Position Overview:
The CEO of Women’s Bean Project is a visionary leader responsible for driving organizational success, enhancing culture, and empowering a high – performance team. Reporting to the Board of Directors , the CEO serves as the primary representative of WBP, guiding it’s mission of empowering women through social enterprise. This role demands strategic leadership, operational excellence, and deep engagement in external parterships, fundraising, and advocacy efforts. The ideal candiate embodies a passion for social change, with a proven ability to inspire, strategize, and manage complexIity in a rapidly evolving enviorment.
Key Responsibilities:
As the face of WBP, the CEO provides thoughtful and decisive leadership that blends strategy, innovation, and collaboration to achieve organizational goals. The role centers around three core pillars: strategic vision, team leadership, and external engagement.
Strategic Vision and Organizational Leadership:
The CEO leads the development and implementation of WBP’s strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the organization’s values and long -term goals. With input from the Board of Directors and senior leadership , the CEO sets the strategic direction, overseeing both program development and business growth initiatives.
This role requires balancing visionary thinking with actionable execution. The CEO analyzes trends, monitors performance metrics, and applies innovative solutions to advance WBP’s mission. In moments of ambiguity, they make informed decisions that drive both impact and sustainability.
Team Leadership and Culture Building:
The CEO fosters an inclusive, empowering culture across all departments, ensuring alignment with the organization’s core values. They mentor and manage the senior leadership team, driving excellence and accountability throughout the organization.
WBP seeks a leader who nurtures diversity, equitity, and inclusion, promoting a workplace where all voices are valued. The CEO actively champions internal equity strategies, ensuring marginalized communities are supported and reflected within WBP’s operations and culture. Through collaboration, they inspire teamwork and innovation, creating an enviorment where employees thrive, and mission goals are met.
Governance and Financial Oversight:
The CEO works closely with the Board of Directors to maintain open communication, providing updates on organizational performance, legal compliance, and strategic initiatives. They collaborate with the Board to review and refine WBP’s mission and policies, building consensus and support among key stakeholders.
In addition to leading fiscal management efforts, the CEO ensures operational efficency and legal compliance, particulary regarding food production standards and worker safety. They oversee the development and execution of the annual budget, driving financial sustainability while maintaining sound internal controls.
Resource Development and Fundraising:
A key aspect of the role involves building relationships with donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors to secure sustainable funding. The CEO collaborates with the development team to lead major fundraising efforts and capital campaigns, ensuring alignment with WBP’s mission and values. They also drive new partnerships and grants, fostering innovative funding streams to support WBP’s growth.
The ideal candiate will lead by example, activley engaging with donors and business partners to build lasting relationships . They strategically position the Board of Directors to support fundraising initiatives and leverage community networks to enhance visibility and credibility.
External Relations, Advocacy, and Thought Leadership:
As WBP’s chief ambassador, the CEO ensures the organization maintains a strong public presence and positive reputation. They actively seek and represent WBP at key events, conferences, and media engagements, sharing the organization’s mission and impact with the community and broader audiences.
The CEO stays attuned to developments in social enterprise and policy, advocating for initiatives aligned with WBP’s mission. They cultivate partnerships with local and national organization’s to expand WBP’s influence and strengthen regional relationships.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
WBP seeks a dynamic leader with the following attributes:
Qualifications: