Executive Director

Providence House is an emergency, homeless shelter for families (single men, single women, and married couples) with children in Shreveport, Louisiana. For 37 years, our mission has centered on one common goal, “Breaking the Homeless Cycle One Family at a Time.” Reporting to the board of directors, we are looking for a highly skilled Executive Director to oversee the organization's administration, programs, and strategic planning, often managing staff, fundraising, and building relationships with the board and community, while ensuring the organization's mission and goals are met.  Experience in hiring and managing staff is essential; established relationships with local community groups are a plus. Above all, the Executive Director should be highly effective in a leadership role that requires clear communication skills and decisiveness.

The ideal candidate will:

• Oversee daily operations of the organization, providing executive direction for program strategies and efficiencies, compliance, and quality assurance
• Work closely with board directors and committees to assess and address issues affecting the organization
• Identify and address staffing requirements for efficient operations, and maintain a strong work culture that attracts and retains people while driving the organization’s mission
• Increase awareness of the organization by being the main spokesperson and liaison with local media
• Develop an actionable plan for fundraising and managing monthly cash flow
• Comply with all national and local regulations

Required skills and qualifications:

• Seven or more years of experience in senior management, preferably with nonprofit organizations
• Strong experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles for nonprofit organizations
• High comfort level working independently
• Proven success working with a board of directors
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with an innovative approach to business planning
• Dynamic and charismatic team player who enjoys being the public face of an organization

Preferred skills and qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, nonprofit administration, or development; master’s degree is preferred
• Experience in managing budgets of more than $2,000,000
• Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills
• Experience in managing staff greater than 30
• Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills. 
• Experience in fundraising, grant writing, and organizational development. 
• Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and accounting. 
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships. 
• Ability to identify and solve problems effectively. 
• Proven experience and leadership in the nonprofit sector

To apply, please provide a cover letter, resume, and three references to:

Shelly Marshall, Director of Human Resources

Providence House

814 Cotton Street

Shreveport, LA 71101

[email protected]

The required information must be received by 5pm on  April 25, 2025, for consideration.