Chief Executive Officer
Position Overview
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for leading the organization’s strategic vision, securing funding, expanding community reach, leading our team and neighbors, and ensuring fiscal integrity. The ideal candidate is a visionary, mission-driven leader with strong managerial acumen and a proven track record in fundraising, business, stakeholder engagement, and team development.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Partner with the Board of Directors to define, refine, and execute the organization’s long-term strategic plan in growing our concept.
- Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate for the organization’s mission, building strong relationships with community leaders, public officials, donors, employees, neighbors, partners, and key stakeholders.
- Continually assess program impact and identify opportunities for strategic growth, innovation, and alignment with community needs.
Fundraising & Resource Development
- Lead the organization’s financial advancement, developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies across individual major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundation grants, and special events.
- Actively engage and cultivate relationships with major donors, board members, and potential funding sources.
- Share our vision and increase our community presence through social media and marketing.
- Diversify revenue streams to ensure long-term financial stability and sustainability.
Operational & Team Leadership
- Direct daily operations, ensuring programs and administrative functions align with organizational goals, policies, and legal requirements.
- Foster an inclusive, transparent, and high-performance organizational culture that attracts, retains, and empowers talented staff.
- Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate team members.
Financial Oversight & Governance
- Collaborate with our team to prepare, monitor, and manage the annual operating budget.
- Ensure maximum resource efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and compliance with non-profit legal, tax, and auditing standards.
- Maintain regular communication with the Board of Directors, providing accurate and timely reports on financial health, program outcomes, and strategic priorities.
Qualifications & Key Competencies
Experience & Education
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Non-Profit Management, or related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of senior executive, director-level leadership, or small business experience within the business or non-profit sector.
- Track Record: Demonstrated success in major fundraising, campaign management, budget oversight ($2M+ annual budget), and team leadership.
Required Core Competencies
- Fundraising Excellence: Proven success securing high-value individual, corporate, or grant-based funding.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate vision into actionable, measurable business plans.
- Relationship Building: Skilled networker capable of forming coalitions, community partnerships, and Board alliances.
- Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of non-profit accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting standard practice.
- Communication Skills: Outstanding public speaking, writing, and interpersonal abilities.
Compensation & Working Conditions
- Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000 commensurate with experience.
- Benefits: Competitive compensation package including healthcare, vison care, paid time off (PTO), and professional development support.
- Work Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma