Executive Director

Lawyers against Abuse (LvA)

Executive Director at Lawyers against Abuse

• Region:
  Johannesburg
• Salary:
  Negotiable
• Type of employment:
  Full time

Expected

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Salary: Negotiable, based on experience and qualifications.

Location: Executive Director to be based at LvA Diepsloot Centre, Johannesburg with occasional visits to satellite offices. Periodic remote work can be considered.

Lawyers against Abuse (LvA) seeks a dynamic, dedicated leader who is passionate about our mission to join our team as the Executive Director. Reporting to and working closely in partnership with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director should be a seasoned leader and coach, with the ability to operate on both strategic and managerial levels. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organisation’s operations, including fundraising, program development, financial management, compliance, and staff supervision.

In addition to their operational responsibilities, the Executive Director will be a passionate leader who inspires others to engage with our mission. They will work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure that the organisation is fulfilling its mission and serving its clients effectively. The Executive Director will also be responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and community leaders.

Our ideal candidate will be a motivational leader with a proven track record of success in nonprofit management. They will be passionate about our organisation’s mission and committed to achieving our goals. The Executive Director will be a strategic thinker who is able to balance short-term needs with long-term planning. They will have excellent communication skills and be able to represent our organisation to a variety of audiences.

• Work with the Board of Directors and staff to develop and implement the organisation’s strategic plan.
• Articulate the organisation’s vision, mission, theory of change, statement of need, unique value proposition and overall strategic direction to staff, volunteers, partners, stakeholders and donors.
• Model and promote the organisation’s values and culture, setting a high standard for ethical and effective behaviour in all interactions.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, collaboration and open.
• Supervise and develop the organisation’s Deputy Director and Finance Manager, providing guidance, motivation and support to help them succeed in their roles.
• Identify and foster relationships with potential strategic partners who align with the organisation’s mission and goal, including government agencies, NGOs or community partners.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive financing strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission and strategic plan.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with foundations, development partners, corporates, high-level donors and other potential funding sources, working closely with the Board of Directors and other stakeholders as needed to engage donors and secure donations.
• Build trust and rapport with potential and existing donors to persuade them to invest in the organisation’s mission including presenting compelling proposals, articulating the organisation’s impact and value proposition, addressing any concerns or inquiries and delivering high-quality donor reports.
• Ensure that the organisation raises enough funds to meet its annual goals, monitoring progress toward fundraising goals and making adjustments as needed.
• Develop and implement donor stewardship plans to maintain strong relationships with donors and secure ongoing support, including regular communication, recognition and engagement.
• Lead a team of staff, volunteers and board members to plan and execute an annual fundraising event.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in nonprofit fundraising and development and work collaboratively with the Board of Directors and other stakeholders to continuously improve the organisation’s fundraising efforts.