Senior Wishes/UCHS · 5 days ago
Executive Director
Orchard Park, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$70K/yr - $80K/yrSenior Wishes is an organization dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors by granting meaningful wishes. The Executive Director will lead the organization, ensuring operational excellence and community engagement while managing staff and overseeing financial health.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Serve as the chief spokesperson for Senior Wishes, representing the organization at community events, in the media, and with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and wish recipients
Guide communications and messaging to reflect Senior Wishes’ mission, values, and impact, building a strong brand and expanding opportunities
Foster partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and service providers to enhance program reach and effectiveness
Oversee daily operations, ensuring programs and services are delivered efficiently, compassionately, and in alignment with organizational goals
Manage staff and volunteers, cultivating a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and nonprofit best practices
Develop and manage annual budgets, monitor expenditures, and prepare financial reports for the Board
Safeguard the financial health of the organization through prudent management and transparent reporting
Oversee grant applications, donor stewardship, and fundraising campaigns in collaboration with staff and Board
Lead the development and execution of strategic plans, regularly assessing programs and services to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
Translate strategy into actionable priorities and operational plans, adapting to changing community needs
Prepare reports and participate actively in Board meetings
Collaborate closely with the Board to fulfill the organization’s mission and strategic objectives
Support Board development and engagement
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated success in a CEO, Executive Director, or senior leadership role in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization, preferably serving seniors
Strong strategic thinking, planning, and goal-setting skills
Proven ability to lead with empathy, clarity, and accountability; motivate staff, volunteers, and community partners
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking, media relations, and digital communications
Experience in fundraising, donor stewardship, and event planning
Financial management expertise, including budgeting and reporting
Collaborative leadership style grounded in emotional intelligence and systems thinking
Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Nonprofit Management, or Business Administration required; Master's degree in Social Work or related field preferred
Genuine passion for serving the elderly and enhancing their quality of life required
Preferred
Master's degree in Social Work or related field preferred
Benefits
Paid Time Off: Four weeks, plus seven paid holidays.
Health Insurance Contribution: Provided.
403B Retirement Plan: 2% match on first 2% contributed.
Dental Plan: Available.
Basic Life Insurance: One year’s salary.
Company
Senior Wishes/UCHS
Senior Wishes/UCHS is a Non-profit Organizations.
Founded in 2014
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase