Executive Director

About Alliance for Greater Works 

Alliance for Greater Works is a mission-driven, faith-based, nonprofit organization that strengthens leaders and community organizations to improve the well-being of under-resourced communities. As a backbone organization, we specialize in culturally responsive capacity building, collaborative strategy development, community transformation, and evaluation services—grounded in principles of compassion, equity, and measurable impact. 

Since our founding, we have equipped nonprofits, community organizations, and local networks across Texas and beyond to advance sustainable change. Our vision is bold: to build resilient organizations and thriving communities by expanding our reach nationally, supporting diverse leaders, and convening cross-sector partners committed to justice and community well-being. 

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a strategic, mission-aligned, and execution-focused Executive Director to lead the Alliance into its next phase of growth and expanded impact. 

The Executive Director will oversee organizational operations, strategy, fundraising, cultural, and external engagement. The ideal candidate will bring extensive nonprofit leadership experience, a strong commitment to community empowerment, and a passion for strengthening organizations through capacity building and collective action. 

In this role, you will work closely with a committed board and dedicated team to scale our work regionally and nationally, diversify funding, and advance equity-driven solutions in communities disproportionately affected by systemic barriers. 

Key Responsibilities 

Strategic & Visionary Leadership 

• Champion and communicate the mission, vision, and Christian identity of Alliance for Greater Works. 

• Lead strategic planning and organizational development in collaboration with the Board of Directors. 

• Represent the organization as a thought leader in the nonprofit, philanthropic and faith sectors. 

Fundraising & Financial Oversight 

• Develop and implement a sustainable fund development strategy that includes grants, major gifts, and partnerships. 

• Cultivate and steward donor relationships that align with the organization's mission and Christian values. 

• Oversee the annual budget, financial reporting, and long-term fiscal planning in partnership with staff and board. 

Team & Culture Development 

• Build, manage, and empower a diverse, high-performing staff and consultant team. 

• Foster a spiritually grounded, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture. 

• Implement staff development, coaching, and accountability systems aligned with faith and performance. 

Program Impact & Community Engagement 

• Oversee the design and delivery of capacity-building programs, training, evaluation, and consulting services. 

• Strengthen and expand faith-based and cross-sector partnerships at the local and national level. 

• Ensure programs are data-informed, culturally relevant, and aligned with community-identified needs. 

Qualifications 

• Demonstrated commitment to values-driven leadership and service, including the ability to lead in ways that honor the organization’s faith-based mission. 

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MA, MBA, MPA, M.Div., or equivalent) strongly preferred. 

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 5 years at the executive or senior leadership level—preferably in a nonprofit, foundation, or mission-aligned organization. 

• Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, and fiscal management. 

• Strong strategic thinking, execution, and organizational development capabilities. 

• Inspirational communicator with exceptional public speaking and relationship-building skills. 

• Cultural humility and deep understanding of issues impacting communities, the church and under-resourced populations. 

• Demonstrated ability to work across theological, racial, and socio-economic lines while maintaining Christian integrity and unity. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Compensation is competitive, including health insurance and is commensurate with experience. Benefits include hybrid work flexibility, paid time off, and some professional development support.