Executive Director

Position OverviewThe Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) seeks a mission-driven, experienced, and steady leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This is a critical leadership role at a pivotal moment for the organization.Interested parties should submit a letter of interest and a resume to info@acadv.org.Key Leadership Priorities1. Organizational Stabilization & Trust RebuildingRe-establish organizational stability through consistent leadership, clear priorities, and operational disciplineRebuild trust with Board, staff, member organizations, funders, and external stakeholdersFoster a trauma-informed, transparent, and accountable cultureAssess and strengthen internal systems, governance practices, and decision-making processes2. Coalition Leadership & Member EngagementStrengthen relationships with member organizations across the stateEnsure ACADV delivers clear value as a convener, advocate, and resource hubFacilitate alignment across diverse stakeholders with varying needs and perspectivesPromote collaboration and shared accountability across the coalition3. Legislative & Public Policy LeadershipServe as ACADV’s primary liaison to state legislators, policymakers, and government agenciesAdvance a clear, member-informed legislative agendaAdvocate for policies and funding that support survivors and service providersBuild and maintain bipartisan relationships at the state level4. Operational Excellence & SustainabilityEnsure strong financial stewardship, including grant management and funding diversificationStrengthen infrastructure, including staffing, processes, and performance managementEstablish clear metrics to track organizational health and impactPartner closely with the Board to align strategy, governance, and execution5. External Leadership & RepresentationServe as a credible and visible leader within Alabama and the broader national domestic violence networkRepresent ACADV in partnerships with coalitions, nonprofits, and national organizationsCommunicate a compelling vision for ACADV’s futureCandidate ProfileRequired ExperienceSenior leadership experience in a nonprofit, coalition, or advocacy organizationDemonstrated experience working within or alongside domestic violence coalitions or aligned systemsProven success engaging with state legislatures, public policy, or government relationsExperience leading organizations through change, crisis, or rebuilding phasesCore CapabilitiesStabilizing Leadership: Brings calm, clarity, and structure in complex environmentsTrauma-Informed Leadership: Understands the impact of organizational and community trauma and leads with empathy and accountabilityStakeholder Management: Skilled at navigating diverse, and sometimes competing, interestsPolitical Acumen: Effective in legislative and policy environmentsExecution Orientation: Translates strategy into disciplined action and measurable outcomesCommunication: Transparent, consistent, and trust-buildingPersonal AttributesHigh integrity and credibilityGrounded, steady presenceStrong listener with a collaborative mindsetResilient and adaptableReporting StructureThe Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and works in close partnership with the Board Chair.LocationMontgomery, Alabama with statewide engagementInterested parties should submit a letter of interest and a resume to info@acadv.org.