Job description

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (M/F)

June 18, 2026

National Association – Education and Youth in Priority Neighborhoods

France – national rollout underway

The Angle

When a company decides that its commitment to society goes beyond just a year-end bonus, it can build something more ambitious. That is exactly what the group that founded this association did: put what it does best—developing organizations, structuring career paths, and partnering with the private sector to fund real impact—at the service of young people.

The result: a national after-school program that supports children from priority neighborhoods—from elementary school through the end of middle school—through a proven three-pronged approach: academic support, team sports, and the development of social and emotional skills. This is not a one-time initiative. It is a multi-year program designed to bring about lasting change in a child’s life trajectory.

The model works. Now it's time to roll it out on a larger scale.

The Issues

The organization is entering a period of leadership transition that coincides with the start of its national rollout. The CEO is taking the reins at a time when everything is accelerating—and when the foundation must be solid to support this growth.

• Take over a multi-site organization undergoing a transition and quickly restore its direction and coherence.
• Developing private philanthropy: that is the key to the model. The organization relies on a mix of private and public funding, with the private sector accounting for the majority of funding—a share that needs to be consolidated and expanded.
• Structure the organization to prepare for the network’s expansion—without compromising the quality of the program or the culture that defines the organization’s identity.
• Reach out to a wide variety of audiences—major donors, institutions, local governments, field teams, and families—with the same conviction.

The Mission

The CEO is primarily responsible for the organization’s social mission and development. Four key areas define the scope of the role:

Lead the strategy and represent the project.

Work closely with the President and the Board of Directors. Set priorities, make decisions regarding the organization’s development, and serve as the public face of the association to all of its stakeholders.

Developing resources—a priority mission that cannot be delegated.

Oversee the private sponsorship strategy directly—managing relationships with key accounts, foundations, and multi-year partnerships. Also manage public funding (local governments, urban policy initiatives, and European funds).

Manage and develop teams.

Establish a trust-based management approach across multiple sites: delegate, empower local managers, and ensure program quality. Year 1 is a year of consolidation; Year 2 is a year of acceleration.

Prepare for the scaling process.

Lay the organizational groundwork—processes, tools, and culture—that will enable the model to be rolled out to new markets without diluting its impact.

The Expected Impact

In 18 months, the CEO will have demonstrated the ability to meet the two simultaneous requirements of the position: the operational rigor of a leader and the sincere commitment of a social entrepreneur.

• The teams are stable, and the management culture has changed.
• The portfolio of private donors has grown, with new commitments and strengthened long-term relationships.
• The groundwork for nationwide deployment has been laid: repeatable processes and effective multi-site management.
• The impact on the children receiving support is documented, measured, and communicated to funders.

Profile

This position calls for a candidate whose background lies at the intersection of social entrepreneurship, fundraising, and the management of growing organizations.

An entrepreneur at heart.

You have developed and built high-impact organizations. You’re a builder, not a manager. You like to get your hands dirty.

An experienced fundraiser.

Proven experience in corporate philanthropy, major private partnerships, or institutional philanthropy. You are comfortable presenting a project to the executive committee of a large corporation. This is a mandatory requirement.

A compassionate and steady manager.

You delegate with confidence and help others grow. Your emotional maturity is a recognized strength. The organization needs the stability you provide.

A true bearer of meaning.

You believe in the power of private initiative to bring about real social change. Not just as rhetoric—but as a deep-seated conviction that guides your decisions.

Higher education (5 years of post-secondary study or equivalent). At least 7 years of experience, including at least 3 years in a management role. Knowledge of the nonprofit sector or the social economy is a plus. Willingness to relocate within the country is required.

Useful Information

Location: France– regular travel throughout the country.

Compensation: Apremium compensation packagefor the sector: base salary + performance-based bonus + a profit-sharing plan that is exceptional in the nonprofit sector.

Governance: Reportsto the Chairman of the Board of Directors – broad operational authority.

Start date: As soonas possible.

Contact

This recruitment process is being conducted by a headhunting firm specializing in impact-driven organizations and the social and solidarity economy. The identity of the organization will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates under strict confidentiality.

lucmeuret@your-voice.fr

This organization is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in its hiring practices.