[mou] Fw: CEO job with the American Birding Association

[Steve Weston]

Hello, birders.

Here's an ad for an important position with the American Birding
Association.  You are welcome to bring this announcement to the
attention of those who might not see it here on BirdChat.  Thanks!
--Ted

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The Board of Directors of the American Birding Association (ABA) invites
applications for President/Chief Executive Officer.
 
The ABA, the leading North American non-profit membership birding
organization, provides leadership and guidance for field birders with a
rich array of publications, educational programs, meetings,
partnerships, and networks.
 
The ABA, located in Colorado Springs, expects its President/CEO: 
To possess a thorough understanding of financial management of
non-profit organizations, including budgeting, and budget
implementation. 
To understand and share passion for wild birds of the North American
birding community; 
To provide strong, visionary leadership that inspires the board, staff,
and membership, while developing the organization's potential; 
To have strong personnel management skills that includes team-building
and conflict resolution. 
Additional skills needed are: 
Proven leadership in managing a non-profit organization; 
Experience in fundraising and development; 
Excellent oral and written communication; 
A strong working knowledge of staff-board relations; 
Ability to conduct and implement long-term strategic planning. 
Salary commensurate with experience. Additional information about the
American Birding Association may be obtained on the ABA website
www.americanbirding.org.
 
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three
references with contact information (including addresses, phone numbers,
and email) to:
 
Carol Wallace, Executive Assistant
American Birding Association
4945 N 30th Street, Suite 200
Colorado Springs, CO 80919-3151

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Ted Floyd
Editor, Birding

American Birding Association
P. O. Box 7974
Boulder, Colorado 80304-7974

303-444-6363
tedfloyd@aba.org

Please visit the web site of the ABA:
http://www.americanbirding.org

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