Association of the Miraculous Medal
The Association of the Miraculous Medal (AMM) has retained Sterling Martin Associates to search for its next President & Chief Executive Officer. AMM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Perryville, MO, about 80 miles south of St. Louis. AMM invites its one million members to greater holiness through programs that attend to their pastoral and spiritual needs, provide formation in the Christian life, and involve them in the apostolate of charity, especially toward the clergy and the most abandoned. AMM is responsible for the operation of the National Shrine of the Miraculous Medal, the organization’s center of prayer. AMM includes nearly 65,000 “Promoters” who bring members to the organization.
Following an apparition by Mary to Catherine Labouré, a 24-year old member of the Daughters of Charity novitiate in Paris, the first Miraculous Medals were struck in 1832 and distributed throughout Paris. Shortly thereafter, an association to honor the Miraculous Medal was formed at the Motherhouse of the Congregation of the Mission in Paris. Gradually, other associations were established elsewhere in the world. In 1905, Pope Pius X recognized these associations and approved a global charter in 1909, and in 1918, the Association of the Miraculous Medal in North America was established by the Western Province of the Congregation of the Mission in the United States. AMM-North America has operated continuously since then under the auspices of the Western Province. Until September 2012, governance and management were provided by the Provincial Council.
Looking to the future of the Association, the organization recognized that a more structured governance model was needed: in September 2012, AMM was incorporated separately from that of the Western Province. The initial AMM Board of Directors was selected and currently includes seven members. The membership of the Board is made up of Vincentians, members of the Vincentian Family, and members of the Laity. The Provincial Superior serves as an ex officio member of the Board, and the Province continues to “own” the Association.
AMM’s $7.5 million budget is funded through a combination of sources of revenue – donations, memberships, Mass offerings, and income generated by the National Shrine. In FY 2012, the organization had 52 staff. The AMM Board of Directors has engaged Sterling Martin Associates as its search partner to recruit the Association’s first President & CEO under the new structure.
President & Chief Executive Officer | Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Reporting to AMM’s Board of Directors, thePresident & CEO serves as the chief staff executive of the organization. He or she will have overall responsibility for the successful fulfillment of the mission of the Association of the Miraculous Medal which includes both spiritual and financial dimensions. ThePresident & CEO will assist in the development and implementation of the strategic plan, including the Association's integration with the Western Province. Through effective team-based leadership, the President & CEO organizesand leads the staff to achieve goals and provide excellent ministry to AMM’s one million members. More specifically, the President & CEO will:
· Ensure that the Mission, Vision, and National Strategic Plan of AMM are implemented effectively, on time, and within budget.
· Cooperatively develop and execute annual strategic and business plans.
· Strengthen staff teams to help manage fulfillment of organizational goals.
· Provide periodic review, evaluation and modification of policies, procedures, and personnel practices to meet changing needs.
· Comprehensively manage all membership activities, including direct mail appeals and member relations, paying attention to ongoing process improvements and departmental integration.
· Ensure that appropriate programs for spiritual growth and leadership development are available for the Association’s members.
· Maintain adequate systems to ensure preparation of needed statistical, financial, and research reports.
· Maintain awareness of developments and trends in the Association at all levels and regularly inform the Board of Directors on the state of the Association and interpret national needs and trends to them.
· In conjunction with the Director of Development, ensure successful development efforts, including integration with Western Province development.
· Engage actively in the development and solicitation of potential donors.
· Develop a communications plan for promoting the Association, including communications from the Spiritual Directors.
· Respond to the Board of Directors pursuant to the Bylaws of the organization and such policies, practices, and procedures as the Board from time to time shall prescribe.
· Coordinate with the Western Province to facilitate active participation in the Association of the members and apostolates of the Province.
· Promote the ministry of and manage the staff of Catholic Home Study Service and Vincentian Marian Youth – USA.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience
At a minimum, qualified candidates for the position will be expected to present the following skills, knowledge, and experience:
· A baccalaureate degree inTheology (or related field)or Business – advanced degree preferred.
· Knowledge of and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings.
· Five to seven years of successful executive leadership, preferably in the nonprofit setting.
· Substantial working knowledge of nonprofit finances including budgeting and financial management.
· Experience managing a staff the size of AMM.
· Evidence of the ability to direct, coach, and constructively review the work of AMM’s staff.
· Experience developing budgets and managing financial planning.
· An ability to work independently and make decisions, as well as demonstrate leadership skills and qualities.
· An ability to think strategically and communicate effectively and the skills and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Western Province and with affiliated organizational partners.
· Competency in developing measurable objectives.
· A willingness and ability to function as part of a team.
· The ability to deal responsively with internal and external constituencies.
· Extensive knowledge of the principles of organizational development and business management of a nonprofit organization.
· An open and consultative leadership style.
· Evidence of the ability to be flexible and adaptable to change and inventive in the implementation of AMM’s Mission, Vision and Values.
· An appreciation and understanding of communications and information systems.
Additional Characteristics
The successful candidate for the position of Chief Executive Officer will be apracticing Catholic who understands the teachings and principles of the Catholic Church and is committed to those teachings. He or she will have a passion for the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan of the Association of the Miraculous Medal. A willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally is required.
The Association of the Miraculous Medal is an equal opportunity employer,
committed to diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.
To apply, please send a cover letter and current resume to: amm@smartinsearch.com.
For more information, please contact:
David S. Martin
Managing Partner
Virginia O’Brien Record
Client Partner