Category: Executive Level

Director of Education and Public Engagement: Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art

BASIC FUNCTION:  Provides strategic leadership and management of Brandywine’s education and public programs team. Leads the creation of innovative educational and artmaking activities for youth and adults in a variety of formats, with a focus on museum education and art and nature programming. Supervises education staff and trains Museum docents and interpreters for the Museum’s historic properties, including the Andrew Wyeth Studio, N.C. Wyeth House and Studio, and Kuerner Farm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Develops and manages public programs and other arts-related events in conjunction with temporary exhibitions and permanent collection displays.
  2. Collaborates with the Brandywine Conservancy staff to develop programming that supports the organization’s blended art and nature mission.
  3. Oversees the development of community partnerships to build audience engagement and expand Brandywine’s role in the greater Philadelphia region. Develops programs to support accessibility to the Museum in collaboration with community organizations, ensuring that the Museum is a resource to local communities.
  4. Hires, trains and schedules interpreters that provide tours of the Museum’s three historic properties.
  5. Develops and manages the Education department’s annual budget, ensuring sustainable allocation of resources.
  6. Works in close collaboration with the Development department to identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants, donations, and other revenue-generating outlets, to meet budgetary goals.
  7. Creates print, digital, and hands-on interpretive materials in collaboration with the curatorial and marketing teams.
  8. Conducts research as necessary for program development.
  9. Cultivates and maintains relationships with art educators locally and nationally, keeping abreast of evolving trends in the Museum Education space.

Read more

Director / Senior Director of Finance and Administration: Heritage Conservancy

Heritage Conservancy seeks a dynamic and effective leader to serve as Director or Senior Director of Finance and Administration.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core responsibilities of this position will include:

  • Financial Management, including:
    • Oversee financial tracking and reporting (internal and external)
    • Supervise Accounting Manager and Grants Manager
  • Human Resources Management, including:
    • Update and maintain Policies / Employee Handbook
    • Lead review of employee compensation and benefits
    • Oversee Hiring / Onboarding
  • Office Management, including:
    • Supervise Program Coordinator
  • Facilities Management, including:
    • Oversee relationship with caterer for events at Historic Aldie

Depending on the nature and level of the successful applicant’s skills and experience, this position may also include one or more of the following responsibilities:

  • IT Management, including:
    • Oversee relationship with IT vendors
  • Risk Management, including:
    • Manage both insurable and cyber risks
    • Oversee relationship with insurance broker and IT vendors
  • Working with the Conservancy’s Board of Directors, including its Finance, Audit, Human Resources, and/or Facilities Committees

The Director or Senior Director of Finance and Administration will report to the Conservancy’s President. This is a full-time position based in Heritage Conservancy’s office in Doylestown, PA.

QUALIFICATIONS & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of applicable experience in Finance, Human Resources, Nonprofit Administration, or related fields, or comparable education/experience.
  • Knowledge/experience in the areas of environmental conservation or historic preservation helpful but not required.
  • Experience with financial and data management, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
  • Ability to handle, independently and simultaneously, multiple and diverse responsibilities.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills, contract negotiation and management skills, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to cultivate and manage constructive relationships with Heritage Conservancy’s Board of Directors, staff, advisors, funders, government officials, vendors, and others.
  • Commitment to Heritage Conservancy’s mission and high standards of conduct.

Read more

Director of Development: Philadelphia Outward Bound School

Outward Bound is an international educational movement dedicated to the belief that people are capable of far more than they know. Founded in 1992, the mission of the Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS) is to change lives through challenge and discovery. POBS serves PA, NJ and DE and is one of 9 regional Outward Bound schools.A robust non-profit educational organization, in 2024 POBS engaged over 7,000 participants (youth and adults) in experiential education programs that inspire character development, leadership and service. Every Outward Bound program is built around a progression of activities, within a day or over multiple days, that delivers powerful life lessons by encouraging participants to safely and confidently step outside of their comfort zones, while engaging in spectacular natural environments.

POBS currently has a $3.5M annual budget, of which just over 50% is contributed. The balance is earned through tuition and fees for service.

SUMMARY

The Director of Development is a key member of the senior leadership team. Working closely with the Executive Director and Board of Trustees, they are responsible for setting and achieving annual fundraising goals. They have a strong track record in creating and managing an annual fundraising plan, including events and grants, and demonstrated success in achieving results; cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors; supervising a small staff; and engaging and supporting board and committee members to be effective ambassadors and networkers. Familiarity with the local funding community and with Outward Bound (or eagerness to experience programs first-hand) are important for success in the role.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with colleagues and key stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees, to promote a culture of philanthropy and help build fundraising skills within the organization;
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and implement POBS’s short term and long-range financial and strategic plans;
  • Create annual fundraising plan with goal to double current annual raise of $2M from corporations, foundations, events, government, and individuals for operating, capital projects, and special initiative support;
  • Be responsible for setting and achieving annual fundraising goals;
  • Prioritize major individual donors and work with current and emeritus board members and other ambassadors to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects;
  • Manage own portfolio of major donors, and help keep Executive Director and board and committee members on track to meet engagement goals for their own portfolios;
  • Plan and manage all major fundraising initiatives and events, including biannual “Building Adventure” peer-to-peer fundraising rappel and annual donor appeals;
  • Create planned giving strategy to promote and facilitate legacy gifts;
  • Monitor and report regularly to colleagues and the board on the progress of annual and long-range fundraising;
  • Assess and recommend staffing and consulting structures required to meet goals; supervise and mentor 1-2 direct reports.

Read more

Director of Finance & Operations: Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project (YSRP)

The Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project (YSRP) seeks to end the practice of prosecuting youth in the adult criminal legal system. In the meantime, YSRP seeks to lessen the duration and impact of adult criminal sentences on children and their families who are primarily low-income and Black and Brown. Through individual cases and systemic policy advocacy, we work to transform the experiences of children prosecuted in the adult criminal legal system, and to ensure that children who have contact with the adult system can return home and live full lives with dignity. We partner with court-involved youth, their families, and lawyers to develop holistic, humanizing narratives that mitigate the facts of each case in an effort to avoid adult incarceration and provide decision-makers with actionable alternatives. With a commitment to honoring our client-partners’ agency and self-determined goals, we make crucial connections to community resources, providing our youth and Juvenile Lifer client-partners with connections to supportive services including in the areas of education, healthcare, housing, and employment. Finally, we work to raise awareness of the issues that face young people in the adult criminal legal system and to reform the system. For more information about YSRP’s mission, values and work, please visit our website.

Position Description

YSRP seeks a dynamic Director of Finance & Operations to ensure effective management and oversight of the organization’s fiscal and operational health. The Director of Finance & Operations is a full-time, exempt, staff position that will be part of YSRP’s Management Team, composed of YSRP Directors of Mitigation, Reentry, Programs, Policy and Development & Communications. The position will work closely with members of YSRP’s Board of Directors and external partners. This is a strategic position with key responsibilities related to the management of our financial resources, our team, and our core operational processes. The position reports to the Executive Director.
Read more

Executive Director: Patricia Kind Family Foundation

The Patricia Kind Family Foundation (PKFF) is a private family foundation grounded in the values and legacy of the late Patricia and Philip Kind and their families. Established in 1998, the Foundation reflects their deep commitment to service. Today, PKFF continues to be family-led, with a board comprised of multi-generational family members.

Since its founding, PKFF has awarded more than $65 million in grants to Philadelphia organizations with budgets generally less than $1 million. The Foundation funds organizations that are deeply embedded in their communities and led by individuals with lived experience or close proximity to the populations they serve.

Mission: The mission of the Patricia Kind Family Foundation is to financially support Philadelphia organizations that help those struggling daily with racial and economic injustices. The Foundation encourages practical and caring community solutions to poverty through supporting direct service, capacity building, and mission related investments. This includes helping individuals and families obtain physical and mental health care and related human services, such as food, shelter, clothing and education. We strive to have the greatest possible impact with all of our assets.

