With the current Airdrie Food Bank Executive Director Lori McRitchie retiring in September, the food bank has put out the call to try and fill her position.
According to the food bank, The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure the successful leadership and management of the Airdrie Food Bank.
"You are responsible for the financial management of the organization, making sure that things stay on budget, creating that budget, there's a piece about governance and making sure that we're following all the rules that are set out by the Canada Revenue Agency, the City of Airdrie, and through the Government of Alberta," shared McRitchie.
According to the Airdrie Food Bank website, the major responsibilities include:
- Provide direct oversight to the financial operations of the organization.
- Build and maintain relationships with government, partners, funders, members, and key stakeholders.
- Provide advice and support to the Board of Directors through timely reporting.
- Manage and motivate the staff.
- Ensure inquiries from local and regional media are handled appropriately.
- Support programs and projects in development, operations, and capacity-building.
- Provide leadership in fundraising activities, including corporate, individual, and foundation giving, and oversee the development of key fundraising activities and programs, including annual signature events.
- Create and implement the agency business plan using objectives and priorities provided by the Board.
McRitchie is looking forward to working with whoever garners the role and making it an easy transition.
Some of the qualifications, according to the food bank that they are looking for include:
- Proven experience in executive leadership and management.
- Strong financial management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in fundraising and grant writing.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
- Knowledge of human resources management and volunteer management.
Those interested have until April 1 to apply. If you want to do so or learn more about the position, click HERE.
"Having a caring heart and wanting what's best in our community is also a key piece."
She concluded by saying the food bank is feeding more families than every week and that the number of visits is up over 30 per cent compared to this time last year.
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