Job Title: Executive Director
Organization: MayaWorks
Location: Chicago, IL
Salary:
FT Regular
 
Job Description:
MayaWorks, a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation, is a
micro-enterprise nonprofit organization focused on marketing the handiwork
of Maya artists in Guatemala. MayaWorks strives to support Mayan women
seeking to contribute to the economic stability of their communities.
Founded in 1990, the organization is seeking a passionate, committed and
entrepreneurial new executive director to lead the organization through its
next stage of growth. The Executive Director will be responsible for
setting the strategic vision of the organization, and for overseeing all
aspects of financial management and fund development for the organizations
$600,000 budget. In addition, the Executive Director is responsible for the
hiring and management of all staff and volunteers. This position is located
in Chicago, IL, with periodic travel to Guatemala.
 
Primary Responsibilities:
 Provide leadership for the development of annual MayaWorks Business and
Marketing Plan
 Ensure quality and consistency of the MayaWorks education and micro-credit
programs in Guatemala
 Build and maintain collaborations with other like-minded institutions in
the US and Guatemala
 Manage all external communications including website, newsletters, and
media outreach
 Oversee all financial budgeting, reporting, and resource development
activities
 Supervise and support all paid and volunteer staff, both in the US and
Guatemala
 Work closely with the Board of Directors
 
Key Qualifications:
 Proven ability to work in a mission-driven diverse nonprofit setting
 Excellent problem-solving skills
 Expertise in building systems and infrastructure to support growth
 5-7 years experience in nonprofit management, international development
and/or micro-enterprise
 Demonstrated excellence in public outreach and communication
 Interest in making a 3-5 year commitment
 B.A. required
 Spanish speaker greatly preferred
 
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is commensurate with experience. MayaWorks also offers a
complete benefits package.
 
 
To Apply:
MayaWorks has engaged Koya Consulting to manage this search. Please send
cover letter and resume to Dana Levy at executivesearch@koyaconsulting.com,
and please put MayaWorks in the title line. Candidates will be reviewed on
an ongoing basis. MayaWorks is an equal opportunity employer.
 
About MayaWorks:
MayaWorks markets the work of Maya artisans who otherwise have no outlet for
their handiwork. As a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation, MayaWorks
pays artisans at prices they set, provides technical assistance and
educational opportunities, and meets other Fair Trade criteria.
 
MayaWorks is also much more than just an outlet for Mayan products.
MayaWorks believes that community development happens through the economic
development of women who otherwise have limited ways to participate or
contribute to the economic stability of their families. Giving women an
opportunity to earn an income from their skills gives them self-confidence
and hope for themselves, their children, their family and their village.
 
The mission of MayaWorks is to create a space in the global market place for
the coming together of Guatemalan and North American women. This shared
market place opens an opportunity for Maya women, their families and
communities to achieve economic security and for North American women, their
families and communities to participate in economic justice. The primary
tool to achieve this mission is sales in the United States of artisan
products created by Mayas within the principles of Fair Trade. For more
information, please visit www.mayaworks.org.
 
About Koya:
Koya Consulting is a national retained search and consulting firm that works
exclusively with non-profits and social enterprises. We deliver measurable
results, finding exceptionally talented people who truly fit the unique
culture of our client organizations.