Chief External Affairs Officer

Greenwich House • New York, NY

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

Greenwich House is a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering wellness, creativity, and connection across New York City. Founded in 1902, it now offers a diverse range of programs in health, human services, education, and the arts. The Chief External Affairs Officer (CEAO) is a senior executive leader responsible for advancing the mission, visibility, influence, and long-term sustainability of Greenwich House through exceptional external engagement. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CEAO provides strategic leadership across development and fundraising, government relations, marketing and communications, board engagement, and public affairs. This role requires a proven, results-driven leader with a strong track record of personally securing major gifts, cultivating high-level donor and corporate relationships, and successfully navigating government and public sector partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about people and making a lasting impact in New York City.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in development, communications, public affairs, or related fields.
• Established presence in the New York City philanthropic community.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts and managing complex fundraising portfolios.
• Strong understanding of New York City’s philanthropic, political, and media landscapes.
• Exceptional communication, relationship building, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing organizational change.
• Commitment to the mission, values, and community-centered work of Greenwich House.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual and multi-year fundraising strategies designed to meet or exceed organizational revenue goals.
• Oversee all philanthropic revenue streams, including major gifts, annual giving, recurring giving, institutional giving, special events, and planned giving.
• Design and execute strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward high net worth donors and institutional partners.
• Build and manage a robust major gifts pipeline with clear metrics, accountability, and results-focused outcomes.
• Provide executive oversight for foundation relations, public funding, and grant partnerships, ensuring alignment with mission priorities.
• Partner closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to advance donor engagement, solicitation strategies, and stewardship efforts.
• Support the CEO in planning and executing Greenwich House’s government relations strategy, including engagement with city, state and federal officials and agencies.
• Bring prior experience participating in government initiatives, public sector partnerships, or advocacy efforts aligned with the mission of Greenwich House.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and strategic recommendations related to government engagement and public affairs.
• Strengthen relationships with elected officials, community leaders, and public sector partners to advance organizational priorities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments that may impact Green House and provide strategic guidance to leadership.
• Provide strategic leadership for Greenwich House’s marketing and communications functions, directing brand strategy, messaging, and visual identity across all platforms.
• Ensure consistent, mission-aligned storytelling that elevates Greenwich House’s programs, impact, and thought leadership.
• Oversee media relations, public relations campaigns, and crisis communications strategy.
• Leverage data and insights to refine outreach strategies, enhance audience engagement, and measure performance.
• Oversee executive positioning to elevate Greenwich’s profile through partnerships, thought leadership, strategic speaking opportunities, media engagement, board/community representation, and public visibility initiatives.
• Actively engage and support the Board of Directors in fundraising, advocacy, and external relations.
• Lead and support relevant Board committees, including Development and Communications/Marketing.
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams across development, communications, and marketing.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence across all external affairs functions.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision insurance
• 403(b) plan
• generous paid time off
• exclusive perks and discounts for Greenwich House programs and services, including classes, lessons, and events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed