CEO - Virginia Health Care Foundation

Company: Warren Whitney
Location: Richmond
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

• Minimum starting salary will be $190,000
• Full TimeThe Virginia Health Care Foundation (VHCF) is seeking a dynamic and visionary CEO who is passionate about increasing access to primary care for uninsured and medically underserved Virginians. This position offers the right leader the opportunity to address one of the most critical issues in health care today.You will follow a respected founding Executive Director who is retiring and join a strong, results-oriented Foundation. You will have the opportunity to lead and grow innovative programs that directly improve the health and well-being of underserved communities, from expanding the behavioral health workforce to increasing primary care and oral health access. You will influence policy by working with a talented staff and an engaged Board and partners and stakeholders across the Commonwealth to make a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals.The OrganizationVHCF is a public/private partnership initiated by the Virginia General Assembly's Joint Commission on Healthcare in 1992. The Foundation aligns with state health priorities whenever possible, collaborates with key partners and stakeholders across Virginia, and leverages taxpayer dollars. We receive funding through state legislative processes, private foundations, corporations, individual donors, and sponsored events. We place heavy emphasis on the non-partisan nature of our work.VHCF has played an important role in developing a health and dental safety net across Virginia through funding assistance and by developing programs that support additional health needs, such as access to prescriptions, increasing the number of individuals covered by Medicaid, and increasing the health and behavioral health workforce. Please see VHCF's website for additional information about our programs and their impact.ResponsibilitiesThe CEO is responsible for the overall performance of the Foundation. The following responsibilities should provide a good sense of the CEO's priorities.
  • Strategic Leadership: Work with the Board to develop and implement the strategic vision and goals of the Foundation in alignment with our mission.
  • Resource Development: Lead and expand our fundraising efforts, including through legislative processes, private foundations, corporate partnerships, individual donor engagement, and an annual sponsored event.
  • Public Relations: Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Foundation, informing policymakers, key stakeholders, and the public of the challenges faced by uninsured and medically underserved populations and opportunities to address them.
  • Program Oversight and Planning: Manage and evaluate current programs, and research and develop data to identify new areas of need where VHCF can have a positive impact.
  • Partnership Development: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders of the healthcare industry, providers, government agencies, legislators, funders, and community organizations. Navigate the complexity of moving VHCF's initiatives forward.
  • Team Leadership and Engagement: Nurture a collaborative team approach and support internal learning and advancement with VHCF staff.
  • Financial Management: Ensure the financial health of the organization through sound budgeting, financial planning, and reporting.The CEO reports to a Board of Trustees and works closely with a Board of Advisors. Minimum starting salary will be $190,000.QualificationsQualified candidates must show evidence of their commitment to health care equity and must be able to build relationships to address issues in a bi-partisan manner. The search committee recognizes that each candidate will bring a unique combination of skills and experience. The following provides a profile of the types of qualifications the committee seeks.
    • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in public health, health care administration, law, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred.
    • Senior leadership experience in a nonprofit or governmental organization, preferably in health care or human services.
    • Demonstrated success in fundraising from government, foundations, corporations, individuals, and special events.
    • A knowledge of Virginia's executive branch and legislative systems, and an understanding of the process of successfully obtaining state funds by working with the General Assembly's money committees.
    • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and inspire a diverse group of people and organizations to support VHCF's mission.
    • Knowledge of the health care system overall, health and behavioral health workforce issues, Virginia's health, dental, and behavioral healthcare safety nets, the dynamics of the pharmaceutical industry and its patient assistance programs, and Virginia's Medicaid program and overall health insurance environment.
    • An entrepreneurial drive to determine "what's next".
    • Strong financial management skills, including budget development and oversight.To ApplyPlease send a resume and cover letter. For best consideration, resumes should be received by October 26, 2024. For questions, please call Katherine Whitney at (804) 282-9566.Warren Whitney (The Firm) is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm on behalf of its client will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, citizenship, or any other class protected by applicable law. The Firm reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.ConfidentialityAs the consultant and search committee work through the early phases of the search, every effort will be made to assure a high degree of confidentiality for the candidates. Both the consultant and VHCF understand that many of the candidates interested in this position are strongly committed to their current organization but are intrigued by the opportunity presented here. An expression of interest will remain confidential until the final stages of the search.Apply Nowwith our quick 3 minute Application!* Fields Are Required
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