Chief Executive Officer & President
Founded in 1932, the Boston Municipal Research Bureau (Research Bureau) is a cornerstone of Boston's civic landscape, dedicated to providing rigorous, data-driven research, analysis, and recommendations regarding the city's services and finances. Renowned for its independence and objectivity, the Research Bureau serves as a trusted and vital resource to its members, policymakers, elected officials, journalists, and the public. As Boston confronts increasingly complex urban challenges, the Research Bureau's role in enhancing the effectiveness and accountability of Boston's government and in shaping a more equitable and prosperous city has never been more critical.
The Opportunity
The next Chief Executive Officer and President (CEO) of the Boston Municipal Research Bureau will inherit a remarkable legacy of being an indispensable voice for fiscal responsibility and government efficiency and effectiveness in Boston. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a strategic leader to build on this legacy, guiding the Research Bureau into its next chapter with a renewed focus on its mission to provide objective and impartial research and policy analysis in addressing the key challenges and opportunities facing Boston today. In addition, the new CEO will need to build the organization's membership and shore up its finances to ensure the Research Bureau has the resources to thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Safeguard independence, objectivity, and public trust by producing fact-based, timely, impartial research and independent oversight.
Preserve the City's fiscal health and address urban challenges by delivering insightful and actionable analysis and recommendations.
Maximize the Research Bureau's impact through effective communication strategies to various audiences.
Ensure the Research Bureau's financial sustainability through innovative ways to expand membership and fundraising.
Provide clear and thoughtful leadership to the staff, reporting to the Board of Directors.
Represent the Research Bureau across Boston's civic landscape.
Candidate Profile:
Ideal candidates will display the following qualities:
Strategic, adaptable leader with thought partnership skills.
Research-driven and policy-savvy with a commitment to high-quality analysis.
Independent and objective, maintaining neutrality in political dynamics.
Excellent communicator and relationship builder.
Fundraiser and resource developer with a focus on revenue enhancement.
Champion of operational performance and inclusive culture.
Proponent of best practices in nonprofit governance.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in law, business, or public policy preferred, with 10+ years of relevant experience.
Understanding of municipal government, finance, and policy.
Proven ability to increase revenue and develop a member base.
Effective manager, able to engage and empower a skilled staff.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $185,000 – $200,000 with a competitive benefits package.
Contact
Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group has been exclusively retained for this engagement. Submit a cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile or emailing the search team directly at ******. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.
The Boston Municipal Research Bureau is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from diverse candidates.
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