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Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP) has entrusted Management Business Solutions as a strategic recruitment partner in their pursuit of an Executive Director to join their office in Holland, MI. Aligned with LAUP's robust talent strategies, we have meticulously structured our processes to adeptly identify, screen, and recruit qualified candidates for this pivotal opening.

SUMMARY: 

The Executive Director is a highly-skilled, visionary leader who will provide inclusive, 

transparent, and empowering executive leadership that supports and guides the organization's 

mission. In their role, the Executive Director will organize, motivate, and mentor internal team 

leaders, strategically growing the organization's impact, programs, and fundraising efforts. They 

will continually foster a culture that encourages collaboration between departments and 

recognizes positive contributions. Additionally, they will manage and motivate staff, overseeing 

hiring, separation, ongoing staff development, performance management, and compensation and benefits processes, while inspiring a business-oriented, professional, results-driven environment across the organization.

The Executive Director will also contribute to the development of the strategic plan and drive its 

implementation, establishing goals, objectives, and operational plans in collaboration with the 

Board of Directors, staff, and other leaders. They will apply innovative thinking and performance 

measurements to analyze and support strategic decision-making as they perform general 

management duties, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization. In their role, they 

will execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, targeting diverse funding sources such as 

grants, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and individual donations. They will leverage their 

extensive network and business acumen to cultivate and nurture relationships with current and 

potential donors, maintaining a strong pipeline of prospects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborates with the Board of Directors in policy development, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies, while actively engaging in decision-making processes.

Oversee the organization's budget, securing resources to meet financial goals, and monitor financial performance to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability.

Act as the chief spokesperson, promoting the mission and vision to various stakeholders, including community groups, fu