Program Director, A Constitution for 2076

Democracy 2076, a fiscally sponsored project of NEO Philanthropy, Inc., seeks a Program Director to run A Constitution for 2076 as we shift from planning to executing our strategy.

Democracy 2076’s mission is to establish the conditions to build an effective, responsive, and representative democracy for future generations. We are field builders and democracy futurists building and aligning on a cross-partisan vision for the future through structural reform, narrative change, and political strategies.

Our Values

Democracy. We believe that democracy, or governance by the will of the people, is the best form of governance for efficacy, responsiveness, and resilience. We believe that the spectrum from democracy to authoritarianism is different from the spectrum from politically left to politically right. Democracy is non-partisan.

Co–creation. We develop both the what and the how of our strategy alongside our partners. We see our role as holding the space to co-create strategy, not setting it in isolation from other stakeholders.

Humility. There are no experts in the future. Democracy 2076 values experience and expertise of all kinds and understands they are critical to shaping the future.

Vision and imagination. We believe our unique value-add to the democracy field is holding the space for long-term thinking so that others in the field doing more short-term and urgent work can plug in and use us as a resource to coordinate their efforts and strategies.

A Constitution for 2076 Program

Over the last year, with such drastic changes to the federal government, the public appetite for substantial structural reform has grown. This opened new doors for A Constitution for 2076—a co-created strategy for amending our constitution to better serve the needs of our democracy.

We knew that to have the vibrant democracy we envision, we would need to build partnerships, identify needs for the next 50 years by developing different scenarios and exploring the ways our contexts may shift, and construct shared strategies to secure meaningful and lasting change. To do that, we’ve brought together a cross-ideological and cross-experiential group of experts to answer three foundational questions:

• December 2023: What are the amendments we will need to ensure a representative, responsive, and effective democracy in 2076 in a variety of long-term scenarios?
• June 2024: What activities do we need to undertake to pass amendments on a 15, 30, and 45 year timeline?
• June 2025: Which of our state and national partners are well-positioned to take on the work that is needed to pass amendments and how do we make sure they have what they need to do so? How do we ensure that we are building a coalition that’s big enough to meet the size of our goals?

Through this work, we’ve engaged 132 organizers, community leaders, and experts from 47 states and 107 organizations to co-create answers. We hosted replications of our convenings in several different states and with new partner organizations to widen the aperture of perspectives. We built the foundation needed to put the strategy to reform the U.S. Constitution into action.

We seek an ambitious, visionary, and strategic Program Director to shift this work from vision and alignment to campaign implementation and step into the opportunities this unique moment in American democracy provides. The person in this role will be building this program and, depending on strategic needs and funding, the program team.

Job Responsibilities

• Grow our national coalition and support national partners in driving a Constitutional Amendment package through Congress as part of the A Constitution for 2076 campaign strategy.
• Review, revise, and manage the implementation of our 50-state and federal campaign strategy to pass a package of Constitutional amendments.
• Catalyze and organize national organizations working to secure Constitutional Amendments and related legislative victories.
• Bring together our national partners to put forward a public launch of 25 amendments for the next 250 years as part of the U.S.’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
• Support our coalition in monitoring, tracking, and mobilizing around Congressional opportunities including identification of champions, advocacy, and engagement of the broader campaign network. Identify opportunities for passage and work with partners to determine the best mechanisms (amendments, legislation, regulation, etc.) to achieve goals.
• Support state partners in building bi-partisan support for the Constitutional Amendment package and preparing for ratification.
• Launch and manage a network of state Future Fellows, engaging and coordinating efforts with other networks as opportunities arise.
• Support state partners in identifying and securing funding for these state futurists through our partner funders.
• Identify capacity building needs of Future Fellows (strategic foresight and cross-ideological coalition building) and coordinate with expert partners to develop curriculum.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentorship on incorporating strategic foresight into organizational planning and overcoming barriers.
• Ensure coordination and alignment between state and national partners to grow capacity and build bipartisan support.
• Build ongoing collaboration across the network, including possible annual convenings.
• Plan and execute strategies to influence the discourse of the 2028 presidential campaign cycle.
• Develop and share program findings with the broader democracy field (e.g. reports, publications).
• Identify and seize opportunities to build the profile of democracy futurism in the U.S. through events, media, and field engagement.
• Build and execute strategies for leveraging Democracy 2076’s strategic foresight workshops through partnerships and training models.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale national campaigns, with ability to assess and revise strategies.
• Experience working with national advocacy organizations across the political spectrum.
• Experience supporting bipartisan coalitions and coordinating legislative packages.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed networks.
• Experience working with state-based and grassroots organizations.
• Experience supporting capacity building and learning through workshops and peer learning.
• Senior-level experience to support leaders in fundraising, planning, and coalition building.
• Expertise in fostering collaboration between national and state organizations.
• Experience working on or influencing a presidential campaign.
• Public speaking and media experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with professional writing experience.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with proven ability to launch new initiatives.
• Experience working across political divides and building cross-partisan coalitions.
• Flexibility and comfort working in an early-stage startup environment.
• Experience managing staff or consultants to successful outcomes.
• Interest in Constitutional law and Constitutional changes (domestic and abroad).
• Interest in strategic foresight (no prior background required).
• Ability to travel approximately once per month.
• 10+ years of professional advocacy experience, including senior leadership roles.

Salary & Benefits

$140,000 – $180,000, commensurate with experience.

Through NEO Philanthropy, this position offers a full benefits package, including:

• 100% medical coverage for the employee and 90% coverage for dependents
• 100% coverage for vision, dental, life/AD&D, and long-term disability
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental benefits
• Paid time off

Democracy 2076 also provides work-from-home and professional development stipends. We are a 100% remote organization and gather twice per year for staff retreats.

Vaccination Requirement

All Democracy 2076 staff at NEO are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for medical and/or religious exemptions will be considered individually as required by law.

How to Apply

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows men apply when they meet 60% of the criteria, while women and systematically marginalized groups often apply only when they meet all criteria. If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates with diverse experiences, including those returning to work, transitioning careers, or exploring new paths.

Timeline

The priority application deadline is October 13, 2025, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible.

To Apply

Upload your resume and answers to the following questions:

1. How has your previous work experience prepared you to drive a Constitutional Amendment package through Congress? Share an example of when you supported a coalition in moving a policy objective forward.
2. What is your experience working with state-based organizations? What are their unique strengths and challenges, and how would you leverage this understanding to support the state Future Fellows?
3. Describe a time you managed a coalition of diverse organizations to build alignment, coordinate activities, and build capacity toward a shared goal. What was the outcome? How do you build partnership, alignment, and commitment among disparate groups? How have you supported partners in building collaborative campaign skills, and what lessons would you apply to this role?