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Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Company: NAMI Georgia
Engagement Type: Full-Time Exempt | Salary | Executive
Location: Atlanta, Georgia

About

NAMI Georgia is part of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. The organization empowers communities through advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.

Through 23 local affiliates, NAMI Georgia provides free peer-led education programs, support groups and professional trainings and runs a non-crisis information and Resource Helpline. NAMI Georgia has made a major impact on mental health advocacy through the shaping of public policy, education and no-cost direct service to individuals and families in need.

Our Mission

To empower affiliates to provide advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental health conditions can build better lives.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Chief Executive Officer is to lead NAMI Georgia in a manner that best fulfills its mission.
NAMI Georgia seeks a dynamic, mission-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to advance its vision of a Georgia where all people affected by mental health conditions live healthy, fulfilling lives, supported by a community that cares. Grounded in the organization’s mission to empower affiliates to deliver advocacy, education, support, and public awareness, the CEO will serve as a unifying, forward-thinking leader dedicated to strengthening the organization’s impact across the state.
As the chief executive and strategic leader, the CEO is responsible for expanding NAMI Georgia’s statewide influence while fostering a strong, aligned network of local affiliates. This role ensures the organization remains a trusted and influential voice in Georgia’s mental health landscape and continues to deliver high-quality programs that help individuals and families build better lives.
Equally important, the CEO will prioritize a culture of staff engagement, empowerment, and accountability—recognizing that a motivated, supported, and mission-aligned team is essential to organizational success. The CEO will cultivate an environment that values transparency, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring staff at all levels feel connected to the mission and equipped to contribute meaningfully.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO partners closely with board leadership to set strategic direction, ensure operational and financial strength, and represent the organization with legislators, state agencies, funders, partners, and the broader community.

You Will…

Lead Strategic Direction

• Develop, implement, and evaluate NAMI Georgia’s strategic plan
• Align statewide priorities with NAMI National standards and Georgia’s evolving behavioral health landscape
• Identify emerging trends and position the organization as a proactive leader in mental health advocacy
• Promote a unified statewide vision that strengthens Affiliates and expands program reach

Champion Legislative & Public Policy Leadership

• Serve as a leading policy voice at the Georgia State Capitol and with state agencies and coalitions
• Advance policy priorities that improve access, quality, and outcomes in Georgia’s mental health system
• Build relationships with legislators, committee staff, state agency leaders, and advocacy partners
• Provide testimony, policy analysis, and public commentary on legislation and statewide initiatives
• Coordinate with NAMI National on federal advocacy priorities
• Lead and convene the Georgia Mental Health Policy Partnership (GMHPP), a coalition of more than 130 organizations advancing improvements in Georgia’s mental health system

Strengthen Affiliate Relations

• Support and build capacity for more than 23 local NAMI Affiliates across Georgia, including a commitment to approximately 35% statewide travel
• Effectively engage, strengthen relationships, and provide on-the-ground support
• Provide leadership development, technical assistance, and operational guidance
• Ensure Affiliate compliance with NAMI standards and program fidelity requirements
• Foster a collaborative statewide network and support Affiliate growth, particularly in rural and underserved communities

Oversee Programs & Services

• Guide statewide delivery of NAMI education programs, support groups, and outreach initiatives
• Ensure program quality, fidelity, and data-driven evaluation
• Expand partnerships with schools, healthcare systems, law enforcement, and community organizations
• Ensure the NAMI Georgia Helpline remains accessible, compassionate, and responsive

Drive Fundraising & Resource Development

• Lead a diversified fundraising strategy including grants, corporate partnerships, events, sponsorships, and individual giving
• Cultivate relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners
• Oversee major fundraising initiatives including NAMIWalks Georgia
• Identify new funding opportunities to expand programs and Affiliate support

Partner with the Board on Governance

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and staff
• Provide timely and transparent reporting on organizational performance
• Support board recruitment, orientation, and development
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance standards and regulatory requirements

Ensure Financial Stewardship

• Develop and manage the annual budget in partnership with the Finance Committee
• Maintain strong internal controls and transparent financial reporting
• Oversee grant management, contract compliance, and reporting for state and federal funding
• Monitor financial performance to ensure long-term sustainability

Lead Organizational Operations

• Cultivate a mission-driven, inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture
• Recruit, supervise, and develop staff, contractors, and key volunteers
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and nonprofit best practices
• Promote professional development and staff wellbeing

Represent the Organization

• Serve as the public spokesperson for NAMI Georgia
• Strengthen relationships with healthcare systems, community organizations, and statewide coalitions
• Lead strategic communications across digital platforms, media, and public engagement
• Increase the organization’s visibility and influence across Georg

How You Work…

The successful CEO leads with integrity, collaboration, and strategic vision. They are a relationship builder who navigates complex policy environments with confidence, inspiring staff, partners, and volunteers while maintaining strong alignment with the broader National NAMI movement. You bring a systems-level perspective to mental health advocacy and balance big-picture strategy with operational execution. You thrive in coalition environments, build trust across diverse stakeholders, and lead with accountability, empathy, and transparency—ensuring NAMI Georgia’s work is both locally grounded and nationally connected.

What We’re Looking For…

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public health, nonprofit management, social services, or a related field
• 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit, government, behavioral health, or related sectors
• Demonstrated success in organizational leadership, strategic planning, and staff management
• Experience in legislative advocacy, public policy, or government relations
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills
• Experience with fundraising, donor engagement, and grant management

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience working within Georgia’s or other state behavioral health systems
• Familiarity with NAMI programs or lived experience as a peer or family member
• Experience supporting or managing multi-site or Affiliate-based organizations
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Core Competencies

• Strategic and systems-level thinking
• Legislative and policy fluency
• Collaborative leadership and coalition building
• Financial and operational acumen
• Public speaking and media engagement
• Organizational leadership and prioritization
• Willingness to embrace crisis-informed and trauma-informed leadership approaches
• High integrity and ethical leadership
• Commitment to NAMI’s mission and value

Performance Expectations

• Deliver transparent, accountable leadership to the Board and stakeholders
• Maintain financial stability through diversified revenue streams
• Successfully execute the statewide strategic plan
• Build a healthy, high-performing organizational culture

• Strengthen NAMI Georgia’s policy influence and statewide advocacy impact
• Maintain strong Affiliate relationships and measurable program growth

• Expand NAMI Georgia’s visibility, credibility, and partnerships across the state

• Consistently safeguard the organization from legal, financial, and reputational

Advocacy and Awareness Manager

Admin - Atlanta, Georgia (Hybrid)

Company: NAMI Georgia

Description Job Title: Advocacy and Awareness Manager 

Reports to: CEO

Location: In-Person - Atlanta, Georgia 

Status: Full-time, Exempt, Evenings and Weekend work occasionally required 

Date: January 2026 

JOB SUMMARY:

At the direction of the CEO, the Advocacy and Awareness Manager is responsible for mental health policy and grassroots advocacy-related network mobilization, initiatives and projects, which may include building awareness, collaborations, researching legislation, preparing and providing testimony, summarizing hearings or committee meetings in writing, and organizing and engaging key stakeholders in public policy and awareness efforts. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Help create awareness and partnerships for to enhance the vision and mission of the organization. 

• Monitors and develop legislation and policy initiatives as directed by CEO and the National policy Guidelines. 

• Attendance at and active participation in Georgia partnership, collaboration and coalition meetings. 

• Write, edit and proofread newsletters, MH Advocacy Guide, articles, fact sheets, memos, testimony, and online content. 

• Organizes Mental Health Day at the Capitol and other grassroots advocacy, identifying ways to increase member involvement in advocacy and all areas of policy and awareness. 

• Act as admin at policy and coalition meetings, scheduling and setting up meetings, sending follow up and creating agendas.  

• Write h news releases, public policy alerts, research, and web and social media content to members and stakeholders. 

• Create advocacy presentations to be used by the CEO and or stakeholders 

• In the absence of the CEO, represent the organization at presentations, meetings, legislative hearings, and other public hearings. 

• Collaborate with other organizations and other key stakeholders to coordinate policy and awareness efforts. 

• With support of program coordinators, plan, host and implement NAMI SMARTS for Advocacy programming and facilitate the growth of the program and SMARTS trained leaders across the state. 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, partnering agencies, affiliates, advocates, policymakers, stakeholders, and the public. 

• Track and maintain deliverables and spending as required by project and funder needs. 

• Ensure NAMI Georgia staff are up to date with advocacy activities and engage in advocacy support across departments where appropriate. 

• Provide written and/or verbal project and other updates to staff, funders, board members etc. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of the GEORGIA or another state’s mental health field and the legislative process 

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. 

• Knowledge and experience using social media, email marketing, and other outreach tools. 

• Energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate and engage others. 

• Ability to convey appropriate messages in a meaningful and compelling way and represent the organization through various forms of public engagement. 

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups within and outside of the organization. 

• Must embrace the mission of the organization. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years' experience in proven leadership and management role. 

• 5 years of relevant work experience supporting non-profit advocacy or community organizing. 

• Experience being accountable for timelines, managing competing priorities, and openness to cross-functional collaboration (as needed) to achieve key organizational goals, requiring strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills 

• Proven success at managing and growing a project that involved fundraising, publicity, staff management, and maintenance of long-term volunteer and sponsor relationships 

• Ability to use a computer to develop, track, transfer and access information related to required job responsibilities. Above average proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products - Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook. 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including occasional weekends or evening hours as needed – sometimes on short notice (e.g., public hearings that go beyond scheduled time frames). 

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, if necessary, at public hearings. 

• Ability to travel quickly between office and legislative buildings/hearings as necessary. 

• Lived experience with mental illness and/or knowledge of mental illness preferred. 

Measures of Performance: The Advocacy and Awareness manager shall be considered to be performing in an acceptable manner when the following have been accomplished: 

1. Dependability – Can be relied upon to handle a fair workload, maintain communication, meet deadlines and commitments, and accept responsibility for actions. 

2. Analytical Thinking – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives; Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; Approaches a complex task or problem by breaking it down into its component parts and considering each part in detail; Weighs the cost, benefits, risks, and chances for success in making a decision; Designs work flows and procedures. 

3. Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 

4. Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Tailors the content of speech to the level and experience of the audience; Uses appropriate grammar and choice of words in oral speech; Organizes ideas clearly in oral speech; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 

Note

    Starting salary will be determined based on post-college annual experience and relevant career

    field expertise.

Special Project Coordinator

Admin - Atlanta, Georgia

In-Person - Admin - Atlanta, Georgia

Job Title:   Special Projects Coordinator

Company: CEO

Reports To:   Associate Director

Status: Part-time (up to 30 hours), Hourly, Non-Exempt, Evenings and Weekend work occasionally required 

Job Summary:

The Special Projects Coordinator assists in special projects as needed.  These include but are not limited to, assistance with general office, marketing, and program activities, and assisting with special projects, such as Walks, Georgia Events, and Affiliates.  This position will fill in during staff transitions and help onboard and train new staff.  This also includes compliance with funding sources and building up organizational effectiveness in the GA office.  

Essential Duties:

• Project management and implementation for assigned special projects 

• Manage office activities to build up organizational effectiveness and facilitate sustainable progress towards achieving the organization mission priorities as set by the Board 

• Make use of creative, social media, and other marketing technologies, including the internet, to facilitate communications, services, and programs within the organization and to affiliates and community stakeholders 

• Oversee coordination of office and program projects  

• Serve as a backup for open positions throughout the organization 

• Assist with the development and implementation of new programs 

• Assist with special projects associated with the board of directors 

• Assist with special event planning, preparing and implementing as needed. 

• Assist with marketing needs (website maintenance, graphics creation, content writing) and other related tasks as needed. 

Program, Product, and Service Delivery

• Execute plans, initiatives, and policies 

• Assist programs, services, and activities to ensure that policies, plans, and program objectives/deliveries are met within the approved budget 

• Help with the development of special projects, education and outreach efforts, and information resources 

• Respond to communications and requests promptly 

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Proven success in project management 

• Willingness to receive and contribute purposeful and constructive feedback 

• Proven success at managing and growing a project that involved fundraising, publicity, staff management, and maintenance of long-term volunteer and sponsor relationships 

• Proven general organizational and leadership skills 

• Good judgment and flexibility 

• Must have leadership experience 

• Experience being accountable for timelines, managing competing priorities, and openness to cross-functional collaboration (as needed) to achieve key organizational goals, requiring strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills 

• Experience and comfort with office software: Word, Excel, Outlook/SharePoint, online newsletters, and email. Test at 90% software knowledge 

• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends 

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Lift up to 25 pounds. 

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Skills and knowledge

Knowledge of the programs and services of the organization  

Knowledge of mental illness and Georgia’s or another state’s mental health care delivery system. 

Experience planning and executing speaking engagements to any individual, group, or audience information about the Georgia mission, objectives, and activities. 

Ability to demonstrate qualities of vision and leadership of volunteers and staff. 

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, WordPress, and PowerPoint. 

Ability to supervise and train development staff/volunteers effectively. 

