Executive Director

The client is seeking an Executive Director to lead a dynamic, mission-driven nonprofit newsroom focused on expanding access to critical news and information for immigrant communities. This role serves as the chief executive and primary external representative, responsible for setting the strategic direction, ensuring financial health, overseeing fundraising efforts, and maintaining operational integrity. The Executive Director will guide a senior leadership team and report to the Board of Directors, playing a pivotal role in shaping the organization's growth and impact.

Key responsibilities include developing and stewarding the organization's multi-year growth plan, fostering a strong and inclusive organizational culture, and partnering with leaders across editorial, product, and strategy to enhance digital tools and audience engagement. The Executive Director is expected to make high-stakes decisions, advocate for the organization's unique model of community-driven journalism, and translate strategic goals into actionable plans. Additionally, the role involves representing the organization in strategic collaborations and partnerships with other newsrooms and community-based entities. The ideal candidate will support fundraising strategies in partnership with senior staff and board committees, cultivate relationships with institutional funders, and diversify financial support through tailored donor engagement. The Executive Director will be expected to balance the demands of nonprofit management with outward-facing responsibilities, ensuring the organization continues to thrive and expand its reach among policymakers, advocates, and diverse audiences.