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Description
The Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness (The Friends) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director.
The Organization:
The Friends is the leading citizen's organization working to protect and preserve the unique natural resources of the Boundary Waters Wilderness and the surrounding Quetico-Superior eco-system. The organization fosters public support for the Boundary Waters Wilderness through a variety of public educational programs, public policy discussions and advocacy.
The Position:
Reporting directly to a strong and committed Board, the Executive Director is fully responsible for leading and managing the entire organization. This is a broad, strategic position that requires a complete range of external and internal skills and a passion for the protection of wilderness.
Candidate Requirements:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a track record of experience and significant success leading a nonprofit environmental organization, ideally one utilizing the energy and passion of a broad based volunteer group. Demonstrated skills and effectiveness in strategic planning and program development, staff and financial management, and working with an active board and volunteers are all required. In addition, demonstrated expertise in either a wide range of fundraising activities or environmental policy development is required. Strong community outreach skills and public advocacy experience are highly desired.
Closing Date:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To Apply:
To apply for this position or to get further information, please contact Doug Franchot at Franchot & Associates by e-mail or telephone.