President

National Civic League; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

National Civic League in Denver, Colorado seeks an accomplished President to lead its next era of impact, steering strategy and aligning a newly expanded portfolio of programs with the mission to strengthen local democracy.

The President will guide a distributed national team, cultivate relationships with civic leaders, local governments, and communities, and advance inclusive, participatory democratic practices through bold initiatives and strong governance.

Job description

The client is seeking an accomplished, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven President to lead the organization into its next era of impact. With a distinguished legacy and a newly expanded portfolio of programs, the client is positioned to further its mission of strengthening democracy at the local level. The President will be responsible for shaping the organization's future direction, ensuring its programs work cohesively, and enhancing its relevance and influence within the civic sector.

This leadership role involves engaging with a diverse network of civic leaders, local governments, community organizations, and residents to advance inclusive, participatory, and effective democratic practices. The President will support the development and implementation of initiatives that foster civic engagement, public participation, and community problem-solving. Building and maintaining strong relationships across various sectors will be essential to the organization's continued success and growth.

The ideal candidate will bring a compelling vision for the future, practical experience in organizational leadership, and the discipline to build a stronger, more sustainable organization. The President is expected to guide the client through a period of organizational evolution, leveraging its history, relationships, and expertise to elevate its impact on local democracy. This position is based in Denver, Colorado, with the organization operating nationally through a distributed team and a network of senior fellows and board members.