Description
The Lexington Pride Center
The Lexington Pride Center, founded in 1977, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to celebrate and empower the intersectional lives of LGBTQIA+ Kentuckians. The Lexington Pride Center supports the community by providing a safe, inclusive space, access to resources and referrals, support programs, and social and educational events. Our services and resources include a public computer lab, a Pride Library, and the People’s Market, a food pantry serving 60+ households every week. With the Lexington Pride Festival, we produce a public event that provides celebration, connection, empowerment, and education, for LGBTQIA+ people, their families and allies, and the broader community.
Executive Director
The Lexington Pride Center (LPC) is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to provide comprehensive leadership for the organization, overseeing all operations while serving as the organization's public advocate. This role combines strategic vision with practical management to advance the LPC’s mission, creating greater awareness of issues impacting the LGBTQIA+ community, and providing support services in central Kentucky. The ED partners with the Board to ensure organizational sustainability, promotes diversity and inclusion initiatives, and secures necessary funding through effective budget management and fundraising strategies.
An ideal candidate will combine passion for the LGBTQIA+ community with proven nonprofit management experience, strong financial acumen, and a collaborative leadership style that embraces diversity and fosters community connection.
Key Responsibilities
Champion the LPC's mission through effective leadership and community advocacy
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the organization's history, culture, programs, structure, stakeholders, and finances
Build strong partnerships with Board leadership to advance fundraising, strategic planning, and governance
Oversee financial operations including budgeting, financial controls, and long-term funding strategies that ensure sustainability
Evaluate programs for effectiveness, identify expansion opportunities, and ensure services complement rather than duplicate community resources, while maintaining fiscal accountability
Lead fundraising efforts by enhancing existing strategies and developing new revenue streams through grants, planned giving, and income-generating programs
Serve as a visible LGBTQ+ advocate, positioning the LPC as a catalyst for policy advancement at local, state, and national levels
Expand the organization's reach by developing programming that attracts diverse, multigenerational audiences
Advance equity, inclusion, and belonging through targeted outreach to underrepresented communities within the LGBTQ+ spectrum
Direct all operational aspects of the organization to fulfill its mission and strategic objectives
Experience, Skills, and Qualities
Bachelor’s degree
At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role in the nonprofit sector
Experience securing funding, including grants, major gifts, and annual campaigns in amounts exceeding $50,000 total annually
Extensive and successful grant writing experience
A deep knowledge of and commitment to issues impacting the LGBTQIA+ community in Kentucky and nationally
Experience managing staff and coordinating volunteers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an eye for storytelling and opportunities to advance the LPC’s mission in the public sphere
Willingness to think strategically, take initiative, and work collaboratively
Compensation and Benefits
$58,000-$70,000 annual salary, based on experience
Full-time, exempt
30 days of paid time off annually
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision benefits
Hours, Location, and Travel
Primarily in-office at the Lexington Pride Center from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Monday and Friday are remote or in-office optional.
Work may be conducted in other locations as required by programming, special events, networking, and community engagement.
Some regional, statewide, and national travel is required.
Open until filled.
Applications submitted by August 14 will be prioritized.
Please submit your application (including resume, cover letter, and references) through this form: https://form.jotform.com/262097289802062
