Founded in 1895, the National Medical Association (NMA; www.nmanet.org) is a 501(c) (3) national professional and scientific organization representing the interests of more than 30,000 African American physicians and the patients they serve. The NMA is committed to improving the quality of health among minorities and disadvantaged people through its membership, professional development, community health education, advocacy, research, and partnerships with federal and private agencies. Throughout its history the NMA has focused primarily on health issues related to African Americans and medically underserved populations; however, its principles, goals, initiatives and philosophy encompass all ethnic groups. Specifically, the NMA is committed to: 1) preventing the diseases, disabilities, and adverse health conditions that disproportionately or differentially impact persons of African descent and underserved populations; 2) supporting efforts that improve the quality and availability of health care to underserved populations; and 3) increasing the representation, preservation and contribution(s) of persons of African descent in medicine.
The organizational structure of the NMA provides an established national network of affiliated community-based organizations with a powerful reach within African American communities across the nation. NMA has 33 state and 98 local affiliated medical societies with a ratio of approximately one (1) NMA society for every 259,000 African Americans across the nation (based on 1997 U.S. census data). The NMA state society presidents not only represent the interest of the physician membership at the state level, but also can serve as the conduit to impart information at the local society level. All of the states with large minority populations, especially African Americans, are represented within this NMA network of societies. The state and local societies are segmented into six geographic NMA regions, each represented by a Region Chair.
The Executive Director oversees the effective management, operation and growth of the NMA; advises and makes recommendations to the Board of Trustees, President and other officers regarding the formulation of the Association’s overall objectives, policies and plans; and performs other duties as outlined by the NMA’s Constitution and By-Laws.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10 years in management of a nonprofit organization (ideally another membership-driven environment) that has successfully achieved its goals, with a minimum of five years of senior leadership experience. The Executive Director also will have demonstrated success in strategic planning and leading an organization through change and growth. His/her background will encompass managing multiple functions/departments, coaching and developing people, and managing large budgets.
The Hollins Group Inc. invites inquiries, nominations and applications; all communication will be held in absolute confidence. Applications must be sent directly to The Hollins Group Inc. (those sent to the NMA will not be considered) and include a current CV; a letter of interest outlining relevant experience based on the position criteria; and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of five (5) references.
All materials and inquiries should be sent via e-mail to: NMA@thehollinsgroup.com
Or regular mail to: The Hollins Group Inc.
225 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1575
Chicago, IL 60606-1274
