AgeOptions – Senior Vice President, Strategic Finance & Grant Administration

Maneva Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

AgeOptions seeks an Executive Director to lead the organization’s mission of improving the quality of life for older adults served across suburban Cook County. The role combines strategic vision with hands-on oversight of finance, grants administration, facilities, IT, and risk management, reporting directly to the CEO.

The position is hybrid with travel across Chicago-area locales (about 20%). Salary range is $150,000–$165,000 annually plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strategic financial leadership experience.
• Experience with grants management and nonprofit operations.

Responsibilities

• Strategic direction and executive oversight for finance, grants administration, facilities, information technology, and risk management.
• Reports to the CEO and serves on the Executive Leadership Team.

Job description

Organizational Overview: AgeOptions

AgeOptions is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization headquartered in Oak Park, Illinois, serving as the Area Agency on Aging for suburban Cook County. Dedicated to improving the quality of life and maintaining the dignity of older adults and those who care for them, the organization’s mission is to innovate, partner, and advocate to strengthen communities so people can thrive as they age.

Operating with an annual budget of approximately $39 million, an internal administrative budget of approximately $10 million, and a dedicated staff of about 85 employees, AgeOptions works closely with a network of community partners to connect older adults with vital resources. The organization funds, coordinates, and delivers a wide range of essential services, including nutrition programs, meal kits, caregiver support, and benefits enrollment assistance.

Position Summary: Executive Director

The Senior Vice President, Strategic Finance & Grant Administration (SVP) serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, providing strategic direction and executive oversight for AgeOptions’ finance, grant operations/administration, facilities, information technology, and risk management functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the SVP leads a total team of 9 staff members—including 2 direct reports—and serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors, driving financial stewardship, organizational performance, and long-term sustainability in support of the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.

Location, Compensation and Benefits

Roles at AgeOptions are hybrid and include work at the office, in the field and from a remote location (which can be your home). 3 days in the office or field is standard practice and can include regular travel throughout Chicago, suburban Cook County and potentially collar counties areas. This role will travel within suburban Cook County on a regular basis and travel outside of Cook County on an occasional basis. Travel is about 20% of the role.

The compensation range for this role is $150,000-$165,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.