Executive Director

Company Description Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Pocono empowers girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident through fun, experience-based curricula that creatively integrate running. As the only national physical activity-based, positive youth development program for girls with an evidence-based curriculum, trained coaches, and a commitment to serving all girls, the organization delivers a uniquely strong impact on participants’ lives. Programs focus on building social, psychological, and physical skills, helping girls learn to manage emotions, resolve conflict, support others, and make thoughtful decisions. Each season culminates in a community service project and a celebratory, non-competitive 5K event that reinforces confidence through accomplishment and meaningful connection.Role Description The Executive Director is a full-time leader responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and financial management of Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Pocono. This hybrid role is based in Allentown, PA, with a mix of on-site responsibilities and work from home flexibility. Day-to-day tasks include overseeing program delivery and quality, supporting and supervising staff, coaches, and volunteers, and ensuring alignment with the mission and national standards. The Executive Director will manage budgets, fundraising initiatives, grant applications, and donor relationships, while cultivating partnerships with schools, community organizations, and sponsors. Additional responsibilities include overseeing marketing and communications, leading community outreach, maintaining compliance with policies and regulations, and reporting regularly to the board of directors on organizational performance and impact.Qualifications Demonstrated leadership and management experience, including staff supervision, team development, and strategic planning.Proven ability in fundraising and development, such as cultivating donors, securing sponsorships, and managing grant proposals.Experience in community engagement and partnership building with schools, nonprofits, and local organizations.Strong skills in program oversight, including planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of youth-focused initiatives.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to represent the organization to diverse stakeholders and the media.Solid budgeting and financial management skills, including monitoring expenses, revenue, and organizational sustainability.Comfort with hybrid work, including proficiency with common office software, virtual collaboration tools, and database or CRM systems.Commitment to positive youth development, equity, and inclusion, and alignment with the mission and values of Girls on the Run.Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, education, social work, business, or related discipline), or equivalent combination of education and experience.Previous nonprofit or youth-serving organization experience is highly beneficial; familiarity with the Lehigh Valley and Pocono communities is a plus.