President and CEO

Food Lifeline • Seattle, WA

264d • $300,000 - $350,000

About The Position

Food Lifeline is on a mission to end hunger in Western Washington by centering the voices and leadership of communities most impacted by food insecurity. Food Lifeline believes that access to food is a basic human right and seeks to dismantle the systemic barriers that perpetuate hunger. The organization provides nourishing, culturally relevant food to 1.6 million people facing hunger by nurturing relationships with food donors such as farmers, manufacturers, and grocers. Food Lifeline distributes through a network of 300 food banks, shelters, and meal programs, enabling it to provide the equivalent of more than 233,000 meals every single day. Food Lifeline seeks an executive leader who is passionate, brings relevant, professional experience in managing an organization of similar complexity and scope, and who is driven to amplify community-centered solutions to end hunger.

Requirements

• Significant experience in leading organizations of similar complexity and scope.
• Experience in anti-hunger, anti-poverty, affordable housing, or related nonprofit sectors.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university is required; master's degree is preferred.
• Senior level expertise with prior experience reporting to a Board of Directors.

Nice To Haves

• Personal lived experience resulting in a deep understanding of Food Lifeline's mission.
• Candidates located in the Pacific Northwest or with strong connections to the area.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization in achieving its mission to end hunger in Western Washington.
• Manage strategic and high-level decision-making processes, particularly during organizational growth and expansion.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with business, civic, and nonprofit leaders.
• Report to and work with the Board of Directors, owning P&L goals and metrics.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance Options
• 401(K) retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness and Education Reimbursement Policy
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Family Bereavement leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree