Deputy Director

🌍 Deputy Director – Confidential International Research Organization

📍Washington, DC ( onsite 5 days/ week) ( may have hybrid flex after training)

About the Role

A globally focused nonprofit research organization is seeking a Deputy Director to support its mission of monitoring, translating, and analyzing international media across multiple regions and languages. This role is ideal for a highly adaptable, strategic professional who excels in relationship‑building, cross‑functional collaboration, and handling sensitive information with discretion. As a key member of the leadership team, the Deputy Director will help steer organizational priorities, strengthen external partnerships, and support executive‑level operations.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

1️⃣ Fundraising & Development Leadership 🤝💼

• Represent the organization at donor meetings, briefings, conferences, and high‑level events.
• Cultivate strong relationships with current donors while identifying new funding opportunities.
• Support the creation of proposals, impact reports, and donor communications.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for the organization’s mission and research initiatives.

2️⃣ Government & Institutional Relations 🏛️📑

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with government clients and institutional partners.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities for contracting and client acquisition.
• Handle and safeguard sensitive government materials with the highest level of confidentiality.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of reports, analysis, and contractual deliverables.
• Assist in shaping strategy to expand the organization’s presence within government sectors.

3️⃣ Executive & Organizational Support 🧭📋

• Serve as a key operational partner to the Executive Director, supporting day‑to‑day leadership activities.
• Help streamline workflows across departments including research, operations, development, and communications.
• Oversee preparation and distribution of reports, briefings, and essential communications.
• Assist with media‑related responsibilities and facilitate distribution of research outputs.
• Step in as needed for special projects, urgent requests, and cross‑organizational priorities.

🔗 Cross‑Functional Collaboration

The Deputy Director will work closely with:

• 🧠 Research & Analysis Teams
• 💸 Development & Donor Relations
• 🏛️ Government Clients & Agencies
• 📣 Marketing & Communications
• 🧩 Operations & Executive Leadership

This position requires someone who thrives in a role where they will wear many hats, navigate dynamic priorities, and act as an organizational connector.

📌 Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit leadership, government relations, research management, policy, or similar fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to speak confidently to senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential or sensitive information with care.
• Excellent organizational and project‑coordination abilities, including cross‑functional communication.
• Comfort participating in donor meetings, events, and high‑level stakeholder conversations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and support executive leadership.

⭐ Ideal Candidate

• A relationship‑driven professional who can confidently represent the organization.
• A strategic thinker who is also effective in hands‑on operational support.
• Someone with versatile skills who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.
• A trusted advisor capable of anticipating needs, solving problems, and supporting organizational growth.