Editor-in-Chief

Date Posted	December 10, 2025
Industry	Nonprofit
Specialty	Not Specified
Required Education	Bachelor's Degree
Remote / Telecommute	Hybrid
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	65000-75000 inclusive of benefits

Description:

Job Description: Editor-in-Chief

Organization: Ladder to the Moon Network
Position: Editor-in-Chief
Location: Maine
Salary Range: $65,000 - 75,000  annually inclusive of benefits

About Ladder to the Moon Network:
Ladder to the Moon Network is dedicated to empowering and supporting immigrant communities in Maine. We focus on creating inclusive programs that foster cultural understanding, provide essential resources, and build pathways to success for immigrants and their families.

About Amjambo Africa:
Amjambo Africa is a program of Ladder to the Moon Network that provides news and information to Maine’s immigrant communities and their neighbors in multiple languages (English, French, Kinyarwanda, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili, Somali). We publish a free monthly print newspaper as well as digital news through podcasts, video, and our website. We help newcomers thrive and bridge cultural gaps by sharing information about life in Maine, as well as updates from the regions from which many of our new arrivals came. Currently, the Amjambo team is a mix of local freelance reporters, overseas African reporters, domestic translators, and two local staff (deputy editor and social media manager).

Position Overview:
The Editor-in-Chief will serve as the creative and logistical manager of Amjambo Africa, responsible for its overall leadership, strategic direction, and management. An ideal applicant will be a strategic and visionary leader with substantial experience in journalism, media, communications, and community engagement, particularly within immigrant communities. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to advance the mission and vision of Ladder to the Moon Network

• Partner with the Executive Director on comprehensive fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor cultivation, and major gift solicitation to secure sustainable funding

• Help the Executive Director develop and implement new community programs that proactively address the needs of Maine’s immigrant population

• Help to build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and policymakers

• Oversee Amjambo Africa’s operations, including staff management, budgeting, and program evaluation

• Foster an organizational culture that values collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven editorial experience in a nonprofit or community-based media organization

• Demonstrated success navigating digital transitions in news, including subscription models, WhatsApp channels, social media, and video content

• Strong understanding of project management, including budgeting, reporting, managing staff, ensuring compliance with grant obligations

• Substantial experience in developing community relationships, especially with agencies serving immigrant populations

• Strong understanding of the social, economic, and political issues affecting immigrant communities in Maine

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and build consensus among stakeholders

• Bachelor’s degree required: Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to admin@laddertothemoonnetwork.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis between December 10 and January 10 until the position is filled.

Ladder to the Moon Network is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.