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About Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation

The Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation (SBTF) exists to provide hope, courage, and support to individuals and families affected by brain tumors. Founded and led by individuals personally impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis, SBTF understands firsthand the emotional, medical, and logistical challenges patients face. The organization provides free, compassionate, high-touch support through patient initiatives, support groups, educational resources, and research funding. SBTF assists patients and healthcare providers seeking information beyond the standard of care, helping families navigate complex treatment decisions during one of the most overwhelming times of their lives. Through strong community engagement, events, and partnerships, SBTF is a trusted and mission-driven resource for the brain tumor community.

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) is the chief executive leader of SBTF and is responsible for advancing the organization’s mission, strengthening organizational capacity, and driving sustainable growth. Reporting to and working in close partnership with the Board of Directors, the ED will lead SBTF through its next phase of development, including diversifying fundraising, expanding program impact, strengthening operations, and elevating the organization’s presence within the brain tumor community.

This is a highly hands-on leadership role requiring a strategic yet operationally strong nonprofit executive who can balance fundraising leadership, program oversight, day-to-day management, board partnership, and generating significant new revenue while ensuring the continued success of SBTF’s signature events.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Board Partnership

• Translate board vision and strategic priorities into actionable organizational plans with measurable outcomes.
• Partner closely with the Board of Directors to refine strategy, support board development, and lead initiatives such as board retreats and long-term planning.
• Prepare board agendas, reports, and data-driven updates to support strong governance and informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities, risks, and growth pathways that position SBTF for long-term sustainability.

Fundraising & External Relations

• Lead all development activities, with a focus on diversifying revenue beyond events and community support.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and foundations, with particular emphasis on expanding corporate sponsorships and engaging Fortune 500 companies in the Atlanta metro area.
• Ensure strong financial and operational performance of signature events, including the golf tournament and Race for Research.
• Serve as the public face of SBTF, representing the organization at events, meetings, conferences, and within the broader brain tumor and healthcare communities.

Program & Mission Oversight

• Ensure all programs remain mission-aligned, patient-centered, and responsive to evolving needs within the brain tumor community.
• Support and strengthen patient support initiatives, research funding efforts, and partnerships with medical institutions and advocacy groups.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend enhancements or modernization where appropriate.

Operations, Administration & Financial Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the organization, providing leadership to a small team that includes one full-time staff member and part-time support personnel.
• Supervise and support staff and key volunteers, fostering a culture where staff and volunteers feel valued and appreciated.
• Maintain oversight of financial management in partnership with the organization’s CPA, including budgeting, reporting, and financial controls.
• Manage or oversee core administrative functions such as use of Raiser’s Edge, social media, website updates, compliance filings, and general nonprofit operations.
• Ensure operational efficiency, appropriate systems, and compliance with nonprofit governance and fiduciary standards.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of nonprofit or related leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, particularly in major gifts, corporate partnerships, and diversified revenue strategies.
• Experience leading or supporting fundraising events and community-based development initiatives.
• Strong relationship-builder with the ability to engage donors, board members, volunteers, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker who can develop and execute multi-year plans while remaining comfortable in a highly hands-on, operational role.
• Solid financial management and organizational skills, with experience overseeing budgets and working with external financial partners.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities including operations, administration, communications, and compliance in a small nonprofit environment.
• Comfort working remotely while maintaining strong local engagement in the Atlanta metro area.
• Deep empathy for patients and families navigating serious medical diagnoses and a genuine commitment to SBTF’s mission.
• Experience working effectively with a volunteer board and supporting governance best practices.

Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000 with opportunity for performance-based bonus.

POLICY ON PLACEMENT AND RECRUITING

The Batten Group and Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation are equal-opportunity employers committed to the principles of non-discrimination in the workplace. Candidates will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other basis that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law.