Executive & Strategic Initiatives Lead (Rathgeber Campus)

SAFE Alliance seeks an Executive & Strategic Initiative Lead for the Administration program in the Executive Administration department. The position advances CEO-sponsored initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, improve governance and operational processes, support responsible use of emerging technologies, and increase organizational impact. This role works closely with executive leadership, Board members, the Executive Assistant to the CEO, the Administrative Manager, and cross-functional teams while providing executive-level support to the CEO. 

SAFE Alliance:

The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.

Over the past two years, SAFE has served 11,397 clients across our programs. During that time, SAFE reached more than 50,000 community members through over 2,000 trainings, provided more than 150,000 nights and days of shelter and housing support, and delivered over 53,000 crisis intervention and advocacy services through our 24/7 hotline, walk-in advocacy, and direct support programs.

No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.

Position Details:

We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, non-exempt basis for an annual salary of $65,000 to $70,000 dependent upon experience. The work location will be based at our Rathgeber Village Campus in the Mueller area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses and will allow for some remote/hybrid work. 

Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:

• Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
• Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
• 8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
• Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
• A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
• SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.

*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field required. Bachelor's degree preferred. 
• Equivalent years of professional-level relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of an Associate's Degree.
• Experience managing complex calendars, executive travel, meetings, events, and organizational priorities, preferred.
• Experience working within a nonprofit, healthcare, government, or mission-driven organization is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience providing executive-level support or coordinating strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, and systems-thinking skills.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into actionable recommendations for executive leadership.
• Experience evaluating organizational operations, developing process improvements, or supporting organizational research.
• Experience developing executive reports, dashboards, policies, procedures, or organizational documentation.
• Experience researching, evaluating, or implementing technology-enabled solutions, including AI, automation, knowledge management, or digital workflow improvements.
• Intellectual curiosity, initiative, and the ability to quickly learn new organizational domains, systems, and technologies.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and influence outcomes without direct supervisory authority.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
• All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.

Application Information and Instructions:

• We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, LinkedIn or any other social media messaging service.
• Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
• All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1^st or 16^th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
• All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
• If you or someone you know are in need of our services, please call 512.267.7233, text 737.888.7233 or chat at safeaustin.org/chat