Description
Provide executive leadership for an organization within policies set by the board of directors. Plan, direct, and coordinate strategy, programs, finances, and operations at the highest level through senior staff.
- • Direct and coordinate budgeting, financial management, and cash flow to fund operations and increase efficiency.
- • Lead strategic planning with the board and senior team; set measurable goals and KPIs.
- • Analyze programs and operations to assess impact, performance, and opportunities for improvement or cost reduction.
- • Develop, implement, and enforce organizational policies and procedures aligned with board directives.
- • Prepare annual budgets and multi-year forecasts for board review and approval.
- • Oversee program delivery, development, marketing, and fundraising activities to achieve mission goals.
- • Negotiate, approve, and monitor contracts, grants, and partnership agreements.
- • Review financial and operational reports from staff; recommend approvals or corrective actions.
- • Recruit, appoint, and evaluate senior managers; delegate responsibilities and set expectations.
- • Direct human resources strategy, including workforce planning, compensation, and talent development.
- • Support board governance; staff committees and provide timely materials and guidance.
- • Prepare and present reports on programs, finances, risks, and compliance to the board and stakeholders.
- • Define departmental responsibilities and coordinate cross-functional workflows across sites.
- • Implement corrective action plans to resolve organizational or program issues.
- • Establish and monitor internal controls, recordkeeping, and administrative systems.
- • Oversee communications, development, finance, IT, and other administrative functions.
- • Serve as the primary spokesperson; deliver speeches and publish updates to advance the mission.
- • Build and maintain relationships with donors, members, partners, regulators, and community leaders.
- • Lead fundraising strategy, including major gifts, grants, events, and digital campaigns.
- • Interpret and communicate organizational policies and applicable laws to staff and stakeholders.
- • Advocate on policy issues affecting the mission; brief and present to government or industry bodies.
- • Elevate major policy or strategic decisions to the board for consideration and approval.
- • Manage facilities, leases, capital projects, and procurement of equipment and services.
- • Oversee investment, reserves, and banking relationships in line with board policy.
- • Commission or conduct research and evaluations to inform programs and strategy.
- • Participate in community coalitions, industry associations, and stakeholder forums.
- • Approve marketing and outreach campaigns to grow impact, revenue, or membership.
- • Ensure legal, regulatory, and grant compliance; manage audits, risk, and incident responses.
- • Represent the organization at official functions and delegate representation as needed.
- • Maintain corporate records and governance documents; ensure adherence to bylaws and policies.
- • Champion organizational culture, DEI, and staff engagement to support performance.
- • Develop technology and data strategies, ensuring privacy, security, and effective analytics.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
