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| − | In an NGO, the executive director is crucial in terms of leadership and management and holds many responsibilities that are essential in maintaining the sustainability of the organization. It is important that the executive director possess strong overall knowledge and personal skills in many different areas in order to be a successful and efficient leader.<ref>McNamara, Carter. (1997-2008). “Basic Overview of Role of Chief Executive.” Adapted from the Field Guide to Leadership and Supervision and Field Guide to Developing and Operating Your Nonprofit Board of Directors. Retrieved June 9, 2008 from Free Management Library: http://www.managementhelp.org/chf_exec/chf_exec.htm.</ref>Though the roles of executive director greatly differ depending on the size, structure, and purpose of an NGO, there are some common characteristics that would be beneficial for most directors to be aware. The following presents five core responsibilities or guidelines that executive directors may explore in trying to assess their priorities in successfully running an NGO. | + | In an NGO, the executive director is crucial in terms of leadership and management and holds many responsibilities that are essential in maintaining the sustainability of the organization. It is important that the executive director possess strong overall knowledge and personal skills in many different areas in order to be a successful and efficient leader.<ref>McNamara, Carter. (1997-2008). “Basic Overview of Role of Chief Executive.” Adapted from the Field Guide to Leadership and Supervision and Field Guide to Developing and Operating Your Nonprofit Board of Directors. Retrieved June 9, 2008 from Free Management Library: http://www.managementhelp.org/chf_exec/chf_exec.htm.</ref>Though the roles of executive director greatly differ depending on the size, structure, and purpose of an NGO, there are some common characteristics that would be beneficial for most directors to be aware. The following presents five core responsibilities or guidelines that executive directors may explore in trying to assess their priorities in successfully running an NGO. <membersonly> |
Latest revision as of 07:35, 17 July 2008
In an NGO, the executive director is crucial in terms of leadership and management and holds many responsibilities that are essential in maintaining the sustainability of the organization. It is important that the executive director possess strong overall knowledge and personal skills in many different areas in order to be a successful and efficient leader.[1]Though the roles of executive director greatly differ depending on the size, structure, and purpose of an NGO, there are some common characteristics that would be beneficial for most directors to be aware. The following presents five core responsibilities or guidelines that executive directors may explore in trying to assess their priorities in successfully running an NGO.
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