Deputy Director (nonprofit, full-time)

OUR MISSION & VISION

With a vision of a more resilient interconnected and compassionate community Meals on Wheels of Takoma Park/Silver Springs mission is to nourish our community. Our core program is the preparation and delivery of healthy delicious meals to our homebound neighbors and other programs that support our community. Four of our key values are compassion collaboration respect and service.

OUR CULTURE

In this workplace we are focused on and guided by our vision mission and values. We are honest kind respectful and encouraging; we communicate openly and directly. There is space for curiosity and innovation. We express a generosity of spirit understanding that everyone makes mistakes and we learn from our own. We work hard we pitch in where needed and we trust that others are working hard too. Our small friendly team enjoys working together and supporting one another.

THE POSITION

The Deputy Director (full-time) is on the leadership team at Meals on Wheels supporting and reporting to the Executive Director (ED). This is a full-time position with primary duties split between staff management and human resources as well as additional team participation expectations and covering the ED in the EDs absence. The first 6 weeks must be onsite full time; after that the DD may work offsite up to 2 days/week coming onsite as needed to prioritize onsite time and support staff. NOTE: This position is cross-posted as either a part-time or full-time position depending on the candidate; you may apply to either or both positions.

Staff Management and Human Resources (45%)

Hires onboards supervises mentors and offboards staff with a focus on team building and individual staff development. Works closely with the ED bringing Reviews progress on projects with staff weekly and conducts annual reflections with input from the ED. Leads weekly staff meetings and team meetings. Develops job descriptions in coordination with the ED. Coordinates payroll and HR compliance with the Operations Manager. Tracks staff leave and time off. May in future manage payroll and benefits.

Fundraising & Development (45%)

Serve as the lead staff person for fundraising strategy implementation and evaluation across all revenue streams. Works closely with the grantwriting consultant to review and edit grant proposals and reports ensuring alignment with mission vision and program impact. Builds and stewards relationships with foundation corporate and government funders. Leads individual giving campaigns including direct mail appeals online fundraising and donor stewardship. Works closely with the Community Engagement Manager to support events and align fundraising with social media press releases and other external marketing. Tracks progress and creates reports on fundraising efforts for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Team Participation & Leadership (10%)

Participation. Each staff person contributes to the entire organization as a part of the team including participation at our annual Celebration event honoring volunteers and annual Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction; staffs at least two of our tabling events alongside volunteers (currently Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Co-op Earth Day Takoma Park Folk Festival and Alternative Gift Fair)). The DD will support our mission by periodically drive a route or work in the kitchen when needed. Each staff person is also expected to participate in professional development and training each year.

Leadership. Contributes to the development and evaluation of goals objectives and plans. Participates in future planning and implementation of plans. Reviews or develops policies and procedures making recommendations to the the absence of the ED assumes their responsibilities. May represent the organization at conferences meetings and other public venues.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 7 years of nonprofit experience including experience working with consultants volunteers and boards of directors; excellent communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders; ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a small growing organization.

Minimum 3 years managing staff knowledge of day-to-day nonprofit operations including HR coordination onboarding offboarding and payroll support. Comfortable working with an Operations Manager supporting compliance with HR tasks.

Minimum 3 years working in development and fundraising with demonstrable knowledge of the full range of revenue streams. Brings strong writing and editing skills with demonstrable ability to inspire through storytelling and mission-focused language.

Values Alignment with the culture statement vision mission and values of Meals on Wheels and commitment to upholding the terms of the staff handbook and ensuring legal compliance for the health of the organization.

Organizational Insight: Strong strategic thinking and planning skills; able to contribute to goal setting policy development and organizational growth initiatives.

Communication Skills: strong written and verbal communication skills; able to lead meetings draft or revise policies and represent the organization in professional settings.

Adaptability and Initiative: Enjoys working as part of a small team. Willing to step in wherever neededwhether supporting a special event filling in on a delivery route or helping in the kitchen.

Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with SharePoint Microsoft365 applications and HR or payroll platforms. Comfortable learning new systems.

Education: Bachelors degree or higher; a degree in nonprofit management human services public administration or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.

HOURS COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS. The DD regularly works 40 hours/week and supports the organization when the ED is on vacation or sabbatical leave. Onsite time is required weekly with some remote work possible. Compensation includes health insurance (medical dental and vision). Benefits include paid vacation starting at 3 weeks/year with the option for additional unpaid leave; 10 days paid sick leave; 5 days paid dependent care leave; and other benefits as described in the Staff Handbook.

HIRING POLICY. Meals on Wheels of Takoma Park/Silver Spring celebrates supports and thrives on diversity for the benefit of our staff clients and community. We welcome and encourage differences among our people and we are an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

TO APPLY. Apply at email your resume and cover letter to ; or mail your cover letter and resume to Meals on Wheels 6909 Laurel Ave. #5348 Takoma Park MD 20913. No calls or drop-ins please.