Non-Profit Community Development Executive Director, East Falls Development Corporation – Jan 16

Posted by East Falls Development Corporation on January 6, 2026

The East Falls Development Corporation (EFDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA dedicated to community-based economic development in the East Falls community. We serve the East Falls Riverfront Business District and Conrad Street commercial corridor through technical assistance and convening, cleaning and greening, neighborhood planning, and capital improvements. We envision a thriving business district that is walkable, connected, sustainable, and healthy.

The Board of Directors relies on the Executive Director as the only full-time employee.

Job Description – Executive Director

EFDC is seeking an Executive Director who understands the importance of community relationships while also possessing excellent organizational skills, entrepreneurial energy, flexibility, and imagination to further the positive economic development in East Falls. The position can accommodate flexible scheduling needs and presents exciting opportunities to collaborate with other influential community leaders and public officials on broad-based city initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills and business acumen to attract and retain business to the commercial corridor – or the desire to learn. The individual may come from small business, commercial corridor work, a non-profit organization, or management in a larger business, but must be self-motivated and capable of functioning effectively in an independent environment.

Interested applicants should submit a resume by January 16, 2026.

Full job description and application information.