ANCA Job Board

Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) seeks a strategic and visionary Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. This individual will be a seasoned, mission-driven leader with a deep commitment to community, public space stewardship, and collaborative partnerships. The Executive Director will be responsible for guiding FOW’s strategic direction and overseeing its daily operations, programs, partnerships, staff, and volunteers, and ensuring the organization remains financially sustainable, programmatically effective, and aligned with its mission to preserve the Wissahickon Valley.

The successful candidate will bring a strong background in nonprofit leadership, organizational management, and a track record of successful fundraising, with a demonstrated ability to work across public, private, and civic sectors. A skilled communicator and relationship builder, the Executive Director will serve as the public face of FOW, fostering meaningful engagement with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, funders, sponsors, city officials, and community partners.