Director Organizational Development, Southeast

Boys & Girls Clubs of America•DC, VA, NC, SC, TN, GA, AL, MS, LA, FL, PR, DC

2d•$106,000 - $143,000•Remote

About The Position

Strengthening Leadership, Governance, and Organizational Capacity. Imagine a place where who you are, where you're from or the circumstances that surround you don’t determine your access to experiences or opportunities. Now imagine a mission, created to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The Boys & Girls Clubs are making that vision a reality in your community and communities around the world. Boys & Girls America is seeking a collaborative leader who is passionate about helping local organizations thrive. As Director, Organizational Development, Southeast, you will serve as a trusted advisor to Chief Professional Officers, Boards of Directors, providing strategic consultation that strengthens leadership, governance, organizational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability. Through partnership, coaching, and capacity-building, you'll help local Clubs maximize their impact so more young people have access to safe, high-quality experiences that change lives. The SE Region covers: DC, VA, NC, SC, TN, GA, AL, MS, LA, FL, with a strong preference for the candidate to reside in TN. Reporting to the Lead Director, Organizational Development, this remote position will be a critical support system for CEO's and Boards across a dynamic service area. You will guide strategic growth, foster leadership, and elevate board engagement to ensure the sustained success of each local organization. Your ability to navigate the complexities of organizational and leadership development, coupled with your expertise in non-profit finance, will drive meaningful change. The Ideal Candidate You are a mission-driven organizational leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, leadership development, and organizational growth. You bring a consultative mindset and enjoy partnering with CEOs, Board Chairs, and executive leaders to strengthen organizations and expand their community impact. You are energized by ambiguity and see challenges as opportunities to innovate. Rather than waiting for direction, you proactively identify solutions, build alignment, and drive meaningful outcomes. You are equally comfortable providing strategic counsel in the boardroom as you are rolling up your sleeves to support organizations through growth, leadership transitions, and operational challenges. The ideal candidate is based in Florida or Southern Georgia and is excited about supporting Clubs throughout Florida and the Southeast region. You are a relationship builder, trusted advisor, and catalyst for change who is passionate about helping organizations achieve sustainable growth and stronger outcomes for young people. About the Field Operations Group Field Operations is a large division that is Movement facing and focuses on positive youth outcomes. The Field Operations team focuses on leadership & board development, child safety & quality assurance, military & native services, youth development including life & workforce readiness, and strategic alignment. Click here, Working At BGCA, to hear from our President and CEO, Jim Clark, about what makes working at Boys & Girls Club of America (BGCA) so special.

Requirements

Significant leadership experience within the nonprofit sector, preferably serving in roles such as CEO, COO, Executive Director, Chief of Staff, or other senior leadership positions.
Demonstrated success partnering with Boards of Directors, coaching executive leaders, and supporting organizations through growth, change, and strategic planning initiatives.
Strong business acumen, including experience interpreting financial statements, assessing organizational health, and helping leaders make informed decisions that support long-term sustainability.
Exceptional relationship-building and consulting skills, with the ability to influence, advise, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders without direct authority.
Experience leading organizational development, capacity-building, governance, leadership development, or nonprofit consulting initiatives that have produced measurable results.
The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, adapting your approach to meet organizations where they are while helping them achieve their goals.
Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage audiences ranging from board members and executives to community leaders and staff.
A passion for developing leaders, strengthening organizations, and advancing outcomes for young people and communities.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Nonprofit Management, Social Services, Education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five years of experience managing, administering, or operating a Boys & Girls Club or similar youth-serving organization; or seven years of experience in organizational development, nonprofit consulting, or related advisory roles.
Ability to travel up to 70% throughout the Southeast region.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for the candidate to reside in TN.
The ideal candidate is based in Florida or Southern Georgia.

Responsibilities

Strategic Organizational Development: Partners with leaders to strengthen organizational effectiveness, sustainability, governance, and long-term strategic success.
Executive Coaching & Leadership Development: Builds trusted relationships with CEOs, Board Chairs, and leadership teams while providing guidance that strengthens leadership effectiveness and organizational performance.
Board Governance & Stakeholder Engagement: Supports boards and key stakeholders in building strong governance practices, increasing engagement, and advancing organizational priorities.
Growth & Impact Leadership: Identifies opportunities to increase organizational capacity, expand community impact, strengthen revenue growth, and reach more young people.
Relationship Building & Influence: Creates trust, builds collaborative partnerships, and effectively influences outcomes across diverse stakeholders without direct authority.
Data-Informed Decision Making: Leverages organizational assessments, performance metrics, financial information, and operational data to guide decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Change Leadership & Adaptability: Helps organizations successfully navigate change, leadership transitions, growth opportunities, and emerging challenges while maintaining focus on results.
Child Safety & Risk Management: Promotes safe environments, proactive risk management, and organizational accountability to protect youth and strengthen operational excellence.
Strategic Communication: Communicates with clarity, credibility, and purpose while tailoring messages to engage and influence a variety of audiences, from board members to community leaders.
Mission-Driven Partnership: Aligns organizational strategies and leadership practices with the Boys & Girls Clubs mission to maximize impact for youth and communities.
Participate in regional and national staff meetings, as well as contribute to the broader strategic initiatives of the organization.
Conduct face-to-face visits to ensure clubs are meeting key standards, offering hands-on support when needed to develop remediation plans and ensure continued excellence.
Be a vital part of organizational-wide projects, collaborating with peers and BGCA senior leaders to drive excellence across the movement.
Adhere to the highest ethical standards, integrating BGCA’s core values of integrity, excellence, and inclusion into all aspects of your work.
Embody the mission-driven focus that defines BGCA’s work, whether conducting safety assessments or leading a strategic growth initiative.
Shape the future of youth-focused organizations and advance our mission while building resilient organizations capable of lasting impact.