Manager, Governance and Strategy

Company: KENTUCKY SOCIETY OF ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVES INC
Location: Washington
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Manager, Governance and Strategy Endocrinologists are at the core of solving the most pressing health problems of our time, from diabetes and obesity to infertility, bone health, and hormone-related cancers The Endocrine Society is the world's oldest and largest organization of scientists devoted to hormone research and physicians who care for people with hormone-related conditions. Our inclusive community is made up of scientists, physicians, educators, nurses, and students in 122 countries. The Manager, Governance and Strategy is a critical member of the Executive Office team, supporting governance and strategy functions to develop more efficient frameworks and workstreams to effectively align governance operations with our strategic goals. This is a full-time opportunity for an energetic individual with excellent communication skills and demonstrated experience prioritizing tasks and supporting diverse teams. In collaboration with the Associate Director, Strategic Initiatives, and the Director of Governance, this position will manage governance operations, timelines and deliverables, the laureate awards program, and key activities including the committee selection process, governing documents, leadership development, governance streamlining, and committee staff liaison communication/training. Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative and proactive individual who embraces a systems-thinking mindset to optimize processes and communication channels. What you'll bring to the job:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years non-profit governance experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated understanding on non-profit governance and board of directors' operations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with an eagerness to develop efficient workstreams. Must have a can-do attitude and be comfortable in a fast paced and dynamic environment with the desire for continued learning and growth.
• High degree of professionalism dealing with executive and nonprofit leaders.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Expertise with Association Management Systems (AMS) or other database applications. Our Values: We believe in and empower our staff. We know that with our investment in their growth, they have an even greater potential to contribute to our organization. Our core values embody the character and culture of our staff - they guide our decision making, interactions and how we serve our members. As an organization, we are committed to: demonstrating responsible stewardship, treating one another with trust and mutual respect, supporting work life balance, sustaining an inclusive environment, and fostering an environment that encompasses communication, service, collaboration, results & innovation. What you'll own:
  • In collaboration with the Director, Governance, and Associate Director, Strategic Initiatives help develop agendas, reports, and presentation materials for Board meetings and CEO.
  • Manage a coordinated and cohesive approach to the committee appointment process, including but not limited to assisting the president-elect in research for appointment process, lead the staff in coordinating the process and gathering input from the staff liaisons and committee chairs, communicating appointments and sunsets, updating information for the website and in the AMS, sending all appointment letters, creating and maintaining an updated roster in the database, and scheduling chair/co-chair orientation calls.
  • Oversee the flow of information between the Board of Directors and committees by collaborating with senior leadership and staff teams.
  • Support maintenance and updates to the governance framework, including developing, updating, and reviewing governance documents and monitoring compliance with requirements in framework.
  • Develop process and framework for monitoring the collection, implementation, and communication of annual committee workplans, including supporting the Chief Membership and Diversity Programs Officer to manage the integration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion priorities and coordination with organization-wide strategic priorities.
  • Facilitate the flow of information, ensuring key information is disseminated to staff and member leaders.
  • Work closely with senior staff to assist various workgroups, committees, and task forces; manage process and coordination to support staff liaisons.
  • Develop and maintain committee training and educational materials explaining committee roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes for both staff liaisons and committee chairs.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and efficiencies; proactively seek feedback to streamline processes or explore creative solutions.
  • Prioritize conflicting needs; handle matters expeditiously and proactively; anticipate issues and opportunities and follow through on projects to successful completion, often with competing deadlines.
  • Support and enhance the objectives of the Executive Office to ensure effective alignment and execution.
  • Collaborate with the organizational enablement team in the development of staff resources and training to support processes for strategic cross-functional projects, OKR methodology, and Smartsheet platform.
  • Support the execution of special projects to advance organizational goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with the planning, development and execution of new board member and committee chairs on-boarding program.
  • May provide additional governance support in the development of a governance polices and procedure manual. What you'll do well:
    • Identify and deal with issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise. Identify what needs to be done and act before being asked or required. Do more than what is normally required in a situation. Seek out others involved in a situation to learn their perspectives. Take independent action to change the direction of events.
    • Recognize and respect the value of individual differences at all levels of the organization. Seek information from others who have different personalities, backgrounds, and styles, and include them in decision-making and problem solving. Make it easy for others to feel valuable. Communicate and cooperate with others who have a diversity of cultural and demographic backgrounds.
    • Work cooperatively with others to achieve common goals. Effectively work and complete assignments in group settings by listening and responding appropriately to other team members, offering support, conferring with team members about their concerns, expressing disagreement constructively, and working towards solutions that all team members can support.
    • Develop and maintain effective relationships with others to encourage and support communication and teamwork. Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain ongoing, collaborative working relationships with coworkers and members to achieve the goals of the organization.
    • Demonstrate ability to plan and organize the work of a group, department or project and to establish effective priorities. Effectively use time. Demonstrate ability to "think outside the box" for solutions or ways to accomplish the job in a more effective way. Handle projects responsibly (including expense management). Prioritize as needed and meet deadlines. Communicate challenges/barriers to supervisor. Collaborate and share progress with others to get the project completed. Demonstrate effective delivery of completed project. What you'll get out of it:
      • Working with a staff that has passion for our mission, believes in one another and has fun.
      • The chance to work in an environment that empowers staff to take informed risks and create new programs and services.
      • A chance to make a contribution in a fun job with room to make it your own.
      • A strong and competitive salary and benefits package that focuses on your well-being and financial health. Diversity Statement: The Endocrine Society embraces and celebrates the strength that diversity brings to our organization. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and termination. The Endocrine Society is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: Work Location: This position is located in Washington, DC and walking distance to Metro and major bus lines. The Endocrine Society offers a flexible, hybrid work environment. Employees are expected to work from the office at least 2 days per week to foster our collaborative culture and support cross-functional interaction. E ndo c rine Society offers a convenient downtown DC location within walking distance of Farragut North/Farragut West and Foggy Bottom Metro stations. Qualified candidates interested in a purposeful work environment, competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including a generous TIAA- CREF retirement plan with 10% employer contribution, submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements.
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