Chief Executive Officer

At the Henrico Education Foundation (HEF), we believe in the power of innovation and creativity to ignite educational advancement. Our vision extends beyond academic achievement to prepare every student for success in life. By equipping students with critical thinking, problem-solving skills, resilience, and adaptability, we ensure they are "LifeReady" for an ever-changing society. We are proud to be the largest education foundation in Virginia, working tirelessly to provide all students with the resources and support they need to thrive.

HEF is an independent nonprofit organization that works closely with Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS) to provide financial resources and innovative programming to increase student achievement. HEF's work includes:

• Learning & Discovery Afterschool Enrichment Programs which provide after school enrichment activities in eight schools.
• Community Learning Centers which provide academic remediation, enrichment and family engagement programs in seven schools.
• Supporting 30 pre-K Program Centers using a mixed delivery model which will help ensure adequate space for Pre-K children so they will be prepared for kindergarten.
• Innovation Grants which provide funding to HCPS staff to implement programs specific to the needs of their students.

Our next CEO

We are seeking a dynamic, visionary, and mission-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our Education Foundation into its next chapter of impact and innovation. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of executive leadership within the nonprofit sector, with demonstrated success in financial oversight, strategic fundraising, organizational growth, and stakeholder engagement.

As the face of the organization, the CEO will drive our mission forward by developing strategic partnerships, ensuring operational excellence, and championing equitable access to quality education. This role requires a confident, collaborative leader with a deep understanding of nonprofit governance, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to inspire staff, donors, and community partners alike.

If you are a values-driven leader with a passion for education and a commitment to community impact, we invite you to apply for this unique opportunity. The next CEO will lead an organization that has seen significant growth in the last few years, with 20 full-time and 150 part-time staff executing a $8.6 million annual budget. The next CEO will have the opportunity to work with HCPS in ways that continue to improve student achievement. For more information, please see the HEF website.

Requirements

• Nonprofit Executive Leadership: Minimum of ten years of experience in nonprofit executive leadership, including direct work with a Board of Directors and overseeing both central office operations and field-based teams

• Youth Serving Field Expertise: Proven experience in the youth-serving field, education, or foundation sectors.
• Fundraising and Community Funding: Demonstrated success in leading an organization that attracts and sustains a broad base of community funding.
• Strategic Direction and Collaboration: Ability to influence the strategic direction for HEF and collaborate with HCPS and other partners, maintaining strong relationships with the Board, staff, key partnerships, and stakeholders.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated functional expertise in budgeting, oversight, nonprofit compliance, and reporting. Capacity to manage complex organizational systems and deliver results aligned with mission and fiscal responsibility.
• Leadership and Management: A collaborative and positive leadership style that promotes trust, inclusiveness, and innovation, with the ability to lead through challenges, build a culture of accountability, and coach high-performing teams.
• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business, Nonprofit Management, Education, or a related field is required. An advanced degree and/or Certified Education Foundation Leader (CEFL) credential is strongly preferred.
• This is a full-time position located in our main office and will also require regular travel throughout Henrico County.

Benefits

• Salary range of $135,000 to $165,000; commensurate with experience.
• Benefits include HCPS health and dental plans, retirement contribution and match, generous paid time off and holidays, mileage and phone stipend, and flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
• For questions, please contact apoates@henricogives.org.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree