Details

Posted: 06-Aug-26

Location: D.C.

Type: Full Time (Remote Only)

Salary: $220,000 - $300,000

Categories:

Executive Director/CEO

Health

Membership

Salary Details:

comprehensive benefits package

Preferred Education:

Masters

Additional Information:

Hybrid/Remote is allowed.

Certifications:

CAE

Earners of the Certified Association Executive have demonstrated, through experience and passing an exam, that they have practical experience in association management and executive level knowledge in defined competencies. Earners pledge to uphold codes of ethics and professional conduct. The CAE is maintained through ongoing association management professional development and leadership activities. The CAE Program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).

Lead the Future of Women's Health

The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) seeks a visionary, collaborative, and mission-driven executive to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer.

Representing more than 13,300 Women's Health Nurse Practitioners, students, and advanced practice registered nurses, NPWH is the leading professional association dedicated to advancing excellence in women's and gender-related healthcare. Through evidence-based clinical guidance, continuing education, advocacy, and professional leadership, NPWH empowers clinicians and champions high-quality healthcare for women and all individuals receiving women's and gender-related healthcare.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic executive to lead a nationally respected professional association during an exciting period of growth and innovation. Working in close partnership with an engaged Board of Directors, the CEO will shape organizational strategy, strengthen member value, expand advocacy efforts, and ensure the long-term sustainability and impact of NPWH.

The Opportunity

The Chief Executive Officer serves as the organization's chief staff executive and is responsible for providing strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership. The CEO oversees all aspects of the association while ensuring strong governance, sound financial stewardship, operational excellence, and an exceptional member experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with the Board of Directors to implement NPWH's strategic vision and organizational priorities
• Providing executive leadership for all association operations, programs, finances, and staff
• Leading membership growth, engagement, and retention initiatives
• Strengthening advocacy efforts and representing NPWH with policymakers, healthcare leaders, and strategic partners
• Building a high-performing organizational culture focused on collaboration, accountability, innovation, and service
• Ensuring sound nonprofit governance, fiscal responsibility, compliance, and organizational sustainability
• Serving as the public face of NPWH while strengthening relationships with members, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders nationwide

NPWH has retained Nielsen Training & Consulting to facilitate this national executive search.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and résumé outlining their interest and qualifications. Applications will be reviewed on a confidential basis until the position is filled. 

Applications should be submitted via email to gregory@nielsenconsults.com.

The deadline to apply is August 28, 2026. 

NPWH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from individuals whose experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen the diversity of the organization and the communities it serves.

NPWH seeks a strategic and emotionally intelligent executive who combines exceptional leadership ability with a passion for advancing healthcare and professional practice.

Successful candidates will bring:

• Seven or more years of progressively responsible executive leadership experience within an association, nonprofit, healthcare organization, professional society, or similar mission-driven organization
• Demonstrated success working collaboratively with a governing board
• Strong financial management, strategic planning, and organizational leadership experience
• Experience leading membership-based organizations or stakeholder-driven initiatives
• Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and public speaking skills
• The ability to build trust, inspire teams, and lead organizational growth and change
• A commitment to inclusion, ethical leadership, transparency, and member service

A bachelor's degree is required. A master's degree in association management, nonprofit management, business administration, healthcare administration, public administration, public policy, or a related field is preferred. Certified Association Executive (CAE) or comparable professional certification is also valued.

Experience within healthcare associations, nursing, advanced practice nursing, women's health, public policy, or advocacy is highly desirable.

About National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH)

About NPWH NPWH is the professional community for Women's Health Nurse Practitioners, students, and other advanced practice registered nurses who provide women's and gender-related healthcare. We set a standard of excellence by generating, translating, and promoting the latest research and evidence-based clinical guidance, providing high-quality continuing education, and advocating for patients, providers, and the WHNP profession. Our mission includes protecting and promoting a woman and all individuals' rights to make their own choices regarding their health and well-being within the context of their lived experience and their personal, religious, cultural, and family beliefs. Vision We envision a world where WHNP-BCs and all APRNs who provide women’s and gender related healthcare are esteemed pioneers in fostering a just, healthy, and equitable society. Our Strategic Plan 2025-2027 reflects the shared mission, vision and values of our community and organization. The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) advances the practice of women’s and gender-related healthcare through education, advocacy, and professional development for Women’s Health N...urse Practitioners and other clinicians. NPWH is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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