Executive Director, Social Impact & Fundraising

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center is seeking an Executive Director for the West Side United Chicago NFP. The role leads strategic direction, fundraising, and collaboration across health and community partners to sustain impact in Chicago’s West Side.

The Executive Director will guide financial stewardship, board relations, and program implementation for Thrive West Side and Live Healthy West Side initiatives, ensuring equity-driven outcomes and long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit management and community engagement.
• Strong fundraising and donor relations experience.
• Public speaking and marketing/communications skills.
• Strategic planning and cross-sector collaboration.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and manage stakeholders effectively.
• Commitment to equity and community-centered leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead West Side United Chicago NFP as its Executive Director, partnering with Members and Board to advance the mission.
• Oversee strategic planning, fundraising strategy, and financial stewardship.
• Develop and present reports to the Board, committees, and partners; monitor program status and outcomes.
• Manage Thrive West Side and Live Healthy West Side initiatives to improve economic mobility and health access.
• Direct marketing, communications, and external relations to strengthen visibility and funding.
• Supervise Senior Leadership and key contractors; ensure governance and audit readiness.

Skills

Fundraising

Public speaking

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Leadership

Equity & community engagement

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Rush University Medical Center is seeking an Executive Director for the West Side United Chicago NFP. The role leads strategic direction, fundraising, and collaboration across health and community partners to sustain impact in Chicago’s West Side.

The Executive Director will guide financial stewardship, board relations, and program implementation for Thrive West Side and Live Healthy West Side initiatives, ensuring equity-driven outcomes and long-term sustainability.