Executive Director (contract to perm)

Executive Director — Women of Toledo

Toledo, OH | Full-time, on-site | 5–6 month contract with a path to permanent

Women of Toledo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to educating, engaging, and empowering women and girls across Northwest Ohio. A program of Inclusive for Women Inc., we support over 427,000 women and girls through initiatives in Economic Development, Mentorship, Advocacy, and Community Engagement — helping remove barriers to economic advancement and interrupt bias in the marketplace, workplace, family, and community.

We're looking for a steady, strategic leader to step into this role for a 5–6 month engagement, with a clear path forward: either transitioning into the permanent ED position, or helping support a permanent hire's transition if one is chosen through a broader search.

What You'll Do

→ Partner with the Board to guide organizational strategy and growth

→ Lead staff across programs, operations, and development

→ Drive fundraising strategy and manage cash flow

→ Build relationships with funders, donors, and community partners

→ Serve as the organization's primary spokesperson

→ Oversee budgets, compliance, and program quality

→ Represent Women of Toledo publicly to build visibility and partnerships

What You Bring

→ Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, public administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)

→ 3–5 years of leadership and community outreach experience

→ 2+ years of nonprofit experience with diverse communities

→ A track record in fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant writing

→ Budget development and financial oversight experience

→ Strong problem-solving skills and grace under pressure

→ A genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Compensation: Starting at $65,000/year (40 hrs/week), based on experience

To Apply: Send your cover letter and résumé to ***email_hidden*** (no phone calls, please)

Women of Toledo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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