission, statement of need, and strategy while
building alignment
1. Leadership

11. 5
Ø Responsible for all fundraising (raising and enabling the resources, training,
and tools)
Ø This is not wholly delegated
Ø Hiring development staff
Ø Board development
2. Fund Development

12. 6
Ø Assist in their operations and planning
Ø Help build, sustain, and strengthen all board functions
Ø Help implement board goals and policies
Ø Get role clarity and support them in all ethical actions
Ø Get alignment with the board on direction and programs
Ø Your best investment is board development!
3. Board Support & Development

13. 7
Ø Demonstrate competence in budgets and cash flow
Ø Understand income statements, balance statements,
and statements of functional expenses
Ø Understand 990s, audits, and compliance
with standards
Ø Create and adhere to financial controls
Ø Get training and manage up
4. Financial Management

14. 8
Ø Onboarding, recruitment,
retention, management, and compliance
Ø Delegation, decision-making, job descriptions,
collaboration, and meetings
Ø Using volunteers, board members,
and performance measurement
Ø Develop future leadership
Ø Insist on high standards and accountability
Ø Compensation policy, including benefits
5. Human Resources

15. 9
Ø Hardware/software for donors, collaboration, storage, communication,
and records. Policies.
Ø Facility – Lease, insurance, lounge, furniture, storage
Ø OSHA
Ø Plans for natural disasters
Ø Remote? Work styles
Ø Power outlets/visitors/coffee
Ø Workstations and the message they send
Ø Waiting/client services area
Ø Operations manual
6. Operations and Technology

16. 10
Ø Create the conditions to meet your mission
Ø Execute programs AND help change society
Ø Program design. Ensure quality and effectiveness of programs.
Ø Evaluate
Ø Be open to accountability from stakeholders
Ø Be an industry thought leader. Stay on top of
trends and developments.
7. Programs & Advocacy

17. 11
Ø Develop and maintain strong relationships in your sector, your region,
among peers, among donors, industry associations, and the media.
Ø Work in coalition and be transparent
Ø Communicate regularly w/stakeholders & public
Ø Show appreciation & show where $ goes
Ø Remind folks that you exist
Ø Authority to engage media/join coalitions
8. Community Relations &
Communication

18. 12
Ø Comply with all laws and regulations
Ø Meet the highest standards for your industry/region
Ø Understand legal frameworks for running a nonprofit
9. Compliance and Best Practices

19. 13
Executive Director Toolkit
9 Free Tools for EDs
bit.ly/NPFixer9

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