Executive Director - New Haven - Environment and Human Health, Inc.

    Environment and Human Health, Inc.
    Environment and Human Health, Inc. New Haven

    17 hours ago

    Description

    Environment and Human Health, Inc seeks a dynamic and mission-driven Executive Director to lead the organization into its next phase of impact and growth, and has retained PNP Staffing Group to lead this search.

    About Environment and Human Health, Inc.

    Environment and Human Health, Inc. (EHHI) is a science-based nonprofit organization dedicated to identifying, researching, and reducing environmental risks to human health. For three decades, EHHI has played a national leadership role at the intersection of environmental science, public health, and public policy, producing influential research and advancing evidence-based solutions to protect vulnerable populations.

    EHHI's work spans a wide range of issues, including toxic chemicals, air and water quality, plastics, pesticides, consumer product safety, and emerging environmental health threats. Our research and policy advocacy have informed legislative action, regulatory reform, and public awareness at the state and national levels. EHHI's Board of Directors includes nationally recognized experts in medicine, public health, environmental science, law, and policy.

    Position Overview

    Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic, operational, and intellectual leadership, ensuring that EHHI continues to produce high-quality research, translate science into policy, and effectively communicate findings to decision-makers and the public.

    The Executive Director will oversee all aspects of the organization, including fundraising, program development, external relations, and organizational management, while serving as EHHI's primary public representative.

    Key Responsibilities

    Strategic Leadership and Vision

    • Work closely with the Board to strengthen governance, planning, and to drive organizational growth and impact.
    • Lead the development and implementation of EHHI's strategic priorities in research, policy advocacy, and public engagement.
    • Identify emerging environmental health issues and provide expert advice on how human health risks may be reduced or avoided.
    • Engage with the Board to craft significant policy recommendations.

    Fundraising

    • Build long-term partnerships with new major donors, understanding their values and interests and matching them with EHHI initiatives.
    • Introduce best practices in cultivation and stewardship for the current circle of individual donors
    • Manage existing relationships with foundations funders; research new foundations that focus on various aspects of our work and write compelling proposals.

    Financial Stewardship

    • Oversee organizational operations, budgeting, and compliance in alignment with nonprofit best practices.

    External Relations and Communications

    • Serve as EHHI's primary spokesperson with policymakers, funders, media, and partner organizations.
    • Strengthen EHHI's visibility and influence through public speaking, op-eds, testimony, and stakeholder engagement.
    • Cultivate strategic partnerships with academic institutions, advocacy organizations, and public agencies.

    Research and Policy Leadership

    • The board will oversee research agenda, ensuring scientific rigor, credibility, and policy relevance.
    • Translate complex scientific findings into clear, compelling, accessible policy recommendations and public communications.
    • Represent EHHI in legislative, regulatory, academic, and coalition settings at the state and national levels.

    Qualifications and Experience

    • 7+ years of nonprofit leadership experience, including demonstrated success in major gifts and institutional giving.
    • Graduate degree in public health, environmental science, or a related field preferred; candidates from law, government, or business with relevant experience will be considered.
    • Strong understanding of budget creation and management.
    • Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders including researchers, public officials, donors, and impacted communities.

    Important Qualities

    • Entrepreneurial drive, with a versatile skillset and hands-on approach.
    • A natural relationship-builder and networker.
    • High emotional intelligence; a consensus-builder and good listener.
    • Strong leadership skills, intellectual curiosity, and a demonstrated commitment to the effect of the environment on human health, and to providing objective information.

    Salary: $130,000 - $150,000

    Benefits: EHHI offers comprehensive employee benefits (medical, dental, vision and life insurance) as well as generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays).

    Location: Hybrid within commuting distance of New Haven, CT

    EHHI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization.

    PNP Staffing Group has been retained to lead this search. Please apply through LinkedIn by March 6 and your resume will reach Wade Savitt, Executive Recruiter

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