Chief Executive Officer/President

About the Organization

Sheffield Place is in Kansas City, MO and empowers homeless mothers and their children to heal from trauma and become self-sufficient. Our organization provides compassionate, trauma-informed services that help families build stability, hope, and lasting success.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy
  • Provide vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the organization.
  • Articulate and champion Sheffield Place's mission, values, and goals.
  • Foster a positive, mission-driven organizational culture.
  • Engage stakeholders in decision-making while ensuring effective leadership and accountability.
• Operations & Program Oversight
  • Direct organizational operations and major projects.
  • Supervise daily activities and ensure effective service delivery.
  • Ensure staff have the training, technology, supplies, and support needed to perform their roles.
  • Stay informed of trends and innovations in the nonprofit and human services sectors.
• Financial Management
  • Oversee budgeting, cash-flow management, and financial planning.
  • Maintain financial accountability, transparency, and strong internal controls.
  • Assist with audits, compliance requirements, and understanding of IRS Form 990 reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and risk-management practices.
• Fundraising & Community Engagement
  • Lead fundraising strategy and execution.
  • Cultivate relationships with donors, funders, volunteers, and community partners.
  • Serve as a public ambassador and spokesperson for the organization.
  • Increase public awareness through media engagement, public speaking, and special events, including fundraising galas.
• Board Relations & Governance
  • Partner closely with the Board of Directors.
  • Provide timely communication regarding organizational goals, opportunities, and challenges.
  • Support board operations, planning, committee work, and policy compliance.
• Human Resources
  • Lead recruitment, onboarding, retention, staff development, and performance management.
  • Ensure effective human resources practices and compliance.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, teamwork, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in homelessness services, mental health services, or substance use disorder treatment.
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and community partners.

If you are a passionate and collaborative leader who is committed to making a difference and excels at building meaningful relationships, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Sheffield Place offers a competitive salary, incentives and benefits package.