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[Michelle Spradling <>]

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*EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR*

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*Rape Assistance and Awareness Program*, *(RAAP)* a community-based nonprofit
in Metro Denver, is dedicated to the elimination of sexual violence in our
local and surrounding communities. Our mission is to assist victims, helping
them move from survivor to “thriver.” Additionally, we are focused on
educating the public about sexual violence in an effort to bring about
social change.



RAAP is seeking a dynamic Executive Director who will provide vision and
leadership while promoting organizational growth and stability.  The
Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and has overall
responsibility for providing the leadership, strategic direction and
management of the organization in accordance with its mission, vision,
policies and objectives.  The Executive Director will provide mentorship and
supervision to staff; explore growth opportunities and lead strategic
planning processes. The Executive Director will manage financial and
fundraising systems to ensure adequate funding to meet program and
organizational goals; maintain active communications with board, staff,
volunteers and community agencies (criminal justice and community-based).  As
the spokesperson for RAAP, the Executive Director collaborates with
community partners and coalitions to advance a social justice agenda.



*Requirements:*

   - Proven strengths in financial management and fundraising, including
   developing and managing budgets, cash flow analysis, and financial
   reporting.
   - Successful track record in fundraising and donor development
   - Demonstrated leadership in human resource development and personnel
   management
   - Experience in and commitment to community outreach and partnership
   building
   - Excellent communication skills, effective at motivating staff and board
   and engaging partners through out the community
   - Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to design and
   maintain effective systems, organize resources, and establish priorities



*Qualifications: *

   - Masters in nonprofit management, business, public administration or
   related area; or comparable work experience.
   - Senior management experience (Executive Director level preferred)
   - Experience working with a community-based organization
   - Experience working with or reporting to nonprofit Board of Directors
   - Commitment to the mission and core values of RAAP
   - Strong leadership skills dedicated to fostering leadership at all
   levels.
   - Familiarity with the Benevon fundraising model a plus
   - Experience in sexual violence, domestic violence, or related issues a
   plus.



*RAAP is a staunch advocate of affirmative action and welcomes applications
from people of color, immigrants, women and men, people who identify as
LGBTQ, and people with disabilities. *



*To apply:*
Please send a cover letter and resume to Sarah Sowter, 
,
 *by
March 29, 2009*.  Please visit website for more information: www.raap.org.


On Mon, Mar 9, 2009 at 3:17 PM, Michelle Spradling <
>
 wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I am posting this announcement on behalf of a colleague. The position is in
> Denver, CO
>
> --
> Michelle Spradling
> Sexual Assault Interagency Council
> Project Director
> P.O. Box 18951
> Denver, CO 80218
> 720-913-9284
> 
> www.denversaic.org
>



-- 
Michelle Spradling
Sexual Assault Interagency Council
Project Director
P.O. Box 18951
Denver, CO 80218
720-913-9284

www.denversaic.org