EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND POSITION PROFILE THE OPPORTUNITY Chuckanut Health Foundation (CHF), a health conversion foundation located in Bellingham, WA, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Executive Director to work with the Board of Directors to advance the health and wellbeing of the people of Whatcom County and the region through responsive and equity- focused funding strategies, community- based engagement and the building of strong relationships and partnerships. THE FOUNDATION S FOCUS Chuckanut Health Foundation s board of directors, staff and community partners share a bold vision of a community where every child gets a healthy start and every person receives the care they need throughout their lifetime. The Foundation is committed to investing experience and resources to strengthen and advance individual and community health. We embrace a definition of health equity where every person has an opportunity to achieve optimal health regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference or identity, age, income, disability, or neighborhood where they live. We believe that change is possible, collaboration and community engagement are the means to meaningful and sustainable action that promotes health equity, and that we have a responsibility to serve as a trusted and reliable partner that follows through. Current Strategic Priorities include 1) Aging Well; 2) Healthy Children and Families; 3) Opiate Abuse Prevention and Treatment; and 4) Place- based Partnerships. THE FOUNDATION S HISTORY AND PROFILE Chuckanut Health Foundation (formerly St. Luke s Foundation) was created in 1983 with the sale of a local community hospital to a California based health system for $5 million. 35 years later, the Foundation stewards $15 million in largely unrestricted assets and has invested over $17 million in the health of Whatcom County. Chuckanut Health Foundation has grown as a trusted, independent voice and partner on health issues affecting our community. Chuckanut Health Foundation is governed by an independent board of directors and supported by a three- person staff. The Foundation also provides administrative services to the Eleanor and Henry Jansen Foundation, a $3.7 million supporting organization. In 2014, Chuckanut Health Foundation co- located with the Whatcom Community Foundation and United Way as the Whatcom Center for Philanthropy (WCP). The funding partners retain their separate identities, missions and infrastructures but share a commitment to supporting a healthy community through creative collaboration. 1
Whatcom County is a unique and very special place to live. Founded on the ancestral lands of the Salish Sea people, the county is home to two Native American communities (Lummi Nation and the Nooksack Tribe). The county is home to diverse rural and urban places and to a state university and three colleges. We retain a strong and evolving sense of community with local autonomy that focuses on quality of life, the health of our natural setting and outdoor and recreational opportunities. The Foundation is deeply committed to representing and serving this dynamic, growing Northwest corner of our state. Understanding and translating the complexities of the evolving health care system, with a focus on health equity and the social determinants of health, is at the heart of Chuckanut Health Foundation s value proposition. THE POSITION The Board of Directors will work with the Executive Director to articulate the Foundation s future strategic opportunities, including building and expanding on local and regional funding and organizational partnerships and institutionalizing health equity and community voice into all aspects of its work. We understand that to accomplish our mission involves ongoing change to keep step with an evolving healthcare landscape. Vision, Mission, Strategic Direction and Priorities: The Executive Director will work with the Board of Directors to create and adopt a strategic direction and strategic priorities grounded in a shared understanding and commitment to health equity, population health and advancing the social determinants of health. Community Engagement: The Executive Director will be expected to expand connections and engagement with community organizations, public and private partners, communities impacted by health disparities, donors and peer funders locally and regionally that are key to advancing and improving mission effectiveness. This will require: A commitment to listening and learning that results in trusting, respectful and mutually accountable relationships. A thoughtful and consistent communication strategy that relies on personal connections, strong oral and written skills and an understanding of the appropriate application of website, electronic, and social media mechanisms for engaging and facilitating engagement with diverse publics. Partnership Alignment: In partnership with the Board, the Executive Director will explore opportunities for collaboration and partnership to leverage capacity and mission effectiveness. A commitment to the Whatcom Center for Philanthropy joint board opportunity remains a priority. Strategic Grants Administration: The Executive Director will work with the Board of Directors and Grants Committee to continuously improve, refine and administer the grantmaking process to align with Chuckanut Health Foundation s mission and strategic direction including: Annual evaluation and revision as needed of grant guidelines, screening criteria, review processes and evaluation mechanisms that insure that practices are responsive and supportive of community needs. Continual engagement and relationship building with potential grantees and nonprofit partners. 2
