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Posting Date: October 15, 2026 Application Deadline: November 19, 2026 Email: [email protected] Division: Executive About Us Mobilize. Organize. Vote. Empower. MOVE Texas was founded in 2013 by a small group of dedicated students at The University of Texas at San Antonio to increase participation in local elections (MOVE UTSA). Since then MOVE Texas has gone statewide to become one of the most effective voter registration and civic engagement groups for young people in the state . Our vision is to build the political power of young people to transform democracy in Texas and beyond.
We are building the next generation of Texas leadership by teaching critical organizing skills to take them from voters to effective, lifelong organizers. Our theory of change is simple: develop new leaders, educate voters and create space for the changes we need to make so that our state can be a place where all Texans can thrive. Position Description Our team is seeking an Executive Director to steward our mission and lead MOVE Texas’ long-term growth and impact. In this role, you will partner with the Management Team to cultivate a diverse, resilient, and inclusive workplace that empowers staff and fosters a culture of shared leadership.
You will champion fundraising and advocacy initiatives by serving as the primary spokesperson and dedicated donor steward. You will actively represent MOVE across coalition spaces, collaborative strategic planning, and programming to strengthen our community impact. The Executive Director’s leadership is grounded in operational excellence and strategic foresight—ensuring operational and financial health, program development, and compliance strategies are deeply aligned with our movement’s values.
By facilitating collaborative governance with our Boards of Directors and directly supporting our Executive, Development, and Finance Operations divisions, you will guide MOVE Texas to meet community needs and transform the future of democracy.
Primary Responsibilities
Financial Management & Fundraising People Leadership & Culture Management Strategic Planning & Capacity Building Multi-Entity Compliance Public Relations & Communication Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Financial Management & Fundraising Financial Management: Work closely with the Finance Operations Director to develop and oversee the annual budget, ensuring adequate resources for payroll, staff benefits, and operational goals with a commitment to financial sustainability.
Fundraising: Work closely with the Development Director to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies that sustain our work, ensuring we have the resources to meet our goals while maintaining transparent, trust-based relationships with donors and team members. Strategic Planning & Capacity Building Strategic Planning: Partner with the Management Team to co-create long-term vision and strategy ensuring organizational goals are…