For 70 years, Holt International has been a pioneer in global child welfare, working toward a vision of a world where every child has a loving, secure home. Rooted in Christian faith and compassion, Holt serves vulnerable children and families across more than 17 countries through family strengthening, foster and kinship care, adoption services, education, nutrition, health programs, and lifelong post-adoption support. In 2025 alone, Holt's programs reached more than 1.1 million children, family members, and community members worldwide.
Holt International is seeking a visionary and transformational Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through an important period of strategic evolution. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide strategic leadership as Holt deepens its global impact, strengthens its commitment to in-country family preservation and child-centered care, diversifies and grows revenue, and elevates its influence as a leading voice in international child welfare and ethical adoption.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a mission-driven executive who can unite stakeholders around a compelling vision, lead organizational transformation, strengthen financial sustainability, and inspire donors, staff, partners, adoptees, and families worldwide. The successful candidate will bring significant senior leadership experience, a demonstrated record of leading complex organizations through change, success in fundraising and revenue development, strong business acumen, and a deep commitment to serving vulnerable children and families. Holt seeks a leader whose Christian faith informs a life of service, stewardship, compassion, and integrity.
The anticipated salary range is $250,000-$300,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package. The Chief Executive Officer will be based in Eugene, Oregon, with domestic and international travel required.
How to Apply:
If you want to lead this impactful organization, please confidentially submit a current resume and cover letter to Kittleman & Associates. The cover letter provides an opportunity to express your interest in Holt International’s mission and highlight relevant leadership experience.
For best consideration, please submit application materials by September 14, 2026.
For more information about Holt International, visit https://www.holtinternational.org/.
Holt International - CEO Position GuideSkills Required
- Significant senior leadership experience
- Demonstrated record of leading complex organizations through change
- Proven success in fundraising and revenue development
- Strong business acumen and financial management skills
- Deep commitment to serving vulnerable children and families
- Christian faith that informs a life of service, stewardship, compassion, and integrity
- Based in Eugene, Oregon (willingness to reside or relocate)
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
- Experience with international child welfare, adoption services, or family preservation programs
What We Do
Kittleman & Associates is an executive search firm dedicated exclusively to nonprofit leadership. It helps nonprofit organizations identify and recruit CEOs and executive directors, combining customized search processes, analytics, sector expertise, and hands-on guidance from consultants with nonprofit leadership or board experience. The firm also advises clients on leadership transitions and succession, supporting organizations across a broad range of nonprofit sectors.
