Connecticut Breast Health Initiative - Executive Director

Executive Director Opportunity

The Connecticut Breast Health Initiative (CT BHI) seeks a passionate, talented Executive Director to build upon two decades of success and guide the organization into its next chapter. The Executive Director will hold overall fundraising and operational responsibility for CT BHI's achievement of its mission, growth, and sustainability. The Executive Director will closely collaborate with board members and volunteers and manage a small team of staff and consultants.

The next leader will bring substantial experience in fundraising and a proven track record in developing relationships with donors and corporate sponsors, nurturing existing relationships, and cultivating new funding sources. The Executive Director will be an exceptional communicator with a talent for inspiring audiences, enhancing an organization's profile, and sharing the stories of those impacted by breast cancer and the innovative work of our Connecticut researchers.

The Executive Director will possess exceptional interpersonal skills and will be adept at forging authentic relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and understands how to manage a volunteer-driven organization. The Executive Director will further professionalize the organization by developing and implementing systems, processes, and procedures for grant administration, fundraising, finances, and human resources.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, dynamic leader and exceptional fundraiser who inspires audiences and values relationships. The Executive Director brings a command of nonprofit fundraising, is a skilled communicator, and has a passion for finding a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime.

• Leadership and Vision
• Provide the overall strategic direction for the organization
• Voice a clear, compelling vision for the organization that galvanizes donors, volunteers, and community members
• Embody a passion for CT BHI's mission

• Fundraising
• Lead CT BHI's fundraising to grow the organization's capacity and sustainability
• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that diversifies funding sources, including exploring new geographies
• Build new and expand existing relationships and create engagement opportunities with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations
• Responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising events in collaboration with volunteers and staff
• Inspire confidence in CT BHI's work and create a network of committed, engaged supporters

• Communications and External Affairs
• Raise the profile of CT BHI and the importance of funding breast cancer education and research
• Oversee communications and marketing strategies to drive effective, compelling messaging for media and public engagement
• Build partnerships and relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including volunteers, community members impacted by breast cancer, business leaders, donors, community partners, advocates, universities, hospitals, and research community.

• Organizational and People Management
• Manage and support a dedicated base of volunteers; supervise part-time staff and vendors
• Develop, support, and collaborate with the Board of Directors; seek and build board engagement with strategy, governance, financial oversight, and resource development
• Oversee the financial management of the organization, ensuring CT BHI is financially sound
• Develop and oversee the organization's internal operations, policies, and procedures
• Promote collaboration amongst all parts of the organization, including fostering open communication and building a culture of accountability, transparency, and inclusivity

• A passion for CT BHI's mission
• Proven, enthusiastic fundraiser with 7+ years of experience; nonprofit experience strongly preferred
• Ability to provide visionary and aspirational leadership to advance the mission of CT BHI
• Outstanding communications skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and serve as the face of the organization
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an impressive history of forging authentic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborative,…