Job Description:SR. ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTORGENERAL SUMMARYThe Sr. Association Executive Director serves as the Executive Director for a healthcare association client and its foundation, responsible for strategy, partnerships, revenue growth (membership, grants and corporate sponsorships), program excellence, operations, and culture. This is a relationship-driven, outward-facing role that grows the association's impact across industry, academia, regulatory, and provider communities while ensuring best-in-class governance and financial stewardship.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSLeadership and Management- Leadership and execution of organization's multi-year strategic plan aligned to mission, growth, and impact metrics.
- Monitor changing conditions related to the industry to enable the association to provide leadership in developing and communicating programs and resources.
- Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with strategic partners.
- Stay informed on trends in association's healthcare policy and initiatives.
- Serve as a spokesperson; represent the association at national/regional meetings, media opportunities, and strategic forums.
- Advise the association Boards with providing clear reporting, decision-ready recommendations, and action plans regarding programs and projects of importance to the organization so the Boards may effectively carry out their responsibilities.
- Drive innovative thinking around programs, communications, publications, membership benefits, continuing education, meetings & events, advocacy and industry issues.
Fundraising and Grant Management- In coordination with the association's Foundation, develop and execute a comprehensive revenue strategy spanning grants, corporate sponsorships, institutional partnerships, and philanthropic giving.
- Lead grant proposal development and submission, oversee the team in preparing and organizing grant submission materials, and monitor grant execution.
- Oversee deliverables for reporting requirements for grants and government contracts.
Finance, Governance and Operations- Work with finance team to ensure fiscal integrity, including annual budgets, monthly financials, audits, grant compliance, and legal obligations for 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3).
- Maintain policies and procedures aligned with nonprofit best practices and Etherio standards.
- Manage association staff and consultants, including contractual consultant agreements. Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture aligned with associations goals.
MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree: advanced degree (i.e. MD, PhD, MBA, MPH, MPP, MPA) and/or Certified Association Executive (CAE) strongly preferred
- Healthcare experience: 10 years or more
- Association Management: 10 years or more highly preferred
- Hands-on budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting.
- Marketing experience with keeping and attracting new members in non-profit organizations.
- Demonstrated experience working with governing boards and volunteer leadership.
- Fundraising and grant management skills and experience required.
- Strong strategic planning skills, including program development and project leadership experience.
- Demonstrated ability to oversee, recruit, and collaborate with strategic partners.
- Knowledge of continuing education provider recognition.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient with web-based tools and technology.
- Ability to maintain composure and remain calm under pressure with a positive attitude.
- Excellent computer and database management skills; experience with website management, association management systems and registration systems preferred.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Etherio retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
WORKPLACE LOCATION REQUIREMENTSThis position is fully Remote and will work with the core team based in the Washington, DC area.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSAbility to travel at most 20% per year.
SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTSRequires flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends to meet client, event, or company needs.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
- Must be able to remain either in a stationary sitting position for extended periods (such as when working in the office), while also being able to stand and/or move for extended periods (such as when executing events onsite).
- Need to lift, carry, push, or drag boxes or equipment up to 30 lbs.
- Frequently moves inside the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Need to adapt and function in various physical settings (for example, conference centers, indoor and outdoor spaces).
- Occasionally required to position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner.
- Frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Frequently uses computers and other electronic equipment.
