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Director of Operations – Partnership for Democracy & Education (MA) Jobs in Boston, MA at Tammy Dowley-Blackman Group, LLC
Title: Director of Operations – Partnership for Democracy & Education (MA)
Company: Tammy Dowley-Blackman Group, LLC
Location: Boston, MA
Director of Operations – Partnership for Democracy & Education (MA)
Introduction
The Partnership for Democracy & Education (PDE) is seeking a Director of Operations (DOO) to serve as the chief operating leader of our multi-entity ecosystem. This role is essential to translating strategy into execution and ensuring the organization operates with clarity, discipline, and alignment across initiatives that strengthen democratic participation and political power in historically marginalized communities.
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Position details:
- Reports to: Executive Director
- Location: Massachusetts (Hybrid with statewide travel. Regular in-person meetings in Boston/Cambridge and Western Massachusetts)
- Travel: Expected in remote office with team at least twice per week, plus regional and national travel to conferences and board meetings up to six times per year
- Direct Reports: Alignment Manager, Partnerships Manager, Program Manager, Grants & Operations Coordinator
- Functional Oversight: Finance Consultant
- Experience required: 8–12 years leadership in nonprofit, philanthropy, civic engagement, or similarly complex organizations
- Salary: $125,000 – $140,000 (firm)
- Benefits: Health insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off
Key responsibilities include:
- Organizational leadership and execution
- Grants management strategy and systems
- People management and organizational development
- Operational systems and internal ways of working
- Financial management and oversight
- Cross-program alignment and coordination
- Board and governance support
- Partnership with the Executive Director
To apply:
Send cover letter (highlighting outlined experience and qualifications) and resume to:
✉️ Required subject line (exactly): Director of Operations
Deadline:
- Priority review: Friday, May 15, 2026
- Open until filled; materials reviewed on a rolling basis
Equal Opportunity Employer:
PDE encourages candidates from historically marginalized communities to apply.
