Non-Profit Executive Search & Recruiting
Non-profit organizations face a hiring challenge that’s unlike any other sector — finding mission-driven leaders who combine the passion to serve with the business acumen to run a complex organization. At Broadreach, our non-profit executive search practice is built around that unique balance.
We work with non-profits of all types and sizes, from social service organizations and healthcare nonprofits to educational institutions, foundations, and advocacy groups. We understand that non-profit leadership isn’t just about qualifications — it’s about cultural fit, values alignment, and a genuine commitment to the mission.
The Roles We Fill
Our non-profit recruiting practice places senior leaders across program, operations, and fundraising functions, including:
- Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Development Officer and VP of Development
- Chief Operating Officer and Director of Operations
- Chief Program Officer and VP of Programs
- Chief Financial Officer and Director of Finance
- Director of Communications and Marketing leadership
- Board recruitment and governance leadership
Why Our Process Works for Non-Profit Organizations
Non-profit hiring requires patience, discretion, and a deep respect for the mission. We take the time to understand your organization’s culture, your stakeholders, and the specific leadership qualities that will drive your mission forward. We bring that same rigor to non-profit searches that we apply to our for-profit work — because mission-driven organizations deserve nothing less.
We serve non-profit clients across New England and nationwide, with particular strength in health, education, and social services.
Let’s find the leader who will take your mission to the next level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What non-profit leadership roles does Broadreach place?
Broadreach’s non-profit recruiting practice places senior leaders across program, operations, and fundraising functions, including Executive Director, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Development Officer, VP of Development, Chief Operating Officer, Director of Operations, Chief Program Officer, VP of Programs, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance, Director of Communications, marketing leadership, and board recruitment and governance leadership.
What types of non-profit organizations does Broadreach work with?
Broadreach works with non-profits of all types and sizes, from social service organizations and healthcare nonprofits to educational institutions, foundations, and advocacy groups.
What does Broadreach look for beyond qualifications in non-profit candidates?
Non-profit leadership isn’t just about qualifications — Broadreach also evaluates cultural fit, values alignment, and a genuine commitment to the organization’s mission.
Which non-profit sectors does Broadreach have particular strength in?
Broadreach serves non-profit clients across New England and nationwide, with particular strength in health, education, and social services.