Chief Executive Officer

N Street Village

Status: Full-time, exempt employee

Salary: $220,000-$240,000

Location: Washington, D.C.

Reports to: Board of Directors 

Deadline: Apply by late November; resume reviews begin immediately

About N Street Village

N Street Village (NSV) is a community of empowerment and recovery for women experiencing homelessness and poverty in Washington, DC. Founded more than 50 years ago, NSV has grown into the District's largest provider of housing and supportive services specifically for women experiencing homelessness. Grounded in the belief that every woman deserves a safe place to call home, NSV partners with women to achieve stability and make meaningful gains in housing, income, employment, mental and physical health, and addiction recovery.

Operating across six locations in three DC wards, NSV provides a comprehensive continuum of care, including drop-in day services, emergency and transitional shelter, permanent supportive housing, and wraparound services. Its programs address both immediate needs and long-term stability through case management, behavioral health care, employment assistance, financial coaching, and other resources. In FY25, NSV served 1,625 women and 57 families, many facing overlapping challenges related to poverty, disability, and behavioral health. 

NSV continues to evolve its services to respond to the changing needs of the women it serves. Recent investments have focused on three strategic priorities: expanding behavioral health services, strengthening housing and supportive care for older women, and advancing functional literacy and economic empowerment. NSV has established an internal behavioral health team to provide individual therapy, medication management, and group interventions across multiple sites. Its programs for older adults address the particular challenges of aging and housing insecurity. At the same time, the Marj & Mak Vocational Center provides employment counseling, job training, digital literacy, and financial coaching.

With FY25 revenue of approximately $10.5 million, NSV manages a complex mix of government contracts, philanthropy, rental and service income, and other funding sources. Its work is sustained by a deeply engaged network of donors, corporate partners, volunteers, and advocates. Together, they help NSV provide an integrated system of housing and care grounded in dignity, respect, and community. Learn more at www.nstreetvillage.org. 

Position Overview

N Street Village seeks a strategic, compassionate, and accomplished CEO to lead the organization into its next chapter. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will oversee a complex, multi-site organization delivering housing and supportive services to women experiencing homelessness and poverty. The role requires a leader who can navigate the operational, financial, and human complexities of an organization serving women with significant and often overlapping needs.

NSV is at a pivotal moment. Persistent housing instability, rising costs, and growing demand for services underscore the importance of its integrated approach to housing, health, and economic stability. At the same time, an evolving funding environment presents challenges to sustaining and strengthening its programs. The next CEO will build on recent investments in behavioral health, services for older adults, and economic empowerment while ensuring the organizational infrastructure, financial resources, and partnerships needed for long-term success.

The incoming CEO will combine strong business acumen with a deep commitment to NSV's mission and values. They will bring the judgment and adaptability to lead across diverse programs, funding structures, and stakeholder relationships, while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and trauma-informed organizational culture. As NSV's chief ambassador and advocate, the CEO will strengthen relationships with government, philanthropy, and community partners, expand resources, and elevate the organization's visibility and influence.

Working closely with the Board and leadership team, the next CEO will shape a compelling vision for NSV's future, balancing compassionate, high-quality service delivery with financial sustainability and measurable community impact.

Specific areas of responsibility include:

Strategy, Vision, and Leadership

• Provide strategic direction and steady, solutions-oriented leadership that advances NSV's mission, values, and long-term sustainability.
• Partner with the Board and senior leadership team to establish organizational priorities, develop and implement strategic plans, and monitor progress toward goals.
• Guide the evolution of NSV's housing and supportive services, ensuring programs remain responsive to changing community needs and grounded in trauma-informed models of care.
• Evaluate opportunities for programmatic investment and innovation, balancing mission impact, organizational capacity, and financial considerations.
• Support effective Board governance through transparent communication, strategic counsel, and meaningful engagement in organizational priorities.

