VP, Director of Community Innovation and Philanthropy

at  Midwest BankCentre

Midwest BankCentre is proud to be recognized as one of St. Louis’ Top Workplaces for 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024!
Are you ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact on our community? Join Our Team and Make a Difference at Midwest BankCentre!
Why Midwest BankCentre? Our company culture is all about engagement and collaboration with our teams. We value diversity, inclusion, and innovation. When you join Midwest BankCentre, you’re not just joining a company; you’re joining a community of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact.
We are committed to making meaningful, long-term investments in communities that lift everyone up so we can all RISE TOGETHER. Our commitment to shared prosperity, our investment in Community and Economic Development and our dedication to diversity and inclusion are reflected is the ways Midwest BankCentre lives its purpose.
VP, Director of Community Innovation and Philanthropy
Reports to: CHRO
Objectives of this Role
The VP, Director of Community Innovation and Philanthropy, is officed in Dellwood Missouri and oversees the overall direction and structure of the Rising Together Foundation and the Dellwood Innovation Center (Business Production Office). This position will be responsible for leading resource generation efforts, managing foundation activities, and driving the strategic initiatives of the Dellwood Innovation Center. The Executive Director will work closely with the CEO, foundation board members, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of our mission and goals. This role will have a dual focus, both internal and external, with overall alignment to community development.
As the leader of the Dellwood Innovation Center, this role will drive initiatives that promote entrepreneurship, workforce development, and economic growth within Dellwood and the surrounding areas, including North and South. This includes creating and managing programs that provide resources, training, and support for local consumers, businesses and startups. The Director will also build and maintain partnerships with educational institutions, local government, and other community organizations to foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and development.

Essential Functions:Foundation Leadership:

• Serve as Director of the Rising Together (MBC) Foundation, guiding the development of a plan to operationalize the initiative and create a subsidiary CDFI.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for the Midwest BankCentre Foundation.
• Develop and implement resource development strategies to secure financial support from individuals, corporations, and foundations, in collaboration with key ecosystem stakeholders, to support wealth creation and workforce development initiatives.
• Manage relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders to enhance engagement and support.
• Prepare and present reports to the CEO and board of directors on foundation activities and impact.

GENERAL MANAGEMENT:

• Develop and manage annual budgets for the foundation and the innovation center (BPO).
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and best practices for nonprofit management.
• Represent the foundation and innovation center at community events, public speaking engagements, and media appearances.
• Actively partner in all communications with the CEO; being able to communicate wants, needs, concerns, ideas in an effective and efficient way.
  Other Duties
  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are as required and may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Customer Centric Focus
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Act with Integrity
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Results Oriented/Execution
• Business Acumen

Leadership Competencies

• Building Effective Teams
• Empowerment
• Create Vision and Alignment
• Reward and Recognize Employees
• Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, public administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and community development.
• Develop and execute programs and initiatives that drive economic growth, entrepreneurship, and workforce development in Dellwood and surrounding areas.
• Build partnerships with local businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations to support the center’s mission.
• Oversee the operations, including budget management and program evaluation.
• Ensure a process that can be duplicated in multiple markets successfully.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Regular travel within the community for meetings and events.
• Ability to work in a typical office environment.

Ready to Make Your Mark? If you’re passionate about banking with a purpose and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with commercial credit experience who are eager to contribute to our community-focused mission.

WHY JOIN US:

• Community Focus: Be part of a community bank that values and actively supports the St. Louis area.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Impactful Work: Play a key role in shaping the credit strategy and success of our organization.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and dynamic environment that values teamwork and innovation.
  Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every listed qualification. Midwest BankCentre is recognized nationally for its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices and embraces these practices as a competitive advantage.
  If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the right candidate for this or other Midwest BankCentre roles!
  AAP/EEO Statement
  An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
  We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position and Midwest BankCentre. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

Essential Functions:Foundation Leadership:

• Serve as Director of the Rising Together (MBC) Foundation, guiding the development of a plan to operationalize the initiative and create a subsidiary CDFI.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for the Midwest BankCentre Foundation.
• Develop and implement resource development strategies to secure financial support from individuals, corporations, and foundations, in collaboration with key ecosystem stakeholders, to support wealth creation and workforce development initiatives.
• Manage relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders to enhance engagement and support.
• Prepare and present reports to the CEO and board of directors on foundation activities and impact

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Regular travel within the community for meetings and events.
• Ability to work in a typical office environment