Adaptive Commissioning Solutions · 2 months ago
Chief Executive Officer
Adaptive Commissioning Solutions is a strategic grant-making organization dedicated to enhancing health and well-being across the greater Kansas City community. They are seeking an influential and forward-thinking Chief Executive Officer to lead MHF into the next chapter of impact and innovation, overseeing operations and grant cycles while fostering a culture of transparency and partnership.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with MHF’s mission and Trust Based Philanthropy principles; lead a small, collaborative team in partnership with the Jewish Community Foundation CEO and staff
Serve as primary spokesperson for MHF, cultivating relationships across the Jewish community, diverse Kansas City neighborhoods, and with funders and civic partners; initiate and oversee special projects approved by the Board
Direct multiple annual grant cycles, ensuring effective evaluation, compliance, and recordkeeping; identify impactful projects with staff and committees, and lead innovative/incubation grantmaking
Maintain a creative, knowledgeable, and community-focused approach to grantmaking, strengthening relationships with grantees and partner organizations
Partner with the Investment Committee to oversee the investment committee strategy and asset allocation; review the Investment Policy Statement annually, monitor financial trends, and ensure liquidity for strategic decisions
Prepare and manage the annual budget, provide regular financial reporting to the Board, and ensure compliance with accounting, legal, tax, and continuity requirements; maintain communication with constituent fund representatives/custodians
Provide timely information to the Board, implement decisions and policies, and actively participate in Board activities
Build strong relationships with board members, community stakeholders, and grantees; represent MHF at community events and manage external communications
Qualification
Required
Proven leadership experience within an organization of similar size/scope; prior nonprofit experience ideal
Demonstrated success with strategic planning and execution, investment oversight, and committee work
Excellence in organizational management with the ability to work closely with a Board of Directors
Strong presentation and communication skills; comfortable serving as lead spokesperson and relationship builder
Coalition building skills with the ability to work effectively across a variety of stakeholders
Substantial knowledge of Jewish culture and the Kansas City Jewish community
Excellent financial acumen with a demonstrated ability to manage and analyze budgets and financials
Strong understanding of grantmaking processes and the nonprofit sector
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Advanced degree or comparable experience preferred