Arena · 13 hours ago
Executive Director, Women’s Refugee Commission
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$275K/yr - $320K/yrArena is seeking an Executive Director for the Women’s Refugee Commission, an organization dedicated to protecting and empowering refugee, migrant, stateless, and displaced persons. The Executive Director will lead the organization, refining its strategy, managing a mid-sized staff, and advocating for the needs of women and girls in global humanitarian responses.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Refine the WRC strategy, in collaboration with the Board of Directors and with input from staff and key stakeholders, to achieve the desired impact
Clearly define and communicate WRC’s role, vision, mission, values, and impact across all audiences, programs, and partnerships
Actively assess relevant trends and drive the organization to adapt accordingly
Champion and advance the WRC reputation as a leader in research and evidence-based policy
Engage, lead, develop, and mentor the executive team and inspire and empower all staff in the organization to share a collective vision and to set and reach meaningful, mission-driven goals
Strengthen internal communications and cross-department collaboration to cultivate strong, trusting working relationships at every level
Ensure organizational growth, excellence, and consistent high-quality management across all functions (programs, finance, fundraising, communications, operations, talent, and marketing), while cultivating professional development opportunities for staff to contribute to the WRC mission and impact
Serve as the lead spokesperson and champion of WRC with funders, partners, and peer organizations, advocating for impact, partnerships, and funding
Grow and diversify the resources of the organization by developing, cultivating, and deepening relationships with major donors, philanthropic funders, institutional partners, and other potential new sources of revenue through stories of impact, policy results, and a clear strategy for growth
Serve as the lead external representative for WRC, working to steward and advance WRC’s global reputation as a thought leader and as an essential and effective actor in the field, and growing WRC’s influence with decision-makers, funders, and partners, including governmental, non-governmental decision-makers, the UN and broader International Community
Design and implement strategy to advance specific policy and legislative changes to better address migrant and refugee needs and realities
Leverage the Board, Commissioners, and other key supporters to help advance the WRC work and amplify timely issues
Partner with individual Board members and the Board as a collective to ensure governance best practices during a critical chapter of organizational growth and change
Ensure creation and maintenance of policies and procedures for effective governance and clear staff/Board roles (including workflow, decision-making, and communication protocols)
Leverage Board member capacity to amplify the WRC message with external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Proven executive leadership experience, ideally within a non-profit or humanitarian organization
Passion for and a deep, authentic commitment to the mission, vision, and values of WRC
Strong fundraising and external relations skills, with a proven record of cultivating relationships with individual donors, philanthropic funders, and institutional partners to support growth and ensure sustainability
Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to articulate and inspire a clear vision both internally and externally
Demonstrated success in defining and executing organizational growth strategies and experience in adapting and pivoting to ensure impact
Understanding and proven experience in financial oversight, including managing budgets, financial statements, and forecasts
Demonstrated success in team management, including leading, developing, and mentoring executive teams and motivating all staff
Skilled at setting clear priorities, empowering, inspiring, and holding staff accountable in a hybrid environment
A track record of leading effective change management efforts that ensure stability and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent culture aligned with WRC's values
Experience working closely with a Board of Directors to ensure strong governance, transparent operations, and effective collaboration
A deep understanding of global trends impacting refugees, displaced, stateless, and migrant women and children, and a record of thought leadership and influence within the humanitarian, gender equality, refugee, or other relevant sectors
Commitment to and interest in following and interpreting trends, pressures, and changes affecting geopolitics
Preferred
Experience serving in frontline or direct service capacities, with the populations served by WRC
Experience working with government and multilateral organizations
Experience and understanding of the role of research in advocacy
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability coverage
Paid time off
401K matching plan
Company
Arena
Arena brings together, trains, and supports the next generation of candidates and campaign workers.
Founded in 2017
2-10 employees
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