Executive Director at Charity Search Group

Compensation

$135,000 – $150,000/yr

Setup: Remote, Hybrid
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jun 30, 2026

Description

The Appellate Project, now operating within the Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law at NYU School of Law, is seeking an Executive Director. This role involves leading the organization's strategic direction, programmatic growth, external partnerships, and community engagement. The Executive Director will focus on strengthening TAP’s organizational infrastructure, expanding partnerships and fundraising efforts, and shaping the organization’s long-term vision and sustainability.

Required Skills

Fundraising
Donor Engagement
Partnership Development
Institutional Relationship Management
Strategic Leadership
Organizational Management
Program Development
Operational Oversight
Organizational Growth
Relationship-Building
Communication Skills
Project Management
Organizational Planning
Operational Problem-Solving
CRM Systems
Project Management Platforms
Technology Tools

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience within nonprofit, legal, educational, advocacy, or other mission-driven organizations.
Experience with fundraising, donor engagement, partnership development, and institutional relationship management.
Strong strategic leadership and organizational management experience, including program development, operational oversight, and organizational growth.
Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and serve as a compelling public representative.
Strong project management, organizational planning, and operational problem-solving skills.
Experience developing systems, evaluation frameworks, and organizational infrastructure that support long-term impact and sustainability.
Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with CRM systems, project management platforms, and technology tools that support engagement and organizational operations.
Familiarity with appellate law, judicial clerkships, legal pipelines, or legal advocacy work is preferred.

About Charity Search Group

Charity Search Group

nonprofit sector

We are committed to helping nonprofits succeed by connecting them with visionary, mission-driven talent. Whether you need an Executive Director, fundraising professionals, or a strong succession plan, we bring deep nonprofit expertise and a history of successful placements. Our goal is to ensure you attract leaders who not only fit the role but are passionate about making a meaningful difference. At Charity Search Group, we help you build a team that drives real change.