Executive Director

The role

The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership to advance Make-A-Day's mission. This role involves partnering with the Board of Directors, leading programs, strengthening fundraising, and overseeing financial and organizational operations.

What you will do

• Execute the Board's strategic direction and lead multi-year and annual planning
• Oversee the Stabilize, Restore, and Advance service model
• Develop and manage the volunteer program
• Lead fundraising efforts across grants, sponsorships, individual giving, and special events
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, funders, sponsors, public agencies, and community partners
• Develop and manage the annual budget, cash flow, financial reporting, internal controls, and 501(c)(3) compliance
• Hire, supervise, and develop staff and support AmeriCorps VISTA members
• Establish performance measures and KPI dashboards
• Represent MAD in community coalitions, policy discussions, and media engagement
• Create leadership and service opportunities for individuals with lived experience

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, nonprofit leadership, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in social services, housing, health, or a related human services field
• 5+ years of staff supervision experience, including managing other people managers
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, grant compliance, fundraising, and grant writing
• Strong leadership, management, and communication skills
• Knowledge of housing, health, behavioral health, and justice systems in Franklin County
• Experience managing volunteer programs, community partnerships, data collection, and outcomes measurement
• Comfortable working in nontraditional environments, including streets, parks, and encampments
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation

Nice to have

• Graduate degree such as an MPA, MSW, or related credential
• Knowledge of human services public policy, Medicaid, criminal justice, mental health, substance use services, overdose prevention, or trauma-informed practices
• Lived experience or experience serving individuals facing homelessness or other marginalized communities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 50% of the employee premium covered
• 401(k) with automatic 3% enrollment
• Unlimited vacation
• 13 paid holidays
• Semi-flexible schedule
• Hybrid work
• Training and development opportunities

About the company

Make-A-Day works to empower Central Ohio neighbors facing homelessness and economic instability through outreach, advocacy, community partnerships, and essential services.