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Chrysalis is seeking an inspiring and visionary leader to serve as our next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
For over 40 years, Chrysalis has been a beacon of hope, providing safety, support, and empowerment to individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. As CEO, you will have the unique opportunity to lead a passionate team, drive strategic growth, and expand our impact in the community.
What we’re looking for:
- A leader who can be a beacon in the community, cultivating strong relationships and partnerships
- Someone who can move the needle on culture, inspiring staff and stakeholders alike
- A business-minded executive with the ability to grow the topline and drive sustainability
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference and guide Chrysalis into its next chapter, we’d love to hear from you.
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Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Partner with the Board of Directors and senior leadership team to set the organization’s strategic direction and translate vision into actionable, measurable goals.
- Revenue Growth & Fundraising: Drive revenue diversification and growth beyond government grants through donor cultivation, corporate partnerships, foundation support, and innovative fundraising initiatives.
- Board Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Board, leveraging their expertise and networks to advance the mission and ensure effective governance.
- Operational & Financial Oversight: Ensure strong financial management, operational efficiency, and accountability for results, aligning resources with mission priorities.
- Program Development & Advocacy: Champion client-centered services, strengthen program quality, and advocate for survivors through policy engagement at the local, state, and national levels.
- Culture & Team Development: Inspire, empower, and mentor staff to create a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive work culture rooted in transparency, integrity, and accountability.
- Public Presence & Community Engagement: Serve as the public face of Chrysalis, representing the mission with donors, partners, government officials, and the broader community with confidence and credibility.
The Ideal Candidate
The next CEO of Chrysalis will be:
- A strategic visionary with the ability to see the big picture while driving measurable results.
- A confident, transparent, and steady leader with a calm presence during times of stress or change.
- A polished communicator and fundraiser, comfortable engaging with donors, board members, staff, and community leaders.
- A business-minded nonprofit leader who applies rigor, discipline, and accountability with a “return on mission” mindset.
- A culture-builder who empowers and develops staff, models appreciative leadership, and fosters innovation and collaboration.
- An advocate for survivors and champion of social justice, committed to elevating the mission of ending domestic violence.
Qualifications
- Executive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, preferably in human services or related fields.
- Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, and revenue diversification.
- Strong experience in financial and operational oversight with a history of driving organizational efficiency.
- Demonstrated success in program development, policy advocacy, and government relations.
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills; capable of serving as a compelling and charismatic spokesperson.
- Experience building high-performing teams and leading cultural transformation within an organization.
Core Values & Leadership Approach
The CEO must embody Chrysalis’s values of transparency, integrity, collaboration, staff empowerment, and client-centered services. They will lead with an appreciative leadership style, demonstrating emotional intelligence, empathy, and professionalism, while holding themselves and others accountable to high standards.
Why This Role Matters
This is an extraordinary opportunity for a leader who is passionate about social justice and organizational excellence. The next CEO will not only sustain Chrysalis’s critical work but will also elevate its visibility, expand its reach, and drive long-term financial stability—ensuring Chrysalis continues to be a place of safety, healing, and hope for thousands of survivors.
Seniority level
- Executive
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Business Development and Sales
- Industries: Individual and Family Services