Chief Executive Officer - Afena Federal Credit Union (Marion, IN

Chief Executive Officer - Afena Federal Credit Union (Marion, IN)

Published: August 12, 2026

Type: Full Time

Qualifications:

• Progressive executive leadership experience within a credit union or financial institution.
• Significant experience with the CDFI designation, and an ability to continue to pursue and win grants with our partner CU Strategic Planning.
• Demonstrated success leading organizational growth and strategic initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of lending, operations, finance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for community development and member service.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree preferred, or proven credit union executive leadership.
• Credit union executive designation (CCUE, CUDE, or similar) is desirable.

Responsibilities:

• The CEO will partner with the Board of Directors to set and execute strategic direction, ensure financial strength and regulatory soundness, lead a high-performing executive team, and serve as Afena's face throughout its five-county community — advancing the credit union's mission of financial wellness and inclusion.
• Develop and execute the strategic plan established with the Board of Directors.
• Provide visionary leadership that advances Afena's mission and long-term sustainability.
• Ensure sound financial performance, regulatory compliance, and effective enterprise risk management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing executive leadership team.
• Strengthen member relationships through exceptional service and innovative financial solutions.
• Represent Afena throughout the community, building partnerships with civic, business, and nonprofit organizations.
• Promote a culture centered on integrity, collaboration, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Skills:

Afena Federal Credit Union, a nearly $100 million Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) serves Grant, Wabash, Blackford, Jay, and Wells counties since 1957.