Financial Sustainability and Resource Development

• Provide strategic financial oversight of a complex organization with multiple revenue streams, facilities, and programmatic obligations.
• Lead annual budgeting, financial forecasting, reporting, and long-range financial planning in partnership with the leadership team and Board.
• Strengthen and diversify revenue through government funding, philanthropic support, rental income, and other sources.
• Partner with the development team and Board to cultivate major donors, foundations, corporations, and other supporters, taking a lead role in significant fundraising efforts.
• Ensure sound financial controls, risk management, and compliance with government contracts, grants, and other funding requirements.
• Align financial resources with strategic priorities, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and sustain high-quality services.

External Relations and Advocacy

• Serve as NSV's primary spokesperson and ambassador, communicating its mission, impact, and priorities to diverse audiences through public speaking, media engagement, and community outreach.
• Cultivate productive relationships with government agencies, nonprofit partners, philanthropic institutions, individual and major donors, and other stakeholders.
• Represent NSV in policy and systems-level discussions related to homelessness, affordable housing, behavioral health, and economic opportunity.
• Advocate for policies and resources that address the needs of women experiencing homelessness, particularly older women and those experiencing chronic homelessness.
• Build strategic partnerships that strengthen service delivery, expand resources, and elevate NSV's community impact.

Organizational Culture and Operations

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing senior leadership team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and trauma-informed workplace that values staff expertise, supports employee well-being, and promotes trust and respect.
• Strengthen coordination and communication across NSV's programs, departments, and locations to support consistent, effective operations.
• Oversee organizational infrastructure, including human resources, facilities, technology, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Build capacity for data-driven decision-making, including meaningful performance indicators, program evaluation, and systems to track progress and outcomes.
• Support effective talent management, including recruitment, retention, succession planning, and staff development.

Experience, Skills and Qualities 

NSV seeks an accomplished leader who brings a deep commitment to mission and a demonstrated ability to lead a complex, community-centered organization. The Board encourages applications from a broad range of candidates and recognizes that the strongest applicants may bring many, but not necessarily all, of these experiences, skills, and qualities:

• At least 10 years of senior executive experience in a nonprofit organization, including significant responsibility for strategy, operations, finances, and personnel.
• Strong alignment with NSV's mission and an understanding of the interconnected challenges facing women experiencing homelessness and poverty, including housing instability, economic insecurity, behavioral health, and trauma.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations, navigate change, strengthen internal systems, and translate strategic priorities into measurable results.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including experience overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, diverse revenue streams, government contracts, and risk.
• Success in fundraising and resource development, including cultivating philanthropic relationships and securing significant financial support.
• A substantial record of leading and developing senior teams, building accountability, and fostering a positive, collaborative organizational culture.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to engage and inspire staff, program participants, Board members, funders, policymakers, and community partners.
• A collaborative, emotionally intelligent leadership style characterized by sound judgment, integrity, transparency, humility, and respect.
• Cultural responsiveness and an understanding of trauma-informed, person-centered models of care that recognize the dignity, agency, and diverse experiences of the women NSV serves.
• Experience building strategic partnerships and advancing organizational priorities through collaboration, advocacy, and community engagement.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with a nonprofit Board of Directors.

Strongly Preferred Experience:

• Leadership in homeless services, supportive or affordable housing, behavioral health, or related human services fields, particularly in Washington, D.C.

Location and Travel

N Street Village is headquartered in Washington, DC, with seven locations across four wards. The CEO role requires a regular on-site presence, engagement with staff and program participants, and meetings with government agencies, funders, and community partners throughout the region. Some evening and weekend commitments are expected.

Compensation

The Board is targeting a salary range of $220,000-$240,000, commensurate with experience. N Street Village offers a competitive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement benefits, and paid time off. 

Application Process

N Street Village has retained the services of Good Insight, a Washington, DC-based executive search firm exclusively focused on the nonprofit sector. Interested applicants should submit a PDF resume and a cover letter that describes their interest in and qualifications for this role. Upload application materials at good-insight.org/careers.

For best consideration, apply by late November. Qualified applicants will be contacted on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged due to the pace of the search. Direct confidential inquiries to search leads Kate Dykgraaf and Tej Pikle at NStreetVillage@good-insight.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

N Street Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. N Street Village is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.