President

Western Resource Advocates; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Resource Advocates seeks a dynamic President to lead its 2026–2030 strategic plan, aligning resources, talent, and political will to advance climate and ecosystem resilience in the Interior West.

The President will guide fundraising and program efforts, serving as the organization’s external ambassador and coordinating advocacy and policy work with partners to secure long-term sustainability and impact.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall vision, strategy, management, and leadership for a 80+ person team.
• Lead fundraising and program efforts to advance mission and secure sustainable funding.
• Act as chief external ambassador, coordinating advocacy and policy work with partners.
• Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships and coalitions across government, private, and philanthropic sectors.
• Oversee annual budget planning and resource alignment to support 2026–2030 strategic goals.

Job description

The client is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven President to lead its next chapter of impact. The President will report to the Board of Directors and work closely with an experienced staff to inspire, lead, and execute the organization’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. The role will align resources, talent, and political will to advance measurable climate and ecosystem resilience outcomes across the Interior West.

The President will guide The client’s fundraising and program efforts to realize its mission through advocacy and partnership. Acting as the organization’s chief external ambassador, the President will lead and coordinate affiliated advocacy and policy work to achieve ambitious goals while helping secure the funds and coalitions needed for long-term sustainability. Core responsibilities include directing overall vision, strategy, management, and leadership for a team of 80+ and managing an annual budget with plans to grow significantly over the next five years.

The President will partner with the Board and development leadership to expand financial support, taking an active lead role in fundraising initiatives and activities. The role includes leading, mentoring, and empowering a high-performing team while fostering a collaborative culture grounded in transparency and open feedback. The President will also establish and strengthen strategic and operational partnerships and coalitions across government, political, private, and philanthropic sectors, supporting efforts related to clean energy, water and rivers protection, and conserving lands and wildlife habitat.