MLK50: Justice Through Journalism is a nonprofit news outlet in Memphis that focuses on poverty, power, and policy. Launched in 2017, the organization has won awards for impactful journalism that makes a difference in people's lives. MLK50 is dedicated to economic justice and aims to amplify the voices of marginalized communities through its reporting. The organization has made significant impacts, such as restarting the federal Emergency Rental Assistance program in Memphis, shedding light on environmental injustice, and erasing medical debt for impoverished patients.
Our client is seeking a Co-Executive Director to work in partnership with the current executive editor. The successful candidate will help amplify MLK50's influence, deepen reporting quality, and expand investigative journalism. The Co-Executive Directors will work together to foster an inclusive organizational culture, set strategic goals, manage budgets, and lead fundraising efforts. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to justice through impactful journalism, experience in leadership, budget management, relationship-building, and fundraising. The position offers a salary range of $125,000 - $140,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits, and is based in Memphis.