Executive Director

Overview

Do you believe in the power of young people to transform communities? Do you grow leaders around you and feel energized by the prospect of co‑leading a passionate team of creative change‑makers? Yakima Music en Acción (YAMA) is a youth‑power‑building organization that uses ensemble‑based musical programming to build leadership and community for at‑promise youth in Washington’s Yakima Valley. YAMA’s Executive Director (ED) will guide the organization into its next phase of growth.

We’re looking for an advocate of youth empowerment and arts education who is excited about translating vision into action. A musical background is not required for the ED position! The ideal person for this role will bring both strong organizational leadership skills and the flexibility to thrive in a creative, youth‑centered culture.

The ED serves as the organization’s primary spokesperson, fundraiser, and partnership‑builder, while cultivating a people‑centered internal culture that empowers staff to lead and facilitates student growth and success.

• Leadership experience with direct supervision, coaching or mentorship.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience in one of the following: HR, fundraising, or finance.
• Alignment with YAMA’s values, including belief in the power of youth and a relational, growth‑oriented leadership style.
• Ability to balance detail and follow‑through with big‑picture impact.

• Strong facilitation skills, with ability to guide discussions, build consensus, and move groups toward action.
• Experience in collaborative teams with shared leadership and accountability.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus, or willingness to learn and grow.

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