 Develops and leads the strategy of the programme within the broad context of the local and national
landscape by using performance measurements to guide strategic and operational decision-making. Takes a
leadership role in driving a collaborative process with staff and members that would result in the
development of goals,
 Activities, including grant writing, cultivation and stewardship of donors, event planning, and identifying new
resources. Actively
 Seeks and maintains a diverse donor base of individual, business, foundation and Government segments.
 Promotes ACD’s visibility and welfare through participation and membership in community forums, civic
organizations and activities that are aligned with ACD’s mission and vision.
 Represents ACD’s in all media relations by participating in interviews, developing
 Press releases and all other media type engagements.
 Oversees and supports the development, design and delivery of program initiatives, assuring that the goals
and objectives are aligned with ACD’s overall strategic plan.
 Oversees and supports the administrative components of all program services, including contract
negotiations, contract and grant reporting and contracted work.
 Provides for quality assurance monitoring of all ACD’s programs, assuring correction of any deficiencies in
program services.