Executive Director

CEED, one of the leading environmental justice non-profit organizations in the country, is looking for an Executive Director to lead and grow the organization in a time of great opportunity to advance the goals of securing a healthy and vibrant environment for all communities in current and future generations.

As CEED seeks to grow the organization, the Executive Director will be responsible for leveraging CEED’s strong financial position to lead this organizational growth and build a team to continue delivering on its environmental justice commitments through its own national and regional work, as well as by enhancing and amplifying the capacity and work of other EJ organizations around the country.

Towards this end, CEED seeks an experienced and inspirational leader who can motivate, build, and execute thoughtful and ambitious strategies while ensuring operational excellence.

Skills, background, and experience
A background and grounding in social justice work and ideally environmental justice work is critical to succeed in this role.

A background in policy research and advocacy, while not critical, will greatly enhance the capabilities of this role.

Demonstrated experience in change management, strategic planning, and organizational planning to grow CEED in this period.

Relatedly, demonstrated management experience and team-building skills to lead the organization in this growth phase.

Inclusive leadership skills, and experience creating and maintaining an organizational culture that attracts, motivates, and retains a diverse, talented staff to blend skill sets, meet objectives, and provide efficient program execution.

Strong public speaking skills and the ability to effectively represent CEED on various networks and alliances (the most prominent of them being the Equitable and Just National Climate Platform).

This will require you to: have excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; be a clear, consistent and empathetic communicator; and coordinate the shared interests of all parties, with excellent communications and problem-solving skills designed to meet the challenges that emerge You will also work with staff to forge, maintain and enhance relationships with funders.

Demonstrated fundraising experience, especially with Foundations will be valuable.

CEED has begun to operate with staff in multiple locations.

As remote work becomes more mainstream, we are looking to hire staff with requisite skills wherever they are available.

Ability to navigate and manage a remote working environment is a critical skill in this role.

Qualities that are important to us
A deep commitment to the values of social justice in all its forms.

A collaborative spirit.

High standards for excellence.

Drive for accountability and transparency.

While not a requirement, we’d love if you have this
A bachelor’s or other advanced degree in one of: Public Policy, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Sciences, Organizational Development, Community Development or a related field.

Demonstrable experience using data systems to improve program performance and outcomes.