Executive Transition Toolkit

Leadership transitions come with both risk and opportunity – but with the right plan, they can strengthen your organization for the future. This useful toolkit provides small to mid-sized nonprofits with a step-by-step guide to navigating executive searches with confidence.

The information walks nonprofit boards and organizations through three key phases of leadership transition:

  • Prepare – Clarify strategic direction and assess strengths, opportunities, and risks.
  • Search – Identify and hire the right executive while stabilizing the organization.
  • Thrive – Support the new leader for long-term success.

Designed to simplify the transition process, it includes best practices and 22 ready-to-use templates to help your organization stay on track and make informed decisions – ensuring a smooth, strategic, and successful leadership change.

Turn transition into an opportunity for growth with the Executive Transition Toolkit

Executive Transition Toolkit Sample: Prepare, Search, Thrive


Toolkit Pricing

A seamless leadership transition is worth the investment. NAM members save 50% on this resource to guide you every step of the way. 

NAM Members: $50 | Non-Members: $100

Purchase the Toolkit and Templates


"This toolkit was a key resource as we planned for successful transition of our Executive Director at the Women's Fund. This comprehensive resource ensured we had a quality process and covered all the bases."

Aileen, Warren, Board President
Women's Fund of Greater Omaha


 

This toolkit is offered at a significantly reduced price due to the generous support of

 
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What's in the Toolkit

32 pages | 22 templates

Transition Workplan Template

Sample Guiding Principles for Managing Executive Transition

Departure Communications Checklist Template

Transition Budget Template

Sample Position Profile + Announcement

Sample Executive Director Job Descriptions

Job Posting Template + Sample

Compensation Plan Template

Search Opening Announcement Template

Sample Candidate Correspondence

Candidate Tracking Sheet Template

Sample Interview Agendas + Questions

Sample Interview Scoring Sheet

Sample Agenda for Finalists

Sample Reference Checking Agenda

Sample Board Recommendation

Offer Letter Template

New Hire Communications Checklist Template

Sample New Hire Press Release

Search Process Summary Template

New Executive Integration Checklist Template

Key Contacts List Template