Executive Director

Good Food Jobs, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tilth Alliance seeks an Executive Director to lead strategic direction, financial sustainability, and community relations across multiple sites. You will partner with the Board, guide program leadership, and advance equity and inclusion in all operations.

The role demands 10+ years in nonprofit leadership, strong fundraising, governance expertise, and the ability to mentor a growing leadership team while communicating the mission to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• > 10 years nonprofit leadership and governance experience with boards.
• > Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans with measurable outcomes.
• > Track record in equitable, inclusive leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction in partnership with the Board.
• Ensure financial sustainability and responsible budget management.
• Lead organizational health and cross-site collaboration across staff.
• Champion transparency, equity, and values-based leadership.
• Serve as chief spokesperson and primary liaison to the Board and staff.
• Oversee fundraising strategy and revenue diversification.
• Mentor and develop organizational leaders and staff.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Board experience

Fundraising

Financial management

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Equity and inclusion

Staff mentoring

Grant writing

Public speaking

Education

Graduate degree in nonprofit administration

Job description

Tilth Alliance works in community with Washington farmers, gardeners and eaters to build a sustainable, healthy and equitable food future. We promote the adoption of organic and regenerative production practices by Washington farmers and gardeners, seek to make locally grown food more accessible, and inspire people to enjoy growing, cooking and eating food that is good for them, their communities and the environment. The primary strategies we employ in this effort are advocacy, education and collaboration. Equity and inclusion are important outcomes expected in all our work.

We are a 40+ FTE, $6M annual budget, multi-site location organization.

Job Responsibilities

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for strategic direction, financial sustainability, organizational health and community relations. The Executive Director works directly with the Managing Director, Program Directors, and connects with all staff in a meaningful way.

Organizational Leadership & Strategy

• Champion a culture of transparency, equity, and inclusive decision-making, modeling values-based leadership.
• Provide a clear compelling vision and strategic direction for the organization and operational leadership in concert with the Board.
• Align diverse program areas into a cohesive and effective whole to help further our mission.
• Lead implementation of the strategic plan and operational priorities.
• High-level oversight of multiple locations/work-sites.

Community Relations and Resource Development

• Cultivate and deepen relationships with community partners, local government and other agencies across the state, to support the Tilth Alliance mission of promoting an equitable and sustainable food and farming system.
• Develop strategic collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance Tilth Alliance's mission and goals.
• Serve as the chief spokesperson for Tilth Alliance and effectively communicate the vision and mission.
• Serve as a primary liaison between Board and Staff.

Program Stewardship and Organizational Effectiveness

• Foster a healthy, inclusive and equitable organizational culture.
• Ensure equitable engagement and communication across all teams.
• Ensure trust through transparency, consistency and responsiveness.
• Foster and oversee the growth of a strong leadership team, ensuring all organizational leaders are equipped with tools and practices necessary to develop and support their teams.
• Provide mentoring, professional development, and performance management of staff.
• Promote a culture of care by encouraging open communication, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring team members feel valued and supported.
• Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization’s programs and services.
• Monitor program outcomes for effectiveness, financial stability and alignment with strategic priorities.

Financial Leadership and Sustainability

• Provide leadership and accountability for achieving annual fundraising goals.
• Oversee the preparation of the annual budget and implement sound financial management practices that demonstrate fiscal responsibility.
• Oversight of strategic financial reserves for organizational sustainability.
• Oversight of the Director of Development and financial Development goals.
• Partner with Staff and Board to strengthen revenue diversification.

Required Skills

• 10+ years nonprofit leadership, including direct work with a board of directors.
• Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusivity by engaging diverse individuals, cultures, and community partners.
• Comprehensive financial management, budgetary leadership experience.
• Extensive and diverse fundraising experience.
• Demonstrated ability to champion open communication, collaboration and trust.
• Strong decision-making skills in collaborative environments.Strong knowledge of effective governance practices, non-profit compliance, shared decision making and strategic planning.
• Passion for the mission and commitment to addressing food system and agriculture issues in Washington state.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• A graduate degree in non-profit administration, business administration, public administration, agriculture or related field. Equivalent work/agriculture experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements.

Desired Experience

• Ability to balance vision with execution.
• Ability to lead through periods of complexity and uncertainty.
• Executive leadership or equivalent experience directing and mentoring staff.
• Ability to manage conflict with care.
• Proven track record of grant writing and fundraising with individual donors (including solicitation of major gifts), businesses, government entities, and foundations.
• Ability to quickly assess needs and determine action.
• Strong history of developing and implementing programs for participants from underrepresented communities and diverse racial, cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated passion for food systems and agricultural sustainability.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, more than $100,000

Company description

Tilth Alliance works in community with Washington farmers, gardeners and eaters to build a sustainable, healthy and equitable food future. We promote the adoption of organic and regenerative production practices by Washington farmers and gardeners, seek to make locally grown food more accessible, and inspire people to enjoy growing, cooking and eating food that is good for them, their communities and the environment. The primary strategies we employ in this effort are advocacy, education and collaboration. Equity and inclusion are important outcomes expected in all our work.

We are a 40+ FTE, $6M annual budget, multi-site location organization.

Deadline

November 30, 2026