About OpenBallot:
OpenBallot makes it easier for voters to find, create, and share voter guides, empowering more informed and engaged civic participation. Our mission is to build simple and transparent tools that improve information access and enhance civic engagement. Our platform connects voters with trusted endorsements and shifts civic engagement from top-down party systems to thoughtful, community-driven civic discourse.
As CEO of OpenBallot, you will lead a mission-driven startup poised to reshape civic engagement. With a validated proof of concept, your leadership will drive fundraising, team-building, and scaling our impact for future election cycles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a strategic growth plan to expand OpenBallot’s reach.
- Lead fundraising efforts alongside the Board of Directors, securing mission-aligned investment and partnerships.
- Build and manage a small, high-impact team across engineering, design, marketing, and operations.
- Refine and scale the platform to enhance usability and security for voters and guide creators.
- Represent OpenBallot in the civic tech space, building relationships and amplifying our mission.
Ideal Candidate
- Proven leadership experience in startups, civic tech, or mission-driven organizations.
- Track record of successful fundraising and stakeholder engagement.
- Strategic thinker with strong operational and team-building skills.
- Passionate about advancing civic participation and empowering communities.
Compensation & Location
- Competitive salary, and benefits.
- Remote-first, with flexibility for occasional travel.
If you’re ready to drive impactful change in civic engagement, apply now to lead OpenBallot into the future.