Executive Director, Animal Welfare & Community Impact

Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord-Merrimack County; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation support

Life insurance (UNUM)

Paid time off after 90 days; vacation/

Simple IRA with 3% employer match

Job summary

Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord-Merrimack County seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership from its Concord, NH location. The role oversees fundraising, financial stewardship, and community engagement while ensuring premier animal welfare and organizational growth.

The ED will partner with the Board, manage senior staff, and advance programs that save lives and strengthen the humane mission across central New Hampshire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business, or related field; minimum three years senior leadership experience.
• Master’s degree preferred; CAWA certification a plus.
• Proven ability to lead organizations through change and growth.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, and facility oversight.
• Experience building relationships with boards, staff, volunteers, and partners.
• Genuine passion for animal welfare, fundraising, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to guide organizational direction and growth.
• Oversee fundraising activities across individual, corporate, foundation giving and events.
• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and ensure fiduciary compliance.
• Direct shelter operations, animal welfare, and medical teams to meet standards.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture among staff and volunteers.
• Represent the organization to the community and stakeholders.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Fundraising

Financial management

Board relations

Public speaking

Staff development

Animal welfare

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management or Business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CAWA certification

Job description

Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord-Merrimack County seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership from its Concord, NH location. The role oversees fundraising, financial stewardship, and community engagement while ensuring premier animal welfare and organizational growth.

The ED will partner with the Board, manage senior staff, and advance programs that save lives and strengthen the humane mission across central New Hampshire.