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Director of Development - Autism Society of America

The Director of Development is ASA's sole dedicated fundraising leader, holding full ownership of the organization's contributed revenue program from strategy through execution. Reporting to the CEO, this role builds and runs ASA's development function end to end: setting fundraising strategy, managing a personal portfolio of major donor and institutional partner relationships, running the operational and data infrastructure that supports the program, and executing the campaigns, proposals, and stewardship activities that sustain and grow giving. The Director of Development is expected to work comfortably across both strategic and hands-on levels, and to partner directly with the CEO and Board on philanthropic strategy without an intermediary layer.

Link to opportunity: https://www.indeed.com/m/viewjob?jk=0e9708d19be17e79

Date: August 6, 2026 

Policy Analyst - ASAN

ASAN is hiring a Policy Analyst. Consider becoming a part of the team and helping us advance community-driven disability policy! The Policy Analyst will lead ASAN’s policy work in selected issue areas. They will work closely with the Director of Public Policy and other members of the policy team

Link to opportunity: https://autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/now-hiring-policy-analyst/ 

Date: August 6, 2026 

Data Analyst and Systems Lead - National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)

The Data Analyst and Systems Lead plays a key role in supporting NDRN’s data systems, reporting operations, and data-informed decision-making for the Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Network and Client Assistance Programs (CAP).

Link to opportunity: https://www.ndrn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Data-Analyst-Systems-Lead.pdf

Date: July 25, 2026 

Senior Director of Federal Relations - ANCOR 

The American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) seeks a Senior Director of Federal Relations to lead ANCOR's legislative advocacy. This leader will drive the association's policy priorities and plays a key role in proposing, formulating, and advocating on behalf of ANCOR's members to ensure innovative public policy solutions that enhance the delivery of long-term services and supports that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. 

Link to opportunity: https://www.ancor.org/careers/senior-director-of-federal-relations/

Date: July 25, 2026 

Deputy Director of Programs - The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) 

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by and for autistic adults. ASAN is a national grassroots disability rights organization for the autistic community. We fight for disability rights and work to make sure autistic people are included in policy-making, so that laws and policies meet our community’s needs.

ASAN is seeking an experienced team member with skills in project and people management. They will work with ASAN’s Executive Director, Director of Advocacy, and Operations team. This is a full-time salaried position paying $80,000 annually. For reasons of fairness, we do not negotiate salaries during the hiring process. This position offers a comprehensive health insurance plan and other benefits including a 32-hour four-day workweek, retirement plan, dental insurance, commuter benefits for office-based employees, and up to 5 weeks of paid time off per year. This position is remote, with an opportunity to work in ASAN’s DC office if local. This is a union-exempt management position.

Job-seekers from oppressed communities, including people of color and women, are more likely not to apply to jobs where they don’t meet every requirement. If you think you would be a good fit for this position but do not meet all the requirements exactly, we encourage you to apply. Please feel free to contact our HR Manager Jean Winegardner at hiring@autisticadvocacy.org if you have any questions about this position and the required and preferred skills and experience.

Please click the link for the full job description and instructions for how to apply.

Link to opportunity:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7moHYuUzPsSa8ENttTA_LBm-YzLWEtVBDG5w0xkf-Sg1PMQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Date: June 25, 2026 

National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) is hiring

Human Resources Director
Accounts Payable Specialist
IT Support Specialist
Learning Programs Manager
Details about available positions can be found on the NDRN Careers webpage:  https://www.ndrn.org/about/careers/

Date: January 7, 2026

Special Project Attorney - Medicaid Access Strategy Hub

 NHeLP is seeking a full-time Special Project Attorney for a two-year term. The Special Project Attorney will help develop and operate NHeLP’s Medicaid Access Strategy Hub. This is a project-based, 24-month position. The Hub provides an on-line community forum for individuals engaging in advocacy, monitoring and implementation of the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) to mitigate its harmful impact and ensure as many individuals as possible retain their Medicaid or other health program enrollment. The Special Project Attorney should have substantive expertise in Medicaid and the ACA, and experience with federal legislative, regulatory, and administrative advocacy.  Learn more and apply here: https://nationalhealthlawprogram.applytojob.com/apply/OPwLJmbX9Y/Special-Project-Attorney--Medicaid-Access-Strategy-Hub?source=Our%20Career%20Page%20Widget

 Special Project On-line Community Manager – Medicaid Access Strategy Hub

 NHeLP is seeking a full-time Community Manager for a two-year term. The Community Manager will help develop and operate NHeLP’s Medicaid Access Strategy Hub. The Hub provides an on-line community forum for individuals engaging in advocacy, monitoring and implementation of the so-called "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA) to mitigate its harmful impact and ensure as many individuals as possible retain their Medicaid or other health program enrollment. The position will involve a broad range of community engagement. The Community Manager will ensure the smooth operation of the Hub, recruiting members to join, developing community engagement campaigns, and supporting the policy staff on this project. Learn more and apply here: https://nationalhealthlawprogram.applytojob.com/apply/3hvRL8j58D/Special-Project-Online-Community-Manager-Medicaid-Access-Strategy-Hub?source=Our%20Career%20Page%20Widget

 Date: January 7, 2026

2026 Public Policy Fellowship - The Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation

The Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation Public Policy Fellowship is a one-year, full-time, intensive experience in Washington, D.C. We seek an exemplary professional, and/or a person with a disability, or a family member of someone with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) to serve as a 2026 Public Policy Fellow in Washington, DC.

Link to opportunity: 

https://systems.aucd.org/docs/FellowshipAnnouncement2025-2026Disseminated.pdf

 Date: December 16, 2025 

Executive Director - The Coalition on Human Needs (CHN) 

The Coalition on Human Needs (CHN) is conducting a national search for a new Executive Director to succeed Deborah Weinstein, who recently announced her plans to step down from this role in June, 2026.

CHN is seeking a strategic, thoughtful, values-driven leader who can ensure the ongoing stability and impact of this important organization, build on the Coalition’s long term success and outsized influence, and guide CHN through its next chapter. If you are that leader, or know someone who is, you can read the job description here. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Those seeking information related to the search may send inquiries to Corrine Yu, who is supporting the search process, at cyu@chn.org.  

Link to opportunity: https://www.chn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Executive-Director-Job-Description-final.pdf

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR)

The role of the CEO of CSAVR (Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation) is to spearhead the organization’s membership comprised of chief administrators of State Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies (SVRAs). This pivotal role will work to fulfill our mission while providing strategic direction to propel and expand our impact to empower those with disabilities through advocacy, collaboration, and networking. Some responsibilities include effectively leading staff, managing people, developing resources, and fostering legislative partnerships. This incumbent will serve at the discretion of the Officers and report to the Officers and Executive Committee. 

Links to opportunity: 

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) https://c-c-d.org/fichiers/CSAVR_CEO-PD-POSTED.pdf

CSAVR CEO Key Qualifications https://c-c-d.org/fichiers/Key-Qualifications.pdf

Full Position Description for Chief Executive Officer  https://c-c-d.org/fichiers/CSAVR-Full-Position-Description.pdf

Date: November 10, 2025

Fellowship Application for 2026 Cohort - Southern Policymakers Advancing Representative Community (SPARC)

Link to opportunity: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejtVCK0xd57t-ltlJzStsmv1CoeO1nInwAW4dBPVqhI_Im3A/viewform

 Date: November 5, 2025

Vice President, Programs  - American Foundation for the Blind 

The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is a national nonprofit that creates equal opportunities and expands possibilities through advocacy, thought leadership, and strategic partnerships. Since 1921, AFB has been a leader in addressing the most pressing needs of people with visual impairments and their families, breaking down societal barriers, and promoting broad systemic change.

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Vice President, Programs will provide leadership, strategic direction and administrative oversight for AFB’s programs and initiatives to significantly improve opportunities for people who are blind or have low vision. This position will also play a key role in advancing AFB’s knowledge sharing agenda through the AFB Leadership Conference and other in-person and online channels. The Vice President, Programs serves on and works closely with the Senior Leadership Team. The position oversees Program staff and works collaboratively with various team members across the organization in program development and administration.

To learn more about the role, including detailed responsibilities, qualifications and how to apply visit AFB's website www.afb.org. 

Link to opportunity: https://www.afb.org/about-afb/leadership/careers-afb/job-listings/vice-president-programs

Policy & Advocacy Assistant - National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) 

National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) is hiring a part-time (25 hours/week), remote Policy & Advocacy Assistant to support its growing federal, state, and local advocacy efforts. Reporting to the Policy & Advocacy Co-Directors, the Assistant will help coordinate meetings, trainings, events, and webinars; track legislation; maintain contact lists; and assist with communications, digital tools, and logistics for major events. 

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) -  The Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR)

The role of the CEO of CSAVR (Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation) is to spearhead the organization’s membership comprised of chief administrators of State Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies (SVRAs). 

Link to opportunity: https://tinyurl.com/9xxcpcv2

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) -  Autism Society of America

Reporting to the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Autism Society of America (ASA) is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction toward achievement of ASA’s goals and vision. This highly visible and hands-on executive will be responsible for the leadership, management, and growth of ASA, including planning, annual budget development, and implementation and evaluation of all operations in conjunction with senior staff and the Board of Directors.

Link to opportunity: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4274422250/

Executive Director - Federation for Children with Special Needs 

The Federation for Children with Special Needs is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that annually supports more than 45,000 families, youth, and children. The Federation was the nation’s first federally funded parent information and training center.

The Federation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, the majority of whom are parents of children with disabilities. The board also includes community leaders, individuals who work in special education and related fields that represent the population we serve. There are over 60 employees, with 85% of the staff either the caregiver of a child with disabilities, or a person with a disability. Hundreds of active volunteers support our work and provide assistance to families. Headquartered in Boston, MA, the Federation has an annual budget of approximately $6 million. For more information, please visit our website at www.fcsn.org.

We seek an Executive Director who brings strengths in communication, advocacy, development, and public policy, who shares our values and our collaborative culture. This leader will inspire our team, support continued process improvement and innovation, and amplify the Federation’s visibility, support, and resources for the future. 

Link to opportunity:  https://fcsn.org/about-us/executive-director/

Plain Language Specialist, Policy Analyst, and Executive Assistant - ASAN

ASAN is seeking three new members for our team! We will be hiring a Plain Language Specialist, a Policy Analyst, and an Executive Assistant. If you believe in the work we do and would like to be a part of it, you want to apply your skills to serve our community, or you’d be excited to work somewhere built on autistic culture, check out the roles below and consider applying!

Link to opportunity: https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/05/job-openings-plain-language-specialist-policy-analyst-and-executive-assistant/ 

Sr. Director Public Policy & Advocacy - Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

As an advisor to the President & CEO, and the Board of Directors, the Senior Director, Public Policy & Advocacy is responsible for the creation and implementation of an advocacy and public policy strategy in support of the Reeve Foundation's priorities and mission.

Link to opportunity: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3157806

Community Engagement Associate - CommunicationFIRST 

CommunicationFIRST is a national civil rights organization led by and for the estimated 5 million children and adults in the United States who, due to disability or other condition, cannot rely on speech alone to be heard and understood. CommunicationFIRST is a cross-disability, cross-generational, multi-racial, and multicultural disability-led civil rights organization. We promote systemic change through public engagement, policy and practice reform, and legal advocacy. We are seeking a full-time, mostly remote Community Engagement Associate to play a key role in the organization’s growth, outreach, and success. CommunicationFIRST has an important story to communicate, and we try to tell it well through words, graphics, and the moving image. We are looking for someone who will help us find new ways to better represent our work, reach new audiences, and expand the organization’s impact. 

Link to opportunity: https://communicationfirst.org/job-openings/

Policy Director/Associate - CommunicationFIRST 

CommunicationFIRST is a national civil rights organization led by and for the estimated 5 million children and adults in the United States who, due to disability or other condition, cannot rely on speech alone to be heard and understood. CommunicationFIRST is a cross-disability, cross-generational, multi-racial, and multicultural disability-led civil rights organization. We promote systemic change through public engagement, policy and practice reform, and legal advocacy. We are seeking a full-time, mostly remote Policy Director (or Associate) to elevate the interests of CommunicationFIRST’s constituents on the national policy stage, and occasionally at the state level, in a wide range of policy areas impacting people with speech-related disabilities. 

Link to opportunity: https://communicationfirst.org/job-openings/