Hiring Organization Information
Position Information
The Foraker Group is a 501(c)(3) organization with the core purpose of strengthening nonprofits. Our deep commitment to advancing dedicated, skilled, and compassionate professionals and volunteers to serve Alaska's nonprofit and tribal organizations is guided by the Foraker Nonprofit Sustainability Model. Foraker offers Alaska nonprofits and tribes the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to thrive.
The Position and Opportunity
The Foraker Group seeks an adaptive individual with high emotional intelligence and an interest in joining a fun, collaborative team as a Leadership Transition Guide. In support of nonprofits experiencing a change in leadership, the Leadership Transition Guide leads multi-phased consulting projects using a holistic approach and is part of a team of organizational development staff, consultants, and recruiters who partner with Alaska nonprofits through well-managed leadership transitions. In addition to managing a portfolio of leadership transition projects, the Guide will collaborate internally to continually improve our service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting the advancement of nonprofits and growth of people, a strong ability to act strategically, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Learn more and apply at https://www.forakergroup.org/site/index.cfm/cboard-view/10276
Key Responsibilities
Leadership Transition Partner Engagement
- Manage a portfolio of transition work; actively hold the nonprofit Partner relationship throughout the process; manage project costs, calendar, and pacing for each project; and fold in other Foraker team members as needed for success.
- Guide the board and staff of our nonprofit Partners through the three phases of the leadership transition process (typically nine-to-twelve-months); tailor the approach and discussions to the needs and context of each nonprofit Partner.
- Be an ambassador of Foraker’s leadership transition program, developing and strengthening relationships with our nonprofit Partners, and facilitating a seamless and positive experience for the nonprofit Partner, candidates, and Foraker team.
- Support nonprofit Partners in succession planning as needed.
- Foster a collaborative work environment; whereby all team members are informed and connected about the progress in leadership transition relationships.\
Leadership Transition Internal Strategy and Administration
- Contribute to Foraker Leadership Transition team innovation and learning environment to continually improve process and program.
- Regularly review project performance to ensure projects are effectively managed within time and budget; modify project tools and approaches as needed.
- Participate in the development of community education courses and materials to support Alaska’s nonprofits in navigating leadership transitions.
- Support the financial sustainability of the leadership transition program by contributing to marketing and business development and analysis efforts.
- Support internal Foraker transitions and recruitments, as needed.
Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate
While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications listed below, the Transition Guide will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:
Attributes
- Superior ability to work within a team and see the value of a team while also working in a self-directed approach on specific projects.
- Ability to work with culturally diverse people and organizations in rural and urban Alaska.
- Strong commitment to a relationship-based approach to work.
- Ability to act with humility and ask for support.
- Ability to reflect Foraker values in interactions and communications with others.
Skills and Expertise
- Ability to see the holistic landscape of each organization; able to adapt and integrate elements of the work and facilitate discussions that lead to success.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and guide teams and individuals through new approaches, challenging situations, and complex decisions.
- Commitment to and experience with building relationships with diverse leaders and integrating equity considerations into all elements of project and approaches.
- Demonstrated understanding of nonprofit organizations and boards.
- Knowledge of organizational development frameworks and current trends in hiring and recruitment and leadership transition approaches.
- At least three years of experience leading programs and/or complex projects with high attention to detail.
- Proven ability to facilitate thoughtful group discussions of up to twenty participants.
- Ability and willingness to connect with Partners virtually and through travel to remote locations.