Head of Military Affairs & Veteran Programs

American Humane Society; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

DC or Palm City office locations

Job summary

American Humane Society (AHS) seeks a Director, Military Affairs to lead program operations for veterans, first responders, and service dog initiatives. The role is hybrid, based in Washington, DC or Palm City, FL, and reports to the Chief Program Officer.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of senior program leadership, a deep commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to build national and international partnerships across military and community networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience developing/managing complex programs.
• Experience with service dog programs preferred and a proven track record of program expansion.

Responsibilities

• Lead program leadership and strategy for the Center for Military Affairs, aligning with organizational goals.
• Oversee operations and program quality across multiple sites, ensuring accreditation and high standards.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasting, and financial sustainability with leadership teams.
• Build and sustain relationships with military/first responder communities and key partners.
• Represent AHS publicly in conferences, briefings, and donor events; drive fundraising collaboration.

Skills

Program leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

American Humane Society (AHS) seeks a Director, Military Affairs to lead program operations for veterans, first responders, and service dog initiatives. The role is hybrid, based in Washington, DC or Palm City, FL, and reports to the Chief Program Officer.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of senior program leadership, a deep commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to build national and international partnerships across military and community networks.