Executive Director, Nonprofit Systems & Impact Leader

Favor INC; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

FAVOR, Inc. seeks an Executive Director to lead a mission-driven nonprofit serving families of children with special mental, emotional, and behavioral health needs in Connecticut.

The ED will strengthen operations, support staff, and ensure high-quality services while guiding the organization through growth and transition. Reporting to the Board, this leader will build systems, enhance financial health, cultivate partnerships with state agencies and funders, and foster a transparent,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a nonprofit or human services organization.
• Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, reporting, and grant oversight.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, improve morale, and manage through change or transition.
• Experience building or improving organizational systems and operations.
• Track record of working with external partners, funders, and public systems.
• Experience working with or supporting a Board of Directors.
• Demonstrated understanding of the needs of families navigating behavioral health, mental health, or neurodiversity; lived experience is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop a dedicated staff team, fostering a positive, professional, and accountable work environment.
• Establish clear roles, expectations, and consistent supervision practices
• Set appropriate boundaries while maintaining a supportive, mission-driven environment
• Promote clear, consistent internal communication across staff
• Build and implement clear systems, processes, and workflows to improve consistency and effectiveness
• Strengthen internal infrastructure, including HR, administration, and program operations
• Ensure clear decision-making processes and organization accountability
• Ensure strong financial management, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance with grant and government funding requirements
• Oversee accurate tracking and use of funds, strengthening transparency and accountability
• Partner with finance staff and the Board to maintain fiscal health and sustainability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with state agencies, funders, and community partners
• Represent FAVOR with credibility and professionalism in external settings
• Navigate complex systems and advocate effectively for families and the organization
• Support and expand fundraising efforts, including grants and other funding opportunities
• Help diversify revenue sources over time to strengthen long-term sustainability
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to strengthen governance practices and engagement
• Support the Board in fundraising, strategic planning, and organizational oversight
• Clarify roles and responsibilities between Board and staff

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Team development

Board governance

Fundraising

External partnerships

Strategic planning

Nonprofit management

Job description

FAVOR, Inc. seeks an Executive Director to lead a mission-driven nonprofit serving families of children with special mental, emotional, and behavioral health needs in Connecticut.

The ED will strengthen operations, support staff, and ensure high-quality services while guiding the organization through growth and transition. Reporting to the Board, this leader will build systems, enhance financial health, cultivate partnerships with state agencies and funders, and foster a transparent,