Executive Director - El Pueblo and La Fuerza

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Career Opportunity

El Pueblo and its aligned organization, La Fuerza, seek a visionary, collaborative, and bilingual Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter. This is an exciting opportunity for a bold, empathetic, and strategic leader to guide two influential organizations at the forefront of Latine community empowerment in North Carolina.

El Pueblo and its aligned 501(c)(4), La Fuerza, are widely respected for their advocacy, cultural programming, and grassroots leadership development. With a combined legacy of over 30 years of impact, these organizations are poised for a new chapter of growth and renewed community engagement. The next Executive Director will step into a leadership role with deep community trust, a passionate and dedicated staff, and strong partnerships already in place, offering the chance to drive meaningful, systemic change alongside a vibrant and values-driven community.

Reporting Structure: The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and leads a dynamic team of directors and program staff.

Total Staff and Budget: Approximately 10 team members; annual budget of $1.6 million.

Compensation: The salary begins in the $101K range, commensurate with experience. El Pueblo offers medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, a company-sponsored 401(k) plan with matching, paid time off, sick days, and 20+ paid holidays.

Working Environment/Location: This is a full-time position based in North Carolina with a hybrid (remote and in-person) work environment, statewide travel, and the opportunity for travel to regional and national convenings and events.

Key Responsibilities of the Executive Director

Demonstrated Nonprofit Leadership Across c3 and c4 Entities

Successful candidates will have a proven track record of nonprofit leadership; ideally, including experience managing both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. A strong understanding or ability to learn the distinct operational, legal, and communications considerations for each entity is essential. The Executive Director will lead with integrity, foster a collaborative culture, and provide clear direction across teams and structures.

Fundraising and Resource Development Expertise

The Executive Director will secure and grow philanthropic support. They will cultivate relationships with foundations, individual donors, and other funding partners. The Executive Director will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive resource development strategy alongside the fundraising team aligned with organizational goals and grounded in transparency and inclusivity.

Organizational Development and Change Management

The Executive Director will demonstrate expertise in leading organizational development and managing change effectively. They will build strong internal systems, clarify roles and structures, and promote a culture of transparency and collaboration. They will bring a clear commitment to professional development for staff at all stages of their careers is expected, with particular attention to mentorship, inclusion, and team cohesion for staff from diverse backgrounds and experience levels.

Strategic Financial and Compliance Acumen

The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial expertise and the ability to manage a dual-entity budget with clarity and foresight. Experience with nonprofit financial management—including budgeting, compliance, and funder reporting—is essential. The Executive Director will work closely with the finance team, operations staff, and the board to ensure fiscal sustainability and to align financial practices with long-term organizational health and impact.

Familiarity with Immigration Policy and Equity

Familiarity and some experience in immigration policy is required, along with a clear commitment to social justice, advocacy, and equity. The Executive Director will apply their policy knowledge and skills to the North Carolina context, El Pueblo and La Fuerza’s core issues, and effectively engage with grassroots communities, coalitions, and advocacy networks. The Executive Director will lead community-based policy translation, narrative shift work, and coalition management on behalf of both organizations.

Rapid Response Leadership

The Executive Director will lead rapid response efforts in a fast-moving policy and communications environment, quickly assessing emerging issues and coordinating timely, bilingual action. This includes aligning staff and board, mobilizing partners, and ensuring clear 501(c)(3)/(c)(4) compliance boundaries while communicating with community members, media, and stakeholders as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience leading nonprofit organizations, including managing the distinct dynamics of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities. Expertise in fundraising, staff and organizational development, financial strategy, and immigration policy will be essential. Most importantly, the role calls for a culturally competent and bilingual leader (Spanish < > English) who is committed to equity, transparency, and collaboration. For those eager to make a lasting impact in the Latine immigrant justice space, and ready to guide a beloved organization through transformational growth, this is a powerful moment to lead with vision and purpose.

Additional preferred attributes include:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both;
• Deep cultural competence and understanding of undocumented and immigrant Latine communities;
• Empathetic and humble, with a collaborative leadership style;
• Decisive but not divisive - able to communicate directly and unify staff, board, and community;
• Values-driven with a demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, and community organizing; and
• Familiarity with base building, learning systems, database systems like EveryAction, Bonterra, etc.

About El Pueblo and La Fuerza

Founded by community volunteers in 1994 and formally incorporated in 1995, El Pueblo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the Latine community in North Carolina. Their work emphasizes leadership development, civic engagement, and cultural celebration, highlighted by popular initiatives like La Fiesta del Pueblo and FaithAction ID. As a trusted public voice, El Pueblo bridges grassroots leadership and policy advocacy. Their efforts effectively translate complex policy into digestible messaging for community partners and stakeholders. By centering Latine identity and cultural celebration in their programming, they sustain both practical support and a deep sense of pride and cohesion within their expanding community base.

Founded in 2022, La Fuerza is El Pueblo’s aligned 501(c)(4) entity. It builds collective political power through intergenerational leadership development, organized civic education, and bilingual political mobilization among North Carolina's nearly one‑million Latine residents. Together, El Pueblo and La Fuerza provide a dual‑track model of community building: El Pueblo as a nonprofit hub for education, support and cultural identity, and La Fuerza as an organizing entity focused on political voice and direct civic action.

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Benefits

El Pueblo offers medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, a company-sponsored 401(k) plan with matching, paid time off, sick days, and 20+ paid holidays.

How To Apply

Join El Pueblo and La Fuerza and play a critical role in shaping the future of Latine community empowerment in North Carolina.

To apply, click on the link for this position at You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of El Pueblo as well as the stated responsibilities and qualifications.

Please provide all requested information to be considered. In case of any technical problems, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

El Pueblo is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those with lived experience in immigrant, undocumented, or Latine communities.

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