Executive Director

Bishop & Company, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Benefits package included

Job summary

Hawaii Parkinson Association is seeking a mission-driven Executive Director to lead statewide efforts and advance the organization’s mission across the Hawaiian Islands.

As chief leader, you will drive fundraising, community engagement, and public advocacy, while partnering with the Board of Directors to set strategy, manage finances, and grow programs that support people living with Parkinson's disease and their families. Residency in Honolulu is required with occasional interisland travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years nonprofit fundraising, community relations, executive leadership, or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated success building donor relationships and securing financial support.
• Strong background in partnership development, public engagement, and relationship management.
• Experience leading strategic planning and organizational initiatives.
• Financial and budget oversight experience.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for mission-driven work and community impact.
• Knowledge of Parkinson's Disease or related healthcare communities is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising, donor development, and stewardship activities.
• Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities, sponsorships, and community partnerships.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors on strategic priorities and governance matters.
• Oversee budgeting, financial management, and organizational performance.
• Represent HPA at community events, meetings, and public engagements.
• Expand volunteer recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts.
• Provide leadership for programs, special events, and outreach initiatives.
• Foster relationships with healthcare providers, nonprofits, corporations, and community stakeholders.
• Support long-term organizational growth and mission advancement.

Skills

Fundraising

Community relations

Executive leadership

Donor relations

Partnerships

Strategic planning

Financial oversight

Budgeting

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hawaii Parkinson Association (HPA) Statewide Leadership Opportunity | Hawai\u00fc

Bishop & Company is recruiting on behalf of the Hawaii Parkinson Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by Parkinson's Disease across the Hawaiian Islands.

Lead a Mission That Matters

The Hawaii Parkinson Association is seeking a community-minded leader who is passionate about making a difference. This is a unique opportunity to guide an organization that serves as a trusted resource, advocate, and connector for Hawaii's Parkinson's community.

As Executive Director, you'll help shape the organization's future by building relationships, growing community support, strengthening fundraising efforts, and partnering with the Board of Directors to advance HPA's mission statewide.

Why Join HPA?

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout Hawai\u00fc
• Lead a respected nonprofit with a strong reputation and committed volunteer network
• Build partnerships across healthcare, business, nonprofit, and community sectors
• Help drive organizational growth and long-term sustainability
• Work alongside an engaged Board dedicated to the mission
• Competitive benefits package plus bonus opportunity tied to organizational goals

The Opportunity

The Executive Director serves as the organization's chief leader, fundraiser, and public representative. This individual will oversee day-to-day operations while driving strategic initiatives that expand awareness, engagement, and support for those living with Parkinson's Disease.

What You'll Do

• Lead fundraising, donor development, and stewardship activities
• Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities, sponsorships, and community partnerships
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors on strategic priorities and governance matters
• Oversee budgeting, financial management, and organizational performance
• Represent HPA at community events, meetings, and public engagements
• Expand volunteer recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts
• Provide leadership for programs, special events, and outreach initiatives
• Foster relationships with healthcare providers, nonprofits, corporations, and community stakeholders
• Support long-term organizational growth and mission advancement

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required
• Five or more years of nonprofit fundraising, community relations, executive leadership, or comparable experience
• Demonstrated success building donor relationships and securing financial support
• Strong background in partnership development, public engagement, and relationship management
• Experience leading strategic planning and organizational initiatives
• Financial and budget oversight experience
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Passion for mission-driven work and community impact
• Knowledge of Parkinson's Disease or related healthcare communities is helpful but not required
• Location: Honolulu, Hawaii residency required; occasional interisland and mainland travel anticipated
• Schedule: Full-time with flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed
• Hybrid

$75,000-$90,000 annual salary, depending on qualifications and experience, plus performance-based bonus opportunity.

Comprehensive benefits package included.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran