Executive Director

Are you a compassionate, driven, and visionary leader ready to guide an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners? Do you believe in the power of community, education, and holistic support? Are you enthusiastic about inspiring donors, building strong teams, and scaling programming to expand an organization’s impact?

If so, you may be the next Executive Director of the Parkinson Association of the Carolinas (PAC).

About PAC

PAC is a trusted, reliable resource in the Parkinson’s community across North and South Carolina. Through well-regarded educational programs, support groups, and exercise classes, the organization uplifts and empowers people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.

From urban centers to rural communities, PAC serves thousands—offering connection, resources, and hope. The organization is currently well-funded and poised for growth, with a committed Board and dedicated staff eager to expand programming, increase geographic reach, and deepen relationships with donors and community partners.

The organization is led by a Board of Directors of four and a staff of three. The budget is nearly $500k with the income coming from 40% individuals, 35% events, 18% corporate sponsorship, 3% grants, and 4% endowment.

To learn more about PAC visit: https://www.parkinsonassociation.org

Key Responsibilities

Nonprofit Management and Strategic Leadership

• Provide visionary and hands-on leadership across all facets of nonprofit operations, including program delivery, staff management, financials, compliance, human resources, and strategic planning—ensuring PAC runs efficiently, aligns with its mission, and is positioned for sustainable growth.
• Lead the execution of a clear and compelling strategic vision that centers on growth, trust-building, and operational excellence.
• Serve as the face of PAC in the community, representing the organization with confidence, integrity, and empathy.

Board and Staff Leadership

• Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with the Board, including recruiting and onboarding new members to build an engaged and effective governance body.
• Inspire and align the Board, staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders behind a shared vision for the future.
• Support staff through coaching, mentorship, and team building—fostering a positive, accountable, and mission-driven work culture.
• Define clear expectations, roles, and processes to ensure operational excellence and strong communication.

Fundraising and Donor Engagement

• Invigorate donor relationships through thoughtful stewardship, transparent communication, and a culture of gratitude.
• Partner with the Development & Major Gift Director to diversify and expand revenue streams with a focus on major gifts, fundraising, sponsorships, and individual giving.
• Collaborate with the Development & Major Gift Director and the Board to implement a 3-year fundraising plan to significantly grow financial support and sustainability.

 Program and Operational Oversight

• In collaboration with the Program Director, ensure high-quality program delivery and ongoing improvement across all service offerings, with a focus on expanding access.
• Promote consistency in internal systems, fiscal responsibility, and compliance.
• Enhance volunteer management and community partnerships to amplify impact.

Key Attributes and Qualifications

We seek a leader who is both strategic and relational—someone who leads with heart and delivers with results. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Passion for PAC’s mission and a desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of people with Parkinson’s.
• Nonprofit executive leadership experience, ideally including organizational transformation.
• Proven fundraising ability, especially with major donors and sponsorships.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire and engage stakeholders.
• Empathy and active listening, balanced with the ability to hold people accountable and drive impact.
• Experience building and coaching teams, with a track record of staff development and culture building.
• Strong board relations experience, including recruiting, engaging, and partnering with a Board of Directors.
• Financial acumen and operational management experience.

Think you are the next Director?

To apply, click on the link to the Parkinson Association of the Carolinas Executive Director position profile at https://jobs.armstrongmcguire.com/. You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. Please provide all requested information to be considered. In case of any technical problems, contacttalent@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

 Review of candidates will begin in April with a soft application deadline of April 31.

Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position with a range of $100,000 to $110,000. Benefits include 70% coverage of employee-only medical insurance; 15 PTO days; 10 holidays; and SEP Retirement Distribution equal to 5% of employee's gross annual salary. Must work a full year before being eligible to participate in the SEP distribution. PAC has a hybrid office environment of two remote days per week.

PAC is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.

About Armstrong McGuire

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