Executive Director, Animal Welfare & Community Impact

Scion Executive Search; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer-paid disability

Life insurance

PTO and holidays

Personal days

401(k) / Simple IRA with employer3%

Job summary

Pope Memorial SPCA in Concord, NH, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring excellence in animal welfare, financial stewardship, and sustainable growth. The role reports to the Board and guides staff, volunteers, and partners in advancing the organization's mission.

The successful candidate will lead fundraising efforts, strengthen donor relationships, and drive community engagement, while fostering a compassionate, mission-driven culture across all

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business or related field.
• 3+ years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit or animal welfare ideal.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, and governance skills.
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience with fundraising, philanthropy, and community partnerships is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to Pope Memorial SPCA.
• Oversee fundraising, development, and donor stewardship activities.
• Direct budgeting, financial planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead shelter operations, animal welfare programs, and staff development.
• Engage with the board, volunteers, and the community to advance the mission.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Fundraising strategy

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Board collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management/Business

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Pope Memorial SPCA in Concord, NH, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring excellence in animal welfare, financial stewardship, and sustainable growth. The role reports to the Board and guides staff, volunteers, and partners in advancing the organization's mission.

The successful candidate will lead fundraising efforts, strengthen donor relationships, and drive community engagement, while fostering a compassionate, mission-driven culture across all