Chief Executive Officer

Exponents; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponents is seeking its next Chief Executive Officer to serve as the primary leader and strategist, expanding a history of improving health outcomes for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, incarceration, and behavioral health challenges. Reporting to the Board, the CEO will advocate passionately for communities served and drive long-term sustainability through diverse fundraising.

This role demands emotional intelligence, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a nonprofit organization.
• Track record of successful fundraising across diverse revenue streams.
• Strong strategic vision and ability to execute.

Responsibilities

• Lead Exponents as chief strategist and external ambassador.
• Oversee fundraising, program sustainability, and stakeholder relations.
• Guide governance, operations, and organizational growth to advance mission.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Strategic planning

Nonprofit governance

Community engagement

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public health, or related field

MBA or MPH preferred

Job description

To support the transition from a long-tenured leader, Exponents is seeking its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) inspired by the mission and ready to build on the organization’s remarkable history of service. The CEO will serve as Exponents’ primary leader and strategist, external champion, community ambassador, and organizational steward, expanding on a strong track record of improving health outcomes and promoting wellness for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, incarceration, and behavioral health challenges.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will be an experienced nonprofit leader who can advocate passionately for the communities Exponents serves. This leader will bring a proven record of fundraising across diverse revenue streams to support effective programming and ensure long-term sustainability. Creative and entrepreneurial, the CEO will bring emotional intelligence, a growth mindset, and the ability to identify opportunities that expand Exponents’ impact and advance its vision of a world without AIDS and equitable treatment of addiction.