Director of Programs & Outreach

Animal Place; Grass Valley (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) with employer match

Vacation and holidays

Veterinary care stipend

Commuter reimbursement

Job summary

Animal Place seeks a Programs Director to provide strategic leadership for programs, outreach, and communications, translating priorities into impactful activities and campaigns. You will supervise a small team, set goals, manage budgets, and collaborate across departments to maximize reach and effectiveness.

The role emphasizes policy influence, coalition-building, and stakeholder engagement, with a blend of on-site and remote work and occasional travel. Start date is as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience advancing programs, public policy, education, advocacy, or related field.
• 2+ years supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for programs, policy, outreach, communications, and community engagement.
• Lead and grow the Food for Thought program and broaden partnerships.

Skills

Program leadership

Strategy development

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Public policy

Remote team leadership

Budget management

Communication

Job description

Animal Place seeks a Programs Director to provide strategic leadership for programs, outreach, and communications, translating priorities into impactful activities and campaigns. You will supervise a small team, set goals, manage budgets, and collaborate across departments to maximize reach and effectiveness.

The role emphasizes policy influence, coalition-building, and stakeholder engagement, with a blend of on-site and remote work and occasional travel. Start date is as soon as possible.