Chief Executive Officer

Menorah Heritage Foundation (MHF) is a strategic grant-making organization dedicated to enhancing health and well-being across the greater Kansas City community. Rooted in Jewish values, MHF’s guiding principles include perpetuating the Jewish community, investing in transformational change, and addressing critical needs. Our philanthropic approach is grounded in the principles of Trust-Based Philanthropy, fostering authentic partnerships and long-term impact. MHF proudly operates as a supporting organization of the Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) of Greater Kansas City.

We’re seeking an influential and forward-thinking Chief Executive Officer to lead MHF into the next chapter of impact and innovation. This role will provide visionary strategic leadership for MHF, overseeing operations, operational staff, and grant cycles, while working in cooperation with the Jewish Community Foundation and as a member of the Jewish Funders Council. The CEO works closely with the MHF Board of Directors to advance our mission through innovative grantmaking and community engagement while fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and partnership. 

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with MHF’s mission and Trust Based Philanthropy principles; lead a small, collaborative team in partnership with the Jewish Community Foundation CEO and staff.
• Community Representation: Serve as primary spokesperson for MHF, cultivating relationships across the Jewish community, diverse Kansas City neighborhoods, and with funders and civic partners; initiate and oversee special projects approved by the Board.
• Grantmaking Oversight: Direct multiple annual grant cycles, ensuring effective evaluation, compliance, and recordkeeping; identify impactful projects with staff and committees, and lead innovative/incubation grantmaking.
• Program Management: Maintain a creative, knowledgeable, and community-focused approach to grantmaking, strengthening relationships with grantees and partner organizations.
• Financial Stewardship: Partner with the Investment Committee to oversee the investment committee strategy and asset allocation; review the Investment Policy Statement annually, monitor financial trends, and ensure liquidity for strategic decisions.
• Budget & Compliance: Prepare and manage the annual budget, provide regular financial reporting to the Board, and ensure compliance with accounting, legal, tax, and continuity requirements; maintain communication with constituent fund representatives/custodians.
• Board Collaboration: Provide timely information to the Board, implement decisions and policies, and actively participate in Board activities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with board members, community stakeholders, and grantees; represent MHF at community events and manage external communications.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within an organization of similar size/scope; prior nonprofit experience ideal.
• Demonstrated success with strategic planning and execution, investment oversight, and committee work.
• Excellence in organizational management with the ability to work closely with a Board of Directors
• Strong presentation and communication skills; comfortable serving as lead spokesperson and relationship builder.
• Coalition building skills with the ability to work effectively across a variety of stakeholders.
• Substantial knowledge of Jewish culture and the Kansas City Jewish community.
• Excellent financial acumen with a demonstrated ability to manage and analyze budgets and financials.
• Strong understanding of grantmaking processes and the nonprofit sector.
• Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree or comparable experience preferred.

OMNI is honored to be retained in this search. We appreciate your referrals to professionals who may have an interest in this outstanding opportunity. Formal interest accepted through the OMNI Executive Career Portal. Please direct all inquiries to:

OMNI Human Resource Solutions

Michelle Anderson, Vice President, Executive Search – [email protected]

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