Overview
Executive Director Jobs in McLean, Virginia, USA at AFBA
ABOUT QL PLUS AND WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR MISSION
Since 2009, the QL Plus Program has connected America’s mostinnovative, engineering-based university students with injured veterans and first responders to create life-changing assistive technologies. These patriots, who have sacrificed so much for their country, often face disabilities that alter their way of life and limit their ability to enjoy the activities they once loved. QL Plus providesinnovative solutions— at no cost to the recipients — that enhance mobility, independence, and access to both recreational activities and daily well-being.
As Executive Director, you will play a vital role in advancing this mission, drivinginnovation, buildingimpactfulpartnerships, raising critical funds, and shaping the future of QL Plus. If you are a strategic thinker, inspiring leader, and passionate advocate for meaningful change, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact and give back to those who have given so much.
THE OPPORTUNITY
In this pivotal role, you will spearhead its growth,innovation, fundraising, and mission impact. Under the guidance of the Board of Directors, you will providestrategic leadership, ensure financial and operational excellence, and oversee all programs, projects, and administrative functions.
With an annual budget exceeding $850,000 and a committed team of five staff members, QL Plus partners with trusted third-party providers for specialized functions such as accounting, communications, grant writing, and human resources. The organization’sdiversefunding model — encompassing individual donations, corporate sponsor ships, foundation grants, and investment income — provides the financial foundation for sustained growth and impact.
Core Responsibilities:
Strategic Vision andLeadership:Collaborate with both staff and the Board of Directors to develop and implement long-term strategies and programs that align with QL Plus’ mission and values. Inspire the team and stakeholders to achieve ambitious goals.
Fundraising and Stakeholder Engagement:Cultivate and strengthen relationships with donors, grant makers, sponsors, higher educational institutions, and partners. Lead fundraising initiatives to secure resources needed to drive the organization’s mission forward.
Operational Oversight:Oversee financialsustainability, transparency, and compliance while ensuring effective operations and program delivery.
TeamLeadership:Foster and support acollaborative,inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture by empowering staff and partners to deliver excellence across all organizational functions.
The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:
ProvenLeadership Experience, with at least eight years executiveleadershipexperience in a nonprofit association. Candidates with military or first responder backgrounds will bring a valuable perspective and are highly encouraged to apply.
Demonstrate a strong, verifiable track record of success in fundraising, and demonstrate expertise in donor cultivation, grant writing, corporate sponsor ships, and stewardship strategies. Skilled at building and maintaining relationships to secure sustainable funding and advance organizational missions.
Representcompassionformilitary service members, veterans, and first responders with disabilities, possessing a genuine commitment to the organization’s mission and goals.
Hold a bachelor’s degreein a relevant field such as STEM, marketing, sales, physical therapy, occupational ther…
Title: Executive Director
Company: AFBA
Location: McLean, Virginia, USA
Category: Management, Non-Profit & Social Impact
