Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and external representative for CFLeads
Lead CFLeads' programmatic, operational, and impact strategies to ensure alignment with
strategic plan and equity goals
Manage cross-functional teams and inter-team communications to foster collaboration,
cohesion, and execution excellence
Strengthen organizational effectiveness through process improvement, internal capacity
building, and staff development
Partner with CEO and fundraising staff to cultivate funders and identify revenue opportunities
that support strategic initiatives
Represent CFLeads at national conferences and philanthropic gatherings, serving as a public
ambassador for the organization’s work
Influence the design, delivery, and evaluation of programming that supports the organization’s
mission and impact priorities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Coach, manage, and empower a diverse high-performing staff across programs and initiatives
Drive and manage strategic planning and lead execution of the organization’s strategic priorities
and equity commitments'
Represent CFLeads with national partners, philanthropic institutions, and funders to build
external presence and credibility
Lead fundraising strategy in collaboration with development staff, with a focus on cultivating
long-term donor relationships
Drive strategic clarity across internal operational functions including development,
administration, communications, and HR, ensuring that systems and processes are aligned to
enable excellence and support organizational priorities.
Support ongoing development of learning and evaluation systems to ensure CFLeads can
measure and communicate its impact
Lead cross-organizational initiatives and project teams to ensure aligned execution of strategic
goals
Serve as a resource to external stakeholders, ensuring effective information-sharing and
representation of CFLeads’ priorities
Requirements
The ideal candidate is a seasoned nonprofit executive who brings a blend of strategic
insight, operational discipline, and a deep commitment to community leadership. They are
an inclusive leader who models integrity and partnership, and who has experience
navigating the complexity of stakeholder engagement, staff management, and program
execution.
S/he/they will be energized by CFLeads' mission and bring strong fundraising acumen,
excellent communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to lead through change.
Above all, they will be a steady presence and strategic anchor to the CEO, keeping
operations on track and elevating the organization’s collective impact.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of progressive leadership in nonprofit or philanthropic organizations
Demonstrated experience managing people, budgets, and strategic initiatives
Track record of fundraising/development success and external relationship-building
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with community foundations and/or place-based philanthropy preferred
High-level performer with strong initiative and a commitment to achievement of goals
Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of strategic and operational business
fundamentals
The Candidate
The ideal candidate is a seasoned nonprofit executive who brings a blend of strategic
insight, operational discipline, and a deep commitment to community leadership. They are
an inclusive leader who models integrity and partnership, and who has experience
navigating the complexity of stakeholder engagement, staff management, and program
execution.
S/he/they will be energized by CFLeads' mission and bring strong fundraising acumen,
excellent communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to lead through change.
Above all, they will be a steady presence and strategic anchor to the CEO, keeping
operations on track and elevating the organization’s collective impact.
SVP Operations & Impact | CFLeads
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Flexibility and adaptability in dealing with a variety of assignments, people and resources
Ability to motivate and engage team members; can coach and mentor staff to perform to their
full potential
Brings warmth, wit, and good humor to interactions, helping to foster trust and team
cohesion.
