Head of Operations / Chief Operating Officer

• Own Encode's compliance, financial leadership, and operational infrastructure across 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities.
• Lead legal and regulatory compliance, including lobbying registrations, political activity rules, and employment law.
• Manage budgeting, financial planning, audits, and Form 990 filings.
• Build HR and recruiting systems, manage operations team, and design organizational structures for scaled growth.

This role ensures Encode operates effectively and compliantly, enabling the organization to focus on its mission of advancing responsible AI governance and safety.

• Experience in operations leadership, preferably in nonprofit or advocacy organizations.
• Expertise in compliance, financial management, and HR systems.
• Strong vendor and relationship management skills.
• Ability to design scalable organizational structures.

Competitive compensation and benefits package. Specific details not provided in the posting.

Encode is an organization focused on AI safety and governance, operating both a 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) to advocate for responsible AI policy.