CEO

Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Not for Profit-Charity | Full Time | Onsite | Des Moines

Posted: 2/12/25

Job Description

DMARC is currently seeking applications for a Chief Executive Officer. This critical role is tasked with executing the mission of DMARC by building strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners in the Greater Des Moines area, managing effective programs, and overseeing the work of the organization and its staff.

Deadline to Apply 3/31/25

Address

100 Army Post Rd

Essential Job Functions

Keep DMARC’s mission at the center of staff and board work

Maintain a staffing design that supports DMARC’s mission, including: hiring, supervising, evaluating, and terminating key staff and overseeing performance management of all staff

Promote an organizational culture that reflects DMARC’s values

Exercise responsible financial and risk management of DMARC’s assets, including: Budgeting, Ensuring timely financial reports and audits, Ensuring adequate operating reserves

Ensure operational effectiveness of major business systems such as: inventory, financial, donor, and volunteer software

Build relationships with key individual and institutional DMARC donors and ensure effective fundraising

Ensure DMARC’s compliance with DMARC policies and with all relevant ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements

Engage the board and staff in a continuous planning process that ensures that DMARC’s day-to-day activities align with its mission and priorities

Develop future leaders within DMARC’s board and staff

Provide for both planned and unexpected executive transitions

Sustain and expand DMARC’s existing network of congregational and collaborative partners

Serve as primary public advocate for DMARC’s work

Ensure the quality and effectiveness of DMARC programs

Support DMARC’s Board of Directors in its work

Experience

Experience in managing nonprofit programs focused on meeting basic human needs highly preferred

Benefits

Matching retirement, Dental Insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off (including winter holiday break).

About the Company

The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) is an interfaith organization with a mission of working together to meet basic human needs for the greater Des Moines community. DMARC provides a common means of responding to basic human needs and a context for interfaith dialogue.

Travel Required

Resume Required

Yes

Contact Person

Susan Arnold

Deadline to Apply 3/31/25

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