Mission-Driven Leader for Make-A-Wish Alaska

5 days ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Sagency Full time
About the Opportunity

Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington is seeking a dynamic and inspiring Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the Chapter into the future. The selected candidate will be well-positioned to make a significant mission impact, leveraging a committed staff, strong board, and engaged volunteer force.

The ideal candidate will possess a passion for the Make-A-Wish mission, with executive or management experience at a respected nonprofit or public institution. A proven track record in major gift cultivation and solicitation, as well as exceptional leadership and communication skills, is essential. The candidate should have worked closely with governing/fundraising boards, developed and strengthened those boards, and attracted and retained top talent.

The CEO will ensure the creation and execution of a clear and actionable long-term and short-term strategy, making consistent and measurable progress toward achieving the Chapter's vision. This includes exploring new and innovative solutions to effectively serve children and families waiting for wishes.

The successful candidate will inspire staff, volunteers, and donors by authentically embodying the mission and ethos of the organization. They will also increase brand awareness, engagement, and collaboration through effective messaging, community outreach, relationship-building, partnership collaboration, and purposeful calls-to-action.

Key qualifications and attributes include a passion for the Make-A-Wish mission, executive or management experience, demonstrated results in major gift cultivation and solicitation, exceptional leadership and communication skills, and the ability to work collegially within the federated model of Make-A-Wish America.

We offer an estimated annual salary of $150,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience, plus benefits. The Chapter partners with community volunteers to deliver its programs and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Across the region, the chapter works to grant over 400 life-changing wishes each year and has delivered wishes to over 8,600 children locally.



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