[Dialogue] ICA Executive Director Position

[Tim Wegner]

(I am posting this for Marilyn Oyler)

Dear Colleagues,

ICA/EI in the US has decided to hire an Executive Director.  We have
thought carefully about this process as we want to continue to be a
participatory organization and we want to create a stronger national 
presence and image as one organization.  We'd like your help in 
finding candidates for the position.

 The position is being listed with several publications and online
sources that serve the nonprofit communities in Phoenix, Chicago and 
nationwide. 

We are also sending the information on the position to ICA staff in 
the USA and elsewhere and to groups/friends of ICA: ToP Trainers 
ListServ, "Friends Flashes".

Many times, the best candidates are those referred by someone close 
to the organization. As you go through the busy holidays in the next 
few weeks, you may just run into the "perfect" candidate for the job. 
And, if you do, please provide them with the attached information. 
Contact information is included in the listing.

Thanks for all your help. 

Marilyn Oyler

ICA Executive Director posting follows:
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Institute of Cultural Affairs
4220 N 25th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-4811 or (800) 742-4032
fax (602) 954-0563
www.ica-usa.org

Executive Director
ICA USA

The Institute of Cultural Affairs USA (ICA) is seeking a dynamic
individual who possesses visionary leadership qualities to serve as 
Executive Director.

The ICA USA is a 30 year old global social change nonprofit 
organization closely aligned with ICAs in 24 other countries. The ICA 
USA operates with 3 national program teams and an administrative team 
with offices in Chicago, Phoenix and Washington D.C.  ICA teaches and 
utilizes participatory methods of problem solving and planning that 
builds ownership in creating community and organizational change. The 
distinctive purpose is to equip, inspire and support individuals, 
organizations and communities to create an inclusive, just and 
sustainable culture. 

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will 
provide direction and leadership to achieve ICA's philosophy, mission 
and strategic plan, will develop & implement a marketing and public 
relations program, and will provide guidance and support to teams to 
ensure innovation and new approaches while building an organization 
of continuous change, renewal and responsiveness.

Candidate will have highly developed skills in finance assuring sound 
administrative policies and fiscal management activities including 
budget control and cost analyses, a proven ability to expand and 
diversify contacts and networks for the benefit of the organization, 
and a history of successful fundraising, including donor cultivation. 

She/he is a confident, skilled multi-faceted communicator who thrives 
on working inclusively and collaboratively with diverse 
constituencies to chart a common path. Will have excellent skills in 
participatory management, facilitative leadership, and interpersonal 
relations and will build and foster a culture of excitement and 
teamwork among staff. 

The Executive Director will serve the organization from offices in
Chicago and Phoenix.

Masters degree, 8-10 years nonprofit experience, including 5 years of 
senior management or equivalent education and/or experience.  Salary: 
$55,000 - $63,500 plus benefits. 

Send letter, resume & salary history by 1/15/2005 to
execsearch at ica-usa.org or by fax to 602-954-0563. Visit 
http://www.ica-usa.org/org/orgwork.html
for further information.  

Marilyn Oyler
Institute of Cultural Affairs
4220 N 25th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-4811 or (800) 742-4032
fax (602) 954-0563
www.ica-usa.org