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Executive Director

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Executive Director

About the Company

Leading organization providing resources to educational authors & journalists

Industry
Online Media

Type
Privately Held

Founded
1947

Employees
11-50

Categories

  • Publishing
  • Membership Organizations
  • Non-Fiction
  • Organizations
  • Writers Resources

Specialties

  • education journalism
  • education writing and communications
  • and training

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of advancing high-quality education journalism. The successful candidate will be a strategic and dynamic leader with a strong background in journalism and experience in nonprofit management. Key responsibilities for the Executive Director include fundraising and revenue development, strategic and operational leadership, team management, and culture building. The role demands an individual with exceptional fundraising acumen, the ability to build and sustain strong relationships with philanthropic partners, and a proven track record in driving donor and earned revenue. The Executive Director will also be responsible for translating the organization's strategy into operational plans, ensuring that all programs align with the core mission, and serving as the primary spokesperson and thought leader in the education and media landscape. The ideal candidate will be a charismatic and mission-driven individual, deeply committed to equity and inclusion, with the ability to foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability. They should be adept at managing a team, engaging with staff and members, and building partnerships that amplify the organization's mission. A strong understanding of U.S. education systems and the ability to advocate for the role of quality journalism in a healthy democracy are essential. The Executive Director will be expected to be a visible and present leader, both internally and externally, and to ensure that the organization remains relevant, impactful, and sustainable in a rapidly changing media environment.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • CEO/President
  • Non-Profit Management
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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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