Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York (CCNY)

Executive Director/CEO Position Specification

TO APPLY

CCNY is partnering with Korn Ferry to manage this search. As part of your application, please include your resume addressed to the Korn Ferry team, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position. Please apply directly to the posting on e-Korn Ferry here: https://kfopportunities.loop.jobs/job/Korn-Ferry-Executive-Search-New-York-New-York/241351818

Any questions can be sent to the Korn Ferry team at Cristina.Fisher@KornFerry.com

About CCNY

The Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York (CC) is a federation of 90 independent affiliated human service agencies throughout the New York Metropolitan area. For over a hundred years, Catholic Charities of New York has been improving the lives of millions in need regardless of race, ethnicity, and religion, annually serving more than 400,000 individuals through 90+ agencies on the ground locally at 300+ sites in urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods and communities throughout Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, and seven counties of the Lower Hudson Valley. For more information on the organization, visit the website: https://catholiccharitiesny.org/.

The Opportunity

The CEO is the chief visionary, advocate and leader for the Catholic Charities network of agencies and the primary spokesperson and ambassador raising visibility and awareness of Catholic Charities' role in the communities it serves. The CEO is a trusted partner to the Board and the Cardinal, a dedicated leader and mentor to the staff, and an influencer and convener in the human services community. The CEO provides an inspirational vision for the organization, shaping the strategy and stewarding the resources and relationships necessary to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services across the agencies.

The Candidate

The CEO possesses exceptional leadership and management skills, is high energy, and brings authentic passion for CC's mission and serving the NY community. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience building relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, being the face of Catholic Charities and voice for the community, and demonstrating strong government relations and fund development skills.

The individual will also possess the following:

- A deep commitment and passion for providing care, love and devotion to those in need - regardless of their faith or background; alignment with the Catholic mission and values that guide CC
- Understanding of the human services sector, the complexity of services provided by CC and its network of agencies, and the needs of the communities served.
- Executive experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder organization with a large, multi-source budget.
- Proven track record of building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, government leaders, diocesan and parish leaders, other Catholic constituents, and community members.
- Proven experience working with city, state and federal government to secure funding and support and navigating regulatory and highly political environments.
- Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills to serve as an inspiring spokesperson and ambassador in promoting CC's work and impact in the community.
- Demonstrated ability to build consensus, embracing diverse perspectives, aligning multi-stakeholders, and driving cohesion and unity around a shared interest for serving the community.
- Proven track record of attracting, developing, and retaining, diverse teams; a history of fostering a motivating and empowering culture rooted in spirituality, service to others, and impact in the community.
- Knowledge of the NY metro area - populations serviced, established contacts with funders, community groups, and government officials, and a personal connection - preferred.
- Political savvy and diplomacy; exercises good judgment and non-partisanship.
- Cultural sensitivity to various audiences; fluency/proficiency in other language(s) a plus.
- Dynamic, compassionate, empathetic, adaptable, resilient, and committed to strengthening the Catholic brand and its ministry.

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