About AAPI LEAD

Established in 2024 by and for AAPI public officials, AAPI LEAD supports meaningful participation in American democracy across government levels, jurisdictions, and political backgrounds. Its national network creates opportunities for leadership development, professional connection, collaboration, and mutual support.

The leadership opportunity

Reporting to the respective Boards of Directors, the CEO will lead strategic growth, strengthen financial sustainability, and build the people, programs, and systems needed for long-term success. Key priorities include:

• Set strategic direction and translate priorities into operating plans, budgets, and measurable goals.
• Lead fundraising, cultivate major donors and institutional partners, and oversee financial performance.
• Expand and engage membership, strengthen leadership development programs, and oversee the annual National Summit.
• Build national partnerships and represent AAPI LEAD with public officials and other stakeholders.
• Support effective board relations, governance, and accountability across affiliated entities.
• Lead staff, consultants, and operations while building a collaborative, high-performing organization.

Required qualifications

The successful candidate will bring:

• At least 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience, including substantial senior leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience leading, managing, and developing teams of at least 10 employees, consultants, or professional staff.
• Success securing or directly leading fundraising efforts totaling at least $2 million.
• Significant experience working in or with government and engaging senior public officials, alongside a strong understanding of public policy and AAPI civic leadership.
• Proven organizational growth, financial management, relationship-building, and communication skills, with the ability to work across political affiliations and maintain nonpartisanship.

Compensation and work expectations

Starting annual salary: $200,000, with final compensation commensurate with qualifications, executive experience, and demonstrated leadership accomplishments. Benefits include health insurance and other organizational benefits.

The role requires national travel and occasional evening and weekend commitments. The CEO must be able to lead remote and in-person teams effectively.

How to apply

Email a résumé, a letter describing your relevant leadership experience and interest in AAPI LEAD, and at least three professional references to aapileadceosearch@gmail.com. Applications will be received on a rolling basis.