NAMI Texas · 14 hours ago
Executive Director
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expNAMI Texas is a leading statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Texans affected by mental illness. They are seeking a dynamic and visionary Executive Director to lead the organization during a pivotal period of growth, focusing on strategic direction, advocacy efforts, and organizational capacity.
Mental Health Care
Responsibilities
Partner with the Board of Directors to set and execute a long-term strategic vision aligned with NAMI Texas’s mission and values
Provide transparent reporting and guidance to the Board on organizational performance, risks, and opportunities
Lead organizational planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Serve as the lead advocate and voice for NAMI Texas in the Texas Legislature, state agencies, and public forums
Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, government leaders, and advocacy coalitions
Advance policy priorities that improve mental health systems, access to care, and equity across Texas
Act as the primary spokesperson for NAMI Texas with media, donors, partners, and the public
Strengthen the organization’s brand, visibility, and reputation statewide
Cultivate strategic partnerships with foundations, corporations, healthcare systems, and community organizations
Oversee day-to-day operations, staff leadership, and organizational culture
Ensure strong financial stewardship, including budgeting, fundraising, and compliance
Lead and support a high-performing senior leadership team committed to equity, inclusion, and excellence
Drive diversified revenue strategies including individual giving, grants, sponsorships, and major gifts
Engage donors and funders as partners in advancing NAMI Texas’s mission
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in a nonprofit, advocacy, healthcare, or public policy organization
Proven success leading complex organizations with multiple stakeholders
Strong understanding of mental health systems, public policy, or social impact advocacy (Texas experience strongly preferred)
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and lived-experience-informed leadership
Experience working with or reporting to a governing board
Preferred
Recognized leader with credibility in public policy, nonprofit, or mental health spaces
Experience serving as a public spokesperson or media representative
Ability to navigate political, legislative, and community environments with diplomacy and integrity
Benefits
Competitive executive compensation package
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth
Company
NAMI Texas
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Texas (NAMI Texas) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded by volunteers in 1984.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase