Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR)

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Institute for Women's Policy Research

Hybrid
  • Career category: Advocacy/ Policy, Finance, Research/ Data analysis
  • Job type: Job
  • Experience level: Not specified
  • Organisation type: Think Tank
  • Remote option: Hybrid
  • Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
  • Remuneration: $187,525 USD-$224,830 USD / yearly
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Length of contract: Permanent
  • Location: United States , Washington, DC
Gender-based violence (GBV) Generic (e.g. 'gender focal point' role
ABOUT IWPR:

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR) conducts and communicates research to inspire public dialogue, shape policy, and improve the lives and opportunities of women of diverse backgrounds, circumstances, and experiences. We are the leading think tank in the United States applying quantitative and qualitative analysis of public policy through a gendered lens.

RESPONSIBILITY

Strategy, Vision, and Leadership

  • Serve as a strategic financial adviser and thought partner to the President and CEO in organization-wide planning and development;
  • Develop and implement organizational systems and processes to maximize efficiency, increase transparency, and support future growth; 
  • Support the implementation of IWPR’s strategic plan with a particular focus on financial planning and sustainability and strong talent management;

Operations Management 

  • Lead the day-to-day internal operations and work to solve issues quickly and effectively with an eye toward the best interests of the organization;
  • Ensure the organization has the necessary infrastructure, including technology and facilities, to operate effectively and scale as needed;
  • Oversee the organization’s risk management and compliance responsibilities, implementing policies and systems to ensure the organization adheres to all relevant regulations and federal employment laws;

Financial Management

  • Advise the President and CEO regarding opportunities for continuous improvement of the organization’s fiscal function and performance; 
  • Provide hands-on leadership of finance and accounting, including budget development and monitoring, grants management and compliance, cash and investments, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, tax, audit, and governance; 
  • Manage and work closely with finance consultants; and 

Team Management and Culture

  • Partner with the President and CEO, Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to cultivate a culture of transparency, equity, and inclusion;
  • Serve as a thought partner, coach, mentor, and manager to staff responsible for directing the organization’s internal operating systems, including the Vice President of People and Culture, Office Manager, Senior Director of Grants and Contracts, Finance staff, and IT support;
  • Partner with the VP of People and Culture on hiring, onboarding, promotion, and offboarding processes for staff, as well as support the planning of leadership and staff retreats and in-service training on relevant issues and topics. 

Desired Qualifications
  • Deep commitment to gender equity and IWPR’s mission and values;
  • Master’s Degree in business, accounting, or nonprofit management, or equivalent experience/expertise. CPA preferred but not required;
  • Senior management experience working cross-functionally across finance, operations, administration, human resources, and IT in complex organizations. Experience working within nonprofits and/or think tanks is strongly preferred;
  • Demonstrated strategic financial, budget, and human resource management skills and experience;
  • Demonstrated experience with technology, systems, and project leadership; 
  • Effective and persuasive communicator, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate and collaborate with a broad range of audiences;
  • Strong existing networks and leader in the field; 

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