Director of Women's Network

ORGANIZATION:

Columbia Chamber of Commerce

REPORTS TO:

Vice President of External Affairs

ABOUT THE CHAMBER:

The mission of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce is to lead our community, drive commerce in our region, and advance community and regional collaborations, thereby enhancing the quality of where we live, learn, work and play.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Director of Women’s Network works with the Women’s Network division of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, its committees, programs, events and projects. The Division has 330-360 members. As a representative of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, this role is essential in delivery of value to members.

MISSION OF WOMEN’S NETWORK:

The mission of Women’s Network is to Connect, Empower and Engage members through leadership development, educational opportunities, and innovative outreach.

WOMEN’S NETWORK STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITIES:

Empower and develop members to embrace leadership opportunities inside and outside of Women’s Network. Provide interactive programs focused on the core mission of Women’s Network while ensuring educational opportunities for members. Provide communication mediums to engage members. Encourage Women’s Network members to promote innovative thinking and embrace opportunities for positive change.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with committee volunteers, vendors, venues, sponsors and speakers to coordinate all Women’s Network events and programs. Work in conjunction with the Women's Network Chair and Women's Network Leadership Team. Be the contact person for the Women’s Network membership: be reachable by phone, email and in person to deliver services. Maintain accurate Women’s Network membership data and keep the online membership directory up to date. Provide new member onboarding. Provide orientation and training to Women's Network volunteers and committees. Act as the staff liaison to the Leadership Team as well as the Marketing, Special Events, Programming, Mentoring, and Budget & Finance Committees. Coordinate and carry out all Women's Network communication including mass emails, website upkeep and social media. Fiduciary Responsibilities: Be the primary staff responsible for the Women’s Network annual budget creation and regular monitoring of income and expenses; generate, send and track invoices for sponsorships, events and Women’s Network membership dues; and work closely with Women’s Network Treasurer and the Chamber Director of Operations to monitor and maintain the financial health of the division. Build and maintain effective, ongoing relationships with the Women’s Network membership. Support the Chamber organization, including event and program attendance, participation in internal meetings and planning and by assisting members.

REQUIREMENTS:

Possess general computer and design skills. Have a strong work ethic and be willing to take initiative on projects. Experience with program management and event coordination. Team-minded and collaborative spirit. Interpersonal skills that enable a person to interact with staff and volunteers in a positive manner. Local travel, generally within Boone County. Must have reliable transportation. Experience with volunteer and board management preferred. Frequently transports event materials with the need to lift up to 50 pounds. Be able to attend events outside of the 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. day (before and after).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

The Columbia Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer.

LIMITATIONS ON MONETARY AUTHORITY:

The Director of Women's Network has no power to enter into contracts or to spend or commit to spend Chamber funds without the approval of the President. #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbia Chamber of Commerce