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Seneca Creek Community Church · 1 day ago

Executive Director, Community Hope Center

Gaithersburg, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

Seneca Creek Community Church is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Executive Director for the Community Hope Center, a ministry focused on serving neighbors in Gaithersburg and surrounding areas. The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership for the Center’s programs and operations, oversee staff, ensure compliance with grant requirements, cultivate community partnerships, and lead fundraising efforts to deliver impactful services.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Develop, nurture, and manage partnerships with businesses, civic organizations, social service agencies, faith communities, and government entities

Collaborate with partners and staff to assess community needs and develop responsive programs and services

Represent The Community Hope Center at community meetings and coalitions, including county-wide and regional collaborations

Supervise and develop a team of several direct-report staff members

Lead the development and implementation of a robust volunteer engagement strategy, including recruitment, training, screening, and retention

Collaborate with church staff to engage volunteers from the church community

Ensure volunteers are supported, appreciated, and well-prepared for their roles

Manage The Community Hope Center’s operational budget and ensure fiscal accountability

Assist with the development and execution of annual fundraising plans

Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, businesses, and foundations

Plan and coordinate fundraising events, annual giving efforts, and donor appreciation activities

Ensure programs meet grant objectives, compliance requirements, and reporting standards

Oversee food program compliance with state and local regulations and FDA Food Code standards

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures to ensure continuity of operations

Ensure programs disseminate information about other available community resources (e.g., SNAP, rental assistance, healthcare, employment services)

Ensure accurate data collection and reporting on program outcomes, volunteer engagement, and service metrics

Support and coordinate special events such as holiday distributions and community celebrations

Work with staff to maintain outreach materials and develop communications to promote Community Hope Center programs and needs

Pursue ongoing professional development and represent the organization at community events

Qualification

Grant managementFundraisingCommunity engagementLeadershipBudgetingBilingual (English/Spanish)Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required (preferred fields include management, social work, community development, business administration, public health, or related disciplines)

Experience managing employees and volunteers

Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Experience with budgeting, grant management, and fundraising

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Physical activity including lifting up to 40 Ibs and extended periods of standing or walking in support of programs and community events required

Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for community events