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Executive Director
HeadCount
New York, NY
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HeadCount is a non-profit organization that sits at the intersection of culture and civic engagement with a nearly 20-year track record of registering and turning out voters, both online and at live music events (primarily concert tours and festivals). We have registered over 1.2 million voters, and most recently achieved a 78% turnout among those we registered for the 2020 Presidential election.
We partner with more than 200 musicians, events, and brands to accomplish our work. Key partners include Harry Styles, Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, Dead & Company, and Dave Matthews, as well as partnering for events with March for Our Lives, PRIDE Festivals, Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and with brands such as Spotify, Global Citizen, and MTV. In addition to these partners, HeadCount leverages the passion of over 60,000 volunteers to deliver on our mission.
About the Position:
The new executive director will step into their role at HeadCount during an exciting time of growth and success. They will be responsible for leading and managing the operations, fundraising, strategic planning, and growth of an organization with a $4-$5 million annual budget. They will work with a 22-person team of skilled and experienced staff who are passionate about delivering on our mission to change the world one voter at a time.
The role requires a visionary leader who can inspire and motivate staff, bring together communities in various music and cultural environments, and who has a deep appreciation for how music, technology, media, and youth culture can all work together to drive social impact. They will be an excellent communicator adept at balancing external and internal demands on the organization and staff, as well as a leader that prioritizes work/life balance for themselves, staff, and volunteers.
The executive director will report to the board of directors and will also partner directly with HeadCount's founder and outgoing executive director who will remain involved as a strategic consultant and ambassador.
The executive director's responsibilities include:
Strategy and Vision, Development, Fundraising and Partnerships. Organizational Management, Messaging, Brand and Public Communications, and Board Governance.
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics
+ At least 7 years of experience, with a proven track record of success in key areas including fundraising, strategic planning, partnership and business development, narrative storytelling, team leadership, campaign management and volunteer engagement;
+ A deep passion for music combined with strong knowledge of civic engagement, social justice, and how culture can drive positive change; a longstanding commitment to social impact in a measurable form, along with personal passion for democratic participation;
+ Successful experience generating revenue via either partnerships, multi-year major donors and/or foundations, sponsorship sales, commercial co-ventures or other forms of fundraising, in either the non-profit or private sector;
+ Ability to work in a nonpartisan environment and bring democratic participation to everyone, even those whose beliefs with which they may personally disagree;
+ A strong connection to and understanding of HeadCount's diverse and young target audience that will help us stay on the cultural forefront;
+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and build consensus;
+Fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes inspiration, collaboration, and candor; genuine openness to constructive input;
+Financial management skills, with experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance;
+Experience with marketing and communications, including social media, content development, and public relations; an awareness of trends in media, entertainment, design, and marketing so that we remain on the cutting edge of how we interact with the public - especially young voters;
+Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities;
+A demonstrated ability to identify, realize, and leverage innovative technology ideas;
+Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
+Willingness to travel as needed.
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HeadCount is a non-profit organization that sits at the intersection of culture and civic engagement with a nearly 20-year track record of registering and turning out voters, both online and at live music events (primarily concert tours and festivals). We have registered over 1.2 million voters, and most recently achieved a 78% turnout among those we registered for the 2020 Presidential election.
We partner with more than 200 musicians, events, and brands to accomplish our work. Key partners include Harry Styles, Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, Dead & Company, and Dave Matthews, as well as partnering for events with March for Our Lives, PRIDE Festivals, Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and with brands such as Spotify, Global Citizen, and MTV. In addition to these partners, HeadCount leverages the passion of over 60,000 volunteers to deliver on our mission.
About the Position:
The new executive director will step into their role at HeadCount during an exciting time of growth and success. They will be responsible for leading and managing the operations, fundraising, strategic planning, and growth of an organization with a $4-$5 million annual budget. They will work with a 22-person team of skilled and experienced staff who are passionate about delivering on our mission to change the world one voter at a time.
The role requires a visionary leader who can inspire and motivate staff, bring together communities in various music and cultural environments, and who has a deep appreciation for how music, technology, media, and youth culture can all work together to drive social impact. They will be an excellent communicator adept at balancing external and internal demands on the organization and staff, as well as a leader that prioritizes work/life balance for themselves, staff, and volunteers.
The executive director will report to the board of directors and will also partner directly with HeadCount's founder and outgoing executive director who will remain involved as a strategic consultant and ambassador.
The executive director's responsibilities include:
Strategy and Vision, Development, Fundraising and Partnerships. Organizational Management, Messaging, Brand and Public Communications, and Board Governance.
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics
+ At least 7 years of experience, with a proven track record of success in key areas including fundraising, strategic planning, partnership and business development, narrative storytelling, team leadership, campaign management and volunteer engagement;
+ A deep passion for music combined with strong knowledge of civic engagement, social justice, and how culture can drive positive change; a longstanding commitment to social impact in a measurable form, along with personal passion for democratic participation;
+ Successful experience generating revenue via either partnerships, multi-year major donors and/or foundations, sponsorship sales, commercial co-ventures or other forms of fundraising, in either the non-profit or private sector;
+ Ability to work in a nonpartisan environment and bring democratic participation to everyone, even those whose beliefs with which they may personally disagree;
+ A strong connection to and understanding of HeadCount's diverse and young target audience that will help us stay on the cultural forefront;
+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and build consensus;
+Fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes inspiration, collaboration, and candor; genuine openness to constructive input;
+Financial management skills, with experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance;
+Experience with marketing and communications, including social media, content development, and public relations; an awareness of trends in media, entertainment, design, and marketing so that we remain on the cutting edge of how we interact with the public - especially young voters;
+Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities;
+A demonstrated ability to identify, realize, and leverage innovative technology ideas;
+Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
+Willingness to travel as needed.
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