Executive Director

Job Description

A mission-driven, faith-informed nonprofit organization in El Paso is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Director to provide strategic, operational, and values-based leadership. This role requires a leader whose personal faith and spiritual grounding align with the organization's mission and who is able to lead with compassion, integrity, service, and humility. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for advancing the organization's mission, strengthening community relationships, ensuring financial sustainability, and supporting long-term organizational growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide overall strategic leadership and direction in alignment with the organization's faith-based mission and values
• Serve as the primary ambassador and spokesperson to donors, partners, and community stakeholders
• Develop and execute short- and long-term strategic plans in collaboration with the Board of Directors
• Lead fundraising and development efforts, including grants, individual giving, and community partnerships
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, civic leaders, nonprofit partners, and faith-aligned supporters
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal accountability
• Review and approve financial statements, cash flow projections, and operational reports
• Monitor organizational performance using key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and governance requirements
• Provide administrative oversight and leadership for staff and senior leadership
• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional and leadership development
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-centered organizational culture
• Ensure Board resolutions and policies are implemented effectively and professionally
• Travel locally and internationally, including regular travel to Ciudad Juárez, as required to support programs, partnerships, and community engagement
• Perform other leadership duties as required to support organizational sustainability

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; degree in business, nonprofit management, or related field desirable
• Minimum of two (2) years of fundraising experience required
• Prior senior leadership or executive experience, preferably within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
• Strong financial oversight, budgeting, and strategic planning skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven ability to build relationships with donors, community leaders, staff, and volunteers
• High ethical standards, strong executive presence, and unquestionable integrity
• Ability to lead teams, manage conflict, and drive organizational performance
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability
• Ability and willingness to travel locally and internationally, including Ciudad Juárez
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
• Applicants may be subject to a background check.*
• A pre-employment screening may be required as a condition of employment.

Faith & Mission Alignment Requirement:

• A demonstrated personal commitment to faith-based and spiritual values consistent with the organization's mission, and the ability to authentically integrate those values into leadership, decision-making, and community engagement

*A conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We will consider factors such as the timing, nature, and seriousness of any offense, as well as evidence of rehabilitation.

Sparrow Company Executive Search & Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.