Senior Director, CEO Engagement - SMY Affiliate

YMCA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director for CEO Engagement to strengthen partnerships with local YMCAs. This strategic role involves providing support and solutions to enhance relationships with CEOs, ensuring alignment across networks. The ideal candidate will have extensive executive leadership experience, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to the organization's mission. With a work-from-anywhere policy, this position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact on community engagement and organizational growth. Join a team dedicated to fostering trust and collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Technology Stipend

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of executive leadership experience in mission-based organizations.
• Experience in building partnerships within complex organizational structures.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support and solutions to enhance trust with CEOs.
• Coordinate with affiliate networks to align on goals and priorities.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Organizational Leader Certification

Job description

We are The Y, an association that values and is made stronger by its diverse people.

Job Description

The Senior Director, CEO Engagement - Small/Midsize Y leader is responsible for supporting, engaging, and communicating with local CEOs and their assigned affiliate networks. As a representative of the national office, this position provides strategic support to ensure alignment and partnership across the Service Delivery Continuum. Alignment with YUSA's vision, philosophy, and positioning is crucial for success. Building strong relationships with local CEOs is key and requires frequent in-person visits.

YMCA of the USA is a work-from-anywhere in the U.S. workplace.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a defined benefit plan (retirement savings), a defined contribution plan (403(b)), life and disability insurances, a technology stipend, and generous paid time off—all within a work-from-anywhere U.S. workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; related post-graduate work or an advanced degree is preferred
• Organizational Leader certification is preferred
• Minimum of 7-10 years of executive leadership experience in the YMCA or similar mission-based organization; CEO or C-Suite experience is strongly preferred in SMY Y Affiliate group
• Experience cultivating partnerships within complex organizational structures
• Excellent project management, organizational, analytical, planning, and critical thinking skills
• Experience operating in a complex environment requiring continuous improvement and adherence to best practices
• Advanced coaching, communication, and facilitation skills, comfortable in electronic communication environments
• Knowledge of shared services, partnerships, and strategies to strengthen YMCAs
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and influence diverse stakeholders
• Proactive in ambiguous, dynamic, entrepreneurial settings
• Commitment to Y-USA's mission and strategy

Essential Functions

• Provide strategic support and solutions to Ys, enhancing trust and relationships with CEOs and YUSA
• Offer consulting on financial, operational assessments, executive transitions, collaborations, shared services, mergers, strategy, and planning
• Coordinate with affiliate networks to align on goals and priorities
• Enhance communication across the Y network, focusing on CEO and C-Suite engagement
• Support CEO needs through Executive Learning Series and other programs
• Travel up to 40% of the time, especially in the first 3-6 months
• Serve as a convener on specialized topics and emerging trends
• Build trust and provide customized solutions for CEOs
• Establish partnerships across networks and departments to meet strategic goals
• Advocate for Y-USA and affiliate networks
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Impact on Results

This role ensures effective resource coordination and engagement with local Ys and CEOs, enhancing credibility, trust, and network strength. A collaborative approach will meet immediate needs and support strategic growth, ensuring the sustainability of local Ys.