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Executive Director
Massey Charitable Trust

Position Overview
Massey Charitable Trust is a private foundation that provides approximately $2 million annually in grants to nonprofit organizations in southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond. The Trust has a long-standing reputation for being a steady, respectful, and reliable partner to organizations doing meaningful work in their communities.

We are seeking our next Executive Director: a thoughtful, grounded leader who brings humility, sound judgment, and nonprofit or philanthropic experience to the role. As the Trust’s sole staff member, the Executive Director will steward day-to-day operations, manage grantmaking, and build relationships with nonprofit partners and community leaders. The role works in close partnership with an engaged Board of Trustees to guide the Trust’s impact with clarity and care.

This position is well-suited for someone who leads with curiosity and steadiness, values long-term relationships, and is comfortable in a role that is both strategic and hands-on. The Executive Director will uphold the Trust’s legacy of respectful grantmaking while continually learning alongside grantees and supporting organizations in the region.

This is a hybrid position. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, with benefits included.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Planning

  • Provide overall leadership and vision for the Trust, ensuring alignment with its mission and goals.
  • Work with the Board of Trustees to develop and refine direction for the Trust’s grantmaking and desired impact.
  • Bring judgment, clarity, and a steady, values-aligned approach to strategic decisions.

Grantmaking

  • Oversee the full grantmaking process, including receiving, reviewing, and vetting grant proposals.
  • Conduct meetings and regular site visits with nonprofit partners to understand their mission, leadership strengths, needs, and alignment with the Trust’s focus areas.
  • Communicate recommendations to the Board.
  • Approach nonprofit partners with respect for their expertise.
  • Avoid overly burdensome processes.

Investments & Financial Oversight

  • Provide oversight for the Trust’s investment portfolio, serving as the primary liaison with investment managers and financial advisors.
  • Monitor investment performance, account balances, and ensure adherence to the Trust’s investment policy.
  • Present financial and investment updates to the Board in a clear, grounded manner.

Administrative & Financial Management

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the Trust, including office management, record-keeping, and financial reporting.
  • As the sole staff member, manage basic bookkeeping, invoicing, and grant payment processing, partnering with external accountants for audits, filings, and specialized financial oversight.
  • Ensure the accurate preparation and timely filing of financial statements and tax documents.
  • Collaborate with auditors and tax professionals to ensure compliance and best practices.

Board Relations & Governance

  • Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Trustees and the Trust’s activities.
  • Support the Board in its governance role, helping to identify potential board members, prepare meeting materials, and provide updates on key developments.
  • Organize meetings and site visits, ensuring the Board has the information it needs to make well-informed decisions.
  • Approach Board partnership with openness, clarity, and respect for shared stewardship.

Community Relations & Advocacy

  • Represent the Trust with humility and integrity within the philanthropic and nonprofit communities.
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with nonprofit leaders, community organizations, and peer funders.
  • Serve as a thoughtful and respectful ambassador of the Trust at events, convenings, and professional gatherings.

Qualifications
Experience & Expertise

  • In-depth knowledge of nonprofit organizations and/or philanthropy, and an understanding of the nonprofit sector in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
  • Experience in philanthropy, grantmaking, nonprofit leadership, community development, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with financial oversight and investment management, or the ability to learn in partnership with advisors.
  • Experience working collaboratively with a board or senior leadership body.
  • Approx. 10–15+ years of relevant professional experience (varied pathways welcome).

Skills & Attributes

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Strong project and time management skills; comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a lean environment.
  • Calm, grounded presence and a “can-do,” steady approach to problem-solving.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
  • Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with grants management systems helpful.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree is welcome but not required.

To Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to masseysearch@procopia.co. Applications will be accepted until January 16, 2026.