President

Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs

Job Description

Who we are
The Alliance for Contraception in Cats & Dogs (ACC&D) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to advance non-surgical sterilants and contraceptives for cats and dogs and to promote their global accessibility. We envision a world in which dog and cat populations are effectively and humanely managed, improving the lives of dogs and cats and the people who care about them. ACC&D serves as a catalyst for focus on this area of critical innovation to increase access to veterinary care. In that role, we inspired the Michelson Found Animals Foundation to establish the Michelson Prize and Grants; their program has led research toward a permanent injectable sterilant. Promising sterilant technology is now in early stages of the U.S. FDA regulatory process.

ACC&D serves as a bridge between animal welfare organizations, researchers, veterinarians, the public, and others pivotal to the success of new products in this area. There is much to be done to lay the groundwork for the use of new technologies, some with exciting nearer term applications to help animals. Our small staff and expert volunteers work on projects that aim to do both when possible.

Title President
Supervisor Chair - Board of Directors
Direct Reports Two
Exempt or Non-exempt Exempt. This is a salaried full-time position.
Location/Hours Remote, U.S.-based; flexible hours

Responsibilities
• Assure that ACC&D makes consistent and timely progress toward its long-range strategy to achieve its mission and vision.
• Provide leadership in developing program, fundraising and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff. Carry out plans and policies authorized by the Board.
• Establish strong relationships with non-profits, corporations, and foundations comprising ACC&D’s Council of Stakeholders program as well as with individual donors.
• Publicize and represent the organization, its mission, and its programs to the public and to key stakeholders, including animal welfare agencies, veterinary, industry, & scientific communities.
• Direct and ensure success of an effective team by maintaining a work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates a team of top-quality people as staff or contract employees.
• Promote quality participation by volunteers, including the Board of Directors, Scientific and International Advisors, and specialty services in areas of the organization’s work.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with ACC&D’s Board of Directors & advisory boards.
• Oversee all fiscal aspects of organization, including preparing budgets for Board approval, monitoring all expenses, and meeting financial goals.
• Maintain official records and documents; ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, including employee relations, insurance, taxes, non-profit status, legal, and others.

Qualifications and Skills
• Senior management level experience in non-profit or corporate environments.
• Proven track record raising significant funds through non-profit, foundation, major donors and/or social-good business ventures.
• Strategic strengths in marketing, communications, and business & program development
• Comfortable bridging between animal welfare, corporate scientific, and academic cultures.
• Significant experience working with a Board of Directors or comparable management structure.
• Strong relationships in relevant fields to advance organization credibility and networking. Fields include philanthropy, veterinary, animal welfare, pet industry.
• Passion for the mission of ACC&D.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated and results-oriented self-starter.

Background: 10+ years’ experience in nonprofit or corporate management with at least 5 years of Senior management or Executive experience.
Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in relevant area desired.
Salary Range: $100K - $120K annually* (see more details and how to apply at at acc-d.org/employment)

This is a full time job