Hybrid Executive Director

Posted 2 months ago

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About the role

  • Executive Director for OutYouth guiding strategic direction and supporting LGBTQIA+ community in Austin, Texas. Overseeing operations, fundraising, and community relationships in a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the organization’s strategic direction in collaboration with the Board and staff, ensuring alignment with OutYouth’s mission and long-term vision.
  • Serve as the primary spokesperson, representing OutYouth to the community, partners, donors, and media.
  • Provide transparent and timely communication to the Board, enabling effective governance and decision-making.
  • Anticipate community needs and emerging trends to guide innovation and programmatic growth.
  • Strengthen organizational infrastructure and systems to support sustainable expansion.
  • Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of programs that advance OutYouth’s mission and demonstrate measurable community impact.
  • Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across program areas.
  • Ensure programs are informed by youth voices and responsive to community needs.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing, diverse team that reflects OutYouth’s values and commitment to equity.
  • Provide mentorship, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
  • Maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture that encourages collaboration and accountability.
  • Lead comprehensive fundraising and resource development efforts to ensure financial health and long-term sustainability.
  • Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and government partners.
  • Work with the Board and Finance Director to develop, manage, and monitor annual budgets and financial reports.
  • Ensure sound fiscal practices, accountability, and compliance across all areas of operation.
  • Partner with the Board Chair and committees to advance strategic priorities, fundraising efforts, and organizational oversight.
  • Support effective governance by preparing reports, facilitating meetings, and implementing board decisions.
  • Assist with Board recruitment, orientation, and ongoing development to ensure a diverse, engaged, and skilled governing body.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with community organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and corporate partners.
  • Represent OutYouth as a trusted leader and advocate for LGBTQIA+ youth at local, regional, and national levels.
  • Promote visibility and awareness of OutYouth’s mission, programs, and impact.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent leadership experience.
  • Minimum of 5–8 years of nonprofit management experience, including fiscal oversight and staff supervision.
  • Demonstrated success leading growth, fundraising, and strategic initiatives.
  • Proven success in fundraising and resource development.
  • Strong leadership, strategic planning, and organizational management skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead through growth and change.
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace; familiarity with donor or CRM databases preferred.
  • Commitment to OutYouth’s mission and values, with a deep understanding of LGBTQIA+ communities.
  • Must pass a criminal and motor vehicle violations background check.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance base plan paid at 100%.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with up to 3% employer match.
  • Four weeks of paid vacation, congruent with the established organization schedule.
  • Additional paid time off by request.
  • Annual professional development stipend.

Job title

Executive Director

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$115,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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