Job Board
We are happy to share a hand-picked selection of the most fascinating social impact roles we see popping up at organizations and companies. Our list is a mix of curated roles we’ve found through our networks + opportunities shared by partner organizations looking for the best and brightest (aka, you!).
*We are not supporting in the recruitment of the following roles. These have been gathered through our networks to share with you.
We prioritize posting positions that align with our values — they are transparent about pay and benefits, the responsibilities of the role align with compensation, and the salary is a living wage.
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National Skills Coalition
Chief Operating Officer
National Skills Coalition is a coalition advocating for an America that grows its economy by investing in its people, so that every worker and every industry has the skills to compete and prosper. A greater diversity of Americans will have access to a better life, and a greater number of local businesses will see growth, if high-quality, inclusive skills training is a more central part of our nation’s workforce, education, economic and anti-poverty policies. NSC staff, members and allies engage in organizing, advocacy, and communications to advance state and federal policies in pursuit of these goals.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is a member of NSC’s Executive Team along with three additional Executives. The COO helps guide the organization’s strategic direction from an operational and financial perspective, working with the Executive Team to ensure effectiveness in four areas:
Financial Management: Oversee design and contracted implementation of financial management systems (budgeting, forecasting, accounting) and serve as the lead analyst to recommend actions to the CEO.
Fund Development: Participate in fundraising strategy and planning with the Executive Team and other management staff; ensure proper financial management and reporting for received grants and donations.
Human Resources: Maintain the highest level of human resource practices for NSC staff, ranging from the negotiation and management of pay and benefits to the oversight of systems to support staff onboarding, development and inclusion.
Operations: Supervise maintenance of office space, technology and information systems, and other administrative support needs.
This is a remote position based in the U.S. (7/29/25)
Salary range for this position is $170,000 - $190,000.
The philanthropic collaborative for education
Senior Manager, Grants Operations
The Philanthropic Collaborative for Education (The Collaborative) was established in 2008 as The National Public Education Support Fund, part of the Leeds families of philanthropies, to serve as a community of engaged education funders and advocates to support the Alliance for Excellent Education. Today, The Collaborative is a national hub for convening and connecting influential leaders in education philanthropy with advocacy, research, policy, and practice.
We are seeking a highly strategic and solutions-driven leader to serve as the operational backbone of the organization. This role is designed for a systems-level thinker who excels at cross-functional leadership, precision execution, and proactive problem-solving. Reporting directly to the CFOO, the Senior Manager, Grants Operations will bridge program and operational functions, lead internal systems development, and ensure grant information/knowledge management are seamless and compliant. This is not an administrative support role—this is a senior-level operational leader who owns complex systems like Salesforce and Tableau, leads contract management workflows, manages coordination with outsourced tech partners, and plays a central role in onboarding, documentation, and internal alignment. The right candidate will bring a builder's mindset, exceptional follow-through, and a deep understanding of nonprofit infrastructure and grants operations. (8/4/25)
This is a remote position. Salary range for the position is $100,000 - $120,000.
Freedom Together Foundation
Executive Coordinator
The Freedom Together Foundation’s mission is to support people who have been denied power to build it, so they can change unjust systems and create a more democratic, inclusive, and sustainable society. We are committed to advancing deep, systemic change by supporting movements, leaders, and organizations working for justice across the country.
We are seeking a versatile, adaptable, and highly organized Executive Coordinator to join our People & Culture team. This is a unique position designed for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in fast-paced environments, and brings a spirit of curiosity and service to their work. The EC will primarily provide seamless, high-quality administrative and operational support to the VP of People & Culture. Up to 50% of time will be dedicated to supporting the other Freedom Together Executive Coordinators, stepping in where help is most needed. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on new adventures, learns quickly, and excels at bringing structure to dynamic situations. (7/29/25)
Salary range for the position is $89,500 - $94,500.
Texas Census Institute
Chief Operating Officer
The Texas Census Institute (TxCI) is on a mission to provide independent, nonpartisan, and data-driven census policy and program guidance to overcome operational and motivational barriers to census participation so that, through a complete count, all Texans can enjoy a great quality of life. We are a small (4 FTEs currently) but growing nonprofit that was recently granted independent 501(c)(3) status by the IRS.
This is a new position that will help guide the current and future expansion of TxCI. Reporting to the President & CEO, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be an integral member of TxCI’s leadership team, providing leadership, strategic thinking, and expertise in human resources (HR), financial management, organizational strategy and design, and operational excellence to a growing nonprofit organization. The COO will lead the business functions of TxCI and be an architect of efficient and effective processes necessary for translating our ambitious vision into operational success. As the first person in this role, the successful candidate will need to be creative, flexible, and patient as they help bring together and align various teams, perspectives, and goals to engineer success in a dynamic environment, pitching in where necessary to identify opportunities and remove barriers so teams can excel. The COO will bring clarity and purpose and be a champion for how the organization can execute TxCI’s strategic plan for a complete count in 2030 and beyond. (8/12/25)
This is a remote position, with flexible working hours - Texas-based preferred but at least able to travel to DFW Metroplex and potentially other sites in Texas 3-5 times a year, as necessary. Salary range for the position is $100,000 - $150,000.
Moving Forward Network
Operations & Grants Manager
The Moving Forward Network (MFN) is a national network of over 50 member organizations that centers grassroots, frontline-community knowledge, expertise, and engagement from communities across the US affected by the global freight transportation system. MFN builds partnerships among community leaders, academia, labor, environmental organizations, and others to protect communities from the impacts of the global freight system. Its diverse membership engages in integrated and geographically dispersed advocacy strategies that incorporate organizing, communications, research, legal and technical assistance, leadership development, and movement building.
