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Democracy Forward Foundation

Senior Director of Compliance

LocationWashington, District of Columbia, United States
SetupOn-site
LevelSenior
Posted1w ago
Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

Democracy Forward Foundation is hiring a Senior Director of Compliance (Washington, DC) with a salary range of $180,000 – $200,000 plus benefits.

Role
Senior Director of Compliance
Organization
Democracy Forward Foundation
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Work setup
On-site
Level
Senior
Compensation
$180,000 – $200,000 plus excellent benefits
Category
Communications & Marketing

The role

Democracy Forward Foundation is seeking a Senior Director of Compliance to support the organization’s compliance function, including legal and financial standards, grant and contract authorities, and internal controls. The role requires strategic vision, operational execution, and deep nonprofit compliance expertise.

What you'll do

  • Oversee compliance with legal and financial standards
  • Support due diligence for contractors and vendors
  • Work closely with Finance to support internal financial controls
  • Develop and maintain a compliance function
  • Support the Finance team with regard to audits and programmatic reviews

What it takes

  • At least 12-15+ years of compliance experience
  • Strong project management and CRM systems familiarity
  • Deep knowledge of federal and state employment and nonprofit law
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a compliance function
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative working style

What you'll bring

Compliance experienceLegal and financial standardsGrant and contract authoritiesInternal controlsProject managementCRM systems

How we treat you

Excellent benefits

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Washington, DC, with some flexibility for remote work within the United States.

What is the compensation range?

The compensation range is $180,000 – $200,000 plus excellent benefits.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include at least 12-15+ years of compliance experience, strong project management, and deep knowledge of federal and state employment and nonprofit law.

How do I apply?

Please apply through the organization's application process.

Is the job remote?

While this position offers flexibility to work remotely, it requires regular in-office presence eight (8) times per month (averaging 2 times per week).

How to apply

Apply directly on Democracy Forward Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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