President and CEO

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV)

Location and work environment: onsite in Saint Paul, Minnesota

About MACV

Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is a statewide nonprofit organization committed to ending veteran homelessness in Minnesota. With a team of approximately 115 dedicated staff, an annual operating budget of $21 million, and a portfolio of 230+ housing units, MACV provides comprehensive services that support stability, housing, and longterm success for veterans and their families.

Approximately 75% of MACV’s funding comes from federal and state government grants, supplemented by a broad and growing base of philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. As MACV continues to evolve services and meet rising demand, strategic development leadership is essential to fulfilling and sustaining our mission.

Position Summary

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the organization’s chief strategist, culture leader, and external ambassador. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for overall organizational leadership, strategic direction, financial sustainability, and mission impact. The CEO leads a diverse team of staff and partners while advancing equity, accountability, and collaboration across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• • Lead the development and execution of the organization’s strategic plan
  • Translate mission and values into measurable outcomes
  • Anticipate and respond to trends impacting homelessness, housing, and Veteran services

Board Relations & Governance

• • Partner closely with the Board of Directors to support effective governance
  • Provide timely, transparent information to support Board decision-making
  • Support Board development and engagement

Operational & Financial Oversight

• • Ensure operational excellence across programs and departments
  • Oversee financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal controls
  • Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and funding requirements

People & Culture Leadership

• • Foster a healthy, inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture
  • Lead, mentor, and support the senior leadership team
  • Champion equity, inclusion, and belonging in leadership and operations

External Relations & Fund Development

• • Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the organization
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, policymakers, and community partners
  • Support and participate in fundraising and resource development efforts

Systems Change & Advocacy

• • Advance strategies that address root causes of Veteran homelessness
  • Engage in policy and systems-level advocacy aligned with the organization’s mission
  • Collaborate with public and private partners to scale impact

Qualifications & Experience

• • Demonstrated senior leadership experience in a nonprofit, public, or mission-driven organization – 10 years
  • Experience leading complex organizations with multiple funding streams - $10 mil
  • Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing budgets, balance sheets
  • Proven ability to build and lead effective leadership teams, C Suite reports
  • Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors – 5 years
• Military experience or experience working in direct Veteran services– 5-7 years
  • Knowledge of housing, homelessness, Veteran services, or related services
  • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed leadership

Leadership Competencies

• • Mission-driven and values-aligned
  • Strategic and systems-oriented thinker
  • Authentic, transparent, and empathetic leader
  • Strong communicator and relationship builder
  • Decisive, accountable, and adaptable

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range of $250,000 to $350,000 commensurate with experience and aligned with the organization’s compensation philosophy. Comprehensive benefits package included.

Why Join MACV?

• • Play a key leadership role in a respected, mission-driven organization.
  • Lead philanthropic growth for a statewide nonprofit with ambitious goals.
  • Contribute directly to ending veteran homelessness in Minnesota.
  • Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to service, equity, and community impact.

Application Process –

Follow links to MACV job postings page and application for the CEO position.

Comprehensive benefits package included. 12 paid holidays.