ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Launched in 2020 and officially incorporated as a non-profit in 2024, MENA Theater Makers Alliance is an advocacy organization that works to amplify the voices of Middle Eastern and North African theater makers and to expand how stories from and about our communities are told on U.S. stages. We believe the rich tapestry of American theater must reflect this nation’s true diversity, and nuanced representations of MENA perspectives must be a vital part of cultural production in the U.S. We take space, make opportunities, champion artists, and build relationships with other marginalized communities and allies to build a more vibrant American theater. The Organization is led by a 14-member national and volunteer Board of Directors, including representatives of MENA-focused organizations and individual artists committed to uplifting MENA artists and narratives in the American theater. MENATMA programs include biennial national convenings (in-person and online), annual Board retreats, as well as two new programs to be launched in 2026: Membership and Re-granting.

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ABOUT THE POSITION: 

With support from the Wallace Foundation, MENATMA is seeking to hire the first staff member to support our programs and growing organization. This position will oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization in oversight, consultation, and collaboration with the Board of Directors. This position is funded for at least two years, and may supervise additional part-time or seasonal employees, contractors, or volunteers. 

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JOB DUTIES:

The successful candidate will manage the following areas of the organization:

 

Administration

• Manage the MENATMA calendar and schedule Board and committee meetings

• Schedule programming such as the bi-annual Convening and Board Retreats 

• Manage and organize the digital filing system 

• Manage contractors, including part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees (approximately 2-3)

• Keep track of legal requirements as a 501c3 organization 

• Manage external legal support when needed 

• Other duties, as assigned

 

Finance

• Manage the Board-approved budget by tracking expenses, forecasting, and reporting

• General accounting & bookkeeping, including managing invoices and tracking receipts

• Manage contracts, including distributing and tracking payments

• Run regular financial reports and present to the Board

• Works with external CPA to file taxes, including the annual 990

• Manage audits as needed 

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Fundraising

• Research and apply for eligible grants 

• Track grant activities and expense, and submit grant reports

• Maintain funder relationships

• Develop and execute an individual giving/membership strategy

 

Marketing and Communications:

• With support from Board, oversees the creation and execution of marketing and communications plan, including the launch and upkeep of new CRM (Customer relations management software) 

 

Program Support

• With support from Board, oversees new re-granting program 

• With support from Board, temporary staff, and local volunteers, oversees all public events, including the bi-annual MENATMA Convening

 

Staffing:

• Leads hiring and managing additional part-time and temporary positions, which may include Convening Coordinator, and Re-Granting Program Coordinator, and Marketing and Communications Associate

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 3 years of administrative experience

• Detail-oriented and highly organized 

• Experience with budgeting, bookkeeping, and/or accounting

• Ability to develop and present reports 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional or personal experience with MENA/SWANA communities, and an understanding of the diversity of histories and perspectives included both in the U.S. and abroad

• Experience in performing arts – either as an artist, producer, or administrator

• Experience working in a non-profit environment, specifically experience working with a Board

• Experience filing non-profit taxes and/or with an organizational IRS audit

• Experience in grant management and fundraising

• Experience in event management

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TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume and cover letter or brief statement of interest in the position via this form by August 15, 2025.​​