Executive Director

Job Summary

Macedonia Development Corporation, NFP (MDC) seeks an Executive Director (ED) to strengthen the organization through effective management of people and resources. The ED will oversee all MDC activities, focusing on fiscal management, campaign development, fundraising, leadership development, and serve as Senior Program Administrator for the East Saint Louis Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Workforce Network Program (also known as the ESTL Workforce Hub).

The position includes managing the operational budget, CRM systems, organizational branding, and coordinating closely with leadership, board members, and both internal and external teams.

Our mission is to empower the East St. Louis community to overcome historic disinvestment and systemic racism, accelerating local capabilities to build wealth, create career‑sustaining jobs, promote a healthier environment, and drive reinvestment into local businesses and families.

• Manages day‑to‑day operations of the organization.
• Develops, implements, and manages fiscal processes for all programs, ensuring strong financial oversight, grant compliance, and strategic use of resources.
• Participates in developing policies and procedures to carry out the vision and mission of Macedonia Development Corporation.
• Manages grants and ensures contract compliance.
• Serves as Senior Program Administrator for the ESTL Workforce Hub.
• Completes additional tasks and projects as needed to support the overall goals of the programs and the organization’s mission.

• Assures continued development and growth of the organization.
• Identifies and pursues grants and revenue sources to support the network.
• Creates and implements annual short‑ and long‑range plans.
• Recruits, hires, and oversees staff.
• Leads initiatives related to green workforce development, curriculum greening, community outreach, and campus activities.
• Sets a progress agenda for network operations and activities in collaboration with organizational and community partnerships.
• Works with a lobbyist to secure state funding and develop legislation.
• Oversees and coordinates operations of the statewide network.

• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Energy Management, or a related field.
• Required:
  
  Experience in fiscal administration, event planning, proposal and grant writing, team leadership, and facilitating meetings with diverse stakeholders.
• Desired:
  Experience working with diverse populations, community or labor organizing, and knowledge of racial and social systemic barriers.

• Budget management, proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), social media, database use, and bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, and team collaboration skills.
• Driven, community‑focused leader skilled in relationship‑building, leadership development, and organizing issue‑based campaigns in clean technology, economic development, senior housing, entrepreneurship, workforce development, education, and healthcare.

• This is a full‑time position.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Paid time off (PTO) is included; no comprehensive benefits package (medical insurance or retirement plans) currently.

Reports to:

Board of Directors

Senior Level: Executive

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Business Development and Sales

Industry: Non‑profit Organizations