Executive Director & Chief Program Officer

About the role

Tempe Community Council (TCC) is seeking an experienced, visionary Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead one of Tempe’s most trusted human services organizations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Fundraising and Revenue Leadership
• Lead comprehensive fund development strategy and serve as the organization’s lead fundraiser
• Develop and lead a comprehensive annual and multi-year fund development strategy
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts in support of TCC’s mission and priorities
• Expand philanthropic visibility and position TCC for long-term revenue growth
• Diversify revenue streams and reduce overreliance on any single funding source where possible
• Executive Leadership and Strategy
• Provide overall leadership for the organization’s vision, strategy, and execution
• Guide TCC through its continued transition and success as an independent nonprofit organization
• Work in partnership with the Board of Directors to establish strategic direction and organizational priorities
• Translate strategic goals into annual plans, measurable objectives, and clear accountability
• Champion innovative human service strategies that improve lives and respond to emerging community needs in Tempe
• Operations and Financial Oversight
• Oversee day-to-day operations, administration, and organizational performance
• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and fiscal oversight in partnership with the Board and finance leadership
• Ensure sound financial stewardship, internal controls, compliance, and reporting
• Develop and enhance policies, systems, and operational infrastructure appropriate for an independent nonprofit organization
• Support long-term sustainability through thoughtful planning, prioritization, and resource allocation
• Program Leadership and Community Impact
• Oversee TCC’s programs, initiatives, and service delivery to ensure alignment with mission and community needs
• Support high-quality implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement across programs
• Maintain TCC’s reputation as a trusted and collaborative community partner
• City of Tempe Relationship Management
• Serve as the primary executive relationship manager with the City of Tempe
• Steward and strengthen the partnership agreement and ensure responsiveness to City priorities and expectations
• Ensure the successful delivery of TCC’s responsibilities related to the community needs assessment
• Oversee the annual process for reviewing, recommending, and awarding grant funding in a manner that is transparent, effective, and community-centered
• Build and maintain strong relationships with City staff, elected officials, nonprofit agencies, and community stakeholders
• Staff Leadership and Organizational Culture
• Lead, supervise, and develop staff (employees, contractors, and city-granted personnel)
• Foster a strong, healthy, and accountable organizational culture
• Ensure role clarity, strong communication, and high performance across the team
• Support talent development, performance management, and succession planning
• Promote a workplace culture rooted in service, collaboration, inclusion, professionalism, and stewardship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nonprofit leadership, public policy, or related field; a Master’s degree is preferred
• At least 10 years of experience leading nonprofit organizations, either driving overall operations or philanthropy
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and revenue development, including major gifts, corporate sponsorships, foundation funding, and grant writing
• Experience leading organizational operations, budgeting, staff management, and strategic implementation
• Strong external relationship-building skills, including success working with boards, donors, public-sector partners, and community stakeholders
• Prior experience leading an organization through growth, transition, or structural change
• Knowledge of human services, community-based programming, and nonprofit funding ecosystems
• Experience with community needs assessments, public funding processes, or grantmaking and regranting models
• Familiarity with the Tempe community and broader regional nonprofit landscape is highly desirable

Key Leadership Competencies

• Visionary & Strategic Thinker
• Fundraising Ambassador
• Collaborative Relationship Builder
• Excellent Communicator
• Financially Savvy
• Intrigue and Accountability
• Inclusive and Equitable Leader
• Results Oriented

Compensation

$90,000–$100,000 annually; Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, along with an employee benefit stipend.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé through the TCC website. Only applications submitted through this website will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early. This recruitment will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected.

Link to Apply

Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer