Mobile Healthcare Association
Executive Director
Location: remote with travel (1-2 days/month)
Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000

 

About the Mobile Healthcare Association

Founded in 2005 and formally designated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2012, the Mobile Healthcare Association (MHA) is the leading national organization dedicated to advancing mobile healthcare delivery. Through education, advocacy, and strategic partnerships, we support professionals working to reduce health disparities, improve equity, and expand access to care for underserved communities. MHA has a staff of 7 and a base of over 500 members.

For more information please visit www.mobilehealthcare.org.

About the Executive Director position

Mobile Healthcare Association (MHA) seeks an experienced and visionary leader to support and expand the Association during this rapidly changing time in mobile healthcare. This is a unique opportunity for growth in the sector given major investments in mobile healthcare via the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) and future policy and funding changes to state Medicaid programs in response to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The ideal candidate has a growth mindset and a strong commitment: to serving members, staff, the Board, key partners, and individuals and families nationwide who rely on mobile health care.

MHA is valued and respected by members for its high-quality educational opportunities, knowledge sharing, relevant communication such as grant and funding opportunities and policy changes, a robust annual conference, and trusted guidance around the mobile healthcare industry.

The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive officer of MHA, providing strategic leadership and operational oversight to advance the mission and sustainability of the organization. This is a hands-on leadership role in a small but growing nonprofit, requiring effective collaboration with key staff, including the Senior Program Manager and Senior Communications Manager.

The ED leads fundraising, financial management, strategic partnerships, governance, and high-level organizational development. The role also includes responsibility for driving organizational vision, aligning program impact with strategy, and ensuring effective board engagement and staff leadership.

This is a special opportunity for an experienced leader to build on a solid foundation of success and sustainability and deepen and broaden the impact for which MHA is so well known. The new leader will be rooted in health care and will engage policy experts, industry leaders, and advocate on behalf of its members. They will empower and amplify the staff and Board, ultimately having an impact on the health and well-being of individuals and families across the United States.

Responsibilities

Strategy and Leadership 

• Lead Mobile Healthcare Association’s strategic direction, collaborating with the Board, members, staff, and key partners to design, implement, and track goals aligned with the vision, mission, and changing landscape
• Develop and maintain a trusting, transparent working relationship with the Board and ensure open communication about successes and challenges of financial, programmatic, and operational performance 
• Ensure ongoing organizational excellence; rigorous performance evaluation; and consistent, high-quality finance, administrative, fundraising, communications, and other systems
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of the current mobile health care environment and foster a positive sense of community with policy-making agencies, funders, and other critical entities
• Identify and pursue areas of shared interest with key stakeholders, creating opportunities for new and/or stronger partnerships to strengthen Mobile Healthcare Association’s impact
• Serve as a key thought leader and strong public advocate for mobile healthcare
• Provide timely and transparent reports to the Board on finances, operations, fundraising, partnerships, and organizational risks

Fundraising and Financial Leadership

• Lead and implement MHA’s comprehensive development strategy, including grants, sponsorships, and corporate membership
• Oversee and provide leadership for organizational sustainability with a focus on generating revenue from diverse sources, including grants, events, major donors, etc
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with potential individual, philanthropic, and corporate donors and ensure appropriate access
• Oversee the MHA budget and finances and work to create and ensure adherence to appropriate financial policies and controls in collaboration with the Board Treasurer and Board Chair
• Oversee accounting, 990, financial controls, and fiscal policies
• Run payroll, oversee contracted bookkeeper and liaison with accountant

Membership Service and Program Leadership

• Provide strategic direction for all programs and services to ensure alignment with MHA’s mission and strategic goals
• Support the Senior Program Manager in setting program priorities, evaluating impact, and ensuring excellence in program delivery
• Monitor the effectiveness and scalability of key offerings including technical assistance programs, educational webinars, special interest groups (SIGs), and the annual conference
• Champion innovation in program development to address emerging needs in the mobile healthcare sector
• Ensure programs are data-informed, fiscally responsible, and responsive to the needs of MHA’s diverse membership base

Strategic Partnerships and Sector Leadership

• Cultivate and maintain high-value partnerships with healthcare organizations, academic institutions, nonprofits, funders, and industry stakeholders
• Represent MHA in national coalitions, working groups, and sector-wide initiatives related to health equity, mobile health, and community-based care
• Identify and pursue strategic collaborations that expand MHA’s reach, visibility, and impact.
• Work with the Senior Communications Manager to position MHA as a thought leader in the field through advocacy, storytelling, and partner engagement
• Develop sponsorship and institutional alliance strategies to support program growth and member engagement
• Maintain active and collaborative relationships with federal and state policy leaders and maintain a working knowledge of key state and federal policy issues facing the mobile healthcare industry

Communications and External Relations

• Provide strategic oversight and support to the Senior Communications Manager to ensure brand consistency, clarity of messaging, and audience engagement
• Serve as the external face of MHA in high-level partner meetings, public speaking engagements, media interviews, and sector events
• Ensure that the organization’s public presence reflects its mission, values, and strategic direction.
• Contribute to key messaging related to fundraising, policy advocacy, and organizational priorities

Team Management 

• Directly supervise senior staff including the Senior Program Manager and Senior Communications Manager as well as Senior Advisor and Operations Coordinator
• Foster an inclusive, mission-driven team culture built on accountability, collaboration, and innovation
• Lead organizational development, internal systems, and personnel policies in the absence of a dedicated HR function
• Manage onboarding, professional development, and staff evaluations
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and nonprofit HR best practices

Qualifications

The Search Committee recognizes that not every candidate will bring every piece of knowledge, skills, and experiences listed below and welcomes candidates with various experiences.

• Passion and an abiding commitment to the mission of Mobile Healthcare Association and its member organizations
• At least 10 years of executive leadership experience with a strong track record of building, empowering, and supporting a diverse group of stakeholders
• Strong, clear, and transparent communication skills with the ability to engage, connect, and inspire a variety of audiences
• A strong, proactive problem solver who can bridge the gap between strategy and execution and who brings experience navigating the complex and evolving healthcare terrain
• Experience overseeing essential executive functions, including strategy, finance, operations, and programs
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Strategic growth mindset with the ability to execute tactically in a small team setting
• Knowledge of mobile healthcare, health equity, or public health preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Public Health, Master’s in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or related field preferred

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this role is $160,000 to $180,000, commensurate with experience. Mobile Healthcare Association also offers a benefits package including accrued vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and personal days.