Job Description

Executive Director

Founded in 2003, GiGi's Playhouse Inc.’s mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all.  We profoundly change lives through national campaigns, educational programs, and by empowering individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community.  All programs are free and are therapeutic or educational in nature. Each one of our programs is designed to work on specific skill development, including speech and language, literacy, socialization, and fine and gross motor skills. GiGi’s Playhouse currently has over 60 locations across North America and is growing by several locations annually.

Location

Gigi’s Playhouse of Raleigh is in beautiful downtown Cary, NC. Moving from its original location in Raleigh in 2023, Gigi’s Playhouse is in a new building near the library and the park. A walkable and quaint downtown, the Playhouse is adjacent to ample free parking and steps away from shops, restaurants, and more. 

Job Description

The Executive Director is a marketing-minded and development-minded individual who ensures long-term sustainability, prominence, and operational excellence of a GiGi’s Playhouse location or multiple locations in one community.  This includes helping to ensure operation is fully funded and that the community is aware of the scope and impact of programs offered.  The Executive Director will be actively involved in development/ fundraising activities, driving community members to the Playhouse, and building a strong community presence and local donations through donor outreach, developing media contacts, and other related activities. The role is estimated to be roughly 50% development and 50% playhouse management & marketing.

Primary goals for this role include:

• Deepen family engagement and connection with the playhouse.
• Increase funding through individual donors, sponsorships, in-kind, and corporate support.
• Maximize awareness of GiGi’s Playhouse and Down syndrome across the local community.
• Ensure delivery of the highest quality operational execution and outstanding customer experience.

The job duties listed in this job description may not be inclusive of all requirements of this position; other duties may be assigned.