Executive Director

Position Overview

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for a child advocacy organization serving children involved in child welfare and family court proceedings. This role is responsible for organizational leadership, financial management, volunteer and staff development, fundraising, community engagement, and program oversight while working closely with the Board of Directors to advance the organization's mission.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Administration

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the organization.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors on strategic planning and policy development.
• Implement Board-approved policies and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, standards, and legal requirements.
• Maintain organizational accountability and operational effectiveness.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Oversee financial operations and reporting.
• Manage grant applications, funding requirements, and reporting.
• Support financial sustainability initiatives and resource development efforts.

Fundraising & Donor Relations

• Lead fundraising initiatives, campaigns, and special events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Establish annual fundraising goals and monitor progress.
• Utilize donor management systems to track engagement and giving activities.
• Collaborate with board members and committees to support fundraising efforts.

Program & Volunteer Management

• Oversee program operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteers.
• Coordinate volunteer assignments and ongoing development opportunities.
• Monitor program outcomes and implement improvements as needed.
• Attend court hearings and oversee case-related activities as required.

Human Resources

• Recruit, supervise, evaluate, and develop staff.
• Foster a positive and productive workplace culture.
• Support employee performance management and professional development.
• Assist with the development and implementation of personnel policies.

Community & Board Relations

• Serve as the primary representative of the organization within the community.
• Build relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and funding sources.
• Support Board development and maintain regular communication regarding organizational activities.
• Promote awareness of the organization's mission and services.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience supervising employees and volunteers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fundraising experience, including events and donor engagement.
• Experience with program management, budgeting, and financial oversight.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other common business software.
• Commitment to mission-driven work.

Preferred

• Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Nonprofit leadership or management experience.
• Grant writing experience.
• Bilingual skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently bend, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Position is not routinely exposed to bloodborne pathogens.