Deputy Director of Programming & Strategic Partnerships
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Mississippi Votes & Mississippi Votes Action FundLocation: Jackson, MSStatus: Full-Time, ExemptReports To: Executive DirectorSalary: $100,000 annually + competitive benefitsAbout UsMississippi Votes (MSV) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit civic engagement organization led by young people and grounded in intergenerational synergy. Through voter education, grassroots organizing, policy advocacy, and leadership development, we work to build a transformative culture of civic engagement across Mississippi.Mississippi Votes Action Fund (MSVAF) is our 501(c)(4) sibling organization. MSVAF deepens our impact through issue advocacy, voter mobilization, and campaign strategies that expand democratic access and protect voting rights.Together, MSV and MSVAF empower young Mississippians, protect the integrity of elections, and build long-term civic infrastructure for inclusive democracy in Mississippi.Position OverviewThe Deputy Director of Programming & Strategic Partnerships is a senior leadership position responsible for guiding programmatic cohesion, alignment, and execution across both MSV and MSVAF. This role ensures that programs and campaigns are grounded in strategy, aligned with organizational priorities, and positioned for impact and scale.In addition to leading internal programmatic alignment, this role is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strategic partnerships that support MS Votes' statewide expansion. This includes developing and managing relationships across Mississippi that enhance the reach, visibility, and effectiveness of MS Votes' programming—particularly in regions where the organization is growing its presence.This position supervises the Field Director, Policy Director, and Communications Director, and works in close collaboration with the Deputy Director of Operations & Finance and the Executive Director. The Deputy Director of Programming & Strategic Partnerships plays a key role in ensuring values alignment, accountability, and strategic planning across both the 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities.Core ResponsibilitiesProgrammatic Leadership

• Lead strategic planning and program implementation across civic engagement, field, communications, and policy initiatives.
• Align department-level goals with organization-wide objectives across both MSV and MSVAF.
• Supervise and support the Field Director, Communications Director, and Policy Director.
• Ensure each program area is meeting benchmarks, adhering to internal protocols, and delivering measurable impact.
• Promote collaboration and coordination across departments to amplify effectiveness and mission alignment.
• Support strategic planning, campaign development, and program innovation rooted in equity and inclusion.

Strategic Partnerships & Statewide Expansion

• Develop and maintain partnerships with civic organizations, campuses, churches, community groups, and leaders across Mississippi.
• Advance MS Votes' statewide presence by identifying opportunities for regional expansion and long-term partnership.
• Create systems for partner engagement that strengthen local civic infrastructure and align with MSV/MSVAF campaigns and values.
• Represent MS Votes in coalitions, convenings, and collaborative spaces that support civic power-building across the state.
• Maintain a consistent statewide presence and build authentic relationships that reflect community needs and regional dynamics.

Cross-Entity Strategy (501c3 & 501c4)

• Work with the Executive Director to ensure appropriate planning and role distinction between c3 and c4 activities while maximizing mission alignment.
• Support the development of advocacy, voter mobilization, and civic education campaigns with an understanding of the legal frameworks and messaging requirements of both entities.
• Coordinate closely with policy and communications teams to ensure that MSVAF-led campaigns are legally compliant, strategic, and community-informed.

People & Culture Leadership

• Foster a supportive, accountable, and inclusive work environment that values collaboration, transparency, and staff development.
• Conduct regular check-ins and performance evaluations with direct reports.
• Identify and support professional development opportunities for program staff.
• Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team on internal culture-building initiatives.

Organizational Planning & Reporting

• Partner with the Executive Director and Deputy Director of Operations & Finance to implement strategic goals and reporting processes.
• Assist in grant reporting and funder communication by aligning data, narrative, and program benchmarks.
• Help assess and refine internal systems for campaign planning, reporting, and evaluation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, advocacy, organizing, or campaign work
• Strong understanding of civic engagement, youth leadership, grassroots organizing, and racial justice
• Demonstrated success supervising teams and managing cross-departmental initiatives
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills with diverse partners and stakeholders
• Strategic thinker with a high capacity for managing layered projects and timelines
• Experience with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) program planning, compliance, and legal separation

Preferred

• Experience in Mississippi or the Deep South
• Familiarity with issue campaigns, electoral strategy, or advocacy work
• Experience with CRM, project management, and organizing tools (e.g., EveryAction, Asana, VAN)
• Commitment to building political power through place-based, community-centered strategies

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $100,000/year
• Benefits: 50% of employee premiums covered for medical, dental, and vision; 100% coverage of mental health services
• Location: Jackson, MS (some statewide travel required; hybrid flexibility available)

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