Executive Director, Survivor Services & Community Impact

Friends, Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Friends, Inc. in Wisconsin seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, oversee finances, and partner with the Board, staff, donors, and community to sustain survivor-centered services.

You will advance the mission, ensure sound stewardship of resources, and foster a high-performing team focused on quality, trauma-informed care, and growth in a dynamic nonprofit setting in West Bend.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, public administration or related field.
• Minimum of five years of leadership experience with teams and strategy.
• Experience with financial management, budgeting, grants, fundraising and sustainability.
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to represent the organization with community leaders, funders and agencies.
• Experience in nonprofits, domestic violence, victim services, shelter operations or related fields.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership that advances the mission and long-term sustainability.
• Collaborate with the Board to set goals, evaluate performance and priorities.
• Serve as primary liaison to the Board, providing timely governance information.
• Lead and develop a high-performing leadership team and ensure mission delivery.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee programs, services, and survivor-centered, trauma-informed care.
• Maintain 24/7 on-site shelter facility operations and related management.
• Advocate for awareness and partnerships with funders, donors, and government entities.
• Use data and community feedback to guide growth, innovation, and partnerships.
• Ensure financial health, budgeting, risk management and responsible stewardship.
• Lead fundraising and resource development, including donor relations and grants.
• Represent FRIENDS, Inc. publicly and strengthen community visibility.

Skills

Leadership & strategy

Fundraising & grant writing

Budgeting & financial stewardship

Public speaking & communication

Community relations

Board liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit/related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Friends, Inc. in Wisconsin seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, oversee finances, and partner with the Board, staff, donors, and community to sustain survivor-centered services.

You will advance the mission, ensure sound stewardship of resources, and foster a high-performing team focused on quality, trauma-informed care, and growth in a dynamic nonprofit setting in West Bend.