EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - Double D Foundation

The Double D Foundation

Executive Director, Non-Profit

The mission of The Double D Foundation is to support and protect the Second Amendment by growing the number of Americans involved in the shooting sports who understand the fundamentals of firearm safety and who share the core belief that the Second Amendment Defends the Rest.

The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing the objectives and initiatives of the organization as outlined below:

Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight to the organization, work directly with the Board of Directors, and shape the organization’s future.
• Responsible for fundraising and creating the conditions for financial success. This includes soliciting major gifts and working alongside the Board and staff to develop actionable fundraising plans.
• Build and cultivate relationships with other nonprofit leaders and look for opportunities to collaborate with causes that align with the foundation and coordinate long-term strategic partnerships to fulfill the organizations unmet needs.
• Direct and oversee all policies, objectives and initiatives regarding foundation activities.
• Develop policies designed to maximize foundation funding and develop goals and strategies for all fundraising campaigns.
• Meet with donors and prospective donors to create and foster relationships.
• Develop policies for grant review and approval process.
• Develop budgets, policies and procedures to support the functional infrastructure of the organization.
• Champions and clearly articulates the vision, mission, and strategic direction of the organization.
• Make day-to-day operational decisions.
• Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff.
• Provide the Board with the resources it needs to incite change and promote growth.
• Play a role in selecting Board members and act as a liaison between the Board and the staff.
• Plan and prepare meeting structure and information for Board meetings in coordination with the Board chair.
• Serve as the public face of the organization. Will be the most visible and concrete embodiment of the organization and should represent the nonprofit in a professional light.
• Attend and host numerous foundation events to include fundraising and program kickoffs.
• Serve as the main point of contact for donors, community members, media, etc.
• Maintain strong relationships among peers, key stakeholders, media, industry associations, and more.
• Responsible for the fiscal integrity of Double D Foundation, to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to understand financial documents to include budgets, cash flow, income statements, balance statements, etc.
• Work with other leaders in the industry as well as government/political representatives to take advantage of applicable corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
• Ensure the organization is operating in compliance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Review and approve contracts for services.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

Professional Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor’s Degree with 7+ years of experience or a combination of related experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Five or more year’s senior nonprofit management experience.
• Transparent and high integrity leadership.
• Experience and skill in working with a Board of Directors.
• High-level strategic thinking and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organization’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers and donors.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.
• Proven history of successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results.
• Active fundraising experience. Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community.
• Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders, partner agencies and volunteers.
• Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong public speaking ability.
• Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy.
• Willing and able to travel as needed to support fundraising efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work with our Permission to Play Values.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the workday.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position.