Overview
The South Asian Bar Association of North America (SABA North America) is seeking an Executive Director. The application deadline for this position is September 30, 2025.
Responsibilities
- Providing strategic leadership and overseeing daily operations of SABA North America.
- Implementing and executing SABA’s Strategic Plan in collaboration with leadership.
- Serving as a liaison between the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, chapters, sponsors, and external partners.
- Leading fundraising efforts, including sponsorship development and grant opportunities.
- Planning and executing events, including the annual conference, corporate counsel retreat, and other events throughout the year.
- Overseeing financial management, budgeting, and compliance in coordination with the Treasurer and Board.
- Managing, overseeing, and training staff to ensure effective and efficient operations and execution of initiatives.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership experience in a nonprofit, bar association, or legal organization.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including public speaking and written communications.
- Proven track record in fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and program management.
- Experience hiring, managing, and developing staff and building high-performing teams.
- Experience in organizing and executing large-scale events, such as conferences or professional retreats.
- Experience managing costs for large organizations.
- Experience in creating policies and procedures that make sense for a nonprofit organization.
- Passion for advocacy, diversity, and advancing underrepresented communities in the legal profession.
- Cultural familiarity with the South Asian community.
- J.D. or legal background preferred but not required.
Salary & Benefits
- Base salary range of $115,000 - $135,000 with opportunity for incentive-based bonus based on sponsorship funds brought in (on a tiered scale).
- Remote position.
To Apply
- Please send a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Nishi Kothari, President at president@sabanorthamerica.com by September 30, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
- EOE