Essen Medical Associates
Overview
NYREACH
is a Bronx-based non-profit established in 2015 as a response to profound public health disparities in our communities calling for coordinated, multifaceted approaches that extend beyond traditional healthcare models. Our approach recognizes that effective public health initiatives must address multiple social determinants simultaneously, including access to healthcare, nutrition, education, economic stability, and social support networks. NYREACH has successfully designed and implemented numerous programs across the greater New York City metropolitan area, building an extensive knowledge base regarding the unique challenges faced by urban communities with diverse needs. We have used our community centered programs and healthcare partnerships to drastically improve the health of those most in need. NYREACH aims not only to see our communities thrive, but also to be a template for community empowerment across the nation.
Job Summary:
As the Executive Director of NYREACH, the ideal candidate will play a critical role in NYREACH’s fundraising efforts, management of administrative day to day operations, program oversight and hiring/managing a capable staff who, along with the ED, will carry out the mission and vision of the organization to profound success. The ideal ED will have expertise or significant experience researching, developing and maintaining programs in community health and workforce development; be well versed in key areas of healthcare operations; have experience applying for and managing grant/funding opportunities through private or gov’t contracts; and have experience managing and mobilizing a staff toward success while effectively reporting to a Board of Directors.
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to advance the organization's mission, ensuring alignment with core values, long‑term goals, and community impact.
Fundraising & Financial Oversight
Drive fundraising efforts including donor cultivation, grant writing, and partnership development; oversee the organization’s financial health, budgeting, and compliance with nonprofit regulations.
Oversee awarded contracts/grants especially where the organization is required to report progress and deliverables for payment to private and government bodies.
Board Engagement & Governance
Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to support governance, report on organizational performance, and implement board‑approved initiatives.
Program & Operations Management
Develop and implement non‑profit programs, ensure services are effective, mission‑aligned, and responsive to community needs; manage day‑to‑day operations and staff performance.
Community & Stakeholder Relations
Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate, building strong relationships with community partners, funders, government agencies, and the media to elevate the organization's visibility and impact.
Possess key experience fostering partnerships within the non‑profit and healthcare space.
Subject Matter Expertise
Possess extensive knowledge in healthcare, non‑profit operations, community health and community health initiatives, Social Determinant of Health intervention, and insurance (especially current movements in Medicaid reform in New York through the 1115 Waiver)
Qualifications
Master's Degree or Higher
Nonprofit management experience (10+ years)
Ability to oversee and collaborate with staff
Demonstrated fundraising and grant writing experience; experience building new revenue streams for any type of organization
Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community
Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation
Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision‑making, and reporting
Strong written and oral communication skills and public speaking ability; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
Required Qualifications
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with and basic understanding of healthcare sector, especially with regard to community health, workforce development, and addressing clinical and non‑clinical needs of the community
Strategic and creative thinking
Action‑oriented, adaptable, and innovative
Open and welcoming to change
Management experience with the ability to work collaboratively with staff and set and achieve strategic objectives
Comfortable acting as a leader
Required Skills
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with and basic understanding of healthcare sector, especially with regard to community health, workforce development, and addressing clinical and non‑clinical needs of the community
Strategic and creative thinking
Action‑oriented, adaptable, and innovative
Open and welcoming to change
Management experience with the ability to work collaboratively with staff and achieve strategic objectives
Comfortable acting as a leader
Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.
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is a Bronx-based non-profit established in 2015 as a response to profound public health disparities in our communities calling for coordinated, multifaceted approaches that extend beyond traditional healthcare models. Our approach recognizes that effective public health initiatives must address multiple social determinants simultaneously, including access to healthcare, nutrition, education, economic stability, and social support networks. NYREACH has successfully designed and implemented numerous programs across the greater New York City metropolitan area, building an extensive knowledge base regarding the unique challenges faced by urban communities with diverse needs. We have used our community centered programs and healthcare partnerships to drastically improve the health of those most in need. NYREACH aims not only to see our communities thrive, but also to be a template for community empowerment across the nation.
Job Summary:
As the Executive Director of NYREACH, the ideal candidate will play a critical role in NYREACH’s fundraising efforts, management of administrative day to day operations, program oversight and hiring/managing a capable staff who, along with the ED, will carry out the mission and vision of the organization to profound success. The ideal ED will have expertise or significant experience researching, developing and maintaining programs in community health and workforce development; be well versed in key areas of healthcare operations; have experience applying for and managing grant/funding opportunities through private or gov’t contracts; and have experience managing and mobilizing a staff toward success while effectively reporting to a Board of Directors.
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to advance the organization's mission, ensuring alignment with core values, long‑term goals, and community impact.
Fundraising & Financial Oversight
Drive fundraising efforts including donor cultivation, grant writing, and partnership development; oversee the organization’s financial health, budgeting, and compliance with nonprofit regulations.
Oversee awarded contracts/grants especially where the organization is required to report progress and deliverables for payment to private and government bodies.
Board Engagement & Governance
Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to support governance, report on organizational performance, and implement board‑approved initiatives.
Program & Operations Management
Develop and implement non‑profit programs, ensure services are effective, mission‑aligned, and responsive to community needs; manage day‑to‑day operations and staff performance.
Community & Stakeholder Relations
Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate, building strong relationships with community partners, funders, government agencies, and the media to elevate the organization's visibility and impact.
Possess key experience fostering partnerships within the non‑profit and healthcare space.
Subject Matter Expertise
Possess extensive knowledge in healthcare, non‑profit operations, community health and community health initiatives, Social Determinant of Health intervention, and insurance (especially current movements in Medicaid reform in New York through the 1115 Waiver)
Qualifications
Master's Degree or Higher
Nonprofit management experience (10+ years)
Ability to oversee and collaborate with staff
Demonstrated fundraising and grant writing experience; experience building new revenue streams for any type of organization
Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community
Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation
Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision‑making, and reporting
Strong written and oral communication skills and public speaking ability; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
Required Qualifications
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with and basic understanding of healthcare sector, especially with regard to community health, workforce development, and addressing clinical and non‑clinical needs of the community
Strategic and creative thinking
Action‑oriented, adaptable, and innovative
Open and welcoming to change
Management experience with the ability to work collaboratively with staff and set and achieve strategic objectives
Comfortable acting as a leader
Required Skills
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with and basic understanding of healthcare sector, especially with regard to community health, workforce development, and addressing clinical and non‑clinical needs of the community
Strategic and creative thinking
Action‑oriented, adaptable, and innovative
Open and welcoming to change
Management experience with the ability to work collaboratively with staff and achieve strategic objectives
Comfortable acting as a leader
Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.
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