Associate Director

Indianapolis, IN, United States

Job Description

The Associate Director plays a crucial role in the leadership team of MICI-AHEC, contributing to the development and execution of strategic initiatives to achieve the organization's mission and goals of pipeline programming. This position requires a dynamic and strategic leader with a strong background in nonprofit management, program development, fundraising and grant writing experience.

This position is responsible for the operational support of MICI-AHEC programs, assisting the executive director with efficient and effective non-profit best-practice solutions. The position applies demonstrated expertise and leadership to guide the department to the most effective use of the systems to achieve the goals and objectives of MICI-AHEC programs and the strategic mission of the University of Indianapolis.

The Associate Director helps to lead the annual planning and budgeting process as well as a few new strategic initiatives and special projects each year. The Associate Director will also be involved in fundraising efforts as well as communications with donors. The purpose of this Associate Director position is to manage the day-to-day operations (staff, systems, and budget support with the Executive Director) within MICI-AHEC. They will promote timely and accurate completion of high-quality outcomes and reports in order to advance the MICI-AHECs mission, and will contribute significantly to the preparation of competitive grant proposals to sustain and grow MICI-AHEC funding. The Associate Director will lead the MICI-AHEC Scholars program. Responsibilities include planning and implementing community experiences and overseeing scholars’ online didactic progress on Canvas Expand as well as tracking and inputting all community experiences and individual experiences each year. The Associate Director is also responsible for retaining at least 15 students in each AHEC Scholars cohort for each year. The incumbent interacts with MICI AHEC staff, University of Indianapolis administration, staff, professional organizations, community and business leaders; and various healthcare constituencies, agencies and providers.

Company Description

Become a Greyhound! The University of Indianapolis is a private, liberal arts university and home to a close-knit community of more than 700 faculty and staff supporting 5,600 undergraduate and graduate students on our main campus.  We offer an inclusive work environment where your individual contributions will be recognized and rewarded and the University’s motto, “Education for Service,” provides the foundation for all our work.

Situated on 65 acres in the University Heights neighborhood and just minutes from downtown   Indianapolis , UIndy’s campus is close to all of the cultural, shopping, sports, and recreational amenities you’d expect in the 13th-largest city in the United States.  Want to cheer on your Hounds when they play their rivals in the Great Lakes Valley Conference?  UIndy employees and their families enjoy free admission to home sporting events, and many arts and cultural events on campus are free for employees as well.  The University is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including a generous time off policy, ensuring you can enjoy your time outside of work as you wish.

If you’re interested in joining our dynamic environment and experiencing hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application.

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Discount

Retirement Savings Plan - 403B

Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals

Paid Holiday time and additional University days off

Employee Discounts & Services

Free Parking

Onsite Health & Wellness Center

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.

Responsibilities- Associate Director

Strategic Leadership:

Collaborate with the Executive Director and other leadership team members to develop and implement the organization's strategic plan.

Provide strategic direction and contribute to decision-making processes that align with the organization's mission and vision.

Assist in setting organizational goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with the overall strategic plan.

Program Development and Management:

Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services to ensure they effectively meet the organization's objectives.

Work closely with program managers to monitor program outcomes and impact, making data-driven adjustments as needed.

Identify opportunities for program expansion or improvement and provide recommendations to the leadership team.

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Fundraising and Development:

Collaborate with the stakeholders to create and implement fundraising strategies to secure financial support from donors, grants, and other funding sources.

Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners to enhance the organization's fundraising efforts.

Lead the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns.

Staff Management and Development:

Supervise and mentor staff, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.

Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and a commitment to the organization's mission.

Ensure effective communication and coordination among team members.

Community Engagement:

Represent the organization in the community and establish strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and other relevant entities.

Actively participate in community events, forums, and networks to promote the organization's mission and increase awareness.

Qualifications- Associate Director

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred

Three years of relevant experience

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