Executive Director

Borderless Magazine

4753 N Broadway
Chicago, Illinois United States 60640

Web: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Postal Code: 60640

Job Category:
Online | New Media

Employment Type:

Full Time Exempt Employee

Salary: USD per year

Posted: 01.14.2026

Position: Executive Director

Company: Borderless Magazine NFP

Manager: Board of Directors

Status: Full-Time Exempt Employee

Location: Chicago with hybrid remote and in-person work, travel required

Compensation: $120,000 to $135,000 depending on experience, plus benefits

Application Due Date: Feb 18, 2026

Borderless Magazine is an award‑winning, bilingual online news outlet that is re‑imagining immigration journalism for a more just and equitable future. Founded as a rapid‑response media project in February 2017, Borderless has evolved into a nationally recognized, non‑partisan nonprofit organization that reports with and for Chicago’s diverse immigrant communities.

Our history is rooted in the needs of our community, created by people who saw misinformation, fear, and harmful narratives shaping public life and refused to accept the status quo. That origin continues to guide our work:
We report stories that honour immigrant expertise, illuminate injustice, and keep the public informed about issues that matter to Chicago’s future. Find out more derlessmag.org.

Borderless Magazine seeks a passionate, experienced, and visionary leader to join our team as Executive Director. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a financially sound organization with an experienced team, at a time when independent journalism focused on immigrant communities has never been more vital. The ideal candidate will help Borderless continue to build on these strengths and expand its presence and profile, both in Chicago and beyond.

The Executive Director must uphold the highest ethical standards and embody Borderless Magazine’s core values in all aspects of leadership — approaching work with humility and respect for human dignity, centring immigrant communities, demonstrating resilience, reporting fearlessly, and advancing equity.

Organizational Leadership & Vision

• Work with the Board of Directors and staff to implement the  Strategic Plan and ensure the organization is achieving high impact.
• In collaboration with the board and staff, ensure that the long‑term vision for Borderless is clear and aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Inspire and guide the team, addressing both internal and external issues swiftly and effectively.
• Model and promote the organization’s values and culture, setting a high standard for ethical and effective behaviour.
• Report regularly to the Board of Directors with updates on budgeting, fundraising, staffing, and operations.

Fundraising & Revenue Development

• Work closely with the Chief Development Officer, Finance and Admin Director, and the board to ensure all fundraising goals are met.
• Personally cultivate relationships with major individual donors, foundation leaders, and corporate partners.
• Support the development team in opening up new revenue streams and inspiring current and potential donors to support Borderless’ future vision.

Operations & Infrastructure

• Work closely with the board and the Finance and Admin Director to ensure compliance with all nonprofit regulations, tax laws, and employment laws.
• Review and approve all contracts, legal matters, insurance coverage, and major expenditures.
• Partner with the Finance and Admin Director and the Board Treasurer to lead the organizational budgeting process and audit, and to ensure ongoing fiscal health and transparency.
• Ensure overall organizational capacity meets current and future needs.
• Hire and develop diverse teams and implement inclusive practices that reflect and honour the immigrant communities we serve.

External Relations & Representation

• Act as a passionate advocate and evangelist for Borderless Magazine’s mission and impact.
• Champion the critical journalism Borderless produces through frequent media appearances, thought leadership, and public speaking.
• Grow the organization’s reputation as a national leader in community‑driven journalism.
• Keep the organization connected to…