Executive Director

The Cooperative Council of the Carolinasisseekinga dynamic, forward-thinking leader who thrives in a member-focused and mission-driven environment. This individual will bring strategic vision, creativity, and energy to strengthen relationships with existing member cooperatives while attracting new members across North and South Carolina. The Executive Director will serve as the primary ambassador for the cooperative business model, ensuring the Council’s mission is advanced through education, engagement, and advocacy.

• Member Engagement & Growth
• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with member cooperatives to ensure retention and satisfaction.
• Develop strategies to attract new members and expand the Council’s reach.
• Travelacross North and South Carolinato visit members,conducton-sitetrainingsandengagecooperativesas necessary.
• Manage membership records, renewals, and related administrative tasks using the Council’s Association Management Software.
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to implement strategic initiatives and provide transparent,timely communication.
• Prepare and present monthly
  
  Executive Directorreportandrecommendations for operational improvements.
• Leadership & Operations
• Serve as the chief executive for all Council activities, including event planning, committee coordination, and staff/contractor management.
  
  This includes leading monthly virtual committee meetings.
• Overseefinancial management, including budgeting and reporting.
• Event Management
• Plan and execute flagship events:
• Annual Meeting &Cooperative Conference:all- encompassing event to welcome cross-sectoral collaboration with members and supporters.
• Cooperative Leadership Camp: multiple summerday-campsthroughout North and South Carolinaforhigh school students.
• Cooperative Dynamics Workshop:
  Educational training and professional development event openformembers and Councilsupporters
• Digital Presence
• Executesocial media strategy and content creation across multiple platforms to enhance visibility and engagement.
• Advocacy & Education
• Monitor legislative developments and communicate impacts to members.
• Seek grant opportunities to fund educational programs andstrategicinitiatives.
• Provide visibility to the Council and the cooperative business model to opinion leaders,media,member sand the general public.
• Skilledin member engagement and relationship management.
• Comfortable with digital tools and social media platforms.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, self-starting approach.
• Confident, assertive, and adaptable to changing priorities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, English, Communications, Business, Marketing, Government Relations, or related field.
• A minimum of four years’ experience in communication, government relations, association management, non-profit ornot-for-profit managementrequired.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs. or more and stand for multiple hours at a time
• Ability to travel approximately
  20%-40% of the time
• Monthly benefits stipend
• 100% employer retirement match up to 6% of salary
• Three (3) weeks of paid time off (PTO)
• Nine (9) paid holidays

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume. We will review your information to ensure you meet the qualifications. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

South Carolina
508 Hampton Street
Suite 300
Columbia, SC 29201

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