 States United Democracy Center seeks a Director of Communications to support the SVP of Communications in leading the Communications Department's earned, paid, and digital media strategy, including support services for pro-democracy governors, attorneys general, and secretaries of state. The role involves overseeing project rollouts, media relations, press outreach, new media strategy, messaging, rapid response, and managing communications staff and consultants. Candidates should have at least 12 years of communications experience with a proven track record in fast-paced environments, including 5+ years in senior leadership developing and executing overall communications strategy, 5+ years managing diverse teams, excellent written and oral communication skills, and experience in government, nonprofit, or electoral campaigns. The position requires commitment to East Coast hours and approximately 15% travel.
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 Foundation for Social Connection seeks a Business Operations Manager to support the organization's financial health and operational efficiency by managing strategic finance operations, bookkeeping, financial reporting, software and systems management, project management, and general administrative and HR operations. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports for leadership and the board, managing annual budgeting and audit processes, overseeing business software systems, supporting HR administration, and collaborating with program and development teams on reporting and grant tracking. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in operations, finance, or bookkeeping, strong knowledge of financial reporting and budgeting, experience with accounting software like QuickBooks, excellent organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
Executive Director, Miller National Academy for Free Expression & Pluralism - University of Denver2/19/2026  The University of Denver seeks a founding Executive Director to build and lead the Miller National Academy for Free Expression and Pluralism, a new national initiative dedicated to strengthening civil discourse, pluralism, and free expression in American public life. The role involves setting strategic vision, building organizational infrastructure, providing campus leadership, leading comprehensive fundraising to raise $75-100 million over 5-7 years, overseeing high-impact programming and public engagement, partnering with an Academic Director, and managing operations and team leadership. Candidates should have senior leadership experience in mission-driven organizations with a demonstrated track record in fundraising, partnership development, and building national initiatives, plus a deep commitment to free expression and pluralism. The Executive Director reports dually to the Chancellor and Provost.
 More in Common seeks full-time research interns for summer 2026 to work on projects strengthening democracy and social cohesion in the United States. The eight-week internship involves supporting the research team with tasks including tracking news and research on polarization and democracy, assisting with focus group implementation and analysis, supporting quantitative and qualitative research design, providing research and report writing support, and helping design webinars and workshops. Candidates should be current undergraduate or master's students or recent graduates with strong writing and communication skills, and ideally have experience with qualitative or quantitative research, data visualization, and working across the ideological spectrum. Applications, including a resume and written responses to three prompts, are accepted on a rolling basis through April 19, 2026.
 Future Caucus seeks an Associate Manager to lead efforts equipping next-generation legislators with leadership skills through in-person convenings, cohort-based programs, affinity communities, and digital learning via The Well platform. The role involves designing and implementing leadership development materials, creating and curating digital learning content, coordinating logistics for trainings and events, including the annual Future Summit, and managing leadership communities and cohort-based programs. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in leadership development, program management, and event planning, along with an understanding of adult learning theory, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to working across partisan lines. The priority application deadline is February 24, 2026, with an anticipated start date of April 2026.
 More in Common seeks full-time research interns for summer 2026 to work on projects strengthening democracy and social cohesion in the United States. The eight-week internship involves supporting the research team with tasks including tracking news and research on polarization and democracy, assisting with focus group implementation and analysis, supporting quantitative and qualitative research design, providing research and report writing support, and helping design webinars and workshops. Candidates should be current undergraduate or master's students or recent graduates with strong writing and communication skills, and ideally have experience with qualitative or quantitative research, data visualization, and working across the ideological spectrum. Applications, including a resume and written responses to three prompts, are accepted on a rolling basis through April 19, 2026.
 Civic Bridgers offers a year-long Fellowship (August 2026 - August 2027) for early-career professionals to serve as AmeriCorps VISTA members in nonprofit organizations or government offices, building capacity and bridging divides through community-engagement activities. The program includes a week-long orientation, over 80 hours of Inclusive Leadership training focused on intercultural communication and conflict navigation, bi-weekly professional development on common humanity, intellectual humility, and shared accountability, and a capstone project. This is an entry-level position requiring no previous job experience, seeking candidates with curiosity, growth mindset, teamwork, community orientation, accountability, and leadership skills who are at least 18 years old, authorized to work in the U.S., and able to commit to 35 hours per week. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
 Work for America seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Executive Director at a pivotal growth moment, bringing structure, focus, and follow-through to a fast-moving organization dedicated to solving the government staffing crisis. The role involves managing the Executive Director's calendar and travel, preparing meeting briefings and materials, serving as CRM steward to maintain key relationships, supporting fundraising operations and pipeline tracking, and drafting communications for review. Candidates should have 4+ years of administrative or executive support experience, exceptional organizational skills, strong written communication abilities, comfort in fast-paced environments navigating ambiguity, and proficiency with Google Workspace, HubSpot, Slack, and Canva. Applications, including a resume and short answers, are due February 18, 2026, at 5 pm ET.
 The Charles F. Kettering Foundation seeks a Director of Human Resources to lead daily HR operations with a people-centered approach, partnering with the VP of People and Culture to design practices that support the Foundation's mission and strategic goals. The role encompasses talent acquisition and retention, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, compliance with employment laws, learning and development, and HR systems management. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or a related field, a minimum of five years as an HR manager, demonstrated knowledge of federal and state employment law, and strong leadership and interpersonal skills. SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification is strongly preferred.
 Interfaith Alliance seeks a Program Operations Associate to lead execution and project management of advocacy strategies, including convenings, virtual programming, campaigns, research projects, and coalition engagement. The role involves event planning for public and private programming, managing internal project-tracking systems for advocacy campaigns, coordinating with affiliates and partners, supervising interns and consultants, and ensuring smooth internal communication and follow-up throughout the organization. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree with 2-3 years of relevant experience, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, facility with data management and software systems, and the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Experience with national organizations that have state and local affiliates is preferred.
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