About the job
Job Title: Director of Strategic Operations
Team: People & Operations
Location: In-Person in Atlanta, Georgia
Employment Type: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Start Date: As soon as possible
About Braven
Braven is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering promising college students to secure rewarding career opportunities upon graduation through our transformative career-accelerating programs. Collaborating with higher education institutions and employers, we offer an impactful experience that initiates with a semester-long course for college students, followed by ongoing support until graduation. Our mission is to help rebuild the middle class and revitalize the American Dream.
To discover more about our impact, please view Braven’s Jobs Report and Impact Report.
About the Role
To realize our goal of serving 80,000 to 100,000 Fellows over the next decade, we are seeking a Director of Strategic Operations. This pivotal role will be the operational backbone of our People & Operations (P&O) team, which encompasses four key verticals: People & Culture, Legal, Finance, and Facilities & Operations. Each vertical is supervised by a subject matter expert, and your leadership will ensure seamless coordination among them, keeping the Chief Finance & Admin Officer (CFAO) and the vertical leads focused on high-impact initiatives.
This position is designed for a proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is comfortable navigating ambiguity. You will play a critical role in operationalizing strategy and ensuring effective execution without oversight. Your keen judgment will be essential as you anticipate team needs, present crucial information at optimal times, and demonstrate ownership of the P&O portfolio.
This position is part of the People & Operations team and reports directly to the Chief Finance & Admin Officer.
What You’ll Do
P&O Department Operations & Coordination (40%)
- Manage the internal operational rhythm of the P&O team, including planning cycles, goal-setting processes, quarterly alignment, and weekly coordination structures.
- Maintain a comprehensive overview of the P&O roadmap, tracking key milestones across all four verticals.
