Executive Director

The National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) is a nationwide non-profit organization dedicated to promoting high-quality child care by strengthening the profession of family child care for nearly one million paid home-based early learning programs serving almost 40% of the 6.7 million children who receive care from a nonrelative on a regular basis.

NAFCC seeks an Executive Director to provide leadership for our and steer the organization through an era of significant changes in the field of early care and education. The Executive Director will ensure the priorities of the family child-care field are effectively represented on the national stage, that our members receive excellent value and support to provide the highest quality services to children and families, that NAFCC financing strategies are strong and diversified, and this leader drives strategic change in partnership with the board of directors.

NAFCC is the only national organization devoted to family child-care providers, who are hardworking and loving small business owners to whom parents entrust the care and nurturing of their young children. This person will help family childcare providers navigate challenges including isolation, lack of recognition as important early educators, and difficulty in finding information on best practices with children and as small businesses that are tailored to their needs. NAFCC helps address those needs by linking members to information, building the community by connecting providers to each other, holding an annual conference, and operating the only national accreditation system for high-quality family child-care homes. NAFCC serves 3,500 members annually and has a budget of $1.6 million. NAFCC also has regional representatives from multiple states and over 20 state associations working in partnership with its mission.

Please visit www.nafcc.org to learn more.

C. Hinton Consulting has been contracted to execute the ED Search for NAFCC. Please direct any questions regarding the status of the search toChristopher@CHintonConsulting.com.

Location: Washington, D.C. metro area preferred (not required); works remotely from home

Qualified Candidates Must Have:

• At least five years of executive-level management, experience preferred in a membership-driven, comparably sized nonprofit organization
• A record of results in generating funds and revenue (e.g., marketing, beneficial business partnerships and foundation support) for at least five years.
• Knowledge of the field of early child care and education and policy advocacy.
• Experience in board governance and membership relations Experience cultivating relationships with foundations and national partners Ability to motivate staff and establish a culture of equity, fairness, and transparency.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Graduate Degree in a relevant field is required (e.g., business, early care, and education, public administration)
• Record of accomplishment in managing and directing programs in membership-based organizations, with growing responsibility and increasing fiscal results over time.
• Leadership skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong public speaking experience, and proven negotiation skills.
• Strong project management skills, particularly in an event-driven type organization. Multi-tasking record of accomplishment, ensuring all details and coordination are properly handled.
• Familiarity with the early child care and education policy landscape, national organizations, and stakeholder groups.
• Proven record of accomplishment in motivating and managing a small, high-impact team, serving as both a coach and player.
• High energy, self-directed, ability to juggle short and longer-term priorities, capable of both delegating and performing the work necessary to keep the organization on track. Strong financial management skills with proven ability to manage to budget, and institute financial controls.
• Experience in developing and cultivating sponsorship, partnership, and foundation relationships
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a national board of directors to implement the vision and mission of the corporation.
• Experience with accreditation programs, i.e., NAYCE, NAFCC, or another accreditation.
• Experience with a membership organization through leadership position, membership accreditation certification, or elected membership position.