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Confidential

Executive Director

Confidential, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201

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Executive Director

About the Company

Mission-driven educational institution providing STEM-related learning experiences

Industry Non-Profit Organization Management

Type Non Profit

Founded 1984

Employees 1-10

Specialties

business school partnerships student mindsets equity and stem stem education educational equity educational access and career exposure

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of fostering collaboration between local businesses and schools to provide real-world, hands-on learning experiences for historically underserved students. The successful candidate will be deeply committed to educational equity and will be responsible for strategic leadership, operations, fundraising, and community relations. This role requires a leader who can promote an equitable and inclusive workplace, oversee daily operations, and ensure that the organization's programs align with its core values of equity, inclusion, and access. The Executive Director will also be tasked with building and managing the organization's budget, developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy, and serving as a main spokesperson to advocate for the importance of the mission.

Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a BS/BA or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 3 years' in non-profit management. Experience in the for-profit sector will be considered. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial management, fundraising, and program development, particularly in the field of education or youth empowerment. They must be adept at managing diverse teams, fostering collaboration, and building strong partnerships. A passion for the mission and a commitment to advancing the organization's vision for a future of limitless possibilities are essential. The role also requires the ability to work in a small, growing organization, and the flexibility to engage in activities outside of the office, including travel and evening/weekend events.

Hiring Manager Title Board of Directors

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/President Non-Profit Management