Executive Director

About DocSong

Documentary Songwriters (DocSong) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that partners with teaching artists and communities to transform stories into songs that heal, empower, and inspire. Through documentary songwriting — a collaborative method that allows musicians and non-musicians to co-write meaningful songs together — we believe every person's story deserves to be heard.

In 2026, DocSong is entering an exciting period of growth, including a planned leadership transition and the launch of a new fellowship program. We're building a more sustainable organizational structure to support long-term impact, and we're looking for the right person to help lead us through this next chapter.

The Opportunity

This is a part-time Executive Director role — approximately 20 hours per week — within a two-person leadership model. You'll work closely with a Program Director who manages program logistics and systems, while you focus on strategy, fundraising, external relationships, and organizational health.

This role is a strong fit for someone who:

• Thrives in small, mission-driven organizations
• Leads with intention and builds relationships with care
• Wants meaningful work that fits a flexible, self-directed schedule
• Believes in the power of music and storytelling as tools for connection and social change

You do not need to be a musician. You do need to care about why this work matters.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Strategy

• Provide overall organizational leadership in partnership with the Board of Directors
• Guide DocSong through a thoughtful leadership transition
• Help shape strategic priorities, including the launch of DocSong's fellowship program

Fundraising & External Relations

• Lead DocSong's fundraising efforts, with a focus on growing the individual donor base and stewarding key relationships
• Write and oversee grant proposals and reports
• Serve as DocSong's primary external ambassador

Financial & Organizational Management

• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal health
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations and best practices
• Work with financial contractors and consultants as needed

Marketing & Communications

• Co-lead communications strategy with the Program Director
• Shape DocSong's public narrative across website, donor communications, and social media

Team & Culture

• Work closely with the Program Director to support the team
• Cultivate a collaborative, transparent, and caring organizational culture
• Support hiring and onboarding as the team grows

What We're Looking For

Required

• 3+ years of nonprofit leadership or senior management experience
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, especially individual donor cultivation
• Experience managing budgets and nonprofit finances
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working independently in a small organization
• Alignment with DocSong's mission and values

Preferred

• Experience in arts or community-based organizations
• Comfort with marketing and communications strategy
• Experience working closely with a board of directors

Work Structure

• Contract: 1-year, with strong possibility of renewal
• Start Date: May 2026
• Schedule: Flexible and results-focused
• Location: Fully remote; occasional in-person gatherings preferred but not required

Equity & Inclusion

DocSong is committed to equity, inclusion, and justice in everything we do — including how we hire. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people from working-class backgrounds, and others historically underrepresented in nonprofit leadership.

If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

This is a part-time W-2 employee position at 20 hours per week. As a small nonprofit, DocSong does not currently offer health benefits for part-time staff. The position does offer a flexible, fully remote schedule with significant autonomy over your time and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.