Executive Director

Chief ExecutiveOur client is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps NGO and nonprofit leaders around the world build stronger, more sustainable organizations through executive coaching, a structured curriculum, and a global peer community, anchored by a highly selective Fellowship program. Since 2012, they have supported 300+ nonprofit leaders globally, with alumni organizations seeing significant gains in impact and revenue after completing the program. They are entering a new chapter under a fresh multi-year strategy focused on diversifying revenue beyond individual donors, activating their global alumni network, and expanding their footprint. They're looking for a builder and storyteller to serve as the organization's chief executive, lead ambassador, and top revenue generator: someone who can cultivate funder and partner relationships, energize a global community of Fellows and alumni, open new revenue channels, and work hands-on with a small, high-performing team to execute the strategy. This is a remote role, and candidates may be based anywhere in the United States. Some international and domestic travel is required.Responsibilities:Translate the organization's multi-year strategic plan into annual goals, team accountability, and board-level reportingLead the shift to a diversified revenue model spanning fee-for-service partnerships, fee-for-service programming, and traditional philanthropyBuild and manage a strong pipeline across major-donor fundraising, corporate engagement, and earned-income opportunitiesRepresent the organization at conferences and funder events, building its visibility through thought leadership and public speakingBuild trust-based relationships with board members, donors, alumni, and corporate partners; activate board members as connectors and fundraisersLead and support a small, high-performing team, staying hands-on wherever needed while protecting team capacity as the organization growsMaintain a strong enough command of the program model to represent, sell, and occasionally help deliver itQualifications:Bachelor's degree required; MBA a plus8-12+ years of senior leadership experience in a nonprofit, foundation, accelerator, or mission-driven businessExperience working with or supporting nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs, or NGOsTrack record building revenue through fundraising, partnerships, earned income, or business developmentTrack record leading teams of 10-20 people, including in remote, globally distributed environmentsWarm, credible public communicator comfortable representing an organization externallyEntrepreneurial, low-ego operator willing to pitch in wherever needed on a small teamAbility to travel domestically and internationally as neededGenuine passion for and excitement about the organization's missionCompensation: Targeting a base salary of $120-$140k, DOE