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Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association protecting our ocean wilderness through public stewardship

FARALLONES MARINE SANCTUARY ASSOCIATION

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Background

The Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association (FMSA) is a non-profit membership organization whose mission is to support and protect the resources of the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. We have a Cooperating Agreement with a National Marine Sanctuary, which occupies over 1200 square miles of rich and diverse marine habitat off the northern California coast, and our mission includes running programs under contract with them. As examples, over 100 FMSA volunteers monitor dozens of beaches as part of the Beach Watch program which provides valuable data for the Sanctuary; our education programs bring area youth to the coast, to explore and learn about the Sanctuary in a hands-on fashion; and a priority FY ’09 program launch entails locating marine debris. All of these efforts provide critical teaching and outreach to the community, while in service to the Sanctuary.

Key Responsibilities of Executive Director

Fundraising

Lead fundraising effort for an annual budget of approximately $700,000, including writing grant proposals and reports and building relationships with funders.
Identify, cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors and foundations.
Build opportunities to engage new members and sustain existing membership.

Financial Management

Implement long-term plan for the financial health of the organization.
Oversee development of annual budgets, for approval by the Board.
Manage the organization's resources within budget guidelines.
Ensure that financial books and records are accurate, timely, accountable and transparent.

Staff Management

Effectively manage the organization’s staff of approximately 10 employees.
Ensure current personnel policies, annual performance evaluation of staff and participate in the resolution of staff conflict.
Sustain a positive and productive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse staff of top quality people.

Community and Public Relations

Assure that the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in strong, positive images to relevant audiences.
Effectively communicate with major donors, foundations, members, and volunteers.

Collaboration and Coordination with Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary (GFNMS)

Ensure that FMSA’s mission, programs and products are aligned with the GFNMS Joint Management Plan.
Responsible for overseeing agreements with the Marine Sanctuary and developing a productive working relationship with the Sanctuary Superintendent

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have substantial leadership experience and a familiarity with nonprofit organizations and governance.

Leadership, decisiveness and vision.
A proven ability to work collaboratively (internally, externally, and with diverse communities and government agencies) to reach organizational goals.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a strong comfort in public speaking.
Demonstrated leadership in non-profit fundraising including the ability to raise money from a variety of sources, most particularly major donors, corporations and foundations.
Proven management experience including hiring, supervising and supporting staff.
Experience in budgeting and financial management.
Passion for and commitment to environmental protection and marine issues.

Salary and Benefits

Salary dependent on experience. FMSA offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation, health care and dental coverage.

To Apply

Send cover letter and resume, preferably by email, to:

jobsearch@farallones.org

or write to:

FMSA Jobsearch,
c/o GFNMS,
991 Marine Drive
Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129

Position open until filled. Consideration of resumes will begin July 18, 2008.

FMSA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.