The LaGrua Center in nearby Stonington is looking for a new Director

Executive Director Position Announcement October, 2021

The La Grua Center, a non-profit arts and cultural community center located in Stonington, Connecticut, has announced the search for a new Executive Director.

The Board of Directors is seeking a passionate, energetic, and organized leader who is committed to driving and shaping the Center's evolving impact in the community.

The Executive Director is the manager and chief public representative of the organization, responsible for nurturing community and donor support for the Center, partnering with a range of local institutions and authorities, positioning the Center effectively through media outreach and marketing strategy, and overseeing an array of programming and activities.

The Director must possess exceptional development and coordination skills with the creativity and motivation to develop the organization’s programs, be fluid with management technologies and social media, and collaborate with the non-profit community.

The Executive Director aims to attract new diverse audiences to the Center, while maintaining loyal followers. Grant writing experience is a plus. Excellent communications skills are a must.

The Executive Director leads and manages an all-volunteer organization under the direction of the Board of Directors and collaborates closely with a Programs Director who has a direct line of communication to the Board of Directors.

For more information about La Grua Center, please visit: www.LaGruaCenter.org.

This is a hands-on position in which the Executive Director plays an active and visible role in the community. The compensation for this position is competitive and there is an attractive benefits package.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a resume and/or CV, cover letter, and list of 3 professional references for recent work to lagrua2021search@gmail.com.