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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
About the Company
Prominent crowdfunded organization operating a popular media property
Industry Internet
Type Non Profit
Founded 2003
Employees 501-1000
Categories
Internet Non-Profit & Philanthropy Technology Charitable Organizations & Foundations Nonprofits Open Content Open Source Organizations Search Engines & Internet Portals Semantic Search Web Tools Developer Tools Education Non Profit
Specialties
non-profit free knowledge open source culture internet technology mobile open source education and wikipedia
Business Classifications
B2C
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its global mission of free knowledge. The successful candidate will be responsible for the vision, strategy, and management of the organization, with a focus on financial sustainability, product and technology initiatives, and shared governance with communities. This role demands a leader with a proven track record in executive management, the ability to inspire and steward a diverse range of stakeholders, and a deep commitment to the principles of free knowledge, neutrality, and open data. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees, lead a large, remote-first workforce, and be the primary spokesperson for the organization.
Key responsibilities for the CEO include leading multi-year strategic planning, setting and executing annual and multi-year plans, and managing the organization's risk profile. The ideal candidate will have experience in board management, be adept at crisis communication, and have a strong background in fundraising. They should be globally minded, collaborative, and able to build trusted relationships within the Wikimedia community. The role requires a leader with exceptional character, integrity, and the ability to lead with empathy and humility. The CEO will be expected to travel regularly and must be a lifelong learner with a commitment to the values and mission of the organization.
Hiring Manager Title Board Chair
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Operations General Management Strategy
About the Company
Prominent crowdfunded organization operating a popular media property
Industry Internet
Type Non Profit
Founded 2003
Employees 501-1000
Categories
Internet Non-Profit & Philanthropy Technology Charitable Organizations & Foundations Nonprofits Open Content Open Source Organizations Search Engines & Internet Portals Semantic Search Web Tools Developer Tools Education Non Profit
Specialties
non-profit free knowledge open source culture internet technology mobile open source education and wikipedia
Business Classifications
B2C
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its global mission of free knowledge. The successful candidate will be responsible for the vision, strategy, and management of the organization, with a focus on financial sustainability, product and technology initiatives, and shared governance with communities. This role demands a leader with a proven track record in executive management, the ability to inspire and steward a diverse range of stakeholders, and a deep commitment to the principles of free knowledge, neutrality, and open data. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees, lead a large, remote-first workforce, and be the primary spokesperson for the organization.
Key responsibilities for the CEO include leading multi-year strategic planning, setting and executing annual and multi-year plans, and managing the organization's risk profile. The ideal candidate will have experience in board management, be adept at crisis communication, and have a strong background in fundraising. They should be globally minded, collaborative, and able to build trusted relationships within the Wikimedia community. The role requires a leader with exceptional character, integrity, and the ability to lead with empathy and humility. The CEO will be expected to travel regularly and must be a lifelong learner with a commitment to the values and mission of the organization.
Hiring Manager Title Board Chair
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Operations General Management Strategy