The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp · 3 days ago
Chief Executive Officer
Connecticut, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expThe Hole in the Wall Gang Fund, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded by Paul Newman that provides healing and support to children with serious illnesses and their families. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will serve as the chief strategist and operational leader, ensuring alignment of programs, culture, and resources to advance the organization's mission while overseeing a significant fundraising campaign.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Lead the creation, execution, and evaluation of a multi-year strategic plan that advances mission, ensures program excellence, and supports sustainable growth
Partner with the Board of Directors to implement best-practice governance, foster strong communication, and support effective board engagement in strategy, fundraising, and oversight
Serve as a unifying and inclusive leader who inspires staff, volunteers, donors, families, and partners around a shared vision
Serve as a primary strategic partner in the $150 million comprehensive campaign—engaging major donors, institutional partners, and new supporters across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic
Work closely with the Chief Development Officer, Board, and Campaign Steering Committee to develop cultivation strategies and open new philanthropic markets
Champion a strong fundraising culture throughout the organization, ensuring alignment of philanthropic goals with strategic priorities, program needs, and organizational capacity
Provide enterprise-level oversight across programs, operations, finance, DEI, risk management, marketing, and development
Partner with the COO and senior leadership team to ensure operational excellence, staff development, regulatory compliance, safety, and effective multi-site coordination
Maintain fiscal strength by guiding annual and long-term budgeting, financial planning, investment decisions, and resource allocation in partnership with the CFO/COO and Finance Committee
Serve as the Organization’s leading spokesperson—representing the mission with authenticity, empathy, and clarity
Build collaborative relationships with hospitals, community partners, policymakers, peer organizations, and media to elevate visibility and expand the Organization’s reach
Strengthen the Organization’s reputation as a national leader in camp-based programs, pediatric illness support, and year-round family services
Foster an inclusive, values-driven culture rooted in compassion, excellence,safety, and joy—reflective of the Organization’s origins and the communities it serves
Lead, mentor, and support a high-performing senior team, ensuring clarity ofroles, accountability, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all programs, staff practices, volunteer engagement, and community partnerships
Qualification
Required
Successful executive leadership experience within a complex, mission-driven nonprofit, healthcare, or child/family services organization
Experience leading or partnering on significant fundraising efforts, campaigns, or philanthropic initiatives
Ability to build meaningful relationships with donors, partners, families, staff, and community leaders across diverse geographies
Demonstrated skill in leading multi-site operations and teams during periods of growth or transformation
Strong communication skills, including public speaking, mission storytelling, and media representation
High emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and a leadership style grounded in empathy and integrity
Passion for the Organization's mission and for delivering joy, healing, and community to children with serious illnesses
10+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience; CEO or senior executive experience strongly preferred
Experience managing senior teams and complex operations, ideally across multiple sites or program lines
Proven ability to cultivate major philanthropic relationships and contribute to significant fundraising initiatives
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Advanced degree in business, nonprofit management, healthcare administration, or a related field preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement contributions
Generous PTO
Professional development support
Company
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp
Founded in 1988 by Paul Newman, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp provides “a different kind of healing” to more than 25,000 seriously ill children and family members annually – all completely free of charge.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
James K. Takami
Chief Financial Officer
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