Nonprofit Executive Director Jobs & CEO Opportunities

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Sample Nonprofit Executive Director & C‑Suite Roles

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Executive Director – Education Nonprofit

Organization Type: Education & Youth Development | Location: New York, NY | Sample Salary Range: $125,000–$155,000

Leading education nonprofit seeks experienced Executive Director to oversee $5M+ budget, manage 25+ staff, and drive strategic growth. Requires 10+ years nonprofit leadership experience with proven fundraising success.

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CEO – Healthcare Nonprofit Organization

Organization Type: Healthcare & Community Health | Location: San Francisco, CA | Sample Salary Range: $180,000–$225,000

Established healthcare nonprofit with $15M budget seeks visionary CEO to lead strategic expansion, strengthen community partnerships, and drive health equity initiatives. Board governance and major gifts experience required.

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Chief Development Officer – Social Services

Organization Type: Social Services & Human Services | Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid) | Sample Salary Range: $140,000–$170,000

National social services organization seeks CDO to lead $8M fundraising program, manage development team of 8, and cultivate major donor relationships. Strong foundation and corporate partnership experience essential.

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Remote Executive Director – Environmental Nonprofit

Organization Type: Environmental Conservation | Location: Remote (US-based) | Sample Salary Range: $110,000–$145,000

Growing environmental organization seeks remote Executive Director to lead distributed team of 15, manage $3M budget, and drive climate action campaigns. Digital leadership and distributed team management experience required.


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