Definition
Programs that help nonprofit organizations and other groups develop a plan for managing leadership transitions and ensuring leadership continuity when an executive director or other key staff leave the organization. Services may include assisting the organization in conducting an organizational review; developing an emergency succession plan; identifying, assessing and developing future board and staff leaders; developing a strong senior management team; ensuring that there is agreement at all levels on the organization's strategic direction and priorities; developing a situation-specific transition plan when a key individual's departure is imminent; determining whether interim staff are required; recruiting and hiring for the position; and providing appropriate orientation and support services to ensure a smooth leadership transition and uninterrupted work plan.
URL Name
TP-3000-6600-220
Third Level Code
TP-3000
Taxonomy Code
TP-3000.6600-220
Parent Code
TP-3000.6600
Family Code
T
Second Level Code
TP
Fifth Level Code
TP-3000-6600-220
Fourth Level Code
TP-3000-6600
Use References
Executive Transition Planning, Succession Planning
Publication Status
Draft