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Job Description Position Title: Executive Director Organization: CRY America (Child Rights and You America, Inc.) Reports to: Board of Directors Position: Full-Time, Remote; USA-based (preference for candidates in or near New York or the San Francisco Bay Area). Exempt Salary: $135,000-$150,000 About CRY America CRY America believes every child - regardless of background - deserves the right to live, learn, grow, and dream. Established in 2002, CRY America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to restoring and protecting the basic rights of underprivileged children, primarily in India and the United States. As part of the global CRY (Child Rights and You) movement—one of the most trusted and recognized child rights organizations in the world—CRY America works to break the cycle of poverty, exploitation, and neglect by addressing the root causes of child rights violations. The organization partners with grassroots initiatives, advocates for policy change, and mobilizes people across the U.S. to join in creating lasting change. Impact and Recognition: • Impacted over 800,000 children since inception., • Transformed 2,500+ villages and communities into child-friendly spaces., • Rescued 7,000+ children from exploitative labor and trafficking., • Supported or activated 1,700+ schools to improve access and quality of education. The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive of CRY America, responsible for providing visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight to advance the organization’s mission. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the ED will guide CRY America through an important leadership transition, shaping the future structure of its U.S. operations while sustaining its strong partnership with CRY India. This role requires a dynamic, entrepreneurial fundraiser who can sustain CRY America’s successful event-based fundraising model—galas currently generate the majority of revenue—while strategically diversifying into major gifts, institutional donors, and corporate partnerships. The ED will serve as the organization’s primary ambassador, cultivating high-net-worth individuals, engaging the Indian diaspora, and forging relationships with foundations and corporate partners. As the senior-most leader in the United States, the ED will also: • Partner with the Board of Directors to strengthen governance and consider new fundraising expectations for board members., • Build credibility and alignment across diverse stakeholders, including U.S.-based staff, volunteers, donors, and the CRY India team., • Navigate a three-month overlap with the outgoing President (transitioning to a temporary Board role) to ensure continuity while establishing their own leadership. Impact Areas Strategic & Visionary Leadership • Guide CRY America through a critical leadership transition, ensuring stability and alignment with CRY India’s mission., • Sustain and expand CRY’s core gala and event-driven fundraising, while building capacity in high-net-worth donor cultivation and diaspora giving., • Strengthen CRY’s national volunteer and ambassador network, with a focus on Indian diaspora communities in key U.S. cities., • Serve as CRY America’s chief spokesperson, representing the organization with credibility, authenticity, and impact., • Lead and inspire a small but growing U.S. team of fundraisers and staff, fostering collaboration, accountability, and performance., • Ensure financial stewardship, compliance with U.S. nonprofit regulations, and alignment with CRY’s global governance model. Essential • Mission Alignment – Deep commitment to advancing children’s rights and equity., • Proven Leadership – Minimum 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience, including at least 5 years in an executive role within a nonprofit or social impact organization., • Fundraising Expertise – Demonstrated track record securing six-figure gifts, leading campaigns, and building long-term donor relationships., • Event Fundraising Experience – Direct experience leading high-profile galas and donor events, with the ability to sustain and grow event-based revenue while developing alternative funding streams., • Strategic & Operational Acumen – Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and ensuring compliance with nonprofit governance., • Communication Excellence – Skilled storyteller with the ability to inspire action across diverse audiences., • Team Leadership – Experience building and mentoring diverse, high-performing teams., • Background in international development, child rights, or global nonprofit management., • Experience with Indian diaspora communities., • Familiarity with 501(c)(3) governance and compliance., • A degree in nonprofit management, public administration, business, or related field. To Apply CRY America has retained the services of Charity Search Group to lead the search for this position. To apply, please complete the online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Mariya Yurukova at or visit CRY America is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal or local law.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Competitive salary, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off Key duties of AGM: Operational Supervision: To set a good example for the staff with regard to punctuality, attendance, attitude, safety, and hygiene. To practice and promote relevant Personal Safety, Food Safety, and Fire Safety standards. To communicate regularly and effectively with all staff members through staff meetings, appraisals, and one to one coaching. To implement quality and productivity objectives and to develop and implement staffing and business plans to achieve company goals. To develop operational strategy and ensure that the operational activities meet organizational requirements. To address operational, technical, and mechanical issues in a timely manner. To assist the GM to monitor and maintain the POS system and reconcile daily receipts. Staff Productivity: To ensure that employees follow the company standards, policies, and strategies. To delegate daily work assignments and schedules for employees. Coach and develop employees to build a strong cohesive working team. To be informed and aware of all relevant legislation regarding labor laws, workplace safety, harassment issues, and employee rights. To communicate regularly, efficiently, and professionally with staff, heads of departments, and ownership. To regularly communicate with customers, staff, other management, and ownership regarding quality of product & service. To meet with ownership and management to discuss all policy issues and changes when necessary. To meet with staff, heads of departments, other managers, and ownership to discuss details for promotional events & special occasions such as private parties, buyouts, and other special events. To constantly strive to improve the standards of hygiene, safety, production, morale, and service throughout the company. To implement and maintain efficient & effective work methods & systems. To schedule staff based on expected business needs to avoid overtime as much as possible. Cost Control of Business: To optimize profits by controlling prime costs - food, beverage, and labor costs. Actively identify and be aware of ways to find savings and eliminate waste in all areas. To ensure that all services delivered within the business are being charged correctly. To oversee inventory, and communicate any shortages or other unexpected results to the ownership. To manage the pooled tips daily fund, record, and distribute according to Kaiyo policy. Quality of Service: To strive to ensure that Kaiyo staff is among the very best trained in the city. To conduct pre-shift meetings, monitor & evaluate staff performance, and provide constructive feedback. To ensure that all staff are properly, completely, and continually trained to the fullest extent possible especially as regards knowledge, technique, safety, consistency, hospitality, and professional conduct. To consistently practice and act as a role-model in the delivery of the highest standard of hospitality to ensure that no guest ever receives less than excellent service. To treat all employees and all management with respect at all times while still being highly passionate about your role in the business. To ensure positive guest service in all areas. Respond to complaints, taking any and all appropriate actions to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests Quality of Standards: To adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs including food, beverage, supply, utility, labor costs and all other controllable expenses. To ensure company policies and brand equity standards are followed. To consistently review operations to identify any problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement. To develop and implement creative solutions to areas of improvement. Overall Safety & Hygiene: To practice high standards of personal hygiene at all times in terms of grooming and uniform. To be responsible for ensuring that safety, security, and sanitary procedures are adhered to throughout the property. To maintain the required standards of operational hygiene according to the San Francisco Department of Public Health Retail Food Safety Program at all times. To train and monitor all staffs hygiene and safety standards and to keep yourself and the staff up to date on their Food Handlers Certification. To train and monitor all staffs safety practices with special attention to regular hand washing, maintaining the floor in clean & safe non-slip condition, maintaining equipment & tools in proper & safe condition, use of proper lifting technique, proper attire & gear, and professional demeanor of the entire staff at all times. Working Conditions & Job Specification: This position will require standing for extended periods of time. Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, steam, and water. The individual must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly. Must be able to speak, read and understand basic English phrases and directions.