RE-OPENED: Part-Time Executive Director

Organization: Going Beyond the Pink, Nonprofit Supporting Breast Cancer Survivors
Position Type: Part-Time, Reports To Board of Directors
Location: Wilmington, NC (in-office; not remote) 
Hours: 30 hours per week 

Position Overview

Going Beyond the Pink’s mission is to empower breast cancer patients and survivors with knowledge and support so they can thrive through treatment into survivorship. We are seeking a part-time Executive Director (ED) to provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the organization’s mission of supporting breast cancer survivors through education, programs, advocacy, and community connection. The ED serves as the primary spokesperson, relationship builder, and organizational steward, ensuring programs are effective, sustainable, and responsive to the survivor community.

Key Responsibilities

Mission, Vision & Strategy

  • Lead the development and implementation of the organization’s strategic plan in partnership with the Board.

  • Ensure all initiatives align with organizational values and address the evolving needs of breast cancer survivors.

  • Represent the organization in the community and collaborate with partner agencies, healthcare providers, and civic organizations to advance the mission.

  • Protect organizational reputation and credibility.

Fundraising & Resource Development

  • Lead fundraising strategy including donor stewardship, campaigns, major gifts, events, and grants.

  • Identify grant opportunities, write proposals, and oversee reporting for awarded grants.

  • Represent the organization as the public-facing lead for third-party fundraisers, initiatives, including attending planning meetings, supporting promotion, and cross-promoting campaigns through organizational channels

  • Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and reconciliation of fundraising revenue across platforms and events

Marketing, Communications & Advocacy

  • Increase organization visibility through effective marketing and communications.

  • Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization, educating the public and representing the survivor community.

Financial Management & Administration

  • Develop and manage the annual budget.

  • Ensure financial integrity, sound internal controls, and adherence to all legal and compliance requirements.

  • Oversee daily operations, including HR, facilities, technology, and administrative systems.

Board of Engagement & Governance

  • Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to support governance, strategic decision-making, and organizational development.

  • Provide timely, accurate reports on organizational health, finances, and program outcomes.

  • Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of board members and committees.

  • Ensure grant, legal, and ethical compliance

  • Managing reporting deadlines

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, public health, social work, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 5+ years of leadership experience within nonprofits, healthcare, community services, or related fields.

  • Experience managing staff and volunteers.

  • Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant writing, and donor engagement.

  • Strong financial management and budgeting experience.

  • Excellent communication and community-building skills.

Preferred:

  • Experience working with cancer survivors or in a health-related nonprofit.

  • Deep expertise in breast health, survivorship, or oncology-adjacent work

  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care, survivorship programs, or patient navigation.

  • Familiarity with Quickbooks.com, Google Workspace, Canva, Kit, Monday.com, Trello, Squarespace, and Givelively.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic and visionary leadership

  • Relationship and coalition building

  • Empathy and cultural humility

  • Operational and financial acumen

  • Public speaking and advocacy

  • Entrepreneurial mindset and adaptability

Compensation & Benefits

  • Part-time: 30-hours/week

  • Salary range: $45,000 - $55,000 annually, based on experience;

  • Benefits: one week PTO, PTO during winter holiday break, and paid Federal holidays.

How to Apply

Complete the below form. No Phone Calls.

Going Beyond the Pink is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status. Submitting an application does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. 

Application: Part-Time Executive Director

To apply, please complete the following form and attach an updated resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Going Beyond the Pink will follow the following process for reviewing candidates:

  • Screening interviews will be conducted virtually

  • Second interviews, if applicable, will be conducted in-person at the Going Beyond the Pink office located in the Independence Mall, Wilmington, NC

  • If selected for a second interview, you will be asked to submit a brief writing sample (a grant proposal prompt will be provided).

  • This position will remain open to applications until the right candidate it identified.