Job title: Executive Director

Location: [Company location]

Reports to: [Board of Directors]

Employment type: [Full-time]

Job summary:

We're looking for an Executive Director to lead [nonprofit name], a nonprofit focused on [mission] with a budget of [$X] and [number] staff. The right person sets strategy with the board, leads programs and staff, and builds strong funding and community relationships.

The Executive Director is responsible for the organization's mission, finances, and reputation. Strong leadership keeps programs effective, funding stable, and the organization accountable to its community.

Key responsibilities:

• Work with the board to set and carry out the organization's strategic plan.
• Lead, hire, and develop staff and volunteers.
• Manage the annual budget and financial health with the finance team and treasurer.
• Lead fundraising with the development team, including major donors, grants, and events.
• Oversee program quality and measure outcomes against goals.
• Prepare board meeting materials and report on finances, programs, and risks.
• Make sure the organization meets regulatory, grant, and audit requirements, such as [IRS Form 990 (US), Charity Commission reporting (UK), ACNC reporting (AU), or 12A, 80G, and FCRA compliance (India)].
• Serve as the main spokesperson with partners, funders, media, and the community.
• Build partnerships with other nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses.
• Set HR policies and a workplace culture that supports staff wellbeing and inclusion.

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.
• [X]+ years of senior leadership experience, ideally in a nonprofit.
• Track record of fundraising success and budget management.
• Experience working with and reporting to a board of directors.
• Knowledge of nonprofit finance, compliance, and governance.
• Experience in [mission area].

• Strategic planning.
• Fundraising and donor relations.
• Financial management.
• Staff leadership.
• Board relations.
• Public speaking and community engagement.

• CFRE or similar fundraising credential.
• Experience leading a capital campaign.
• Ability to speak [second language] spoken in the community served.

• [Health, dental, and vision insurance, or private medical cover]
• [Retirement plan, such as a 403(b), pension, or superannuation]
• [Paid time off and holidays]
• [Professional development]
• [Paid sabbatical after [X] years]
• [Salary range]