Job Number:
HC-03848
Date Posted:
March 22, 2026
Position Title:
Executive Director
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Cradles to Crayons (C2C)
Reports To:
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Contact:
Salary:
$175,000–$185,000 annually
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Cradles to Crayons (C2C) is seeking an accomplished, innovative, and mission-driven leader to serve as Executive Director of Philadelphia, guiding one of the organization’s core markets in providing essential resources for children and families in need.Strategic Leadership, Fundraising and External Relations, Operations & Program Management, Volunteer Management10+ years of leadership and strategic planning experience in complex, entrepreneurial, mission-driven organizations during periods of change and expansion.
Responsibilities:
• Model and lead a positive “One Cradles” culture, underpinned by Cradles’ Cultural Values and Norms.
• Lead the Philadelphia market, overseeing management of all functions, including development, programs, teams, operations, facilities management, purchasing, and budgeting.
• Sit on the national Senior Leadership Team, contributing insight and expertise to organizational strategy, initiatives, and goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and cash flow for a market budget of over $3 million.
• In collaboration with the COO, set programmatic direction for the site, evaluate opportunities for innovative new programs, and ensure the effectiveness and satisfaction of current programs, including the learning and operational imperatives of The Giving Corps.
• Build and steward relationships with key community stakeholders and supporters; leverage organizational assets and cultivate high-impact partnerships.
Qualifications:
• Passion for C2C’s mission and alignment with C2C values.
• Demonstrated experience as a strategic leader, liaison, and collaborator with internal and external stakeholders.
• 10+ years of leadership and strategic planning experience in complex, entrepreneurial, mission-driven organizations during periods of change and expansion.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, including corporate sponsorships, foundations, individual donors, and government agencies; proven track record of closing 5- and 6-figure gifts.
• Experience working with and leveraging a strong, high-profile, civic-minded Board.
• Experience building, managing, and leading high-performing teams.
Instructions:
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Other:
Equal opportunity employer. and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