Exhibit strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. 

Self-motivated and able to work independently. 

Primary Initial Goals: 

• Serve as backup for open positions throughout the organization 

• Special projects as assigned  

Note

    Starting salary will be determined based on post-college annual experience and relevant career

    field expertise

Associate Director of Programs and Compliance - ATLANTA

Programs - Atlanta, Georgia (Hybrid)

Title: Associate Director of Program Compliance - Atlanta

Location: Confidential, Atlanta, Georgia

Reports to: CEO

Status: Full-time, Exempt, Evenings and Weekend work required

Job Summary:

Plan, direct and coordinate the programs of a non-profit organization, ensuring compliance with funding sources and regulatory requirements. Plan and maintain systems and procedures for operating efficiency. Manage staff for optimum performance while building organizational effectiveness. Ensure communities around the state are aware of training, meetings and other events on Behavioral Health and Mental Illness as it relates to adults and youth.

Essential Duties:

• Create a data driven strategic plan to implement program grants

• Manage program staff, services, and activities to ensure that policies, plans and program objectives are met within the approved budget

• 
  Manage all program grants and ensure all program outcomes are on track and/or met

• 
  Establish professional funder relationships and manage their expectations

• 
  Ensure compliance with contract terms, federal, state and local regulations, and nonprofit best practices

• 
  Ensure compliance with funding sources (contracts/grants/foundations)

• 
  Ensure maintenance of federal, state, and county contract/grant/foundation files

• 
  Maintain contract/grant/foundation reporting system

• 
  Ensure that contract billing and reports are accurate and reported on time

• 
  Write and submit grants appropriate for programs

• 
  Comply with program policies and procedures

• 
  Recruit, hire and provide effective leadership to the staff

• 
  Provide opportunities for employee development

• 
  Evaluate employee progress toward goals, redirect and counsel when necessary and conduct annual reviews

• 
  Lead program staff meetings

• 
  Facilitate communications, services and programs within the organization and to affiliates and community stakeholders

• 
  Oversee maintenance of official records, policies and documents

• 
  Ensure the creation and distribution of program bi-monthly newsletter

• 
  Collaborate with community providers and advocates

• 
  Monitor state, county, and local issues that may affect community crisis services

• 
  Assist with annual meeting and leadership events

• 
  Serve as a backup contact for the organization Signature programs, youth in crisis programs, and other classes and development

• 
  Oversee implementation of new programs

• 
  Respond to communications and requests in a timely manner

• 
  Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• 
  Ability to make strategic data driven decisions

• Proven success in large state and/or federal grant management

• 
  Excellent organizational skills

• 
  Extensive management/leadership skills

• 
  Good judgment and flexibility

• 
  Efficient with office software: Word, Excel, Gmail/Google Drive and online newsletters

• 
  Ability to travel occasionally and work some weekends

Education and Experience Preferred:

• 
  4 Year degree or 6 years of non-profit experience - working with a board, staff and volunteers, etc.

• 
  Broad (> 5 years) management experience

• 
  In depth grant (>$250,000 minimum) management experience

• 
  Experience in program development

NOTE:  

1. First 90 days in In-Office 

2. Starting salary will be determined based on post-college annual experience and relevant career field expertise.

‍Job Title: Fractional Finance Director (Interim & Strategic Finance Engagements)
Company: Lowe-Hall Crisis Consulting, LLC (LHCC)
Engagement Type: Part-time Contract | Project-Based| Executive-Level Consulting
Location: Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area

Position Overview

This is not a traditional finance role. This is a high-impact, executive-level consulting opportunity for a seasoned financial leader who can step into complexity and bring clarity, discipline, and strategic financial oversight during moments of organizational uncertainty.

You will serve as a trusted financial advisor and operational stabilizer for mission-driven organizations navigating leadership transitions, financial restructuring, rapid growth, or fiscal distress. Whether acting as an Interim Finance Director or senior strategic advisor, you will assess financial health, strengthen fiscal controls, and guide leadership teams toward sound, sustainable financial decision-making.

This role is project-based and designed for leaders who thrive in high-stakes environments, value meaningful impact over routine operations, and understand how financial strategy directly influences organizational stability and mission sustainability.

