Executive Director

**Position Overview**

Wasat Community, a Seattle-based Muslim grassroots nonprofit with an operating budget under $600,000, seeks an Executive Director to co-lead the organization alongside the Resident Scholar. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in or near Seattle, WA, offering a competitive salary of $85,000–$95,000 annually. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with no fixed closing date.

**About Wasat Community**

Wasat explores the American-Muslim experience through art, love, service, and learning. The Executive Director serves as the principal senior staff member responsible for organizational management, fundraising, board relations, and community partnerships.

**Core Responsibilities**

Staff and Culture Leadership: Hire, onboard, and conduct performance reviews for staff and volunteers; build and maintain a healthy organizational culture.

Mission and Program Alignment: Oversee program development and alignment with the organization's mission; develop and nurture relationships with local Muslim organizations, arts groups, interfaith coalitions, and other community nonprofits throughout the Seattle area.

Fundraising and Development: Design and implement an annual fundraising strategy; guide the development team; lead grant work personally, including experience with King County-funded programs such as Best Starts for Kids (BSK) and 4Culture grants.

Finance and Governance: Partner with the accountant on cash flow management and financial record-keeping; develop and present the annual budget to the Board of Directors; serve as the primary staff liaison to the Board.

**Required Qualifications**

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience; 3–5 years of nonprofit, department, or grassroots leadership experience; demonstrated experience hiring, leading, and developing staff or volunteers; budgeting and cash-flow management experience, ideally in organizations with budgets under $1 million; proven fundraising or donor stewardship background; and personal alignment with Wasat's mission of exploring the American-Muslim experience.

Plus (Preferred): Familiarity with restricted or public grants and direct experience with Best Starts for Kids or 4Culture programs.

**Benefits**

Comprehensive medical insurance; generous paid time off including observed holidays; hybrid and flexible schedule; and access to retreats, mentorship opportunities, and communal learning experiences. The Board is exploring expanded benefits and will share additional details during the interview process.

**Application Requirements**

Submit a resume, a 2–3 minute audio or video recording, and complete an online questionnaire. Portfolios, writing samples, and unpaid assessments are not required at the initial stage.