We’re looking for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to join our leadership team.
The organization:
Since 1991, M+R has been an active leader in many of the biggest movements, breakthroughs, and victories on behalf of people and the planet.
With more than 130 organizers, communicators, marketers, fundraisers, and campaigners, we unleash the power of people to do good. We use online marketing, PR, and social media to engage the masses and raise money + raise hell for causes we believe in. We have served nonprofits for 30 years, leading campaigns on some of the most pressing issues of our time -- the Fight for $15 and a Union, marriage equality, family separation, Save Darfur, refugee protection, the Clean Air Act, Keystone XL, criminal justice reform, COVID economic relief, voter suppression, and defending democracy against the Big Lie.
M+R (legal name M&R Strategic Services, Inc.) is a privately held C-corporation registered in the state of New York since 1990. M+R is proudly a unionized work environment.
When you come work with us, here’s what you’ll find:
Work that is meaningful. We are a fast-paced, deadline-driven consulting firm that only works with nonprofit clients who are essential to advancing the cause of justice, alleviating suffering, and solving the greatest challenges we face.
Commitment to Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion (AEI). We envision an anti-oppressive workplace that ensures an inclusive employee experience, promotes equitable outcomes for staff, and supports clients to center accessibility and anti-racism in their programs.
Colleagues you can count on. Kind, dedicated, passionate people who work collaboratively to get things done and help you do your best.
An organization that embraces change. We strive to improve and adapt and always seek new ways that we can contribute to a just, inclusive, and sustainable world. We are also continually working on making M+R a better place for our staff.
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M+R’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will effectively manage a complex and multifaceted organization while leading the development and implementation of the firm’s business and financial strategy and will have all the accountabilities and authorities usually associated with a chief executive officer.
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The CEO will inherit a proud tradition of helping causes that inspire people to act -- alleviating suffering, fighting for human rights and democracy, dismantling inequality, making art and knowledge accessible to everyone, and fostering a healthier and sustainable world.
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The CEO will be responsible for making top-level managerial decisions; communicating and implementing the firm's vision, mission, and direction; and ensuring the overall success of the firm. The CEO will provide the necessary management, strategic direction, and articulation of vision and goals for the firm.
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The CEO will be someone with an in-depth understanding of a progressive organizational culture that incorporates inclusive decision making, has experience managing in a consulting firm, and will play a pivotal role in M+R’s client work.
Here’s what you’ll be doing in this role:
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Define and articulate M+R’s strategic vision, goals, and objectives and ensure it is effectively implemented by other leaders.
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Direct and oversee firmwide business development and marketing efforts to drive growth and achievement of revenue goals.
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Work with firm leaders to intentionally drive the direction of the firm's services to meet market demand and opportunities.
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In collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the CEO will oversee the annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
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Monitor financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and work with other leaders to implement corrective actions.
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Foster an internal culture that embraces innovative thinking, enhancing M+R’s commitment to unleashing the power of people to do good.
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Promote a culture that values agile problem solving, inclusive decision making, informed risk taking, and learning from mistakes both in the way we work internally and externally in client-facing work.
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Manage firmwide internal communications to foster effective collaboration and information sharing.
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Support AEI among M+R staff, ensuring that AEI is an integral part of M+R’s strategy and the way it works, internally and externally.
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Provide leadership and mentorship to senior executives, promoting their professional development and growth.
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Cultivate a high-performing executive team and supervise Chief Financial Officer, Chief People Officer, SVP of Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion (AEI), and VP of Special Projects.
Competencies and expertise for this role:
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Strategy and Vision -- Brings systemic, big-picture thinking and visioning to day-to-day work. Demonstrated ability to drive organizational progress, balance multiple priorities, and lead through change.
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Management and Operations -- Senior-level experience overseeing the financial and management systems required to support a thriving operation. The ability to advise, motivate, and lead a diverse staff of highly accomplished people to whom much responsibility and authority are delegated.
