Executive Director, Growth & Survivor Services

Noetic Search, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Resilience, a Chicago-based nonprofit, invites an Executive Director to lead strategic direction, fundraising growth, and organizational excellence. The role partners with a committed Board to advance healing, education, and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence.

You will guide financial stewardship, program impact, and community partnerships while prioritizing equity and survivor-centered practices. The successful candidate will strengthen private philanthropy, diversify revenue, and ensure

Qualifications

• Demonstrated nonprofit leadership experience.
• Experience leading senior management teams and boards.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, anti‑oppression, and survivor‑centered approaches.
• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and governance in partnership with the Board.
• Diversify revenue streams and lead private philanthropy growth.
• Oversee programs, financial management, and organizational operations.
• Represent the organization publicly and build partnerships across Chicago and beyond.
• Foster an inclusive culture and develop a diverse, high‑performing team.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Senior management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Resilience, a Chicago-based nonprofit, invites an Executive Director to lead strategic direction, fundraising growth, and organizational excellence. The role partners with a committed Board to advance healing, education, and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence.

You will guide financial stewardship, program impact, and community partnerships while prioritizing equity and survivor-centered practices. The successful candidate will strengthen private philanthropy, diversify revenue, and ensure