Hiring an Executive Director for Pace e Bene
Pace e Bene Nonviolence Service is a non-profit organization working to foster a just and peaceful world through nonviolence education, community-building, and action. “Pace e Bene” (pronounced “pah-chay bay-nay”) is an Italian greeting from St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi meaning “Peace and all Good.” It is a blessing, a hope, and a way of acknowledging the sacredness of those whom we encounter. For over 30 years we have been leading nonviolence trainings, publishing books, and organizing actions for a nonviolent world. In 2014, Pace e Bene launched its most comprehensive project yet—Campaign Nonviolence, a long-term movement for a culture of active nonviolence, connecting the dots between war, poverty, racism, and environmental destruction.
Our projects include book publishing, creating nonviolence resources on social media and YouTube, leading dozens of trainings and workshops online and in-person each year, coordinating our annual Action Days event where thousands of nonviolent actions take place around the US and globally from the International Day of Peace (Sept. 21) to the International Day of Nonviolence (Oct. 2), coordinating our Nonviolent Cities program which encourages cities and towns to incorporate nonviolence into their local communities, and so much more!
Position: Pace e Bene is currently seeking a part-time Executive Director who is passionate and knowledgeable about nonviolence and who can bring development skills along with providing supportive oversight of the organization’s mission.
Applicants must be based in the United States and have the ability to work remotely and independently.
Position Purpose: To help Pace e Bene meet its mission through comprehensive management of its programming, organizational development, and fundraising.
Benefits and Compensation: This is a part-time salaried position for 20 hours per week, with starting pay at $26 per hour. Compensation has the potential to grow depending on funding. 401K, COLA, and a health care stipend are available. Your hours are also completely flexible during the week (except for one weekly zoom staff meeting) and you have the freedom to work from home.
Position requirements and responsibilities:
The Executive Director of Pace e Bene will be responsible for setting the vision and strategy for the organization in coordination with the board, coordinating the overall administration of the organization including helping meet its fundraising goals, and finding new resources for a small but growing nonprofit organization. They will work to help align the organization’s projects with Pace e Bene’s mission while providing support to all staff and personnel to carry out those project work-plans. The ED will also provide updates and regular communication with the board of directors and be available as a spokesperson for the organization as needed. Various other administrative tasks and responsibilities can be done on a monthly or annual basis.
Primarily we are looking for someone with a vision and drive to help Pace e Bene take its next exciting steps to meet its mission to foster justice, peace, and the well-being of all through education, resources, and action for nonviolent change. Fundraising and development skills are a plus, but also the ability to work with a team of fun, dedicated individuals striving to create a more nonviolent world.
Important Position Skills:
Strong commitment to the practice of nonviolence.
Demonstrated commitment to peace and social justice
Good communication skills.
Nonprofit management and development skills is a plus
Independently motivated and organized. You’ll be working from home, but doing a lot of phone, email, and zoom conversations.
Ability to collaborate with others on our small team. Pace e Bene uses a consensus model for all decision making. ED must be willing to work within this framework to help co-create projects together.
Experience and familiarity working in the field of nonviolence is a plus.
Timing: The start date is flexible, though we hope to have someone start by January 2025.
How to Apply:
Fill out the form here. Pace e Bene will accept rolling applications until the position is filled. Questions: ryanhall+ED@paceebene.org
Learn more about Pace e Bene at paceebene.org