Implementing an electronic grants application, screening, review and evaluation tracking and management tool. Resource Development: The Foundation is a 501(c)3 public charity. In addition to income from the board- designated endowment, the Executive Director will work with board and staff to implement a strategic resource development plan that includes: Identifying and building partnerships with local and regional funding partners to increase funding capacity for community informed health priorities. An annual giving strategy. Implementing a planned giving program that builds relationships with financial and estate planners, accountants and lawyers. Funding Chuckanut Health Foundation s annual Health Professional Scholarship Program. Finance and Investment Management: The Executive Director will work with the Board, Finance and Investment Committee and Vanguard Institutional Investment Services to continuously improve financial reporting, annual budgeting and investment management, and spending consistent with best practices. This includes, but is not limited to: Demonstrating strong financial management expertise. Insuring sound foundation accounting and reporting practices, including funds tracking and management and monthly financial reporting. Working with the Finance Committee and Vanguard Institutional Investor Services to manage the investment portfolio in line with the approved Investment Policy Statement. Working with staff and the external auditor to prepare the annual audit and tax return for both Chuckanut Health Foundation and the Jansen Foundation. Annual evaluation and revisions as needed to the Investment Policy Statement that guides portfolio management, the annual budgeting process and operational and grants spending. Board Relations, Board Development and Governance: The Executive Director will work with the Board leadership and board members to deploy best practices that support sound board development and governance including: Aligning board and staff structure and decision making to maximize board/staff effectiveness in fulfilling the Foundation s mission and strategy. Supporting board recruitment, onboarding and retention that reflects the diversity of our community in all its forms (ethnic, racial, economic, geographic, gender identity, age, sexual orientation and professional expertise). Designing an annual board education and development agenda. Maintaining accurate records of board and committee proceedings and actions and facilitating updates of key governance documents including bylaws, policies and procedures and committee roles and responsibilities. Foundation Administration, Management and Staff Development: The Executive Director is responsible for building, developing and supporting a professional staff and establishing strong internal systems and operational practices that support and further the mission and values of the Foundation that includes: Managing the day- to- day operations of the Foundation. 3
Fostering an open, cohesive and safe work place. Insuring that personnel policies are up to date, reflect best practices, and are followed. Implementing a system of annual staff reviews and performance expectations to ensure staff members and their work are aligned with the mission and strategic priorities of the Foundation. Insuring internal systems reflect best practices that promote effective and efficient operations and comply with board, state and federal policies and regulations. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS The foundation seeks a leader with a demonstrated and sustained commitment to working for the public good, most likely through a diverse career that includes, philanthropic, nonprofit and/or public health or health care related experiences. Candidates will be expected to bring a broad, open- minded, and collaborative perspective to their role. A record of creative thinking and concrete accomplishment are essential. Desired professional skills and qualifications include: Leadership experience in health, philanthropy, nonprofit administration and/or a related field. Organizational, operational and financial management expertise. Experience building partnerships, and engaging with diverse communities and stakeholders, to further the Foundation s commitment to health equity. An authentic interest in learning from others and honoring and elevating community voice. The ability to translate organizational vision/mission into strategy and actions that produce results. Outcomes- focused and on- time delivery. Experience reporting to, working with and/or supporting a nonprofit board of directors. Experience in and enthusiasm for resource development. Strong convening and facilitation skills. Excellent communication and listening skills. Ability to remain current and competitive in technological advancements that serve the Foundation s key functions and Mission. Bachelor s and an advanced degree preferred. Extensive, relevant experience will be considered as a substitute for education. PERSONAL QUALITIES Future oriented, strategic thinker with a strong enterprising and innovative spirit. Commitment to and passion for community health and advancing health equity through the vision and mission of the Foundation. A desire to actively engage in the life of the community with a commitment to partnering and working with others to achieve strategic objectives. Exhibits humility, integrity, and a sense of humor. COMPENSATION AND OTHER DETAILS The position is being posted as a.8 FTE to 1 FTE. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary and benefits are competitive with other foundations of similar size and scope in the Pacific Northwest. Target start date is January 1, 2019, but negotiable. 4
TO APPLY Applicants are asked to submit a resume and a cover letter addressing their professional experiences and personal qualities that align with the position description to the Chuckanut Health Foundation Search Committee via the following email address: search@chuckanuthealthfoundation.org. Inquiries and nominations can also be made via the same email address. For full consideration, please submit application materials by Friday, October 5, 2018. The process will continue until the position is filled. Chuckanut Health Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought and experience and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Employment decisions are based on individual capabilities and qualifications and without regard to age, color, race and ethnicity, sexual identity, gender identity or expression, language, physical ability, religion, sexual orientation, socio- economic status and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. www.chuckanuthealthfoundation.org 5