Overview
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The Senior Executive Director leads the Urban Services Branch of the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, the designated Community Action Agency for San Francisco County. This branch provides a wide range of services designed to expand access to resources, promote well-being, and support individuals and families across diverse communities. Programs include family support, case management, therapeutic mentoring, afterschool enrichment, teen leadership, workforce development, and more.
Responsibilities
Financial Management & Fundraising
Lead development and oversight of multi-million dollar budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational priorities.
Identify and pursue funding opportunities through federal, state, foundation, and corporate grants.
Oversee fundraising strategies including donor cultivation, capital campaigns, major gift solicitation, and special events to support sustainability and growth.
Leadership & Staff Development
Supervise and support a diverse team of professionals and volunteers across multiple program areas.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and high performance.
Implement effective staff recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and professional development practices.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community-based organizations, public agencies, private sector partners, and other stakeholders.
Design and lead community engagement strategies that reflect the strengths, needs, and diversity of the populations served.
Promote inclusive and equitable access to services across all programs.
Program Management & Compliance
Oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of direct service programs in alignment with evidence-based practices and community needs.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and accreditation standards.
Support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement through program evaluation and outcome tracking.
Strategic Planning & Advocacy
Contribute to long-term strategic planning efforts and lead organizational initiatives that drive impact and innovation.
Represent the organization in external forums, including policy advocacy and public speaking engagements.
Advance mission-aligned priorities through coalition-building and cross-sector collaboration.
Board Relations & Governance
Partner with the Board of Directors to support effective governance and alignment with organizational goals.
Contribute to board development and engagement, including strategic planning and fundraising efforts.
Maintain regular communication with the board on organizational performance, opportunities, and risks.
Other Responsibilities
Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree (MA, MS, MSW, MPA, MBA, or equivalent) in Social Work, Public Administration, Psychology, Public Health, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit organizations or social service agencies.
Minimum of 3 years overseeing multi-million dollar budgets with demonstrated fiscal accountability.
At least 5 years of experience securing funding through federal, state, foundation, and corporate grants.
Minimum of 3 years leading comprehensive fundraising initiatives, including donor cultivation, major gifts, capital campaigns, and special events.
Minimum of 5 years supervising and developing staff and volunteers in a multi-program or multi-site environment.
Minimum of 5 years of experience building community partnerships and delivering services in diverse cultural and socioeconomic contexts.
Minimum of 3 years managing direct service programs, with knowledge of case management, compliance standards, and outcome measurement.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, organizational change, policy advocacy, and nonprofit board engagement.
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