Summary

Code for Science & Society (CS&S) is a nonprofit, fiscal sponsorship organization working to advance the power of data to improve the social and economic lives of all people. CS&S focuses on supporting the social and organizational infrastructure that allows data, research, and technology to improve lives through its best-in-class Fiscal Sponsorship Program. In practice, the organization provides the operational backbone public interest technology projects need to thrive. Sponsored projects across community-centered research and technology development receive comprehensive financial and operational support – from back-office infrastructure to strategic guidance on governance, organizational project development, and sustainability – so project leaders can focus on their mission rather than the administration of running a nonprofit. CS&S is home to 20 fiscally sponsored projects spanning open data, open source software, open scholarship, and research infrastructure.

CS&S is experiencing a moment of transition and opportunity. The departure of a long-tenured leader positions CS&S for a new chapter of strategic leadership and impact. The current cultural and political climate has brought heightened visibility, vulnerability, and urgency to the advancement of public interest technology. At the same time, the funding landscape is shifting. Internally, CS&S is experiencing the need for renewed strategic clarity, and the next Executive Director / President (Executive Director) will guide the organization to become an even more visible and catalytic force, building on its role as fiscal sponsor and leaning into the opportunity to serve as a best-in-class model of critical infrastructure support. This leadership transition creates a rare and exciting opportunity to deepen CS&S’ impact, strengthen resource development, evolve strategic vision, and reaffirm CS&S as a powerful champion for public interest technology.

The salary range for this role is $225,000 – $250,000.

To Apply

More information about Code for Science & Society can be found at: www.codeforsociety.org.

This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Sharon Gertsman of the national talent search firm NPAG. If you are excited by this opportunity and believe the role is a strong match to your skills and experiences, we invite your application, resume, and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications via the portal on NPAG’s candidate portal.

Code for Science & Society Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO) Statement

Code for Science & Society is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.