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andlt;pandgt;The client is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Executive Director for their Center in Washington, D.C. This role entails providing day-to-day leadership and management for the Centers operations and programs while working closely with the Founding Director, Nikole Hannah-Jones.andlt;/pandgt; andlt;pandgt;The Executive Director will be responsible for translating the clients vision into actionable outcomes, facilitating its mission to support historically informed investigative journalism, particularly within the consortium of eight HBCU journalism programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to guide the Center from a successful startup into an established, influential institution.andlt;/pandgt; andlt;pandgt;The candidate will oversee a growing team, manage multimillion-dollar budgets and grants, cultivate strategic partnerships, launch ambitious programming, and spearhead fundraising initiatives to advance pro-democracy journalism. The ideal candidate is expected to have a proven track record of team development, program scaling, and navigating complex systems, preferably in higher education, media, or philanthropy sectors.andlt;/pandgt; andlt;pandgt;The Executive Director will partner with the Founding Director to operationalize the clients strategic goals, establishing measurable objectives and tracking their impact. This includes providing leadership oversight across all staff, programs, and operations, fostering an inclusive and high-performing organizational culture.andlt;/pandgt; andlt;pandgt;The role also involves significant responsibilities in overseeing the clients grant portfolio, developing budgets, ensuring compliance, and leading major fundraising campaigns. Collaboration with the Development Manager will be vital to designing effective donor engagement strategies and ensuring long-term financial sustainability through responsible stewardship of funds.andlt;/pandgt; andlt;pandgt;Additionally, the Executive Director will lead the implementation of the clients academic and professional development programs, working alongside division heads to develop operational plans and budgets. This includes launching new initiatives that align with the clients mission and goals, promoting a supportive professional environment, and ensuring staff growth through development opportunities.andlt;/pandgt; andlt;pandgt;The role also requires representing the client in various professional, academic, and philanthropic contexts and cultivating strategic partnerships to expand the clients network and influence. The ideal candidate will have substantial senior leadership experience, success in high-growth environments, demonstrated fundraising achievements, and familiarity with journalism, which, although not required, is preferred.andlt;/pandgt;