CEO, Mission‑Driven Nonprofit & Foundation Leader

Talantir; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 327,000 - 426,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Sacramento and Northern California is seeking a visionary President & CEO to lead the organization and its affiliated UCP Foundation. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will set strategic direction, ensure financial sustainability, and guide program delivery for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

The role demands deep nonprofit governance experience, fundraising leadership, and a proven ability to build diverse, high-performing teams;

Qualifications

• Significant executive leadership experience in a nonprofit, healthcare, or related mission-driven organization.
• Proven success partnering with Boards of Directors and leading complex organizations.
• Strong financial management and strategic planning experience.
• Track record in fundraising, donor engagement, and relationship development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for UCP and the UCP Foundation.
• Partner with the Board of Directors to set priorities and ensure mission impact.
• Oversee program delivery, regulatory compliance, and financial sustainability.
• Serve as chief spokesperson and advocate within the region; lead senior leadership.

Skills

Board partnership

Financial stewardship

Fundraising leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Disability services experience

Job description

Unified Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Sacramento and Northern California is seeking a visionary President & CEO to lead the organization and its affiliated UCP Foundation. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will set strategic direction, ensure financial sustainability, and guide program delivery for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

The role demands deep nonprofit governance experience, fundraising leadership, and a proven ability to build diverse, high-performing teams;