The Patricia Kind Family Foundation is looking for its first non-family member Executive Director—a leader with lived experience with the historically marginalized Philadelphia communities that the Foundation supports. This person will have relationships with local nonprofit partners, funders, and community leaders and will be eager to cultivate new relationships that will help grow and continue the Foundation’s impact in Philadelphia. They will create a welcoming, inclusive workplace and ensure the Foundation’s mission is carried out effectively.

The Executive Director will oversee all operations: grant-making, budgeting, mission-aligned investing, funding partnerships, and board collaboration. They will have experience with and be comfortable handling interpersonal relationships with care and professionalism. Strong ethical standards, deep integrity, and a steadfast commitment to equity and inclusion are essential.

Learn more about the Patricia Kind Family Foundation: https://pkindfamilyfoundation.org/

Patricia Kind Family Foundation (PKFF) is an equal opportunity employer. ProFound is representing PKFF in its search for an Executive Director.

Please email applicant resumes and nominations to: PKFFsearch@profound.eco
If you would like to submit a cover letter, please email it to: PKFFsearch@profound.eco

Read the full job description on LinkedIn

OST Program Director: Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Full-Time OST Program Director to lead, manage and oversee the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) After-School and Summer Program. In this role, the Program Director will take charge of youth recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts, ensuring strict compliance with program contracts. Additionally, the Program Director will recruit, interview, train and manage teaching artists. The position demands a strong commitment to curriculum development and implementation, focusing on delivering engaging, high-quality activities that foster STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and Career-Readiness for youth in grades 3-8.

About Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership (PAEP)

The Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership’s work is in service to the field of arts in education. PAEP advances best practices through the design and implementation of arts in education programs building the capacity of teachers and artists to integrate the arts across the curriculum.

The Program Director will oversee the 21st Century Program at the following elementary and middle schools:

  • James G. Blaine
  • Anna L. Lingelbach
  • Andrew J. Morrison
  • Penrose
  • Allen M. Stearne
  • William H. Ziegler
  • Castor Gardens
  • General George G. Meade

Essential Qualifications:

  • Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to worksites across multiple locations.
  • Ability to travel within the Philadelphia area and overnight travel to attend mandatory statewide and national conferences or training sessions.
  • Ability to attend occasional weekend and evening events for training, meetings, and program activities.
  • Must have experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Must have supervisory experience and the ability to effectively redirect youth exhibiting challenging behaviors.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines while handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Proven ability to manage programs and implement curriculum, including planning, organizing, and ensuring the effective delivery of educational and enrichment activities, while also training and supporting staff to ensure program success.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to think creatively and adapt quickly, demonstrating a proactive, self-starting approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Must be able to attend and successfully complete CPR/First Aid certification.
  • Must pass background checks, including PA State Criminal, Child Abuse, National Sex Offender Registry, and FBI fingerprinting.

Read more

Director of Community Education & Engagement: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Ready to make a difference in the arts community? PAFA seeks a dynamic Director of Community Education and Engagement Programs to lead and innovate in adult programs, museum education, and youth/family events. This key role involves overseeing non-credit academic programs, managing educational activities and events, and collaborating with local cultural organizations to promote PAFA’s mission to celebrate the transformative power of art and art making. If you have a passion for arts education and community engagement, this is your opportunity to shape the future of arts learning!

ABOUT PAFA

Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is America’s first school and museum of fine arts. Located in the center city of Philadelphia, PAFA is intimate in scale with a strong sense of community. PAFA offers several non-degree and certificate in studio art and art appreciation programs. PAFA’s museum has an outstanding collection of American art, and the museum actively collects and exhibits contemporary art, including work in new media. Additionally, PAFA is home to the Brodsky Center, a print and papermaking center focused on the creation of innovative editions by contemporary artists.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Because we were the nation’s first art museum and art school, we believe PAFA has a moral obligation to ensure that every member of our community can study and work in an environment where they feel a sense of belonging. We have the additional obligation of ensuring that our community reflects that rich tapestry of beauty and diversity that surrounds our world. We are committed to modeling diversity and inclusion for the entire arts, cultural and educational sector, and to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all. PAFA is committed to maintaining an inclusive learning environment, and a diverse community of students, faculty and staff.

PAFA is an equal opportunity employer. Women and diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply to work in our pluralistic community.

POSITION: Director of Community Education and Engagement

Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer, the Director oversees all community education and engagement programs with a focus on adult programming, museum educational programs, and youth and family programs and events. The Director coordinates and promotes all non-credit academic programs and activities and manages the distribution of adult programs and tour materials.

The Director will support and oversee all programming activities of the Center for Art Education, including the Tour and Docent Programs, Family Arts Academy, and PAFA Summer Art Camp. They will maintain database, mailing lists, and website content for adult programs and tours. Working with the Visitor Services and Finance departments, the Director will generate and compile accurate and timely attendance and participation reports/records. They will collaborate with local cultural partners and community organizations to promote the programs offered at PAFA.

This is a grant-funded, three-year position that is eligible for all PAFA employee benefits.
Read more

Director of Finance & Operations: Mercy Neighborhood Ministries

The Director of Finance & Operations at Mercy Neighborhood Ministries (MNM) is responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial health, operations and human resource functions. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and providing support to the Board of Directors, this individual will bring a strong background in accounting, budgeting, financial oversight, and strategic planning. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Director will work collaboratively with staff, fostering an environment of communication and teamwork. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an ability to manage high-pressure situations calmly, inspire and develop team members, and lead by example, all while embodying the core values of Mercy Neighborhood Ministries: integrity, compassion, trust, and care.

At Mercy Neighborhood Ministries, we strive to foster a culture of collaboration, compassion, and integrity. We seek an individual who shares these values and is committed to advancing our mission through sound financial stewardship and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with business unit leaders, senior management, and the Finance Committee to develop and manage operating budgets, performance metrics, and variance reporting across multiple business units
  • Oversee and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, grant accounting, financial statements, and cash management
  • Report regularly to the Finance Committee on financial performance, including cash flow, financial analyses, and budget forecasts
  • Compile and submit financial information for grant applications and required reports
  • Represent MNM’s financial interests in contract negotiations and renewals alongside the Executive Director
  • Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and contracts, including insurance coverage, inspections, and other necessary documentation
  • Lead the annual financial audit in collaboration with an independent CPA, preparing year-end reports and journal entries.
  • Manage operational and HR activities, including payroll, personnel records, compensation, and benefits administration
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for effective facility management
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for facility-related vendors and contractors
  • Oversee the organization’s IT infrastructure and services in coordination with outside vendors
  • Work with the Facilities Manager to prioritize facility improvement projects and upgrades

Read more

Director – Student Programs and Leadership: Jefferson University

Provide vision and leadership for student life and engagement. Oversee and direct the areas of student activities, student organization management, leadership development, and orientation. Ensure the delivery of quality and effective programs and services to support the overall well-being and success of students in the college environment. Oversee, develop, and implement a comprehensive plan for competency-based activities and initiatives for students throughout Thomas Jefferson University Colleges and academic programs. Lead and initiate a collaborative leadership development program, including completion of baseline needs assessment and ongoing program
evaluation.

