Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Nonprofit

National Council of Jewish Women; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan with employer matching

Life and disability insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Job summary

National Council of Jewish Women in St. Louis is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization, shape strategy, and inspire staff and hundreds of volunteers toward social and economic justice.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in senior management, deep understanding of Jewish organizations, proven fundraising expertise, tech fluency, and a collaborative leadership style aligned with NCJWSTL’s mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of senior management experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Significant fund development experience with emphasis on diversification of funding and sustainability.
• Exceptional understanding of Jewish organizations, traditions and culture, preferably in the St. Louis area.
• Proficiency with technology and ability to work with staff and board to improve productivity and collaboration tools.
• Ability to navigate conflict and take action in disagreements.
• Proven advocate who understands the use of advocacy in the nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategy: Translate NCJWSTL’s mission and priorities into clear goals and sustainable operations.
• Leadership & Governance: Partner with the Board to ensure fiduciary oversight and strategic focus.
• Financial Sustainability: Lead diversified revenue strategies and donor relationships.
• Organizational Performance: Oversee budgeting, risk management, programs, and partnerships.
• People & Culture: Build a collaborative, accountable culture with staff and volunteers.
• Programs & Advocacy: Oversee programs, advocacy, partnerships, and strategic initiatives.
• Community Engagement: Serve as an ambassador to partners, funders, and stakeholders.
• National Engagement: Represent NCJWSTL within the national NCJW network.

Skills

Senior management

Nonprofit experience

Fund development

Technology proficiency

Conflict navigation

Advocacy

Job description

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Nonprofit

Location: St. Louis, MO

For more than 130 years, our client, National Council of Jewish Women, has transformed Jewish values into meaningful action, advancing social and economic justice for women, children, and families. As a volunteer-driven organization at the forefront of social change, they bring together passionate members, dedicated staff, community partners, and an engaged Board to create lasting impact.

Our client is now seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and possibility. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the CEO will shape strategic direction, strengthen organizational performance and financial sustainability, cultivate community trust, and inspire a talented team and hundreds of committed volunteers. With a new home, deep community relationships, and a strong foundation for the future, this is an opportunity to build on a remarkable legacy while helping define what comes next.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture:

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation of $110,000 - $140,000 depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

To thrive as the CEO, you should have:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ senior management experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment. Brings to the job the qualities of a senior leader, including superior personnel management skills, strategic thinking, and strong leadership presence, judgment, and credibility.
• Must have exceptional understanding of Jewish organizations, traditions and culture, preferably in the St. Louis area.
• Significant fund development experience with emphasis on diversification of funding and building sustainability.
• Proficiency with technology and ability to work with staff and board to assess and improve productivity, fundraising and collaboration tools.
• Must be able to navigate conflict and take action even when there is disagreement.
• Proficient advocate who understands the use of advocacy in the nonprofit environment.

Your responsibilities as the CEO will include:

• Strategy: Lead organizational strategy and change, translating NCJWSTL’s mission, Jewish values, and strategic priorities into clear goals, measurable outcomes, and sustainable operations.
• Leadership & Governance: Partner with the Board President and Board of Directors to ensure effective governance, fiduciary oversight, strategic focus, leadership development, and long-term sustainability.
• Financial Sustainability: Lead a diversified revenue strategy across individual giving, grants, events, corporate and foundation partnerships, planned giving, and membership engagement, while cultivating key donor relationships.
• Organizational Performance: Oversee budgeting, financial planning, risk management, resource allocation, programs, partnerships, and The Resale Shop to ensure strong stewardship, mission alignment, financial sustainability, and measurable impact.
• People & Culture: Build and lead a collaborative, accountable culture that empowers staff and volunteers with the direction, resources, feedback, and authority needed to succeed.
• Programs & Advocacy: Provide executive oversight of programs, advocacy, partnerships, and strategic initiatives, ensuring they advance NCJWSTL’s priorities and commitment to social and economic justice.
• Community Engagement: Serve as a visible ambassador for NCJWSTL, building strong relationships with community partners, civic leaders, funders, Jewish organizations, advocacy coalitions, media, and other key stakeholders.
• National Engagement: Represent and strengthen NCJWSTL’s voice and influence within the national NCJW network while connecting national priorities and opportunities to the organization’s work in St. Louis.

Help Shape What Comes Next.

If you’re a visionary, values-driven leader ready to turn a legacy of service into the next chapter of meaningful impact, NCJWSTL invites you to bring your voice, experience, and leadership to the table. Join a passionate community of staff, volunteers, members, and partners working together to advance social and economic justice and create lasting change for women, children, and families.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.