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OVERVIEW

Partnership for

Public Health Chief Executive Officer Organization:

The Partnership for Public Health (PPH) is a regional nonprofit organization that operates population health and safety programs to improve the health of individuals and communities in the region it serves. Created in 2005 as a collaborative organization serving the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, PPH has grown in size and scope to address the public health needs of residents in Belknap, Merrimack, and Carroll Counties. PPH funds its services through grants, contracts, and gifts from state and local partners and fundraising activities. In 2025, its revenues were $2.1 million, and its budget and services flex to respond to emerging public health and safety needs and available funding. The organization employes 25-30 people, most of whom work from its sole business office in Laconia, NH. The organization owns its own building and manages the building through a related non-profit called Partnership Properties. The organization is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors of 8-12 people who meet at least monthly with the CEO to review organizational activities and discuss opportunities.

The Search:

The Board of the Partnership for Public Health seeks a Chief Executive Officer who will serve as a community collaborator and lead the organization into the future. The ideal candidate must have an understanding of public health initiatives, experience in nonprofit management, the ability to lead a small team of public health professionals, and the ability to work effectively with a volunteer Board of Directors and with a wide range of community and non-profit leaders to identify and address emerging issues of public health importance. Because the organization is dependent on funding from a broad range of government and private entities, the successful candidate should have experience in grant procurement and management and serve as the face of the organization in public presentations. The candidate should also have skills in overseeing the financial management of the organization. Finally, the successful candidate will be a strategic thinker who is able to identify and guide the team toward emerging public health programmatic and funding opportunities and who will design internal systems to efficiently service those community needs.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The CEO is responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, and management of the Partnership for Public Health. Working with and reporting to the Board of Directors, the role involves ensuring the organization's mission is fulfilled through strategic planning, program selection and implementation, community engagement, and prudent stewardship of the organization's human and financial resources.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Strategic Leadership

• Working with the Board, develop and implement a comprehensive and sustainable strategic plan aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Develop and articulate a clear vision for the organization that communicates the organization's mission to internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscapes to identify opportunities and threats and propose solutions that advance the mission of the organization.
• Assemble a team of qualified personnel to supervise and oversee various departments involved in finance, program implementation, human resource management, and communication
• Organize, motivate, and mentor internal team leaders to expand the organization's impact and fulfill its mission
• Develop and foster a culture that encourages communication between and among departments, assists in expanding employee skills, and expands the impact of the organization Board/Governance Relations
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to develop strategies, budgets, policies, and systems that support efficient and effective resource management
• Maintain regular and ongoing communications with the board to build strong relationships and support informed and timely decision making
• Regularly report to the Board of Directors regarding program impact, performance and financial updates Financial Management
• Assume responsibility for the overall fiscal integrity of the organization and ensure the financial sustainability of the organization
• Work with the financial staff and the Board to design an annual budget that reflects prudent resource allocation and utilization
• Oversee financial matters within budget guidelines and state and federal regulations
• Report regularly to the Executive/Finance Committee and the Board regarding the financial position of the organization Grant Seeking, Compliance and Reporting
• Write grant applications/proposals in response to requests for proposals that are related to projects and activities that assist the organization in fulfilling its mission.
• Work with grantor officers and organizations to assure that the work of the grants and awards is aligned and compliant with grantor expectations.
• Conduct and oversee accurate and timely reporting on grant activities as outlined by grant contracts.
• Report to the Board regularly on the status of grants and grant opportunities. External Relations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including donors, funders, government entities and community partners and leaders
• Serve as the face of the organization to the public and represent the organization at public events, conferences, and potential funders/supporters
• Cultivate partnerships and collaborations within the community and the state to advance the organization's mission Fund Development
• Identify, cultivate and solicit major donors and grants
• Oversee fundraising and other fund development activities
• Seek grant opportunities and write and submit applications for funding opportunities that align with the organization's mission and strategic plan

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred, in a healthcare, public health, or management area. Equivalent business experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five years of organizational operations experience in a senior leadership role preferably in a nonprofit/social service or health service environment
• Experience in financial management, accounting, human resources, and IT systems desirable

Note:

This position is full-time, on-site in Laconia, NH, with some travel within New Hampshire required. The position is accountable to the Board of Directors.

Pay:

$108,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person