Executive Director, Environmental Justice & Community Power

Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) and other benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead our staff of 15, steward a $2 million budget, and advance a justice-driven, sustainable environmental agenda across Michigan, with Detroit and Southeast Michigan as a preferred base.

You will guide strategy with the Board, grow funding from grants, foundations, and donors, and represent MEJC in regional and national forums, building a thriving, inclusive culture rooted in environmental and

Qualifications

• Executive Director experience or comparable senior nonprofit leadership experience.
• Proven success in fundraising and stewarding philanthropic relationships.
• Possession of or willingness to learn a deep understanding of Michigan’s environmental justice landscape and communities.
• Strong relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., Michigan or regional EJ leaders, environmental or justice funders).
• Experience working within impactful coalitions, membership-based organizations, or grassroots movements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and foster a thriving staff culture.
• Financial management and strategic planning experience.
• Dedication to social, racial, environmental, and economic justice.
• Readiness to travel statewide and nationally.
• Commitment to live in Michigan (Detroit/Southeast Michigan preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead MEJC’s strategic direction in partnership with the Board of Directors and staff.
• Drive fundraising and financial sustainability through grants, foundations, major donors, and other revenue sources.
• Represent MEJC with members, coalition partners, policymakers, media, and funders.
• Support and develop a unionized staff team while fostering a healthy, equitable organizational culture.
• Strengthen relationships across Michigan’s environmental justice movement and member organizations.
• Advance advocacy and policy efforts related to energy justice, air quality, just transition, and emerging environmental issues.
• Oversee organizational operations, budgeting, and long-term planning.
• Build and maintain systems and infrastructure that support environmental justice principles, organizational growth, and mission impact.

Skills

Executive leadership

Fundraising

Stakeholder relations

Strategic planning

Financial management

Job description

The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead our staff of 15, steward a $2 million budget, and advance a justice-driven, sustainable environmental agenda across Michigan, with Detroit and Southeast Michigan as a preferred base.

You will guide strategy with the Board, grow funding from grants, foundations, and donors, and represent MEJC in regional and national forums, building a thriving, inclusive culture rooted in environmental and