Temporary Nonprofit Strategic Planner
Job Description
Request for Proposal
Strategic Planning
Deadline for Submission: June 15th, 2021
The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit proposals from consultants experienced in non profit strategic planning to lead the Theatre Puget Sound (TPS) Board of Directors and Staff through a strategic planning process.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Theatre Puget Sound is a leadership and service organization founded in 1997
to advocate for the Puget Sound region’s growing theatre community and administer much-needed services. TPS is an organization which seeks to promote theater as a profession for all individuals, increasing access to the art form. We provide support for institutions seeking to become anti-racist and for those who wish to support healthy and inclusive practices in all their creative endeavors. More information can be found at https://theatrepugetsound.org/about/.
SCOPE OF WORK:
- Assess TPS’s current situation, define strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Evaluate management practices. Gather information from internal and external stakeholders.
- Consult with board and staff to design 1-2 year strategic plan: determine staff roles, create fundraising plan, identify income streams, core strategies, and major programming with an anti-racist lens.
- Articulate TPS’ mission and values: revisit mission statement and develop a values statement.
- Create a hiring plan for a new Executive Director, including job description, timeline, and vision document.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS & TIMELINE:
Budget: $10,000
Preferred Timeline: July-October 2021 (this is flexible)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please provide a written response to this RFP which does not exceed 5 single sided pages. Proposals should include:
- A description of your general approach to strategic planning, including methodology, perspective, or philosophy that guides your work.
- A description of your experience with anti-racist/DEI work, especially if you’ve had experience working with DEI in strategic planning.
- A proposed budget that breaks out expenses vs fees.
- A short biography: TPS is looking for applicants who have experience working and/or volunteering in theatres or other nonprofits, and who have experience with strategic planning.
- An example of a finished strategic plan created by you, or two references from past clients.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit an electronic copy of the proposal. Send completed proposals, by June 15th, 2021 to tpsboard@tpsonline.org750 total views, 0 today