Executive Director

Job Description: SR. ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

GENERAL SUMMARY The Sr. Association Executive Director serves as the Executive Director for a healthcare association client and its foundation, responsible for strategy, partnerships, revenue growth (membership, grants and corporate sponsorships), program excellence, operations, and culture. This is a relationship-driven, outward-facing role that grows the association’s impact across industry, academia, regulatory, and provider communities while ensuring best-in-class governance and financial stewardship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Leadership and Management

• Leadership and execution of organization’s multi-year strategic plan aligned to mission, growth, and impact metrics.
• Monitor changing conditions related to the industry to enable the association to provide leadership in developing and communicating programs and resources.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with strategic partners.
• Stay informed on trends in association’s healthcare policy and initiatives.
• Serve as a spokesperson; represent the association at national/regional meetings, media opportunities, and strategic forums.
• Advise the association Boards with providing clear reporting, decision-ready recommendations, and action plans regarding programs and projects of importance to the organization so the Boards may effectively carry out their responsibilities.
• Drive innovative thinking around programs, communications, publications, membership benefits, continuing education, meetings & events, advocacy and industry issues.

Fundraising and Grant Management

• In coordination with the association’s Foundation, develop and execute a comprehensive revenue strategy spanning grants, corporate sponsorships, institutional partnerships, and philanthropic giving.
• Lead grant proposal development and submission, oversee the team in preparing and organizing grant submission materials, and monitor grant execution.
• Oversee deliverables for reporting requirements for grants and government contracts.

Finance, Governance and Operations

• Work with finance team to ensure fiscal integrity, including annual budgets, monthly financials, audits, grant compliance, and legal obligations for 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3).
• Maintain policies and procedures aligned with nonprofit best practices and Etherio standards.
• Manage association staff and consultants, including contractual consultant agreements.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture aligned with associations goals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Etherio retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree: advanced degree (i.e. MD, PhD, MBA, MPH, MPP, MPA) and/or Certified Association Executive (CAE) strongly preferred
• Healthcare experience: 10 years or more
• Association Management: 10 years or more highly preferred
• Hands-on budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting.
• Marketing experience with keeping and attracting new members in non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated experience working with governing boards and volunteer leadership.
• Fundraising and grant management skills and experience required.
• Strong strategic planning skills, including program development and project leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee, recruit, and collaborate with strategic partners.
• Knowledge of continuing education provider recognition.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with web-based tools and technology.
• Ability to maintain composure and remain calm under pressure with a positive attitude.
• Excellent computer and database management skills; experience with website management, association management systems and registration systems preferred.

WORKPLACE LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

This position is fully Remote and will work with the core team based in the Washington, DC area.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel at most 20% per year.

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

Requires flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends to meet client, event, or company needs.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to remain either in a stationary sitting position for extended periods (such as when working in the office), while also being able to stand and/or move for extended periods (such as when executing events onsite).
• Need to lift, carry, push, or drag boxes or equipment up to 30 lbs.
• Frequently moves inside the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Need to adapt and function in various physical settings (for example, conference centers, indoor and outdoor spaces).
• Occasionally required to position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner.
• Frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Frequently uses computers and other electronic equipment.

ABOUT ETHERIO

At Etherio, we have a purpose that drives all we do: We create meaningful partnerships, experiences, and connections that fuel growth and accelerate success for our clients and those they impact.

Every day, we deliver creative, customer-focused solutions for our corporate and association clients - one meeting, event, or membership experience at a time.

We recognize that to deliver that experience for our clients, we have to deliver it for our own team members as well. Whether you work in one of our offices or virtually, we're committed to supporting your learning and growth by providing opportunities for partnerships, experiences and connections that will accelerate your own success.

Together we live out our core values, celebrate each other’s wins, learn lessons from our failures, and pursue excellence together.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and more.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules.

Our approach has earned us many industry awards over our 30+ year history, including 18 consecutive years on the CMI 25 – North America’s Top 25 Meeting & Incentive Companies.

Etherio Association Management is proudly Accredited by the Association Management Company Institute – a non-profit trade organization focused on advancing professionalism and high standards for association management companies.

Join us at Etherio and become part of a team where your work has purpose, your growth is championed, and your results are rewarded. If you're excited to help shape exceptional experiences and build lasting connections, we’d love to meet you.

Etherio is committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices and in experiences as team members.

Etherio is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to invite and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.

The Firm does not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.