You Will…

Step into Interim Finance Director or senior finance leadership roles during periods of transition or instability
Stabilize financial operations during executive turnover, financial uncertainty, restructuring, or growth phases
Conduct financial health assessments to identify fiscal risks, operational inefficiencies, and sustainability concerns
Strengthen internal financial controls, reporting systems, and governance practices
Develop financial recovery, restructuring, or sustainability strategies when needed
Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership and boards
Prepare and interpret financial statements, forecasts, and budget models to inform decision-making
Support grant-funded organizations with financial compliance and reporting structures
Guide organizations through budgeting, cash flow management, and long-term financial planning
Partner with LHCC leadership to ensure financial strategy aligns with broader organizational stabilization efforts

How You Work…

You remain calm, analytical, and solutions-oriented in high-pressure environments
You translate complex financial information into clear, strategic insight
You combine strategic financial leadership with practical operational execution
You exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial matters
You quickly assess financial health and move from diagnosis to stabilization
You communicate confidently with executive teams, boards, and finance committees
You operate independently while collaborating effectively with leadership teams
You bring a balance of financial discipline, strategic thinking, and mission alignment

What We’re Looking For…

10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience (CFO, Finance Director, VP Finance, or senior consultant)
Demonstrated success guiding organizations through financial transition, restructuring, or growth
Prior Interim or Fractional Finance Director experience strongly preferred
Deep expertise in financial management, forecasting, budgeting, and internal controls
Experience supporting nonprofit, healthcare, government, or mission-driven organizations preferred
Strong understanding of nonprofit financial structures, grant compliance, and board financial reporting
Proven ability to manage complex financial challenges with discretion and professionalism
Strong executive presence and board-level communication skills
CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced financial credentials preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

LHCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make engagement and contract decisions based on qualifications, experience, and business needs. LHCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Senior Fractional HR Consultant (Interim & Crisis Engagements) ****NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS***

Company: Lowe-Hall Crisis Consulting (LHCC)

Engagement Type: Part-time Contract | Project-Based | Executive-Level Consulting

Location: Raleigh-Duram-Chapel Hill area

Lowe-Hall Crisis Consulting (LHCC) is a leadership and crisis advisory firm partnering with nonprofit organizations, associations, and mission-driven institutions navigating transition, instability, reputational risk, or operational inflection points.

We specialize in steadying organizations during complex seasons — leadership transitions, board-staff misalignment, structural restructuring, compliance concerns, and moments that require both compassion and decisive action. Our work is strategic, discreet, and impact driven.

Position Summary

This is not a traditional HR role. This is a high-impact, executive-level consulting opportunity for a seasoned HR leader who steps confidently into complexity and brings clarity to moments of instability.

You will serve as a strategic stabilizer for mission-driven organizations navigating leadership transitions, crisis response, restructuring, or cultural disruption. Whether acting as an Interim HR Director or trusted executive advisor, you will assess risk, restore alignment, and rebuild people systems that support long-term organizational health.

This role is project-based and designed for leaders who thrive in high-stakes environments, value meaningful impact over routine operations, and understand how people's strategy directly influences organizational stability.

You Will…

• Step into Interim HR Director or senior HR leadership roles during transition or disruption

• Stabilize HR operations during executive turnover, crisis, restructuring, or workforce shifts

• Lead complex employee relations matters, investigations, and conflict resolution efforts

• Conduct organizational assessments to identify cultural, compliance, and retention risks

• Design and implement workforce stabilization and corrective action strategies

• Audit HR policies, infrastructure, and compliance practices

• Advise boards and executive teams on employment risk mitigation and best practices

• Support restructuring, workforce planning, and change management initiatives

• Draft and revise policies, handbooks, and systems aligned with organizational mission

• Partner with LHCC leadership to ensure people strategy supports broader engagement objectives

How You Work…

• You remain calm, steady, and solutions-focused in high-pressure environments

• You combine strategic insight with hands-on execution

• You lead with discretion, sound judgment, and strong ethical grounding

• You bring emotional intelligence to sensitive and high-stakes situations

• You quickly assess organizational dynamics and move from diagnosis to action

• You communicate confidently with executive teams and boards

• You operate independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders

• You balance compassion with accountability

What We’re Looking For…

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience (HR Director, VP of HR, CHRO, or senior consultant)

• Demonstrated success leading through crisis, restructuring, or executive transition

• Prior interim HR leadership experience strongly preferred

• Deep expertise in employment law, compliance, and risk mitigation

• Experience supporting nonprofit, healthcare, government, or mission-driven organizations preferred

• Proven ability to manage confidential, complex situations with discretion

• Strong executive presence and board-level communication skills

• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable certification preferred