Executive Director, Faith Matters Network - ABFE : Job Details

Faith Matters Network (FMN) is a womanist-led organization dedicated to nurturing spiritually grounded leaders working toward healing, justice, and transformation in their communities. Since the organization's founding in 2014, FMN has engaged and trained over 10,000 faith leaders, community organizers, and activists, equipping them with the tools and resources needed to integrate spiritual sustainability into social movements.At FMN, we advance womanist frameworks of learning and leadership, cultivating spaces where justice and belonging can thrive. Through innovative programming, collaborative partnerships, and strategic leadership, we help individuals and organizations expand the reach and impact of their work. We seek to be a dynamic force in the faith and justice landscape, supporting leaders across traditions and movements to navigate an evolving spiritual and social context.

The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and vision, develop and implement strategic goals, and shape the organization's long-term vision. Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership and Vision: Develop and implement strategic goals, shape the organization's long-term vision, and expand FMN's presence beyond the Southeast.
• Fundraising and Financial Stewardship: Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, diversify revenue streams, and ensure financial sustainability.
• Program Leadership and Community Engagement: Serve as FMN's primary spokesperson, build and sustain relationships with faith-based organizations and community partners, and cultivate opportunities for interfaith collaboration.
• Organizational Management and Culture: Inspire, lead, and manage a diverse team, foster a positive culture, and provide direct supervision to senior leadership team members.
• Board Engagement and Governance: Work closely with the board of directors to ensure effective governance, strategic direction, compliance, and financial oversight.

Strong candidates will bring excellent management and operational skills, superb communications and relationship-building skills, experience with nonprofits, and a demonstrated ability to build a dynamic team and organization. The ideal candidate should possess:

• A profound understanding of the womanist theological tradition and its relevance to faith-based activism.
• Visionary leadership experience in the philanthropic, nonprofit, and/or public service sectors.
• Background in advocacy and justice work, with a strong understanding of social justice movements.
• A deep spiritual commitment and knowledge of faith-rooted justice work.
• Strong fundraising skills, including a proven track record of successfully driving revenue diversification.
• Strong management experience, with the ability to effectively lead a fully remote team and oversee organizational operations.

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $150,000 per year. FMN provides a range of additional benefits, including 100% premium coverage for medical and dental, generous holidays and time off policies, and access to organizational chaplain and other spiritual care resources.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 15, 2025. Please submit one document containing your resume and a brief cover letter addressing your leadership experience, fundraising background, commitment to faith and justice, and your understanding of the womanist tradition and its role in faith-based justice work.