We're Hiring!

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Click the links under your desired position to fill out an application. Include a resume or CV and a cover letter. In the body of your cover letter, please also include responses to the following questions: 

• Please share with us what resonates with you about NBMA's work. Describe your alignment with NBMA's vision and mission. 
• If applicable, please describe any work or community experience related to midwifery care and/or health and wellness or other fields involving the provision of care.
• What makes you a good fit for this role, specifically? (Please describe specific expertise, training, or experiences that demonstrate the skill set required for this role.)
• If applicable, please describe any nonprofit experience or experiences in social, reproductive, or birth justice work. 

As the NBMA Executive Director (ED), you will play a multifaceted and vital leadership role in guiding the organization's continued growth as a 501(c)(6) member association.

We are seeking an individual who is deeply committed to NBMA's mission, self-motivated, able to work independently, and skilled at serving as the central point of coordination between the Board of Directors, administrative staff, accountant, consultants, and key organizational partners.

Job Type: Executive Director (1-year contract with opportunity to renew)

Time Commitment: Approximately 35–40 hours per week

Location: Remote with occasional travel

Probationary Period: 90 days

• Work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, and contracted individuals to advance NBMA's mission while developing program objectives and strategic operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with allied organizations, colleagues, and external partners.
• Direct daily operations and provide executive leadership for NBMA's programs and quality assurance.
• Identify staffing needs and foster a positive work culture that attracts and retains talented individuals.
• Increase public awareness of NBMA by strengthening the organization's visibility, supporting council initiatives, and supervising the Social Media Intern.
• Develop and implement a fundraising plan in coordination with the NBMA Board Treasurer.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Work closely with the NBMA Conference Coordinator and Conference Planning Committee, providing oversight of conference fundraising, sponsorships, and budget management.
• Collaborate with all NBMA Councils to ensure they have the documentation, historical knowledge, and organizational support needed to operate effectively.
• Oversee NBMA's social media presence by responding to messages and providing direction to the Social Media Intern.

• Provide strategic leadership and work closely with the Board of Directors to advance NBMA's mission, vision, and long-term goals.
• Oversee day-to-day organizational operations, including administration, programs, staff, financial management, and fundraising.
• Maintain regular communication with the Board by providing updates, recommendations, and organizational reports.
• Lead fundraising efforts by cultivating donors, pursuing grants, building partnerships, and meeting annual fundraising goals in collaboration with the Board.
• Ensure the organization's financial health by overseeing budgeting, monitoring finances, and working closely with the bookkeeper to maintain fiscal accountability.
• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that support NBMA's strategic priorities.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for NBMA, representing the organization with members, partners, funders, policymakers, and at conferences and public events.
• Lead organizational strategic planning and oversee implementation of key initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, nonprofit best practices, and organizational policies while proactively managing organizational risk.
• Foster a collaborative, equitable, and mission-driven organizational culture that supports staff, volunteers, and members.
• Establish performance metrics and provide regular reports on organizational progress and impact to the Board and key stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, business administration, healthcare administration, public health, or a related field required. 
• Master's degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant leadership experience may be considered.
• Passionate advocate for Black midwives, Black maternal health, and birth justice, with a demonstrated commitment to advancing Black communities.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of nonprofit, executive, or organizational leadership experience.
• Proven experience working collaboratively with a Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, funders, and community partners.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, organizational management, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor stewardship, partnership development, and revenue generation.
• Experience managing organizational budgets, financial reporting, and fiscal accountability.
• Excellent written, verbal, public speaking, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives in a remote work environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to collaborative leadership.
• Grant writing experience preferred.

The NBMA is seeking a motivated and experienced interim Operations Manager for a contractor role at a pivotal moment of new growth for the organization. The Operations Manager will have the essential responsibility of maintaining the engine of the organization, ensuring the day-to-day operational soundness of the organization, reporting directly to the Board and supporting, liaising, and coordinating with all other arms of the organization, including membership councils. 

Job Type: Contractor, Operations (3-6 month contract)

Time Commitment: Approximately 35–40 hours per week

Location: Remote

Probationary Period: 90 days

Maintain the day-to-day operations of NBMA, including:

• Oversee administrative and operational functions to ensure organizational effectiveness.
• Manage organizational data, systems, documentation, and operational policies.
• Supervise interns, volunteers, and staff while fostering a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
• Coordinate meetings and support communication between staff, committees, and the Board of Directors.
• Manage and enhance membership operations, including member support, application processes, membership platforms, and the member portal.
• Oversee NBMA's website, digital platforms, and organizational communications, including supervising content development as needed.
• Monitor operational budgets, provide financial reports, and collaborate with the Treasurer on operational finances.
• Provide administrative support for committees, contracts, payments, and key organizational initiatives.

• Highly organized with high-level attention to detail.
• Proficient in managing and using basic digital tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Zoom, social media, etc.). 
• Familiarity with meeting scheduling tools and common work productivity apps and tools.  
• Good meeting facilitation skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic graphic design skills (using design tools such as Canva) and basic video editing skills are a plus, but not required.

• Bachelor's degree in management or related field OR proven equivalent through relevant combination of training and work experience. 
• Not currently an active-practicing Midwife, nor living the on-call lifestyle. 
• At least 2 years prior experience in a similar role or in an administrative/operational management function.
• Prior experience working in the nonprofit sector and/or closely with social/reproductive/birth justice missions.
• Transparent and high-integrity leadership.
• Clear and demonstrable alignment with NBMA’s vision and mission and/or demonstrated Black midwife advocate.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High-level strategic thinking and planning; ability to grasp and take key organizational visions and integrate them into operational processes. 
• Collaborative communicator with a strong team spirit.
• Experience with people management.
• Solid organizational and project management abilities, including macro- and micro-level planning, execution, tracking, and reporting.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Ability to work well remotely.