Senior Director, Economic Security, Mobility

MDC

. Set the strategy, priorities, and direction for MDC’s Economic Security & Mobility focus area .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $132,000 - $158,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategy development, program management, and workforce development, with a strong focus on advancing economic security and mobility. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and cultivate strategic partnerships to optimize operational efficiency and drive organizational transformation.

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Workforce DevelopmentProgram ManagementStrategic LeadershipBudget ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Program DesignImplementationSystems Change InitiativesFinancial MonitoringGrant Performance Management

Soft Skills

People ManagementCollaborative LeadershipCommunicationEquity-Centered Approach

Industry Keywords

Economic SecurityEconomic MobilityCommunity DevelopmentPublic PolicySocial Sciences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategy, priorities, and direction for MDC’s Economic Security & Mobility focus area
Oversee portfolio operations, work plans, and program performance
Guide adjustments to scope, staffing, or implementation in partnership with the Vice President of Programs
Develop and manage program budgets and allocate approved resources
Monitor financial and grant performance and address funding or capacity gaps
Lead recruitment, supervision, evaluation, development, and performance management of staff
Represent MDC’s approved positions with stakeholders, funders, and partners
Cultivate strategic relationships advancing workforce, economic security, and economic mobility goals
Align programs, policy, research, community engagement, and external partnerships
Interact with senior leaders, staff, board members, and external partners locally, regionally, and nationally
Report to the Vice President of Programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in economics, public policy, public administration, social sciences, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in workforce development, community development, or public benefits
Minimum 3–5 years of direct supervisory experience, including managing mid-level leaders
Demonstrated skill in strategy, execution, people management, and organizational transformation
Experience designing, implementing, or improving workforce programs, career and postsecondary pathways, economic security strategies, or related systems-change initiatives
Ability to identify and develop revenue and sustainability opportunities while optimizing operational efficiency
Demonstrated ability to represent an organization externally and communicate with diverse groups of stakeholders
Collaborative, collegial, and equity-centered leadership approach
Commitment to advancing equity and economic mobility across the South
Application materials must include a PDF resume, PDF cover letter addressed to the MDC Hiring Committee, and contact information for up to three references as a PDF

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote or hybrid work arrangements available
Approximately 15% travel for meetings, events, and engagement with partners and stakeholders