Executive Director, STEM Youth Leadership (Boston)

CommonWealth Beacon; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Short-term disability insurance

Paid time off (4 weeks)

Job summary

Health Resources in Action (HRiA) seeks an Executive Director for LEAH Project, to lead fundraising, strategy, and external relations. The role drives growth, sponsors partnerships, and strengthens youth programming within Greater Boston.

A strong track record in fundraising and strategic leadership is essential to expand impact and sustainability. The ED will supervise a small team, manage a $1.2M budget, and build major donor and partner networks, while aligning with HRiA’s mission.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to secure philanthropic investments from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individuals.
• Experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies that grew revenue and ensured sustainability.
• Strong communication, storytelling, and relationship-building skills to engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and revenue growth strategy.
• Cultivate major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and public funders.
• Oversee grant-related cultivation, stewardship, reporting and compliance.

Skills

Fundraising excellence

Major donor cultivation

Relationship building

Strategic leadership

Public speaking / storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree (required)

Job description

Health Resources in Action (HRiA) seeks an Executive Director for LEAH Project, to lead fundraising, strategy, and external relations. The role drives growth, sponsors partnerships, and strengthens youth programming within Greater Boston.

A strong track record in fundraising and strategic leadership is essential to expand impact and sustainability. The ED will supervise a small team, manage a $1.2M budget, and build major donor and partner networks, while aligning with HRiA’s mission.