The Executive Director is the key management leader of AXYS. The Executive Director is responsible for leading the fundraising, donor relations, marketing, and community outreach efforts of the organization while overseeing its administration, programs, projects, and strategic plan. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors and follows policies and procedures as the Board states.
General Responsibilities
Board Governance: Works with the board to fulfill the organizations mission
Responsible for leading AXYS in a manner that supports and guides the organizations mission as defined by the Board of Directors
Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and make informed decisions
Responsible for bringing changes in policies, procedures, strategic plans, communication strategies, fundraising plans, major budget shifts, etc. to the board for approval
Financial Performance and Growth: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization
Take primary responsibility for the financial development of the organization including overseeing and coordinating fundraising activities, identifying and applying for grants, analyzing data from previous campaigns to improve future campaigns, donor relations to support the AXYS mission.
Oversee the financial integrity of AXYS, and, in collaboration with the board treasurer, submit to the Board a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.
Operate within the approved budget and maintaining the organization in a positive financial position
Identify, organize, coordinate, and contribute to applications for various grant opportunities
Mission and Strategy: Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning, and community involvement
Develop and implement programs that carry out the organizations mission and strategic plans
Enhance the organizations image by being active and visible in the X and Y Chromosome Variation community and by working closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations
Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations throughout the country and utilize those relationships to strategically enhance the AXYS mission
Work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising, and to increase the overall visibility
Work closely with the AXYS Clinic and Research Consortium
Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide support and guidance through social media, personal communication, newsletters, and other means
Operations: Oversees and utilizes existing resources to ensure that the organization implements its programs and projects
Hire, supervise, and retain competent and qualified staff and volunteers
Review and sign all notes, contracts, agreements, and other instruments
Works with the board in the planning and operations of an annual budget
Keep current all required registrations and certifications for compliance with state and federal regulations
Establish employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions
Organize and oversee the implementation of a strategic plan
Coordinate Board and committee meetings
Oversee marketing and other communications efforts
Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors
