Wanted: Next NCCCC President

Do you think you have what it takes to be the Next New Castle County Chamber of Commerce President?

Current Chamber President Ron Walker is retiring in Feburary 2006, and the search is on his successor.
The next individual chosen to lead the Chamber will be responsible for the day to day operations, plus the continuing financial and overall success of the organization, while adhering to the vision and mission.

Position: President

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities : The President is the chief executive and administrative officer of the organization and serves as Corporate Secretary. He/she serves at the pleasure of the Board of Directors and will perform such duties as may be incident to the office, subject to the direction of the Board of Directors. The President is the chief spokesperson and is expected to effectively represent the Chamber and affiliated organizations.

The President is responsible for the full range of Chamber activities including but not limited to: coordination of the program of work; organizational structure; implementation of policies; long-range planning; motivation of member volunteers; financial management; growth of membership; employment, training, and supervision of staff; maintenance of facilities; administrator for the chamber’s group medical insurance plan and active participant in the Economic Development Council.

Education
This position requires a bachelor’s degree plus experience demonstrating a successful record in management, marketing, economic development, organizational skills, government and public relations.

Skills, Talents and Experiences

The ideal candidate will posses a number of the following skills, talents and experiences:

Written, Oral and Public Communications

Recruit, Manage and Lead Staff

Manage P&L with focus on increasing profits and cash flows

Strategic thinker and planner

Member growth focus

Advocate to Government and Public Relations

Process oriented in approach and execution

Problem solver

Knowledge of local business community

Generate consensus across constituents

Corporate governance and board experience

Industry and chamber expertise

Flexibility to change and manage uncertainty

Essential Functions :

1. Governance.
2. Strategic Planning.
3. Program of Work.
4. Finance .
5. Membership .
6. Benefits Connection .
7. Public and Community Relations.
8. Economic Development Council.
9. Chamber Staff.

If you believe you have the executive level management skills for this position, please contact execsearch@ncccc.com

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