Job Description
Overview A leading Chico-based non-profit organization is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead a growing nonprofit organization focused on improving health equity, access to care, and quality of life in rural and underserved communities across Northern California. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of rural health by guiding innovative programming, growing a sustainable funding base, and championing partnerships that make a tangible impact.
Position Summary The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides strategic vision, organizational leadership, and executive management across all aspects of the organization's operations and governance. The CEO oversees a $5 million nonprofit dedicated to addressing the unique health challenges faced by rural and frontier communities through public health programming, grant-funded initiatives, and the leadership of Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs.
Key responsibilities include the overall management of internal operations, staff (both employees and contractors), financial sustainability, and external relations. The CEO also oversees partnerships with affiliate nonprofit organizations through formal agreements, ensuring mission alignment and operational consistency.
The CEO reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for maintaining effective governance practices, including board meeting planning, documentation, and strategic engagement. Serving as the organization’s public ambassador, the CEO builds partnerships with communities, healthcare systems, funders, policymakers, and media to advance organizational impact and visibility throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership - Lead the development, execution, and evaluation of the organization’s multi-year strategic plan.
- Align programs and services with the organization’s mission, vision, and the evolving needs of rural and underserved communities.
- Serve as the primary public representative and ambassador, communicating the organization’s values and goals with integrity and clarity.
- Provide leadership across affiliated nonprofit entities in accordance with formal agreements, ensuring strategic coherence and operational alignment.
Fundraising and Financial Management - Oversee all financial activities, including revenue planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring fiscal integrity and transparency.
- Manage a diverse funding portfolio, including federal/state grants, philanthropic contributions, and earned revenue.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy encompassing major gifts, sponsorships, annual giving, and events.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with existing and prospective funders to support organizational growth and sustainability.
Operations and Program Oversight - Provide executive oversight of day-to-day operations, including program design, delivery, evaluation, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead and manage Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs, ensuring operational efficiency, financial viability, and alignment with rural health workforce needs.
- Oversee the development and performance of a diverse portfolio of public health and health equity initiatives funded by federal, state, and private sources.
- Supervise and support all employees and contracted staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive organizational culture.
- Promote operational best practices, strong internal controls, and a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Governance and Board Relations - Collaborate with the Board of Directors to ensure effective governance and long-term organizational success.
- Plan, coordinate, and document all Board meetings, including preparation of agendas, materials, and official minutes.
- Provide timely, accurate information to the Board to support informed decision-making and strategic oversight.
- Support the recruitment, engagement, and development of a dynamic Board of Directors.
Community Engagement and External Relations
- Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization, presenting regularly to stakeholders including community groups, elected officials, funders, healthcare partners, and the media.
- Build and strengthen partnerships with public and private organizations that align with the organization's mission and strategic priorities.
- Advocate for the health and well-being of rural communities at local, regional, and state levels.
- Elevate organizational visibility and impact through proactive outreach, storytelling, and communications.
Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, public health, public administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive role (or equally relevant experience) in a nonprofit, foundation, healthcare, or mission-driven organization.
- Demonstrated success leading complex organizations with multiple revenue streams, programs, and stakeholder groups.
- Strong nonprofit governance experience, including collaboration with Boards of Directors, meeting facilitation, and policy oversight.
- Proven track record in staff supervision, performance management, and fostering inclusive, mission-driven teams.
- Experience overseeing or collaborating with Graduate Medical Education (GME) or other healthcare workforce programs strongly preferred.
- Extensive experience managing grant portfolios, including federal, state, and private grants, with strong skills in compliance, reporting, and relationship management.
- Demonstrated fundraising success, including securing major gifts, cultivating donor relationships, and managing diversified development strategies.
- Strong financial management skills, including oversight of budgets over $2 million, financial reporting, and nonprofit audit preparation.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage rural communities, healthcare partners, funders, public officials, and media.
- Proficiency with standard office software and familiarity with donor and grant systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms.
Compensation This position offers a competitive salary ($120-160k) depending on experience and qualifications. In addition: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Paid vacation, sick, and holiday pay. EAP.
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