Chief Executive Officer

Please note: To assume this leadership role, we
are looking for an individual with these required
qualifications:

• 1. a minimum of three years top level leadership
  experience
• 2. a minimum of five years grant writing experience and
  demonstrated fundraising skills
• 3. willingness to travel in California and Oregon to visit our
  communities and meet with developers
• 4. a comprehensive understanding of our mission

It is highly desirable for the candidate to have professional
nonprofit contacts in the Southern California and/or Oregon
areas.

If interested, please read the job description below and
include a cover letter explaining how your previous work experience
aligns with our mission.
Applications due by April 30, 2024.

EngAGE’s mission is to transform affordable senior, family, and
intergenerational housing communities into vibrant centers of
lifelong learning, creativity, and wellness through arts-based
programming, civic engagement, and a culture that promotes
community and connection. We serve thousands of older adults and
families living in more than 50 housing communities in California
and Oregon based on a model that promotes artistic creativity and
fosters a sense of purpose and belonging.

Residents of EngAGE communities report improvements in mood,
reduced loneliness, and better health and well-being through:

● Professionally delivered, free, on-site programs in the arts,
wellness, and community building.

● Creating interpersonal connections across generations.

● Encouraging and providing ways for residents to meaningfully
contribute to their communities.

● Building strong collaborations with local community partners
to expand our impact in

each neighborhood.

Our programs operate on a semester basis ending in a
‘culminating event’ such as an art show at a local gallery, a
theatrical or musical stage performance, or a community event
designed to showcase residents’ talents and skills. Our programming
is tailored to reflect the culturally diverse communities and
residents whom we serve. EngAGE is committed to housing equity for
low-income renters. The communities and residents we serve are
diverse in race/ethnicity and age.

Position Purpose: The CEO of EngAGE works
closely with and reports to the EngAGE Board of Directors and is
responsible for leadership, innovation, strategic planning,
ensuring proper board governance practices, developing and
maintaining affordable housing developer relationships,
fundraising, and safeguarding the physical and financial well-being
of the organization. The CEO also works closely with the
organization’s Leadership Team to represent EngAGE’s interests to
its constituencies while overseeing the administration of the
budget, programs, and staff and ensuring the organization has the
appropriate structures and resources to meet its annual goals.

Position Vision: The CEO must be a passionate
advocate and spokesperson for intentionally designed affordable
housing, arts-based programming, the challenges and opportunities
of aging, and intergenerational community building. They must be
able to articulate and promote a compelling strategic vision that
unites the organization and galvanizes stakeholders, developer
partners, and funders in support of EngAGE’s mission and values.
The CEO must have the following strong skill set:

● Able to make critical decisions under pressure.

● Excellent fundraiser.

● Excellent project management skills.

● Clear, charismatic, effective communicator, able to lead and
inspire others with EngAGE’s mission, values, and vision.

The following represents some but not all of the essential
duties required to perform this role:

● Collaborate effectively and professionally with the Board and
leadership team to identify and recruit potential new developer
partners, funders, and others to expand the footprint of
EngAGE.

● Create a culture that promotes initiative, ensures a healthy
and happy workplace, and, when appropriate, provides individual
growth opportunities.

● Manage collaborative relationships with all stakeholders
including staff and teachers/teaching artists in service of the
vision of the organization.

● Oversee all aspects of organizational health: finance,
partnerships, funding, audit/tax returns, budget, planning,
governance, etc.

● In conjunction with the board, establish employment policies
and procedures related to hiring, retention, succession, and the
supervision of staff and contractors.

● Clearly define the goals that advance EngAGE’s mission and
core values, and develop and implement long and short-term
strategies to meet those goals.

● Monitor and evaluate the outcomes and impact of EngAGE’s
programs and initiatives to ensure quality, mission alignment, and
good use of organizational resources.

● Ensure that the organization’s policies concerning diversity,
equity, and inclusion (DEI) are appropriately maintained and
enforced in compliance with all relevant laws.

● Oversee and manage relationships with developer partners to
meet annual goals for

program fee-earned revenue.

● Ensure that annual fundraising goals are met and personally
solicit major gifts.

● Provide organizational leadership for all fundraising
including special campaigns, annual gifts, sponsorships, and
government grants.

● Serve as the chief spokesperson for the organization to the
community, constituents,

media, stakeholders, and public officials.

● Build collaborative strategic alliances to further advance
EngAGE’s mission.

● Assure legal compliance.

● Execute contracts, agreements, or any other documents which
legally commit the

● organization.

Job Qualifications and Experience:

● Significant nonprofit leadership experience with a track
record of success (it would be

a plus to have worked in Southern California and have
relationships with local funders,

and highly desirable to have worked with affordable housing
developers).

● Strategic planning and implementation experience.

● Fundraising experience with success in soliciting major gifts
from individuals and all

contributed income sources.

● Experience with institutional funding sources including
government grants, foundations, and sponsorships.

● Track record of successfully managing people, projects, and
budgets.

● Knowledge of nonprofit governance policies.

● Ability to multitask and work calmly under pressure.

● Diplomatic skills and the ability to make and communicate hard
decisions.

● Sense of humor.

● Professional experience in the aging and arts community.

● A demonstrated passion for aging services, arts, and
affordable housing and an

understanding of their ability to effect change.

● Excellent communication skills.

● Ability to delegate.

● Ability to work with diverse communities and varied
personalities including an

understanding of best practices for inclusivity.

Compensation Range: $145,000-$160,000 per year,
plus a full package of benefits.

EngAGE is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages all
qualified applicants

regardless of gender identification, race, ethnicity, or
religion.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $145,000.00 – $160,000.00
per year
Benefits:
 

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
 

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed