Operations Strategist

TL;DR

Operations Strategist: Strengthening operational effectiveness and executive coordination for a nonprofit fundraising agency with an accent on managing complex calendars, stakeholder liaison, and office operations. Focus on anticipating leadership needs, proactively resolving workflow bottlenecks, and supporting culture-building initiatives.

Location: Hybrid based in Washington, DC office with in-person attendance requirements

Salary: $64,000–$75,000 per year

Company

Digital fundraising agency helping nonprofits and progressive political campaigns raise over $4.5 billion through email, SMS, social media, and direct mail strategies.

What you will do

• Provide high-trust executive support by managing complex calendars and aligning schedules with business priorities
• Act as liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders
• Coordinate client meetings, strategy sessions, board engagements, travel, and conferences
• Prepare briefing materials and handle travel logistics and expenses
• Support DC office operations, vendor relationships, budget tracking, and contract processes
• Lead logistics for in-house and off-site culture and collaboration activities

Requirements

• 2+ years experience as primary administrative or operational liaison in professional office
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate leadership needs and resolve scheduling/workflow bottlenecks
• Experience supporting senior leadership in fast-paced, client-facing organization
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and handle confidential information with discretion
• Resilience in high-pressure situations, excellent writing/editing, organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Nice to have

• Experience planning in-person events or office engagement initiatives

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid platinum medical, life insurance, short-term disability; 50% vision/dental
• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
• 17 vacation days + 12 holidays, sick days, bereavement, volunteer day, paid parental leave
• Financial support for reproductive/transgender care
• Flexible hybrid/remote policies, company Mac, cell/meal/ride-share reimbursements
• Commitment to DEIB, inclusive environment; occasional nights/weekends during elections