Executive Director
Washington, DC or San Francisco, CA
Full-time / Salary
$40,000 minimum
Starts: May 1, 2010
Education: College degree strongly recommended
Experience: This is NOT an entry level position
Travel: About once per monthClick Here to Apply for This Position Now! <http://ssdp.org/careers.php?details=1&app=1&jobID=6>
Application Deadline: April 4, 2010
We are seeking a responsible, proven leader committed to drug policy reform and grassroots activism to lead Students for Sensible Drug Policy with vision and confidence.
Students for Sensible Drug Policy, a grassroots political advocacy organization with a member network of thousands and a national staff of five, is seeking a highly motivated, well-organized individual to help promote alternatives to the failed War on Drugs. This is a full-time position that is ideal for a person with prior experience in management, fundraising, and campaign development. This position is based in San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC.
The responsibility of the Executive Director is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization. Specifically, the Executive Director sets the direction of the organization in terms of objectives, strategies, and tactics and ensures the organization has the human and monetary resources to meet its mission. To that end, the Executive Director will:
- Plan and implement programs consistent with the vision, values, and mission of the organization;
- Manage the organization’s staff, including the evaluation, termination, and employment of staff as necessary;
- Raise funds to sustain and strengthen the organization and oversee the organization’s finances;
- Cultivate relationships with organizations and individuals with similar objectives, strategies, and tactics;
- Serve as the spokesperson for the organization;
- Assist the Board of Directors in developing the organization’s vision and values.
A qualified applicant will have a track record of proven and responsible leadership. He or she will have concise and cogent writing skills, as well as pay close attention to detail. The applicant will communicate orally with comfort and conviction and will be a successful public speaker. Qualified candidates will demonstrate prior management experience and be able to communicate effectively and professionally with staff. The ability to be assertive is a must as is comfort working with people of all ages, especially youth. A qualified candidate will be a self-starter who’s creative in developing strategies and tactics. A demonstrated dedication to reform of drug laws and policies is valuable, but not necessary, as is a smart, savvy political sense. There is no required minimum number of years of work experience; however, this is not an entry-level position.
We are asking for a minimum two year commitment for this position. The Executive Director manages three outreach directors and an international liaison and reports to the Board of Directors.
Salary is commensurate with experience, minimum $40,000. Benefits include health care.
Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) is a national network of youth committed to an open, honest, and inclusive dialogue on alternatives to our country’s approach to drug use, abuse, and addiction. Through youth involvement in the political process, we work to reform drug laws and policies that adversely affect youth and their access to education. Students for Sensible Drug Policy is an equal opportunity employer. SSDP has a strong commitment to diversity and, as such, women, people of color, LGBT individuals, and individuals who have been directly affected by the Drug War are encouraged to apply.
Our office in Washington, D.C. is located near Dupont Circle (on the Red Line of the Metro). Our San Francisco office is based in South Beach, which is accessible by MUNI. SSDP has a fun, professional work environment.
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