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TransitionGuides - Nonprofit Executive Search, Succession and Sustainability Planning

National leaders on executive search, succession & sustainability planning for nonprofits

Helping nonprofit leaders leverage turning points to build organizations that are stronger, more vibrant, and of greater service.

  • Succession Planning - We help clients anticipate and address changes in leadership that can make or break an organization. Read more.
  • Executive Search for CEO and Senior Managers - With deep expertise and a wealth of contacts in the nonprofit world, we find diverse, exceptional leaders who invigorate organizations. Read more.
  • Transition Management - Ensuring a smooth transition is just as important as hiring the right person. Our decades of experience will help you do both. Read more.
  • Organizational Sustainability - We help leaders identify and address challenges and build organizations that are enduring community assets. Read more.

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Nonprofit Executive Searches

TransitionGuides is current conducting executive searches for the following positions:


Clear View School - Executive Directorcvs

Location: Briarcliff Manor, New York

The Clear View School (www.clearviewschool.org) is seeking a dynamic leader to assume the executive director role for this 43-year old day treatment programs for children with emotional and behavioral problems. Located on a 17-acre campus 35 miles north of New York City in a beautiful community near the Hudson River, the school currently serves about 115 children from 30 surrounding communities. Professional staff of 65 members, 33-member board and $8 million budget. Click here to read more.


The National Federation of Community Development Credit Unions (Federation) - President/CEOfederation

Location: New York, New York

The National Federation of Community Development Credit Unions (Federation) is seeking a strong and dynamic President/ CEO to lead the organization and its staff of 16 through its next stage of growth and service during this critical time of economic need for communities nationwide.

The CEO reports to the board of directors and carries the full range of responsibilities generally associated with a chief executive officer. These responsibilities include external relationships, strategic planning and priority setting, resource development and organizational management. Click here to read more.

 


Latino Economic Development Corporation - CFOledc_logo

Location: Washington, DC

The Latino Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is seeking an experienced, mission-oriented financial management professional to establish the Chief Financial Officer function at this growing organization. The new CFO will be developing this new function for the entire organization, both significantly upgrading LEDC's internal finance department capacity, as well as enhancing the budgeting and planning skills of managers throughout the organization. Based in Washington, DC, LEDC's operating budget is approximately $3.5 million; it has 33 staff and 10-member board of directors. Click here to read more.


Mental Health Association of Montgomery County - CEOmha

Location: Rockville, Maryland

The Mental Health Association of Montgomery County (MHA) is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial mental health or human service professional to serve as its next CEO. This position offers the opportunity to build on existing strengths and chart a new strategic direction for this highly respected nonprofit that provides public education, advocacy, and innovative mental health programs. A private, 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Rockville, Maryland that was founded in 1957, MHA has a $4.7 budget and 750 volunteers. In the past year, MHA provided 5,982 clients with ongoing services and 25,986 people with short term services.. Click here to read more.


Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland - mowcm1
Executive Director

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland seeks a multi-talented executive director to build on an exceptional 50+ year track record of helping homebound people in Maryland. The organization is a critical component of services to seniors in their own homes throughout the region, and works closely with other government, health care and social services organizations on behalf of its clients. To read more, CLICK HERE.


National Conference on Citizenship - ncoc

Executive Director

Location: Washington, DC

The National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) seeks a dynamic leader to head this 67-year-old, Congressionally-chartered nonprofit organization focused on expanding civic engagement in the U.S. As a vibrant, non-partisan nonprofit working at the forefront of our nation’s civic life, NCoC (www.ncoc.net) believes everyone has the power to make a difference in how their community and country thrive. Founded in 1946, NCoC was chartered by Congress in 1953 to focus the national patriotic energy and civic involvement that grew out of World War II.  Through the Civic Health Index, Civic100, annual conference as well as other events, research, and reports, NCoC expands our nation’s understanding of what it means to be a citizen. NCoC continuously explores what shapes today’s citizenry, defines the evolving role of the individual in our democracy, and uncovers ways to motivate greater participation. Click here to read more.

 


National Family Caregivers Association - President/CEOnfca

Location: Washington, D.C.

The National Family Caregivers Association seeks an innovative and experienced executive to lead the organization on a successful strategic growth path that will significantly expand its reach and ability to affect the lives of family caregivers.

The National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) envisions an America in which family caregivers lead full and productive lives, free from depression, pain, isolation, and financial distress. CLICK HERE to read more.


NeighborImpact - CEOni_logo

Location: Redmond, Oregon

NeighborImpact is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to build on its 27-year track record of meeting basic human needs for food and shelter. NeighborImpact has a $15 million budget and 188 staff.

To read more, CLICK HERE.


Oregon Food Bank - Chief Executive Officerofb_logo_color

Location: Portland OR

Oregon Food Bank is seeking a collaborative Chief Executive Officer to take this award winning $60M nonprofit organization to the next level.  Building on our 30 year track record of success, OFB and the OFB Network currently provide over 80 million pounds of food to hungry families statewide, and advocates at the local, state and federal levels for policies to end hunger.

Reporting to the board of directors, the CEO has overall responsibility for leading and managing an operation of over 130 employees. The CEO carries out the overall mission of the Food Bank, including strategic planning, financial management, development (fundraising), acquisition and distribution of food, programs and operations, volunteer services, human resource management, community relations, facility and equipment maintenance and safety and all legal compliance. CLICK HERE to read more.

 


South Arts - Executive Directorsa

Location: Atlanta, GA

South Arts seeks a dynamic, multi-talented executive director to build on its exceptional 37-year track record of strengthening the south through advancing excellence in the arts, connecting the arts to key state and national policies, and nurturing a vibrant quality of life.

South Arts, a nonprofit regional arts organization based in Atlanta, GA, was founded in 1975 to build on the South's unique heritage and enhance the public value of the arts.
To read more, CLICK HERE.


South Dakota Voices for Children - Executive Director

sdvLocation: Sioux Falls, SD

South Dakota Voices for Children (SDVC) is seeking a resourceful and respected leader to serve as its next Executive Director. The position offers the opportunity to build on the significant growth this highly regarded nonprofit has experienced over the past decade. SDVC is the only nonprofit, statewide organization that has as its sole purpose improving the lives of all South Dakota children through program and policy advocacy. Click here for more information.


 

News

nsUpcoming Next Steps Workshops

Next Steps - Succession and Sustainability Planning Workshop for Nonprofit Chief Executives

 

 

July 19-20, 2012 – The Annie E. Casey Foundation (Baltimore, MD)
For: Founders and Long-Term Executives
To Register or see the Next Steps Flyer