Executive Director

About the Company

Mission-driven organization providing academic & career support to low-income adult immigrants

Industry Higher Education

Type Nonprofit

Founded 2009

Employees 1-10

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission with a focus on strategic and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting the organization's vision and direction, building and maintaining strategic partnerships, and ensuring sound fiscal management. This role requires an inspirational leader with a strong strategic orientation, proven success in fundraising, and a deep commitment to the communities served. The Executive Director will also be tasked with guiding a talented team, fostering an inclusive and equitable culture, and managing organizational growth.

Candidates for the Executive Director position at the company should be clear and confident leaders, capable of transparent and direct communication to align the organization. The ideal candidate will be both visionary and grounded, with the ability to articulate a bold, long-term strategy while also being adept at setting measurable goals and leading the team toward data-informed outcomes. A systems-minded operator with a strong understanding of nonprofit finance, HR, and organizational development is essential, as is the ability to manage complexity and make decisive moves to enable growth. The role demands a leader who is deeply authentic, community-connected, and able to inspire trust and confidence in donors, students, and volunteers.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/President Non-Profit Management Operations General Management Strategy