Regional CEO, Aging Services & Growth

ECIAAA; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging (ECIAAA) in Bloomington, IL, seeks a dynamic CEO to expand regional impact and shape the future of aging well across East Central Illinois. You will partner with the Board and lead a capable staff to translate priorities into action.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of senior nonprofit or aging-services leadership, an undergraduate degree, and preferably a master’s in Public Administration, Gerontology, or Social Work.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and lead effectively across diverse stakeholders.
• Five to seven years of successful management and leadership experience, with experience in older adult services, nonprofit leadership, human services, grantmaking, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Undergraduate degree required; a master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Board in developing strategic direction and lead its implementation, translating Board priorities into organizational action, measurable progress, and long-term sustainability.
• Serve as a regional leader and advocate, navigating changes in policy, funding, demographics, and the needs of older adults.
• Strengthen partnerships, across nonprofit, government, healthcare, and community sectors.
• Lead and develop an experienced team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Lead strategic grantmaking, ensuring resources are invested effectively to address the evolving needs of older adults and caregivers.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Public Administration/Business Administration/Gerontology/Social Work

Job description

East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging (ECIAAA) in Bloomington, IL, seeks a dynamic CEO to expand regional impact and shape the future of aging well across East Central Illinois. You will partner with the Board and lead a capable staff to translate priorities into action.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of senior nonprofit or aging-services leadership, an undergraduate degree, and preferably a master’s in Public Administration, Gerontology, or Social Work.