 The Democracy Communications Collaborative seeks a Deputy Communications Director to manage an ongoing public opinion research program — including surveys and focus groups — and develop messaging and communication guidance for a network of nonpartisan, pro-democracy communicators. Responsibilities include overseeing research design in collaboration with the Communications Director and an external vendor, delivering regular briefings to partners and field allies, managing a forthcoming weekly email program, and supporting partners in applying research findings to their communications work. Strong candidates will bring experience in persuasion campaigns and public opinion research, comfort working within ideologically diverse coalitions, and a genuine enthusiasm for message development and data analysis. Applications require a cover letter addressing relevant experience and a written response to a question about developing messaging for audiences with whom one has little in common.
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 Voting Rights Lab seeks a Director of People & Culture to lead all human resources functions across a fully remote organization, including talent acquisition and retention, performance management, compensation, HR compliance, payroll administration, employee relations, and organizational culture and engagement. The role serves as a key strategic advisor to leadership, developing equitable, values-aligned HR systems and policies, coaching managers, and overseeing the organization's Culture Committee. Candidates should bring 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years at the director level, deep knowledge of federal and state employment law, experience with ADP Workforce Now, and a demonstrated ability to foster inclusive and high-performing workplace cultures.
 Voting Rights Lab seeks a Policy and Legislative Tracking Director to lead state-level advocacy campaigns in key target states while managing comprehensive legislative tracking and policy analysis across a broader state portfolio through the organization's Election Policy Tracker. Responsibilities include drafting legislation and testimony, managing in-state coalition and lobbying relationships, developing multi-year legislative strategies, and producing concise policy analysis for diverse audiences, including lawmakers, partners, and the public. Candidates should bring a JD or equivalent policy experience, strong legal research and drafting skills, and demonstrated comfort working across ideological lines with diverse communities and cross-partisan partners; experience in election policy is strongly preferred.
 The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley seeks a Bridging Differences Facilitator to design and deliver science-based trainings, workshops, and communities of practice that help leaders and practitioners foster connection and constructive engagement across lines of faith, race, politics, and socioeconomic status. Responsibilities include leading the Bridging Differences in Higher Education Learning Fellowship, developing multimedia learning resources, providing coaching to participants, gathering feedback to improve program effectiveness, and supporting grant reporting and external communications. Candidates must bring significant experience designing and facilitating adult learning experiences, translating research into practice, and managing multiple projects and collaborators; experience in higher education, communities of practice, or intergroup relations is preferred. Applications consisting of a combined cover letter and resume should be emailed to [email protected] by May 27, 2026.
 The Henry Luce Foundation seeks a Program Director to lead its Democracy and Civic Life grantmaking portfolio, which awards more than $6 million annually across initiatives focused on equipping citizens for active participation, expanding democratic engagement, and disseminating promising models. Responsibilities include developing program goals and strategies, identifying and assessing grant proposals, designing special initiatives and RFPs, cultivating grantee relationships, and representing the Foundation publicly through writing, presentations, and communications to the Board and field leaders. Candidates should bring significant experience in civic participation, democratic innovation, civic education, community organizing, policy advocacy, or related fields, along with demonstrated organizational leadership or project management experience; a master's degree in social sciences, public policy, or political science is preferred, and domestic and international travel is required.
 BridgeUSA seeks a Special Assistant to the CEO to serve as a force multiplier for executive operations, optimizing the CEO's time and ensuring organizational priorities around fundraising and partnerships are executed effectively. Responsibilities include owning the CEO's calendar, attending board and executive meetings to capture and drive follow-through on action items, managing incoming communications, briefing the CEO ahead of external engagements, and leading special projects with minimal oversight. Candidates should bring 1–3 years of experience in a fast-paced environment such as a startup, campaign, or senior leadership office, with exceptional communication skills, proficiency in CRM and project management tools, and a systems-oriented, proactive mindset. In lieu of a cover letter, applicants are asked to submit a 200-word response explaining how this role fits into their 5-year career plan.
 Unify America seeks a Senior Partnerships Manager to own new campus recruitment for its Civic Gym program, which has engaged over 30,000 college students in cross-partisan civic dialogue. The role involves managing the full institutional sales cycle from prospecting through signed agreements, maintaining a pipeline in HubSpot, representing Unify America at higher education conferences and events, and contributing to recruitment strategy with increasing autonomy over time, including building a sales team as the function grows. Candidates should bring 4–6 years of partnerships, business development, or institutional sales experience — preferably in higher education — along with a consultative approach, CRM proficiency, and demonstrated ability to meet revenue targets independently. Applications must be submitted as a single combined PDF of cover letter and resume.
 The News Creator Corps Rural Creator Fellowship is a six-week virtual training program equipping trusted rural community voices — including experienced content creators and civic leaders such as retired teachers, local business owners, and others — with fact-checking, public records research, source development, and digital platform skills to fill local information gaps left by news outlet closures. Fellows meet weekly as a cohort, complete practical assignments, and participate in peer discussion forums with program directors and participants from across rural America. No prior journalism experience or platform following is required; what matters most is community trust and a commitment to accuracy. Applications are due June 7, 2026, at midnight ET; all applicants will be notified by end of June.
 Independent conflict resolution practitioner Fleur Ravensbergen is seeking an intern for autumn 2026 to support active projects spanning mediation and research, dialogue facilitation training, online course development, and communications. Tasks include conflict mapping, literature reviews, fieldwork preparation, developing role-play simulations, supporting negotiation and peace work courses, and contributing to the website, podcast, and design work. Ideal candidates are master's students or recent graduates in conflict resolution, political science, or a related field, fluent in English with Dutch strongly preferred; applications consisting of a CV and short motivation letter addressing one of three provided prompts are due June 7, 2026, at [email protected] with subject line "Internship 26-27."
 Protect Democracy seeks early-career attorneys with 1–5 years of legal experience to join its team as Counsel, working on impact litigation and integrated legal, policy, and communications strategies aimed at protecting free and fair elections and democratic institutions. Responsibilities include researching and drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs; participating in discovery; engaging with clients and external stakeholders; contributing to legislative and advocacy proposals; and representing the organization in key coalitions. Ideal candidates bring exceptional analytical and writing skills, a cross-ideological commitment to democratic norms, and an entrepreneurial legal instinct; experience in election law, voting rights, or impact litigation is preferred but not required. The priority application deadline is May 14, 2026; complete applications, including resume and cover letter, are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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