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Executive Director

Full-Time Position

After a successful 10 years leading the organization, Global Kids’ current Executive Director is moving on to pursue new opportunities. The Board of Directors is now seeking its next Executive Director to lead the organization with a focus on long-term growth and success.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will refine Global Kids’ strategic plan and oversee the successful operation of the ~100 person organization. The ED will serve as the organization’s lead fundraiser, strengthening relationships with existing funding partners and cultivating new sources of revenue to grow Global Kids’ ~$7M budget.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Organizational Leadership

  • In collaboration with the Board and staff, refine Global Kids’ strategic vision and plan and oversee its implementation
  • Oversee all day-to-day operations (including program, fundraising, marketing, communications) and staff, with ultimate accountability for the success of the organization
  • Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing and diverse team, including six direct reports
  • Develop proposed annual budget and quarterly financial goals that accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization
  • Manage the organization’s finances efficiently, ensuring maximum resource utilization and maintaining a positive financial position
  • Establish administrative policies and procedures for all functions, as necessary
  • Review and approve contracts for services

External Leadership and Fundraising

  • Serve as Global Kids’ primary spokesperson, enhancing the organization’s visibility, brand recognition, and credibility
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key partners, including NYC Department of Education and NYC Department of Youth and Community Development; manage those relationships to strategically enhance Global Kids’ mission
  • Drive fundraising efforts, with a focus on diversifying revenue streams and increasing funding from private sources to support responsible growth in reach and impact
  • Maintain an active and visible presence in the community and work closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations

Board Engagement

  • Act as primary liaison to the Board of Directors; facilitate Board and Committee meetings
  • Work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, ensuring effective and timely communication to support informed decision-making
  • Leverage the board to increase the overall visibility of the organization and enhance fundraising efforts

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • Passion and enthusiasm for the mission of Global Kids
  • 10 or more years of nonprofit management experience
  • Demonstrated success leading an organization and managing a team through a period of transition
  • Strong strategic thinking and planning skills
  • Track record of successfully driving nonprofit fundraising across a variety of revenue streams, including experience generating new revenue streams
  • Exceptional communication and relationship building skills
  • Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, and decision-making
  • Experience effectively working with a Board of Directors
  • Transparent and high integrity leadership style
  • Bachelor’s Degree

Salary

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

How To Apply:

To apply, please visit the OnRamp GK Executive Director job posting here.

Global Kids is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status.