SHERRY HUNTER
Birdsboro,PA
Summary
Versatile Executive Director focused on promoting mission and increasing effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of company's daily operations. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with management to develop work plans, financials and strategies.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Central Division Victim Services
05.2013 - 05.2024
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Led a team of 12 staff members in executing the organization's mission and vision while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase donor contributions, resulting in growth in annual fundraising revenue
- Established partnerships with key stakeholders, government agencies, and community organizations to advance the organization's objectives
- Managed financial resources effectively by creating budgets, monitoring expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Provided leadership in developing long-term goals and objectives for sustainable growth and impact
- Oversaw the creation of marketing materials to promote programs and initiatives to external audiences
- Collaborated with the board of directors to develop governance policies that aligned with best practices for nonprofit organizations
- Implemented performance management systems to evaluate staff productivity and enhance overall organizational efficiency
- Served as the primary spokesperson for the organization at public events, conferences, media interviews, and other engagements
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to align organizational priorities with emerging trends in the industry or sector
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as event management or facility maintenance
Cout Advocate/Victim Advocate
Center City Crime Victim Services
11.1989 - 05.2013
- Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Maintained positive relationships with the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office, Police Departments and other social services agencies. and built dynamic partnerships.
- Referred clients to other agencies as needed.
- Advocated for crime victims’ rights and services including but not limited to: assessing clients’ needs and assisting crime victims to get resources that will aid in their recovery from victimization; maintaining strong relationships with clients; accompanying clients through all aspects of the criminal justice system (including preliminary hearings and trials) as needed.
- Provide community awareness of victims’ rights and services by attending and organizing regular community outreach events and meetings and other community initiatives
- Managed crime victim compensation case files including but not limited to: conducting an initial screening for eligibility, providing clients with application forms and information when appropriate, assisting clients to navigate the compensation program, conducting follow-up, and filing related documents
- Supplied assistance as needed with office duty, phone calls and other office-related or administrative tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05-1988
Skills
- Marketing
- Growth management
- Board relations
- Fundraising
Timeline
Executive Director
Central Division Victim Services
05.2013 - 05.2024
Cout Advocate/Victim Advocate
Center City Crime Victim Services
11.1989 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Northeastern University
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