Executive Director

Our Neighbors’ Table (ONT) is an innovative hunger-relief organization headquartered in Salisbury, MA, serving communities across Massachusetts’ Lower Merrimack Valley. ONT ensures reliable, dignified, community-based access to nourishing food, guided by a commitment to kindness and the well-being of the whole person. With a significantly expanded, multi-million-dollar operation, ONT’s Amesbury community market and weekly meals serve more than 6,300 individuals annually, while its new 10,000-square-foot food distribution center—home to its Salisbury market—supports partner organizations serving more than 30,000 residents each month.

Founded in 1992, ONT has evolved from a community-based meal program into a leading regional resource for food access. A dedicated team of 20 employees and more than 600 volunteers delivers people-centric services, including grocery-style community markets, home-delivery for homebound neighbors, welcoming community meals, and SNAP navigation support. ONT also partners with local pediatric providers through its innovative Food Resource Advocate model to help identify and support families experiencing food insecurity.

ONT’s regional leadership is most visible in the Seacoast Regional Food Hub, which opened in 2024. Through the Hub, ONT plays a critical role in facilitating consistent, reliable access to food for partner organizations on the frontline of hunger relief, including social services agencies, food assistance organizations, churches, food pantries, and Councils on Aging.

ONT seeks a mission-driven, experienced leader to guide its strategic direction, provide strong operational and program oversight, and steward continued regional growth. The Executive Director (ED) will serve as a visible ambassador and lead fundraiser, cultivating relationships and partnerships to advance ONT’s mission and vision.

The ideal candidate is an inclusive, collaborative leader with strengths in organizational leadership, business planning, change management, and external relations. Combining knowledge of nonprofit governance and operational/financial excellence, the ED will partner strategically with the Board of Directors, empower the leadership team, and work closely with staff, volunteers, and community partners to advance ONT’s vision. 

·       A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 10+ years of progressive management experience, ideally in a mission-driven organization focused on improving individual and community wellbeing.

·       Experience partnering effectively with Boards on governance and strategic planning. 

·       Strong fiscal stewardship and experience guiding organizational growth and scaling capacity, while fostering a healthy team culture and delivering measurable results.

·       Demonstrated success in fundraising, external relations, and community partnership development, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

·       Strong advocacy skills and ability to serve as a credible public voice for the mission.

·       Regional familiarity is preferred. Passion for ONT’s mission is essential.

who share its commitment to dignity and equity.

This is a retained executive search of Exceptional Executive Search.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and résumé to info@eesrecruit.com.