A partial list of in-process searches follows, along with a brief position description. If you wish to be considered, please contact the consultant listed via e-mail with a resume attached.

General inquiries should be sent via regular mail. If your background and experience are appropriate for our practice, we will include your information in our database, and will contact you in the future.

Please click on a particular search for a brief position description:

ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) ASSOCIATION

President & CEO

BLANTON MUSEUM
Director

CENTER FOR NATURAL LANDS MANAGEMENT
Executive Director

CONGREGATION EMANU-EL
Executive Director

CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM HOUSTON
Director

DRUG INFORMATION ASSOCIATION
Director, Programming

DRUG INFORMATION ASSOCIATION
Worldwide Director, Training

THE EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Director of Development

EHC LIFEBUILDERS
Chief Executive Officer

THE EXPERIENCE MUSIC PROJECT and SCIENCE FICTION MUSEUM
Director

THE EXPLORATORIUM
Director of Development

FOCUS: HOPE

Chief Executive Officer

HEIFER INTERNATIONAL

Director of Education - One World Village

HEIFER INTERNATIONAL

Manager of Public Programs - One World Village

HEIFER INTERNATIONAL

Operations Manager - One World Village

HILL MUSEUM & MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY

Executive Director

INTRAHEALTH INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Director of Communications

INTRAHEALTH INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Director of Human Resources

KICKSTART
Director of Develoment

MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM
Director

NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER
Director

THE ORANGE COUNTY PERFORMING ARTSCENTER
Vice President of Education

THE PENSION BOARDS - UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Chief Financial Officer

PRINCETON UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM
Director

READING EXCELLENCE AND DISCOVERY FOUNDATION
President

SAN FRANCISCO AIDS FOUNDATION
Vice President for Programs and Services

SESAME WORKSHOP
Executive Vice President - Chief Development Officer

THE SOLOMON R. GUGGENHEIM FOUNDATION AND MUSEUM
Director

VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
President & CEO

X PRIZE Foundation
Vice President of Development

ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) ASSOCIATION, Calabasas Hills, CA

President & CEO

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. ALS affects 30,000 people in the United States, causing the wasting away of the nerve cells of the brain and spinal column that control voluntary muscles. Death usually comes within 2-5 years from diagnosis and there is no known cure. The ALS Association (ALSA) is the only nationwide not-for-profit voluntary health organization dedicated solely to empowering and caring for ALS patients and to finding a cure, and pursues its mission by funding and directing a global research program, and providing patient services, advocacy and public information and education.

Headquartered north of Los Angeles in Calabasas California, and with numerous regional staff located throughout the country, ALSA supports a network of 41 independent yet interdependent chapters in the United States. The Association also provides patient support services through 32 Certified Centers™, more than 30 clinics, and two free standing ALS support groups nationwide. Advocacy is pursued nationally, regionally and through a Washington DC based government relations office.

The President’s primary responsibility is to lead the ALS Association and strengthen it financially; increase awareness of the ALS Association’s mission, programs, services and activities; promote the efficient and effective growth and delivery of patient care; and drive fundraising in support of national programs, advocacy and research efforts. This specifically includes a strong focus on marketing and public relations, the cultivation of individual, corporate and foundation philanthropic gifts, and aggressively promoting the ALS Association as the leading ALS research and care association in the United States.

The President will be the ALS Association’s chief national spokesperson and fundraiser, and will serve as a national advocate for ALS patients, the ALS Association headquarters programs and Chapters. It is expected that the President will speak prominently and forcefully about the ALS Association’s mission and programs, and enhance the national visibility of the organization.

The President will coordinate the efforts of a highly committed and far-reaching national organization, and to do this effectively it is critically important that the President cultivate the trust and confidence of an involved and active Board, Chapters, and professional and voluntary leadership. The ability to develop support from diverse constituencies is critical to the President’s overall success. The President must also ensure that headquarters managers and staff develop excellent relationships with the Chapters and the various Board Committee Chairs, and appropriately consult and coordinate with their Chapter counterparts who provide for patient and family care, education, outreach and fundraising in their local communities.

The total annual operating budget of the national office and chapters is $50 million. Of this, roughly $21 million is managed by the Association’s national headquarters, with approximately 43% dedicated to funding research, 25% to patient and community services, and 12% to education, awareness and advocacy, with the balance funding operations. Of the $44 million that is currently raised annually by the chapters, $2.4 million is allocated to headquarters-sponsored research grants, $4 million is allocated to other national program services, and the balance is allocated locally to regional patient care, advocacy and operations.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Mark Oppenheim or Lisa Grossman at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.alsa.org.

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BLANTON MUSEUM, Austin, TX

Director

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Fine Arts, the Director will position the Blanton Museum as an internationally distinguished art museum dedicated to outstanding exhibitions, collections, art historical research, fine arts education, and exceptional visitor experiences.

The Director will sustain and extend the unique positioning and branding of the Blanton Museum as a distinguished resource within the University of Texas, for the region, and across the field. He or she will achieve the highest standards of museum practice while developing exciting exhibitions of significance to the Museum’s various constituents, and while contributing to the educational mission of the University of Texas and the College of Fine Arts. The Director will build and diversify earned and contributed income, and with the Dean, Provost and Chair of the Museum Council, review the Blanton Museum’s governance structure, practices, Museum Council committee structure, and other aspects of institutional governance, and propose enhancements to strengthen the institution’s finances, operations, collections, reputation, and programming.

The Museum currently has a $6 million annual operating budget, 50 full time staff, 30 part time staff and 20 students serving in various capacities. In addition, the University of Texas and the College of Fine Arts provide support that does not appear in the Blanton’ operating budget.

The Blanton’s collection encompasses more that 17,000 works, and is particularly recognized for its modern and contemporary American and Latin American art collections, and an unusually extensive collection of works on paper, including: The Mari and James A. Michener Collection; one of the country’s most significant and comprehensive collections of Latin American art; the CR Smith Collection featuring frontier images of the American West; works on paper, dating from the 15 th Century through to the present; and one of this country’s most important collections of 17 th and 18 th century paintings, the Suida-Manning Collection.

Over the last five years a major new museum complex has developed to position the Blanton Museum of Art for future growth, and provide flexible programming and exhibition space. In April 2006 the Mari and James A. Michener Gallery Building was opened, comprising 124,000 square feet of exhibition, conservation and office space, and The Edgar A. Smith building, featuring 56,000 square feet of office, classroom, auditorium and retail space, will open by the end of 2008. Connecting the two buildings is a 145,000 square foot public plaza and garden designed by acclaimed landscape architect Peter Walker.

Located in Austin, the University of Texas is one of the top ranked and largest public research universities in the United States with 21,000 faculty and staff, 16 colleges and schools, and 50,000 students. Renowned for its library and special collections, the University of Texas also hosts the Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center, the Benson Latin American Collection, the Center for American History, and the Institute for Classical Archaeology. The university is ambitious, determined and driven to excel in all fields of endeavor, and recently has placed a particular emphasis on developing the Blanton Museum as a treasured resource.

The City of Austin has a strong reputation as a vital arts center, and is particularly recognized as the live music capital of the world. The capital of Texas, Austin is the 16 th most populous city in the nation with about 1.25 million citizens in the metroplex area. Austin is ethnically diverse and has a reputation for being unconventional, and innovative. Roughly half of its people are white, a third Hispanic, 10% African American and 5% Asian, and Austin is America’s third fastest growing large city. Money Magazine named Austin the “No. 1 Best Big City” in 2006, and Popular Science named Austin in the top five of “The Greenest Cities in America”, and it consistently appears high in rankings of the best places to live in the United States. Austin is known as a politically liberal, youthful city, with a diverse business community focusing on technology, services, popular culture and tourism.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Mark Oppenheim or Nancy Painter at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.blantonmuseum.org.

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CENTER FOR NATURAL LANDS MANAGEMENT, Sacramento, CA

Executive Director

The Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) protects biological resources through the long-term, science-based stewardship of mitigation and conservation lands. CNLM is a largely self-funded nonprofit that accepts land into its portfolio only if there is sufficient funding to sustain the land as required by its charter. In essence CNLM acts as a land management services business. The organization’s culture is very focused on fiscal discipline as a critical enabler of its mission to protect natural lands.

The Executive Director will assume day-to-day management of CNLM, strengthening and preparing the organization for the next phase in its lifecycle, with the intention of expanding its capacity, reach and effectiveness. The organization’s founder is stepping down to pursue other interests after almost 18 years of leadership. The Board, many of whom have been associated with CNLM for a number of years, consists of a balance of conservationists, business leaders, academics, and attorneys with a strong interest in preserving natural lands. There are 35 staff, 27 of which are dedicated to conservation and preserve (i.e., land) management activities. CNLM currently manages over 50,000 acres, an operating budget of $3.25 million, and an endowment of over $40 million dedicated to ensuring that management of land is self-sustaining.

CNLM headquarters is currently located in northern San Diego County, and will be relocated to Sacramento in the near future. Other satellite offices are located throughout California in Arcata, Santa Cruz, Kern, Riverside, Thousand Palms and Orange County. The existing headquarters in the San Diego County office is expected to become a satellite office.

The organization provides four services or essential resources related to effective and responsible management of natural lands:

• Habitat Management – There are over 60 separate habitat management projects of various sizes, and activities include endangered species monitoring, management of prescriptive burn programs, land use planning (grazing, public recreation, research etc.), trespass control, invasive species control, environmental education, and various interagency and other coordination activities. Preserve habitats include desert, coastal, marshland, forest, grassland, among others.
• Land Conservation Analysis and Planning – CNLM has developed a range of practices, methods and tools for the evaluation of proposed natural lands projects, including the Property Assessment Record (PAR). These tools define the conservation requirements of particular projects, budgets, staffing, permitting and administration challenges. CNLM offers its analysis and planning services to other organizations as a service, and also provides training in the methods used by CNLM.
• Financial Management – Through a relationship with a major financial institution, CNLM manages funds dedicated to ensuring that lands under its stewardship can be appropriately managed in perpetuity.
• Information Clearinghouse – CNLM collects and shares data on the land managed by the organization, and generally shares intelligence that might be useful to partners and others with an interest in natural lands management.

In pursuing its mission, CNLM works with the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, California State Parks, California Department of Fish and Game, regional water quality control boards, various county parks, public utilities, California state land conservancies, and The Nature Conservancy, as well as private land owners and land conservancies.

The Executive Director will manage these activities, develop the overall operating and expansion strategy for the organization, and strengthen the Center for Natural Lands Management financially and operationally.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Mark Oppenheim or Nancy Painter at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.cnlm.org.

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CONTREGATION EMANU-EL, San Francisco, CA

Executive Director

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors, manages a staff of over 100 and a budget of $12,000,000, and is ultimately responsible for the temple’s physical plant, operations, cemetery activities, finances, fundraising, membership services, and education programs.

The Executive Director is expected to help create and maintain an environment which is secure, welcoming, and inviting, and serves the needs of clergy and the congregation. He or she establishes and maintains conditions in which clergy can function optimally to meet congregants’ religious, social, and community needs. The Executive Director works in partnership with the Senior Rabbi, other clergy, a senior management team, lay leadership, and volunteers to support the mission of the congregation, and is responsible for operations, program management, fund-raising strategies and coordination, membership recruitment and retention, resource management (both financial and human), and oversight of capital campaigns.

The Executive Director must work successfully with four key constituencies:

• A large staff which deserves first-rate leadership and managerial skill, along with clear priorities and goals;
• A team of clergy (comprised of five rabbis, a cantor, and a rabbinic scholar-in-residence) who desire understanding, active material support, and teamwork in their leadership of the spiritual and educational needs of the congregation;
• A Board which entrusts executive authority and expects capable administration as well as regular and transparent reporting;
• The members of the congregation who desire a caring, engaged, and accessible leader.

Congregation Emanu-El has a distinguished history serving the Jewish community in San Francisco and participating in the Reform movement nationally since its founding in 1850. The institution benefits from inspiring clergy, a thoughtful and active outreach to today’s diverse constituency, high-quality educational opportunities, an engaged and talented Board, a committed staff, and an involved congregation. In the past ten years, the congregation has grown from 1500 to over 2600 families.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Lisa Grossman or Mark Oppenheim at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information can be found at www.emanuelsf.org.

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CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM HOUSTON, Houston, TX

Director

The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a not-for-profit, non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national and regional art. Through dynamic exhibitions accompanied by scholarly publications and accessible educational programs, the Museum reaches out to local, regional, national and international audiences of various ages.

The Director will provide the artistic oversight, strategic leadership and management expertise for the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston.  He or she will be an articulate, energetic and inspiring contemporary arts leader, fundraiser and relationship builder who will represent the Museum’s interests to the public and enthusiastically embrace a leadership role in the arts and cultural community in Houston and beyond.  Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Director will manage CAMH’s operations and activities, including overseeing all curatorial, development, education, external relations, finance, and administrative departments and staff. 

The Director will ensure that CAMH’s mission is fulfilled and that its strategic objectives are fully articulated and attained.  In close partnership with the curatorial staff, the Director will define the scope and direction of exhibition programming, set interpretive goals and articulate clear objectives for the continued development of programming and educational initiatives.  The Director will also be responsible for the overall financial and operational condition of CAMH, including annual and long-term plans and budgets, securing funding, building the endowment, preparing for a potential capital campaign and maximizing sources of earned income.  He or she will play a central role in fundraising, working closely with the leadership of the Board to secure the resources needed to support the ongoing operations of the institution, as well as the development of new initiatives. 

The Director’s priorities in the first 18 to 24 months will be to thoroughly understand all facets of CAMH; gain a comprehensive knowledge of CAMH’s history, culture, staff, finances and operations, planned exhibitions, education and public programs, and base of financial support; forge a strong, collaborative relationship with the Chair of the Board, the Executive Committee and other Board members; get to know individual Board members and understand their strengths and capabilities, working closely with them to bring forth their best ideas, efforts, resources and contacts; get to know the Greater Houston community, its cultural climate and its audience base; take on a leadership role within the cultural fabric of the region; actively cultivate relationships with the Museum’s broad constituency (past and present), including members, donors, artists, collectors, educators, philanthropic organizations, corporate leaders, peer institutions and the media; serve as an articulate and persuasive spokesperson for the Museum; work closely with the Board to set the strategic direction for CAMH; unify the Board around a vision for the future and guide the Board in fulfilling its commitment to that vision – both in terms of fundraising, and active Board leadership and participation; develop a strategic plan that enables the Museum to move forward successfully and to build financial and audience support for its programs; carefully evaluate the Museum’s programming and provide direction for future exhibitions, programs and educational outreach that will appeal to an increasingly broad audience and reflect the dynamism of the Museum; develop compelling ways to promote the Museum’s activities to its member base and increase the appeal of the Museum to new members; motivate and inspire the staff; understand their strengths and concerns, and set the professional bar; instill a feeling of partnership and cohesion across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have senior-level management and leadership responsibility in a museum or associated institution that is known for quality and excellence; demonstrated ability to plan and operate strategically, build public support, increase membership, monitor and strengthen finances, inspire staff, and create successful exhibitions and programming; knowledge of contemporary art coupled with an appreciation for and understanding of its relationship to the artistic past; a commitment to arts education and an enthusiasm for cultivating converts to the ideas and innovations of contemporary art; demonstrated ability to move from strategic plan to action; able to focus and engage Board and staff in clarifying goals and implementing a clear plan; proven ability to raise funds and identify, cultivate, and solicit major donors and other sources of revenue; competence, ease and experience handling multiple revenue streams and budgets effectively; success and creativity in identifying and developing earned income opportunities; demonstrated success managing people and operations with a proven ability to attract, motivate, professionalize, mentor and retain talented staff; demonstrated ability to forge mutually-respectful, trusting and effective relationships with a diverse group of board members, cultural leaders, and people at all levels in a collegial and cooperative manner; a track record as team builder who can delegate and empower while creating a positive and effective work culture; proven ability to act as an advocate for the visual arts; enthusiastic about Houston and the rededication of CAMH as a transformative force for contemporary expression in an urban center; outstanding oral and written communication skills, a successful record as a compelling communicator, with the presence and credibility to serve as an effective spokesperson for CAMH locally and nationally; a master’s or a PhD in art history or an appropriate discipline, coupled with a significant level of education or experience in management; connections to a national and international network of artists and arts professionals that can be called upon to enhance programmatic excellence.

For additional information on the Museum, please visit www.camh.org.

Please send applications and nominations to Laurie Nash or Becky Klein at:

Phillips Oppenheim

521 Fifth Avenue, 29th Floor

New York, New York 10175

CAMH@phillipsoppenheim.com

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DRUG INFORMATION ASSOCIATION, Horsham, PA

Director, Programming

The Director of Programming will serve as a member of the executive management team and will be responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of DIA’s Global Programming Portfolio (excluding Europe).  Currently, DIA offers over 30 programs in North America and six to 10 programs throughout the rest of the world annually.  Responsibilities include oversights of Program Development, Program Management, Exhibits, Contracting and Webinars.  Additionally, s/he will be responsible for providing programming leadership as DIA expands globally (currently active expansion plans are in process for India and China).

The ideal candidate will be a creative, innovative leader with the following experience and qualifications: graduate degree is preferred; pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience is required; international experience is strongly preferred; at least 12 years of related experience in pharmaceutical regulatory environment, discovery, development, surveillance or marketing of pharmaceuticals or related products, and/or hospitality industry, including major meeting initiatives; working knowledge of how policy affects the pharmaceutical industry; able to interact with all organizational levels and/or professions and cultures; able to lead and develop staff; prioritize and multi-task; detail oriented and possess excellent written, verbal communication, and organizational skills; excellent customer service skills; able to handle difficult situations with professionalism and tact; able to work both independently and in a team environment; computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office; and able to travel 15 to 35 percent of the time.

For more information, visit www.diahome.org.

Please send nominations or applications, including all contact information to, Susan Meade and G. Angela Henry at DIA-DP@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

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DRUG INFORMATION ASSOCIATION, Horsham, PA

Worldwide Director, Training

The Worldwide Director of Training will serve as a member of the executive management team, reporting to the Worldwide Executive Director, and will be responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of DIA’s Global Training initiatives.  This key leader will oversee DIA’s current offerings which include instructor-led, e-learning and in-company trainings to participants in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.  The Director will also be responsible for the enhancement of DIA’s current curriculum as well as the development of new curricula.  Additionally this person will be responsible for driving the expansion of DIA’s training product portfolio and geographical regions.

The ideal candidate will be a creative, innovative leader with the following experience and qualifications: bachelor’s degree in a closely related field, plus advanced knowledge in training/organizational development; graduate degree is preferred; knowledge of state-of-the-art training methods and tools; pharmaceutical industry experience is required; international experience is strongly preferred; at least 10 years of related experience that reflects experience directing a training function, applied/hands-on training experience, web-based instructional design experience, and staff supervisory/management experience; ability to interact with all organizational levels and/or professions and cultures; able to lead and develop staff; detail oriented and possess excellent written, verbal communication, and organizational skills; excellent customer service skills; handle difficult situations with professionalism and tact; able to work both independently and in a team environment; computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office; and able to travel 15 to 35 percent of the time.

For more information, visit www.diahome.org.

Please send nominations or applications, including all contact information, to Susan Meade and G. Angela Henry at DIA-DOT@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

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EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, San Francisco, CA

Director of Development

Edgewood helps children and families overcome severe challenges like abuse, neglect, mental illness, and family crisis. Founded more than 150 years ago as a Gold Rush orphanage, Edgewood has evolved to become an innovative, multifaceted agency. Today Edgewood provides essential services to more than 5,000 Bay Area children and families each year, primarily through locations in San Francisco and San Mateo. The organization has a staff of 415, a development department of seven staff, and a budget of about $23 million of which only about $2.5 million is contributed by a combination of philanthropic organizations and individuals. Roughly 70-percent of Edgewood's revenue comes in the form of government grants and fees for services rendered, and government funding is expected to diminish over the next years. The goal is to double contributed revenue in the next 5 years to support the objectives set forth in the organization's new Strategic Plan.

Reporting to the CEO, the Director provides the leadership, management and coordination for Edgewood's fundraising efforts including donor marketing and communications. The Director will design and implement strategies to increase annual funding through increases in individual giving, major gifts, foundation and government grants, corporate partnerships, planned gifts and special events. With the support of the CEO and Board, he or she is expected to make changes that strengthen the professionalism and capacity of the Development Department in order to equip the organization to meet annual program funding needs of $3.5 million by 2010 and $5 million by 2013. The Director will work with the CEO, Board and Development staff to optimize the department's structure and configuration. This includes bringing to Edgewood and the Development Department the practices, systems, accountability, Board and Executive staff engagement and methods of a world class fundraising organization.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Lisa Grossman or Mark Oppenheim at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information can be found at www.edgewood.org.

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EHC LIFEBUILDERS, Milpitas, CA

Chief Executive Officer

EHC LifeBuilders was founded 28 years ago as the Emergency Housing Consortium (EHC) to provide shelter to homeless families in Santa Clara County, California. Over the years the organization evolved to provide care and support along with housing options to thousands of single adults, families, and youth who find themselves on the streets or on the brink of personal disaster.  Renamed EHC LifeBuilders in 2005, the agency provides direct aid to clients by providing services that will enable them to lead self-supporting independent lives. EHC LifeBuilders provides a continuum of care through Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing, Permanent Housing Programs, and Supportive Services.

Reporting to the Board of Directors through the Chair of the Board, the CEO will provide the overall leadership and strategic direction for the organization. Assisted by a management team and staff, he/she will manage the organization’s activities, funding streams, programs, fundraising, infrastructure, and finances. The CEO will lead and build relationships with public agencies on the city, county and federal levels. The CEO’s responsibilities will be to substantially increase funding, strengthen operational infrastructure and drive the evolution of programs and services.

The CEO will ensure that EHC is fiscally sound and meeting its financial obligations, that its programs continue to be of the highest quality and meet the changing needs of the community, and to the extent necessary, will ensure that EHC develops solid relationships with all political entities within its service area. It is expected that the CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors to continue to re-establish credibility in the community and among the stakeholders of EHC as they shape programs that improve the lives of the homeless in Santa Clara County. A good strategic sense, sound operational and financial management and exceptional interpersonal skills are all important to the CEO’s success.

Key values that permeate EHC at all levels are respect for individuals no matter their circumstances, forthright communication, collaboration internally and externally, service excellence and maintaining financial strength and balance.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Lisa Grossman, Michael McKeon or Mark Oppenheim at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.ehclifebuilders.org.

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EXPERIENCE MUSIC PROJECT and SCIENCE FICTION MUSEUM, Seattle, WA

Director

The Director will lead EMP|SFM as it continues its evolution as a unique institution that celebrates and explores popular culture, the artists that influence it and the impact of new ways of thinking on individual creativity. Reporting to the Board, the Director is accountable for managing all aspects of the museum’s operations and implementing a recently completed Strategic Plan.

Noted innovator and philanthropist Paul Allen founded EMP|SFM and his substantial collections of contemporary music and science fiction memorabilia are the cornerstone of the museum. The collections and the architecture of the museum highlight the transformative influence that revolutionary thinkers play in shaping contemporary culture. At the heart of EMP|SFM’s mission is the desire to encourage a visitor’s personal mode of exploration and expression. The staff and leadership of the museum hold a strong conviction that creativity can be learned and that the creative impulse should be actively nurtured. EMP|SFM has a current budget of nearly $20 million and a staff of 160.

EMP|SFM provides a broad range of education programs including school visits complemented by 30-minute investigation workshops, teacher in-service workshops and professional development training, on-line courses, summer camps for students through 12th grade, music lessons and, for the youngest museum visitors, the SpinKids Station. EMP|SFM annually hosts a Pop Conference that brings together academics, writers, performers and music lovers for a dialogue about music and popular culture. Experience: The Band is a new program in partnership with Berklee College of Music to integrate instrumental and vocal instruction, ensemble performance and musicianship classes with on-line learning and community-building. Band member participants are eligible for scholarships to summer programs and full tuition to Berklee College of Music. These education offerings complement the public programming at the museum which includes:  

• Sound Off! the largest battle of the bands for musicians, 21 and under, that serves as a showcase and launching pad for young talent
• Oral History Live ! featuring live interviews with musicians authors, filmmakers and producers.
• Jazz in January a week-long event held in collaboration with Earshot Jazz
• Science Fiction Short Film Festival an international juried festival held in collaboration with Seattle’s International Film Festival
• All Access Night free admission and live music on the first Thursday of each month
• Family Days including hands-on art projects, music demonstrations, live performance and special access tours once a month
• Exposed: Inside Film our newest feature film series, including interviews with directors, screenwriters and actors, hosted by local film critic, Warren Etheredge of the Warren Report.

EMP|SFM is housed in an iconic 140,000 square foot Frank O. Gehry-designed building that is located adjacent to Seattle’s Space Needle. EMP|SFM opened in 2000 as the Experience Music Project, a museum designed to explore creativity and innovation as expressed through American popular music and exemplified by rock’n’roll. The Science Fiction Museum was added in 2004 to enable visitors to experience ideas of literary and visual artists that have influenced how we think today.  

For a full position description or more information, please contact Mark Oppenheim, Nancy Painter or Chris Heller at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.empsfm.org.

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EXPLORATORIUM, San Francisco, CA

Director of Development

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director will positively influence the Exploratorium’s future by leading all fundraising efforts. This highly innovative, technologically savvy institution desires a master fundraiser who can leverage the Exploratorium’s internationally recognized brand for institutional advancement using conventional and evolving fundraising methods. The Director will increase funding for the Exploratorium through:

• A $260 million capital campaign to fund the Exploratorium’s relocation to Piers 15-17, increase the endowment and program the new facility;
• Events; including the Annual Awards Dinner which has a 30 year history of success;
• National Science Foundation and other government funding;
• Business and corporate sponsorships,
• Philanthropic grant proposal development,
• An annual operating fund campaign that includes major gift, planned giving, restricted giving, matching gift, web-based giving and mass outreach elements.

The Exploratorium is a hands-on learning center for science that enables visitors to explore how their own world works. The Exploratorium’s public face is that of a science museum, but this does small justice to the organization’s full international impact on the fields of science, art, museums and education. In reality, the museum and exhibitions are themselves an outgrowth of the Exploratorium’s mission of making the process of scientific and artistic inquiry accessible to people of all ages.

Located geographically in San Francisco and on-line in the virtual world of “Second Life”, the Exploratorium nurtures curiosity about the world around us. The organization’s vast internet website also links viewers globally to the Exploratorium’s various activities and ventures. The Exploratorium’s open knowledge sharing and innovations in teaching science have changed the whole notion of science education and spawned a movement to develop science museums worldwide. The Exploratorium provides the public and other institutions with six distinct kinds of services and experiences.

• The Exploratorium is a learning research, development and testing facility for the construction of interactive, replicable exhibits that explain and demonstrate particular scientific phenomenon. More than 900 Exploratorium exhibits have been designed to date, and these exhibits cover the broadest range of biological, physical, cognitive and information sciences. Experiments also focus on the part played by the observer as we interact with our physical world.
• The Exploratorium offers public programs that complement exhibitions and address various topics of current interest. These programs animate the museum and website with innovative events, activities, experiences, and exposure to fresh ideas. Programs include original plays, films, craft demonstrations, artist projects, and lectures.
• The Exploratorium provides a physical museum space that functions both as venue for science and art exhibits and programs, as well as an on-site testing facility that enables developers to evaluate how the public interacts with particular exhibits so that improvements can be incorporated into the designs. The Exploratorium receives almost 500,000 visitors annually. 57% of visitors are adults, and 70% of the parties visiting come with children. Just over half of the visitors are from the San Francisco Bay Area.
• The Exploratorium provides exhibitions and experiences that are rented by other institutions. Examples include the Memory exhibition with will travel to 21 sites through 2008 and explores how humans process, store, retrieve, and forget memories. Navigation explores the diversity and ingenuity of human navigation methods and has visited 23 venues since 1993. A version of the Traits of Life exhibition will have visited nine cities by the end of 2007. The organization also publishes “cookbooks” that can be used by educators, schools, colleges and museums to stage exhibitions developed by the Exploratorium. Over 350 museums have versions or replicas of the Exploratorium’s original exhibits.
• The Exploratorium acts as an international center for teacher development , helping educators and education institutions to explore new, more engaging and content rich approaches to science education. The organization has worked with more than 4,500 elementary science educators from 850 school districts in 39 states. The Exploratorium’s Center for Informal Learning and Schools (CILS) conducts research, hosts symposia, and leads professional development programs that strengthen the infrastructure of other museums and science education institutions.
• The Exploratorium provides open access to ideas and content developed by the Exploratorium , and freely extends its virtual exhibition space into the World Wide Web. The organization also makes its intellectual property available through more traditional publications of books and other materials. The Exploratorium is located in the virtual world of Second Life, and the Exploratorium website currently contains 22,000 pages covering a broad range of topics. The site receives over 27 million distinct visits annually, making it one of the world’s most visited museum websites.

The Exploratorium was highlighted in the recently published book, Forces for Good as a model of high-impact work that creates ripples that have reached far beyond the walls of the institution.

Contributed funding support is provided to the Exploratorium for these different services by the National Science Foundation and other government entities; foundations; and individual donors. Additional funding support is provided through about $10 million in sales of tickets and various other products. The Exploratorium’s total budget is $31 million, and the Director of Development is responsible for cultivating all contributed revenue sources, including about $17 million in annual operating funds.

The Board of Directors has recently approved the relocation of the Exploratorium to a new location near the San Francisco Ferry Terminal, and is in the midst of a four year negotiation and construction project with the Port of San Francisco to open a new facility at Piers 15-17. Assuming that negotiations are successfully completed, the Exploratorium will be responsible for restoring the pier substructure and for architecturally enhancing and restoring the historic buildings of the piers. After the renovation, Pier 15 will support a 200,000 square-foot museum with 80,000 square-feet of outdoor space, and the Exploratorium will have the option of developing the adjacent Pier 17 in future years. EHDD Architecture, the team behind the Monterey Bay Aquarium, has been hired to work on the project. In addition to having responsibility for developing annual funding support, the Director of Development bears overall responsibility for managing this $260 million capital campaign.

The Development Department currently has 12 staff, and is expected to grow to 16 in the immediate future. The Board of Directors is fully engaged and dedicated to supporting the institution’s development objectives.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Mark Oppenheim or Nancy Painter at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.exploratorium.edu.

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FOCUS: HOPE, Detroit, MI

Chief Executive Officer

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will oversee the day-to-day leadership and management of the organization across the Engineering, Research and Development, and Education and Training Divisions.  On the most fundamental level, the Chief Executive Officer will manage and evaluate senior staff, serve as the chief fundraiser, represent the organization as the leading spokesperson, function as the liaison to the Board of Directors, and articulate and execute a programmatic vision for the organization. 

The Chief Executive Officer will be a creative and entrepreneurial leader with the following experience and qualifications:  a deep commitment to addressing urban blight; an understanding of and a connection to large urban communities; extensive senior-level experience in leading a comprehensive community-based organization or program; skill to oversee the education and business components of this complex organization; experience in strategic planning, program development and execution, and evaluation; solid board experience; credibility among community leaders, government officials and relevant stakeholders; strong record as an effective fundraiser; a leader who can reach out effectively and establish partnerships based on mutual interest and trust; a personal commitment to workforce development, education and human service issues with a proven track record in developing programs to help young people attain sustainable jobs with livable wages; supervisory experience appropriate for a staff of over 300; experience as a public speaker who can inspire support for the organization; a bachelor’s degree and an added bonus of a graduate degree in business, social work, public policy, human services or a related field; and 10 to 15 years of related work experience in a leadership capacity.         

Please send nominations or applications, including all contact information, to Paul Spivey at FocusHope@PhillipsOppenheim.com.    

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HEIFER INTERNATIONAL, Little Rock, AR

Director of Education - One World Village

With education being a strategic priority at Heifer International, the totally new Murphy Keller Education Center and One World Village is being created to be an interactive learning experience located on the same site as the newly constructed Little Rock, Arkansas headquarters.  The interactive learning experience will include exhibits and ongoing education programming and visitor amenities that will educate and engage the public with Heifer’s mission.

The responsibility of the Director of Education will be to conceptualize and create educational programs that will raise awareness of the Center and Village as a fun and exciting destination with a substantive educational component.  Programs will embrace the international multicultural diversity and the strong environmental sensitivity of Heifer’s work.  The target audience will include families, individual tourists and tour groups, organizations, clubs, youth groups, and senior citizens.  Programs will also be created for schools from elementary through college.  Goal of the programs will be to engage the broader community in the process of lifelong learning.  These programs are not limited to but will include seminars and symposia, mini-classes for adults, weekend programs for families and events and festivals that celebrate and showcase the mission and outreach of Heifer International.

In partnership with the education team, the Director of Education will lead the staff delivering and facilitating those programs.  This position also oversees and conducts training of volunteers in educational programming.  The position reports to the Senior Director, One World Village.

Responsibilities will include creating and directing all school and education programs.  Direct and evaluate staff, responsible for budget projections, serve as a member of the Center’s Management Team and as a contributing member of the Education Department Team.  Represent Heifer at education conferences.  Work with International Development Team, international fundraising offices, country programs and others to facilitate the use and adaptation of Heifer-developed school-based programs in other countries.  Work with other divisions within the Heifer organization to build partnerships with corporations and institutions for the development, support, marketing and distribution of school-based programs.

Requirements:  BA and 10 years of experience or 14 years job related experience.  Preference will be given to individuals with experience in exhibits-based informal and formal education, such as in a museum environment.

Ability to travel as requested, some weekends and holiday work required.  Candidates will need to have excellent skills in communication, facilitation and team leadership. 

For further information on Heifer International, please visit them on the web at www.heifer.org.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Addie Jones at HeiferEdDirector@PhillipsOppeheim.com.

A more detailed position description is available upon request.

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HEIFER INTERNATIONAL, Little Rock, AR

Manager of Public Programs - One World Village

With education being a strategic priority at Heifer International, the totally new Murphy Keller Education Center & One World Village is being created as an interactive learning experience located on the same site as the newly constructed Little Rock, Arkansas headquarters.  This interactive learning experience will include exhibits, ongoing education programming and visitor amenities that will educate and engage the public with Heifer’s mission. 

The program design will be creative and varied, including elements such as multicultural festivals, speaker series, day-camps, family entertainers and professional conferences, among others.  The Public Program Manager will establish new institutional relationships with adult & youth organizations and other nonprofit institutions.  Create opportunities through Heifer’s resources for multiple interactions with adult learners and other local and regional groups seeking educational enrichment opportunities for their members.  Develop programs that position Murphy Keller and One World Village as a destination experience both for residents of the region and one-time visitors to the Little Rock area.  Create budgets and marketing plans to raise awareness of the programs among local and regional audiences.  He or she will also create informational materials for the general public that will support Heifer’s educational goals and attract a diverse audience to the Murphy Keller Education Center and One World Village.  Other responsibilities include working with volunteers to support multiple programs.  The position reports to the Director of Education – One World Village.

Requirements:  BA and seven years of experience or 11 years job related experience.  Some weekends and holiday work required.  Candidates will need to have excellent skills overseeing multiple projects, programs and activities.  Excellent education research, monitoring and evaluation skills and strong general management skills.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Addie Jones at HeiferPublicPrograms@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

For further information on Heifer International, please visit them on the web at www.heifer.org.

A more detailed position description is available upon request.

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HEIFER INTERNATIONAL, Little Rock, AR

Operations Manager - One World Village

With education being a strategic priority at Heifer International, the Murphy Keller Education Center and One World Village is being created to be an interactive learning experience located on the same site as the newly constructed Little Rock, Arkansas headquarters.  The interactive learning experience will include exhibits and ongoing education programming and visitor amenities that will educate and engage the public with Heifer’s mission. 

The responsibility of the Director of Operations will be to serve as the central point of contact for daily operations of the education complex.  This position provides administration of policies, procedures and overall operation, including supervising front desk and volunteers.  Reports to the Senior Director – One World Village.

Responsibilities will include those associated with managing a facility and its human resources. Compiling monthly reports on activities, personnel, expenditures and progress toward goals outlined in the strategic plan for the education center.  Work with Senior Director on special projects.  Develop and maintain tracking systems for reports.  Assign and review work of direct reports.

Requirements:  BA and seven years of experience or 11 years job related experience.  Ability to travel as requested.  Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues and the general public.  Organizational skills a must.

For further information on Heifer International, please visit them on the web at www.heifer.org.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Addie Jones at HeiferOperations@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

A more detailed position description is available upon request.

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HILL MUSEUM & MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY, Collegeville, MN

Executive Director

The Executive Director of Hill Museum and Manuscript Library (HMML) will provide the entrepreneurial leadership, vision, strategy and management for the institution, and have responsibility for the Library’s day-to-day activities, exhibitions and programs.  Working collaboratively with the Board of HMML, the President of the University and the Institutional Advancement Department, the Executive Director will also serve as an external presence and spokesperson – strengthening current funding, developing new and more diverse sources of revenue, representing the organization’s globally-focused mission and purpose, and raising its visibility among scholars, researchers, other academic institutions, museums and libraries, and the general public. 

The Executive Director will ensure that HMML is fiscally and administratively sound, that its infrastructure and programs are well organized and strategically focused, and that the technology is in place to facilitate access to the Library’s collections and archives.  It is expected that this person will develop and implement long-range plans, business strategies and other initiatives, including exhibitions of The Saint John’s Bible and related scholarly and artistic programs.  In pursuit of these objectives, the Executive Director will report to the Board of HMML and the President of Saint John’s University, and work collaboratively within the administrative, academic and spiritual community of the University and the Abbey.  The Executive Director will be a Vice President of the University and serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet.  The Executive Director will guide and motivate an energetic and dedicated staff of 12 and oversee a $1.5 million budget.

The Executive Director should have the following experience and qualifications:  proven managerial, problem-solving, planning and commensurate fiscal responsibilities within a not-for-profit cultural, humanities or educational institution, research institute or academically affiliated organization or the like; alternatively, the individual could bring for-profit business experience provided that he/she has served on nonprofit boards and/or has respect for the humanities and cultural preservation; a solid track record of creating and implementing a strategy for fundraising and marketing and generating support from individual donors, foundations and corporations; a proven ability to solicit funds and build support for the dissemination and utilization of intellectual property or scholarly resources; demonstrable success as a steward of responsible growth and in building institutions and bringing about change in exciting and creative ways; able to articulate a vision for HMML and its role in the cultural and intellectual life of Saint John’s University and beyond; the skill, confidence and diplomacy to work effectively with an engaged and passionate Board; proven ability to create constructive partnerships within the Board and the University, as well as with Saint John’s Abbey, and other relevant constituents; demonstrated ability to attract other constituencies, users, collections and the like into a library, museum or similar institution would be beneficial; the ability to serve as an articulate spokesperson who can represent the HMML in an intelligent, yet vibrant way in writing and verbally, for both formal and extemporaneous presentations; an advanced degree is preferred, ideally in a field related to the ongoing work of HMML; foreign language competency encouraged.

For additional information about HMML, please consult www.hmml.org. 

Please send applications and nominations to Mark Tarnacki or Debra Oppenheim at HMML@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

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INTRAHEALTH INTERNATIONAL, INC., Chapel Hill, NC

Director of Communications

Organizational Mission:  To mobilize local talent to create sustainable and accessible healthcare.

IntraHealth International is a fast-paced, growing international not-for-profit organization based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina with an annual budget of $60 million, staff of more than 450 professionals and field offices throughout the developing world.  Throughout its 30-year history – from its founding at the University of North Carolina to present – IntraHealth has been a leader in expanding access to quality healthcare services to communities in need.  The organization’s unique strength lies in its attention to the health workforce, recognizing that appropriately placed, well-prepared and supported health workers are essential to improving the health of communities and families around the world.  

IntraHealth brings varied expertise needed to meet the specific health and social challenges in the developing world, including maternal health, newborn and child health, reproductive health and family planning; HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.  Key organizational technical strengths are in workforce planning, performance improvement, training and instructional design, health informatics, gender and quality assurance.

IntraHealth is seeking a communications professional with the creativity and leadership to raise the organization’s visibility as a leader in global health.  S/He will be responsible for translating the broad and diverse array of IntraHealth’s achievements and capabilities into vibrant initiatives that effectively communicate to key audiences the organization’s technical results and innovative spirit.  The Director of Communications will direct an 11-person team of communications specialists, writers/editors, graphic designers and knowledge management professionals.  Reporting to the Vice President for External Affairs, s/he will work collaboratively with Directors and staff at all levels across the organization to ensure efficiency and synergy and to create accurate and consistent communications.

The Director of Communications will develop and execute the overall communications strategy and related priorities, goals, objectives and activities.  Design targeted communications campaigns involving creative partnerships and support broader organizational programmatic and business goals; provide leadership in the development and expansion of IntraHealth’s creative use of audio-video, information technology, internet and social networking to achieve communications goals; build strong relationships with U.S. and country-based staff to effectively communicate IntraHealth’s successes to internal and external audiences and to build marketing and public relations capacity across the organization; seek consistent, positive media coverage/presence of IntraHealth’s work and impact in the general media, as well as within the professional public health community.  Actively build and maintain productive relationships with a network of media contacts and press and communications staff among current and potential partners; ensure IntraHealth’s worldwide projects and programs receive timely, quality communications-related technical assistance and support; work closely with the fundraising team to align priorities and coordinate activities related to raising IntraHealth’s profile among current and potential donors; provide leadership in strengthening internal knowledge management strategies and systems to facilitate access to key program and organizational information throughout the organization; ensure that high standards of quality are maintained in all communication and knowledge management activities, products and events, including continuous review of “lessons learned” and “best practices;” supervise senior communications and knowledge management staff; provide senior-level leadership to ensure that clear expectations, tools and resources are in place to achieve organizational goals and objectives; provide coaching and mentoring, as needed, to ensure that teams and individual staff members perform responsibilities to achieve desired results; encourage teamwork to meet overall objectives; ensure that resources allocated to communications and knowledge management are used effectively and appropriately, and are aligned with available human and financial resources; represent IntraHealth and advocates for its mission at national, regional and international conferences and events.

The Director of Communications should have a BA/BS in public relations, marketing, communications or a related field; advanced degree preferred; broad-based leadership and management experience as the director of a communications department, preferably in a complex not-for-profit organization, with a record of success in having created organizational change; knowledge of the field of global health and international development; a proven and successful track record in creating, organizing and overseeing a communications agenda and strategy from the broadest and most creative of perspectives; ten or more years of experience in communications, marketing or a related field, with a minimum of five years of supervisory experience; demonstrated experience in successful communications campaigns, initiatives or ongoing programs at the national or international level; ability to build, maintain and access a strong network of medial and related contacts; advanced knowledge of the elements of publishing from editorial and graphics to printing, dissemination and use; highly conversant with a wide array of graphic design, publishing, video and audio equipment, software and web-based applications.

IntraHealth International is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

For additional information on IntraHealth International, please visit www.intrahealth.org.

Candidates should email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Susan L. Meade

Principal

Phillips Oppenheim

New York, New York

IntraHealth-Communications@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

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INTRAHEALTH INTERNATIONAL, INC., Chapel Hill, NC

Director of Human Resources

Mission:  To mobilize local talent to create sustainable and accessible healthcare.

IntraHealth International is a fast-paced, growing international not-for-profit organization based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina with an annual budget of $60 million, staff of more than 450 professionals and field offices throughout the developing world.  Throughout its 30-year history – from its founding at the University of North Carolina to present – IntraHealth has been a leader in expanding access to quality healthcare services to communities in need.  The organization’s unique strength lies in its attention to the health workforce, recognizing that appropriately placed, well-prepared and supported health workers are essential to improving the health of communities and families around the world. 

IntraHealth brings varied expertise needed to meet the specific health and social challenges in the developing world, including maternal health, newborn and child health, reproductive health and family planning; HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.  Key organizational technical strengths are in workforce planning, performance improvement, training and instructional design, health informatics, gender and quality assurance.

IntraHealth receives support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), private foundations, corporate sponsors, multi- and bilateral funding agencies and individuals who share a commitment to health.

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, the Director of Human Resources will lead the development and implementation of long-term strategies for human resources and ensure alignment with the organization’s mission, strategic goals, objectives and core values.   He/She will oversee a broad range of human resources services day-to-day, including policy development, staff recruitment, position evaluation and classification, compensation and employee benefits management, employee relations, performance planning and evaluation programs, staff training and development, staff retention and succession planning.  Building IntraHealth’s human resources capacity globally, the Director will set and maintain corporate human resources policies and procedures as they relate to country offices.  Emphasizing a more consistent “IntraHealth way of doing things,” the Director will oversee the International Human Resources Officer and ensure that this person provides ongoing support to country managers for policy implementation and standardization across offices.  He/She will manage a human resources staff of four and work collaboratively with Directors and staff at all levels across the organization to ensure efficiency and synergy and to create accurate and consistent human resources communications.   

During the first 12 to 18 months, the Director of Human Resources will be expected to thoroughly understand IntraHealth International – its history, mission, structure, operations, programs and its staff at all levels; thoroughly understand and articulate how the human resources function fits within the long-range view and strategic plans of the organization; ensure that human resources infrastructure, including human resources information systems, are in place to support the continued growth of IntraHealth; while remaining sensitive to local procedures and customs, articulate and prioritize a strategy of strengthening human resources globally; review all human resources systems, policies and processes – their rationale and operation; assess which elements of human resources need to be fine-tuned or refined; establish a level of transparency and accountability in their implementation, and recommend and implement changes where appropriate; think creatively about how retention strategies, including succession planning, performance evaluation, coaching and mentoring, can strengthen human resources operations both in the headquarters office and in the field; coordinate and ensure best practices in all orientation and staff training programs and optimize the use of IntraHealth resources and experience; take the lead in developing a comprehensive strategy for attracting and hiring talent for overseas programs; establish the framework for capturing employee information and maintain an oversees employee database that would allow country officers to quickly leverage that information in order to attract and retain best and brightest program and administrative staff; oversee and continue to implement performance management systems and strategies; ensure that the employee performance planning and evaluation process and the pay-for-performance program are uniformly endorsed and implemented across the organization.

The Director of Human Resources should have broad-based leadership and management experience within a human resources department, preferably in a complex not-for-profit organization, with a record of success in having created organizational change; a proven and successful track record in creating, organizing and overseeing a human resources agenda and strategy from the broadest and most creative of perspectives; ten or more years of experience in international human resources management, directing and managing the activities of a human resources function, including direct experience in strategy development in a complex environment; demonstrated ability to supervise, train and evaluate staff; knowledge of federal government contracting rules and regulations as they pertain to human resources preferred; excellent management, written and verbal communications, decision-making, problem-solving and administrative skills; computer skills:  HRIS, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; a master’s degree in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience; fluency in French would be a plus; professional certification in human resources management preferred.

 IntraHealth International is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

For additional information on IntraHealth International, please visit www.intrahealth.org.

Candidates should email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Mark J. Tarnacki, Principal

Phillips Oppenheim

New York, New York

IntraHealth-HR@PhillipsOppenheim.com

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KICKSTART, San Francisco, CA

Director of Development

KickStart is an innovative, prize winning, social enterprise with a mission to help millions of people in Africa escape poverty by promoting sustainable employment creation and economic growth.

