Executive Director, half-time

Asheville, North Carolina  | 
Buncombe County

Shape the Future of Local Journalism as the Executive Director at Asheville Watchdog

Join one of America’s most dynamic nonprofit newsrooms as our new Executive Director (half-time). Lead a non-profit organization of award-winning journalists whose investigations have transformed Western North Carolina since 2020.

Asheville Watchdog’s reporters and editors include Pulitzer Prize winners who deliver hard-hitting, in-depth coverage that makes a difference. Now we’re seeking an experienced, collaborative administrator to guide our next phase of growth.

As Executive Director, you’ll:

  • Partner with our Board and Executive Team to advance our mission of delivering trustworthy, high-impact local journalism
  • Oversee all operations
  • Guide our strategic expansion, community engagement, and fundraising efforts alongside other talented staff members and volunteers

This role offers growth potential to full-time for the right candidate. Be part of a success story that’s redefining local news. Join us in creating accountability journalism that serves Asheville and Western North Carolina’s communities. This position requires nonprofit leadership experience.

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Salary and Benefits

We are generous with most leave benefits, we reimburse for cell phone plans, and the job is generally time-flexible. We are too small to afford health insurance so instead we offer employees a modest monthly health insurance stipend.