Director of Operations/Strategy
Role in brief
Divergence VC is looking for a Director of Operations/Strategy to manage daily firm processes and lead strategic projects. This role involves overseeing operational rhythms, improving systems, and coordinating external partners. Candidates with 3-5 years of operations experience, including at least 3 years in crypto/Web3, should apply.
About the role
This Director role at Divergence VC focuses on the daily operational management of the firm and driving strategic initiatives. The work involves overseeing the team's planning, prioritization, and follow-up processes, ensuring smooth execution across various functions. A key part of the role is to build and refine internal systems, including documentation, key performance indicators, and workflow optimization.
The position also involves coordinating external contractors for legal, finance, and tool-related needs. Additionally, the Director will support portfolio projects by managing onboarding, reporting, and developing operational templates. This includes leading special projects such as market mapping, ecosystem initiatives, and community events, contributing to the firm's broader strategic goals.
Success in this role means effectively streamlining firm operations and successfully executing strategic projects. The Director will ensure that daily processes run efficiently and that cross-functional initiatives, from fundraising support to market-facing activities, are well-managed and delivered. This requires a strong ability to organize, improve systems, and coordinate various internal and external stakeholders.
The salary for this full-time remote role is between $100,000 and $140,000 USD.
Skills that matter here
- operations: This role requires managing daily processes and improving internal systems for the firm.
- strategy: The Director will lead strategic initiatives across various firm functions and special projects.
- project management: This position involves overseeing the operational rhythm of the team and coordinating various projects.
- crypto/Web3: Candidates must have an understanding of the crypto/Web3 market, its participants, and underlying mechanics.
- fund ops: Experience in managing the operations of a fund is preferred for this role.
- contractor management: The Director will coordinate external contractors for legal, finance, and tool-related services.
Who this role suits
- A person with 3-5 years of experience in operations, strategy, or project management within startups, VC, consulting, fintech, or product companies.
- Someone with at least 3 years of experience in the crypto/Web3 space, understanding its market and players.
- An individual who can build and improve processes, coordinate external parties, and lead strategic projects.
- A professional who thrives in a role that combines daily operational management with long-term strategic initiatives.
From the employer
- Manage the fund's daily processes and lead strategic initiatives.
- Oversee the operational rhythm of the team including planning, prioritization, and follow-ups.
- Build and improve processes/systems such as documentation, KPIs, and workflow.
- Coordinate external contractors in legal, finance, and tools.
- Support portfolio projects through onboarding, reporting, and operational templates.
- Lead special projects like market mapping, ecosystem initiatives, and events/community.
- 3-5 years of experience in operations/strategy/project management in startups, VC, consulting, fintech, or product companies.
- At least 3 years in crypto/Web3 with an understanding of the market, players, and mechanics.
- Preferably experience in fund ops, investor ops, portfolio ops, contractor management, and regular reporting.
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this role?
This is a full-time remote position.
What level of seniority is this position?
This is a head-level position.
What is the salary range for this role?
The salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $140,000 USD.