Executive Director

Gastric Cancer Foundation; California (MO); Remote; USD 340,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gastric Cancer Foundation seeks an Executive Director to lead its operations and strategic initiatives. This full-time remote role demands significant experience in management and fundraising within a non-profit environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for improving the lives of those affected by gastric cancer and a proven track record in donor relations and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in management, marketing, and fundraising in a non-profit setting.
• Experience in donor cultivation and grant writing.
• Comfortable working across disciplines with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GCF's operations, including administrative and program management.
• Lead fundraising efforts and cultivate donor relationships.
• Execute marketing and community engagement activities.

Skills

Management

Marketing

Fundraising

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Title:Executive Director

Location: Remote

Start Date: Q4 2025

Position: Full time/Flexible

Overview

Gastric Cancer Foundation (GCF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by gastric (stomach) cancer and supporting leading researchers to find a cure. To date GCF has funded over $4 million in grants to researchers across the United States and in partnership with Stanford University, it supports the Gastric Cancer Registry, the world’s largest and most diverse database focused on gastric cancer. www.gastriccancer.org

Responsibilities

The Executive Director is the key management leader of GCF, reporting to the Board of Directors. This role is responsible for all aspects of the organization’s operations, including administration, program management and development/execution of the strategic plan, fundraising, financial reporting, marketing and community outreach. Specific responsibilities include:

Leadership, Financial and Strategic Planning

·Establishment of operating policies and procedures.

·Execution of GCF operations, including banking, database management, and audit support.

·Implementation of GCF programs, including coordination of grant review and reporting processes, and contracting with grant recipients and their institutions.

·Presentation of annual budget and quarterly financial statements to the Board of Directors.

·Participation in strategic planning with the Board of Directors.

Fundraising and Development

·Development of relationships with individual donors and sponsor organizations including biopharmaceutical companies.

·Serving as chief fundraiser for the organization, cultivating relationships with current and prospective donors, foundations and partners.

·Ensuring the financial sustainability of the organization through grants, major gifts, individual giving and partnerships.

·Management of annual fundraising drive, including direct-mail and social media campaigns.

Marketing and Community Engagement

·Execution of marketing and communications activities.

·Representing the organization in public forums, conferences and stakeholder meetings.

·Management of GCF website and social media, working with contractors to update content on a regular basis.

Requirements

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years prior experience in management, marketing and fundraising in a non-profit setting. Must be comfortable working across disciplines and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, grant writing and strategic fundraising is essential. The position requires resourcefulness, creative thinking and a passion for finding a cure for cancer. Some exposure to the science of cancer research and pharmaceuticals is a plus but not required.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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