Nonprofit
Executive Director
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Description
Vancouver Farmers Market Association is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization into its next phase of growth. The ideal candidate is a strong relationship builder and community connector with a growth focused mindset who can continue the organization’s momentum in supporting healthy, thriving communities by investing in small businesses, public spaces, and regional food systems.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a beloved and growing community institution. In addition to showcasing the region’s farm, food, and artisan entrepreneurs through year-round, seasonal, and holiday markets, VFM supports small businesses, expands food access, and strengthens the local economy.
The Executive Director is the senior staff position and has ultimate responsibility for all aspects of the organization’s operations, programmatic, and community development work. This position has a high degree of visibility within the community and industry and will often serve as the face of the organization to partners and supporters. Alongside the board of directors, the Executive Director leads planning and strategy efforts and ensures those plans are executed effectively through the VFM’s many operations and programs.
Benefits
VFM’s benefits package includes the following: employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; annual paid time off that includes paid sick time, 10 vacation days, 9 holidays, and annual year-end office closure; monthly parking and cell phone stipends; annual clothing reimbursement.
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How to Apply
Application Instructions
- Download and read the full job description on our website, including desired qualifications, skills, and experience.
- By May 28, 2026 (priority deadline), please send a cover letter and chronological resume to search consultant Kathleen Holt at kathleen@holtstrategies.com with “VFM Executive Director” in the subject line.
- If possible, please combine your letter and resume into one document that is named using the following format: your last name, your first name, VFM applications materials.
- In your cover letter, please briefly answer the following questions, no more than one paragraph each:
- VFM’s core values are collaboration, dedication, growth, leadership, and service to community. Which of these values most inform your leadership style? Please share an example.
- VFM’s strategic plan includes a goal to innovate and lead on food access, small business development, and placemaking. What experiences would you bring to this effort as the ED of VFM?
- Tell us about a time you built and implemented a fundraising or resource development strategy with limited staff capacity.
