Director of Operations and Strategic Planning

5 days ago


Washington DC USA, United States Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments (MOTA) Full time
Job Summary

The Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments (MOTA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Operations and Strategic Planning to lead the planning, directing, and coordinating of the general program activities supported by the Mayor's Office on African Affairs (MOAA). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of issues affecting African communities and excellent communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the Mayor's priorities to support African communities.
  • Program Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of MOAA, ensuring efficiency and adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Community Engagement: Foster positive relationships with African community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders.
  • Policy Advocacy: Collaborate with policymakers, District departments, and external partners to advocate for policies that benefit African communities.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise and support a diverse team of staff members, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of community organizing, stakeholder engagement, or advocacy experience, preferably in a government or nonprofit setting and with demonstrated leadership and management roles.
  • Ability to speak and write fluently in French, Amharic, and/or other African languages.
Work Environment

The work is performed primarily in-person in an office setting. Times in the field are permitted when there is a related event.

Residency Requirement

There is a legal requirement that each new appointee to the Excepted Service either: be a District of Columbia resident at the time of appointment; or become a District resident within one hundred eighty (180) days of appointment.



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