Chief Executive Officer

Company: Orbis International
Location: New York
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Chief Executive Officer serves as Orbis International's chief representative and a primary spokesperson, increasing our visibility with donors, media, policymakers, partners, the global health community, and the public, and inspiring our Orbis team.

• Estimated salary: $400,000 - $500,000. A competitive benefits package will be offered.The Chief Executive Officer of Orbis International is responsible for providing vision, inspiration, and leadership to ensure the organization innovates and continues to deliver impactful programs and services to meet the needs of our global community and fulfil our mission. In collaboration with the Board of Directors, senior management, and staff, the CEO will drive the ongoing success and growth of the organization by formulating and executing on strategies for program growth and future eye-health care needs, revenue growth, human resources, and financial operations. The CEO leads and partners with the senior management team to ensure programmatic and fundraising growth, as well as the effective execution of the organization's strategic plan, fiscal responsibility, and strong, people-centered organizational culture.The CEO serves as Orbis International's chief representative and a primary spokesperson, increasing our visibility with donors, media, policymakers, partners, the global health community, and the public, and inspiring our Orbis team. They will play an active leadership role in developing new areas of program growth and sources of revenue for the organization to fund growth by strengthening relationships with existing donors and helping to identify and secure new funding sources in the private and public sectors. The CEO will be a strategic, dynamic, accomplished, high-energy, and creative senior executive with the ability to create a supportive and positive culture, rooted in trust, well-being, and shared purpose, for Orbis staff across the globe.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Vision for Program and Funding Growth, Business Planning & Execution--- Provide strategic and creative leadership and direction for the continued development of Orbis International and our global country offices and affiliates to build and ensure sustainable programmatic and revenue growth.--- Shape and execute upon Orbis's strategic vision and business plan to drive program and revenue growth; drive a collaborative process with the Board of Directors, Orbis' affiliates, Volunteer Faculty and staff. Use performance metrics and quality indicators to guide operational decision-making.--- Lead the organization in developing and cultivating fruitful and long-term relationships with individual, foundation, corporate, and government donors. Builds and maintains key relationships to ensure funding development strategies are achieved.--- Cultivate meaningful personal relationships with major donors and is active in the solicitation process. Maintain strong relationships with other financial and in-kind donors who provide critical resources to Orbis International to support our mission.Brand Awareness, External Relations, & Communications--- Serve as a primary ambassador and spokesperson of Orbis International to positively influence a global spectrum of external audiences and constituencies, including media outlets, national and international forums, partners, and the public to generate visibility, support, donors, and other resources.--- Champion and support ongoing initiatives to develop greater brand awareness for Orbis International, especially among constituencies who are unaware of the organization and our impact.--- Serve as a global thought leader by developing expertise in trends shaping global eye health, related policy discussions, and other topics relevant to Orbis (e.g., technology and innovation).Talent Management--- Within approved budgetary parameters, develop an efficient and effective organizational structure to carry out the organization's strategic plan.--- Motivate and inspire staff, and foster the development of a unified Orbis team while ensuring an environment of high performance and measurable results.--- Attract, retain, and develop high-caliber talent. Create an environment where staff are engaged and supported to be able to positively impact objectives.Innovation and Partnerships--- Builds, nurtures, and sustains strategic partnerships with Orbis International's Board, affiliates, country offices, program partners, government agencies, corporate partners, Volunteer Faculty, industry thought leaders, and other NGOs by creating and supporting programs and initiatives in which there is a strong value proposition for mutual benefit. Embraces technology, demonstrates digital savviness, and drives creative opportunities for unique collaboration.Programs--- Provide strategic leadership to staff regarding the design and development of Orbis's programmatic strategy, including investigating potential new areas of interest and implementing approved programs.--- Work with senior staff to ensure programmatic excellence and maximum impact are achieved by establishing operational benchmarks, setting timelines, obtaining required resources, and evaluating effectiveness.--- Ensure programs are designed, implemented, monitored, and reported accurately, making the best use of funds for programs that clearly fulfill the mission of Orbis.--- Together with the Board's Finance Committee and the CFAO, develop plans that maximize the financial strength of the organization without adversely affecting other criteria of success. Communicate the key performance levers and manage these measures to rationalize programs. Oversee the implementation of budgets and monitor progress and changes related to budgets.