Title: Executive Director, Vermont Afghan Alliance
Reports to: Board of Directors
Primary Location: In person - Burlington, Vermont (with regular travel statewide)
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off (paid family and medical leave, paid vacation and holidays), pension plan (Vermont Saves).
Start Date: As soon as possible, ideally byMarch 1, 2026
Overview: The Vermont Afghan Alliance is a non-profit welcoming and assisting Afghan allies to Vermont. In 2024, the organization served more than 250 Afghan community members statewide and is on track to surpass this outcome in 2025. The Alliance seeks a motivated and dynamic Executive Director to help shape the next chapter of the organization. Our ideal candidate will be a skilled fundraiser, communicator and nonprofit leader. Guided by our strategic plan, our next Executive Director will work collaboratively with a diverse staff, board, team of volunteers and wonderful community partners to serve our community and lead Vermont Afghan Alliance into a sustainable future.
Primary responsibilities:
Fundraising and Development: A minimum of 20% of the Executive Director’s time, with support from a fundraising consultant and Board Members, is dedicated to raising the funds needed to sustain and grow the organization. Fundraising responsibilities include, developing future programs and budgets consistent with a strategic plan, grant writing, and meeting with potential funders – both public (government) and private.
Program Management: The Executive Director serves as the program manager for the organization, overseeing and supporting program officers in meeting all program objectives, including grant reporting and programmatic outcomes.
Communications: The Executive Director serves as the primary spokesperson for the organization, and with support from the Operations Manager and interns, manages the Alliance’s website, newsletter and social media. The Executive Director supports opportunities for the organization to engage the public and media about the Alliance’s work.
Organizational Development: The Executive Director is responsible for supporting the Board of Directors in conducting regular Board meetings, developing and implementing a strategic plan, and all other aspects of organizational development. The Executive Director, with support from the Operations Manager, develops office policies and procedures and ensures staff receive regular training.
Human Resources: The Executive Director, with support from the Operations Manager, is responsible for the recruitment and onboarding of new staff, management of human resources, the termination of staff, and at all times maintaining a safe, respectful and inclusive work environment.
Budget Management: The Executive Director, with support from the Operations Manager, is responsible for overseeing the proper financial management of the Alliance, including budget development, forecasting, financial reporting and compliance.
Desired Experience and Education:
- Relevant education and prior experience working in non-profit management, non-profit governance or in program management;
- Prior grant writing and fundraising experience;
- Ability to speak Pashto and/or Dari a bonus;
- Connection to or experience working with the humanitarian sector or refugee resettlement;
- Prior grant management experience including implementation, evaluation and reporting;
- Prior experience with case management and providing constituent services;
- Ability to manage and implement a complex budget and multiple projects simultaneously;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking;
- Adept at navigating a dynamic and ever changing political and funding landscape;
- Excellent people skills, specifically the ability to lead and inspire a team, interns and volunteers and build community partnerships; and
- Demonstrated ability to work and thrive in a multicultural environment, across language barriers and cultural traditions.
Note: The Vermont Afghan Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the unique dimensions that each person brings—including race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, and ability. We know that organizational strength comes from a multiplicity of perspectives. The Alliance actively welcomes applications from individuals with lived experience in displacement, resettlement, or immigration, as well as those with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. If you are passionate about our mission and have the vision and ability to raise funds and lead, but your resume doesn’t align perfectly with every bullet point listed above, we encourage you to apply.
How to apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@vtafghanalliance.org no later than January 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews scheduled in late January.
