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Nonprofit Executive Search in Programs
Bristol Associates’ Nonprofit division is a leader in placing top executive candidates in nonprofit careers nationwide. Our practice recruits for Vice President of Programs, Director of Programs, and Programs Manager positions, among others, within arts and cultural organizations, human services, environmental organizations, foundations, and learning establishments including independent schools and higher education institutions. The division is led by Vice President David Alford.
Featured Clients
We have completed searches for a wide array of clients including:
- The Colburn School
- Community Arts Resources (CARS)
- Orchestra Santa Monica
- CicLAvia
Examples of Positions Placed
Our Nonprofit Division has placed successful candidates in executive positions.
Below is a sampling of positions placed.
Executive Director
Bristol Associates placed the Executive Director for a notable nonprofit senior residential service provider in Southern California. The staff at the center on aging provides a full continuum of care for about 350 residents who qualify. The Executive Director designs and implements programs, strategies and a service delivery system.
Director, Center for Education and Nursing Practice
We placed a candidate for this newly created senior level position at a professional nursing association in Denver. Our candidate was hired to provide leadership, development, evaluation and maintenance of the products and services. The position also provides leadership to grow the external educational programming, including development of an e-learning education platform.
Annual Fund Manager
The Annual Fund Manager position is located at a highly regarded performing arts organization in Connecticut. This position is be responsible for all aspects of a multi-faceted Annual Fund program, including donor acquisition, stewardship, and donor circles.
Qualities of a Programs Executive
With over 50 years of experience placing executives at top companies and organizations, we know what makes a great leader. Below are some of the qualities and experience we look for:
- Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and implement programs to achieve targets for participation and revenue
- Ability to manage a team of staff, interns, volunteers, and consultants to achieve programming goals
- Demonstrated success developing and managing program evaluation and data assessment
- Proven in-depth knowledge of programming trends in field
- Demonstrated energy and passion for organizational mission
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