Chief Executive Officer - Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation
Chief Executive Officer - Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation
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Job Announcement: Chief Executive Officer - Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation
Executive search firm Joyful Jobs is recruiting a Chief Executive Officer on behalf of the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation.
The Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF) is a Tucson-based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting health well-being and social justice for people living with HIV LGBTQ individuals and communities impacted by marginalization. SAAF offers a comprehensive range of programs and services including HIV prevention and care housing assistance case management mental health counseling youth and LGBTQ support services and community education. Driven by a mission to cultivate inclusive and affirming spaces SAAF works to reduce health disparities and support underserved populations through advocacy outreach and compassionate care.
Position Summary
SAAF seeks a visionary community-engaged Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization into its next phase of impact and growth. Reporting to the Board of Directors the CEO provides strategic and operational leadership across all facets of the organization including finance development programming and human resources. The CEO plays a critical external-facing role in cultivating community partnerships leading fundraising efforts championing equity-based advocacy and fostering a collaborative and inclusive internal culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nonprofit executive committed to health equity LGBTQ justice and harm reduction.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to maintain financial health mission alignment and long-term sustainability.
Cultivate diverse funding sources including grants contracts and individual donors.
Oversee program development compliance and evaluation to ensure community-centered data-informed services.
Foster a positive inclusive and trauma-informed workplace culture that supports staff development and well-being.
Represent SAAF in public forums media and advocacy spaces; build relationships with stakeholders and government entities.
Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors supporting governance transparency and strategic growth.
Core Competencies
Fundraising & Development: Demonstrated success developing and executing sustainable funding strategies.
Leadership: Ability to inspire and manage high-performing teams and create a positive organizational culture.
Advocacy & Community Engagement: Skilled in representing marginalized communities in policy media and partner forums.
Strategic Vision: Ability to align operations with long-term goals and community needs.
Financial Oversight: Strong fiscal management and grant compliance expertise.
Education Qualifications and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration Organizational Management or other relevant degree.
At least 7 years of nonprofit leadership experience including budget management financial reports and strategy and fundraising.
Knowledge of grant compliance reporting and development.
Access to reliable transportation a valid AZ Drivers License and insurable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working within HIV/AIDS harm reduction or LGBTQ service organizations or deep familiarity with SAAFs mission and communities is strongly preferred.
Masters Degree or Law Degree JD MBA MPA or similar
10 years of progressive leadership experience.
Experience working with a board of directors including financial reports and policy development.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite databases and financial software.
Working Conditions
This is a sedentary role within a professional office environment with occasional travel required between SAAF campuses and partner sites. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals.
Affirmative Action & Inclusion
SAAF is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from people who are LGBTQ BIPOC have lived experience with HIV/AIDS or harm reduction services have experienced housing insecurity or belong to other marginalized groups.
About Tucson Arizona
Less than 2 hours south of Phoenix Tucson offers the perfect blend of vibrant city life and stunning natural landscapes making it a compelling place to work and live. Nestled in the Sonoran Desert and surrounded by five mountain ranges the city boasts over 350 days of sunshine annually and easy access to 165 miles of hiking biking and horseback trails including Saguaro National Park and the scenic Loop trail network. Escape to the beach in Rocky Point Mexico with just a 4-hour trip or see snow (sometimes even enough to ski) on Mount Lemmon during the winter with only an hour-long drive. The cost of living remains below the national averageabout 34% cheaper with particularly affordable housing and groceries. Tucson is also nationally recognized as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy offering a rich culinary scenefrom historic Sonoran-style Mexican spots like El Charro Caf and El Gero Canelo to farm-to-table and innovative dining experiences. Beyond food Tucson thrives with arts culture and outdoor festivalsplus proximity to world-class wellness retreats universities and tech growthall within a welcoming and diverse community. Tucson truly offers something for everyone. Young adults benefit from the dynamic energy of the University of Arizona nationally ranked programs and a youthful downtown scene filled with music art and nightlife. Families enjoy a variety of excellent charter and magnet schools and family-friendly attractions like Reid Park Zoo and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. Retirees are drawn to Tucsons serene desert setting mild winters and strong communities including popular retirement and active adult living developments. Candidates relocating from outside Arizona are sure to find Tucsons blend of affordability lifestyle and cultural vitality both refreshing and rewarding.
Interview process and timeline:
The application period will be open until July 9th 2025 and phone interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis throughout the application period. Selected top candidates will undergo Zoom and/or in-person interviews from mid-July through early September. The selected leader can expect to begin employment in October 2025.
View the full job description here: through link on this page (resume and cover letter required).
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
