Students Rising Above, Chief Executive Officer

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Requirements:

• The next SRA Chief Executive Officer will be an accomplished nonprofit C-level executive with demonstrated experience successfully managing a multi-faceted and layered organization.
• Passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to social impact.
• Minimum of bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Proven track record of success in fundraising, strategic planning, and organizational leadership.
• Previous experience in a CEO or executive role within the nonprofit arena or within a mission-driven organization is preferable.
• Deep understanding of the nonprofit sector and its unique challenges and opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to drive innovation and growth.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with an ability to articulate a clear, compelling vision.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large and complex operating budgets.

Responsibilities:

• To achieve SRA’s broader reach and impact, the CEO will lead efforts to reimagine and catalyze the organization’s development strategy with a focus on revenue diversification and sustainability.
• Partnering with SRA’s Board of Directors and staff leadership, the CEO will be expected to bring SRA’s vision to life for long term impact.
• Building on its rich history, setting a clear vision for the organization's future is essential.
• With a focus on transparency and accountability, the CEO is expected to elevate SRA’s financial acumen to ensure the organization’s fiscal health and sustainability.
• As the organization’s top thought leader and brand ambassador, the CEO will champion SRA’s external relations and brand presence.
• The SRA CEO is responsible for hiring, developing, managing, and supporting a high-performing team.
• SRA’s CEO will be energized to evaluate and evolve the necessary organizational infrastructure, systems, and processes.
• SRA’s CEO will champion the adoption of innovative technologies to enhance the organization's operations, outreach, and impact.