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Executive Director

Posted 11 days ago

confidentialShort Hills (NJ)

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About the role

Executive Director
About the Company:
  • Beloved nonprofit public garden preserving a historic private estate
  • IndustryLeisure, Travel & Tourism
  • TypeNon Profit
Employees11-50
About the Role: The Company seeks an Executive Director to provide visionary and strategic leadership, advance its mission, and guide the implementation of effective strategic and facilities plans. The Executive Director will serve as the organization's primary spokesperson, fundraiser, and advocate, strengthening its public profile and building community partnerships. Responsibilities include leading staff across development, finance, administration, public engagement, facilities, and communications, while working with governance committees to advance organizational goals. The role also calls for supporting conservation and environmental education and guiding the organization's continued growth and sustainability. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, fundraising, and outreach abilities, along with integrity and broad appeal as a public representative. A strong aesthetic sensibility aligned with historic structures, horticultural displays, and the organization's identity is important. The Executive Director should be skilled at developing strategies, cultivating community partners, and strengthening governance. The description does not specify formal education requirements. Hiring Manager TitleChief Executive Officer (CEO) FunctionsCEO/President Non-Profit Management

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