Chief Executive Officer

Hope Clinic is seeking a mission‑driven, visionary leader to serve as our next Chief Executive Officer. This is a unique opportunity to lead a community‑focused Christian nonprofit committed to serving all with dignity and compassion, in the name of Jesus. The CEO serves as the primary external leader and ambassador for Hope Clinic, cultivating relationships with churches, donors, volunteers, community partners, and supporters to ensure impact and long‑term sustainability. The ideal leader is a warm and engaging relationship‑builder who naturally invites others into the mission and cultivates meaningful connections across a broad range of theological, political, and community perspectives. This role is highly visible, requiring a leader who is energized by connecting with people, sharing the story of Hope Clinic, and advancing our mission throughout the community. What You’ll Do Mission & Community Leadership Serve as the primary public‑facing representative of Hope Clinic within the community Effectively communicate organizational mission, vision, and strategic direction to all Hope Clinic stakeholders Build and strengthen relationships with churches, donors, volunteers, partners, and community organizations to achieve long‑term sustainability Champion connection and volunteer engagement by regularly representing Hope Clinic in churches, community organizations, and public events to invite others into the mission Continually foster a Christ‑centered, ecumenically‑sensitive organizational culture Strategic & Organizational Leadership Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and implement strategic plans and organizational goals Function as Chief Development Officer to create and advance fundraising goals with development team Partner with leadership staff to strengthen programs and identify future opportunities, ensuring mission alignment and protecting organizational identity Maintain visibility with staff and volunteers while empowering internal leaders in managing day‑to‑day operations Support a healthy, mission‑driven organizational culture that values collaboration, trust, and servant leadership Champion and communicate a compelling vision for Hope Clinic, ensuring staff remain connected to the mission, goals, and meaningful impact of their work Plan and execute development strategy to achieve clearly established financial goals Partner with key development staff to advance fundraising strategy and donor engagement, and increase major giving Continuously cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors Participate in major fundraising events and donor initiatives Ensure ethical stewardship and responsible management of organizational resources What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will be: A committed Christian who demonstrates a mature and active faith Passionate about serving others and advancing Hope Clinic’s mission A strong relationship‑builder with high emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills Comfortable serving as a visible ambassador and spokesperson for the organization in a variety of external environments including churches Able to comfortably engage a diverse range of churches with an ecumenical approach Able to foster a culture of respect, trust, belonging, and shared purpose Experienced in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and community engagement Able to unify staff, volunteers, churches, and stakeholders around a shared vision, mission, and purpose Skilled in strategic thinking, organizational leadership, and collaboration Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred Leadership experience, preferably in a faith‑based, nonprofit environment Public speaking and community engagement experience Experience with donor cultivation and major gift solicitation Understanding of nonprofit financial stewardship and organizational management Why Hope Clinic? Hope Clinic is more than a workplace, it is a mission‑centered community committed to serving others with compassion, excellence, and dignity. Our staff and volunteers are united by a shared calling to care for the whole person and to reflect the love of Christ through practical service and dignified care. If interested and qualified, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the role and connection to Hope Clinic’s mission. Hope Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr