Our strength is amplified with collective action, and you can help make a difference with Creciendo Juntos today!
About Creciendo Juntos (CJ):
Creciendo Juntos means “growing together” and was launched initially as a fiscally-sponsored program of Piedmont Housing Alliance. CJ was formed in response to an urgent need for culturally responsive services for the growing Latinx community in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Currently, CJ is an independent, nonprofit organization (501c3) committed to building Latinx youth power in the Charlottesville area. Our mission is to nurture bold changemakers who embrace their identities, dream big, and advocate for a more just and inclusive world. Through transformational education, spaces of belonging, and youth-led collective action, we are shaping a future where everyone can rise, lead, and inspire meaningful change.
NOW HIRING
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
TITLE: Executive Director
REPORTS TO: Board of Directors
LOCATION: Hybrid (must be within 1 hour driving distance of Charlottesville, VA)
SCHEDULE: Full-time; 40 hours per week M-F; occasional weekends and evenings. This position is currently grant-funded for up to two years.
SALARY RANGE: $62,000 – $68,000
BENEFITS: Benefits include health insurance, PTO, paid federal holidays, and hybrid work schedule. There will also be opportunities for professional development paid for by CJ, with prior approval from the Board.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Email your resume and cover letter to juntos@cj-network.org. In place of a cover letter, you may submit alternative materials (video, writing sample, portfolio, etc.) explaining your interest and fit for the role.
- Include “Executive Director Application – [Last Name, First Name]” in the subject line.
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
CJ is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to provide visionary and strategic leadership to ensure our operations, programs, and fundraising efforts align with our new mission. The ED will partner with the Board to bridge board governance and the organization’s day-to-day management, and support board committees (Governance, Internal Affairs, and External Affairs) in strategic planning, policy development, and major organizational decisions.
At the heart of this role is a deep commitment to collective power-building. We are looking for a leader who will collaborate with youth, staff, and board members to envision, build, and bring to life CJ’s new vision for a transformative youth organizing model.
Join us in empowering the next generation of Latinx leaders and making a lasting impact in our community!
KEY RESPONSIBILITES
Fundraising & Donor Engagement (40%) |
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Operations & Financial Management (25%) |
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Programming (25%) |
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Board Relations & Governance (10%) |
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REQUIREMENTS
- At least 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, program management, or community organizing roles with increasing responsibility.
- Demonstrated commitment to youth power, and to racial, gender, economic, environmental, immigrant, and social justice.
- Proven ability to manage nonprofit operations, including budgeting, fundraising, and administrative systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft professional correspondence, newsletters, and reports.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to shifting needs.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bilingual in Spanish/English (strongly preferred)
- Personal connection to the immigrant experience or Latinx identity, and ability to lead with empathy and cultural humility.
- Experience building grassroots movements or membership-based organizations.
- Familiarity with nonprofit board governance, financial reporting, and 501(c)(3) compliance.
- Comfortable using tools such as QuickBooks, Canva, social media platforms, newsletter software, and WordPress.
- Skilled in collaborative decision-making and power-sharing with youth, staff, board, and community members.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS WILL BE MADE):
- Sit, type and use a computer for long periods of time.
- Stand and walk for long periods of time at community events, fundraising events, etc.
- Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Creciendo Juntos is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.