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Position Title: Executive Director

Organization: Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico

The Executive Director (ED) of the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute (SFFMI) is responsible for directing and managing all major functions, including fundraising, programs, finance, and operations, to achieve business results established with the Board of Directors. This role involves acting as the face of the organization, leading staff, and ensuring the Institute’s near- and long-term positive impact in accordance with its mission.

About Santa Fe Farmers Market Institute

Our company, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute, stands out for its unwavering dedication to advocating for farmers, ranchers, and other land-based producers. We are committed to ensuring equitable access to fresh, local food while simultaneously owning and operating a year-round venue for the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market. What truly sets us apart is our proactive management of programs aimed at sustaining a profitable, locally-based agricultural community. Through our comprehensive approach, we not only support the livelihoods of those who cultivate the land but also foster a thriving agricultural ecosystem that benefits the entire community.

Description

Lead the Future of Sustainable Agriculture in Northern New Mexico!
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for supporting farmers, fueling local economies, and ensuring equitable access to fresh, healthy food?

The Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute (SFFMI) is seeking an inspiring Executive Director to lead our critical mission. This is your chance to direct all major functions of a thriving nonprofit—from strategic fundraising and innovative programming to organizational finance and external relations—and make a tangible, positive impact on our community.

Why Join SFFMI?

The Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute advocates for farmers and ranchers, owns and operates a vital year-round venue for the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market, and manages programs that sustain a profitable, locally based agricultural community.

As our Executive Director, you will be the face of the organization, providing leadership to staff and achieving business goals set by the Board of Directors to ensure near- and long-term success.

Your Impact Areas:

• Visionary Leadership: Drive the Institute’s future strategic direction and ensure well-planned growth in accordance with our mission.
• Fundraising Powerhouse: Lead the creation and execution of an annual development plan, overseeing key revenue drivers including corporate sponsorships, individual support, foundation grants, and events.
• Program Excellence: Provide oversight for mission-consistent programming that is financially sustainable, scalable, and delivers demonstrable benefit to our core constituents.
• Community Connector: Steward essential relationships with the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market, government representatives, media, donors, and the farmers and ranchers we serve.
• Operational Management: Direct internal operations, finance (including the annual budget and audit), and building management.

Who We’re Looking For:

We require a minimum of 10 years of nonprofit or organization-level leadership experience and a demonstrable track record of successful fundraising. You must be an organized, collaborative, and inspiring team leader invested in making a meaningful contribution to Northern New Mexico’s agricultural sector.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of organization-level leadership experience.
• Demonstrable track record of successful fundraising.
• Experience working effectively with nonprofit boards.
• Superb written, verbal, and people skills.

Knowledge & Skills that are a Plus:

• Knowledge of commercial leasing and building management.
• Bilingual (Spanish).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $115,000 – $125,000, depending on experience.
• Performance Bonus: Up to 40% of base salary, based on achieving specified performance targets.
• Benefits: Qualified healthcare reimbursement account, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and 403B retirement savings account.
• Schedule: Full-Time/Exempt. Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Ready to Cultivate Change?

Send your resume and short statement of interest no later than March 13, 2026 to: [email protected].

Be the leader who sustains our agricultural community. Apply today!

The Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute (SFFMI) is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team is essential to achieving our mission of advocating for farmers, ranchers, and land-based producers and providing equitable access to fresh, local food. All employment decisions at SFFMI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and join us in supporting a sustainable and equitable agricultural community.