Executive Director

Skywalk Group; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Young Parent Network (YPN) in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, oversee operations, and drive fundraising and partnerships with the Board and community. This role focuses on growth, sustainability, and measurable family outcomes.

The ED will guide a mission-driven team, steward resources, and engage donors to sustain a high-impact program supporting prenatal and parenting services across Eastern Iowa.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit, social services, healthcare, education, community development, or related field.
• Experience developing community partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with boards, staff, donors, and community leaders.
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience.
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, problem-solving, and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership by executing the organization’s vision, identifying growth opportunities, and partnering with the Board of Directors to advance long-term goals and community impact.
• Lead fundraising and revenue development efforts, including donor engagement, corporate partnerships, foundation support, and strategies that strengthen and diversify funding sources.
• Serve as the organization’s primary community ambassador, building strong relationships with stakeholders, representing the organization at public events, and advocating for families throughout Eastern Iowa.
• Develop and inspire a high-performing team by coaching staff, fostering a collaborative culture, promoting accountability, and aligning efforts with the organization’s mission and values.
• Oversee financial and operational performance, including budget management, resource stewardship, compliance, organizational sustainability, and data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Partnerships

Board relations

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Executive Director Young Parent Network (YPN) | Cedar Rapids, IA

Young Parent Network (YPN) is actively seeking a visionary and collaborative Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth, sustainability, and community impact.

The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership, oversee organizational operations, cultivate community partnerships, guide fundraising efforts, and ensure that YPN continues to deliver meaningful outcomes for the families it serves. This is an opportunity for a passionate leader who is energized by strengthening communities, developing high-performing teams, engaging donors and stakeholders, and advancing a mission-centered culture.

As a small-to-mid-sized nonprofit organization, this role offers a unique blend of strategic leadership and hands‑on involvement. It’s an excellent opportunity for an experienced nonprofit leader or senior leader ready to take the next step.

About YPN

Founded in 1985, YPN has served the Cedar Rapids community by creating a network of support through education, resources, and advocacy that builds confidence, personal accountability, and stronger outcomes for families.

Through prenatal and parenting support, home visitation services, father engagement programs, multilingual family services and more, YPN empowers families to thrive.

YPN is known for its passionate, mission-driven culture and highly engaged team. Employees are collaborative, supportive, and deeply committed to making a difference. This is a unique opportunity to join an organization with a strong foundation, outstanding reputation, and a team that genuinely feels like family. In addition to meaningful work, employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and a supportive workplace committed to employee well-being and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership by executing the organization’s vision, identifying growth opportunities, and partnering with the Board of Directors to advance long-term goals and community impact


• Lead fundraising and revenue development efforts, including donor engagement, corporate partnerships, foundation support, and strategies that strengthen and diversify funding sources


• Serve as the organization’s primary community ambassador, building strong relationships with stakeholders, representing the organization at public events, and advocating for families throughout Eastern Iowa


• Develop and inspire a high-performing team by coaching staff, fostering a collaborative culture, promoting accountability, and aligning efforts with the organization’s mission and values


• Oversee financial and operational performance, including budget management, resource stewardship, compliance, organizational sustainability, and data-driven decision-making

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered


• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in a nonprofit, social services, healthcare, education, community development, or related field


• Demonstrated success leading teams and managing organizational operations


• Experience developing community partnerships and stakeholder relationships


• Proven ability to communicate effectively with boards, staff, donors, and community leaders


• Strong financial management and budgeting experience


• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, problem‑solving, and financial acumen

Preferred Qualifications

• Executive Director, CEO, President, Vice President, or senior leadership experience within a nonprofit organization


• Successful fundraising and donor development experience


• Experience working with board of directors and governance structures


• Knowledge of family support services, early childhood programs, public health, human services, or community-based programming


• Grant management and grant‑writing experience

This is an opportunity to lead a respected organization with a strong local reputation, dedicated staff, and a mission that creates lasting change in the community.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and other terms of employment, are made based on qualifications, abilities, and performance, without regard to membership of a protected class and in compliance of federal, state, and/or local laws.