Chief Executive Officer

A well-established non-profit organization is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Chief Executive Officer to lead its mission-driven initiatives and drive impactful community growth. With proven leadership experience in nonprofit management, financial oversight, and community engagement, the ideal candidate will work closely with the Board to steer operations and build strategic partnerships. As CEO, you’ll foster organizational excellence, deepen stakeholder relationships, and serve as the visionary for the organization’s future.

Salary Additional Benefits:

• Depending on Experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 403 (B) Retirement Plan and company match
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Hybrid Work Structure

Location: Houston, TX

Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the recruitment, development, and retention of qualified staff to ensure the effective operation of the organization.
• Develop strategic plans that align with the organization's mission, vision, and goals. Ensure effective implementation of these plans.
• Manage the financial health of the organization, including budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop and recommend to the Board of Directors specific, written, long and short-range plans for the direction and development of the agency’s programs and services; maintains appropriate relations with the board and various board committees and keeps them informed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the community, stakeholders, and donors to garner support for the organization's mission.
• Serve as the public face of the organization, representing various forums, including media, community events, and public speaking engagements.
• Ensure that the services provided to clients are of the highest quality and align with the mission of the organization.
• Collaborate with other states and local agencies and organizations to enhance service delivery and address the needs of survivors on a broader scale.
• Ensure the efficient and effective operation of the organization, including the implementation of policies and procedures. Interprets trends in the field(s) of service in which the agency is engaged by maintaining involvement in the professional fields as a whole.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree or equivalent leadership experience in human services, organizational leadership, or a related field is strongly preferred
• At least 10 years of progressive executive leadership experience, ideally within a mission-driven or nonprofit environment
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and a demonstrated commitment to serving vulnerable populations.
• Proven experience leading mission-driven organizations focused on crisis intervention, advocacy, or direct human services.
• Experience in fundraising, including grant writing, donor cultivation, and developing strategies to engage and retain donors.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, goal-setting, and organizational execution
• Strong financial acumen, including oversight of budgets, forecasting, and financial compliance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and build trust across diverse audiences
• Adept at developing and nurturing relationships with internal teams, external partners, and key community stakeholders
• Skilled public speaker with comfort representing an organization in both formal and informal settings
• Proven experience working closely with a Board of Directors and managing board relationships, planning cycles, and governance processes

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.