United Methodist Association

Executive Director: Atlanta Faith-Based Nonprofit

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The United Methodist Children’s Home (UMCH), www.umchildrenshome.org, has brought meaningful change to the lives of North Georgia’s children, youth and families for over 140 years. Its mission, “grounded by scripture and the tradition of the church, seeks to bring the wholeness of God’s love to persons through Christ.” It provides numerous programs aimed at preventing the breakup of families and restoring and healing separated families. Other programs teach teens and young adults how to create successful and meaningful lives for their own future families. In 2011, UMCH served approximately 1800 children and 1750 families across all programs and locations. Click here to read about a recent success story.

After faithfully serving for over 40 years, its current Executive Director is retiring from his post. This job is a wonderful career opportunity for a deeply committed Christian executive who is excited by the challenge of energizing and expanding this mission driven organization that has significant untapped potential.

We seek a seasoned, innovative, high energy, Chief Executive who will drive the development and execution of a future vision for UMCH and solidify it as an industry leader. The 100 acre main campus houses living quarters, classrooms, an administration building, thrift store, gymnasium with athletic fields and Chapel; there are 75 full-time employees and 4 small district offices.

Viable candidates will have:

Prior demonstrated commitment/passion for UMCH’s mission
5+ yrs leadership experience in family and/or children’s social services strongly preferred
10+ yrs general management responsibility for a business unit or nonprofit enterprise including experience:

Managing a $3 million operating budget or greater
Setting and executing a new vision, driving a strategic planning process and/or managing a consultant to facilitate the above
Working closely with and/or building a Board of Directors preferred
Rebuilding/restructuring an organization preferred
Leading the design and execution of a comprehensive fund-raising effort preferred

Bachelors degree required, Master’s degree preferred

For more information contact Kenneth Lee at kennethlee@theleroigroup.com or 404-508-0834

UMA’s Legislation Passed!

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UMA's legislation just passed by a vote of 876 to 37! More →

Vice President of Development – United Methodist Homes of New Jersey

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United Methodist Homes of New Jersey has been serving the residential and healthcare needs of older adults in New Jersey for more than 100 years. Almost 1,400 men and women call one of the ten communities “home.”

The Homes offers a range of living options from residential living apartments and convenient assisted living residences to short-term rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care and memory support residences throughout New Jersey. Additionally, an Aging in Place program encourages independence. United Methodist Homes of New Jersey prides itself on fostering a culture of fellowship and serving residents with dignity and respect. Today, the Homes cares for almost 1,400 residents, over 975 employees and 105 years of Excellence in Senior Living.

The mission of the United Methodist Homes Foundation is to support and enhance the mission, philosophy and ministry of the United Methodist Homes of New Jersey. Governed by a Board of Trustees, the Foundation raises funds, manages assets, and disburses grants, loans, seed money and Fellowship Fund donations to United Methodist Homes. Over the past five years, the Foundation’s annual philanthropic revenue has ranged between $1.5 million and $4.3 million, based on timing of bequests that realized in those periods. The Foundation’s offices are located with the UMH offices in Neptune, New Jersey, about an hour south of Newark.

United Methodist Homes and the United Methodist Homes Foundation maintain a strong relationship with the churches of the Greater New Jersey Annual Conference (GNJAC) of the United Methodist Church, as well as other faith traditions. These churches and other donors support the Fellowship Fund, the annual giving fund of the UMH Foundation that promises that no resident will be asked to leave a United Methodist Home community due to inability to pay the total cost of care. During the current fiscal year, the Foundation is providing $1.3 million of support towards the $4 million of charitable care provided by the United Methodist Homes of NJ. Projections in the coming years extend that need to approximately $5 to 5.5 million a year.

In addition to the Fellowship Fund, the UMH Foundation raises funds for capital campaign needs, an endowment fund, and other philanthropic priorities through major gift efforts, planned giving, special events and a communication program. The Foundation facilitates the fundraising activities of auxiliaries at each community, provides programs for churches and community groups, and promotes volunteerism in the communities.

The Opportunity: Vice President of Development

The incumbent Vice President of Development will find significant opportunities for growth and team development, particularly in the areas of major gift fundraising and relational donor interactions. With a new President and CEO at the helm of the United Methodist Homes (Larry Carlson joined UMH to lead the system in September 2011), the Vice President will be well positioned in an environment that values change management and the development of a culture of philanthropy across the UMH organization. The Vice President of Development reports to the President and CEO and serves on the UMH Steering Group and Leadership Team. The Vice President manages the Foundation’s six staff members.

The Qualified Candidate

United Methodist Homes seeks an innovative, entrepreneurial and seasoned leader with at least 10 years of progressive experience in diverse development programs and leadership positions. Ideally s/he will have managed fundraising efforts spanning multiple geographic sites with significant leadership experience in fostering an organization-wide culture of philanthropy. S/he will be a goal-oriented, natural leader who is passionate and committed to the full mission and vision of United Methodist Homes in order to bring the organization to the next level of development, matching the status and diversity of United Methodist Home’s elder care operations at its 10 campuses.

Specific requirements include:

* A strategic orientation to building and growing a philanthropic program, with demonstrated ability to develop and implement creative fund development plans.
* Leadership experience in building teams and fostering a culture of collaboration and cooperation.
* Significant experience in securing funding from individuals, corporations and foundations.
* Demonstrated ability to set and achieve or exceed goals.
* Career track record that shows stability with an organization and capacity to develop and nurture relationships culminating in major gift success.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to serve as a key spokesperson for the United Methodist Homes and the United Methodist Homes Foundation. Past experience with faith-centered giving and/or senior living is preferred.
* Knowledge of and expertise in various major and planned gift instruments and proven track record of successful marketing of such instruments
* Demonstrated ability to work successfully with board members and other volunteers, as well as civic and business leaders in a collaborative manner.
* Team player who can give and take advice and support in order to ensure the fulfillment of the United Methodist Homes mission.
* Proven ability to develop a highly productive, effective advancement team by mentoring staff, building teams and enhancing professionalism within the department.
* Entrepreneurial spirit, creative problem solver, and strong collaborator.
* Bachelor’s degree required, CFRE preferred with 10 – 12 years of progressive fundraising experience.United Methodist Homes of New Jersey offers a competitive salary for this exempt position and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance coverage, a 403b retirement plan with employer match; and paid time off.

United Methodist Homes of New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The organization values diversity and believes that a diverse staff with diverse talents allows us to achieve organizational, strategic and community goals.

To Apply

The search is being managed by Heather A. Eddy, CFRE, President and COO of Alford Group Executive Search. To apply, candidates should submit their cover letter and resume and complete the online application at http://ag-es.kintera.org/applicant. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. No applications will be accepted via email. Questions may be addressed to Kathryn Sime at ksime@alford.com.

Alford Group Executive Search (www.ag-es.com) is a retained search firm dedicated to providing recruitment services of exceptional quality and strengthening the not-for-profit community through professional staffing solutions.

UMA’s petition is unanimously approved!

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Good news! Our petition was just unanimously approved by the Financial Administration Committee. It now goes on the consent calendar for final action by General Conference. We hope they will … More →

UMA’s petition has just passed the first hurdle at General Conference

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It was unanimously approved by the subcommittee. It will go to the full committee late this afternoon.

COA’s PQI Series: Discounted for Members of Supporting Organizations

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Council on Accreditation (COA) is pleased to offer a discount to all UMA members who are interested in attending our upcoming three-part PQI series.

Members can access this webinar series for only $75 (normally $200) by writing the discount code SUPPORTING on the registration form.

Please share the below information (also see attached flier and registration form).

COA’s PQI Webinar Series

Part One: An Introduction to COA’s PQI Standards
Tuesday, May 29, 3-4:30 PM EDT
Part Two: Outcomes and Measures
Tuesday, June 5, 3-4:30 PM EDT
Part Three: Closing the Loop
Tuesday, June 12, 3-4:30 PM EDT

Members can register using the attached PDF.

Chaddock is hosting “Stop, Drop, and Pray”

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Childhood Mental Health Awareness Day May 9th

This is a time when we’re asking everyone to combine their compassion for children with their belief in the healing power of prayer by taking a moment at noon to stop what they’re doing and pray for suffering children everywhere. Attached is a flyer with additional details. I hope you’ll join us in prayer at noon wherever you are on that day, and encourage your family and friends to do the same!

UMA Supports General Conference Legislation

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UMA members cherish our Wesleyan values and embrace the relationships we enjoy with various connectional units of the United Methodist Church. We understand ourselves to be organizations that are related by faith, values and history to the Church that gave birth to us. We also understand and embrace that fact that we are called to serve a higher standard than our secular counterparts. Further, we understand that our constituents expect more of us than they do others.

We want to nurture these relationships, and we want to exceed our own expectations. To use Wesley’s phrase, we want to “go on to perfection.” To do that, we need each other. That’s why UMA exists. To do that, we need the Church. That’s why we want to strengthen our relationship with the Body of Christ.

To these ends, UMA is supporting legislation being proposed to the 2012 General Conference beginning later this month in Tampa, FL. Delegates from around the world will join in worship and fellowship to shape the future of the United Methodist Church. Petition Number 20340-FA-¶2500. To learn more visit this UMA link:

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Otterbein Residents Celebrate Easter

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Otterbein Lebanon Senior Lifestyle Community residents recently helped fill some of the 8,000-some candy-filled, plastic eggs that children will delight over Saturday at Warren County’s Armco Park. The hunt will start at 1 p.m., rain or shine. The Warren County Park District (WCPD) is again hosting the Easter egg hunt with the help of the Friends of the Warren County Parks District volunteer group. Area children up to age 12 are invited to attend and search for over 8000 candy-filled plastic eggs. Some of the eggs will be special prize winners. The Easter Bunny will be on hand to meet and greet egg hunters. Entry to the park, parking and the event itself is free of charge.