Executive Director

Greater Brookland Intergenerational Village (GBIV) is a vibrant, member-driven nonprofit dedicated to building a stronger, more connected multigenerational community in the greater Brookland area of Washington, DC. We help our neighbors in Brookland, Brentwood, Langdon, Woodridge, and University Heights develop the relationships and tools needed to age well—in place and in community. As part of the DC Village Collaborative, a network of 13 senior villages across DC, GBIV helps members thrive through social, wellness, and educational programs. We also mobilize passionate volunteers to deliver essential support services such as transportation, home maintenance, yard work, and technology assistance.

As we enter our sixth year of growth, GBIV is focused on strengthening our foundation for long-term success—supporting our volunteer committees to grow membership, expand programs, and enhance our volunteer services. Additionally, GBIV is committed to establishing policies and processes to ensure long-term organizational health. It’s an exciting moment to join us as we shape the next chapter of our work and deepen our impact in the community.

POSITION SUMMARY

GBIV is seeking a compassionate and entrepreneurial Executive Director to serve and guide our organization into its next chapter of growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a community-based nonprofit while directly impacting the lives of neighbors across generations. In this role, you will design and strengthen the systems and partnerships to build GBIV’s long-term resilience and empower our Village members to take active leadership roles to shape programs, boost membership, and establish volunteer processes. With a collaborative spirit and strategic mindset, you will recruit, inspire, and empower a network of volunteers to achieve fundraising and program goals. Most importantly, you will bring a deep commitment to GBIV’s mission: creating an inclusive, multigenerational community in support of older adults in greater Brookland.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising

Manage and support the Development Committee and part-time Administrative Assistant to:

• Cultivate long-term relationships with foundations, individuals, corporate sponsors, and neighborhood partners;
• Execute fundraising activities, including the annual giving campaign, donor cultivation events, and annual fundraiser, while pursuing new grants or sponsorship opportunities;
• Partner with DC Villages Collaborative to solicit and maintain funding from DC government and other foundations;
• Manage and streamline impact evaluation tools to measure and share GBIV’s impact internally and externally, with current and potential funders;
• Ensure grant compliance and prepare required reports for funders.

Partner Engagement

• Actively participate in the DC Village Collaborative;
• Grow partnerships with like-minded nonprofits, faith-based groups, government agencies, other Villages, and companies that work to support older adults;
• Work with the board to stay visible in front of the City Council and testify at performance oversight and budget hearings; and
• Support and enhance GBIV’s branding and visibility in our community.

Member Management

Manage and support the Membership & Volunteer Committee to:

• Recruit and onboard new Village members, including tabling at community outreach events, hosting info sessions (in-person and virtual), presenting to community partners, and conducting one-on-ones and informational sessions;
• Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, and volunteer deployment for both one-on-one volunteers and strategic volunteers (those that serve on a committee level);
• Ensure a high level of member engagement, including one-on-ones, check-in calls, house visits, and digital communications to make sure members are informed and connected to Village programs and services;
• Manage and facilitate member requests for services, whether by connecting them with a Village volunteer or making referrals to other city-wide services;
• Administer and evaluate annual membership survey to measure outcomes and improve member satisfaction—providing actionable recommendations for improvement to relevant committees and GBIV’s Board.

Program Management

Manage and support the Program Committee and a part-time Community Organizer to:

• Coordinate and promote high-quality events and programs that meet community needs within the scope of GBIV’s mission;
• Track and manage program budget to ensure related costs are aligned with strategic goals and priorities;
• Organize seasonal appreciation events;
• Survey members to solicit suggestions and feedback; and
• Manage registration, attendance, and follow-up.

Organizational and Fiduciary Operations

Manage and support the board of directors and a part-time Administrative Assistant to:

• Cultivate and strengthen GBIV’s board of directors and committees, providing regular board reports;
• Create annual budget and strategic goals;
• Oversee finances with support from GBIV’s accountant and board treasurer, including overseeing government grant reimbursements, payroll, expense tracking and coding, and vendor payments;
• Ensure compliance with state and federal law (e.g., annual 990, taxes, insurance, DC’s Clean Hands mandate, etc.);
• Manage Village infrastructure (i.e., office space, equipment, website and database, payment processing companies, and phone service); and
• Direct team roles and evaluate employee performance.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must Haves:

• Commitment to GBIV’s mission
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative leadership style
• Experience building relationships with diverse groups of individuals
• Entrepreneurial spirit with exceptional time-management skills
• Experience facilitating workshops, planning events, and managing volunteers
• Experience organizing volunteer committees
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven record in fundraising and development
• Experience with board cultivation and engagement
• Experience with individual donor cultivation and stewardship
• Experience using G Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.), Canva, Mailchimp, Adobe, Quickbooks, and member databases
• Experience managing and delegating responsibilities to staff and volunteers

A Plus:

• Familiarity with or lived experience in the greater Brookland area
• Experience supporting the well-being and self-determination of older adults
• Familiarity with the senior service landscape of DC
• Prior social work experience
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

COMPENSATION, WORK HOURS & REMOTE WORK

This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $78,000 to $80,000. GBIV offers a healthcare stipend of $5K annually and unlimited annual paid time off. The ED is expected to work occasional evenings and weekends for programs and trainings. The ED will be able to perform some of their duties remotely, but will be expected to be in greater Brookland for some portion of each week. Residency in Brookland not required.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

The position is subject to a probationary period of the first 90 days of employment. This is to provide a period during which the employee's performance can be evaluated to determine if their performance, ability, willingness, and dependability merit continuation for employment. Subsequent performance evaluations will be held at the employee’s annual anniversary date of employment and led by the board president.

The ED will report directly to the Board of Directors.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your cover letter and resume to the GBIV Board through this form. The application will close October 20, 2025, or when we receive 100 applications.

Note: If you run into issues submitting the form, please submit the following via email to gbiv-board@googlegroups.com with the subject line “Executive Director”:

• Name, email, phone number
• Resume, cover letter as attachments
• Response to the following questions:
  • Question #1: What draws you to the mission of Greater Brookland Intergenerational Village? (200 words or less)
  • Question #2: Briefly describe a successful fundraising effort or partnership you’ve led. What was the outcome? (200 words or less)
• 2 to 3 professional references (name, email, relationship to you)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If interested in the position, we encourage you to submit your application, whether or not you believe you meet all the qualifications.

GBIV is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for any open positions at GBIV.

GBIV offers a healthcare stipend of $5K annually and unlimited annual paid time off. The ED is expected to work occasional evenings and weekends for programs and trainings. The ED will be able to perform some of their duties remotely, but will be expected to be in greater Brookland for some portion of each week. Residency in Brookland not required.

Fluent in English

Spanish would be a plus!