The client is seeking a Director of Impact for Girls on the Run Chicago (GOTRC), the largest affiliate of Girls on the Run International. The organization is dedicated to empowering girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident through a fun, experience-based curriculum that integrates running. The Director of Impact will provide visionary leadership for the delivery, evolution, and sustainability of all organizational programs, ensuring they meet the needs of the community while remaining rooted in the mission. This role will work closely with the Executive Director to set organizational priorities, drive strategies forward, and cultivate meaningful relationships with staff, volunteers, and external partners.
The Director of Impact will lead a team of three and oversee all programmatic operations, including youth development, volunteer coach engagement, technology, and program site recruitment and retention. They will serve as an advisor to the Executive Director, represent GOTRC across various stakeholders, collaborate with the leadership team to align goals, and work with the Development Department to assess funding opportunities and steward donor relationships. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thought leader who can also execute plans effectively, contributing to the organization's mission of inspiring girls to reach their full potential.
GOTRC is currently in year three of an equity-centered strategic plan, aiming to improve program quality for girls in under-resourced communities and increase philanthropic support. The Director of Impact will play a key role in advancing this plan, ensuring that external programming and internal practices align with the organization's values and commitment to a culture of belonging. This is an exciting opportunity for a bold and strategic leader to make a lasting impact on an organization that has already empowered over 105,000 participants and continues to inspire girls to boldly pursue their dreams.