Executive Director, CRY America

CRY America is seeking an Executive Director to lead a critical leadership transition, focusing on strategic direction, operational oversight, and fundraising growth. This role involves cultivating major gifts, establishing community partnerships, and managing the U.S. operations in a near-future transition with a global board. The ED will balance fundraising, community engagement, and governance to drive growth and impact.

Requirements

• Mission Alignment - Deep commitment to advancing children’s rights and equity.
• Proven Leadership - Minimum 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience.
• Fundraising Expertise - Demonstrated track record securing six-figure gifts, leading campaigns, and building long-term donor relationships.
• Event Fundraising Experience - Direct experience leading high-profile galas and donor events, with the ability to sustain and grow event-based revenue.
• Strategic & Operational Acumen - Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and ensuring compliance with nonprofit governance.
• Communication Excellence - Skilled storyteller with the ability to inspire action across diverse audiences.
• Team Leadership - Experience building and mentoring diverse, high-performing teams.
• Change Leadership - Demonstrated success guiding organizations through transition, including board engagement, staff alignment, and cultural change.

Benefits

• Charity Search Group to lead the search for this position.