Executive Director (ED)
Promise Fund
Reports to: Board of Directors
The Promise Fund’s mission is to increase survivorship from breast and cervical cancer by providing guided support and access to screenings, as well as early detection, treatment, and beyond. Our model gives every woman the opportunity to attain health care, regardless of who she is, where she lives, or her level of income. That’s our promise.
The ED serves as the chief executive and public leader responsible for developing and executing strategy, ensuring financial sustainability, managing staff and operations, cultivating partnerships and policy influence, and representing the Promise Fund to donors, partners, media, and stakeholders. The ED will work closely with the Board of Directors to advance the Promise Fund’s mission, scale impact, and strengthen organizational systems.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Lead development and execution of a multi-year strategic plan aligned with the mission, Board priorities, and community needs. Monitor progress and adapt strategy to scale the organization and meet changing conditions. Demonstrate strong understanding of local and regional healthcare landscapes, particularly in Florida, while helping position the Promise Fund’s model for broader visibility and replication.
Program Oversight & Impact
Ensure high-quality, evidence-informed programs and services. Establish metrics for impact, measure outcomes, and use data to improve programs and report to stakeholders. Ensure effective community engagement and efficient participant recruitment and navigation for testing, treatment, and saving lives.
Fundraising & Revenue
Create and implement a diversified fundraising strategy (major gifts, institutional grants, events, earned revenue, corporate partnerships). Cultivate and steward donors and funders; personally secure significant gifts and grants, while building and leading a strong development team and fundraising infrastructure.
Financial & Operational Management
Oversee annual budgeting, financial planning, and fiduciary responsibilities. Ensure sound financial controls, compliance, and efficient operational systems. Provide oversight of organizational technology, data systems, reporting infrastructure, and CRM platforms to support program delivery, fundraising, and accountability.
Board Relations & Governance
Partner with the Board Chair and leadership to set Board agendas, support governance, and provide timely, accurate information for decision-making. Implement Board-approved policies.
External Relations & Advocacy
Manage strong relationships with FQHCs and other healthcare partners. Serve as principal spokesperson to media, policymakers, partners, and the public. Build coalitions, advance policy priorities, and raise the organization’s profile locally, regionally, and nationally as appropriate. Policy advocacy may include coalition-building, public education, and engagement with local and state stakeholders, rather than direct lobbying. Prioritize advocacy in communities where access to care for low-income populations is under threat.
People & Culture
Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing and diverse staff. Foster an inclusive, equitable workplace grounded in the Promise Fund’s values. Provide clear leadership structure and direction to a senior management team, which may include roles such as Operations Director, Development Director, Program Director, and Marketing leadership, and play a key role in further shaping and formalizing this structure as the organization grows.
Risk Management & Compliance
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and funding requirements. Identify and mitigate organizational risks.
Work Location & Travel
This role is primarily in-person, based in South Florida, with some flexibility. Relocation or a hybrid transition period may be considered for the right candidate. The ED is expected to be deeply engaged in the local community. Expected travel includes local, statewide, and occasional national travel.
Desired Qualifications
Proven senior leadership experience in nonprofit, public health, healthcare, or related sectors, including executive management and Board collaboration.
Demonstrated success in fundraising and revenue growth, including experience securing major gifts and institutional grants.
Strong financial management skills with direct responsibility for budgeting and fiscal oversight.
Track record in program strategy, evaluation, or scaling evidence-based initiatives.
Experience with policy advocacy, public communications, or coalition building in women’s health or related fields is strongly preferred.
Commitment to equity, healthcare access, and community-centered approaches, including experience working in or alongside underserved communities.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; confident public speaker.
Master’s degree strongly preferred (e.g., MPH, MPA, MBA, MSW, JD) or equivalent senior leadership experience.
Desired Attributes
Collaborative, transparent leadership style with capacity to inspire staff, volunteers, and partners.
Strategic thinker who is results-driven and comfortable managing complexity and change.
Cultural competency and experience working with diverse communities.
High ethical standards and strong judgment.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and a flexible hybrid work environment.
The Promise Fund
477 S Rosemary Ave., Suite 226
West Palm Beach, FL 33401-5758
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter describing relevant experience and vision for the role, and three professional references to Brenda Vega, Project Coordinator, brenda@thepromisefund.org.
The Promise Fund is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.