About NAMI Sauk Area:

Position Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement organizational goals in alignment with the NAMI Sauk Area Strategic Plan, create and implement future Strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors and staff to evaluate programs and plan future growth.
• Proficient in technology including Google Docs and Quicken
• Board Succession plan and recruiting

Program Oversight

• Ensure successful delivery and quality of NAMI Signature and Non-signature Programs
• Oversee the Program and Development Coordinator Position,
• Develop, coordinate, and manage any new Programs NAMI offers that would benefit the NAMI Sauk Area mission.
• Oversight on Education

Operations & Administration

• Oversee daily operations, office management and upkeep
• Supervise staff and volunteers and coordinate volunteer appreciation (Fall) and annual (April) gathering of board members and volunteers
• Maintain compliance with NAMI National and NAMI Illinois standards
• Check PO box for mail and respond to daily emails, forwarding necessary emails to staff, board members and volunteers
• Monitor cell phone and respond to phone calls and messages on a daily basis, forwarding information to appropriate person as needed
• Manage membership drives and membership information in coordination with NAMI Illinois, and NAMI
• Attend the NAMI Illinois Conference in October and other professional development opportunities as approved
• Support overall outreach and community engagement efforts to advance NAMI Sauk Area mission
• Perform other duties as assigned by the President or Board of Directors

Financial Oversight

• Deposit all moneys to the NSA account
• Oversee and complete financial data entry, ensuring timely and accurate recording of income, expenses, and reimbursements.
• Submit monthly reports to the treasurer by the first of each month in preparation for monthly board meetings.
• Manage financial data entry and maintain organized, up-to-date financial records.
• Ensure accurate financial records, timely reconciliation, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.
• Process and pay organizational bills and expenses in a timely and approved manner.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget in collaboration with the Treasurer and Board.
• Work with the accountant and Treasurer for annual Federal and State Tax Reporting, and Payroll.
• Work with the Treasurer and Board to create and manage the annual budget.
• Prepare grant budgets and submit necessary reports to funders and stakeholders.

Fundraising & Development

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities including grants, sponsorships, and donations
• Plan and execute fundraising (in coordination with the Program and Development Coordinator) such as the annual 5K, Bingo, Day of Giving, donor campaigns, and community engagement activities
• Develop donor relationships and maintain accurate donor records

Outreach & Communications

• Promote mental health awareness through outreach events, presentations, and collaborations
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, healthcare providers, community groups, and local leaders
• Oversees social media, newsletters, and marketing efforts
• Participate in and coordinate radio, TV, or media interviews to promote NAMI Sauk Area
• Scheduling, staffing and organizing outreach events