Karen Svoboda (She/Her/Hers)

Title: Executive Director

Reports to: Board of Directors

Direct reports received - 3: Chief Operating Officer (COO), Development Associate, Executive Assistant to ED

Time commitment: Full time position

Compensation: salary - $5000/ms

Location: Remote/travel

Responsibilities

Oversees Assistant to ED

Oversees COO

Works with COO to ensure overall operations are functioning smoothly

Builds alignment across organization

Works as a liaison between staff and Board of Directors building a culture of collaboration, and healthy discourse.

Oversees grant writing

Interviews guests on Defense of Democracy Podcast

Travels nationally to meet with other advocacy organizations and builds alliances and strategic partnerships

Creates proactive fundraising opportunities, and cultivates relationships with major donors.

Qualifications

Proven ability to develop and execute financial strategies

15+ years of experience in nonprofit management and development

10+ years of experience in a senior leadership position

10+ years experience in public relations, marketing, fundraising

Dynamic and charismatic team player comfortable being the public face of Defense of Democracy

Excellent verbal, written, and visual communications skills