Executive Director- Communities for A New California

Executive Director – Job PostingCommunities for a New California (CNC)
Location: Remote (California-based strongly preferred)

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Lead a Statewide Movement for Civic Power & Justice

Communities for a New California (CNC) is seeking a bold, visionary, and values-driven Executive Director to lead a dynamic, multi-entity organization building political power with working-class communities across California, especially in rural regions.Since 2011, CNC has engaged and mobilized voters who have been historically excluded from public decision-making to advance environmental, economic, and social justice. Through year-round relational organizing and strategic electoral work, we transform civic participation into real policy and electoral wins.This is a unique opportunity to lead an aligned ecosystem that includes:

• CNC Education Fund (501(c)(3)
• CNC Action Fund (501(c)(4)
• CNC 527 PAC
• Lúcete Leadership Fund (Federal Super PAC)

The Opportunity:

The Executive Director will set the strategic vision, expand fundraising, deepen statewide partnerships, and ensure strong organizational performance and impact.This leader will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, organizers, funders, and community partners to scale civic engagement programs, strengthen coalition power, grow sustainable revenue, and advance policy and electoral strategies that improve the lives of working families.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Provide vision and direction across CNC’s aligned entities
• Lead with a collaborative, inclusive, and equity-centered approach
• Build strong relationships with staff, the Board of Directors, partners, and movement allies

Fundraising & Resource Development

• Design and execute a multi-year fundraising strategy
• Cultivate institutional funders, major donors, and strategic partners
• Align revenue growth with programmatic impact and sustainability

Program & Civic Engagement Impact

• Oversee year-round voter engagement and organizing programs
• Use data and regional analysis to drive measurable outcomes
• Ensure alignment across organizing, policy, and electoral work

Organizational & Operational Leadership

• Lead staff, contractors, communications, and budgeting
• Strengthen internal systems and infrastructure
• Build a culture rooted in transparency, accountability, and shared leadership

Board & Movement Leadership

• Serve as primary liaison to the Board of Directors
• Support governance, strategic planning, and Board development
• Represent CNC in coalitions, public spaces, and policy advocacy efforts

Who You Are

Required

• 5 years of senior leadership experience in civic engagement, community organizing, or policy advocacy
• Experience in nonprofit management and fundraising
• Experience leading voter engagement programs
• Grant writing and budget oversight (preferably $1M )
• Staff supervision and team development

Strongly Preferred

• Experience working with Boards of Directors
• Bilingual Spanish/English
• Experience with voter data and campaign tools
• Lived experience in the communities CNC serves

Core Competencies

• Deep commitment to racial, economic, and environmental justice
• Strong understanding of California’s civic and electoral landscape
• Proven coalition-building and partnership development
• Strategic planning and financial management
• Excellent communication and people leadership skills

Work Environment & Travel

• Remote role with 15–20% travel
• Shared workspaces in Sacramento, Fresno, Merced, and Coachella
• Occasional evenings and weekends during peak campaign periods

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $160,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience

Health, Dental, Vision Coverage, Life Insurance, CalSavers Retirement Savings Program, and a monthly cell phone stipend

Our Commitment to Equity

Communities for a New California is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage individuals from historically underrepresented communities, including women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, rural residents, and those directly impacted by the issues we work on, to apply.

Apply

To apply, please submit:

• Resume and Cover letter describing your leadership vision and alignment with CNC’s mission

Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in California

Salary : $160,000 - $200,000