"President and CEO"

National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE)

President and CEO Search

The Board of Directors for the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (https://www.nadohe.org/) invites nominations, inquiries, and applications for an extraordinary leader to serve as the President and CEO. The President and CEO will provide strategic leadership and serve as the national and international voice on issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in higher education and beyond.

In collaboration with the Board of Directors, the next President and CEO will set a vision that bridges the organization’s past, present, and future, and will proactively chart a course for broadening the reach and impact of NADOHE extending into the second half of the 21st Century. The expected start date is January 2026.

The National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE) is the preeminent voice for senior diversity officers. It leads the national and international conversation on diversity, equity, and inclusion in postsecondary education. Ultimately, it investigates, influences, and innovates to transform higher education so inclusive excellence thrives at the core of each institution worldwide.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, dynamic, and visionary leader prepared to guide the organization to achieve its mission and strategic goals. It is anticipated that the President and CEO will assume office in January 2026. The full job description, including qualifications and the application process can be found in the position profile: https://academicsearch.org/open-searches-public/

Confidential discussions about this opportunity are welcomed. Please send your CV in advance to NADOHEpres@academicsearch.org to inform your conversation with one of the consultants facilitating the search, Maria Thompson and Disa Mason.

Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted in confidence to NADOHEpres@academicsearch.org. Materials received by November 24, 2025 can be assured full consideration from the search committee. The application should consist of a substantive cover letter, a curriculum vitae and a list of five professional references. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate.