Volunteer New York! Executive Director

THE ORGANIZATION:

Volunteer New York!’s mission is to mobilize our community to address its greatest challenges. We envision a community that is vibrant, resilient, and equitable and see volunteerism and civic engagement as important and powerful strategies to achieving this vision. Volunteer New York! is a one-stop resource devoted to increasing volunteerism in Westchester and our surrounding communities.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Volunteer New York! is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This is an exciting opportunity to champion civic engagement, mobilize volunteers, and expand the organization’s impact across the region. As the face of Volunteer New York! in the community, the Executive Director will drive its mission forward, empowering individuals, strengthening nonprofits, and fostering a culture of service.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide visionary leadership, ensuring the organization's continued growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence. A passionate mobilizer and results-oriented changemaker, the ED will lead a dedicated team, cultivate key partnerships, and advance fundraising efforts to expand Volunteer New York!’s reach and impact.

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, is energized by building relationships, and is deeply committed to strengthening communities through volunteerism. Volunteer New York has an operating budget of $1.7 million and a staff of 16 talented professionals.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Mission Execution & Strategic Growth

• Volunteer New York! is 2.5 years into a five-year strategic plan. Lead VOLUNTEER NEW YORK! through the plan ensuring continued impact while refreshing the blueprint for future growth.
• Expand the organization's reach by engaging with nonprofit, corporate, civic, and philanthropic leaders to strengthen partnerships and increase visibility.
• Serve as the lead relationship builder and fundraiser, cultivating major donors and new supporters with a compelling case for support.

Brand, Advocacy, Storytelling and Fundraising

• Serve as the primary spokesperson, advocating for volunteerism and civic engagement through public speaking, media appearances, conferences, and digital platforms.
• Develop compelling, data-driven narratives that highlight Volunteer New York!’s unique role in the regional nonprofit and volunteer ecosystem.
• Engage in civic and governmental activities to position Volunteer New York! as a leader in community service and impact.
• Drive revenue growth by implementing a diversified fundraising strategy, identifying new revenue channels, leveraging individual giving, corporate sponsorships, grants, planned giving, and fee-based programs.
• Cultivate and deepen relationships with the volunteers to ensure they have a great experience and engage with other parts of the organization.

Operational Excellence & Organizational Development

• Strengthen internal systems, including financial management, human resources, and impact measurement, to align with the organization’s size, scope, and growth trajectory.
• Build and maintain an effective organizational structure, attracting and retaining a high-performing, diverse team while fostering a collaborative and mission-driven culture.
• Develop and implement a leadership pipeline and succession plan to ensure organizational sustainability and knowledge transfer.
• Leverage technology to expand engagement, track impact, and improve program delivery through data collection and performance metrics. Implement digital transformation strategies to enhance volunteer engagement, operational efficiency, and fundraising efforts.
• Identify and mitigate organizational risks, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and financial regulations while maintaining the trust of stakeholders.

Board Leadership & Governance

• Provide strategic leadership to execute Volunteer New York!’s mission in alignment with the Board of Directors' vision.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board, ensuring timely, accurate, and comprehensive communication for informed decision-making.
• Enhance board governance structures and operational practices to improve efficiency, decision-making, and strategic oversight.
• Foster a strong partnership with the Board to enhance governance and engagement.

Financial Leadership

• Ensure the fiscal integrity of Volunteer New York! through sound financial management, budget oversight, and accurate reporting.
• Partner with the Development team to continue to diversify funding through new programs, and deepening relationships with the community to build sustainable revenue streams.

This is an opportunity for a visionary, results-driven leader to build on Volunteer New York!’s success and shape the next chapter of its strategic impact.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Seven or more years of successful senior nonprofit, corporate or governmental management experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to community service and volunteerism, evidencing a belief that everyone can serve, volunteering is transformational, and that relationships matter.
• Ability to recognize talent and build strong teams.
• Ability to interface and collaborate with, engage and motivate Board of Directors, diverse volunteer and donor groups and staff Including ability to convey a vision of Volunteer New York!’s long-term strategy.
• Excellent communicator with strong public speaking ability, exceptional presentation and writing skills and the ability to inspire and influence through multiple communication platforms across wide range of audiences at all levels.
• Key connector to leadership in all sectors including government, nonprofit, business and civic domains
• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to the nonprofit sector.
• Ability to represent Volunteer New York's mission and business interests on an international, national, state, and local level.
• Track record of leveraging innovation and technologies to support growth and create operational efficiencies.
• Track record of community-minded leadership, serving on boards of directors, demonstrating a commitment to building external relationships that benefit Volunteer New York!’s brand and reputation.
• Demonstrated and well-developed project management skills and abilities – creating and establishing systems/processes/analytics.
• Proven ability to drive change – effective change management leader who builds trust and actively supports the team through change, leading by example.
• An ideal combination of experience includes both structured organizations that have strong, successful systems already in place as well as in smaller environments that need structure and systems but are more creative and agile in nature.
• Sufficiently proficient in technology to understand its importance in connecting with volunteers and nonprofits, measuring impact, facilitating giving and enabling innovation.
• Education + Certifications: Bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degrees and/or certifications are desirable.

The annual salary range for this full-time position is $135,000-150,000 plus benefits. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to the team below.

MISSION CRITICAL OBJECTIVES | YEAR ONE

• Deeply Understand Volunteer New York! – Gain a comprehensive understanding of Volunteer New York!’s programs, staff, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders while building strong relationships with community partners, businesses, and nonprofit leaders.
• Enhance Operational Performance – Evaluate internal operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, innovation, and overall effectiveness.
• Strengthen Strategic Partnerships & Funding – Expand and diversify revenue streams by cultivating new partnerships with corporate, nonprofit, and philanthropic stakeholders.
• Assess and Strengthen the Team – Evaluate team structure, address any gaps, and ensure all roles are filled to support high-quality program delivery.
• Lead with Stability and Vision – Navigate challenges with steady, mission-driven leadership, fostering a culture of adaptability, resilience, and optimism.

Submit your resume and cover letter using the "quick apply" link at the top of the page.