Social Action & Advocacy

Staten Island Not for Profit Association
Executive Director

The Executive Director of the Staten Island Not for Profit Association (SINFPA), a 501c3 membership organization, is charged with leading an organization that serves as the common voice and resource for Staten Island’s nonprofit community-based organizations. Reporting to the Board of Directors and working with the various committees of the Board, the ED is responsible for shaping the vision of the Association and responding to the needs of its membership. This is a full-time, exempt position.
Organization Background
Since 2005, the Staten Island Not for Profit Association (SINFPA) has provided resources, support, and advocacy for the borough’s nonprofit community. The Association was created to provide a single “voice” for nonprofits in Staten Island, and to enhance the economic and social impact that nonprofits provide to Staten Island communities. Members include 100+ cultural institutions, faith-based organizations, health care providers, senior & youth service providers, and local community groups that provide services and programs for our diverse Staten Island communities and neighborhoods. Through educational workshops, group training and facilitated conversations, SINFPA strives to ensure nonprofits have what they need to continue being a service provider, employer, volunteer opportunity, and active part of the Staten Island community. The organization also manages the Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster (SI COAD)/Medical Ecosystem (MES) coalition, which helps organizations respond and recover from future large-scale disasters as well as everyday emergencies, either natural or man-made, through education, communications, situational awareness, and assessing needs and gaps. SINFPA and the SI COAD/MES have been particularly active through COVID-19, providing communications, resources, training and addressing needs around supplies, staffing and surge space.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

I. Vision/Strategic Direction
○ Working with the Board of Directors, provides leadership to development of the organization’s annual strategic plan, including operations, administration, financial management, and programming.
○ Crafts the operationalization/implementation plan to deliver on those priorities.
○ Tracks and reports on the success of achieving the established goals – to the board and key stakeholders.
○ Stays current on issues, challenges, needs, policies, laws, and regulations of the local nonprofit sector and beyond to ensure the Association is responsive and proactive, as well as in compliance and providing services in alignment with the organization’s mission.
II. Operations / Administration / HR
○ Supervises all office functions – programmatic, operations, finance, personnel.
○ Tracks and approves staff and intern time, hours and vacation, benefits, etc.
○ Processes payroll, 403b contributions, benefits and related reporting and paperwork for employees, administrators, and bookkeepers.
○ Manages yearly renewals and payments of insurance policies including directors & officers, liability, workers compensation, paid family leave and disability.
○ Maintains securing, operations, and updating of all technology, supplies and equipment for staff as needed.
○ Initiates and manages relationships with all vendors / tech contracts – designers, interns/consultants, website, email, payroll, bills, banks, survey tool, constant contact e-newsletter, grant databases, government contracts and sites, and access to other online portals as identified.
III. Financial Management
○ Develops annual operating budget for the organization.
○ Manages appropriate cash flow, financial management and reporting for the organization.
○ Processes payroll and related benefits accurately.
○ Compiles documentation and materials associated with annual audit and filings in partnership with the bookkeeper and audit firm.
○ Collects and records all membership dues, board giving and revenue for Association and events. Signs all checks for expenses and reimbursements.
IV. Governance / Board Management
○ Point of contact with the board of directors. Includes preparing materials for meetings, minutes, requests, and scheduling of meetings (including committees).
○ In partnership with the Chair and Executive Committee crafts board meeting agendas and ensures follow-through on action items.
○ Manages the committees of the board, including Executive, Governance, Membership, Programs, Finance, Audit, Special Events.
○ Oversees development, updating, and implementation of the organization’s Bylaws, policies and procedures per laws and regulations.
○ Develops and maintains accurate minutes and documents as required.
○ Works with the Governance to monitor Board member terms, performance, assessment.
V. Programs
○ Provides supervision and strategic insight to SI COAD/MES Program Director, assisting with operations, administration, fundraising, and programming.
○ Stays abreast of sector-related issues and initiates relevant programming and opportunities to meet the interests of Staten Island nonprofits organizations and leaders.
○ Identifies needs among member-organizations and develops professional development opportunities designed to address those needs (workshops, counseling, connection to subject matter experts, etc.).
○ Plans all aspects of monthly workshops, peer affinity groups, specialized trainings, the annual Community Service Awards event, Holiday Gathering, Nonprofit Conference, and Annual Meeting. (scheduling, invites, follow-up, funding, speakers, etc.)
VI. Membership / Outreach
○ Serves as the Association’s primary contact with the membership, and ensures ongoing communication about programs and issues of interest.
○ Provides capacity building and technical assistance to individuals and nonprofit organizations who seek assistance with nonprofit related issues.
○ Recruits new members and processes all new and renewing memberships, including forms, payments, adding contacts to listservs, contact databases, and following up with relevant membership onboarding information.
○ Promotes the Association to cultivate new members and strategic partners that can provide services to the membership.
VII. Funding/Grants Management
○ Oversees securing, administration, and reporting of all the Association’s grants and provides supervision to staff.
○ Based on Association priorities, develops an annual fundraising plan for the organization.
○ Researches possible funding sources for the Association, including private foundations, local elected officials, and corporate sponsors, and develops proposals to apply for funding to support general operations and identified programs.
○ Administers all aspects of awarded grants, including budget, deliverables, documentation, coordination with agencies, and reporting requirements.
○ Supervises grant-supported staff.

VIII. Communications/Marketing
○ Crafts the brand and voice for all organizational materials, programs, and initiatives.
○ Represents the Association at external functions and events to increase awareness of the Association and its members.
○ Meets with businesses and experts (legal services, consulting, etc.) that may be willing to provide services to members.
○ Develops content for and maintains the Association’s website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn pages.
○ Develops and distributes the Association’s weekly e-newsletter.
○ Advocates for the Staten Island nonprofit community with key stakeholders (elected officials, foundations, similar organizations, etc.).
○ Serves as point of contact with the media and serves as spokesperson for the Association.

Other related responsibilities, tasks and functions as identified by the Board.
Skills and Qualifications
• Demonstrated interest in SINFPA’s mission and passion for implementing best practices for the nonprofit sector.
• Five to ten years’ leadership experience in the areas of management, membership engagement, event planning, and program implementation with preference given to those with nonprofit experience.
• Track record of community-building, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and strategic thinking.
• Proven ability to develop and execute on financial/fiscal management policies and strategies.
• Demonstrated knowledge or willingness to learn nonprofit compliance and regulatory best practices.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, particularly to prioritize and realize multiple assignments and timelines.
• Excellent public speaking and written communication skills; strong service orientation; professional composure under pressure and ability to respond adeptly to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Strong judgment, analytic reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and with diverse individuals from donors, elected/appointed officials, board members, to coalition participants, Association members and community partners.
• Strong technology and e-communications skills including Microsoft office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Google, WordPress, Constant Contact and SharePoint, with proficiency to work with spreadsheets and databases.
The salary range for this full-time position (currently operating remotely) is between $75K- $90K depending on experience. Employees are entitled to 11 holidays, 15 PTO days, and participation in the organization’s 403b retirement plan. A stipend toward health insurance is also offered. Please note per COVID-19 mandates, employees are required to be fully vaccinated and provide valid proof of vaccination. To apply, submit resume and cover letter via email to [email protected] with Subject: SINFPA Executive Director. Applications are accepted until positions are filled.
Visit www.sinfpa.org and our social media pages for more information about the Staten Island Not for Profit Association and Staten Island COAD.

The Staten Island Not for Profit Association is an equal opportunity employer and values having a diverse staff. Employment opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.