President / CEO / Executive Director at SIL International

This role is for a leader who wants to guide a growing nonprofit with clarity, purpose, and steady faith. It suits someone who can build relationships, shape long-term plans, and support work that serves many language communities. It also fits a person who can blend vision with structure while keeping the mission at the center.

SIL International is hiring a President / CEO / Executive Director to lead its U.S. organization. This part-time role supports a global mission while shaping a strong American identity that aligns with SIL’s values and goals.

Job Summary

Position: President / CEO / Executive Director
Company: SIL International
Location: Remote (Global)
Employment: Part time
Salary Range: Not stated
Job Category: Executive Leadership

About the Company

SIL International supports language communities across the world. The organization works with churches, educators, partners, and local groups to strengthen language use and cultural identity. SIL has a long history of serving communities through research, advocacy, and support.

The U.S. arm of SIL is growing into its own structure. This role will guide that growth and keep the mission at the center of every decision.

What You Will Do

You will serve as the senior leader of SIL US. You will guide vision, support teams, and represent the organization in key spaces. Your work will help the U.S. office stay aligned with global partners while shaping its own identity. You will also help strengthen relationships with churches, donors, elected leaders, and language communities.

Your tasks include:

• Provide spiritual and strategic leadership grounded in prayer and shared values.
• Support consistent worship and prayer practices within the organization.
• Build a clear vision for the role of U.S. partners in language support.
• Shape a culture that reflects SIL’s foundation and commitment to human wellbeing.
• Inspire staff and partners to stay focused on mission and purpose.
• Guide plans, structure, and staffing to support long-term goals.
• Build systems that support strong performance and accountability.
• Develop external relationships with agencies, coalitions, and partners.
• Support advocacy in areas linked to language, education, climate, and safety.
• Build strong ties with churches and Christian groups across the country.
• Support Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and diaspora communities.
• Guide fundraising plans, including major donors and grant partners.
• Support revenue growth and diversify funding sources.
• Ensure donors feel connected and valued.
• Promote transparency, stewardship, and clear reporting.
• Strengthen alignment between SIL US and SIL Global.
• Support collaborative programs with other national offices.
• Maintain personal spiritual growth and steady leadership habits.
• Meet regularly with the Board Chair for updates and evaluation.
• Lead the Senior Leadership Team and coordinate work across departments.
• Serve as the primary connection to SIL Global leadership.

What You Will Need

You bring a mix of leadership skills, faith, and experience in nonprofit work. You understand how to guide people, manage systems, and represent the mission.

You need:

• Missional, faith-rooted leadership style.
• Ability to cast vision and guide long-term plans.
• Strong communication and relationship skills.
• Experience building networks and guiding public conversation.
• Comfort working with churches, nonprofits, and public partners.
• Experience leading teams and supporting organizational growth.
• Understanding of nonprofit rules, finance, and compliance needs.
• Ability to build trust within diverse communities.
• Skill in strategy, planning, and organizational change.
• Commitment to inclusion and cultural understanding.
• Strong spiritual habits and maturity.
• Ability to blend faith with leadership in daily work.