36.361, Jobs: Anthropological Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Documentation: Executive Director, 7000 Languages

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Subject: 36.361, Jobs: Anthropological Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Documentation: Executive Director, 7000 Languages

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Date: 27-Jan-2025
From: Stephanie Witkowski [hiring at 7000.org]
Subject: Anthropological Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Documentation: Executive Director, 7000 Languages


Job Location: , USA
Web Address: https://www.7000.org
Job Title: Executive Director
Job Rank: Other

Specialty Areas: Anthropological Linguistics; Applied Linguistics;
Computational Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language
Documentation

Description:
Organization Overview:
7000 Languages is a non-profit organization with a mission to empower
communities around the world to teach, learn, and sustain their
endangered languages. Founded in 2016, 7000 Languages has successfully
published online language learning courses for nearly 50 endangered
languages, leveraging technology donations to strengthen
community-based language revitalization efforts.
Position Overview:
The Executive Director of 7000 Languages provides visionary
leadership, strategic direction, and overall management for the
organization, ensuring the mission to support Indigenous and
minoritized communities in revitalizing their languages through
technology is fulfilled. The Executive Director reports to the Board
of Directors and leads a fully remote, international team.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership and Vision
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan to guide the
organization’s growth and sustainability.
- Identify and pursue innovative opportunities to enhance the
organization’s impact on language revitalization efforts globally.
Fundraising and Resource Development
- Lead the creation and execution of fundraising strategies to secure
diverse funding streams, including grants, sub-grants, and individual
donors.
- Cultivate relationships with new and existing donors, foundations,
and other partners.
- Oversee donor stewardship and implement fundraising events such as
the annual fellowship showcase and online giving campaigns.
Program and Partnership Management
- Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of language
revitalization programs, ensuring alignment with community-led goals.
- Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with Indigenous
communities, nonprofits, academic institutions, and technology
companies.
Financial and Operational Oversight
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization and ensure its
successful long-term operations
- Ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organization
through sound fiscal management.
- Develop and oversee the annual budget, including financial reporting
and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee operational policies and procedures for effective remote
team management.
Board Governance and Engagement
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors to drive governance best
practices.
- Facilitate effective communication between the board and staff,
ensuring the board has timely and comprehensive information for
decision-making.
- Engage and develop the board to enhance its fundraising capacity and
strategic contribution.
Communications and Public Relations
- Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization, representing
its mission and work to diverse audiences.
- Lead external communications, including social media, newsletters,
and press engagements, to amplify the organization’s visibility and
influence.
- Develop and implement a marketing strategy to promote courses and
community resources.
Technology and Innovation
- Ensure effective use of technology to develop innovative
language-learning solutions.
- Stay informed of advancements in educational technology and online
learning to integrate best practices into course offerings.
Advocacy and Impact
- Advocate for language preservation and digital equity for
minoritized communities.
- Monitor and evaluate program outcomes to report on the
organization’s impact.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in linguistics, applied
linguistics, language pedagogy, nonprofit management, education, or
related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit
management or a related field.
- Proven track record of successful fundraising and donor cultivation.
- Experience with program management, particularly in
community-centered initiatives.
- Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability
to inspire and engage diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to cultural preservation, language
revitalization, or similar missions.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities and navigating
sensitive cultural contexts.
- Proficiency in leveraging technology to support organizational
goals.
- Ability to lead in a fully remote environment with a global team.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time domestically and
internationally
Preference:
We strongly encourage applications from Native and Indigenous people,
speakers or learners of an endangered language, or individuals with a
demonstrated commitment to the language revitalization field,
reflecting our deep commitment to empowering the communities we serve.
7000 Languages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key Competencies:
- Mission Alignment, ideally with deep knowledge of the Native,
Indigenous, and Endangered Language spaces
- Fundraising and Resource Development
- Partnership Building and Community Engagement, Willing to travel
- Financial Acumen and Budgeting
- Strategic Planning
- Ability to Prioritize and Multi-task effectively
- Program Design and Management
- Communication and Public Relations
- Board Governance and Development
- Team Building and People Management
- Innovation and Technology Inclined
- Linguistic or Language Pedagogy knowledge
Pay and Benefits:
This full-time, exempt position offers a salary of $90,000 - $115,000
annually, depending on skills and experience. 7000 Languages
additionally offers:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO, sick day, and paid holiday policies
Location: Remote, United States based

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Email Address for Applications: hiring at 7000.org
Web Address for Applications: https://www.7000.org/work-with-us
Application Instructions:
To apply: Please submit a Resume/CV and Cover Letter to
hiring at 7000.org
Contact Information:
        Hiring Manager
        Email: hiring at 7000.org



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