A Non-Profit Executive Director provides senior level leadership to a non-profit organization focused on policy, political advocacy, or social program development.
Minds Matter Colorado connects driven, high-achieving high school students from low-income families with the mentoring, coaching, and college-readiness support they need to succeed in college and launch fulfilling careers. Founded in 2004, MMCO's three-year program provides mentoring, college and career coaching, weekly readiness curriculum, summer campus experiences, and guaranteed college acceptance through partnerships, all at no cost to students. For 20+ years, 100% of MMCO seniors have been admitted to a four-year college with scholarship support.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Lead a $1.2M organization of 4 staff plus the ED, serving 110 students across 15 partner high schools with 190+ volunteers Guide creation and execution of a multi-year strategic plan to grow to 200 students served by FY 2030 while protecting program quality Directly manage, cultivate, and solicit a portfolio of 25 major donors, and diversify revenue beyond the signature annual event Build a strong internal culture, prioritizing staff retention, development, and wellbeing Partner with the Board of Directors, Associate Board, and Board of Trustees on governance, engagement, and resource development
EXPECTATIONS
Within 15 Days Meet with the Board Chair, Board of Directors, and all 4 staff members Review the current strategic plan, budget, and major donor portfolio Attend a Monday night program session and connect with the Director of Advancement Within 30 Days Begin cultivating relationships within the 25-donor major gift portfolio Assess partnerships across the 15 partner high schools and volunteer base Engage with the Associate Board and Board of Trustees as staff liaison Within 60 Days Take ownership of the multi-year strategic plan toward the 200-student FY 2030 goal Present initial fundraising and revenue-diversification priorities to the Board Establish a cadence for staff development and organizational culture initiatives
NEED TO HAVE
Leadership Experience:
Progressive senior-level leadership managing and growing a performance/outcomes-based department, organization, or enterprise, preferably in education, nonprofit, or philanthropy
Local Network:
Established relationships across the Denver metro and Colorado philanthropic, education, business, and civic communities
Fundraising:
Proven track record and passion for fundraising, including donor retention, cultivation of new donors, and driving revenue diversification
Board Partnership:
Track record of earning trust and retaining teams while working in genuine partnership with a board
Communication:
Exceptional oral and written communication, adaptable across diverse constituencies
Budget Management:
Experience managing budgets and forecasting financial performance
NICE TO HAVE
Change Leadership:
Demonstrated experience leading through organizational change and growth
Student Population:
Experience working with driven students from low-income families
Programmatic Background:
Experience in education, training, curriculum, or the college/career success field
Volunteer Management:
Experience managing or partnering with volunteers
Entrepreneurial Fit:
Thrives in a lean, fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
SCHEDULE
Full-time, hybrid role based in Denver metro Weekly in-office days as agreed with staff Monday night program sessions, donor/partner meetings, and bi-monthly Board meetings
BENEFITS
Base salary: $135,000-$150,000 Unlimited PTO Healthcare insurance Monthly retirement contribution with up to 4% matching Monthly $50 cell phone contribution Professional development allocation (memberships, executive coaching, etc.)
Pay:
$135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What makes you passionate about leading Minds Matter Colorado?
