President and CEO Catholic Charities of Buffalo

Catholic Charities of Buffalo (CCB) is a leading regional human services organization serving eight counties of Western New York. The next President & CEO will lead a bold redefinition of CCB's future, identity and strategic direction, working with a supportive Board chaired by the Bishop of Buffalo.

Position Overview

The President & CEO serves as the senior‑most leader of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and as the Diocesan Director for Catholic Charities, reporting to the Board of Trustees through the Bishop of Buffalo (Board Chair). The CEO is responsible for overall strategic and operational leadership, ensuring that CCB’s mission—rooted in Catholic values— is delivered with excellence, compassion, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision & Innovation: Reimagine CCB’s role in the community, refine its mission focus, and adapt programs to meet evolving needs while ensuring sustainability.
• Financial Stewardship & Fundraising Leadership: Drive operational efficiency, restore fiscal health, and lead a successful Annual Appeal and other philanthropic initiatives.
• Relationship Building: Strengthen engagement with pastors and parishes, build corporate and community partnerships, and serve as a visible, credible representative of CCB and the Catholic Church.
• Board & Governance Partnership: Work closely with the Bishop‑led Board, foster strong governance, and activate the Board’s advisory and ambassadorial potential.
• People & Culture Leadership: Coach, mentor, and elevate a talented leadership team; foster a Christ‑centered, caring, and high‑performance culture.
• Shape, articulate, and steward CCB’s Mission, Vision, and Values in alignment with Catholic social teaching.
• Lead the creation and execution of a strategic plan to clarify CCB’s identity, optimize its program portfolio, and ensure long‑term viability.
• Champion adaptive change and continuous improvement to keep the agency responsive to evolving community needs and Church priorities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, risk management, and ethical standards across all programs and services.
• Drive data‑informed decision making, operational efficiency, and measurable impact.
• Serve as the primary partner to the Bishop and Board, ensuring alignment with diocesan vision and priorities.
• Represent CCB across the Catholic community, parishes, and the broader Western New York region, building trust and partnership with pastors, parishioners, civic leaders, and corporate partners.

Financial Stewardship & Fund Development

• Ensure financial sustainability through sound fiscal management, cost control, and prudent use of resources.
• Lead the Annual Appeal and develop diversified fundraising strategies to grow individual, parish, and corporate support.
• Cultivate relationships with major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and the Diocese to expand revenue and impact.

Leadership & Culture

• Build and sustain a high‑performing, mission‑driven leadership team; promote coaching, talent development, and succession planning.
• Foster a Christ‑centered culture that values compassion, acceptance, and respect for everyone (C.A.R.E.).
• Communicate transparently with staff and stakeholders, fostering trust, alignment, and engagement.

Board & Bishop Partnership

• Engage and mobilize the Board to strengthen governance, resource development, and community advocacy.

Community & Church Engagement

• Represent CCB across the Catholic community, parishes, and the broader Western New York region.
• Build trust, partnership, and visibility with pastors, parishioners, civic leaders, and corporate partners.
• Serve on diocesan, civic, and sector boards to expand CCB’s presence and influence.

Experience and Qualifications

• Faith Commitment: Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing, with deep commitment to the Church’s mission, moral teachings, and social justice.
• Proven Executive Leadership: At least 10 years of progressive leadership, including 5+ years in a senior executive role within a complex, mission‑driven organization; experience in faith‑based or Catholic settings strongly preferred.
• Strategic & Financial Acumen: Demonstrated success leading organizational turnaround, strengthening fiscal health, and managing multimillion‑dollar budgets.
• Fundraising & Community Presence: Track record of driving major philanthropic efforts, cultivating donors, and representing an organization with credibility and inspiration.
• Board & Church Engagement: Experience working effectively with governing Boards, bishops or other ecclesiastical leaders, and diverse stakeholders.
• Change & Innovation Leadership: Skilled at leading transformation, clarifying mission, and adapting programs and structures to changing needs.
• Communication & Advocacy: Exceptional public presence; strong communicator able to inspire staff, partners, donors, and the Catholic community.
• People Leadership: Talent developer and culture builder who invests in leadership capacity and succession planning.
• Integrity & Values: High ethical standards, personal credibility, and alignment with Catholic Charities’ values of compassion, acceptance, and respect.

Salary Range: $225,000 - $275,000 (based on candidate’s experience and qualifications).