KickStart works by designing very low cost tools and mass marketing them to very poor, but entrepreneurial African men and women. These tools are in turn used to establish highly profitable small-scale family businesses. KickStart develops a private sector supply chain to distribute and sell the equipment, and carefully measures its impacts to determine whether families buying KickStart equipment make enough money to get out of poverty. To date over 61,000 families have worked their way out of poverty using KickStart tools.

KickStart’s best selling products are its manually operated irrigation pumps which are marketed under the brand name “MoneyMaker”. These inexpensive pumps enable farmers to pull water from shallow wells, ponds and rivers and irrigate as much as 2 acres of land. This in turn enables them to move from subsistence farming – where they wait for the rain once or twice a year – to growing and selling high value fruits and vegetables all year long. They increase their family incomes by a factor of 3 or 4 and for the first time can afford to properly feed and clothe their children, live in decent shelter, send all their children to school, pay for healthcare and have enough money left over to invest in their futures.

KickStart is in the midst of a major expansion with the goal of taking another 80,000 families out of poverty in the next 3 years. To this end the organization has doubled its annual budget in the past 12 months, has hired a new layer of professional senior managers in its Africa Headquarters, is initiating major new partnerships with IDEO (www.ideo.com), on product design, and the International Food Policy Research Institute (www.ifpri.org), on impact measurement, building a new headquarters complex in Nairobi, and installing new organizational-wide “management information”, and “management by objective”, systems.

In July of 2007 KickStart initiated a three year, $25 million fundraising campaign. To date about $18 million has been raised or pledged, and there are plans to increase the target. The organization’s largest donors are major foundations, and the organization is also managing a growing number of both large and small individual donors who are being asked for 3 year commitments.

This new development position requires a roll-up-your-sleeves leader. There are plans to grow the development, marketing and communications operations in San Francisco in the coming years, but presently it is a small collaborative team with no junior staff to manage. KickStart has for years kept a low overhead in the US and concentrated its efforts and spending on creating impacts in Africa. The Director of Development will report directly to the CEO and will work in collaboration with the existing Senior Development Officer to build the processes and infrastructure required to convert the growing appeal of KickStart into significant new sources of contributed income, and to help recruit new Board members interested in strengthening the organization’s annual philanthropic funding. Travel across US, and occasional travel to Africa will be required.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Lisa Grossman, Chris Heller or Mark Oppenheim at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information can be found at www.kickstart.org.

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MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM, Montclair, NJ

Director

Founded in 1914, the Montclair Art Museum (“MAM” or the “Museum”) is located 20 miles west of New York City in the beautiful and diverse community of Montclair, New Jersey.  Situated on approximately 2.5 acres, MAM facilities include a 44,000-square-foot main building expanded in 2002 and an adjacent administration building.  Annual visitors average 60,000 per year.

For more information on the Museum and its programs, please visit www.MontclairArtMuseum.org.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualifications: senior-level management and leadership responsibility in a museum or related institution; a broad knowledge of art and art history coupled with a commitment to arts education; an enthusiasm for creating successful exhibitions and programming and for cultivating an appreciation of the visual arts; a master’s degree in art history or an appropriate discipline is preferred; success managing people, with an ability to attract, motivate, mentor and retain talented staff; a track record as a team builder who can delegate and empower while creating a positive and effective work environment; demonstrated ability to plan and operate strategically and work effectively with the Trustees to build public support; proven ability to raise funds and identify, cultivate and solicit major donors and other sources of revenue and acquisitions; competence and experience handling multiple revenue streams and budgets effectively; success and creativity in identifying and developing earned income opportunities; compelling communication skills – presence and credibility to serve as an effective spokesperson for MAM.

For a complete position description or to submit an application or nominations, please contact Laurie Nash or Sarah James at Montclair@PhillipsOppenheim.com.

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NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER, Dallas, TX

Director

The Director will provide the creative and strategic leadership for the Center.  He/She will be an energetic and inspiring leader who will passionately represent the Center’s interests to the public and the international arts community.  The Director will define the curatorial vision of the museum, as well as the scope and direction of exhibitions and programming.  He/She will also articulate clear objectives for the continued development of the collection.  Through these activities and others, the Director will continue to raise the public profile of the Center nationally and internationally.  He/She will be responsible for the overall financial and operational condition of the Museum, including annual and long-term plans and budgets, securing funding and maximizing sources of earned income.  The Director will work closely with the leadership of the Board to develop a base of support that furthers the strategic goals of the Center.  The Director will also engage the trustees in an assessment of the future capital requirements of the Center and the implications this might have for building upon the Center’s current fundraising activities.

The Director’s priorities in the first year to 24 months will be to thoroughly understand all facets of the Center; gain a comprehensive knowledge of the Center’s history, as well as the lives of its founders, Raymond and Patsy Nasher, and their collection.  Develop an in-depth appreciation for the unique qualities of the Renzo Piano-designed building, as well as the Center’s staff, collections, finances and operations, planned exhibitions, education and public programs; forge a strong, collaborative relationship with the nine Board members, including the representatives of the Nasher family.  Understand their strengths and capabilities and bring forth their best ideas, efforts, resources and contacts; set up a framework for and begin the process of both short-term and long-term strategic planning; working collaboratively with the Board and staff, unify them around a vision for the future and guide them in fulfilling their commitment to that vision; evaluate and set the Center’s curatorial direction and provide a dynamic vision for future exhibitions, programs and educational outreach; ensure the integration of exhibition and education objectives and assess the current models of collaboration between the Center and other cultural and educational organizations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area; in close partnership with the Board, develop an acquisition strategy that respects the strengths of the collection and provides guidance for careful future investments; assess all current fundraising activities and determine short-term and long-term fundraising needs in the context of the Center’s strategic goals; create and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the Museum’s position as a vibrant, integral participant in the Dallas-Fort Worth cultural community; develop compelling ways to promote the Center’s activities to its member base and increase the appeal of the Center to new members and potential supporters; motivate, inspire and mentor staff; understand their experience, strengths and concerns; create an atmosphere that rewards initiative and encourages collaboration and participation of staff at the highest levels.

The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of and scholarship in the fields of modern art and/or sculpture; knowledge of and appreciation for contemporary sculpture is a plus; proven ability to develop high-quality publications that appeal to both popular and scholarly audiences; senior-level management and leadership responsibility in a museum or related institution that is known for its quality and excellence; demonstrated ability to plan and operate strategically, work effectively with a board, build public support, inspire staff, and create successful exhibitions and programming; a commitment to arts education and an enthusiasm for cultivating an appreciation for the ideas and innovations represented through modern and contemporary sculpture; proven ability to act as an advocate for the arts; proven ability to raise funds and identify, cultivate and solicit major donors and other sources of revenue and acquisitions; demonstrated ability to forge mutually respectful, trusting and effective relationships with a diverse group of board members, community leaders and decision makers; demonstrated success managing people and operations with a proven ability to attract, motivate, professionalize, mentor and retain talented staff; a track record as a team builder who can delegate and empower while creating a positive and effective work environment; outstanding oral and written communication skills; compelling communication skills – presence and credibility to serve as an effective spokesperson for the Center nationally and internationally; an advanced or terminal degree in art history or other appropriate discipline.

For more information on the Nasher Sculpture Center, please visit www.nashersculpturecenter.org.

Please send applications and nominations to Laurie Nash or Becky Klein at Nasher@phillipsoppenheim.com.

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ORANGE COUNTY PERFORMING ARTSCENTER, Costa Mesa, CA

Vice President of Education

OCPAC’s educational mission is to broaden the base of understanding, appreciation and support for the arts in general, and specifically the artistic programs of the Center, through innovative, high-quality education programs, initiatives and community partnerships. The Center plays a leading role in inspiring constituents of all ages and backgrounds to consider the expanded role that the performing arts can play in their lives.

Reporting to the President, the Vice President of Education will lead all education programs, staff and education outreach in support of OCPAC’s mission. OCPAC’s education programs are nationally recognized and reflect a particular focus on supporting the work of educators, and reaching underserved school populations in low to moderate income community, with especially strong reach into underserved communities of the Inland Empire. All programs are designed to improve teaching methodologies and student academic performance and social skills, while stimulating creativity and nurturing arts audiences of the future. In response to issues identified in the long-range plan the Center will also be launching new educational initiatives strategically integrated with core artistic programs.

