Job Description

Executive Director

Organization : GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD)

Location : Remote or Boston, MA

Posted : March 12, 2024

Overview

GLAD is a nationally recognized nonprofit law firm advancing LGBTQ+ rights through impact litigation, public policy advocacy, and education. With a focus on LGBTQ+ equality and justice, GLAD works regionally and nationally to create a just society free of discrimination based on gender identity, HIV status, and sexual orientation. GLAD is committed to antiracism, intersectionality, and coalition-building across movements.

Executive Director Opportunity

Following a nine-year tenure for the previous Executive Director, GLAD is seeking a new leader to guide the organization through a critical moment in its history. The ED will join a financially stable organization with a multigenerational staff, active fundraising, and plans for growth. An Interim Executive Director is supporting the transition to ensure a smooth leadership change.

GLAD has built a strong national presence and seeks a trailblazing ED to lead and expand capacity, resources, and impact, with a staff of 35+ and a Legal Team of highly regarded LGBTQ+ and human rights litigators. The ED will be GLADs chief ambassador, fundraiser, and spokesperson, partnering with movement partners, funders, and key stakeholders to advance GLADs mission and values.

Reporting to a Board, the ED will cultivate an inclusive culture, deepen coalitions, secure funding, and sustain organizational growth. The ED will help advance GLADs strategic priorities, including expanding national impact, growing legal capacity, fostering an equitable workplace, and enhancing hybrid collaboration.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Strategy & Leadership: Engage staff and Board to advance GLADs vision; create short- and long-term plans; pursue strategic partnerships; promote diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and antiracism; serve as an external leader in the national movement.
• Funding & Resource Development: Lead major gifts fundraising; diversify revenue; maintain relationships with current funders and cultivate new donors.
• Organizational & Team Management: Strengthen an equitable culture for 35+ employees and interns; oversee SMT leadership; support staff development and performance management; build organizational infrastructure for growth.
• Community Engagement & Strategic Alliances: Identify strategic alliances; tell GLADs story; deepen collaborations with community leaders, partner organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• External Relations & Presence: Serve as principal spokesperson; oversee communications and donor messaging; expand GLADs national presence.
• Financial & Operational Management: Ensure fiscal health; prepare annual budgets; apply nonprofit best practices; optimize operations for efficiency.

Candidate Profile

GLAD seeks leaders committed to justice, inclusion, equity, anti-racism, and collaboration. A candidate does not need to be a lawyer, but an authentic commitment to LGBTQ+ advocacy and civil rights is essential. Diversity is strongly encouraged; candidates from transgender, disabled, BIPOC communities are welcomed. Core competencies include alignment with GLADs mission, fundraising and resource development, strategic planning and execution, external presence, and leadership/organizational development.

Valued Competencies

• Alignment with GLADs Mission: Commitment to GLADs values, transparency, and inclusive representation at all levels.
• Fundraising & Resource Development: Fundraising acumen, donor relationship-building, and sustainability mindset.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and durable plans for growth.
• External Presence & Relationship Building: Storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and partnerships in civil rights/LGBTQ+ advocacy.
• Leadership & Organizational Development: Fostering inclusive culture, staff development, and operational infrastructure.

Location, Compensation, and Benefits

GLADs office is in Downtown Boston with a hybrid schedule. Boston-based candidates are preferred, but candidates outside the Northeast may apply. Regular presence in GLADs Boston offices and occasional travel to other locations are required. Salary range is anticipated to be $215K$250K, with comprehensive benefits including three weeks of paid vacation, health/dental coverage for individuals, a 401(k) with employer contribution, and disability insurance. Final salary will reflect equity and experience.

Search Timeline, Interview Process, and Contact

Recruitment is led by Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group. Screening and interviews will occur on an ongoing basis, including in-person interviews in Boston and with GLADs Board Chair. An offer is anticipated in June for a Summer 2024 start. To express interest, submit a cover letter and resume. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the process.

Commitment to Diversity & Equal Opportunity

GLAD is an equal opportunity employer and seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

About Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group

Koya Partners, a Diversified Search Group company, specializes in mission-driven leadership recruitment and collaborates with nonprofits, NGOs, and responsible businesses. Diversified Search Group is recognized by Forbes as a top executive recruiting firm. Learn more about Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group via the provided link.

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