Eviction Defense Collaborative

Executive Director Eviction Defense Collaborative San Francisco, California Drive vision, advocacy, and organizational strength to protect San Francisco’s most vulnerable tenants from eviction and homelessness. In partnership with Lindauer, Eviction Defense Collaborative (EDC) seeks a visionary and pragmatic Executive Director. This leader will guide a highly dedicated team and ensure the organization remains a powerful advocate for housing stability and tenant rights. The Executive Director will manage a growing staff, lead in labor relations and union negotiations, and partner with the Board of Directors to ensure strong governance and long-term impact. The ideal candidate will bring at least a decade of senior leadership experience and demonstrated success in fundraising and fiscal management. Deep knowledge of eviction, housing, and social justice systems is a plus. In this role, you will: • Provide strategic vision, leadership, and organizational management. • Strengthen EDC’s culture of equity, inclusion, and high performance. • Oversee finances, budgets, and fundraising with a focus on sustainability. • Build relationships with funders, policymakers, and community coalitions. • Serve as the public voice of EDC, advocating for housing as a human right. Why EDC? • San Francisco’s leading voice in the fight for tenant rights and housing stability. • Innovative, holistic programming that integrates legal defense with social support and rental assistance. • A mission-driven culture rooted in justice, equity, and the belief that housing is a human right. The salary range for this role is $175,000 – $225,000, plus comprehensive benefits. To learn more, apply, or nominate a candidate, please visit: https://www.lindauerglobal.com/searches/open-searches/executive-director-eviction-defense- collaborative?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=job-board&utm_campaign=edc-ed