Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2fo5xt

Friends of the Children Executive Director – Stockton Friends of the Children is seeking a passionate, committed leader to use their expertise, wisdom, vision, community knowledge, and connection to Stockton to lead Friends of the Children in San Joaquin County. Our model is proven to impact generational change by empowering youth who are facing the greatest obstacles through relationships with paid professional mentors – 12+ years, no matter what. As Executive Director for our Stockton chapter, you will work with community leaders, schools, non‑profit partners and investors to significantly impact foster care and intergenerational poverty in the region.Advocacy and Leadership Friends of the Children – Stockton Executive Director will be a passionate advocate for children and families facing life's greatest challenges and will be effective at communicating the urgency of our mission and success of our outcomes. They will be a dynamic and engaging spokesperson for the organization and will excel at networking and fundraising with donors, corporate leaders, foundations, and the communities we serve.Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have experience in working with community leaders, caregivers, families, and children, deeply understanding and having the ability to consider the unique challenges facing children and families in Stockton. They will have good business acumen, an entrepreneurial spirit, a soft heart for kids and unwavering hope for the impact our program can have for communities in the region. They will be equally skilled at leading strategic planning, reviewing financial statements, overseeing program evaluation, and securing financial support.Values and Culture As Executive Director you will be passionate about providing competent services to individuals, families, and groups from various backgrounds. The right leader will be fiercely committed to creating a culture of belonging and will ensure that every aspect of the organization's mission is executed with full engagement of the youth, families and communities. They will be aware of the challenges facing families in Stockton and committed to walking alongside them to help overcome obstacles and rewrite their stories.What We OfferOpportunity to work with an engaged, motivated Board that works hard, gives generously, and raises funds.Chance to enhance the circle of resources available to youth and families, particularly youth and families who have experienced significant challenges in life.A team of talented employees who are passionate about working together to create an extraordinary and impactful organization.Strong, cohesive National team support committed to innovation and high standards.Respect for work‑life harmony for yourself and others. Bring your full self to work and lead by example by integrating work and personal life with attention to self‑care.A culture of belonging where every staff member is respected and valued.A comprehensive benefit package.Compensation commensurate with experience. $145k‑$165k (salary with incentive)Most of all, you get to lead an exceptional organization that helps children facing incredible odds change their life story every day.Basic Function / Position Objective The Executive Director is responsible for leading Friends of the Children – Stockton. They provide overall leadership, management, strategic vision, and accountability for results. To ensure sustainability,



they must have an entrepreneurial spirit and the strategic skills to envision what the organization can become and the operational management capabilities to make it a reality.Essential Functions and Responsibilities LeadershipProvide enthusiastic leadership, inspiration, strategic direction, focus, and long‑term vision for the organization.Be the lead fundraising champion and enthusiastic spokesperson, ambassador and advocate for Friends of the Children – Stockton.Model and ensure high professional and ethical standards throughout the organization.Lead the organizational effort to ensure the mutual respect of all staff and children.Lead and model Friends of the Children’s commitment to fostering an atmosphere of engagement, empowerment, and support.Work closely with the National CEO and National staff to ensure collaboration and program fidelity.Work closely with other Executive Directors in California to align around opportunities for leadership, fundraising and statewide collaboration.Be able to break tasks and initiatives into sizable chunks and milestones, then select when and how to conquer them strategically.Collaborate with National and network leadership to promote and grow Friends of the Children locally and across the country.Demonstrate fundraising and development results.Strategic thinker, with the ability to research, design, develop, integrate, implement, and sustain programs, projects, and ideas related to the organization.Ability to anticipate problems and focus on details.Experience working with a community‑based organization and with children’s issues.Working knowledge and experience in Stockton’s philanthropic and business communities; ability to cultivate and sustain senior‑level relationships.Ability to cultivate and sustain relationships and work effectively with a wide variety of constituencies, including staff, program children, donors, Board members, and community partners.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A team player with exceptional interpersonal skills at all levels.Strong decision‑making, organizational and time‑management, delegation, and follow‑up skills.Solid, effective leadership and supervisory skills; ability to set goals, provide direction, ensure accountability, and motivate others.Ability to develop, maintain, and inspire others to buy into the vision of a growing organization.Proven ability to solve problems and meet deadlines and budgets in a fast‑paced startup‑type environment.Ability to assess opportunities and mitigate strategic risks while monitoring progress and making timely course corrections.DevelopmentEstablish long‑term strategic direction resulting in clear development goals, objectives, and results.Cultivate and sustain meaningful relationships with major donors.Define, prioritize, and participate in major development efforts.Drive effective and positive public and community relations.Work closely with public officials to develop a funding base that includes appropriate amounts of city, county, state, and federal funding.Work with the nonprofit community to implement and sustain strategic partnerships and collaborations.Strategic Planning and Annual OperationsDevelop and maintain long and short‑term plans, including strategic plans, annual operating plans and budgets, and revenue and expense projections.Work with the Board of Directors to develop, and with staff to implement,



strategic plans that identify three, five, and ten‑year goals and objectives.ProgramEnsure program fidelity.Ensure that youth and their caregivers receive the highest quality of service.Ensure quality feedback loops for program participants.Set expectations for organizational performance and monitor program performance outcomes.Work with the Program Director to ensure systems validate effective program implementation.Ensure training and development of program staff to meet program requirements.Ensure appropriate organizational structure within the program to maximize effectiveness and results.Financial Management, Human Resources, AdministrativeMonitor and drive financial performance, including revenue and expenditures.Ensure accurate and timely communications with the Board of Directors and staff.Maximize human resources; ensure effective supervision, guidance, development, and evaluation of all staff, and foster a positive morale and employee retention environment.Maximize organizational effectiveness without compromising program and organizational performance.Collaborate with, and benefit from, National team Finance, HR and Operational resources.Essential Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated fundraising and development results.Strategic thinker with the ability to research, design, develop, integrate, implement, and sustain programs, projects, and ideas related to the organization.Ability to anticipate problems and focus on details.Experience working with a community‑based organization and children’s issues.Working knowledge and experience in Stockton’s philanthropic and business communities; ability to cultivate and sustain senior‑level relationships.Ability to cultivate and sustain relationships and work effectively with a wide variety of constituencies, including staff, program children, donors, Board members, and community partners.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A team player with exceptional interpersonal skills at all levels.Strong decision‑making, organizational and time‑management, delegation, and follow‑up skills.Strong, effective leadership and supervisory skills; ability to set goals, provide direction, ensure accountability, and motivate others.Ability to develop, maintain, and inspire others to buy into the vision of a growing organization.Proven ability to solve problems and meet deadlines and budgets in a fast‑paced startup‑type environment.Ability to assess opportunities and mitigate strategic risks while monitoring progress and making timely course corrections.The ideal candidate will have the following Education, Experience, and AbilitiesBachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred.Ten years’ experience in non‑profit or similar management and fundraising capacity, in progressively responsible roles.Demonstrated success leading an organization and motivating others within a fast‑paced, constantly‑changing work environment.Location Stockton, CaliforniaCompensation $145k‑$165k (salary with incentive)Cover Letter Applications without cover letters will not be considered; please use this as an opportunity to convey what you would contribute by being the Executive Director at Friends of the Children – Stockton.Friends of the Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to addressing discriminatory practices. The equal employment opportunity policy provides fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.To know more about Friends of the Children – Stockton go to:

Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2fo5xt

📌 Executive Director- Stockton
🏢 Friends of the Children - Stockton
📍 Stockton