Position Announcement: _Executive Director_Maine Center for EcoNomic Policy

MECEP, a nonprofit public interest group, is seeking an entrepreneurial Executive Director to build on our exceptional 17 year record of providing high quality research, analysis, and coalition building in support of progressive ideas and policies. MECEP's focus areas include fair budgets and taxes, affordable health care, livable wages and family supports, and sustainable development. More information on the MECEP may be found at: www.mecep.org.

The successful candidate will bring an understanding of the Maine's policy environment, economic research and advocacy best practices, and will demonstrate his or her leadership qualities in the following areas: Commitment to mission, Policy development and advocacy, and Social Entrepreneurship. Ideal candidates for this position will share our commitment to progressive policies and ideas and will bring training and experience of leadership in economic policy development.
For fuller position description see www.mecep.org

To apply, send an e-mail with a cover letter detailing your qualifications, resume, two page writing sample, and salary requirements to: jward@mecep.org

Resumes will be considered from June 1, 2011 until position is filled. Target is to fill the position by Dec.1, 2011.

MECEP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply.