Remote Deputy Director, Organizational Strategy

Democracy Fund; United States; Remote; USD 121,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plan options

Professional development funding

Remote work support

Job summary

EpicWorks is seeking a Deputy Director to turn strategy into action, leading major organizational initiatives, staff development, and labor-relations practices. You will work closely with the Executive Director and senior leadership to ensure teams deliver on commitments while strengthening accountability and organizational effectiveness.

The role requires exceptional people leadership, strategic thinking, and a bias toward action.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in nonprofit management, campaigns, or organizational operations.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing multi-functional teams.
• Experience strengthening organizational project management and coaching staff.
• Strong people-management skills with accountability for results.
• Judgment, problem-solving, and navigating ambiguity in fast-paced env.
• Data analysis skills to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Ability to build trust across teams, partners, and stakeholders.
• Experience in collective bargaining and union contexts.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy into priorities, plans and measurable outcomes.
• Lead major cross-entity projects with clear ownership and timelines.
• Oversee risk mitigation and crisis response protocols.
• Support financial strategy aligned with growth goals.
• Mentor staff and drive organizational learning and onboarding.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Senior leadership

Project management

People management

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Stakeholder relationships

Labor relations

Nonprofit governance

Equity & justice

Job description

EpicWorks is seeking a Deputy Director to turn strategy into action, leading major organizational initiatives, staff development, and labor-relations practices. You will work closely with the Executive Director and senior leadership to ensure teams deliver on commitments while strengthening accountability and organizational effectiveness.

The role requires exceptional people leadership, strategic thinking, and a bias toward action.