Regional Director, Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho

Regional Directors are critical to the fluid operation of Junior Achievement of Washington (JAWA). The Regional Director, Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho (EWNI), provides leadership to the JAWA's development function to secure revenue and strengthen our work throughout the region.

Title: Regional Director, Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho

Area: Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho

Reports to: CDO

Status: Full-Time, Salaried

Impact

The Regional Director (RD) is responsible for the overall quality and effectiveness of Junior Achievement of Washington (JAWA) within the Eastern Washington Northern Idaho, WA (EWNI) region. This position provides leadership to the JAWA's development function to secure revenue and strengthen our work throughout the region. The position will work closely with the JAWA Program Manager to create local partnerships with schools, youth-serving, and service organizations with a mission to volunteer in the community. The role works closely with the CFO and Chief Advancement Officer to ensure that the region's strategy supports the overall objectives of JAWA. Regional Directors are critical to the fluid operation of JAWA. This full-time, exempt position is fully remote and reports to the Chief Advancement Officer. The Regional Director must reside within the Spokane region and be available for occasional travel to Western Washington.

Primary Responsibilities:

Fundraising:
- Meet or exceed annual regional revenue goals and manage program funding and community support for Junior Achievement in Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho
- Lead and manage the Eastern Washington Board of Directors (BOD) to achieve the resource generation goals within the region
- Secure new donors for program and operating support to ensure attainment of annual revenue goals
- Utilize donor database management system to track all donor interaction and fundraising activity
- Create and manage annual fundraising events that apply to region and supports the statewide events

Regional Board Management:
- Motivate and provide professional support to Eastern Washington BOD
- Meet annual goals on new board member recruitment (number goal, diversity, industry)
- Assist in recruiting and training board leadership
- Lead the board to secure resources and spur program growth to align with meeting 100% of program demand
- Conduct four board meetings annually and serve as lead for all meeting logistics
- Work with Junior Achievement of Washington President/CEO and Regional Board Chair to develop strategic initiatives that will fully engage the board and community leaders.

Community Engagement & Brand Championing:
- Drive specific marketing initiatives to create greater awareness for Junior Achievement in Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho
- Develop new and innovate ways to grow the program each year with an emphasis on delivering a top-quality education program

Quality and Service:
- Track, manage, assist and respond to supporters, volunteers, board members and staff members in a timely, professional manner
- Maintain effective school/volunteer relationships to ensure top quality programs are being delivered in every JA classroom

Program Goals and Management:
- Support and manage all aspects of Junior Achievement program operations to achieve annual program goals

Qualifications (required)

- Three years of experience in fundraising
- Knowledge of the EWNI region and surrounding communities
- Strong communications skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize projects to meet deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Experience in education and staff management

Application Process

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:
- United Healthcare Medical and Dental Insurance (JAWA pays 100% of employee premiums for Medical/Dental/Employee Life Insurance)
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance - Employee
- Family and Dependent Life Insurance
- Vacation and Wellness Leave
- Paid holidays and Winter Break
- Paid personal leave days
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Ability Assist Program
- Family Leave consistent with local and national regulations

WHAT MAKES JAWA SPECIAL:
- Retirement savings with matching company contributions
- Work-Life balance - flexible options to balance office time via remote access as well as flexible work schedules
- Opportunity to volunteer in classrooms teaching JA programs

Email your cover letter and resume to the VP of Finance and HR Tammy Neese at hiring@jawashington.org.

We encourage applicants to apply even if your experience does not 100% match the position requirements. As an inclusive organization, we are looking for candidates with relevant skills and experience, not a check list of matched descriptions. We are dedicated to recruitment of employees representing the students served within the community.