Current core education programs include:

• ArtsConnect – integrating the arts into school curriculum and instruction through a series of teacher professional development sessions, classroom resources, performances and hands-on activities led by Master Teaching Artists who conduct student workshops related to specific learning concepts.
• ArtsTeach – the largest education program, bringing performances and workshops by professional artists into hundreds of schools throughout the year. Last year, ArtsTeach provided 1,551 performances, 472 workshops impacting over 500,000 students in 32 school districts in 7 southern California counties.
• Teaching Professional Development pursued through workshops with small groups of teachers.
• On Stage at the Center – a program that brings to the Center 5,000+ students and 300 teachers representing 41 schools in 14 districts from low-income schools
• Family Series – a family-oriented introduction to the performing arts, with a special emphasis on 8-12 year olds, attended by about 4,000 children and adults annually.
• Masters at the Center serving about 400 high school students, and bringing them into contact with renowned composers, musicians and other performers.
• Tomorrow’s Stars at the Center – cultivating young artists through auditions, performance and an awards ceremony and education scholarships.
• Summer at the Center providing intensive musical theater training workshops for both high school age at-risk students, and elementary school aged special education students that provide services to 300 students annually.

OCPAC artistic programs and educational initiatives are supported by some of the nation’s most technically advanced and acoustically innovative performing arts venues. The Center’s performing arts campus includes the 3,000 seat Segerstrom Hall, 250 seat Founder’s Hall, 2,000 seat Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the 500 seat Samueli Theatre, an outdoor plaza stage, the studio performance space in the Dodge Education Center and related production and rehearsal spaces.

OCPAC’s annual operating budget is about $44 to $50 million, and OCPAC is currently engaged in an aggressive fundraising campaign to both strengthen the institution and expand the range of programs offered by the organization. The budget of the education department currently amounts to about $2.3 million. The staff of 10 is energized, enthusiastic, committed, professional and eager to try new innovative approaches to better serve the educational needs of the Center and the community.

The Vice President will advance OCPAC’s reputation as an arts education thought-leader and service provider. It is anticipated that the Vice President will be a hands on and deeply involved arts education leader. The Vice President, Education Department staff, a consultant and teaching artists, are responsible for designing and administering all education programs and initiatives.

For a full position description or more information, please contact Mark Oppenheim or Nancy Painter at west@PhillipsOppenheim.com. Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.ocpac.org.

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THE PENSION BOARDS - UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, New York, NY

Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer will build on and strengthen the financial operations of the Pension Boards, providing executive leadership and direction for financial policy and hands-on management of financial operations.  The individual will work collaboratively throughout the organization to ensure that sound budgets, efficient systems, financial reporting and controls, business analysis, planning and forecasting are in place to support the complex demands of the Pension Boards programs and strategies – current and future.  Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and overseeing the day-to-day activities of the Finance Department, the CFO will act as a catalyst for positive change, translating the vision of the Chief Executive Officer into action plans, efficient business procedures and sound policies furthering the organization’s financial well-being.  He/she will direct functions that include treasury, budgeting, tax, audit, information technology, reporting and analysis.  The CFO will serve as a key member of the executive team responsible for providing Management with insight, trends and the appropriateness of proposals affecting future performance, and will assist in long-range planning.  With the CEO, the CFO will set the “tone” for management to foster ethical and responsible decision-making and best practices in corporate governance, and instill a culture of responsiveness, compassion, service orientation and excellence among all staff.

The Chief Financial Officer will have the following experience and qualifications: at least 15 years of diverse financial management and budgeting experience gained in a business or nonprofit sector organization known for its strong financial disciplines and sophisticated, complex systems and operations; strong knowledge of the socially responsible investing movement and sector, faith-based organizations and membership organizations; masters degree in accounting, finance business administration or a related field; CPA preferred; strong leadership skills with a commitment to high standards of ethical and professional conduct; supervisory experience, including management-level staff; experience in or appreciation for working in a small, closely-knit environment where all work collaboratively; an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive, verbally and in writing, and who can “speak finance” in simple and accurate terms; experience working with not-for-profit organizations and fund accounting; knowledge of complex consolidations; knowledge of systems and technology particularly as related to integrated financial and management information systems as well as a comfort with multiple transactions and rapidly changing circumstances; a proven track record of working in partnership with a strong CEO and with a board of business and church leaders; an understanding of lay roles and functions at Protestant churches in general; and committed church volunteer.

Please send nominations or applications, including all contact information to Susan Meade and Mark Tarnacki at PBUCC@PhillipsOppenheim.com.  Additional information on the organization can be found at: www.pbucc.org.

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PRINCETON UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM, Princeton, NJ

Director

Reporting to the Provost of the University, the Director will provide leadership in defining a compelling vision for the Museum in partnership with the University Administration and in conversation with the Museum’s support groups and constituencies.  Key issues include the growth of the collection, enhanced access to its objects of art, continuing to raise the profile of the Museum, its programs and superb collections, and the development of and fundraising for a dynamic new arts neighborhood on campus.  The Director needs to exercise a bold and innovative vision that embraces the collaboration inherent to an academic setting.  He or she will oversee the day-to-day leadership and management of the Museum within the context of a research university with demanding standards of excellence and extraordinary resources.  The Director will inspire and motivate the organization’s diverse and talented staff.  Charged to oversee prudent short-term financial management, the Director is also responsible for developing and funding a well-conceived long-term plan. 

On the most fundamental level, the Director will manage and evaluate senior staff, serve as the Museum’s chief fundraiser in building upon the Museum’s collections and expansion of its facilities, represent the organization as a passionate advocate for the visual arts, and expand its exposure throughout the University, the broader New Jersey community and beyond.  In advancing the PUAM’s mission, the Director will promote the use of the collection to further the University’s commitment to research, teaching and learning.  The Director will be responsible for the Museum’s program of exhibitions, publications, educational initiatives, acquisitions, conservation, preservation and access to the collections.  A leader in the development of campus art projects, including commissions for new works, the Director will serve as the Museum’s primary liaison between PUAM and other University departments. 

As a senior administrator at the University, the Director may expect opportunities to display leadership in various roles as a University citizen.  The successful Director will represent the Museum effectively in a range of settings, including interactions with donors, the administration, the public and the art world.  He/she will need to work effectively with several volunteer organizations whose contribution to PUAM is critical.  The Director will work aggressively to expand the role of the arts within the Princeton community, supporting plans for a new museum and the creation of a comprehensive arts neighborhood.  In support of this effort and general operations, the Director will take a leadership role in the University’s capital campaign to strengthen the Museum.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualifications: senior-level management and leadership responsibility in a museum, including a full grasp of curatorial, academic and institutional priorities; a broad knowledge of art and art history coupled with a commitment to arts education; an enthusiasm for creating successful exhibitions and programming and for cultivating an appreciation of the visual arts; scholarly accomplishment, with preference given to candidates who have achieved advanced standing in the study of the arts and/or a doctorate; success managing people, with an ability to attract, motivate, mentor and retain talented staff; a track record as a team builder who can delegate and empower while creating a positive and productive work environment; demonstrated experience in identifying and addressing institutional needs in a complex organization; experience managing resources and programming for multiple sites; a proven ability to build and sustain relationships with a diverse constituency, including faculty, students, alumni, University staff, scholars, volunteers and the public; a demonstrated ability to work strategically and effectively with a board; a proven ability to raise funds by identifying, cultivating and soliciting major donors to secure sources of revenue and acquisitions; demonstrated experience as an inspirational and highly effective advocate on behalf of  the visual arts to diverse constituencies.  Ten years of senior museum experience is desired.

Please direct applications, inquiries, and nominations in confidence to Paul Spivey or Sarah James at PUAM@PhillipsOppenheim.com. 

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era and disabled veterans to apply.

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READING EXCELLENCE AND DISCOVERY FOUNDATION, New York, NY