Executive Director

Executive Director - Water at Work Ministry

About Us:Water at Work Ministry is a Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to providing clean water and sharing the Living Water of Jesus Christ in the Dominican Republic. Founded in 2012, our mission combines advanced water purification technology with local church partnerships to create sustainable, community-driven solutions so that people can have clean, safe water in their communities. We currently operate six water plants with the seventh opening in 2025 and reliably put out over 150,000 gallons per month. Our goal is to empower local churches in the Dominican Republic through sustainable business development.

Our Core Values:

• Technological excellence
• Local leadership and empowerment
• Economic sustainability
• Financially Trustworthy
• Faith-driven mission

Position Overview:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Director to lead our organization in its mission of bringing clean water and the gospel to communities in need. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for the successful management and growth of Water at Work Ministry, overseeing all aspects of operations, fundraising, and program implementation both in the United States and the Dominican Republic.

The ideal candidate will combine a passion for our mission with strong nonprofit management skills and a vision for expanding our impact. They will be comfortable working in both the U.S. and Dominican contexts, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities of our water plant businessmodel. This position is Atlanta-based but we are open to a remote position if the candidate can travel to Atlanta as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Management

• Collaborate with the Board to execute the strategic plan and achieve the organization's vision of expanding our impact in the Dominican Republic
• Develop and implement annual operational plans with corresponding Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of water plant projects in collaboration with Fundación Water Work, our Dominican partner organization by directly managing the Director of Operations.
• Seek opportunities for strategic partnerships to further the organization's mission

Financial Management and Fundraising

• Develop and manage the annual budget for both U.S. and Dominican operations
• Lead fundraising initiatives to provide funding for all aspects of Water at Work.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, businesses, foundations, and service clubs
• Connect with personal and external networks for fundraising efforts

Staff Management and Development

• Collaborate with Fundación Water Work to ensure effective local leadership and staffing
• Manage U.S.-based staff and provide support to the Dominican team.
• Foster a culture that reflects the organization's Christian values and mission

Community Relations and Advocacy

• Articulate the organization's mission, impact, and unique approach to diverse audiences
• Represent Water at Work Ministry to external stakeholders, including churches, donors, foundations, and partner organizations

Key Competencies:

• Visionary leadership with a heart for ministry
• Strong financial acumen and business model understanding
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and experience in international contexts
• Ability to balance faith-based mission with sustainable business practices
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent public speaking and presentation abilities

Qualifications:

Required:

• Personal faith in Jesus Christ and alignment with Water at Work Ministry's statement of faith
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and donor relations
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to travel to the Dominican Republic a few times a year

Preferred:

• 5 years of nonprofit management experience, preferably in international development or water-related fields
• Master's degree in Nonprofit Management, International Development, or related field
• Experience working with faith-based organizations and churches
• Experience with water purification technologies or public health initiatives
• Some Spanish proficiency
• Experience with CRM software

Compensation

$80,000-$95,000 depending on experience

Paid vacation, flexible schedule, health insurance offered.

Interested candidates should direct inquiries to .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you either in the ATL area or willing to travel to ATL multiple times a year?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Nonprofit management: 2 years (Required)
• fundraising: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norcross, GA 30010

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000