Chief Impact Officer - Protect Democracy

Protect Democracy is hiring a remote Chief Impact Officer to provide executive leadership over all programmatic work aimed at safeguarding U.S. democracy. Reporting to the Executive Director, this senior leader will guide multidisciplinary teams—including litigation, advocacy, technology, communications, and research—in developing and executing a unified, high-impact strategy to counter authoritarian threats and strengthen democratic resilience. The ideal candidate is a visionary, politically savvy manager with extensive experience in complex, high-stakes impact work, exceptional communication skills, and a strong commitment to inclusive and cross-ideological collaboration. Responsibilities include organizational stewardship, external representation, strategic decision-making, and inspiring diverse teams to drive transformational change aligned with Protect Democracy’s mission. Compensation ranges from $290,000 to $345,000 annually.

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Organization Name:
Protect Democracy

Role Title:
Chief Impact Officer

Employment Type:
Full-Time, Executive Leadership

Compensation:
$290,000–$345,000 per year

Location:
Remote (U.S.-based)

Link to Apply:
https://protectdemocracy.applytojob.com/apply
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Position Overview:
Protect Democracy seeks a courageous, visionary leader to serve as Chief Impact Officer, overseeing all programmatic work during a pivotal moment for American democracy. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CIO will guide a multidisciplinary team spanning litigation, advocacy, technology, communications, and research to advance a unified, high-impact strategy. The ideal candidate is an exceptional manager skilled at inspiring diverse teams, navigating complex political and legal environments, and driving transformational change across programs. This role includes executive leadership, organizational stewardship, external representation, and strategic decision-making in pursuit of Protect Democracy’s mission to prevent authoritarian threats and build a resilient democratic future. Candidates should bring deep experience in high-stakes impact work, familiarity with democracy and governance issues, excellent communication abilities, and a strong commitment to inclusive, cross-ideological collaboration.