President, Racial Equity & Community Justice Fund

Woods Fund Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Woods Fund Chicago seeks a visionary president to lead a foundation committed to racial equity and economic justice through community organizing and public policy advocacy. The president will oversee all operations, governance, budgeting, and external relations while maintaining alignment with the foundation’s mission and values.

The role requires 8–10 years of senior management experience, a strong track record in philanthropy and program management, and an ability to collaborate with a diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
• 8–10 years of professional management experience.
• Experience working with disinvested communities and advancing racial equity and economic justice.
• Budgeting, financial and investment management experience; working knowledge of related laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, present, and manage strategic plans to advance Woods Fund Chicago.
• Advise and support the board on financial, programmatic, and governance issues.
• Establish and direct implementation of organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce operational and personnel policies.
• Oversee budget development and financial management; report to the board.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communications

Governance

Grantmaking

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Woods Fund Chicago seeks a visionary president to lead a foundation committed to racial equity and economic justice through community organizing and public policy advocacy. The president will oversee all operations, governance, budgeting, and external relations while maintaining alignment with the foundation’s mission and values.

The role requires 8–10 years of senior management experience, a strong track record in philanthropy and program management, and an ability to collaborate with a diverse