DC Vote seeks Executive Director - $150,000 to $175,000/year

DC Vote seeks a strategic and passionate Executive Director to lead our advocacy for DC statehood and autonomy while strengthening coalitions to protect against federal overreach. This role requires a balance of policy leadership, coalition-building, and nonprofit management, ensuring the organization remains a strong force in defending self-governance for Washington, DC. The Executive Director will oversee advocacy efforts, organizational operations, and financial sustainability while mobilizing supporters and policymakers.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Minimum 4 years of senior nonprofit leadership experience, preferably in advocacy, policy, or coalition-building.
Strong knowledge of DC autonomy, federal oversight issues, and the legislative process.
Demonstrated success in coalition-building and advocacy campaign leadership.
Proven ability to manage a nonprofit organization, including budgeting, compliance, and team leadership.
Experience in fundraising and donor cultivation, with a track record of securing diverse and recurring funding streams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage media and policymakers from across the political spectrum, alongside stakeholders at all levels.