This resource along with a 15-minute video guide walks small nonprofits through creating a clear, workable succession plan without overcomplicating the process. It focuses on defining leadership responsibility, interim coverage, and documenting how the organization actually runs.
You will learn how to:
Clarify who is responsible for succession planning and activation
Define short term and long term leadership absence
Identify an interim leadership plan
Set clear decision making authority during transitions
Communicate clearly with staff and key partners
Create an Executive Director Playbook that documents essential systems and decisions
This guide helps ensure continuity, reduce risk, and protect the organization’s mission during leadership transitions.
This resource along with a 15-minute video guide walks small nonprofits through creating a clear, workable succession plan without overcomplicating the process. It focuses on defining leadership responsibility, interim coverage, and documenting how the organization actually runs.
You will learn how to:
Clarify who is responsible for succession planning and activation
Define short term and long term leadership absence
Identify an interim leadership plan
Set clear decision making authority during transitions
Communicate clearly with staff and key partners
Create an Executive Director Playbook that documents essential systems and decisions
This guide helps ensure continuity, reduce risk, and protect the organization’s mission during leadership transitions.