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Stakeholder Engagement -- Highly developed communication and relationship-building skills. Experience collaborating with a board of directors and other stakeholders to advance the mission.
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Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion -- A demonstrated commitment to using an equity lens in strategies that catalyze gains for marginalized communities; a dedication to sustaining and enriching staff diversity and ensuring AEI in the workforce.
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Energetic Ambassador -- Empathic, approachable, and energetic ambassador who can inspire internal and external constituents and catalyze action.
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Keen Business Sense -- Big picture thinker; firm commitment to fiscal responsibility; Ability to keep the firm on a profitable growth trajectory.
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Innovative and Entrepreneurial -- Able to identify trends and take risks as appropriate, with an understanding of the essentials of risk management; and able to maintain balance and perspective.
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Communicator -- A good listener and strategist; comfortable receiving input from many sources; and able to analyze and formulate disparate information into sound, well-organized plans.
Skills and experiences required for this role:
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Proven experience as CEO or in other C-Suite position.
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7+ years of experience in developing, planning, and implementing profitable strategies in a professional services firm.
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Understanding of the nonprofit communications and marketing industry.
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Strong business acumen with the ability to drive strategic growth.
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In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, finance, and performance management.
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Familiarity with various business functions such as marketing, business development, finance, and human resources.
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Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.
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Keen analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
We love hearing from anyone who strives to make the world a better place! Not sure if you meet all of the qualifications? There is no harm in applying! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply!
Skills and experiences we expect of all M+R employees:
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Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusion.
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to gain trust and give respect to others through honesty, integrity, kindness, empathy, and authenticity.
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Acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to prioritize time to meet deadlines for multiple projects.
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Drive to seek what can be improved and offer ways to fix any potential roadblocks.
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Comfort admitting what you don’t know and recognizing that feedback is part of the learning process.
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Ability to communicate persuasively in a way that articulates your ideas and conveys your expertise, whether on the phone, in-person, or in writing.
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Able to work within equitable and inclusive decision-making models in moving decisions and initiatives forward.
Salary and benefits:
This is an exempt status position. The salary for this position is $265,000 plus an incentive-based bonus program.
We also offer a generous benefits package:
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Three weeks vacation, three personal days, and 15 paid sick days;
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Medical, dental, and vision benefits with premiums fully paid for by M+R for individual employees;
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401(k) plan with employer match;
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Quarterly discretionary profit-sharing contributions;
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Flexible work schedules and the option to work remotely anywhere within the United States and its territories with broadband internet;
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Annual $1,000 professional development stipend;
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Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, dependent care, and transit.
The fine print:
M+R staff have the option to be fully remote within the United States, or work from one of the following M+R office locations:
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1101 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC
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11 Park Place, New York, NY
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262 Washington St, Boston, MA
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1611 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA
Staff working from an M+R office are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19, and all staff will be asked to provide information regarding their vaccine status.
To apply, use the button on this page.
Our Hiring Process:
We aim to be transparent and efficient in our hiring process. Each question you will be asked throughout our hiring process ties directly back to one of the skills and experiences listed above. In each interview, you will be asked to provide examples of these skills and experiences or how you would draw on your experience to handle a scenario commonly found at M+R.
We let candidates know after each step in the process, once we’ve made a decision, whether they are moving forward to the next stage or not, so candidates know the status of their application. Finalists will be invited to an in-person interview experience with select members of the Board. If you need accommodations for this application process or any of the hiring process steps listed above, please email [email protected] or call 202-681-8743.
M+R is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered. As a firm we are committed to being an anti-racist, equitable, and inclusive organization where all staff feel welcomed, valued, and empowered, resulting in meaningful, rewarding, and enriching experiences throughout their careers here. We work to center our AEI values in all aspects of our work, so our culture, clientele, policies, and practices are reflective and affirming of people -- inclusive of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, immigration status, citizenship status, and so much more. We strongly encourage folks from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
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