National Alliance of State & Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD), Executive Director, Washington, DC
About National Alliance of State & Territorial AIDS Directors
NASTAD (National Alliance of State & Territorial AIDS Directors) is a leading non-partisan non-profit association that represents public health officials who administer HIV and hepatitis programs in the U.S. We work to advance the health and dignity of people living with and impacted by HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, and intersecting epidemics by strengthening governmental public health through advocacy and capacity building.
As the trusted voice of state and territorial health departments, NASTAD plays a vital role in shaping national policies, fostering innovation, and promoting health equity. The organization provides technical assistance, policy leadership, and resources to help public health agencies implement effective prevention, care, and treatment programs. With a commitment to eliminating stigma and addressing systemic barriers, NASTAD continues to be a driving force in the nation’s response to HIV and hepatitis, supporting a vision of a world free of these epidemics.
To learn more about NASTAD, please visit: https://www.nastad.org/
The Opportunity
NASTAD seeks an inspirational, collaborative, and empowering Executive Director (ED) to provide strategic direction and oversight for the vital work of the organization. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs, policy, business development, and strategic plan of the organization. The position reports directly to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors.
The ED will serve as the trusted public face of NASTAD, while providing strategic direction and oversight to the organization in close partnership with the Leadership Team to ensure the organization’s operations, team performance, program delivery, and revenue-generating areas are aligned with NASTAD’s mission, culture, and core values.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by marginalized and underserved populations and a strong commitment to equity and inclusivity in the prevention, care and treatment, and access to care and services for HIV and viral hepatitis and syndemic conditions.
Our next leader will join a dedicated team of professionals at NASTAD whose expertise in the fields of HIV and viral hepatitis is widely recognized and highly respected. The ED will lead, further develop, and support the team to meet both the challenges and opportunities to end HIV and eliminate viral hepatitis, and support and advance the health and well-being of affected communities.
Contact
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