--- In conjunction with the Board's Finance Committee and the CFAO, develop strategies and policies to achieve superior investment performance and grow overall earnings each year. Execute consistently against annual operating goals.--- In conjunction with the Executive Leadership Team, efficiently manage financial and people resources and ensure effective and transparent financial and other key metrics reporting to the board and other interested constituents.Governance & Board Relations--- Effectively partner with the Board to provide the necessary visionary and strategic leadership and oversight for Orbis International to grow and fulfill our mission.--- Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, prepare agendas and materials for all Board meetings, and attend all Board and Committee meetings.--- Assist with Board recruitment and engage Board members in Orbis International's mission.Compliance--- Ensure that Orbis establishes and operates under policies and procedures to guide efficient operations.--- Ensure that Orbis complies with all accounting, regulatory, legal, and government requirements, and reports the organization's activities in a timely manner to the Board.The CandidateProfessional Experience, Qualifications & Competencies--- 10-15 years of proven executive management and leadership with a strong business and financial acumen in a complex, multi-stakeholder organization. A deep commitment to the overall mission of Orbis International and its programs. Passion and respect for global eye care issues. Ability to quickly become conversant in the organization's work and to communicate with all relevant constituencies.--- Proven success in developing and executing a strategic plan for program and revenue growth, and coalescing stakeholders around shared goals.--- Fundraising experience at the highest levels; proven success generating meaningful revenue and cultivating new relationships to build a diversified donor and investor strategy, with the ability to communicate a compelling vision for investing in Orbis International.--- Demonstrated experience working successfully with major donors, corporations and foundations, including government and other bilateral and multilateral funders.--- Proven ability to serve as a principal spokesperson and brand ambassador, including with media, in global forums, and among the general public.--- Ability to build bridges and create innovative relationships with Orbis' affiliates, country offices, Volunteer Faculty, strategic partners, donors, corporations, foundations, government and community leaders about the impact of Orbis International's work.--- Experience, knowledge, and passion of the international development and health sector. Demonstrated ability and success in working with nonprofit organizations, corporations, governmental agencies, academic institutions, and across geographies.--- Successful track record of recruiting, retaining, inspiring, motivating, and leading a cohesive and collaborative global team in fostering an environment of collaboration, accountability, trust, and integrity. Excellent people management and motivating skills.--- Demonstrated growth mindset with ability to create and maintain standards of high performance and accountability, and foster innovation, continuous learning, and improvement.--- Exceptional board relations and management experience; an understanding of how to energize influential leaders, leverage the collective power of the organization, and engage the Board in resource mobilization efforts.--- Demonstrated experience managing a multi-source budget of similar scale and complexity to Orbis International. Financial savviness and a proven track record of successfully managing a significant and sustainable financial and operating model, in partnership with a board committee and investment advisors, that will allow Orbis International to grow and prosper.--- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Confident and effective at communicating across all levels of the organization, presenting to Boards, and other diverse external constituencies.--- Demonstrated experience acting as a global citizen with an international perspective and the maturity to be culturally sensitive, and to collaborate with and motivate people of many different cultures and backgrounds.--- Extraordinary judgment, integrity and the highest ethical standards, embodying the spirit and mission of Orbis.--- Experience in and knowledge of effective crisis-management techniques, emergency-preparedness best practices, and risk management.--- Excellent analytical, abstract-reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong listening skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to lead through influence and by example.--- Ability to innovate; has redefined businesses through novel ideas/partnerships to build new capabilities, products, or business models. Has a clear vision of how to leverage technological advancements for the benefit of Orbis's mission.EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONSBachelor's degree is required. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPH or MD) is preferred but not required.COMPENSATIONEstimated salary: $400,000 - $500,000. A competitive benefits package will be offered.PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACYOrbis International has retained Korn Ferry to lead this search. Screening will begin in April 2025 and continue until an appointment is made. Applications (including resume or CV and a cover letter addressing interest), nominations, and inquiries should be submitted electronically to orbis_ceo@kornferry.com or sophia.carr@kornferry.com.Orbis International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity in our workforce and encourage all qualified applicants to apply who reflect the five Orbis values of accountability, commitment, innovation, integrity, and equity.
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