Application Guide

How to Apply for Deputy Director

at Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative

🏢 About Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative

The Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative (PSFC) is a unique philanthropic community focused on expanding access to psychedelic healing through targeted funding and collaboration. Working here offers the chance to be at the forefront of a rapidly evolving field, shaping how philanthropy drives systemic change in mental health and drug policy reform.

About This Role

As Deputy Director, you'll lead a small, cross-functional team and partner with the Executive Director to set strategic priorities. This role is impactful because you'll directly support a network of philanthropists, build the field, and help scale access to psychedelic therapies—all while working remotely.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a team stand-up to align on priorities, followed by a call with a PSFC member to discuss their strategic goals. Afternoon could involve reviewing financial reports, drafting a field-building memo, and meeting with the Executive Director to refine the organization's quarterly objectives.

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🎯 Who Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative Is Looking For

  • A proven operator from a small or entrepreneurial nonprofit/philanthropy, comfortable juggling finance, operations, communications, and member management.
  • 5+ years in philanthropy or nonprofits, ideally within mental health, healthcare, policy reform, or scientific research—with a strong grasp of the psychedelic landscape.
  • A collaborative leader with experience managing and developing teams, known for an inspiring, effective leadership style.
  • Management consulting background is a plus, as strategic thinking and client advisory skills are key to supporting PSFC members.

📝 Tips for Applying to Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative

1

Tailor your resume to highlight cross-functional experience: explicitly mention finance, operations, communications, and member management roles.

2

In your cover letter, demonstrate fluency in the psychedelic field—reference key organizations, recent policy changes, or scientific advancements.

3

Showcase your entrepreneurial mindset: describe a time you built a process or system from scratch in a small team.

4

Emphasize your experience with high-net-worth donors or philanthropists, as the role involves advising members.

5

Avoid generic nonprofit language; use terms like 'field building,' 'strategic advisory,' and 'collaborative network' to align with PSFC's mission.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for expanding access to psychedelic healing and alignment with PSFC's mission.", 'Specific examples of leading a small team across multiple functions (e.g., operations, fundraising).', 'Your ability to build trusted relationships with high-level stakeholders, like philanthropists.', "Your strategic thinking and how you've set organizational priorities in a previous role."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review PSFC's website and any public materials to understand their current initiatives and member base.
  • → Familiarize yourself with key players in the psychedelic philanthropy space (e.g., MAPS, Beckley Foundation, TheraPsil).
  • → Read recent news on psychedelic policy reform (e.g., FDA decisions, state-level decriminalization).
  • → Understand the landscape of mental health philanthropy and how PSFC differentiates itself.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach building trust with a new member of the PSFC network?
2 Describe a time you managed a team through a period of growth or change.
3 What do you see as the biggest challenges and opportunities in the psychedelic field today?
4 How would you balance the needs of multiple stakeholders (members, staff, external partners)?
5 Walk me through how you'd develop a strategic plan for a small organization.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on your own achievements; emphasize collaboration and team development.
  • Avoid being vague about your experience with small teams—be specific about the functions you managed.
  • Don't neglect the 'philanthropy' aspect: this role is about advising donors, not just running operations.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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