Executive Director - Confidential : Job Details

Executive Director

About the Company

Mission-driven organization providing literacy & leadership programs to low-income youth

IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education

TypeNonprofit

Founded2004

Employees11-50

Specialties

• outdoor eduction
• youth development
• college enrollment
• cultural relevancy
• and academic support

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its organization through a pivotal moment of change and opportunity. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing the long-term strategy, ensuring it aligns with the mission and vision. This role involves providing leadership to the board, staff, and stakeholders, and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The Executive Director will also oversee financial and operational aspects, manage the annual budget, and be involved in external relations, including representing the organization in the community and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders and donors.The ideal candidate for the Executive Director position at the company will be a visionary leader with experience in change management, capable of uniting the organization around a clear vision and navigating transformation. They should be an effective collaborator and communicator, with a passion for the mission and a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. The role requires a relational and inclusive leader who can build trust across all levels and ensure that the organization's programs are accessible and relevant to the communities it serves. The candidate should be self-reflective, humble, and open-minded, with the ability to inspire others and a personal passion for outdoor education.

Hiring Manager TitleBoard Chair

Travel PercentLess than 10%

Functions

• CEO/President
• Non-Profit Management
• Operations
• General Management
• Strategy