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At BoardWalk, we’re known for bringing unexpected candidates to the table, ready to make a difference in the nonprofit world, but who just didn’t know it yet. Are you a leader who exceeds expectations? Search our featured opportunities below to see if you are a fit for any of our current assignments.
BoardWalk Consulting is a nationally-ranked executive search firm based in Atlanta. Our nonprofit and philanthropic clients are leaders of missions that are advancing justice, enhancing people’s lives, and
reshaping the world.
BoardWalk is recruiting a new Director, who will lead and win executive searches and join this collaborative, energizing team. The Director will bring ideas, relationships, and passion for BoardWalk’s mission and the philanthropic sector.
For over fifty years, Trust for Public Land (TPL) has transformed a simple belief into extraordinary action: everyone needs access to the outdoors. During a time when social divisions feel more pronounced, TPL recognizes that connecting with nature can inspire hope, harmony, and unity. With more than 5,000 parks, trails, and schoolyards created and millions of acres protected, TPL has evolved beyond traditional conservation into a powerful force for social change— utilizing green spaces to foster connections and promote healthier communities.
TPL is at an exciting inflection point of strategic growth and deepening its impact. The organization has doubled its philanthropic support since 2020. It has ambitious plans to scale and give more people access to the benefits of the outdoors and cultural and historical connections to place. TPL seeks a strategic, visionary Chief Financial Officer to architect the financial strategies that will power the next chapter—combining rigor with innovation so TPL can act quickly when opportunity knocks.
Leadership Profile | Client Website
Job Features
| Job Category | Conservation and public gardens |
As the nation’s guardian of civil rights and liberties, the (ACLU) American Civil Liberties Union dares to create a more perfect union — beyond one person, party, or side, through its mission “to realize this promise of the United States Constitution for all and expand the reach of its guarantees”.
In a time of unprecedented attacks on civil liberties, the National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) of the ACLU builds power to achieve an accountable and representative democracy. NPAD seeks a Senior Director of National Campaigns to strategically advance its ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice, and Abuse of Power through world class campaigns that activate legislative, administrative, and electoral lever.
Partnering across the ACLU, the Senior Director will drive national and federal efforts that support and amplify the priorities of the ACLU and its affiliates.
Job Features
| Job Category | Social justice |
The MacArthur Justice Center (MJC) is a leader in advancing law enforcement reform through litigation and advocacy. Founded in 1985, the Justice Center fights to vindicate the rights of individuals harmed by the criminal legal system, hold people with power accountable, and transform the system.
MJC seeks a Director of Development who will build and lead a new development function. The new Director of Development will be passionate about MJC's work and knowledgeable about the criminal legal system and current issues. The ideal candidate will have relevant legal, civil rights, and/or criminal justice fundraising experience, with proven operational and growth experience, ideally including start-ups or contexts similar to MJC.
For more than 50 years, the Foundation has been a champion for equity and economic opportunity in Arkansas—investing in transformational change across the state with a bold commitment to justice, education, and inclusive growth.
WRF seeks a seasoned CEO who brings a bold vision and excellent leadership. The CEO will be dynamic, credible, knowledgeable, and passionate about philanthropy, bringing relevant lived experience and passion to serving Arkansas. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to upholding the mission of WRF with integrity and transparency. The CEO will be an inspiring leader who will facilitate a spirit of cohesion and accountability within WRF and with all programmatic and legislative partners.
Leadership Profile | Client Website
The Wilderness Land Trust is a mission-driven conservation organization known for its thoughtful growth and strategic land acquisition partnerships. The Trust transfers acquired land to the federal government to ensure its permanent protection. With a collaborative and non-hierarchical culture, the organization operates primarily remotely with a small, dedicated team of seven professionals who value flexibility and mutual trust.
The Executive Director will lead this well-established organization, supported by an engaged board and experienced staff. This role calls for a leader with a strong commitment to wilderness protection, proven nonprofit leadership, fundraising skills, financial management experience, and the vision to expand the Trust’s impact while working closely with a high-performing team to protect public lands at the highest level.
Leadership Profile | Client Website
Job Features
| Job Category | Environmental |
Color Of Change is the nation’s largest online racial justice organization. It is a powerful force for racial justice, driven by millions of members nationwide, and it is needed now more than ever.
At this defining moment in America, Color Of Change seeks a visionary leader and President to steer the nation’s most influential digital organizing force for Black communities through transformative change, while deepening and accelerating its mission to advance racial justice and demand accountability from corporations and government.
Leadership Profile | Client Website
Job Features
| Job Category | Social justice |