You might hire an executive director to:
- Set and meet annual fundraising goals to secure financial support from foundations, corporations, individuals, and other funding sources
Work with staff on annual benefit and other fundraising events, overseeing external communications across websites, marketing materials, newsletters, and social media content
Represent the nonprofit to local or national media, increasing organizational awareness
Oversee daily nonprofit operations, providing direction for strategy, compliance, quality assurance, and program efficiency
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Strong leadership and management skills | MBA or other advanced degree relevant to country of employment |
| Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication | Previous senior management experience, preferably within a nonprofit |
| Previous experience managing budgets and working with a board of directors | Entrepreneurial mindset |
