Executive Director

Overview

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) seeks a dynamic, visionary, and inclusive Executive Director (ED) to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. The ED will partner with the Board of Directors, members, staff, and other constituencies to advance NCPG’s mission: serving as the national advocate for programs and services to assist people and families affected by problem gambling.

About NCPG

Since 1972, NCPG has led state and national constituents in the development of comprehensive policies and programs for all those affected by problem gambling. Our vision is to improve health and wellness by reducing the personal, social and economic costs of problem gambling.

Role and impact

NCPG’s new ED must be a strategic, innovative, and financially savvy leader who can foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness. This individual will drive organizational sustainability, champion innovation, and ensure NCPG’s continued leadership in the evolving landscape of gambling and behavioral health. In addition to closely working with the Board of Directors, the ED will empower and enable staff to utilize their expertise in addressing issues in a rapidly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the national advocate for individuals and families affected by problem gambling, building on NCPG’s legacy of leadership, collaboration, and innovation.
• Partner with the Board of Directors to chart a bold and visionary path forward.
• Anticipate emerging trends, set national standards, and promote exemplary practices to unify state affiliates and diverse constituencies at national, state, and local levels under a shared mission.
• Foster strategic partnerships and forward-thinking advocacy to elevate NCPG’s influence and impact in prevention, education, and support nationwide.
• Lead organizational sustainability and financial oversight to ensure ongoing operations and impact.
• Empower staff to utilize expertise in addressing issues in a rapidly changing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in nonprofit, public health, gambling, or behavioral health sectors (or related fields).
• Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and ability to lead a diverse, inclusive organization.
• Experience with governance, fundraising, and building partnerships with boards, donors, and affiliates.
• Strong communication skills and ability to advocate at national/state levels.
• Experience managing a remote and DC-based team is a plus.

Organization details

NCPG, whose staff operate in a Washington, DC office and also remotely, has an operating budget of $5.8 million and a staff of 14. NCPG is open to a DC based or remote ED. It has a robust partnership with its state affiliates who are an important part of its governance structure as well as its state advocacy, prevention and treatment efforts.