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Public Private Strategies lists this Managing Director, Business Leadership for Civic Trust opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Managing Director, PPS: Business Leadership for Civic Trust
Washington, D.C. (In-Person)
Public Private Strategies, LLC (PPS) seeks an experienced and entrepreneurial Managing Director to lead the next phase of growth for PPS: Business Leadership for Civic Trust.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for managing and expanding an established national initiative that works with business leaders, investors, trade associations, philanthropy, and civic organizations to strengthen civic trust, support resilient institutions, and advance economic opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day management and strategic growth of the Business & Democracy Initiative
Develop and execute plans to increase the initiative's impact, visibility, and influence
Identify opportunities to expand programming, partnerships, and engagement
Establish and track goals, metrics, and outcomes to ensure strong execution and measurable impact
Work closely with PPS leadership to align initiative priorities with organizational goals
Lead fundraising efforts to sustain and grow the initiative
Cultivate and steward relationships with foundations, corporations, major donors, and philanthropic partners
Develop grant proposals, concept papers, reports, and fundraising materials
Identify new funding opportunities and manage the initiative's fundraising pipeline
Meet annual revenue and fundraising targets
Partner & Coalition Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, investors, trade associations, chambers of commerce, nonprofits, and civic organizations
Convene and coordinate diverse stakeholders around shared objectives
Ensure meaningful partner engagement and long-term collaboration
Democracy, Rule of Law & Election Protection
Advance initiatives focused on democratic resilience, election protection, civic engagement, and the rule of law
Monitor developments in the democracy and governance landscape and identify opportunities for strategic engagement
Collaborate with experts, advocates, policymakers, business leaders, and civic organizations to develop impactful programs and initiatives
External Representation & Thought Leadership
Represent PPS and the initiative at conferences, convenings, meetings, and public events
Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to funders, business leaders, and coalition partners
Develop presentations, reports, briefing materials, and strategic recommendations for internal and external audiences
Qualifications
Required
10+ years of experience in philanthropy, public policy, democracy, civic engagement, advocacy, economic opportunity, or related fields
Demonstrated success securing and managing major philanthropic investments
Deep understanding of democracy, election protection, democratic resilience, and rule-of-law issues
Experience organizing, convening, or mobilizing business leaders around public policy, civic engagement, or societal challenges
Strong relationship management and coalition-building skills
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders simultaneously
Preferred
Existing relationships with leaders in philanthropy, business, democracy, and civic engagement sectors
Experience managing national coalitions or multi‑stakeholder initiatives
Experience working directly with corporate leaders, investors, trade associations, or chambers of commerce
Experience supervising staff, consultants, and external partners
Desired Attributes
Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset
Exceptional fundraiser and relationship builder
Strong operator who can move seamlessly between strategy and execution
Collaborative leader with strong emotional intelligenceMission-driven and committed to strengthening democratic institutions and expanding economic opportunity
Comfortable engaging with senior executives, philanthropists, policymakers, and civic leaders
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Start Date: August 2026
Compensation: $120,000 - 150,000 (annually)
About Public Private Strategies, LLC: Public Private Strategies is an independent organization that engages public and private sector leaders in efforts to advance practical solutions to economic, civic, and societal challenges.
PPS explores best practices and trends through research, publications, educational programming, convenings, and cross-sector partnerships. Its work helps public and private sector actors better understand their role in advancing constructive, nonpartisan solutions and supporting communities, institutions, and economic opportunity.
Acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of our organization. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.
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