Executive Director

The Moran Company Executive Search

Executive Director leading advocacy and policy efforts for individuals with I/DD at The Arc Connecticut. Overseeing operations and fostering relationships with community partners and stakeholders.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advocacy, policy development, and coalition building within the social services sector, with a strong focus on promoting equitable outcomes for individuals with I/DD. Proven leadership in managing operations, staff, and resources effectively while engaging with stakeholders and legislative bodies.

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Leadership ExperiencePolicy DevelopmentAdvocacy SkillsFundraising ExperienceInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisGrant Proposal WritingProgram DeliveryResource AllocationLegislative Monitoring

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborationInterpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

I/DDSocial ServicesPublic PolicyCoalition BuildingStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization, promoting its mission and vision.
Advocate for policies, programs, and services that benefit individuals with I/DD and their families.
Collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies to influence legislation and public policy.
Represent the organization in public hearings, legislative sessions, and policymaking forums to advance the organization’s policy agenda.
Develop and implement a comprehensive policy agenda in collaboration with the Board of Directors and stakeholders.
Monitor, analyze, and respond to state and federal legislative and regulatory developments affecting individuals with I/DD.
Build coalitions and partnerships to strengthen advocacy efforts and promote equitable policy outcomes.
Oversee day-to-day operations, including staff management, program delivery, and resource allocation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five or more years of increasingly responsible leadership experience within the social/human services sector
Bachelor’s degree in a human services or organizational management field (Public Administration; Business Administration; Human Services; Social Work; Public Law, etc.) OR equivalent experience
Fundraising experience, including individual donor cultivation, grant proposal writing, corporate sponsorship cultivation, and special events management
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Resident of Connecticut.

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid leave
stipend for individual health coverage
contributions to an IRA