Overview
The Kwek Society (TKS)
The Kwek Society (“Kwe’k” means “women” in Potawatomi) works to end period poverty in Indigenous communities across the United States while celebrating individual dignity, agency, and success. Founded in 2018, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a 9 person Board of Directors; seven of nine Board members are Indigenous women. We have grown from serving one school to supporting more than 220 partners across 20 states, distributing over 4.5 million period supplies. Our work includes providing period care items, sharing educational materials, and advocating for menstrual equity.
Position Overview
The Kwek Society seeks a Part-Time Operations Director (20-25 hours/week) to manage our core distribution operations and support organizational growth. Reporting directly to the Founder/Executive Director, this role offers a unique opportunity for professional development and potential advancement to Executive Director position in the future. The position requires regular presence in our Washington, D.C.-area warehouse to manage hands-on inventory and distribution operations, while developing skills in nonprofit leadership and Indigenous community engagement.
Essential Responsibilities
Operations Management
Oversee warehouse operations and logistics
Manage inventory systems and supply ordering
Coordinate packaging and mail-out operations with volunteer teams
Maintain relationships with shipping vendors and suppliers
Track and report on distribution metrics
Implement efficiency improvements in distribution processes
Program Support
Support distribution network serving 220+ partners across 20 states
Help maintain partner relationships and communications
Assist in monitoring program effectiveness
Support period education initiatives
Help maintain website and program documentation
Assist with reporting to Board and stakeholders
Team Coordination
Supervise and coordinate volunteer activities (56+ volunteers)
Schedule and manage warehouse volunteer sessions
Work with contractors on operational needs
Support development of training materials
Maintain volunteer engagement and recognition programs
Financial Operations
Track operational expenses and stay within budget
Maintain accurate inventory records
Support bookkeeping processes
Assist with in-kind donation management
Help prepare financial reports
Leadership Development
Learn all aspects of organizational operations
Participate in strategic planning sessions
Develop relationships with tribal partners
Shadow Executive Director in key meetings and events
Receive mentorship in nonprofit leadership
Build understanding of menstrual equity advocacy
Gain exposure to fundraising and donor relations
Required Qualifications
3+ years of operations or logistics management experience
Strong organizational and project management skills
Experience coordinating volunteer teams
Excellent attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to serving Indigenous communities
Based in or willing to relocate to D.C./Maryland/Virginia area
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift and move boxes of supplies
Knowledge of Indigenous communities and cultures
Preferred Qualifications
Nonprofit operations experience
Experience with inventory management systems
Background in public health or education
Knowledge of period poverty issues
Database management experience
Grant reporting experience
Working Conditions
Part-time position (20-25 hours per week)
Regular presence required at DMV-area warehouse
Flexible scheduling available
Occasional travel to partner sites
Some evening/weekend work for volunteer events
Physical work required for warehouse operations
Growth Opportunity
This position is designed as a pathway to the Executive Director role. The selected candidate will receive:
Structured mentorship from current Executive Director
Exposure to all aspects of nonprofit leadership
Opportunities to develop relationships with tribal partners
Training in fundraising and donor relations
Experience with board engagement
Professional development support
Compensation
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience (range: $30,000 to $35,000 annually for this part-time position)
Pro-rated benefits package to be developed
Professional development allowance
Flexible work arrangements where possible
Increased hours and compensation possible with organizational growth
About The Kwek Society
Come be a part of shaping the future of The Kwek Society. As we enter our next phase of growth, we're seeking an exceptional staff member to join our team in the Washington, D.C. area. Since 2018, The Kwek Society has grown from serving one school to supporting almost 230 partners across 20 states, distributing more than 4.5 million period supplies to Indigenous students and their school peers and communities. Now, we're taking the next step in our organizational development by bringing on our first paid staff member.
We have opened up two job opportunities and hope to find the right person in one or the other position, depending on the pool of applicants. We are looking for a great fit and are flexible in how that might look in the end.
1. Part-Time Executive Director (20-25 hours/week)
2. Part-Time Operations Director (20-25 hours/week)
We're looking for a passionate individual who shares our commitment to ending period poverty in Indigenous communities while celebrating individual dignity, agency, and success. The ideal candidate will bring:
• Strong connection to and knowledge of Indigenous communities
• Nonprofit or operations management experience
• Ability to work in person at our DMV-area warehouse at least weekly
• Excellence in relationship building and community engagement
Indigenous women are strongly encouraged to apply for these positions, which offer competitive compensation and flexible scheduling and a pro-rate benefits package to be developed.
Interested individuals can learn more about the positions and apply by emailing jobs@kweksociety.org.The full job descriptions are posted to Nativehire.org. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis until a position is filled.