Executive Director

The Executive Director provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership, guiding Hope Community in advancing its mission through collaborative leadership. The Executive Director works closely with and is supported by 4 direct reports including the Associate Director, Director of Organizing and Community Building, Director of Development and Impact, and Director of Human Resources and Organizational Culture.

• Organization Leadership
  • Implement long-term strategies to achieve Hope’s mission, addressing challenges and opportunities.
  • Foster a culture of shared leadership, mutual respect, and inclusion.
  • Drive fundraising activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Oversee operations, policies, and compliance to maintain efficiency and sustainability.
  • Lead the development of the annual budget, ensuring it reflects strategic priorities.
  • Encourage innovation while balancing growth and sustainability in programs.
  • Ensure initiatives are culturally relevant, inclusive, and responsive to community needs.
  • Support staff entrepreneurship, fostering individual growth and organizational impact.
  • Promote a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
• Public Relations and Community Impact
  • Build partnerships and networks to advance Hope’s mission and financial health.
  • Act as the public spokesperson and advocate for Hope Community.
  • Represent Hope at key forums and community events.
  • Lead effective communication strategies to highlight Hope’s values and impact.
• Board Relations
  • Collaborate with the Board, keeping them informed of significant developments.
  • Provide regular updates on organizational progress and financial health.
  • Leverage Board members’ strengths to advance strategic goals.

• Visionary and collaborative leadership experience.
• Deep commitment to equity and social justice.
• Strong background in community organizing and program management.
• Proven relationship-building and communication skills.
• Expertise in nonprofit fundraising and financial management.
• Collective bargaining experience.
• 5 years of previous supervisory experience.

• Professional and/or personal connection to Hope’s work.
• Familiarity with affordable housing systems.
• Experience in earned revenue strategies and community organizing.
• Proficiency in intercultural work and inclusive communication practices.
• Familiarity and/or experience with somatic abolition in concept and practice.

We believe in practices that create real equity and pay parity regardless of background or identity. We freely discuss compensation with all qualified candidates the first time we interview them. The expected salary range is $115,000-$125,000, depending on qualifications.

Hope Community and kp Companies are equal-opportunity employers. All employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, mental illness, sexual orientation, genetics, military/veteran status, citizenship, arrest record, and any other legally protected characteristic.

Interested candidates should submit cover letter, resume, and salary expectations. Position will remain open until filled. Apply via email to Joelle Allen at

Apply by mail at:
Hope Community, Executive Director Search c/o kp Companies, ATTN:
Joelle Allen 5775 Wayzata Blvd, Suite 700, St. Louis Park, MN 55416.

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