Job Description

Essential Functions

  • Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
  • Lead the creation, implementation, and facilitation of opportunities for extracurricular and co-curricular student engagement
  • Lead and implement equitable support and allocation of resources for students of diverse backgrounds and identities.
  • Supervise the professional, administrative, and student staff, including Assistant and Associate Directors.
  • Manage the development, planning, and execution of student activities programming including creating goals, programmatic models, and new initiatives each year.
  • Manage the office budget, operational allocation, purchases, and other financial transactions.
  • Lead strategic planning, goal setting, assessment, and evaluation efforts for the office.
  • Lead collaborative communication and engagement with campus partners, vendors, students, and other staff consistent with the core values of the University.
  • Lead the activities of the Student Advisory Roundtable, including recruiting members, scheduling monthly meetings, developing agendas, and managing the activities of the SAR for functions.
  • Demonstrate commitment to detail, systemization of processes, and understanding of complex enterprise structure.
  • Support a healthy team dynamic, by remaining agile and competent in emotional intelligence to effectively support the holistic needs of team members and staff
  • Oversee a systemized approach for the collection, analysis, maintenance, and presentation of data related to student growth and development, connected to student engagement initiatives.
  • Provide direction for the support, compliance, and accountability of student organizations and committees
  • Direct the marketing and communication efforts for the Office of Student Life and Engagement, including the website, social media, publications, flyers and posters, email correspondence, and other modes of advertisement.
  • Advocate on behalf of student needs and work to create positive change.
  • Create a foundation of programs and services that actively contributes to a positive student experience.
  • Develop and maintain campus and community partnerships.
  • Lead department committees to enhance the entire Campus Life experience
  • Utilize data to inform decisions and program planning, based upon the landscape of Higher Education, societal trends, and diverse student needs.
  • Readily manage content for the Student Life and Engagement web page, in cooperation with Marketing and Public Relations.
  • Lead the extension of services to satellite campus, as directed
  • Participate in regional and national student affairs professional organizations.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

Read more

Executive Director: Circular Philadelphia

Circular Philadelphia is a membership-based economic development organization founded in 2021 that works with businesses, organizations, individuals and government partners to promote a circular economy in Philadelphia. Circular Philadelphia’s mission is to cultivate a low-waste, regenerative economy by engaging and convening businesses, consumers and policymakers in greater Philadelphia to strengthen our communities. We envision a just, thriving society made up of cleaner communities built upon the principles of a circular economy.

A circular economy is one that designs out waste while generating profits leading to cleaner communities that thrive. By limiting the need for extraction and for landfills/incinerators, a circular economy progresses toward environmental justice. All of these factors are key components to achieving Philadelphia’s stated goals of being the cleanest and greenest city in the country with economic opportunity for all.

Since its founding, Circular Philadelphia has been led by a co-director team who also served as the co-founders of the organization. After three years of remarkable impact and fundraising success, Circular Philadelphia’s board and co-founders determined that a full-time executive director position was needed to fully solidify Circular Philadelphia’s position as the leading organization progressing a circular economy in Philadelphia.

Executive Director Job Summary

Circular Philadelphia is seeking an Executive Director to drive our next phase of growth as we build the organization’s capacity and impact, and expand its role as a leader in Philadelphia’s circular economy. This position reports directly to Circular Philadelphia’s Board. This position will also oversee 1 current part-time staff position with the intention to grow the organization and add more staff as needed.

Circular Philadelphia’s next leader will:

  • Increase the visibility and credibility of CP’s impact in and for the city
  • Increase Circular Philadelphia’s funding, solidify the funding model, and increase memberships/sponsorships,
  • Ensure the circular economy serves the entire city through the creation of an environmental justice framework for our work and engagement with Black and Brown communities, and
  • Grow staff capacity.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership
    • Continually refine and communicate the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
    • Create transparent and productive working relations with the board to develop policies, strategic plans, and organizational goals.
    • Provide leadership to staff, members, volunteers and partners.
    • Provide updates and reports on the organization’s progress and performance to the board, membership, funders and general public.
    • Represent the organization in the community and with stakeholders.
    • Promote the organization’s mission and build its public profile.
    • Nurture existing strategic partnerships and identify and cultivate new strategic partnerships with other organizations and partners to progress Circular Philadelphia’s mission.
    • Contribute to the national Circular Cities Network that Circular Philadelphia helped create.

Read more