Founded in 1971, the Cambridge Women’s Center (CWC) is the oldest continuously running community center for women in the United States.

The Cambridge Women's Center is a community space open to anyone for whom woman is a meaningful identifier or lived experience. We offer a safe space for learning, emotional support, empathy, and empowerment through self-determination. Our community, and the population we serve, is inclusive and we are actively working towards justice for Black, Indigenous, People of Color, LGBTQIA+, those with disabilities and/or mental illness, the unhoused and other Powerful Groups (both national and international) targeted for oppression.



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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Excited about this mission? We are currently seeking an Executive Director to lead the Cambridge Women’s Center into its next phase of growth. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the ED will guide the organization’s strategic vision while ensuring operational and fiscal sustainability. This role will supervise three co-directors (Co-Director of Programs and Services, Co-Director of Operation and Administration, Co-Director of Development and Outreach) and will liaise with funders and other organizational partners. Specifically, the ED will be expected to lead:


Programmatic vision and implementation

  • Work with the Board of Trustees, staff and community members to build and implement a multi-year strategic plan in alignment with the CWC’s mission/values and the needs of the community we serve

  • With the Co-Director of Programs and Services and Co-Director of Operations and Administration, ensure core programs are offered with consistency and quality, and evaluated for continual improvement and success. Work to build new initiatives as relevant


Financial growth and sustainability

  • Work with the Co-Director of Development and Outreach to build a fundraising strategy, ensure fundraising targets are met to support an annual operating budget of $400,000-$500,000

  • Ensure management of organizational finances in alignment with standard accounting practices, donor reporting requirements, and tax regulations

  • Create and adhere to financial controls and work to minimize organizational risk, financial and otherwise

  • Leverage in-kind and volunteer resources appropriately to meet programmatic needs and maintain a collaborative community environment

  • Cultivate relationships with current and potential stakeholders, including businesses, philanthropists, large donors, elected officials, grassroots activists and key allies


Operations and personnel management

  • Directly supervise the organization’s three co-directors and work with them to further build collaborative management practices and systems of accountability

  • Work with the Board of Trustees and the Co-Director of Operation and Administration to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and mitigation of risks to individuals and the organization

  • Integrate principles of justice, equity, inclusion and belonging into all aspects of the work

Qualifications:

  • 5-10+ years of successive nonprofit management experience, or comparable management experience in another field

  • A strong record of building and/or managing successful community-based programs

  • Proven fundraising, verbal and written communication skills

  • Outstanding leadership, management, and supervisory skills

  • Financial management skills, including demonstrated competence in creating, reading and understanding financial documents

  • Highly collaborative and able to work effectively with people from all backgrounds

  • Deep commitment to supporting community members with marginalized identities and promoting justice, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work

  • Prior experience with underserved communities and a demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse members and staff

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Applications, and Quickbooks a plus

  • People of color, people with disabilities, and people with lived experience of housing insecurity are especially encouraged to apply, as are those for whom “woman” is a meaningful identifier or lived experience

We recognize that historically, people of color and women might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet all the listed requirements. We want to emphasize that we value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you do not meet every one of the job criteria. We are looking for people with potential, passion, and a willingness to learn, and we believe that diverse perspectives contribute to innovative solutions and enhanced organizational success. If you are passionate about the role and feel that you could excel in this environment, please don’t hesitate to submit your application.

Workplace Environment:

  • Will have access to a shared office space with a door, and some of your time on-site will be spent in drop-in spaces with other people around

  • There will be some background noise (construction work outside) and occasional louder noises (e.g. loud voices, singing, music, TVs) during the hours the Center’s open hours

  • Expected to work on-site at least 80% of the time to foster team collaboration and knowledge of the program

  • Expected to be present during CWC drop-in hours at least monthly

Salary and Benefits

This is a part-time (24 hrs/week) position paying $50,000-60,000/year, dependent on experience. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, vision insurance and dental insurance fully paid by the employer, and funds for professional development. This is a grant-funded role; there may be the opportunity for expanding this role to a full-time position based on funding availability.


To Apply: 

Submit an application at https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3865395722/