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Executive Director

Posted: 12/13/07 — Closes: 12/31/07 (Open until filled)

Portland Classical Chinese Garden

Portland, Oregon

Type: Full Time, Experienced

Required Degree: BA/BS

Preferred Degree: Master's

The Portland Classical Chinese Garden (PCCG) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization of a Chinese authentic Ming Dynasty scholar's garden built between the Cities of Portland, Oregon and Suzhou, China. The Garden is owned by the City of Portland and the Portland Classical Chinese Garden holds a licensing agreement with Portland Parks & Recreation to operate the Garden as a wholly self-sustaining entity. The mission of the Chinese Garden is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony, to inspire, engage and educate our global community in an appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture.

The Garden opened in September 14th, 2000. With a current yearly budget of $1.5 million, the Garden's influence extends well beyond its stately gates. One of only four classical Chinese gardens in North America, its presence revitalizes the historic Portland Old Town Chinatown neighborhood. From an economic perspective, the Chinese Garden is a compelling symbol of Oregon's ever growing ties to China and the Pacific Rim. Through its vivid depiction of Chinese history, horticulture, architecture and tradition, the Garden tangibly translates Chinese culture to our global community. For more information, visit our website at www.portlandchinesegarden.org.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, fundraising, direction, and management of the organization's resources to accomplish PCCG's vision and goals. Primary responsibilities include leadership and overall direction of the organization, fiscal management and fundraising, board relations, public and community relations, as well as program planning and management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership: Promote an organizational culture that fosters strong teamwork, effective communication, and commitment to the organization mission. Represent the organization in external affairs in a manner consistent with its stature as a leading cultural institution. Develop and oversee sound HR procedures, staff development programs. With board and staff, promote and grow donor, membership and volunteer bases. Maintain and strengthen donor and membership programs over sustained period of time to ensure financial stability and growth of the organization. Recognize and reward the contributions of the volunteers.

• Fiscal Management and Fundraising: A critical function is to develop and present, in collaboration with the staff and Finance Committee, the organizational budgets and financial reports to the Board. Work with the Board of Directors to develop and maintain income sources for the operation of the Garden. Develop and implement policies to achieve effective resource allocation and enhance revenue. Work with the Board of Directors and staff to develop and oversee fundraising activities, including soliciting individual donors, corporations, and foundations.

• Board Relations: With the Board President, coordinate the efforts of Board committees and ensure that all committees achieve their objectives. Implement Board policies, program goals and objectives. Assist the Board in identifying and recruiting new Board members. Work with the Board to develop and implement the overall fund development plan for the organization.

• Public and Community Relations: Promote organization visibility through participation and membership in related industries, organizations and associations. Establish strong relationships in the private, public and city government sectors. Create alliances with strategic partners in the community in the best interest of the organization.

• Program Planning and Management: Develop and oversee programs to achieve organization goals. Ensure that day-to-day operations and programs of PCCG are effectively administered. Provide appropriate oversight of program staff activities, and overall systems and procedures. Develop and deploy effective strategies for the overall success of PCCG.

Educational Requirements:
BA/BS

Skills:
The ideal Executive Director candidate will have:

• Leadership:

- Significant and proven leadership skills, including organizational development, human resources, and program management

- Demonstrated ability to foster a healthy organizational culture, to motivate staff, and to encourage teamwork, collaboration and staff development.

- Demonstrated ability to grow, expand and maintain strong donor, membership and volunteer programs for a non-profit organization.

• Fiscal Management and Fundraising:

- Successful development, cultivation and fundraising track record

- Demonstrated strong budgeting, financial planning, management and control skills

- Strong strategic planning experience and analytical skills

• Board Relations:

- Commitment to the mission and vision of the Portland Classical Chinese Garden

- Experience in effectively developing and working with a non-profit Board of Directors

• Public and Community Relations:

- Demonstrated ability in working effectively with city and governmental agencies, and/or with related non-profit sectors.

- Exceptional communication skills, including writing and public speaking

- Strong interpersonal skills and ability in working effectively with people

• Program Planning and Management:

- Have program development and marketing experience

- Have significant background and interest in Chinese society, culture, language and history

- Have significant background and interest in horticulture and plants

Application Instructions:
Please email interest, qualifications & experience, and current resume to: pccgsearch@gmail.com

More details can be found at: http://www.portlandchinesegarden.org/awakening/orchids/info/C66/

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2007 (Open until filled)