Executive Director | Nonprofit Growth & Impact

Mercy Connections Inc; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

4 weeks PTO

12-14 holidays

Wellness benefit

Short term disability and life insure

Job summary

Mercy Connections seeks an Executive Director to lead the organization, expand opportunities, and diversify funding while upholding Mercy's mission and inclusive culture.

The Executive Director reports to the Board, oversees Program Directors and Finance & Operations, and drives strategic planning, fundraising, public policy engagement, and program alignment with community needs to advance health, education and mobility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in a relevant field.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven fundraising and resource development experience.
• Commitment to anti-racism, equity, and cultural competency.
• Experience leading nonprofits or social service organizations.
• Ability to develop strategic plans and supervise senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and set the direction for Mercy Connections.
• Oversee program directors, development, communications, and finance/ops.
• Develop and execute fundraising strategy and diversify funding.
• Engage with state and federal policymakers to advance public priorities.
• Ensure mission alignment, financial health, and program impact.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Fundraising experience

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Public policy engagement

Diversity equity inclusion

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Mercy Connections seeks an Executive Director to lead the organization, expand opportunities, and diversify funding while upholding Mercy's mission and inclusive culture.

The Executive Director reports to the Board, oversees Program Directors and Finance & Operations, and drives strategic planning, fundraising, public policy engagement, and program alignment with community needs to advance health, education and mobility.