The Operations & Grants Manager plays a key role in sustaining MFN’s environmental justice infrastructure by managing all aspects of grants administration, funder relationships, and internal operations support. Working closely with the Operations Director, Executive Director, the Windward Fund (our fiscal sponsor), and the MFN team, the Operations & Grants Manager ensures compliance with grant requirements, supports fund development efforts, and strengthens internal systems that keep our grassroots-led national network thriving. This cross-functional position is suited for a detail-oriented, self-directed individual with strong writing, fiscal tracking, administrative, and relationship management skills—and a deep commitment to environmental and climate justice. (8/7/25)
This is fully remote position. Occasional travel is required for staff activities, fund development, public speaking, or related events. Salary range for the position is $85,000 - $95,000.
Susan thompson Buffet Foundation
Chief of Staff to COO
The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation (STBF) is a private grant-making foundation with a U.S. home office in Omaha, NE and a global home office in Kigali, Rwanda. The Foundation’s staff is comprised of almost 90 individuals across two continents. With annual spending in excess of $1 billion, STBF is one of the largest private foundations in the U.S.
The Chief of Staff to the Chief Operating Officer is a strategic partner, advisor, and force-multiplier to the COO. This role will be the first of its kind to exist on the COO team, so there is room for shaping and growing the role for the right candidate.
The Chief of Staff acts as a connector across functions, a manager of complex and sensitive initiatives, and a champion of operational excellence across a global, distributed team. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned leader with exceptional judgment, communication skills, and organizational acumen to help shape the strategy, culture, and performance of a high-impact foundation. In addition to strategic work, they must be comfortable with administrative work and ready to jump in and roll their sleeves up on the day to day. (8/4/25)
This position is based in Omaha, NE. Salary range for the position is $300,000 - $330,000.
The Hub
Corporate Governance and Contracts Specialist
Launched in 2016, The Hub is a nonprofit effort made up of a growing team of communications, research, and organizing experts who have extensive experience in campaign strategy, digital, and polling and analytics. We believe in a country where everyone has the opportunity to succeed in our economy and participate in our democracy, and we make that vision a reality by partnering with advocacy groups – bringing surge capacity and coordination to build innovative and effective campaigns.
The Hub Project is seeking an experienced Corporate Governance and Contracts Specialist who will be a primary support for The Hub’s in-house counsel and partner to the Finance and Campaign Operations team. The role will be responsible for corporate governance and the start-to-finish contracting process, including collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The Corporate Governance and Contracts Specialist will work with a team of passionate and talented staff within the organization to support dynamic and effective issue advocacy campaigns. This position is critical to the successful operation of our programs, ensuring efficiency and compliance with protocols and best practices. This role is hybrid based in Washington, D.C. (7/29/25)
Salary range for this position is $75,000 - $93,000.
Open Philanthropy
Operations Coordinator/Associate
Open Philanthropy is a philanthropic funder and advisor. Our mission is to help others as much as we can with the resources available to us. We stress openness to many possibilities and have chosen our focus areas based on importance, neglectedness, and tractability. At Open Philanthropy, our innovative grantmaking demands a robust and high-quality operations team. We always keep an eye out for people who would make great generalist Operations team members to support and improve the running of our organization.
The Operations team supports staff with administrative tasks (like booking travel, purchasing and expensing, receiving and forwarding mail, internal knowledge management, and policy support) and provides support to our program teams (e.g., cleaning up data or notes from grantee calls, light research and data analysis, organizing files, and helping with logistics). They ensure Open Phil has productive and welcoming office spaces by managing and improving our San Francisco and Washington, D.C. offices, scoping requirements for potential new office hubs, greeting visitors, providing in-person support and reception, managing external contractors, ordering supplies, and fixing workstations. We are looking for a Coordinator or Associate level to join this team, someone who can communicate effectively, work in a responsive, agile way and have a “getting to yes”, solutions-focused approach. (8/12/25)
This position requires full-time on-site work from one of our offices in either San Francisco or Washington, D.C. Salary for this position varies by location and experience and starts at $89,000 and ranges to $110,000 for associate level in San Francisco.
Carmel Hill Fund
Operations Manager
In 1986, The Carmel Hill Fund (CHF) was established and funded by William "Bill" Ruane, a respected investment professional, as a way to address educational inequities and to help young people receive the mental health support they deserve. As part of the Fund's new strategic direction, CHF will focus its grantmaking in support of a vision of New York City where youth find power in reading and their mental health is a priority. Through grants and partnerships, we will invest in the future and wellbeing of youth growing up in New York City by championing efforts that improve mental health and literacy outcomes, rooted in positive, affirming, and supportive relationships.
The Operations Manager will play a central role in ensuring CHF’s internal operations run smoothly, managing essential systems and processes that support our work on behalf of young people across New York City. With more than $15M invested annually in this mission, the Operations Manager will ensure day-to-day functions are efficient and effective, better positioning the Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and broader CHF team to focus on strategic direction and program delivery.
On average, you will have the opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days per week and are required to work from the midtown NYC office 2 days per week. (7/29/25)
Salary range for the position is $95,000 - $110,000.
Defenders of Wildlife
Director of Philanthropy
Founded in 1947, Defenders of Wildlife is the premier U.S.-based national conservation organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of imperiled species and their habitats in North America.
The Director of Philanthropy is responsible for cultivating and soliciting current $10,000+ donors and prospects, with emphasis on increasing the pipeline of $100,000+ donors and recruiting new major donors for Defenders of Wildlife. The Director works closely with the Senior Director of Philanthropy, Vice President of Philanthropy, Major Gift team, and Development operations staff. The Director also works with the President, Senior Vice President and Senior Program staff in carrying out donor strategies. (7/22/25)
Salary range for the position is $118,000 - $128,000. This is a hybrid role based in Washington, D.C.
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