Hiring | Executive Director (APAVA)

Asian Pacific American Voter Alliance Seeks a Remote, Full-Time Executive Director. Asian Pacific American Voter Alliance (APAVA) is seeking a remote, full-time Executive Director to increase the civic engagement of Asian American Pacific Islanders, develop a pipeline of AAPI political leaders, increase AAPI political representation, and help build a secure and equitable future for AAPI and all Americans.

The Opportunity

This is a critical time to expand AAPI political activism and engagement. Many AAPI Americans are eager to help develop an equitable future in this country. However, with a large percentage of them being first-generation immigrants coming from different political systems and cultural backgrounds, many need support to become more effective. According to 2020 census data, AAPI Americans make up over 6% of the population. Among them, a quarter is Chinese Americans. Their turnout and how they vote can make a difference in elections in some key districts. However, currently, there are very few organizations focusing on engaging them. It’s a gap that urgently needs to be addressed.

Our mission is to develop AAPI political power in this country. We have two key objectives to accomplish in the short and medium terms:

• To develop a stronger AAPI donor network and activist community, and provide opportunities for them to engage in elections and advocacy effectively.

• To build a pipeline of AAPI political leaders and help elect candidates who can represent the AAPI community and are willing to speak up for the community.

APAVA is seeking a full-time Executive Director who can work with potential AAPI donors, activists, candidates, and our organizational allies to accomplish our mission and key objectives.

Required qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in organizing grassroots activists and/or donors.

• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to work with a team and organizational allies.

• Self-starter and passionate about building AAPI political power.

• A track record of effecting change.

Optional qualifications (helpful but not required)

• Experience in running political campaigns.

• Experience in fundraising.

• Familiarity with the national electoral landscape.

• Familiarity with electoral tactics.

• Familiarity with social media platforms including WeChat.

• Fully bilingual in English and Chinese (including the ability to read and write Mandarin, native speaker preferred).

Responsibilities

• Setting clear goals and working with organizational leaders to achieve them.

• Organizing campaigns and events, including fundraising events and advocacy activities.

• Recruiting and developing relationships with grassroots activists, donors, and stakeholders, and maintaining membership lists.

• Fulfilling fiduciary, financial and legal requirements for the organization, including book-keeping, reporting and setting up legal entities, by working with professional accountants and non-profit attorneys.

Compensation

$60k to $120k depending on experience. 3-week paid leave included.

Start date

As soon as possible.

How to apply

Email a copy of your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]. Your application will be kept strictly confidential. APAVA is an equal opportunity employer.