Job Description
Taproot Foundation
Chief Executive
Officer
Remote
Salary: $210,000-$230,000
BACKGROUND
The
Organization
Since 2001, Taproot Foundation
has been a leader in the pro bono movement, connecting nonprofits, companies,
and skilled volunteers to create social change. We believe that everyone has
the right to access the skills and resources they need to thrive, and we are
committed to building a more just and equitable society.
Pro bono service is a movement
that galvanizes people who see not just a challenge in their communities, but a
solution. The movement is fueled by the nonprofit professionals who refuse to
be held back by their lack of resources, and equally by the companies and
corporate professionals who show up with their hands raised, ready to work
alongside their community partners to make those ideas a reality.
Since 2001, The Taproot
Foundation has given shape and force to this movement—mobilizing thousands of
service engagements and generating over $160 million in pro bono work since its
inception. Going forward, we believe the welfare of our communities requires
even greater access to pro bono services.
Operating across the US,
Taproot operates through both in-person engagements and through a robust
digital solution called Taproot Plus. The organization has an annual budget of
$5.9M and over 40 staff.
Learn more about us by
exploring www.taprootfoundation.org.
The
Position
Taproot Foundation is looking
for a visionary leader who is both strategic and inspirational to join our team
as CEO. You will be responsible for developing our long-term vision and goals,
building relationships with key stakeholders, and overseeing all aspects of our
organization. You will also be a
champion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of
belonging.
We are looking for a leader who
has personal experience in pro bono engagement, is ready to lead an
organization with an inclusion-first mindset, and who brings prior executive
leadership, management, and organizational development experience along with relationships
that can be leveraged for driving new revenue opportunities, fundraising and
pro bono partnerships.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Thought Leadership:
Develop
an innovative and sound vision for Taproot’s future that resets the bar in pro
bono and re-establishes Taproot's role as the first mover in the sector. This
requires the ability to be visionary and inspiring and translating that vision
into programmatic and/organizational changes.
Movement Building:
Inspiring
teams, leaders, and supporters across sectors, disciplines, and industries to
establish pro bono as a mainstream facet of our society and culture. This
requires a passion for pro bono work and a deep understanding of the pro bono
landscape as well as exceptional communications, advocacy, and coalition
building.
Fundraising and Relationship-Building:
Implement
and support a comprehensive revenue plan that reflects a realistic and
sustainable blend of earned revenue, grants, sponsorships, individual giving,
and fee-for-service. This will require cultivating strong and trusting
relationships across funder types, as well as comfort making asks and closing
deals in partnership with the external relations team.
Leadership and Talent Development:
Redefine
the culture of Taproot, to amplify inclusion and belonging and establish
programs, processes, and talent practices to prioritize DEI in all aspects of
the organization’s people practices. This individual must build strong,
collaborative, and mentoring relationships at all levels of the organization,
fostering a culture of belonging, accountability, integrity, and continuous
improvement. This requires ensuring everyone understands and feels connected to
Taproot's vision, knows how their work contributes to evolving priorities, and
understands the rationale for important decisions.
Business Model Optimization:
Lead
the further alignment between delivery model, funding model, and market (and
movement) demands. This requires effective bandwidth planning and financial
acumen, as well as comfort in leveraging technology to support Taproot’s vision
and mission.
THE IDEAL
CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for the CEO position
possesses the following competencies:
Additional Qualifications
·
Deep
passion for Taproot’s vision and mission.
·
Visionary,
inspirational and strategic leader with experience defining a strategic vision,
as either a founder or CEO of an advocacy-based nonprofit.
·
At
least 10 years of executive leadership management experience, preferably in
both nonprofit and for-profit organizations.
·
Expertise
in leading an organization through a period of transformation.
·
Relationship
builder with a strong external presence and personal brand with the ability to
champion the pro bono movement with a wide range of stakeholders.
·
Interpersonal
and strategic dexterity to identify and capitalize on opportunities for new
programmatic initiatives and revenue streams, and to nurture and expand
strategic relationships.
·
Ability
to take a non-biased, 360-degree view of the organization and define a path to
align resources to the redefined vision.
·
Demonstrated
ability to produce results; an unwavering commitment to instilling quality and
innovation into all aspects of program and service development.
·
Demonstrated
fundraising ability.
·
Can
engender trust, respect, and confidence quickly; is bold, tenacious, and decisive.
·
Proven
track record attracting and leading diverse teams, from leadership to
individual contributors.
·
Culture
builder with experience managing a geographically dispersed team.
·
Bachelor’s
degree required. An advanced degree in a relevant field is strongly preferred.
WHO WE ARE
Work Environment
Taproot
operates in a fully remote work environment. Depending on where you are
located, there will be consistent travel to conferences, funder meetings,
program and community events that are primarily in New York City and San
Francisco.
Taproot
is an equal opportunity employer—we celebrate diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage candidates of
all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications
outlined above.
COMPENSATION
AND BENEFITS
Salary:
$210-230,000
Selection
of Benefits:
·
Comprehensive
benefits including medical, dental, and vision
·
403b
retirement account with a 2% match
·
Extensive
paid time off including ~25 holidays, 2 floating holidays, 15 vacation days
·
Additional
9 sick days
·
Professional
development funds available
Natalia Kepler
Senior Consultant
Jessica Hammerman
Managing Director,
Search
Merav Schwartz
Senior Associate
Submit an
application HERE.
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