 Unite America seeks a Program Planning and Operations Director to design and steward planning, portfolio, and decision-support systems for nonpartisan election reform initiatives. The role involves leading annual planning and budgeting processes, overseeing portfolio management and financial operations, producing performance dashboards and metrics, collaborating with Strategy & Operations and Investor Relations teams, and managing junior staff. Candidates should have an MBA or equivalent experience, 5+ years in business, nonprofit, or philanthropic strategy and planning, deep knowledge of performance management systems, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Familiarity with grantmaking and Salesforce is preferred. The position is based in Denver or remote, with travel 1-3 times per quarter, and applications are due February 27, 2026.
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 The Constructive Dialogue Institute seeks an Associate Director of Program Implementation to manage relationships with partner colleges and universities and guide them through the implementation of CDI's evidence-based dialogue programs. The role involves serving as relationship owner for an assigned portfolio of campuses, leading planning and implementation cycles, providing ongoing partner support, tracking progress using CRM and project management tools, and contributing to retention and renewal strategies with an 85% retention target. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience in partnership management or program implementation in nonprofits, higher education, or EdTech, with at least 1 year of experience working directly in or with higher education, and strong relationship-building, communication, and project management skills.
 The USC Annenberg Innovation Lab offers eight Civic Media Fellowship slots for artists, organizers, makers, storytellers, and cultural strategists advancing social progress in unconventional ways. The fellowship runs September 2026 through early May 2027 with a seven-week winter break, requiring approximately six hours per week. Successful participants continue as Senior Fellows for three years with access to USC resources and community. The program prioritizes historically under-represented perspectives and seeks individuals with developed practices who are open to reflection, new ways of working, and collaborative engagement. Applications begin with an Expression of Interest due February 2-20, 2026, followed by full applications from selected candidates due March 16-30, 2026.
Convergence Center for Policy Resolution seeks a Programs Associate to support collaborative problem-solving initiatives that bridge ideological and political divides. The role includes coordinating virtual and in-person meetings, conducting policy research and stakeholder analysis, and providing administrative support to Programs Directors. Candidates should have 1-3+ years of relevant experience, strong writing and research skills, the ability to work across diverse perspectives with neutrality, and experience supporting meetings and convenings. A bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or a related field is preferred. Applications, including resume, cover letter, and writing sample, are due February 16, 2026.
 The Chicago Community Trust seeks a qualified evaluator to assess the impacts and learnings of its Arts and Culture for Community Wealth initiative, which supports public art projects that stimulate local economies, foster social cohesion, and empower residents in underinvested communities. The evaluator will design and implement a comprehensive mixed-methods evaluation, engage with 12 grant recipients and their Community of Practice, and produce interim and final reports with actionable recommendations. Candidates should have deep expertise in learning, evaluation, and community development, proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods, familiarity with arts and culture initiatives, and strong communication skills. Proposals are due February 13, 2026, with the project running from April 2026 through February 2028.
 Listen First Project seeks a Measurement and Learning Partner Lead to support organizations in adopting and using the Social Cohesion Impact Measure, a pluralism-tailored measurement tool for the bridging divides movement. The role involves onboarding new organizations, setting up tailored SCIM tools built on Google products, providing ongoing support with data analysis and troubleshooting, and contributing to field-wide data aggregation efforts. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, coursework in statistics, strong spreadsheet skills, and an interest in pluralism and measuring social impact. Applications, including a cover letter, CV, and writing sample, are due February 13, 2026.
 More in Common seeks a Senior Manager to lead and grow its immigration portfolio, combining strategic research, partner engagement, and public communication to help navigate one of America's most polarized issues. The role involves overseeing high-quality public opinion research, translating findings into actionable insights for funders and policymakers, and representing the organization in external meetings and media engagements. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in research, analysis, strategy, and external engagement, with strong research literacy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trust across ideological lines.
Postdoctoral Associate (Community Engagement) -University at Buffalo, Department of Philosophy2/7/2026  The Department of Philosophy at the University at Buffalo seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to support a Department of Education-funded project focused on civil discourse and civic renewal. The role involves teaching one course per year in PPE or related areas and spearheading community engagement projects and campus events, including speaker series and workshops. Candidates must hold or expect to complete a PhD in Philosophy, Political Science, or a related discipline by August 2026. The position begins August 17, 2026, and is renewable annually for up to three years.
 Oklahoma State University–Center for Health Sciences is seeking a full-time Project Manager based in Tulsa to lead the day-to-day operations of a four-year, multi-campus civil discourse program spanning five OSU campuses. The role serves as the central coordinator for program implementation, grant reporting and compliance, budget oversight, logistics, facilitator training, and communication with internal and external stakeholders, supporting Dialogue Labs, faculty development, and community engagement initiatives. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least three years of experience managing complex, multi-site projects in higher education or nonprofit environments, along with strong organizational, coordination, and financial management skills. The work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday with occasional evenings and weekends, and applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references.
 The Kroc School of Peace Studies seeks a Women PeaceMakers Fellow to advance its gender, peace, and security portfolio through applied research, instruction, and public engagement. This role involves designing and teaching graduate courses on gender and peacebuilding, mentoring students on applied projects, managing and expanding the Women Waging Peace Network, producing policy-relevant research, and building collaborations across academic and practitioner communities. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in peace studies, international relations, law, public policy, or related field, plus 5+ years of professional experience in gender and peace/security, human rights, transitional justice, or security sector work, with demonstrated ability to produce applied research and engage international organizations. Preferred qualifications include a terminal degree, teaching experience, and network leadership. Position is open until filled; applications reviewed on rolling basis.
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