Executive Director, Women's College Coalition (WCC)

Job Description:

The Women's College Coalition (WCC) seeks a strategic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial leader to serve as its next Executive Director.

Founded in 1972, WCC is a nonprofit association of more than thirty women's colleges and universities across the United States and Canada. Through research, advocacy, convening, and partnership, WCC advances its mission to transform the world through the education and success of women and girls.

At a pivotal moment for higher education and women's leadership, WCC seeks an Executive Director who can strengthen member engagement, elevate the visibility of women's colleges, and advance the Coalition's national voice and impact.

This is a 30-hour-per-week remote position based in the United States. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as WCC's sole staff member and leads the organization's strategy, operations, communications, and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Member Engagement

• Partner with the Board to advance WCC's strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.
• Strengthen relationships with member presidents, senior leaders, and partner organizations.
• Lead convenings, initiatives, and collaborations that advance WCC's mission and member engagement.
• Identify opportunities to expand partnerships, research, and sector visibility.

Advocacy & External Relations

• Serve as a visible advocate for women's colleges and women's education.
• Represent WCC within national higher education organizations and coalitions.
• Collaborate with policy and advocacy partners on issues affecting member institutions.
• Coordinate conference participation, presentations, and external partnerships. Communications & Operations
• Lead WCC's communications strategy, including website, social media, and organizational messaging.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for members, partners, media, and stakeholders.
• Manage day-to-day operations, organizational records, and member communications.
• Support Board governance, meetings, elections, and committee coordination.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, programs, and events.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit reporting and governance requirements.

Financial and Resource Management

• Develop and monitor the annual budget in partnership with the Board and accounting support.
• Manage membership dues, invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
• Support organizational sustainability through grant, partnership, and fundraising opportunities.

Requirements:

Desired Qualifications:

• Commitment to the mission of women's education and leadership.
• Knowledge of higher education and the women's college sector.
• Experience in nonprofit leadership, higher education, association management, advocacy, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success working with boards, institutional leaders, and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong strategic, organizational, financial, and operational leadership skills.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and public communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic environment.
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative approach to leadership.
• Experience with fundraising or grant development preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Additional Information:

Position Details:

• Part-time position averaging 30 hours per week
• Fully remote within the United States
• Generous employee benefits provided
• Some travel required for board meetings, convenings, and conferences
• Reports to the Board Chair and Board of Directors
• Salary range: $85,000- $95,000

Application Instructions:

Application Process:

Applications received by June 19, 2026 , will receive full consideration. The anticipated start date is on or before August 17, 2026. Applications should include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae or rsum
• Three professional references

Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest should be submitted online to: Lucille Villegas, Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, Mount Saint Mary's University , View email address on click.appcast.io

For more information, visit: Women's College Coalition

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The WCC will not assist applicants with any visa matters.

A pre-employment screening will be required.